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Bobby Kirk
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General Chat
01-31-2022, 12:34 PM
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Towing with a highlander
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1,467
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Bobby Kirk
Sorry big mistake Mitsubishi outlander. Big...
Sorry big mistake Mitsubishi outlander.
Big difference Ha ha
Forum:
General Chat
01-31-2022, 09:14 AM
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Towing with a highlander
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1,467
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Towing with a highlander
Hello experts,
Considering a 2022 Mitsubeshi outlander to tow a trillium 4500.
CVT transmission and rated for 2000 lbs towing.
Anyone have experience with this?
Bobby
Forum:
General Chat
01-15-2021, 01:39 PM
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Listing seen on kijiji- boler in toronto
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972
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Bobby Kirk
Boler For Sale
Gone in less than four hours!!!!
Forum:
General Chat
12-27-2020, 10:23 AM
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8
Favorite electric blanket
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1,091
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
We have a 12V electric blanket in our Boler. It...
We have a 12V electric blanket in our Boler. It shuts off after a set time .. 30 minutes or one hour. We really like it ,nice to get into a warm bed. It does not seem to draw much from the battery ....
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-23-2020, 10:26 AM
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7
Trillium 4500 Rims
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682
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Hello Ryan, Are they a set of four? If they...
Hello Ryan,
Are they a set of four?
If they work I will buy the other two!
Bobby
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-06-2020, 02:23 PM
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prodigy rf problem
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4,185
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Remote does display n.c. t.v. is a 2013 Land...
Remote does display n.c.
t.v. is a 2013 Land Rover LR2
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-06-2020, 12:57 PM
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prodigy rf problem
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4,185
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Thanks Bruce
I did plug in the the controller and all the lights work so i am with you it is either the pin on the 7way for the brakes, or the brakes themselves are not grounded however I believe the controller...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-06-2020, 09:27 AM
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prodigy rf problem
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4,185
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Ya , just called them , was put on hold for over...
Ya , just called them , was put on hold for over twenty minutes , then cut off.
Great customer service!
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-06-2020, 08:13 AM
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prodigy rf problem
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4,185
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
prodigy rf problem
Help?
I have a prodigy rf brake controller . Worked fine last year.
Connected the trailer to go camp and the the controller will not pair.
Went to the manual and looked for fixes , went through...
Forum:
General Chat
02-06-2020, 11:59 AM
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31
5th wheel vs Trailer
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3,553
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
I loved my 2008 bigfoot 5er . I have owned many...
I loved my 2008 bigfoot 5er . I have owned many trailers, and it is the one I regret selling the most.It seemed huge inside yet very easy to tow.The largest fridge ,and best layout for a bathroom...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
12-17-2019, 05:46 PM
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Camp stove recommendations
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16,655
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
How long have you been married? Man if I gave...
How long have you been married?
Man if I gave my wife a camp stove as a Chrismas gift she would be hitching up the trillium and leaving!......without me.
Ha
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
11-14-2019, 07:19 AM
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Separate Shower?
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6,516
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Best shower by far is the one in a bigfoot fifth...
Best shower by far is the one in a bigfoot fifth wheel . It is all molded fibreglass and tall enough, simply part of the bathroom but the sink and toilet do not get wet . I don't know why other...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-01-2019, 10:47 AM
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Mr. Heater : do you use?
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Bobby Kirk
Mr. Heater : do you use?
Anyone use a Mr. heater ( propane catalytic heater) in their trailer to take the chill off before bed and in the morning when electricity is not available.
I am thinking of getting one but wonder...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-27-2019, 10:00 AM
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2
Trillium cook top
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1,294
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
I had mine powder coated. Way less $ than a new...
I had mine powder coated. Way less $ than a new one.
Prickly
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-27-2019, 09:57 AM
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Wiring diagram trillium 4500
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2,181
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Thanks for the input John. The "original power...
Thanks for the input John. The "original power center" has been replaced and the battery with all its connections removed so wondering how the battery was put into the circuits.Also realized the d/c...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-27-2019, 07:12 AM
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Wiring diagram trillium 4500
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Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Wiring diagram trillium 4500
Does anyone have a wiring diagram for a Trillium 4500?
I am trying to restore mine. P O took out most of the wiring.
Thanks ,
Prickly
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-09-2019, 11:16 AM
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where to buy a hatch
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1,155
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
where to buy a hatch
Hello there experts. Anyone have advice regarding where to buy a couple of hatches for my Trillium?
I have seen some online at great expense .
The local R.V. parts guy suggested going to a trailer...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-17-2019, 11:14 AM
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Trillium 4500 air conditioner
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1,327
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Trillium 4500 air conditioner
I am wondering if anyone has installed an air conditioner in a Trillium up front like in the 16 foot Casita trailer. If you have , did it work well?
