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Forum: General Chat 08-28-2018, 08:33 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,108
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Bigfoot 19

After having several 13' FG trailers, the 19' BG is my favorite. I still like the older models and that puts me into an even smaller class of FG trailer.

Several things were gained by this model,...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-11-2018, 08:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,075
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Bigfoot trailer

I have that same model in an '87. Check out the photos with my handle. I would say you have a trailer worth fixing up. It is a comfortable model and the dual axles is a real plus.

Dave...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-08-2018, 08:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,401
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
1979 Scamp/Acorn

I had a 1979 Scamp 16 and did a little reading about the history. The first year that the 16 was produced was 1978. Sometime in the production of the '79 models, Scamp was involved in the...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 12-18-2017, 11:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,724
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
What happens when the PM box is full?

I am getting close to a full PM box. Can a PM administrator let me know what to do. My cup runs over.

Dave Heffner
Roseburg, OR:u
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-01-2017, 10:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,497
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Matching paint

Matching the tow to a trailer.
After doing much body work to this 1979 Scamp, the choice was obvious for me. White on top for reflecting the sun, but setting a bottom paint below the belly line...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-06-2017, 08:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,246
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Clean out for water tank

Here is an idea for you to have a way to clean out that last little bit of water in the tank. You can buy a kayak deck hatch on line in several sizes. Mount the frame on the top of the tank with a...
Forum: General Chat 09-27-2017, 10:43 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 319,901
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
1979 Scamp 16

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Dave Heffner
Roseburg, Oregon
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-02-2017, 04:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,309
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Matching truck paint

Before I finished my Scamp 16 rebuild I decided to have the truck painted with my old Toyota color. White trucks kind a makes me think of city trucks. Both the truck and the Scamp are painted by...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-10-2017, 09:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,427
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
A new build: 1979 Scamp 16 Delux

I am almost finished with a new to me trailer. The 1979 Scamp was an interesting challenge, but it gave me three more feet of living space over my previous Compact II.
My interior pictures will be...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-06-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,243
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Small window seal

I found it Sylvio, thanks. Scamp is new to me, since I have had a couple Compacts. Curved doors are new to me also. That was a real challenge too.

Dave Heffner
Roseburg, OR
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-04-2016, 08:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,243
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Small jalousie window

Where did you find the rubber seal for the small jalousie window? If you have a good supplier for all the seals for the jalousie windows, would you please share that source.

I am in the middle...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2016, 10:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,189
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Small dinette in Scamp 16

Here is a modification to my 1979 Scamp 16. The interior pieces of this Scamp were all junked. These benches are wood framed and the small table was assembled so that no table leg would interfere...
Forum: General Chat 05-03-2016, 09:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,461
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compace I and II

I have had both the I and the II. The I has longer benches and less cabinet space. Basically, each has a sink and stove top on the driver's side of the trailer. The I cabinet stops there and the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-02-2015, 09:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,812
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Dave in Ontario, thanks for the nice note. A...

Dave in Ontario, thanks for the nice note. A tough time to get through indeed.


As for the subject at hand. I also added the round sand pads on the Bal stabilizer. Individual stabilizers allow...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-02-2015, 09:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,812
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
I put a pair on my Hunter Compact front and rear....

I put a pair on my Hunter Compact front and rear. After leveling with the tongue jack, I drop all four and really like how stable the trailer remains.
With cross member and jacks, I believe they...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-23-2015, 09:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,232
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
I was just on the roof yesterday and noticed how...

I was just on the roof yesterday and noticed how little support the glass gave. Because we live in the Pacific Northwest I have opted to use a MaxxFan and was installing my spacer base.

Have...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-23-2015, 04:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,232
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
'79 lights and stuff

My '79 only has the overhead cupboard over the stovetop, nothing on the sink side.
I have placed a light over the front bunk area, on the side of the bathroom closet. My bunk area is being...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-22-2015, 06:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,232
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
1979 layout on my trailer

David,
I also have a 1979 16' that I am rebuilding. My trailer had a water tank and a city water connection, both on the door side. The sink drained out directly below the city water connection,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-30-2015, 08:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,298
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II awning

I had an awning rail on this 1975 Compact II and decided to have an awning made. The two poles can be mounted to the rear bumper and the tie-down lines are used with a slight breeze. I have had the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-03-2015, 10:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,212
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Extended frame on Compact Jr.

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When I was researching awnings I found this Compact Jr. and it also had an extended frame with a motorcycle mounted on the trailer. I'm sorry but I cropped off the front of the picture. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-22-2015, 10:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Filling the open space with a storage access door

I had a similar problem with a 1974 Compact II. The space left by the heater was used for storage and I placed a locking storage access door over the old opening.


Look in my Registry...
Forum: General Chat 04-22-2015, 10:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,698
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Past and present trailers

I owned a 1972 Compact II for short weekend outings and some weekend work trips. The owners were about 4 miles from my house. When I saw the unit I liked the idea of the low profile while driving...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-12-2015, 12:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,544
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact straight axle

Tim,


If you want to see what a straight axle and 14" wheels look like on your trailer, check out my Registry:
SouthwestOregon201


I did this build on a 1974 CI because I needed more heighth...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-11-2015, 10:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Updates to the Compact and more

It has been awhile since I posted the build. Things are always in the works.


