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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-25-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
We had our first weekend scamp trip to Red River...

We had our first weekend scamp trip to Red River Gorge in our 1990 scamp. We boondocked at one of our favorite spots.. Needless to say, the scamp performed flawlessly.. It is so much better than...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-10-2012, 08:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
Zepp Wet Floor Finish (available at home...

Zepp Wet Floor Finish (available at home depot)..... and i love the end result. Definitely worth the labor.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2012, 11:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
few more checks on the list....

Well,,, besides the whole family getting the flu.. and then having to have a tooth pulled after a week of excruciating pain. I managed to check a few more things off the scamp remodel list..
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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-27-2012, 08:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,657
Posted By ampline
i am re upholstering and i will have some...

i am re upholstering and i will have some covers... post pics of yours. maybe ours will match?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-22-2012, 11:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
flooring in,, cabinets doors installed..

I knocked out a few more things on the scamp list.... I apologize, the pictures are a little dark... But I worked on it a little late tonight on it (and every night.)

I finished installing the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2012, 09:58 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,493
Posted By ampline
a little twist on the twist...

some old hand carved monks... these will replace my twists. I will sand them down, and stain them to match the rest of the walnut in my scamp. I will post some pics once finished.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
some more little accents.

I sprayed the vent fan cover, and the trim to the jensen escape hatch a dark midnight metallic (the same paint that i sprayed the fridge panel with). They appear black in the photos,, but the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2012, 08:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
new a/c

I installed a new 8000 btu a/c. Had to do some custom stuff to keep it from fan-splashing water into the sink cabinet.. But once i figured it out it works like a charm and is bone dry. Now,, It is...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2012, 08:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
some one of a kind pieces i will be adding....

My dad picked up this sink 30 years ago at a garage sale, and we never could find a good place for it in... It was kind of a family joke,,, My wife and i couldn't decide on accent colors for the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2012, 08:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
walnut accents...

Since i will be installing "allure" american walnut flooring, I decided to wrap the rear overhead cabinets in 1/4 inch walnut.. The dinette and side tables will be made out of 3/4 inch walnut...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2012, 08:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
progress.... feels great... lower back,,, not so great.

Here are some more pics to document the progress on the scamp. I have been a busy boy... First off,,, I would like to say thanks to everyone who has helped answer some of my newbie questions. thank...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-17-2012, 08:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,218
Posted By ampline
so,,, after reading these posts, I assume i just...

so,,, after reading these posts, I assume i just need to find a c or d rated 13 inch radial. I learn something new everyday. Thanks. The search begins......
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-16-2012, 10:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,218
Posted By ampline
i was investigating this option as you were...

i was investigating this option as you were typing that reply. lol,,, funny how things work. Anyway.... Now to find out what axle is under my scamp and what will work? Thanks again
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-16-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,218
Posted By ampline
I am going to call them tomorrow. My head is...

I am going to call them tomorrow. My head is spinning with tire information right now... I just wanted to buy some tires to replace my dry rotted ones... lol.. I had no idea,,, it was going to be...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-16-2012, 09:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,218
Posted By ampline
i can't find 14's with a 4 lug bolt patter... So...

i can't find 14's with a 4 lug bolt patter... So i will seek safety and tire longevity over a coolness factor. Function before fashion... However if i could've killed two birds with one stone, i...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-16-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,218
Posted By ampline
It is a 4 bolt 13 inch rim... and mine doesn't...

It is a 4 bolt 13 inch rim... and mine doesn't have studs. Just lug bots. The hub/brake assembly has female threads. I was just looking to replace the 13 inches rims for 14's.. It may be a bad idea?...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-16-2012, 07:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,218
Posted By ampline
i am going to be honest.... i am not sure that i...

i am going to be honest.... i am not sure that i understand how to search on this forum.. I have tried,,, and it never pulls up what i am looking for... For example, i read through a lot of posts...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-16-2012, 06:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,218
Posted By ampline
anybody switch from 13 inch rims to 14's? do i have the space?

I recently purchased my first 1990 16ft scamp.. The tires on it are dry rotted, and the rims are pretty rusty. So i am in the market for some new tires and rims. I am also not a huge fan of the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-15-2012, 10:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,283
Posted By ampline
i applied it today... and WOW... I am a happy...

i applied it today... and WOW... I am a happy man. It looks awesome. I took my time, followed all the steps, and i am amazed. I will post some pics soon. I finished as it was getting dark.... and to...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-14-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,283
Posted By ampline
Floor Polish? buff or not,,, wax or not.

Today,,, I began buffing my 1990 16 ft scamp with a mild buffing compound and applying a Mcquiers cleaner wax... And sadly the shine is not that great for all the work involved. My gel coat is not in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-13-2012, 06:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,513
Posted By ampline
i agree completely.... if they sealed them up...

i agree completely.... if they sealed them up from the factory?? there would be a lot less floor rot.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2012, 09:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
I disassembled the fridge and door... i taped off...