Here are pictures of where I was thinking of...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-20-2019, 11:18 AM
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1988 Bigfoot 5er
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2,028
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
I owned a 1988 bigfoot 5er. TV 2001 silverado...
I owned a 1988 bigfoot 5er. TV 2001 silverado 2wheel drive.For sure you will want a bigfoot that has the axes flipped otherwise not a chance of getting the trailer close to being level. Good luck...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-05-2019, 09:49 AM
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2
What year is my TRILLIUM?
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1,818
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
What year is my TRILLIUM?
Can anyone tell me what year my Trillium is?128198
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-11-2019, 11:40 AM
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2
towing with Land Rover LR2
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1,921
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
towing with Land Rover LR2
Anyone have any experience towing with a Land Rover LR2?
Manual says 1650 lbs. without trailer brakes 4400 with trailer brakes.
It is only a 2 litre engine but turbocharged, producing 240...
Forum:
Classified Archives
10-04-2017, 07:08 AM
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14
ON |
SOLD: Bigfoot 1988 fifth wheel
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3,738
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
SOLD: Bigfoot 1988 fifth wheel
FOR SALE 1988 BIGFOOT
Two axel version 20 foot length
Complete interior renovation
Propane heat ,works
Propane hot water ,works
Fridge and freezer ,works on 110 and propane
Interior air...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-26-2017, 02:22 PM
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23
Bigfoot age vs. condition
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5,853
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Hello Greg. The shower is separated from the...
Hello Greg.
The shower is separated from the toilet only by a curtain but that means the TP and towels do not get wet and there is an elevation to the rest of the bathroom so the water does not get...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-26-2017, 06:54 AM
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23
Bigfoot age vs. condition
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5,853
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
My wife insisted on buying a 1988 Bigfoot 5er so...
My wife insisted on buying a 1988 Bigfoot 5er so I finally gave in. To my surprise everything still works except the roof air was removed due to leakage and according to the records supplied with the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-10-2017, 11:24 AM
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1
Bigfoot 5er One or Two axels ? why
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1,170
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Bigfoot 5er One or Two axels ? why
I am a new owner to a 1988 bigfoot 5er 20 foot with two axels.
I noted that some of these models have single axels as well.
Anyone know why?
Bobby
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-27-2017, 03:31 PM
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6
Bigfoot 5er tow vehicle
Views:
1,454
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Thanks for all the information. My 19 foot...
Thanks for all the information.
My 19 foot bigfoot 5er has two axels and the GVW will be around 4500 lbs.
My Silverado manual says 4700 lbs max. with that 3.23 rear end, so close to the allowable....
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-26-2017, 03:50 PM
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6
Bigfoot 5er tow vehicle
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1,454
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Bigfoot 5er tow vehicle
Just got a new to me bigfoot 1988 5er.
Found out looking through my TV manual that my 1999 4.8 litre Silverado with rear axel ratio of 3.23 is not recommended for 5th wheel towing where as the rear...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-27-2016, 10:40 AM
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35
WHERE TO BUY CLAM
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4,649
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
WHERE TO BUY CLAM
Hello fellow campers. I am ready to buy a clam. Does anyone know the least expensive ( cheapest) place to get one that is in stock?
I am driving from Ottawa Ontario to Orlando next week and would...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-21-2016, 10:38 AM
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9
Boler exterior cleaning and repairs
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2,843
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
A few hairline cracks are normal. As long as...
A few hairline cracks are normal.
As long as those cracks are spider cracks then there is nothing to worry about.
Have fun. I will send a pic of my boler and you can see the outcome.
Bobby
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-21-2016, 06:20 AM
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9
Boler exterior cleaning and repairs
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2,843
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
I know this sounds brutal, but my Boler sat...
I know this sounds brutal, but my Boler sat behind a shed of the PO for 10 years and I never thought the exterior would come back to life.
The gelcoat was so chalked that I was about to give up...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-02-2016, 10:50 AM
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2
where to camp in Santa Fe N.M.
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984
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Bobby Kirk
where to camp in Santa Fe N.M.
Heading out toward Santa Fe next week because it is still snowing here in Owen Sound Ontario.
Can anyone recommend a campground close to the city that is not too expensive?
Bobby
Forum:
Classified Archives
02-28-2016, 01:00 PM
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3
Free:
Trailer cover- FREE in San Diego
Views:
1,595
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Ya ,I want it but too far to drive from Ontario
Ya ,I want it but too far to drive from Ontario
Forum:
General Chat
02-13-2016, 10:47 AM
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48
Anybody else go without AC?
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5,478
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
It is not the hot weather that is a concern for...
It is not the hot weather that is a concern for me.I would much rather leave the windows open and let the breeze roll through.
The problem is sometimes the camper beside me leaves a nice smoky,...
