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Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-15-2014, 05:22 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 12,767
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Alf and Maryann, Thank you very much for...

Hi Alf and Maryann,

Thank you very much for organizing a great rally again. Another terrific group! We had a great time and intend to return again next year.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: General Chat 09-01-2014, 07:44 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 25,612
Posted By kb1flr
I have been a computer programmer for 30 years. I...

I have been a computer programmer for 30 years. I started out on punch cards, way back before PC's. Nowadays I find I am as old as my colleague's parents. Really annoying.

Rick
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 08-17-2014, 05:05 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 12,767
Posted By kb1flr
Hi All, Jessica and I are booked in site 41....

Hi All,

Jessica and I are booked in site 41. See you in few weeks!

Rick and Jessica
Forum: General Chat 08-03-2014, 07:21 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,653
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Ken, Glad everyone is ok. As Donna said,...

Hi Ken,

Glad everyone is ok. As Donna said, the stuff can be replaced.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: General Chat 08-02-2014, 12:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,732
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Tom, Thanks for the advice! No...

Hi Tom,

Thanks for the advice!

No secret handshakes, but you get the gratification of finally not feeling out of place in the land of the giants :)

Rick and Jessica
Forum: General Chat 08-02-2014, 08:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,732
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Tom, We will be at Niagara in September,...

Hi Tom,

We will be at Niagara in September, but as luck hast it, we will also be in FL in February, so despite having a Casita, we will try to pop into Scamp Camp.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: General Chat 08-02-2014, 08:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,732
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Tom, Welcome to the club! Try to get to a...

Hi Tom,

Welcome to the club! Try to get to a FG rally this year. Hope to see you on the road somewhere?

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-31-2014, 03:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,803
Posted By kb1flr
I agree with Steve on listening for the ignition...

I agree with Steve on listening for the ignition switch. Also, I sometimes need to light the stove burners and let them run for a minute. This seems to prime the gas lines.

Rick
Forum: General Chat 07-26-2014, 03:07 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 20,090
Posted By kb1flr
In terms of cost, our trailer (16' Casita) and...

In terms of cost, our trailer (16' Casita) and tow vehicle (Toyota 4Runner) cost 8000.00 together, so the cost was not prohibitive.

I think that trying to justify something in terms of cost...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 07-13-2014, 08:35 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 12,844
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Norm and Ginny, Thanks for the kind...

Hi Norm and Ginny,

Thanks for the kind words. My daughter is an amazing person. The original diagnosis of Autism came with many dire warnings of how limited her life would be. I have always taken...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 07-12-2014, 07:57 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 12,844
Posted By kb1flr
Norm and Jimmy, I have just sold my house...

Norm and Jimmy,

I have just sold my house and started fulltiming, though my situation is different. Five years ago, my now ex-wife left and I became a single parent of an Autistic daughter. For...
Forum: General Chat 07-11-2014, 06:27 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,695
Posted By kb1flr
It might be best to generalize it down to: ...

It might be best to generalize it down to:

travel as light as is practical
eliminate as much drag as is practical
keep the speed down

Rick
Forum: General Chat 07-10-2014, 02:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,695
Posted By kb1flr
Norm is spot on. Wind resistance increases...

Norm is spot on. Wind resistance increases exponentionally rather than proportionately with increases in speed. It takes much more power to overcome wind resistance going from 60 70 mph than it does...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-30-2014, 12:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,864
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Debra. I am in MA and am interested in your...

Hi Debra. I am in MA and am interested in your trailer. Could you please PM me?

Rick
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-08-2014, 02:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,231
Posted By kb1flr
Yet Another Fridge Question

Hi All,

I have tried in the past to get the Dometic refrigerator working on my 1996 16 ft Casita using primarily AC with no good results. I finally got some free time this weekend to attempt...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-05-2014, 09:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By kb1flr
Carol makes an excellent point about Escapes....

Carol makes an excellent point about Escapes. They are snapped up rapidly, so her suggestion is better.

Rick
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-05-2014, 05:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By kb1flr
Hi, Lyle! Both Bigfoot and Escape make...

Hi, Lyle!

