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Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-06-2022, 08:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,020
Posted By nancyrnfit
You saw a panther??!! That is on my bucket list,...

You saw a panther??!! That is on my bucket list, and I hope to see one every time I am in FLA. I have only tent camped, at Flamingo, 40+ years ago, so glad to know about Big Cypress. Thanks for...
Forum: General Chat 02-13-2022, 07:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,702
Posted By nancyrnfit
Wow-interesting. we bought our 2010 Scamp 5 er,...

Wow-interesting. we bought our 2010 Scamp 5 er, that came with the lifted axle and 14 inch tires. Then we bought the 2018 F150. It works perfectly.


Wonder why your truck is so high off the...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 02-11-2022, 01:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 480
Posted By nancyrnfit
Too bad I just sold mine--met all your...

Too bad I just sold mine--met all your requirements.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 01-31-2022, 06:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 704
Posted By nancyrnfit
I have many more photos, but it only let me...

I have many more photos, but it only let me upload 5
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 01-31-2022, 06:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 704
Posted By nancyrnfit
2010 Scamp 5th wheel Deluxe

FOR SALE 2010 Scamp19 Deluxe 5th wheel , with hitch, in East TN.

This Scamp is in good shape and ready to go. Asking 19,000,including delivery up to 200 miles.

It has the lifted axle and...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 01-31-2022, 05:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 741
Posted By nancyrnfit
Dan, I just posted my 2010 Deluxe Scamp 5th wheel...

Dan, I just posted my 2010 Deluxe Scamp 5th wheel to the Facebook page, Scamp Trailer Classifieds.

I will post here, once I take a break from the frustration of trying to edit on Facebook!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-27-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,237
Posted By nancyrnfit
HI Stacey, I don't know where you are,...

HI Stacey,


I don't know where you are, but I pull my 19 foot Scamp with an F150.
It does require the hitch in the bed of the truck.
I just bought a different trailer, and will be putting my...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 01-17-2022, 02:24 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,767
Posted By nancyrnfit
I agree! After having a Scamp tire blow out on...

I agree! After having a Scamp tire blow out on the interstate, I buy new tires every 4-5 years, just to be safe.


Might be overkill, but better than being killed.
Forum: General Chat 12-31-2021, 07:58 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,127
Posted By nancyrnfit
Took a quick look at the Sol Intech, and I don't...

Took a quick look at the Sol Intech, and I don't care for the bed orientation. After owning a Scamp 16 for 6 years, and a Scamp 19 for the past 3 years, I, too, am looking at a different trailer.

...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-04-2021, 10:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,511
Posted By nancyrnfit
I believe the Egg camper can accommodate tall...

I believe the Egg camper can accommodate tall people...look for that brand. Just looked up EggCamper on this site, and those selling say interior height is
6' 7"
Forum: General Chat 09-08-2021, 03:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,823
Posted By nancyrnfit
Our friends bought a well cared for, low mileage,...

Our friends bought a well cared for, low mileage, 2003 Chinook, about 3 years ago, and they love it! Personally, I like the rear entrance. When we Scamp with them, and our other friends who have a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-06-2021, 10:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,621
Posted By nancyrnfit
Good luck! Our lifted 19 foot is just under 11...

Good luck! Our lifted 19 foot is just under 11 feet tall when hooked up to our truck. I have a cover for it, and have explored how to get it under cover of a roof, but have not figured it our quite...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-12-2021, 11:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,124
Posted By nancyrnfit
So, the way to make it high enough to accommodate...

So, the way to make it high enough to accommodate our 19 foot Scamp, which is almost 11 feet tall in front, is to raise the legs onto blocks, I suppose?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-07-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,847
Posted By nancyrnfit
I had a 2016 Pilot that I towed our 16 foot Scamp...

I had a 2016 Pilot that I towed our 16 foot Scamp with. We installed a sway bar, but the Pilot manual said NOT to use a WDH. Consult your manual, and Honda, perhaps things have changed since you have...
Forum: General Chat 05-08-2021, 08:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,035
Posted By nancyrnfit
We just got back from 3 days camping at Carolina...

We just got back from 3 days camping at Carolina Hemlocks CG in NC, near Burnsville and Mt. Mitchell. Nearly empty, though the CG host said it fills up on weekends. No hookups, though they had flush...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-28-2021, 10:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,142
Posted By nancyrnfit
When we had our 16 foot, we replaced the...

When we had our 16 foot, we replaced the aggravating Dometic awning with a Fiamma, and were very happy with it.

Then, we got a 19 foot, with another aggravating Dometic awning. Wasn't wanting to...
Forum: General Chat 10-18-2020, 05:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,119
Posted By nancyrnfit
We have a 2010 19 foot, with AC on top; it also...

