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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-10-2020, 11:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,743
Posted By BarbinBC
Lagun Table For Sale

Hi Glenn,

I'm interested in your table as well. Let me know when you are back. The one from the UK is a bit rich in the end. I hope you find a trailer soon too! Barb
Forum: General Chat 02-10-2020, 01:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,486
Posted By BarbinBC
Old timer here but not old enough to have seen...

Old timer here but not old enough to have seen one of these trailer/boats. Another option would be a folding boat - Porta Boat or Porta Bote. They fold up flat, can be rowed or have motor, and are...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-10-2020, 01:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,151
Posted By BarbinBC
Hello Maryellen, I don't know anything about...

Hello Maryellen, I don't know anything about your trailer windows, but I'd sure like to know where you obtained the Maxxair vent? I'd give my eye teeth for one for one sliding window in my Trillium.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-26-2020, 11:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,352
Posted By BarbinBC
Love the spreadsheet. Was that done for the...

Love the spreadsheet. Was that done for the Escape forum or? I'd like to add to the listings.
Forum: General Chat 01-12-2020, 03:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,626
Posted By BarbinBC
Propane Fuel Gauge

Thanks for the info and link. Since I'm in Canada I've not heard of BJ's or of a float gauge. Do any Canadians on this site know of a brand here that has the float gauge? I'd love to have one as...
Forum: General Chat 01-12-2020, 02:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,626
Posted By BarbinBC
Propane Tank Weights

True 'dat! Tell me more about the float valve business!:confused:
Forum: General Chat 01-12-2020, 12:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,626
Posted By BarbinBC
Propane Refills in B.C. Yukon, NWT

When I did at 3 month trip to Inuvik three years ago, I found that up North - Prince George, North - it was easier to find a place for a refill rather than exchange. They are getting harder to find...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-30-2019, 09:55 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,940
Posted By BarbinBC
Good to hear about the next gen. Nokian's. I...

Good to hear about the next gen. Nokian's. I didn't realize they were available in the U.S. as my Consumer Reports subscription doesn't haven them listed. Another fan!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-29-2019, 01:34 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,940
Posted By BarbinBC
Loving my second set of Nokian tires - WR G3 this...

Loving my second set of Nokian tires - WR G3 this time. I used to be a diehard Michelin fan, but for the same price I like these better. Improvements over the first set of Nokians included a better...
Forum: General Chat 09-29-2019, 12:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,850
Posted By BarbinBC
Question Escape Trailers Sold

Late to the party, but I just discovered that Tammy & Reace have retired from their business of creating Escape Trailers. A well-deserved rest. I certainly wish I'd been able to purchase one of...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-08-2019, 01:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,104
Posted By BarbinBC
Video: Difference between air bags & WDH

Just came across this video from the Tacoma World forum. An excellent explanation with a real-world example with scales, that explains the differences between the use of air bags vs. a weight...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-12-2018, 01:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,640
Posted By BarbinBC
Portable Solar Panel

The 120W Go Power suitcase-style portable panel that I use with a 30 ft. cord only weighs about 25 lbs. Zippered suitcase with a handle and fits on the floor of the trailer when travelling. Keeps my...
Forum: General Chat 08-10-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,077
Posted By BarbinBC
Subscribing?

Hi Donna,


Really looking forward to hearing/seeing about your journey to the Peg. I just attempted to subscribe to your blog via the link in your post. The page told me that my email was...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-10-2018, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,015
Posted By BarbinBC
Magnetic Door Holder

Nothing more than what you see. I imagine that there is a rare earth magnet inside one half. Too bad it doesn't tell you the pull weight. I haven't seen anything like this anywhere else so just...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-09-2018, 08:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,015
Posted By BarbinBC
Magnetic Door Retainer?

This shows installation with screws, but I would think it would work with pieces of VHB 3M tape.


https://froli-systems.myshopify.com/collections/accessories/products/magnetic-door-retainer

...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-09-2018, 07:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,448
Posted By BarbinBC
Big Foot vs. Escape

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f51/bigfoot-compared-to-escape-61925.html


https://supersizelife.com/final-four-fiberglass-trailers-part-three/
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-27-2018, 03:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,668
Posted By BarbinBC
Tyvek Cover

Any more photos on how it's attached?


Details on how you made it? Wondered why you didn't make it longer? How much did it cost to make as it is?


