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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-26-2020, 09:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 756
Posted By JBjunior
Thanks Tom, very detailed. I guess I assumed that...

Thanks Tom, very detailed. I guess I assumed that the convertor was sending 12volts out to the battery and to electronics wired directly to/through it which makes the battery being needed...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-26-2020, 08:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 756
Posted By JBjunior
Tom, With the battery and plugged into 120...

Tom,

With the battery and plugged into 120 it works just fine. I guess I am not understanding exactly how the convertor works as it relates to 12V in this process. What kind of voltage does the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-25-2020, 07:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 756
Posted By JBjunior
Thanks Tom. I will try that. So if it works...

Thanks Tom. I will try that.

So if it works properly on 120 and battery good-to-go and if it only works on battery, likely convertor problem?

Also, I just did some quick probing at the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-25-2020, 06:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 756
Posted By JBjunior
Power Convertor Issue - Flickering LEDs

My 2001 Scamp has a Parallax 6730D installed and I have never had any issues. It has previously had all lamps, the few inside and the porch light, converted to LED. When plugged into 120 everything...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-22-2018, 02:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 808
Posted By JBjunior
Scamp 19 Front Jacks

At the tail end of my recent cross country trip the front jacks on my '01 Scamp 19 started having issues. A motor was added at some point but the jacks themselves are the originals and the left one...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-25-2018, 03:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,044
Posted By JBjunior
Scamp 19 City Water Connection

I hooked up water last night and have a few questions. In the water inlet there was a black "plug" that came out instantly and there is a spring sitting inside the inlet, lodged in place. Is that...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-07-2018, 08:45 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,674
Posted By JBjunior
The gas version doesn't have lower "A" arm...

The gas version doesn't have lower "A" arm bushings, a catalytic converter, or a turbo? Timing belt/chain service needs to happen on gas vehicles too, the only difference is if it isn't an...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-07-2018, 08:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 667
Posted By JBjunior
Thank you all, very good information.

Thank you all, very good information.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-07-2018, 08:16 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,674
Posted By JBjunior
The break even point only calculates the fuel...

The break even point only calculates the fuel cost, it is rarely an apples to apples comparison with what you are getting as far as the vehicle. Name another wagon on the market, with a towing...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-07-2018, 03:25 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,674
Posted By JBjunior
Like what? Dieselgate had no impact to the...

Like what? Dieselgate had no impact to the consumer initially, you got better mileage than advertised? Thanks VW. Resale of cars was impacted but they have more than paid back for that at this...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-07-2018, 02:46 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,674
Posted By JBjunior
Ah, I see what you were saying. I have been a...

Ah, I see what you were saying. I have been a diesel and Isuzu enthusiast for years so I am aware of the relationship, I just missed your connection. There has been a relationship between GM and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-07-2018, 02:22 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,674
Posted By JBjunior
Where was the Isuzu diesel mentioned? I...

Where was the Isuzu diesel mentioned?

I have an Isuzu diesel but there hasn't been an Isuzu diesel pickup or SUV released in the US since the late 1980s.

I have a '17 Ram Ecodiesel that I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2018, 02:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,985
Posted By JBjunior
I just saw them. You need to post a picture from...

I just saw them. You need to post a picture from a distance that shows the extent of the front damage. I can't tell from each of the 3 pictures showing damage how much of it is the same or is it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2018, 01:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,985
Posted By JBjunior
Where did you post the pictures?

Where did you post the pictures?
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-07-2018, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 667
Posted By JBjunior
NC to WA

I will be doing a PCS move from NC to WA. My stuff will be shipped separately so I will have my truck, the Scamp 19, my wife, my 11 year old boy, my 6 year old boy, 1 8 year old chocolate lab, and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-06-2018, 01:51 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,185
Posted By JBjunior
Thanks for all of the discussion. I know it is...

