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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-19-2018, 01:55 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 42,646
Posted By bobkatr1
Hi Jay! We have a 76 13ft Scamp and have...

Hi Jay! We have a 76 13ft Scamp and have completely gutted it and are stumped over what kind of insulation / wall covering to put in. I have been thinking about a thick roll of vinyl flooring with...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-18-2018, 11:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,237
Posted By bobkatr1
We do have a 2x4 T in the middle of the ceiling...

We do have a 2x4 T in the middle of the ceiling for support. It sounds like we should put the kitchen and closet back for support. We do have the option if sleeping in the truck canopy ( 8 ft bed...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-18-2018, 10:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,237
Posted By bobkatr1
Many thanks for response. We do know we need to...

Many thanks for response. We do know we need to put some kind of insolation up for noise, warmth and condensation issues but we are still researching the options. We also are thinking about shaping...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-17-2018, 11:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,237
Posted By bobkatr1
Rat Fur pattern for a 13ft Scamp

Hi campers!:) We have a 1976 Scamp 13ft and we have removed EVERYTHING from the Scamp including all of the rat fur / insolation so we could start over with a new floor plan and everything was in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-01-2015, 08:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,107
Posted By bobkatr1
1976 13' Scamp Refreshed Frame

We have our refreshed frame back from the paint shop! We needed to replace the old axle, used a Dexter #9 and changed from leading arm to trailing arm and added electric brakes. This brought the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-17-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,008
Posted By bobkatr1
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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-17-2015, 05:01 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,008
Posted By bobkatr1
We have some rust in the vent pipe but otherwise...

We have some rust in the vent pipe but otherwise not bad. I think it would be ok to paint the exterior rust oleum makes an ultra high heat spray paint.


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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2015, 06:58 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,008
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, the exhaust pipe should separate, one...

Bill, the exhaust pipe should separate, one slides into the other. It might be easier removing the external one first from the outside. They could be rusted together.


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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2015, 08:50 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,008
Posted By bobkatr1
82693 Here is our plate. Bob ...

82693

Here is our plate.

Bob


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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2015, 08:48 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,008
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, I pulled our furnace out of our '76...

Bill,

I pulled our furnace out of our '76 13' Scamp, the furnace looks just like yours. The label and operating instructions were on the right side near the bottom, it was held on with two screws....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-14-2015, 09:42 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,338
Posted By bobkatr1
We are looking at cork for the floor covering for...

We are looking at cork for the floor covering for our '76 Scamp. We have had vinyl and laminate and carpet. The carpet just held too much sand and if we got it wet, took a long time to dry. The...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-11-2015, 11:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,559
Posted By bobkatr1
DUMB QUESTION- removable or opening main windows

Again, no such thing as a dumb question!

We are actually trying to figure out how to do the same thing to our 1976 13' Scamp. We have some good friends that are really good with fiberglass and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-02-2015, 08:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,946
Posted By bobkatr1
Dinah, I am having the axle installed as...

Dinah,

I am having the axle installed as trailing vs. leading. This means that it will be installed under the dance floor.

Bob


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-01-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,946
Posted By bobkatr1
My Dester Order Form

72Boler,

Here is what I ordered:
Axle Capacity: 2200#
Hub Face: 63"
Outside Frame: 48"
Start Angle Degree: 0
Hub: Idler with brake plate
Bolt Circle: 5-4.5"
Lubrication: E-Z Lube
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-31-2015, 11:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,714
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, On our '76 13' Scamp the spare tire...

Bill,

On our '76 13' Scamp the spare tire bolts, three, were carriage bolts with a large washer on each side of the fiberglass with a nut on the exterior. Our showed sign of leaking, I am going to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-31-2015, 11:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,754
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, I stripped out all the wiring and will...

Bill,

I stripped out all the wiring and will start fresh. There had been so many modifications, splices, electrical tape. Every time we hit a bump something would suddenly go on or off. 39 years...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-29-2015, 10:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, my guesstimate for removal of the old axle...

Bill, my guesstimate for removal of the old axle and welding the new mounts on will be 1.5-3 hours. We also plan to add some additional iron. The most important part will be getting the welded...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-29-2015, 09:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,126
Posted By bobkatr1
There are a number of folks that have reduced the...

There are a number of folks that have reduced the size of the cabinets to make room for a wider bed, I am leaning in this direction. In the 1976 13' Scamp the propane heater is scary close to the bed...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-29-2015, 09:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
We should get our new axle in a week or two, then...

We should get our new axle in a week or two, then run it to town for welding, then prime & paint. Then comes the fun part, putting the shell back on the frame! I am still planning to put 3/4" resin...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-29-2015, 09:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, the bent upward axle is the normal...

Bill, the bent upward axle is the normal position. I freaked out when mine was the same!


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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-25-2015, 06:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,318
Posted By bobkatr1
MC1, Towing a 23' trailer with a Nissan...

MC1,

Towing a 23' trailer with a Nissan mini? My big rule is that the tow vehicle needs to weigh more than what is being towed. I have seen many travel trailer accidents where, even with sway...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-25-2015, 05:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,653
Posted By bobkatr1
' 74 Boler tow prep

Hi Lisa,

Some other things to consider:

Trailer light connection, if your connection doesn't match, you can pick up an adapter at most auto parts stores

Safety chains, have safety chain to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-24-2015, 07:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,982
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, Sometimes you just have to eat the...

Bill,

Sometimes you just have to eat the elephant one bite at a time, otherwise it is overwhelming! I had no choice but to eat the whole elephant. When I found out that the shell was less than...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-21-2015, 08:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,050
Posted By bobkatr1
When we reinstall our cabinets in our 1976 13'...