Forum:
General Chat
01-28-2016, 04:33 PM
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39
Just bought this mity lite "take five"
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6,658
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Wow ,what a find . Is the door hinged at the top?...
Wow ,what a find . Is the door hinged at the top?
How about a picture with the door open.
Never seen anything like it. Must be very light.
Forum:
Camping, Campout Reports
01-22-2016, 10:14 AM
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15
Recommendations for a gulf coast trip in late February
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3,315
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Donna, Good luck finding state park sites in...
Donna,
Good luck finding state park sites in February.
You will probably only get one or two nights at a time.
We camped at a city park near Cedar Key . It was cheap but noisy with air boat...
Forum:
Classified Archives
01-22-2016, 09:56 AM
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3
SOLD: Picnica the ultimate FG folding bicycle
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3,444
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Hey Tony, How about a picture of the bike...
Hey Tony,
How about a picture of the bike folded up?
Just curious?
Bobby
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
01-22-2016, 09:44 AM
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18
Filling propane tank in Canada
Views:
7,056
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Tanks are the same . You will have just as much...
Tanks are the same . You will have just as much trouble finding places to refill as in the U.S. though. Mostly , sellers are using the exchange program . I don't like to use the exchange- a- tank...
Forum:
General Chat
01-03-2016, 11:13 AM
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45
Where do you shave?
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5,539
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Ya it should read saved
Ya it should read saved
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-03-2016, 11:06 AM
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0
Catalina State Park Site
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1,562
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Catalina State Park Site
I will be cancelling a reservation at Catalina State Park Arizona for 2 weeks starting Feb 1. This is the time when the huge gem and mineral show is on in Tucson and sites are limited. It is a no...
Forum:
General Chat
01-03-2016, 10:59 AM
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45
Where do you shave?
Views:
5,539
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Imagine how much time,water, and money I have...
Imagine how much time,water, and money I have shaved over 50 years of beard growing!!
:D
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-17-2015, 10:37 AM
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the new Armadillo soon to be in the race of FGRV
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6,191
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Wow!! A boler on steroids:D
Wow!!
A boler on steroids:D
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-30-2015, 06:39 PM
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12
Changing Casita to 15-inch wheels
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10,696
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
What is all this about high lift axels and 15...
What is all this about high lift axels and 15 inch tires?
My Casita seems to be just fine with regular axels 14 "trailer tires.
And I don't need an extra step or pop crate to climb in.
Towed it...
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General Chat
08-01-2015, 01:55 PM
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Odd Looking Camper Trailer
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5,020
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Wow!! Get a look at those 4 wheels. I bet it...
Wow!!
Get a look at those 4 wheels. I bet it would tow easily and the wind wouldn't bother it at all!!
Forum:
General Chat
08-01-2015, 01:53 PM
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5
Camping on Long Island N.Y
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1,231
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Julie and Jose, I looked at that one. Have you...
Julie and Jose,
I looked at that one. Have you or anyone,camped there?I could not get a good idea of what it was like or how to reserve from their website.
Bobby
Forum:
General Chat
07-31-2015, 05:06 PM
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Camping on Long Island N.Y
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1,231
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Bobby Kirk
Camping on Long Island N.Y
Anyone have any experience camping on Long Island New York?
My daughter is moving to Brooklyn and was not sure if there was anywhere nearby with good campsites.
Bobbby
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-18-2015, 08:44 AM
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5
Why is my refridgerator's Check light on?
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1,631
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
THE I T CROWD
Check out "the I.T. Crowd "on netflix
That is the answer to everything electronic:.
"unplug it and plug it back in again"
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-25-2015, 09:29 AM
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Casita seating change
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1,713
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Casita seating change
Has anyone removed the swivel seating arrangement from a Casita F/D and built seating like the S/D?
We purchased he F/D used but find that those bucket seats just take up too much space as we grow...
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Hobbies & Passions
06-23-2015, 10:29 AM
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Travelling with pets
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16,802
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
I believe pets are a pain in the neck. We have...
I believe pets are a pain in the neck.
We have a small dog ,,,should say, my wife owns a small dog .
When we were in Pensacola last winter near one of the best beaches in the world we either had...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-14-2015, 11:14 AM
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abnormal tire wear on Scamp 16
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7,344
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
The curb side tire on my 2008 Casita looked...
The curb side tire on my 2008 Casita looked exactly like yours.
It was fine when we left Ontario but worn when we arrived in Pensacola.
Took it to two tire experts and ended up replacing both...
Forum:
General Chat
06-12-2015, 02:01 PM
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59
Safety In Numbers
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5,954
Posted By
Bobby Kirk
Are any of you NL tour want to be 's attending...
Are any of you NL tour want to be 's attending the Ontario Bolerama in July?
We could hook up and dream!
Bobby N Victoria
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