Thanks for all of the discussion. I know it is slightly off from my criteria and I ended up with a new Ram 1500 Ecodiesel. Wonderful truck.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-07-2018, 05:23 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,185
Posted By JBjunior
It did in all aspects except being an automatic...

It did in all aspects except being an automatic and getting horrible fuel mileage. Wonderful truck that I loved, just didn't like seeing the gas needle move while driving. I have all diesel...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-05-2018, 07:59 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,185
Posted By JBjunior
New Tow Vehicle Recommendations

I just sold my 4 door Silverado Z71 and I am in the market for a new tow vehicle for my Scamp 19 goose neck (yes it has a goose neck). I must have 4 doors, prefer manual transmission, and as best...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-26-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,752
Posted By JBjunior
Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-26-2018, 07:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,752
Posted By JBjunior
Honda EU2200I (companion)

I am looking at purchasing a Honda EU2200 for use with my Scamp 19. I am leaning toward the companion model, which gets rid of the the 12VDC output and adds a 30 amp plug for RV use. Anyone have...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-29-2017, 10:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 943
Posted By JBjunior
2001 Scamp 19 - Delta TV Antenna

Is it safe to assume that the Delta TV antenna on a Scamp 19, even in "good working order" is useless? It has a small leak that I can fix or if it is useless I want to either remove it altogether or...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-02-2017, 08:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,992
Posted By JBjunior
Going to your original question, I brought a '78...

Going to your original question, I brought a '78 Trillium 1300 from Whittier, AK all the way to NC last summer. I was towing with an '03 VW Jetta TDI station wagon (with trailer brakes). I had no...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-28-2016, 06:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,007
Posted By JBjunior
SOLD

SOLD
Forum: Classified Archives 08-06-2016, 08:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,007
Posted By JBjunior
Price drop to $5500. If you come check out this...

Price drop to $5500. If you come check out this trailer and understand what they are, you will buy it. Interior is in great shape, axle is perfect, frame is perfect. If you want specific pictures of...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-04-2016, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,007
Posted By JBjunior
Price is OBO. Open to offers.

Price is OBO. Open to offers.
Forum: Classified Archives 08-04-2016, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,007
Posted By JBjunior
Sorry, I didnt. They were already on there when I...

Sorry, I didnt. They were already on there when I bought it. But you did remind me of another thing. I have the Tekonsha Prodigy RF brake controller attached to the trailer and along with the...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-04-2016, 08:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,007
Posted By JBjunior
I am unsure of the exact weight but it is on the...

I am unsure of the exact weight but it is on the lower scale, at around 1100 lbs or so before adding your personal stuff in it. With it loaded and, especially with the trailer brakes, I was able to...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-03-2016, 06:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,007
Posted By JBjunior
SOLD: 1978 Trillium 1300

$6500

We bought this trailer a couple of years ago to take with us to Alaska. We drove with it behind us from Oregon to Alaska then put it in our garage for two years without it coming out once....
Forum: General Chat 04-03-2016, 11:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,664
Posted By JBjunior
Interesting that they went from launching in...

Interesting that they went from launching in early 2014 to acquisition in 2016.... two years and probably made a ton of money in the process. Even in his thread back in 2013, he was comparing them...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 03-19-2016, 09:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,409
Posted By JBjunior
Paul, Good to see another Coastie here. I...

Paul,

Good to see another Coastie here. I don't full time, but I do love my Trillium 1300. I have two young boys that perfectly fit right now, but will have to go bigger at some point.

JB
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2016, 03:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,610
Posted By JBjunior
For $3k you can hire someone to do that for you.

For $3k you can hire someone to do that for you.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-14-2016, 10:11 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,477
Posted By JBjunior
I have just "designed" and installed a custom...

I have just "designed" and installed a custom hitch on my '03 Jetta TDI wagon. Attaches fully to the frame like the Bosal or Westfalia, but has a 2" receiver tube and is higher up. It clears the...
Forum: Classified Archives 03-14-2016, 07:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,666
Posted By JBjunior
Except they provided a phone number, for instant...

