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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-02-2013, 11:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,093
Posted By B-Rock
winter storage and weight off axle.

So i got lots of work to do on the boler this winter so she is already in the garage. I have supported the axle using two scissor jacks (see picture).

Think it's good?

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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,839
Posted By B-Rock
To lower my boler I use a old set of brake rotors.

To lower my boler I use a old set of brake rotors.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-23-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,292
Posted By B-Rock
So after our first camping trip in the boler we...

So after our first camping trip in the boler we figured we needed to do something about the door lock issue. So when I got back to work I took a 10 minute break and turned down a bolt to work. Here...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-13-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,515
Posted By B-Rock
Window leaking between glass and screen

OK, here is the issue I got right now which sucks as I am camping tomorrow. I did a quick yet painfull seal around the windows with silicone and I know its not leaking there. the only other place I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-02-2013, 03:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
Got the crib built for my son. Camping trip in 2...

Got the crib built for my son. Camping trip in 2 weeks. Got to bust a move.

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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-26-2013, 02:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,964
Posted By B-Rock
Already done Donna, thanks for the heads up...

Already done Donna, thanks for the heads up though.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-25-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,964
Posted By B-Rock
I don't have a holdback arm, going to try and...

I don't have a holdback arm, going to try and find something local.

Thanks for all the help guys. It's great to have this resource available 24/7.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-24-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,964
Posted By B-Rock
Second side note. Looks like it did it twice? ...

Second side note. Looks like it did it twice?

Moderator's note: fixed.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-24-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,964
Posted By B-Rock
Sag is fixed temporarily. I just did a cable fix...

Sag is fixed temporarily. I just did a cable fix for now over this coming winter it will be a full on rebuild.

I will see if I can find something like that Donna locally, I hear scamp sucks for...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-24-2013, 05:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,964
Posted By B-Rock
door hits belly band.

Figure the title says it all. When I open the door on the boler and it opens over half way the door rbs on a part of the belly band. What have you guys done to stop or avoid this.

Thanks
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-20-2013, 05:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,105
Posted By B-Rock
Looks like you have the same plans and ideas I...

Looks like you have the same plans and ideas I have. But I am skipping on water tanks and need the front bunk for my kid. You will blow the budget fast, I sure did.

Have fun.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-19-2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
Worked on the taillights today. Not bad for a DIY...

Worked on the taillights today. Not bad for a DIY hack on some cheap LED lighting.

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-18-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
Super busy working on the boler this past couple...

Super busy working on the boler this past couple weeks.

Getting so much closer to a usable trailer again.

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-08-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
Got the body dry fitted back on the frame. So far...

Got the body dry fitted back on the frame. So far everything is going good.

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-15-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
Finally got the new axle installed. Took if for a...

Finally got the new axle installed. Took if for a spin around the block and everything seems good. Jumped up and down on common "break" points and things felt fine.

As always I put a bit more...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-07-2013, 05:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
So was able to get the trailer flipped and...

So was able to get the trailer flipped and started to work on the underside. Had a little hickup on my axle riser blocks. I made them out off 2 inch square, I need to make them from 2X3 instead.
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-02-2013, 05:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By B-Rock
I like getting extra input. You think I need to...

I like getting extra input. You think I need to add more flat stock to where I already added some? I have 3 inch flat on both the inside and outside of the curb side (where all bolers crack) and I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-01-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By B-Rock
Any more info on that spare holder? I am mid way...

Any more info on that spare holder? I am mid way through doing my boler and want to do the same.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-01-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
Busy weekend on the boler. Started to weld new...

Busy weekend on the boler. Started to weld new steel onto the frame and strengthen everything up. Not quite done yet but we'll on my way to getting it ready for the new axle installed.

Just got...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-16-2013, 03:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
Day 2 is done. Was able to get everything ready...

Day 2 is done. Was able to get everything ready to weld. Or to start cleaning then weld.

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-09-2013, 06:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,935
Posted By B-Rock
So today was the first day of solid boler work....

