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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-01-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks! Love the picture. Car looks a bit like...

Thanks! Love the picture. Car looks a bit like Bucky Fullers design. I’ll just have to learn to keep my speed low. What’s my hurry anyway? I’m just wandering about enjoying the beautiful earth.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-01-2018, 02:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks. I’ve yet to take my Tiger Moth out for a...

Thanks. I’ve yet to take my Tiger Moth out for a first time overnight which I won’t do til Warm weather -above 45 at night. I think I am resigned that I won’t get the great tow mileage I got with my...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2017, 03:20 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
I’m done here. Thanks for all the advice and...

I’m done here. Thanks for all the advice and believe whatever you like. I had an amazing Five years with my Scamp and now I’m moving* on in my fourth act to a smaller, easy to tow tiger Moth that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2017, 11:22 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
Bummer that I never considered it would get less...

Bummer that I never considered it would get less Mpg. Totally nit even thought of. I’ll deal with it like everyone. Pay the extra money. And I still love the Tiger Moth with all the features I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2017, 07:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
Duh. I just drive. Never over 50 mph and after...

Duh. I just drive. Never over 50 mph and after that first five day trek from Indiana to San Francisco with crazy winds, I avoid interstates at almost any cost. I just got back from three weeks going...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2017, 05:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
Yes. First time our five years ago I knew no...

Yes. First time our five years ago I knew no thing about when to stop in high winds. Luckily I survived it heading through Nevada on 80. Wind warnings and for all trailers and 50-60 mph winds in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-23-2017, 06:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
But I’ve pulled Scamp at 2,509 lbs in 69 mph...

But I’ve pulled Scamp at 2,509 lbs in 69 mph winds and still got 20 mpg. Thus 2as barely windy and 1:509 weight lower but I coukd not pull over 40 without dropping down to 13. Hmm ����
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-23-2017, 06:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
Bummer. Not what I wanted to hear but I guess...

Bummer. Not what I wanted to hear but I guess I’ll deal with it mits so much easier to pull than Scamp. Thanks. ����
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-23-2017, 05:02 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-23-2017, 11:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,972
Posted By Infogypsy
Tiger Moth towing MPG

I just picked up my new Tiger Moth (weighs 900 lbs dry) and in towing it home empty, my Subaru Forester, which easily ties my 16’ Scamp for five years over mountains, only got 14-15 mpg on the eight...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-14-2017, 09:54 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,587
Posted By Infogypsy
I'm female and 73 and I ONLY camp alone. And ONLY...

I'm female and 73 and I ONLY camp alone. And ONLY on public lands. I've never had any problems with being alone. The worst was a herd of coyotes surrounding my Scamp but not really dangerous, meeeky...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-15-2017, 09:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,483
Posted By Infogypsy
Towing with Subaru

I've been towing my 16' 2000 plus on Scamp for five years with my 2009 Used Forester ( stick shift ). I go back roads mostly, rarely interstates but I am 75% of time Southwest, up and down mountains...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-05-2017, 06:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
I'm thinking of a Moby CR2. A bit small but...

I'm thinking of a Moby CR2. A bit small but relatively low cost new $6,000 ish.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-05-2017, 03:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
I'm thinking about Moby CR2. Tiny but looks easy...

I'm thinking about Moby CR2. Tiny but looks easy to pull and outside cooking which I like.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 06:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,373
Posted By Infogypsy
Weight of trailer and length?

Weight of trailer and length?
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 06:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks, Mike. I appreciate that input. My biggest...

Thanks, Mike. I appreciate that input. My biggest worry is while I've towed on back roads at 40-50 MPH, in October I am planning a slow and return trip to the Southwest for another 6 weeks of...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 01:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
I like the looks of Little Joe but not sure there...

I like the looks of Little Joe but not sure there are used. Haven't found any so far. My budget as I said is at most 9k if I sell my scamp 16'.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 11:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
Scamp 16 foot, not 6 foot.

Scamp 16 foot, not 6 foot.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 11:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
I will continue rowing with my Subaru Forester...

I will continue rowing with my Subaru Forester which has a tow capacity of 2500 pounds. It did okay with my Scamp 6' but I don't need that size any more as I've found what I need after five years on...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 08:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks. Will search it out.

Thanks. Will search it out.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 07:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
I should add that my budget is low. 10k or less...

I should add that my budget is low. 10k or less if possible. I'll be putting my sweet 16' 2005 scamp on the market as soon as and if I find a smaller lightweight.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 07:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks. I knew this group would know stuff. I'll...

Thanks. I knew this group would know stuff. I'll look up both MityLite and the market here
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2017, 06:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,856
Posted By Infogypsy
Request for ideas re downsizing my trailer

I'm thinking of selling my cute 16' Scamp and downsizing to lighter weight trailer. (Scamp weighs 2,000 lbs unloaded and I'd like 1,000 or less). Any suggestions? I realize now I dont need a shower...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2016, 02:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,076
Posted By Infogypsy
Black mold question inside Scamp

In winterizing my Scamp I was told I have a great deal of black mold inside the trailer - under the mattress, inside the water holding area, under the sink and of course the frig I need suggestions...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-14-2015, 11:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,082
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks much! I appreciate succinct reply. Will...

Thanks much! I appreciate succinct reply. Will just flush and drain a couple of times. Happy trails.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-14-2015, 08:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,082
Posted By Infogypsy
Simple info on emptying antifreeze from Scamp, please?