We have a 2010 19 foot, with AC on top; it also has the lifted axle. It measures just under 11 feet, hooked up to our F150. Too tall to get into our carport, where the 16 fit just fine. We now...
Forum: General Chat 07-21-2020, 09:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,411
Posted By nancyrnfit
I carried cash to the houses of the two sellers,...

I carried cash to the houses of the two sellers, when I bought each of my Scamps.
They accepted it without issue, and both lived within about 2.5/3 hours.


The people who bought my Scamp lived...
Forum: General Chat 06-23-2020, 10:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 603
Posted By nancyrnfit
We live just north of Knoxville TN, and have a...

We live just north of Knoxville TN, and have a 2010 19' Deluxe. If that is close enough for you, send me a private message, and we will set up a time for you to check it out.
Forum: General Chat 06-08-2020, 01:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,383
Posted By nancyrnfit
We had a rack on back of our Scamp, and just too...

We had a rack on back of our Scamp, and just too much sway.
Ended up taking off front wheels of bikes, and hauling them inside Scamp. Works well for us.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-24-2020, 04:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,213
Posted By nancyrnfit
my 2 cents: I hauled my 16 foot Scamp with a...

my 2 cents:
I hauled my 16 foot Scamp with a Honda Pilot.
When we sold it and bought a 19 foot Scamp (gooseneck),
I traded the Pilot for a 2018 Ford F 150, 2.7 liter ecoboost,
(2 wheel drive). It...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-25-2020, 11:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,372
Posted By nancyrnfit
I needed a truck to haul my Scamp 19 gooseneck,...

I needed a truck to haul my Scamp 19 gooseneck, and ended up with a Ford F150, 2.7 liter ecoboost, 2 wheel drive. It tows the Scamp just fine, and I love that I get much better gas mileage than with...
Forum: General Chat 02-09-2020, 07:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,510
Posted By nancyrnfit
We traded our 16 foot Scamp for a 19 foot--so...

We traded our 16 foot Scamp for a 19 foot--so far, so good! We don't mind the short climb to the bed, and it tows like a dream!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-09-2020, 01:30 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,680
Posted By nancyrnfit
In the specs for our Honda Pilot, they said NOT...

In the specs for our Honda Pilot, they said NOT to use weight distribution hitch, so we just used a sway bar.
Just saying, check your vehicle specs to be sure.
When we towed with our Sienna, we...
Forum: General Chat 10-30-2019, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,241
Posted By nancyrnfit
absolutely LOVE it! I watched the final cut...

absolutely LOVE it! I watched the final cut video as well, and I don't know why these ladies didn't make it.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-25-2019, 10:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,102
Posted By nancyrnfit
Has anyone tried these, with success in being...

Has anyone tried these, with success in being able to keep the windows open during rain?...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-25-2019, 06:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,352
Posted By nancyrnfit
Floyd and Bill--- Deluxe Scamp 19 acquired! ...

Floyd and Bill---
Deluxe Scamp 19 acquired!
Am very interested in the new Ford Ranger--2.3 L/4 cylinder engine with 10 speed transmission--reviews are very good.
We stopped by a Ford dealership...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 08-21-2019, 08:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,071
Posted By nancyrnfit
2004 Scamp Layout 4 standard

SOLD! Great condition! Non smokers, and we don't camp with our pets. Rarely cooked inside.

Tires are new, including new spare; bearings packed at that time

Wonderful Fiamma awning added 2...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-20-2019, 06:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,352
Posted By nancyrnfit
Thank you all! This gives me a good starting...

Thank you all!
This gives me a good starting point to ponder tow vehicles
for a Scamp 19.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-19-2019, 12:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,352
Posted By nancyrnfit
Need truck advice for hauling 19 foot Scamp

Hey Ya'll,


While Scamping at Grayson Highlands in VA, we met a lovely couple who
let us tour their 19 foot Scamp Deluxe,
and I now have a case of "3 footitis".


(Yes, I'll be posting my...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 08-16-2019, 06:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,455
Posted By nancyrnfit
Interested, if it is still for sale... sent you...

Interested, if it is still for sale...
sent you a PM last night.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-07-2019, 07:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,311
Posted By nancyrnfit
Yes, I towed our 16 foot Scamp with a 2011 Toyota...

Yes, I towed our 16 foot Scamp with a 2011 Toyota Sienna, that had the "towing upgrade", which I think included the transmission cooler ( I am not a gearhead, so I am probably not using the correct...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 03-23-2019, 01:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,113
Posted By nancyrnfit
Breaking Bad

Truly laughing out loud!


That opening scene in the first episode of Breaking Bad is one of the
BEST EVER!!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 01-14-2019, 02:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,174
Posted By nancyrnfit
I have posted this before re: awning. A couple...