So today was the first day of solid boler work. Was able to get the frame dropped, hopefully I can pull it out some time tomorrow.

Pictures are up at the blog.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-06-2013, 12:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,749
Posted By B-Rock
Do you know what they carry up top? Or a user...

Do you know what they carry up top? Or a user name I could private message?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-06-2013, 12:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,749
Posted By B-Rock
Some days yes, other days I feel like a hundred.

Some days yes, other days I feel like a hundred.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-06-2013, 11:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,749
Posted By B-Rock
Bikes are on roof to get to site. Then canoe can...

Bikes are on roof to get to site. Then canoe can be moved. I also have a spot where I camp right at the waters edge.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-06-2013, 06:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,749
Posted By B-Rock
roof rack on boler?

Hey, so i am getting closer to being done my boler plans but need some input from people who have experience with this. I was able to find one thread on here but I am unsure of how it turned out.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-12-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,761
Posted By B-Rock
It's all good. Just looking at all my options....

It's all good. Just looking at all my options. Try and get what is best.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-12-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,761
Posted By B-Rock
I know, already called and have prices. Though I...

I know, already called and have prices. Though I put that in first post.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-12-2013, 01:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,761
Posted By B-Rock
I am in Canada. That was to plan, change from...

I am in Canada. That was to plan, change from leading to trailing, and make it bolt on.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-12-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,761
Posted By B-Rock
new axle options.

Hey, I am starting to shop for axles for my 73 1300 boler. I am looking at choices and can't decide on a stock setup or a leaf setup.

I have a welder and I am a machinist so I can fab up whatever...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-24-2012, 01:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,796
Posted By B-Rock
No, I just didn't know some info till I did a...

No, I just didn't know some info till I did a re-reading of first post what the plan was.

I say to avoid charging laptop at night due to the single battery, don't want to kill it. However if...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-24-2012, 01:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,796
Posted By B-Rock
Just looked at first post on controller. As long...

Just looked at first post on controller. As long as you don't add items to the list u can make due. But from the looks of it you are on the tight side. So no laptop charging at night.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-24-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,796
Posted By B-Rock
Sounds like you could get away with a smaller...

Sounds like you could get away with a smaller panel since you only have the 1 battery. When you run power off the inverter just make sure the battery does not get to low. Do you have a good solar...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-24-2012, 12:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,796
Posted By B-Rock
What do you want to have being powered by the...

What do you want to have being powered by the system? How many batteries?

This info is needed I find to make the right choice.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-24-2012, 09:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,012
Posted By B-Rock
New Axle is on the list for when I pull the whole...

New Axle is on the list for when I pull the whole shell off and weld up the frame if it needs it, paint the frame, and install jacks on all 4 corners. Plan on getting it from Paul since he is a 2...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2012, 08:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,563
Posted By B-Rock
OK, so it does not bother me that much. Is easy...

OK, so it does not bother me that much. Is easy to close the door with it. I am going to change it to some stainless aircraft cable though. Just found it odd I never see others with it.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2012, 08:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,563
Posted By B-Rock
Nope, window opens and closes fine.

Nope, window opens and closes fine.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2012, 07:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,563
Posted By B-Rock
Rope on door?

So I'm starting to dig around and try to figure everything out on my 73 boler. I am wondering though if this rope on the door is needed or if anyone else has it?

Thanks
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-24-2012, 07:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,012
Posted By B-Rock
The inside looked good to. Just about to put...

The inside looked good to. Just about to put stuff up on blog about it.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-21-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,012
Posted By B-Rock
Figure me and the wife are going to try and...

Figure me and the wife are going to try and document stuff on blogger over at The Adventures of Us (https://adventuresofus20xx.blogspot.ca/)

Hope it works out and we keep it updated.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-19-2012, 05:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,012
Posted By B-Rock
New to me 1973 Boler 1300

Hey, big list of ideas in my head right now for this. Is number 320 if I recall right from the sticker inside the trailer's kitchen. Needs some work but the frame and wood next to it looks good....
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