I have a heavy-duty sewing machine so...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 397
Views: 99,876
Posted By BarbinBC
Waeco Fridge

Is your fridge 3 way Karin? My 2004 Trillium Outback came with a Waeco fridge that only runs on 12V. It has a small freezer compartment with no door that amazingly freezes things. It's Model RPD...
Forum: General Chat 07-19-2018, 02:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,493
Posted By BarbinBC
4 cyl Tacoma Tow

If I were you I would reconsider buying a 4 cyl. as your tow for the 5th wheel. Yes, the tow capacity is 3500 lbs. but will only be a satisfactory vehicle if you are always driving on the flat land!...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-19-2018, 12:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,774
Posted By BarbinBC
Mirrors for Towing

Jack, It tried those CIPA mirrors you noted from Amazon. The bits of suction cups on the back all fell off and I ended up having to jury-rig some out of pieces of closed-cell foam. They vibrate at...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-18-2018, 12:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,472
Posted By BarbinBC
Dinette Configuration

Thanks for the information and links for resources for this project. That's next on my list now!
:thumb
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-17-2018, 02:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,472
Posted By BarbinBC
Bunk Beds to Dinette

Looks wonderful Sheila. That's what I want to do with mine. Any details, photos, etc. in the 'How To" department? Most of the ones I've seen have made it so the dinette is permanent so not...
Forum: General Chat 07-17-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,187
Posted By BarbinBC
Island Highway

Heading South to Victoria spotted a 15 ft. Escape, a Trillium and a Boler all going North.


On return 3 hour trip North to Comox Valley, spotted 2 Trilliums, a Boler, the same Escape, I'm sure,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-11-2018, 01:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,821
Posted By BarbinBC
Mini Split A/C?

Tell us more! Brand, size, installation, etc. Keen on doing this. Thanks.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-10-2018, 09:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,821
Posted By BarbinBC
Keeping Cool w The Magic of Simple Science

I make neck, head and wrist coolers from fabric. They are tube-like structures with either a tie or velcro to fasten to your body. The insides are filled with water-absorbing crystals that are used...
Forum: Money Matters 07-09-2018, 11:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,835
Posted By BarbinBC
B.C. Trailer Insurance

Hi Mark, I'm in B.C. and insure through BCAA as a member. This year I insured my 13 ft. 2004 Trillium Outback for a replacement value of $12,000. This also covers everything inside and outside the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-13-2018, 01:21 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,588
Posted By BarbinBC
Items Forgotten for 3 Month Trip North

I kept a list. Some items we had to purchase along the way.


-tea towels & dishrag
-laundry soap
-slotted spoon & ladle

-large pot
-potato peeler
-antihistamine cream
Forum: General Chat 05-25-2018, 03:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,272
Posted By BarbinBC
Buttercup in the News for the Boler 50th Party

Well written article with lots of information. I hope other media can pick up on this in a similar fashion.
Buttercup is famous.


See you in Winnipeg!
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 05-06-2018, 12:38 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 26,470
Posted By BarbinBC
Boler 50th Convoy Song?

Hey Donna Dee: Maybe we could adapt this song for our convoy heading East to Winnipeg in August?:party
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 04-20-2018, 12:38 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,575
Posted By BarbinBC
Propane & White Gas

After many years of backpacking and paddling with white gas stoves, from a SVEA 123 to a MSR WhisperLite and then a Dragonfly International, I was used to using white gas (AKA naptha) or Coleman fuel...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 04-20-2018, 12:11 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,575
Posted By BarbinBC
Stones & Propane Torch

Mike: I also understood your reference to the Stones!

As for the propane torch? Years ago I saw a fellow at a campsite pull out a torch on a really long hose. It went from the 20 lb. tank on...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-19-2018, 06:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 17,950
Posted By BarbinBC
Tacoma or 4Runner?

Okay, I've been reading all the responses to and from Debbie. My choice for a daily driver/tow vehicle would be the Toyota. Either the Tacoma or the 4Runner. The 4Runner will probably be my next...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-19-2018, 06:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 676
Posted By BarbinBC
Rivet Store

Hi Wise, Thanks for the link to Strathcon. That's where I shop here in the Comox Valley, Vancouver Island. I think I drive those guys nuts sometimes looking for some odd solutions to fastening...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-19-2018, 05:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,379
Posted By BarbinBC
Rivets & Nuts

Thanks all for your advice. Now I have more questions.

