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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-05-2020, 04:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 782
Posted By corys
Good point of caution Greg. I will be sure to...

Good point of caution Greg. I will be sure to keep an eye on it when we take it for the next outing. Maybe version 2.0 should have longer bracing. In the picture they appear right against the shell...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-05-2020, 01:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 782
Posted By corys
Spare Tire Holder- Tongue Mounted

I replaced the axle on my 1982 Scamp and had to switch from 4 bolt to 5 bolt wheels so I needed a new way to mount my spare tire. The camper is a glorified tent because it has no electric, propane,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-11-2020, 03:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,659
Posted By corys
Susan, I just had the axle on my 1982 Scamp...

Susan,
I just had the axle on my 1982 Scamp replaced without any additional lift and it provided a lot more clearance. Ordered the new one from the Scamp factory with brakes. Just told them the year...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-06-2019, 01:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 35,959
Posted By corys
I agree that refinishing is better than painting...

I agree that refinishing is better than painting but on my 82 Scamp someone had attempted to paint it previously so I went the paint direction. I was making it better but not to the level of the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-18-2014, 05:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,867
Posted By corys
I would recommend Ian's method because that looks...

I would recommend Ian's method because that looks great!

If you want the lower cost, do it yourself route I used rustoleum topside paint. I did white on top and blue on bottom and made the door...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-19-2014, 07:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,664
Posted By corys
Here are the pictures. Don't worry I will put all...

Here are the pictures. Don't worry I will put all 6 screws back on the inside. Eventually I will also touch up the paint on the outside. The handle base has a slightly more tapered design.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-17-2014, 09:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,664
Posted By corys
Success!! I will take some pictures tomorrow...

Success!!
I will take some pictures tomorrow when it is light out but it went really well and we even found another option. We were ready for all the steps with the hammer, torch, and drill. It had...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-14-2014, 09:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,664
Posted By corys
Thanks for the replies! I am not sure about...

Thanks for the replies!

I am not sure about how the handle responds when locked because I can't get it to lock. I guess that is a lot better than not being able to get it unlocked!

Fantastic...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-14-2014, 08:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,664
Posted By corys
Pictures from the handle.

Pictures from the handle.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-13-2014, 11:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,664
Posted By corys
Scamp door latch/lock problem

I have an '82 scamp with a door latch that appears to be original. The door latches (with a little sag) and both handles operate freely. I did not have a key so I asked scamp to send one with some...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 01-22-2014, 02:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,062
Posted By corys
1972 Boler in MT $3500

1972 Boler Camper (https://missoula.craigslist.org/rvs/4298870028.html)

Not mine.
Listed on craigslist on 1/21/14 in Great Falls, MT
Forum: General Chat 11-18-2013, 10:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,034
Posted By corys
First trip 270 miles. From 700ft over a pass of...

First trip 270 miles. From 700ft over a pass of 5,200ft to 3,500.
Trailer- 13' scamp (lightly loaded)
TV- 2003 Subaru Forester 4cyl manual (non turbo)
Average MPG 24
Speeds usually 50-55 on...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-05-2013, 02:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,694
Posted By corys
I left out the fun I had with the wiring! I...

I left out the fun I had with the wiring! I bought a converter to go from the round 6 plug on the trailer to the flat 4 on my car and had some success with lights. I stayed out of traffic the best I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-04-2013, 10:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,694
Posted By corys
First project...improve exterior. With the...

First project...improve exterior.

With the help from my better half we drilled out the rivets and worked on gutting the inside. Once that was complete (down to shell with ensolite, wood flooring,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-04-2013, 10:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,694
Posted By corys
1982 Scamp with a new life

So I have been using all the information on here endlessly as I try to fix up an old scamp. Thanks to everyone for sharing! I will try to share my experiences to hopefully help others.
The...
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