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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-26-2016, 09:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,792
Posted By drdog
Furnaces

Not familiar with the ProPlex, but the Atwood is going just fine. I can imagine that the gravity fed might be hot and cause problems, but with the forced air I've never had it get hot enough to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-26-2016, 11:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,792
Posted By drdog
Replacement Furnace

Take a look at the Atwood from Panther RV. Small and will fit almost anywhere. 12k btu and 18k btu and both the same price. I've been using one to replace the old WagonMaster that came with the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-09-2016, 10:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,549
Posted By drdog
Slowing the fan

Thanks for the info. I'm getting rather used to the noise and barely notice it now. Even the dog doesn't care any more.....:D
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-07-2016, 02:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,549
Posted By drdog
Gravity vs. forced air

My old WagonMaster gravity furnace gave up a few weeks ago and I put an Atwood 18,000 btu furnace in. Great addition but sure draws the 12 volt solar...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2016, 02:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,792
Posted By drdog
Furnace

I'll take a picture later today. It's a WagonMaster and in pretty rough shape. Gravity and no air movement (problem #1) and I'm not sure the thermostat ever put out more than the pilot. Never have...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-06-2016, 09:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,792
Posted By drdog
Furnace replacement

Finally gave up on the original gravity furnace and put an Atwood 18,000 btu furnace in. Great addition but sure draws the 12 volt solar system down so having to add more power there.

But I've...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-29-2016, 08:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,049
Posted By drdog
Cabinet supports

Got them from Murray Huddle in Alberta. Let me know if you don't see him on this list. I have his contact info on another computer. Sorry for the delays. Been on the road the last week.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-10-2016, 10:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,049
Posted By drdog
Boler cabinet support

The centre post at the back of the counter on bolers is to bring up the wires for lights, etc. It doesn't provide support like the side, wrought iron supports. Not too bad on paved roads, but I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-31-2016, 10:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,511
Posted By drdog
Interesting to read all the comments about...

Interesting to read all the comments about extension cords under the snow. Living in Yukon where it can often get a bit chilly at -41 (F and C cross at that point) we use extension cords under the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-18-2015, 12:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,113
Posted By drdog
Spent years looking for a Trillium in Ontario or...

Spent years looking for a Trillium in Ontario or New York with little luck. Moved to Yukon (we drive south into Alaska....) and found a 73 Boler in pretty much original condition in town. Soon as I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-18-2015, 12:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,149
Posted By drdog
After a friend overzealously designed a crazy...

After a friend overzealously designed a crazy solar unit that would rise and point in any direction, I decided that this was a bit like duck hunting with a howitzer.... So, with no original 12...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-18-2015, 12:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,695
Posted By drdog
Koolatron sells several 110/12 fridges thru...

Koolatron sells several 110/12 fridges thru Amazon.com and Amazon.ca including one that fits the opening in Betsey, 1973 Boler. And Canadian Tire was having a sale a couple days ago on solar panels....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-17-2015, 09:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,388
Posted By drdog
Thanks for the tip and picture Donna. Much...

Thanks for the tip and picture Donna. Much appreciated. Scamp said they were making more and would ship when available. So I asked them to NOT apply the Scamp logo. Already had a Boler decal that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-17-2015, 09:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,388
Posted By drdog
Boler front window gravel shield

After looking for some time for a gravel shield for Betsey, all I got was advice to fabricate one.
Found one on the Scamp site and after a chat with the dealer, it seemed that the dimensions would...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-14-2015, 02:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,856
Posted By drdog
I found a fair duplicate of the original pump at...

I found a fair duplicate of the original pump at a local RV store. Easy to install and works just fine.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-06-2015, 01:39 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,512
Posted By drdog
Using a MobiCool instead of the fridge.

I have a 73 1300 Boler from Glass Fab. I've had the fridge working, but lately it seems to be giving me problems. Has anyone tried simply pulling the old fridge out and making room for a MobiCool...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-11-2015, 08:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,735
Posted By drdog
Also have a 73 1300 and the distances are exactly...

Also have a 73 1300 and the distances are exactly what you guys got. Not any signs of sag as far as I can see.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-10-2015, 11:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,312
Posted By drdog
Rifles and shotguns allowed in Canada, but no...

Rifles and shotguns allowed in Canada, but no handguns at all. Bear Spray a good idea. The Alaska Highway is now great and paved. Not a challenge at all, but count on an average of 100 miles between...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-26-2015, 05:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,645
Posted By drdog
Got rid of the generator in the box and a pile of...