Both Bigfoot and Escape make great trailers. The following site:

Molded Fiberglass Trailers | Fiberglass RV's For Sale (https://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com)

is a great place to...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-29-2014, 05:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,220
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Travis and welcome! See if you can make a...

Hi Travis and welcome! See if you can make a rally or two. They are great fun and you get to tour other FG rigs. It is amazing what some people have done to customize their trailers.

Rick and...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-25-2014, 09:52 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,493
Posted By kb1flr
We got back last Monday from 4 days in Gettysburg...

We got back last Monday from 4 days in Gettysburg and Hershey. Got there and our campground had flooded out. Gettysburg KOA had 2 spots left, one of which was very small, we were told. The Casita fit...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-23-2014, 08:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,473
Posted By kb1flr
Deryk, that is absolutely stunning! Rick and...

Deryk, that is absolutely stunning!

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-06-2014, 04:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,436
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Josh, Would a small portable solar panel...

Hi Josh,

Would a small portable solar panel be worth looking into, perhaps?

Rick
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-05-2014, 03:06 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 12,767
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Frank, Jessica and I went up last year...

Hi Frank,

Jessica and I went up last year for our first rally and had a great time and met a fine bunch of people. We we definitely be going again this year and hope you and the "wee lass" can...
Forum: General Chat 04-16-2014, 06:13 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,701
Posted By kb1flr
On our first trip in the egg, we stopped at a...

On our first trip in the egg, we stopped at a truck stop in Maine. It started with 2 people asking for a tour and by the time we got away, we had shown our rig to about a dozen people.

It must be...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-15-2014, 11:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,367
Posted By kb1flr
Welcome, Tim! Sounds like you and your...

Welcome, Tim!

Sounds like you and your daughter will have a wonderful time in the Scamp.

Please keep us posted on your excursions and good luck with your new rig.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-12-2014, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,241
Posted By kb1flr
Also, Escapees has a ham special interest group...

Also, Escapees has a ham special interest group at Amateur Radio - Escapees Discussion Forum (https://www.rvnetwork.com/index.php?showforum=18)

Rick
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-12-2014, 02:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,241
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Frank, The 706 is a small radio and...

Hi Frank,

The 706 is a small radio and portable, so I would suggest maybe operating from a small add-a-room outside of the Scamp. Are you primarily phone? In that case, you may want to set up in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-10-2014, 05:09 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,252
Posted By kb1flr
That is terrible news, Ashley. It is unlikely to...

That is terrible news, Ashley. It is unlikely to show up in New England, but we will keep an eye out.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-09-2014, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,460
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Marcia, Welcome! Enjoy the Burro...

Hi Marcia,

Welcome!

Enjoy the Burro and have fun at NOG. We attended our first FG rally last year and it was great fun and very informative.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-25-2014, 04:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,482
Posted By kb1flr
I'm with Rabbit on this one. We have a 1999...

I'm with Rabbit on this one. We have a 1999 Toyota 4Runner and it hauls our 16 ft Casita with little effort. We got it used for $2000.00 and it runs like a top.

Rick and Jessica.
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 02-22-2014, 05:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,434
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Linda, Isn't it amazing how much...

Hi Linda,

Isn't it amazing how much attention our little trailers get. I have had toll operators thumbs up the Casita as I passed through. At rest stops, I have given tours to people fascinated by...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-18-2014, 05:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,258
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Debbie, Congratulations on your new...

Hi Debbie,

Congratulations on your new trailer! Be sure to make it to at least one FG rally this year. They are great fun and very informative.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-08-2014, 09:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,849
Posted By kb1flr
For Jessica, it was the same. Must have a...

For Jessica, it was the same. Must have a bathroom :)

We are in a 1995 Casita 16 FT. It only weighs about 1800 lbs. Super happy with it.

Good luck on your search!

Rick and Jessica
Forum: General Chat 01-21-2014, 09:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,553
Posted By kb1flr
The topper would be to put on the aftermarket...

The topper would be to put on the aftermarket Rolls Royce hood (well, trunk really in those old bugs).

Rick
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-20-2014, 07:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,214
Posted By kb1flr
Welcome, Elisabeth! What a great trailer! It...

Welcome, Elisabeth!