I disassembled the fridge and door... i taped off the outside and all the interior guts,,, Before i spray paint anything, I always lightly scuff and wipe down with prep-sol (wax and grease...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-12-2012, 08:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,513
Posted By ampline
I started a project thread... here is link.....

I started a project thread... here is link.. (hope this works).

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f56/our-1990-16ft-scamp-remodel-project-pics-53768.html#post327299
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2012, 08:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
more pics

Painted Fridge satin nickel.. with white inside.. I Sanded and Primed all cabinet doors... First coat of gloss black drying as i type... more to come.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2012, 08:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,298
Posted By ampline
Our 1990 16ft scamp remodel project .. pics

hello,,, Kevin here.. So.... I have owned the scamp for about a week now... and its gutted. "Idle hands are the devils play things".. I have one spongy place in floor to repair in rear corner. I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-12-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,513
Posted By ampline
its painted... and it is completely sealed up......

its painted... and it is completely sealed up... thanks for the info. I feel better about installing the floor now that i know water won't saturate the osb from the inside. Thanks again. As soon as i...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-12-2012, 12:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,513
Posted By ampline
thats good news,,, because i already ordered...

thats good news,,, because i already ordered it... I can't wait for it to arrive. It is going to make a huge difference. thanks
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2012, 11:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,513
Posted By ampline
Should i paint subfloor? Has anyone installed vinyl floating flooring?

I pulled all the carpet out of the scamp last night.. And I only found one spongy area that needs repaired in the rear corner (the leak was caused by a bad caulk seam along the aluminum exterior rib...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-10-2012, 11:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,185
Posted By ampline
Thank you so much for the info... I will check...

Thank you so much for the info... I will check out my voltage at the battery tomorrow. I have been a busy boy on the scamp these last two days. In the process of a remodel right now. Installed a new...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-09-2012, 01:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,185
Posted By ampline
does power converter charge battery?

Just bought a 16ft scamp with a 20 amp magnetek "power converter" under the dinette seat. Does this converter recharge battery when camper is plugged into 110. If not... do you just charge the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-08-2012, 09:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,886
Posted By ampline
hmmmm... i wonder where they terminated the...

hmmmm... i wonder where they terminated the wires? I can't even see where they run once they go behind mat fiberglass to frame. I am tearing out the carpet tomorrow so maybe i will learn where they...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-08-2012, 08:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,886
Posted By ampline
new scamp owner... what are the wires on the backing plate of axle?

Hello... i recently purchased a 16 ft scamp. There are wires on the backing plates of the wheel assembly off the axle. What are they for? I don't think it has electric brakes (at least PO didn't know...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-06-2012, 10:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,897
Posted By ampline
I actually just brought home a 1990 16ft scamp......

I actually just brought home a 1990 16ft scamp... just what we wanted.. very pleased. Thanks to everyone for their help. I will post some pictures in the near future.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-06-2012, 10:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,070
Posted By ampline
Is anyone had any luck on these??? i have a 21x21...

Is anyone had any luck on these??? i have a 21x21 jensen exit hatch.. and i need a cover. Does anyone know where i can find one? thanks
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-06-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,897
Posted By ampline
We brought home a 1990 16ft scamp today......

We brought home a 1990 16ft scamp today... pictures to come in near future. The search is over.. The clean up begins.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-05-2012, 12:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,897
Posted By ampline
hey thanks for saying hello,,, and for the info....

hey thanks for saying hello,,, and for the info. After no one replied to my initial intro thread,,, i was starting to wonder... lol... Anyway. Thanks for the info, and i hope to have a camper soon. I...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-01-2012, 05:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,897
Posted By ampline
Hello,, young family.. from northern ky.

Hello,,, my name is Kevin. We live in northern Ky, near Cincinnati. I just wanted to introduce myself to everyone. This site is awesome... full of great info. I don't currently own a fiberglass...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-01-2012, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,570
Posted By ampline
any word on this camper? thanks

any word on this camper? thanks
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-01-2012, 12:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,917
Posted By ampline
any pics of yours lifted... i can't find any...

any pics of yours lifted... i can't find any anywhere. i run old fj40's... and i wanna run some stock toyota rims w/hubcaps to match...

just need to find a camper first. lol..

thanks again
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2012, 10:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,917
Posted By ampline
has anyone lifted a camper to fit larger tires?

I have a lifted vehicle.. and was wondering if anyone has ever lifted a fiberglass camper.. i know the jacks wouldn't work,, and you would need a ladder to get in it..amongst other things. i am just...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-31-2012, 09:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,570
Posted By ampline
Is it still for sale? I live in cincinnati as...

Is it still for sale? I live in cincinnati as well... could you email me some pictures? and let me know what works, and what doesn't? will it tow back to cincinnati in its current shape? Thanks
...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-31-2012, 09:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,038
Posted By ampline
could you send some pictures to ampline@yahoo.com...

could you send some pictures to ampline@yahoo.com too? thanks... been looking for a scamp. enjoy
Forum: Classified Archives 07-31-2012, 09:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,174
Posted By ampline
Still for sale?. I am interested. Thanks pm...

Still for sale?. I am interested. Thanks

pm me. thanks
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