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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2014, 12:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
Floor Fasteners: I don't know who (factory or...

Floor Fasteners: I don't know who (factory or previous owner) installed all those screws, but I did not put it back together that way. I sealed all the holes with fiberglass. Then secured the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-12-2014, 11:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,583
Posted By boley
I believe Dicor is mentioned over in the big...

I believe Dicor is mentioned over in the big sealant thread: https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f55/butyl-tape-silicone-and-sealing-24715.html. If I remember correctly Dicor is designed only for...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2014, 10:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
The frame then spent an extended period of time...

The frame then spent an extended period of time at a trailer shop. Those knuckleheads ended up taking months to do a simple axle swap and repair. They actually installed the axle backwards the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2014, 09:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
At this stage it was time for primer and paint. ...

At this stage it was time for primer and paint.

Here is a shot of the front. One coat of Rustoleum marine primer on the right side. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2014, 09:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
I thought a lot about how to polish up and...

I thought a lot about how to polish up and replace the belly band. Then I realized it was essentially a useless piece of trim with no structural purpose. So it had to go....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2014, 09:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
It has been just over a year since my last post...

It has been just over a year since my last post in this thread. A lot has happened in that time. Essentially we have totally rebuilt the camper from the ground up. About the only original...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-12-2014, 06:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,400
Posted By boley
Morgyn, I will be working on installing the...

Morgyn,

I will be working on installing the same power center this weekend in my Casita. The following is a collection of links and guides that I have read through in preparation for this...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-12-2013, 06:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,461
Posted By boley
Then I pay to fix it. As far as the other...

Then I pay to fix it.

As far as the other scenarios you presented . . . well there are probably a hundred things in your home or camper that could cause similar havok. Do you have a separate...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-11-2013, 09:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,461
Posted By boley
I emailed my agent when I purchased my Casita. ...

I emailed my agent when I purchased my Casita. The following is the response I got in reference to Travelers auto insurance in the state of VA

"The trailer would be covered for the liability...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-04-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
Week 2 update

No sense starting a new "build" thread" since I have this one going. So here is our progress on weekend 2.

Although the original project scope was little more than removing the frame, we keep...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2013, 02:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,540
Posted By boley
Thanks for looking into this neauone. Based upon...

Thanks for looking into this neauone. Based upon the product description, photos, and listed applications I had a pretty solid assumption I had encountered this product (life jackets, backpack strap...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,540
Posted By boley
Did you give the foam a try? I am actually...

Did you give the foam a try? I am actually considering the same material for my Casita, so I wondered if you had any luck.

My assumption is that you are working with one of these products
Cross...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-28-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
Success

It has been a long weekend of labor to get the shell separated from the frame of my Casita. The weekend started with a thorough roof inspection from my assistant....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-26-2013, 07:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
I think I can live without replacing the windows...

I think I can live without replacing the windows in the front and rear, I really don't want to go so far as redesigning mounts for a flat window. Thanks for the suggestions both of you.

In...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
So far on the frame I have found 1 spot rusted...

So far on the frame I have found 1 spot rusted through enough that I can poke my finger through it. So a sandblast, repair and coat of POR 15 is minimal.

I also want to put trailer brakes on it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,052
Posted By boley
Prepping for a moderate renovation of my Casita - have questions

Last weekend I picked up a new to me 1982 Casita 13' trailer. As expected with a trailer of this vintage there are a few issues that need worked out. My initial plan of attack is to
1) Pull the...
Forum: General Chat 07-24-2013, 07:23 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 225,997
Posted By boley
I weighed my 1982 Casita 13' at certified truck...

I weighed my 1982 Casita 13' at certified truck scales yesterday: 1,220 pounds.
Checked tongue weight at home and it was 138 pounds.

This weight was empty of everything removable; such as...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-21-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,701
Posted By boley
New (used) Casita owners from RVA

My wife and I just picked up a well cared for 1982 Casita from a lovely couple on the Chesapeake Bay. We promptly moved it south of the mason-dixon line to its new home in Richmond VA.

The...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-17-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 17,574
Posted By boley
FLTLNDR - you might have an email issue. I sent...

FLTLNDR - you might have an email issue. I sent you an email last week but never heard back (yes it had Burro in the subject).

Regardless I too have moved on.

Good luck.
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-11-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,800
Posted By boley
Are these two the same trailer from the OP? I...

Are these two the same trailer from the OP? I emailed the Craigslist posting but have not heard back.
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f53/1999-burro-17-widebody-travel-trailer-5500-a-59597.html...
Forum: General Chat 06-29-2013, 07:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,090
Posted By boley
If I told my wife that she would buy 2 boats and...

If I told my wife that she would buy 2 boats and probably ice pick a few of mine! Get out on the water!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-25-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,138
Posted By boley
Thanks for the idea. I am actually registered...

Thanks for the idea. I am actually registered over there as well (same screen name). I read that thread you mentioned a day or so ago. I looks like the thread had degenerated into a poo flinging...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-25-2013, 06:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,138
Posted By boley
Subaru dealer was my first call last week. The...

Subaru dealer was my first call last week. The service writer, parts guy, and service mechanic were all clueless about anything related to Eyesight. :u

I did receive a call back from a Subaru...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-25-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,138
Posted By boley
Yep, using the on/off switches is the plan. This...

Yep, using the on/off switches is the plan. This is a daily driver - towing is just an occasional job.

I have emailed both Subaru and Tekonsha to see if there are any specific considerations...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-24-2013, 08:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,138
Posted By boley
I really appreciate the feedback in this thread. ...

I really appreciate the feedback in this thread. At this point I have still not heard back from anyone at Subaru North America in regards to the specifics of the Eyesight system. Right now I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-23-2013, 05:21 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,138
Posted By boley
Not saying that at all. I am simply saying it...

Not saying that at all. I am simply saying it may not trigger the Brake Switch and just light up the brake lights via another circuit. The brake lights absolutely activate when the emergency...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-22-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,138
Posted By boley
Brake Controllers on cars that might brake automatically

Hello all,

I am currently in the market to add a fiberglass camper to my adventure assault fleet. However I am currently stumped by one thing: Is it safe/plausible to hook up a brake controller...
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