Got rid of the generator in the box and a pile of wood I found in there. Even with the spare still on the back, the tongue weight is now 131 lbs. so I'm feeling a bit better about this. Only very...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-17-2015, 08:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,645
Posted By drdog
Got some nice pictures but still have to figure...

Got some nice pictures but still have to figure out how to post them. Fred, send me an email and I'm happy to email the pics to you in the meantime. Dug Betsey out tonight and I'd forgotten the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-10-2015, 03:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,701
Posted By drdog
I've been looking for the same thing. Post last...

I've been looking for the same thing. Post last year only got a suggestion to make a cardboard template and have a shop make one. Maybe not a bad idea actually. I have the same concern.
I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-10-2015, 03:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,645
Posted By drdog
Weight distribution

I have a 1973 Boler 1300 made in Peace River. Got it last fall in pretty much original condition and just tweaking a few things to take it out this summer. I'll worry about major things once I get...
Forum: General Chat 01-12-2015, 11:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,703
Posted By drdog
I know the feeling. "Betsey" is in a friends...

I know the feeling. "Betsey" is in a friends heated garage about 10 minutes away. Easy to work on, and plan on just working in the evening and just 'camping' out there. Easier to find problems and...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-29-2014, 10:40 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 66,343
Posted By drdog
Lots of videos on the technique on YouTube. ...

Lots of videos on the technique on YouTube. Looks easy and a lot cheaper with very good results. My buddy helping me seems desperate to spray something, but I think this is the route I'll go. Can...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-29-2014, 01:17 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 66,343
Posted By drdog
Almost satisfying to hear of other disasters........

Almost satisfying to hear of other disasters..... Mine is the PO did a horrible roll-on with some thick goop, likely a latex. Much of the roof is now multicolored and there are deep furrows all...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-22-2014, 01:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,110
Posted By drdog
Front window Rock Guard

1973 Boler and in fairly good shape. Unmodified basically but in camp-ready condition. I'm gradually working on the paint job and want to fix up things like a new water tank, water pump, 12v system,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-29-2014, 10:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,775
Posted By drdog
I've had a few people here warn about 'sealed'...

I've had a few people here warn about 'sealed' batteries and advised to shy away from them. Speed shops, etc. are pretty rare this far north maybe on a trip to the south I can ask around. It's a...
Forum: Classified Archives 11-29-2014, 06:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,566
Posted By drdog
I think it would be wise to grab this whatever...

I think it would be wise to grab this whatever the status of mine. It's in rough shape so it may be a toss between repair or replace. Can you wrap it up and give me a price with shipping. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-29-2014, 05:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,775
Posted By drdog
Sealed Battery

The website doesn't mention any dealers, etc. in Canada. Any thoughts there? I do like this idea if it's feasible. Makes the wiring so much easier and could still put it in the front under the...
Forum: Classified Archives 11-28-2014, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,566
Posted By drdog
Getting mine checked out next week. Pilot lights...

Getting mine checked out next week. Pilot lights easily, but having trouble getting the heat to come up. RV Tech thinks it's clogged, etc. and is going to take it apart for me, hopefully next week.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-28-2014, 02:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,775
Posted By drdog
It doesn't take such a huge amount off the...

It doesn't take such a huge amount off the tongue, but appreciate the comments. I'll do some checking on the weight, and this is one reason to put the battery box in the front. The box in the back...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-28-2014, 01:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,775
Posted By drdog
Betsey's Battery project

1973 13' Boler new to me. Previous owner put a shelf off the back that holds a plastic box, similar to what you might put on your deck, and the spare. It counters the weight of the front (2 propane...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-28-2014, 12:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,311
Posted By drdog
Painting Betsey...

I have the same problem in deciding colours. I do like the idea of a dark top since it gets a bit chilly in Yukon. Not the middle of Nowhere....but you can see it from here. The dark top may be a...
Forum: Classified Archives 11-28-2014, 12:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,566
Posted By drdog
WagonMaster Furnace

Where in BC are you. Interested.
73 Boler from Grand Prarie.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-18-2014, 04:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,074
Posted By drdog
Wagonmaster Manual??

Does anyone have a manual for a 1973 Wagonmaster Furnace. Either in an electronic file or anything else. If anyone has an actual manual and I can get it, happy to digitize, post, and return.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-24-2014, 07:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,643
Posted By drdog
The manual is on the docs centre but is too faint...

The manual is on the docs centre but is too faint to read. Also prints out too faint to be very useful. Any chance of re-posting it in a better form, or simply email it to me and I'll see what I...
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