I have posted this before re: awning. A couple of Scampers we met last October used several "wreath holder" suction cups that they got at Hobby Lobby. The suction cups, with hooks, were spaced along...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-19-2018, 05:04 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 22,261
Posted By nancyrnfit
We tow a 16 foot Scamp with a 2015 Honda Pilot. ...

We tow a 16 foot Scamp with a 2015 Honda Pilot.
It is my understanding that Casitas weigh more than Scamps.
Our Scamp, fully loaded for camping, with 2 gas cylinders, side bathroom, weighs 2350...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-13-2018, 04:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,206
Posted By nancyrnfit
we live within 2 hours of BSF. Absolutely one of...

we live within 2 hours of BSF. Absolutely one of my favorite places!!! Though have never been to Blue Heron.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2018, 05:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,710
Posted By nancyrnfit
very nice! and great job on the video!

very nice! and great job on the video!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-02-2018, 12:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,255
Posted By nancyrnfit
Agree...our 2004 16 foot Scamp, fully loaded,...

Agree...our 2004 16 foot Scamp, fully loaded, comes in around 2300 lbs.

We just checked tongue weight, came in at something over 300 lbs (don't quite remember).
We tow with a 2015 Honda Pilot,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-25-2018, 04:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 907
Posted By nancyrnfit
Hi, we are in E.TN, with a 2004 16 foot Scamp,...

Hi, we are in E.TN, with a 2004 16 foot Scamp, layout 4.
Actually, we are in FLA this week, but Happy to show it to you after that!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-23-2018, 06:50 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,461
Posted By nancyrnfit
A friend gave us a small green rechargeable...

A friend gave us a small green rechargeable lantern...nice soft light for outside, and not too bright when I get up to bathroom in the middle of the night...no electricity or batteries needed, but it...
Forum: General Chat 06-21-2018, 09:59 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 59,464
Posted By nancyrnfit
HI! We are outside Knoxville, TN, and have a 2004...

HI! We are outside Knoxville, TN, and have a 2004 layout 4 16' Scamp, if you'd like to come see it.
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 06-17-2018, 06:28 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,873
Posted By nancyrnfit
And rule 1 is? Our dogs DID NOT bark at night,...

And rule 1 is?
Our dogs DID NOT bark at night, and were constrained at all times,
if that is what you are referencing.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-17-2018, 06:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,149
Posted By nancyrnfit
Debbie, you may have already made your...

Debbie,

you may have already made your purchase, but I will weigh in.
I currently tow my 16 foot Scamp, loaded at about 2300 lbs., with my 2015 Honda Pilot AWD.

I bought it used (had about...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 06-17-2018, 04:45 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,873
Posted By nancyrnfit
Well, we did it-took the dogs out for 2 nights in...

Well, we did it-took the dogs out for 2 nights in a State Park campground.


Pros: 1. they traveled the nearly 3.5 hours one way to and from, and did very well.
2. They slept just fine in...
Forum: General Chat 06-10-2018, 08:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,112
Posted By nancyrnfit
You bring up some interesting points. We have a...

You bring up some interesting points. We have a 2004 16 foot Scamp, layout 4, going on our 5th year of ownership.

Only my husband and I use it. We are essentially tent campers, but wanted...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 06-03-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,873
Posted By nancyrnfit
Thanks for the replies...will have to read the...

Thanks for the replies...will have to read the Steinbeck book.
Also, might try the crate thing...our dogs have never used them since we have had them. They are both adopted from the local shelter,...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 05-31-2018, 06:06 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,873
Posted By nancyrnfit
traveling with larger dogs

WE have been leaving our dogs at home, with good caretakers, but now that I have retired, we are considering taking them with us. We have 2 dogs, each at 60-65 pounds.


I just don't see them...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-15-2018, 07:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,860
Posted By nancyrnfit
Carl, our awning is a Fiamma 45S. Scamp sent the...

Carl, our awning is a Fiamma 45S. Scamp sent the brackets to go with it--I don't know that they have a model number.
The RV place that installed it did have to drill different holes, than we had for...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-14-2018, 08:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,860
Posted By nancyrnfit
We replaced our Dometic awning with a Fiamma last...

We replaced our Dometic awning with a Fiamma last year--love it! We have a 16 foot Scamp.
They put holders on the side of the Scamp, for the awning legs, and I like that so much better.
One person...
Forum: General Chat 01-28-2018, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,202
Posted By nancyrnfit
Best and worst additions in 2017

Our 2004 16 foot Scamp came with a Dometic awning, that was a real pain.
We ordered a Fiamma awning, and had a local RV place install it.... we LOVE it!
Much easier to operate, and, though it...
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