Would one of these adapters work for using both the rivets and the nutserts? Or is this tool only for the nutserts for bolts? I have the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-19-2018, 05:35 PM
Replies: 8
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Views: 815
Posted By BarbinBC
Generator in the Rain

I thought of this too and did some research. You can purchase a generator 'tent' that doesn't go right to the ground and has a flap on the top for adding fuel, etc. But is was way too expensive.
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,379
Posted By BarbinBC
Rivets!???? or Nuts & Bolts????

As with the door gasket material, I've done a lot of research on what type of rivets to use on my Trillium. I've come across a variety of suggested materials (aluminum, stainless steel); diameters...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2018, 12:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,292
Posted By BarbinBC
Trillium Door Gasket/Weatherstrip?

After doing a lot of research here and elsewhere, I'm stumped as to what should be on the inside of the door itself. What dimensions and profile?? I know I need 16 ft. Would it be one with a bulb?...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-11-2018, 05:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,243
Posted By BarbinBC
DC Voltmeter & Ammeter Costs

Just had a look at the Blue Seas unit mentioned. Boy, are they expensive.

What is this?: ...
Forum: General Chat 04-11-2018, 03:27 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 608,911
Posted By BarbinBC
Le Corbeau

117654:cool

See you all in Winnipeg in August!
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 04-11-2018, 02:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,124
Posted By BarbinBC
Heading North

In 2015 we spent 3 months wandering around up there and never needed a reservation. I liked the Yukon campgrounds as the price was reasonable and the firewood was free.

We took the Cassiar Hwy on...
Forum: General Chat 04-10-2018, 10:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,262
Posted By BarbinBC
Thanks for your prompt reply, Al. I am shocked...

Thanks for your prompt reply, Al. I am shocked that this is the same manufacturer as my 2004. I'm so sorry you had this experience with your Canadian built Trillium. I just assumed they would all...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 04-10-2018, 03:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,130
Posted By BarbinBC
A Lifetime of Camping

Steve, Alex, John,

Great stories. How fortunate we were to grow up in a family that camped like that.

I started out camping in a small sailboat with my parents. Set off for a days' sail to...
Forum: General Chat 04-10-2018, 01:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,262
Posted By BarbinBC
Canadian Built Trillium Outback

I own a 2004 Trilliuim Outback and know of others. These were built in Calgary, Alberta. And, no build quality issues like the ones described.

A distinction needs to be made between these two...
Forum: General Chat 04-05-2018, 08:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,794
Posted By BarbinBC
Thanks for this Bryan, and the photos. Are those...

Thanks for this Bryan, and the photos. Are those bungees hooked into your belly band from the awnings? I didn't know there was such a thing as furniture grade PVC! Where did you purchase your vinyl...
Forum: General Chat 04-05-2018, 06:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,794
Posted By BarbinBC
YKK & Awnings

Hi Theresa,
I see you found the YKK label on those thingies. I have so many projects underway for my trailer right now. New mattresses with custom fitted sheets are done. Plans and supplies ready...
Forum: General Chat 04-05-2018, 05:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,794
Posted By BarbinBC
Window Awnings

Gilles, Where did you get the photos of the window awnings? I'm trying to figure out what the webbing straps are attached to as they don't show up in the other photos. I'm looking to make these...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-02-2018, 07:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 28,104
Posted By BarbinBC
Mini Split a No Go

Thanks for all your informative replies. Now it appears that my son-in-law and my trailer won't be able to connect to do this installation in time for the 50th Anniversary trip. Considering the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-24-2018, 12:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 902
Posted By BarbinBC
Trillium Reviews, Etc.

Welcome Kat, from another BC'er. How many in your family/what ages? I have a 2004 Trillium Outback that I picked up 2nd hand 4 years ago. It took me almost 5 years looking for an all fiberglass...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-22-2018, 06:08 PM
Replies: 397
Views: 99,876
Posted By BarbinBC
Grey Water Disposal Information

Thanks Karin for all the info. Those white Samson water containers I discovered are not available in Canada as I'm working out the logistics of setting up a sealed grey water system as well.
I have...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-19-2018, 06:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,390
Posted By BarbinBC
Chrome Snap Caps

From a Canadian source:

https://www.jtsoutdoorfabrics.com/Snap-Caps--Electroplated-Chrome_p_15440.html

And, as Donna says, no silicone!:omy
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