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Forum: Money Matters 08-12-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,448
Posted By Doug2000
I just sold my egg, I would only take a deposit...

I just sold my egg, I would only take a deposit in person, I got a few angry emails, but that's what I was comfortable with, I've never done PayPal or an e transfer. Now to find a near new Scamp 5th...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-12-2016, 09:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 943
Posted By Doug2000
Anybody have a Scamp 5th in Toronto?

I'm wondering if anyone has a Scamp 5th wheel in the Toronto area. We are in London and would like to take a look at one before we travel a far as we would probably have to do.


Sent from my...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-24-2016, 02:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,482
Posted By Doug2000
Which Axle?? 77 Trillium 4500

Hi, I have a 1977 Trillium 4500 15', does anybody know what axle fits as a replacement?

Thanks
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-29-2014, 07:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,673
Posted By Doug2000
We'll, my belly band lines up now. It sagged so...

We'll, my belly band lines up now. It sagged so bad, the door hit at opposite corners. Now I just have to get the door put back on.

I am taking pictures, I will post a thread of my adventures.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-29-2014, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,117
Posted By Doug2000
Fixing Door Hinge Holes

Any suggestions on how to repair my hinge screw holes. What's common practice. My trailer has multiple hole because the door was moved because of misalignment.

I was planning on drilling the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-29-2014, 05:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,673
Posted By Doug2000
Is this how you fix door sag?? 71715

Is this how you fix door sag??

71715
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-21-2014, 10:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 18,642
Posted By Doug2000
I would not use bondo at all. It's not at all...

I would not use bondo at all. It's not at all structural, it's a great filler, that's it. When your screaming down the highway and hit the railway tracks a little to fast, you want that belly band to...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-20-2014, 04:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,673
Posted By Doug2000
I have other issues better described as front...

I have other issues better described as front corner sag. My belly band is grossly misaligned due to rotten floor.

I am going to due a write up on my floor repairs which I will start shortly.
...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-20-2014, 03:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,673
Posted By Doug2000
Hey Roy What is the best and easy fix for...

Hey Roy

What is the best and easy fix for Trillium Door Sag, right now it looks like I have to replace the plywood in the front corner under the bench.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-13-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,090
Posted By Doug2000
My trailer has LED lights retrofitted into the...

My trailer has LED lights retrofitted into the original housing, the other marker lights are still incandescent builds, works great.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-13-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,751
Posted By Doug2000
You just never know what your going to find when...

You just never know what your going to find when buying an old trailer like this.

Someone used steel mesh to make a fiberglass repair, stuffed some grocery bags in there for good luck.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-13-2013, 03:10 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,751
Posted By Doug2000
Well, I started to do some work on the rear floor...

Well, I started to do some work on the rear floor area. I cut any loose delaminated fiberglass from the plywood. I used a cutoff wheel mounted on a mandrel in a hand drill. I ran the vacuum to keep...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-08-2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,751
Posted By Doug2000
For future reference Hehr screw covers ...

For future reference

Hehr screw covers

https://www.shoprvparts.com/product/14182F/hehr-screw-cover-molding-5-8-wide-overall-8.html
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2013, 06:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,461
Posted By Doug2000
When I mounted my bike rack, I extended it under...

When I mounted my bike rack, I extended it under the trailer to the first cross member. I couldn't go any further as my water tank sits there.
I also added weld to the top of the 2" tube that goes...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2013, 05:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,193
Posted By Doug2000
77 Trillium, Converter Upgrade Options

Hi, I have a 77 Trillium 4500, looking to upgrade my converter to a new one, I want one with a smart battery charger built in as I often camp off the grid. I can fabricate anything to make it fit...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-07-2013, 05:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,198
Posted By Doug2000
Without checking, I am sure the Element has the...

Without checking, I am sure the Element has the same tow capacity as a CRV. The downfall is the Element has a lower payload capacity because of the rear suicide doors.

My buddy has an Element and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-21-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 17,582
Posted By Doug2000
I have a 2008 Tacoma, haven't done anything...

I have a 2008 Tacoma, haven't done anything except change the fluids and top up the windshield washer fluid. If you stray from Toyota, you'll be back. I did stray, with great frustation, I owned a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,096
Posted By Doug2000
My trailer came with an antisway bar, I never...

My trailer came with an antisway bar, I never needed it. Just make sure your trailer tires and bearings are good and you have sufficient tongue weight.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,506
Posted By Doug2000
Just to add, I bolted it to the angle under the...

Just to add, I bolted it to the angle under the fiberglass tub, but welded it to the bumper.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2013, 06:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,506
Posted By Doug2000
I built one for the back of my Trillium. This is...

I built one for the back of my Trillium. This is only temporary as I need to get my spare on the back also, someone mounted it on the front, didn't do a very good job. I plan on cutting the rear...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,096
Posted By Doug2000
I would suggest before adding weight to the...

I would suggest before adding weight to the bumper measure your tongue weight with a bathroom scale to ensure you don't lose tongue weight by loading the rear. I added a rear bike rack and now I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2013, 06:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,096
Posted By Doug2000
I saw this recently, the welder did a great job....