Except they provided a phone number, for instant access, to discourage emails.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-12-2016, 08:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,594
Posted By JBjunior
Just got back to work on it today and did nothing...

Just got back to work on it today and did nothing on the trailer side. I added my 12v power wire for the 7 way and the back up lights wire, both on the car side..... and everything on the trailer...
Forum: General Chat 03-10-2016, 12:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,275
Posted By JBjunior
Airstream wannabes? I hope not. Not a fan of...

Airstream wannabes? I hope not. Not a fan of airstreams but I am very fond of my fiberglass trailer.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-09-2016, 08:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,594
Posted By JBjunior
Not insulting. As I said in the original post, I...

Not insulting. As I said in the original post, I have swapped bulbs.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-07-2016, 10:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,594
Posted By JBjunior
Actually in the molded wire itself, the molded ...

Actually in the molded wire itself, the molded wire end was worn and I wanted to ensure something in the wire wasn't broken. I swapped the left and right with the left still working and right still...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-07-2016, 01:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,594
Posted By JBjunior
Trillium Turn Signal

So, I have had my trailer in storage and am getting it ready for this summer. It has been in my heated garage and no issues, rust or otherwise, have popped up. I was testing my 7-way connector...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-06-2016, 01:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,538
Posted By JBjunior
I do see that, yes.

I do see that, yes.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-05-2016, 08:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,538
Posted By JBjunior
What you linked to was their entire Facebook...

What you linked to was their entire Facebook page, not a particular video.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-05-2016, 02:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,999
Posted By JBjunior
Thank you very much, good information.

Thank you very much, good information.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-05-2016, 02:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,999
Posted By JBjunior
It seems that these are phenomenal batteries. ...

It seems that these are phenomenal batteries. That model would be crazy overkill for my situation. Some of their other models may work.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-05-2016, 02:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,999
Posted By JBjunior
As I am searching, I am looking for a pure deep...

As I am searching, I am looking for a pure deep cycle battery, it seems these wouldn't be listed as having CCA. I can get a decent price on an Optima Yellow Top, but it seems their Blue Top version...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-05-2016, 01:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,553
Posted By JBjunior
Thank you Dave.

Thank you Dave.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-04-2016, 09:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,553
Posted By JBjunior
Fiberglass Propane Cylinder

Has anyone purchased one of these? Expensive (20 lb cylinder about $154 with shipping), but greater than 50% weight reduction. 15 year shelf life and only have to be visually inspected, not pressure...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-04-2016, 09:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,999
Posted By JBjunior
You're just being ridiculous... everyone knows...

You're just being ridiculous... everyone knows you need to shop around :D:

12V 100Ah,StarkPower 'UltraEnergy" Lithium Ion Battery (LiFePO) Energy Storage Battery...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-04-2016, 07:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,999
Posted By JBjunior
Good copy.... I re-read what you wrote. When you...

Good copy.... I re-read what you wrote. When you said "like goes in my TDI" I thought you were saying you installed the tubes on your TDI. I advised the neighbor that he didn't need the tubes for...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-04-2016, 05:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,999
Posted By JBjunior
Someone in the other thread mentioned updating...

Someone in the other thread mentioned updating the converter. I have the original one installed and it works fine. In the other thread it mentioned that it will kill the battery, or something to...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-04-2016, 05:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,999
Posted By JBjunior
Thank you for your research and I am sure it will...

Thank you for your research and I am sure it will help others. I live in Alaska, and Amazon won't ship batteries here. Napa/Carquest are my only local options, with Costco and a few other chains...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-04-2016, 05:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,999
Posted By JBjunior
As an owner of a tdi and as someone that just...

As an owner of a tdi and as someone that just helped installed an AGM in a neighbor's tdi, why does that particular AGM need vent tubes?
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