I use the trailer for weekend trips, mostly to fairgrounds where I measure big game heads for the state record book....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-11-2015, 10:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,583
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Portable grey tank

Here is an example of a portable grey storage tank, connected to the gravity drain off the sink:
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-27-2015, 12:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,864
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Backup lights

Jim's diagram shows the configuration of my new 7-pin connector. I haven't checked to see if my tow vehicle had the yellow(auxillary) wire connected. I can not imagine that a 2012 Tacoma would not...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-26-2015, 09:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,864
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Backup lights on trailer

For those who have installed backup lights on your FGRV, have you had to modify the wiring system with any relay device since the extended wiring from your tow vehicle may not work?

I am going...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-02-2014, 10:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,118
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Side window awning

Welcome to the forum.

Could you post a picture of the side window awning as it looks when extended from the trailer? I'm interested in the mechanics of the support structure.

Dave...
Forum: General Chat 11-02-2014, 08:54 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 95,654
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Kitchen look

The kitchen wall in my '75 Compact II.
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Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-16-2014, 10:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,037
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Dave Heffner, second year at Bandon. I now have...

Dave Heffner, second year at Bandon. I now have a different trailer than last year.
1975 Compact II in space A 11 from the 16th. to the 19th.
From Roseburg, Oregon
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-20-2014, 10:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
New awnings

Finally got the new awnings installed. Plus, the interior curtains are now installed.
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Within the rear awning are sectioned fiberglass rods which push up the awning,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-23-2014, 10:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Window and back awnings

I want to ask the gallery about what to put on for awnings. First, here is the only picture of a trailer with window awnings and my source, other than that small photo of a Compact on the original...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-22-2014, 09:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Almost finished with the build

After the last couple of months of work and no work. I am very close to the finish. All that remains now are the curtains.

One of the last things to build was the mechanism to mount the side...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-30-2014, 11:14 PM
Replies: 345
Views: 167,200
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Bandon neighbor

Ian, you were a wonderful addition to the gathering. Your Boler was one of my most sought after goals to witness and I was indeed satisfied. From your seminars to your pleasant demeanor, everyone...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2014, 09:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,636
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Serial numbers

Bill, my 1974 Compact I is number S1973. The registration shows 51973. The number on the tongue of my 1975 Hunter Compact II is S-1948. The registration shows 51948. Here in Oregon the DMV comes...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-01-2014, 11:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II remodel

Thanks Fran, I was hoping you might look in on this build. The design of the dual closet space came from your build. I would have liked to have a nice floor like yours, but just didn't want to go...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-01-2014, 10:32 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II interior work

The interior cabinets are boxed in and painted now. The closet and small storage areas are painted the darker of the green colors. The outside of the cabinets will become the light green.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-17-2014, 09:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II latest pics

My order for some LED reading lights arrived and I installed one over the curbside bench.
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The traditional RV LED light was placed over the new counter area.
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Now for the rear...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-16-2014, 11:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
1975 Compact II clean-up project

I just finished reading the questions/answers that have developed about my build and others. My Compact II was a very stable unit with accessories the Compact I did not include. The front stone...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2014, 11:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II progress

Installed the bulkheads for the closet in the last two days. Once all the measurements were adjusted, the bulkheads could be secured to the roof and to the floor.

I decided to place a shelf...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2014, 07:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II project

Here are the pictures of the side window awning rails and bottom mounts.

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2014, 09:19 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II project

Brant,
If you look at photo 1 and 2 you can see my Compact I which is a 1974. Check my Registry and you can see the work I did on that unit.

Barbara,
Yes there is another unit in my shop. A 1974...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2014, 06:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II project

Got busy with taking out the stove/sink cabinet today. There won't be very much change to this side. I plan to mount the small microwave under the stove top, where the original drawers were located. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2014, 10:22 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II project

A couple of things to clarify:
The exposed fiberglass was coated with dry glue and had to be cleaned and painted. Some of the wheel well will be visible in the cabinet below the refrigerator. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2014, 10:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Compact II progress

I removed the cabinets on the curb side as well as the front bunks/battery and water tank.

I am close to finishing that cabinet. The two door closet/porta potty closet was modified to have a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2014, 10:04 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,890
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
1975 Compact II upgrades

I recently returned from a trip down into California to pickup a Compact II. This unit was very road worthy and made for a nice 600 mile return trip.

The trailer has a 5 year old refrigerator,...
Forum: General Chat 03-14-2014, 10:25 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,140
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Needed something to fit the tow vehicle

I have always had a smaller pickup, and the tent and ground routine wasn't as easy to deal with.
Following up on an ad in the paper, I checked out a couple of x-military rentals. Both of these...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-09-2014, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,922
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
When I lived in California, you could pull...

When I lived in California, you could pull doubles as mentioned but you couldn't in Oregon and Nevada which would limit the travel anyway.

I have never seen anyone who was hooking up the last...
Forum: General Chat 02-08-2014, 02:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,416
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
Follow up to my one night trip to Champoeg Heritage Park

Thanks for the tip about Champoeg Heritage Park. It was a perfect stop for my purpose, very clean, level, heated bathroom, and very quiet.

However, it was 17 degrees when I left and the 160 miles...
Forum: General Chat 01-22-2014, 10:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,416
Posted By SouthwestOregon201
That's an interesting thought Trent. I'm...

That's an interesting thought Trent.

I'm thinking that I want to leave the trailer south of the fairgrounds and not have to park with it at the show. After the show I would drive back to the...
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