I'm ready to remove dewinterizing antifreeze and have a question or two
Where can I empty my flush of antifreeze? A dumping station at a park or will it hurt just dumping out on the dirt where I...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-06-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,167
Posted By Infogypsy
That's Awning.com I'm assuming. Thanks. I'm a one...

That's Awning.com I'm assuming. Thanks. I'm a one person female but I do have a stool.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-06-2015, 08:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,167
Posted By Infogypsy
Can you tell me where you get that awning? My...

Can you tell me where you get that awning? My scamp awning never worked for me and I removed it.
Forum: General Chat 02-14-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,277
Posted By Infogypsy
Staying on the road

Thanks for sharing your story, 'Staying etc'. I Post rarely on this list, as I've run into a few outspoken and rather unkind remarks. That said, most members are very kind and helpful. As a 71 year...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-02-2014, 06:55 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
Info gypsy is a she and I towed last autumn 4500...

Info gypsy is a she and I towed last autumn 4500 miles in 40 days without getting your message and did fine. I do appreciate the input and as I said, I am level and in great shape - getting 24-30 mph...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-27-2014, 12:46 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
Clearly I must not be saying this right. I am...

Clearly I must not be saying this right. I am heavy if anything on tongue, giving a slight downward tug on tv. But thanks all. I've got answer. Never tow in winds above 20-25 mph. Very simple and I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2014, 11:32 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
okay. made appt to weigh trailer tomorrow here...

okay. made appt to weigh trailer tomorrow here are specs on my standard 16'.
here are specs for my size and model before I weight it out:
Approximate weight 1750-2000
3500 pound torsion axle
10”...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2014, 10:29 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
Sway

Front of TV is NOT light. Not sure how that got established. I've read everything on Forester ability to tow and I am very light in scamp 16 with only basics and no extras like microwave, tv, AC or...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2014, 10:18 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks. Appreciate this post. I've checked all...

Thanks. Appreciate this post. I've checked all weights including towing requirements last year so do not want to go there. I will weight trailer again and know tow allowances of my 'tv'. I am going...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2014, 08:06 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
Not over tow limit so you owe me $50. Limit is...

Not over tow limit so you owe me $50. Limit is well above my trailer weight ad I have no AC or tv or other things for camping that I consider non camping. But I will take your advice and go have...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2014, 08:02 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
My tow outweighs scamp and nice to know others...

My tow outweighs scamp and nice to know others are towing with mid sized. Still not sure what antis way to buy with all that?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2014, 07:36 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
Will have to wait a week or two to post tie with...

Will have to wait a week or two to post tie with trailer as I am getting tow car maintenanced hd trailer is parked. I have 5 photos from last autumn and weight looks good and even, even on the one on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2014, 06:33 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,920
Posted By Infogypsy
Anti-sway Bar

I am getting ready to go back on road with my 16' scamp towed by Subaru forester. As I ran into many days of 40-60 Mph winds on my 4500 lie odyssey last autumn and had extreme difficulty with...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-03-2014, 07:35 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,203
Posted By Infogypsy
It looks like these are mostly for car charging?...

It looks like these are mostly for car charging? Or am I misunderstanding? I don't want to use my car as I will not be driving. The first few looked good and in Rv installed except when I searched...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-03-2014, 05:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,203
Posted By Infogypsy
On adding inside outlet for plugging in USB

I am now giving up solar panel etc and going back to putting in a cigarette lighter type plug in scamp to recharge my Mac via USB. Is that cheap to do as I can't do it myself. Other options? I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2014, 09:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,720
Posted By Infogypsy
I use solar lights too and cost of 12$ lites pays...

I use solar lights too and cost of 12$ lites pays for half price lites in Africa. Charge has lasted a year at the rate I use them.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2014, 03:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,720
Posted By Infogypsy
Ps as for charging in bathrooms of campgrounds,...

Ps as for charging in bathrooms of campgrounds, most of time plan to be in free or 5$ national forests without bathrooms. Again a few minutes of recharge with car will do me no good. I like portable...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2014, 03:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,720
Posted By Infogypsy
Well as I said I was running off car but my iPad...

Well as I said I was running off car but my iPad tajes four hours to recharge so not a minimal timeframe. I am now looking at buying a solar 16 watt portable charger for 130-150$. I don't need to run...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2014, 03:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,720
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks john. I like that. I found a 300 watt...

Thanks john. I like that. I found a 300 watt TrippLite inverter that I think will charge via car lighter and also if i get a converter for in trailer or wire 12 v. I do love the solar idea and in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2014, 02:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,720
Posted By Infogypsy
Oops. Left out reply. I did use my car to...

Oops. Left out reply. I did use my car to recharge my kindle, iPhone and Mac on my 40 day road trip last fall. Now I am getting ready again to live on road for weeks at a time and with only 700$ a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2014, 02:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,720
Posted By Infogypsy
Using car to recharge

Using car to recharge
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2014, 11:54 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,720
Posted By Infogypsy
Thanks to both of you. I am in need financially...

Thanks to both of you. I am in need financially of being off grid 3 days out of 4 as I live in trailer half the year. Will look at your suggestions. J
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,720
Posted By Infogypsy
How fast would it take to use up charge in 12 volt battery in my scamp charging lap t

Can some one tell me how viable to buy converter for my scamp 12 volt to be off grid for days and use my lap top hours at a time?
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