What a great trailer! It is always nice to see a trailer in use, especially by a family. Lasting memories for all.

Hope to see you on the road somewhere.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-12-2014, 07:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,186
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Skip and Betty, We am not from CT, but...

Hi Skip and Betty,

We am not from CT, but live in MA just over the RI border and if that is not too far, you are welcome to look at our Casita.

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-11-2014, 04:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,545
Posted By kb1flr
Oh, gosh! First time out was great fun...

Oh, gosh! First time out was great fun interspersed with major fiascos. The previous owner had deposited the egg in the backyard. I have lots of trees, but the seasoned veteran backed it right in....
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-09-2014, 08:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,387
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Leslie and Wes, Welcome to FGRV! I will...

Hi Leslie and Wes,

Welcome to FGRV! I will echo Marina - pictures, please!

Rick
Forum: General Chat 01-07-2014, 02:39 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,522
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Maryann, We use a three pronged approach....

Hi Maryann,

We use a three pronged approach. We are often out hiking or sightseeing during the day and if the trailer is cold when we return, I fire up the furnace and turn on the electric...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-06-2014, 07:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,272
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Outdoorsman, What happens when you go...

Hi Outdoorsman,

What happens when you go onto shore power? Are you sure the battery is ok? Do you have a multi-meter?

Rick
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 01-04-2014, 05:26 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,536
Posted By kb1flr
Well, at minus 14F here in MA, the thing to do...

Well, at minus 14F here in MA, the thing to do about it is hitch up the egg and drive south :)

Rick
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-29-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,559
Posted By kb1flr
I would either find a Bigfoot manual with...

I would either find a Bigfoot manual with schematics or call Bigfoot. Sounds like maybe a previous owner did some "custom" wiring.

Rick
Forum: General Chat 12-27-2013, 07:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,222
Posted By kb1flr
Have you taken a look at the Rand-McNally Motor...

Have you taken a look at the Rand-McNally Motor Carriers Atlas?

2014 Motor Carriers' Road Atlas (MCRA) (Rand Mcnally Motor Carriers' Road Atlas): Rand McNally: 9780528009181: Amazon.com: Books...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-26-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,466
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Ron and Judy, Nice trailer! Hope to see...

Hi Ron and Judy,

Nice trailer!
Hope to see you on the road!

Rick and Jessica
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-23-2013, 12:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,410
Posted By kb1flr
Found a test of the thing: Trailer Sway...

Found a test of the thing:

Trailer Sway Control Revealed: Tuson trailer mounted system tested | TFLTruck.com: Truck News, Views & Reviews | The Fast Lane TruckTFLTruck.com: Truck News, Views &...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-23-2013, 07:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,410
Posted By kb1flr
Electronic Sway Control

Hi All,

Just watched this video on the RV101 Youtube channel. It uses the electric brakes to handle sway control by applying different loads to each wheel depending on needs.
...
Forum: General Chat 12-09-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,397
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Bob, Please have a safe trip. When you...

Hi Bob,

Please have a safe trip. When you get there, post some pictures so that those of us in the north can remember what sun and warmth are.

Rick "in freezing Massachusetts"
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-09-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,446
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Alice, Is your fresh water tank empty? If...

Hi Alice,

Is your fresh water tank empty? If not, both the tank and water pump would be of concern.

Good luck!

Rick
Forum: General Chat 12-03-2013, 04:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,840
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Kevin, I have seen this before, but never...

Hi Kevin,

I have seen this before, but never stayed at a park that had this rule. Our FG rigs, if clean and polished, look new at 20 or 30 years and I don't think they would balk. I think they...
Forum: Money Matters 11-21-2013, 02:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,322
Posted By kb1flr
Also, if you know someone who has an RV of any...

Also, if you know someone who has an RV of any kind, it might help to bring them along as they may more readily spot both the pluses and minuses.

Rick
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-17-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,166
Posted By kb1flr
Hi Morgan, Welcome! I dealt with bears many...

Hi Morgan,

Welcome! I dealt with bears many years ago while tent camping in Yosemite. A tough night for all the campers in that part of the Toulomne meadows. Moose in Maine created an even more...
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