I saw this recently, the welder did a great job. I like it because its higher so it doesn't affect the departure angle, and its welded to the frame rails as well as the bumper. Also it's easy to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-15-2013, 05:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,090
Posted By Doug2000
This may be helpful

This may be helpful
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2013, 08:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,325
Posted By Doug2000
I have a 77 Trillium 4500 that I have recently...

I have a 77 Trillium 4500 that I have recently purchased. You cannot mount anything to the roof, the roof has no structure to support the weight of an AC. Some people have mounted an AC in the rear...
Forum: General Chat 08-08-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 609,286
Posted By Doug2000
My rig

My rig
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-08-2013, 08:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,881
Posted By Doug2000
For further advise, please post some pics of your...

For further advise, please post some pics of your car and trailer, your hitch setup and what your trailer weight is and your tongue weight is.

What is the current suspension on your trailer, add...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-06-2013, 07:13 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 23,687
Posted By Doug2000
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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-06-2013, 07:12 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 27,925
Posted By Doug2000
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-06-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 18,642
Posted By Doug2000
Any updates, how'd it work out?

Any updates, how'd it work out?
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-05-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,751
Posted By Doug2000
Hmmm, never thought of cutting from the bottom....

Hmmm, never thought of cutting from the bottom. The problem I have is the floor droops about an inch on the hinge side of the door. With a little more thinking about this, I can replace some plywood,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-01-2013, 08:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,997
Posted By Doug2000
I think the dividing line is the Soo for northern...

I think the dividing line is the Soo for northern Ontario, Near North would be Barrie.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,065
Posted By Doug2000
Sub

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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-25-2013, 07:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 20,267
Posted By Doug2000
Out local LineX dealer will color match the...

Out local LineX dealer will color match the bedlinered to match. I think it's a good idea. I just saw a whole jeep sprayed with it.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-25-2013, 01:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,997
Posted By Doug2000
Friday 26 Killbear, Saturday and Sunday...

Friday 26 Killbear, Saturday and Sunday Fairbanks, Monday and Tuesday, Unsure maybe Martin River or Restoule, Wednesday Arrowhead.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,849
Posted By Doug2000
Nice job, my trailer had a box and a receiver on...

Nice job, my trailer had a box and a receiver on the back and was a really poor job. Yours looks well done.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2013, 11:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,849
Posted By Doug2000
Just interested, what did you have done to your...

Just interested, what did you have done to your frame, any pics.

This is what I did to carry my 2 bikes. It is only temporary as the previous owner cut the bumper and spare off and relocated the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-25-2013, 08:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,997
Posted By Doug2000
Hi, I'm going to northern Ontario tomorrow, hmmm...

Hi, I'm going to northern Ontario tomorrow, hmmm I wonder if your northern is the same as my northern.

Welcome, I'm a new owner too.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2013, 06:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,128
Posted By Doug2000
I see that now, thanks.

I see that now, thanks.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,128
Posted By Doug2000
This is on my to do list. Great job.

This is on my to do list.

Great job.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-22-2013, 09:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,905
Posted By Doug2000
Don't do it, the previous owner did it to mine,...

Don't do it, the previous owner did it to mine, probably why I have wet plywood, well atleast one reason. I'm taking the doors off and covering the holes with aluminum checker plate so I'm water...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-22-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,751
Posted By Doug2000
After a little more poking around I figured out...

After a little more poking around I figured out the source of the door misalignment. The plywood under the floor and under the front bench is completely rotten. This plywood structure supports the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-18-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,642
Posted By Doug2000
I am a certified welder and would agree, the...

I am a certified welder and would agree, the frame is probably fine, just needs a little attention.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-18-2013, 08:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,642
Posted By Doug2000
Those metal suppliers are generally pretty...

Those metal suppliers are generally pretty expensive, make up your list and take it to a smaller weld shop, they would be glad to sell you steel.

If you get a friend to weld a new frame, make...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-18-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,642
Posted By Doug2000
Thanks for the links Roy

Thanks for the links Roy
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-18-2013, 05:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,642
Posted By Doug2000
I thought when when I bought my 4500 it was...

I thought when when I bought my 4500 it was really well taken care of, but the previous owners took a lot of time covering up its problems. It leaks and the floor is rotten.

As far as the life...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-17-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,642
Posted By Doug2000
So you think the lifespan is only 15 years, I...

So you think the lifespan is only 15 years, I guess I should replace the axle on my 77 Trillium?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-16-2013, 08:39 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 18,642
Posted By Doug2000
What will you be using to paint the fibreglass, I...

What will you be using to paint the fibreglass, I need to do some repairs, your trailer is the same as mine.

Nice work.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-15-2013, 06:45 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,751
Posted By Doug2000
I looked when i was at Princess Auto, but they...

I looked when i was at Princess Auto, but they may have been out of stock, all they had was the heavier class 4 hitches.

The main reason I did go this route was cost, $15 and a few hours. The...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-14-2013, 07:28 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,751
Posted By Doug2000
Today I changed my coupler, the local dealer...

Today I changed my coupler, the local dealer couldn't find a replacement that would work from their stock or catalogs. The dealer did say he could get one from Trillium but it might be a few weeks...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-14-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,579
Posted By Doug2000
Make sure to mount the battery outside the...

Make sure to mount the battery outside the trailer, deep cycle batteries let off gases that can be hazardous to your health. The tounge is the obvious location because of weight.
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