When we reinstall our cabinets in our 1976 13' Scamp, I will be fiberglassing supports inside the shell to eliminate the need for rivets that leak. We are fiberglassing the rivet holes then bondoing...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-21-2015, 08:41 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, When I ordered my Dexter axle, the...

Bill,

When I ordered my Dexter axle, the brake flanges were only $10 extra. The electric brakes were about $125 more than no brakes. Total with electric brakes $441.

Bob


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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-21-2015, 08:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,982
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, I am adding the new 3/4" plywood under...

Bill,

I am adding the new 3/4" plywood under the existing floor. The existing floor has no weather protection on the underside, maybe a very old, very thin varnish. Resin thinned a bit works great...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-21-2015, 03:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,982
Posted By bobkatr1
Afternoon Bill! There are a couple of ways...

Afternoon Bill!

There are a couple of ways to fix this, you can replace just the rotted section or replace the full section. Short-term, replacing the rotted section is the cheapest route but...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-21-2015, 01:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,957
Posted By bobkatr1
You can also go to an rv recycler and find...

You can also go to an rv recycler and find windows from a recycled rv. There are lots of different sizes available for pretty cheap and most are sliders and/or push out style. We had a neighbor with...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-18-2015, 10:22 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,274
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, We are planning to put the kitchen up...

Bill,

We are planning to put the kitchen up front and since we have a fixed plexiglas front window replace it with a window that can be opened vs. installing a fan. We are trying to squeeze a...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-18-2015, 07:59 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,274
Posted By bobkatr1
The ensolite in our 76 13' Scamp would no longer...

The ensolite in our 76 13' Scamp would no longer stick. We tried every kind of glue and adhesive. We think that it was so dirty between the ensolite and fiberglass that it just had to come out. So,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2015, 11:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
At 64 I almost always leave projects unfinished,...

At 64 I almost always leave projects unfinished, maybe it is with the hope that someday I will be around to finish the project. I have my wonderful wife to support and encourage me and some great...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2015, 11:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
Bill, The floor is fiberglassed to the shell...

Bill,

The floor is fiberglassed to the shell and the floor is screwed to the frame, no bolts.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2015, 11:20 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
The frame on mine was attached to the frame with...

The frame on mine was attached to the frame with screws through the plywood floor. Most of the screws were rusted in place, I had to pull screw heads through the plywood floor. It was surprisingly...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-15-2015, 01:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,555
Posted By bobkatr1
If you look in the lower right you will see VIN. ...

If you look in the lower right you will see VIN. This is where the VIN is to be stamped in California. You should also have the VIN somewhere else on the trailer frame. I can't find our VIN so I am...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2015, 01:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
The axle that you are looking at does not include...

The axle that you are looking at does not include hubs or brakes or brake flanges. What Donna said about the 3500 being too stiff means that the light 13' will bounce more and not react to bumps and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2015, 12:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
The axle was order from a local Dexter dealer and...

The axle was order from a local Dexter dealer and I will pick up in their Portand, OR store, so no shipping. Your old axle is very likely welded on vs. bolted on and will need to be cut off either...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2015, 10:51 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
There are some great discussions on axles under...

There are some great discussions on axles under the Towing, Hitches, Axles section.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2015, 10:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,186
Posted By bobkatr1
I just ordered a new axle for my 1976 13' Scamp....

I just ordered a new axle for my 1976 13' Scamp. Your old axle, if original, is a leading arm axle. I ordered a Dexter Torflex 2200# trailing arm axle. The hub face to hub face is 63" & the outside...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-13-2015, 01:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,437
Posted By bobkatr1
Since we don't have tanks I plan to add...

Since we don't have tanks I plan to add additional angle iron under the dance floor and will resin coats both sides of the plywood. The piece of floor at the door has always been weak so when I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-12-2015, 10:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,703
Posted By bobkatr1
Axel with brakes on order, thank you both for...

Axel with brakes on order, thank you both for suggesting that direction. Main point is saving tow vehicle brakes.


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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-12-2015, 09:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,437
Posted By bobkatr1
James, That is exactly what I plan to do...

James,

That is exactly what I plan to do with the floor. I believe that this will effectively seal the bottom of the trailer, add strength and with the added 3/4" thickness of plywood below the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-12-2015, 02:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,265
Posted By bobkatr1
Since we are replacing our leading arm axle with...

Since we are replacing our leading arm axle with a trailing arm axle, I didn't feel it was safe to do welding on the frame while still attached to the shell. So, I attempted to remove the screws...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-05-2015, 10:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,703
Posted By bobkatr1
Our 1976 13' Scamp currently has a leading axle. ...

Our 1976 13' Scamp currently has a leading axle. I am ordering a trailing axle and am ordering a Dexter #9 with 10 degree down with brake plates but no brakes. We tow with either a Toyota Tacoma or...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-03-2015, 09:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,437
Posted By bobkatr1
This is all very instructive. At this point I...

This is all very instructive. At this point I have separated the shell from the frame in order to replace the axle, paint and reinforce frame under the dance floor. All of the plywood is either...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-02-2015, 02:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,703
Posted By bobkatr1
David, When you replaced your leading axle...

David,

When you replaced your leading axle to a trailing axle, did you have to change the position of the axle in order to keep them centered? If you did move the axle forward, where did you...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-02-2015, 12:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,816
Posted By bobkatr1
O.K. So I have a 1976 13' Scamp with a leading...

O.K. So I have a 1976 13' Scamp with a leading torsion axle mounted to the frame behind the "dance floor". The axle has very little movement and given this and it's age I plan to replace the axle.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-27-2015, 10:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,126
Posted By bobkatr1
We have a 13' Scamp. We just gutted it and have a...

We have a 13' Scamp. We just gutted it and have a wide open design field. We are considering placing a double bed size bed/couch along the driver's side from the rear along the side into what was the...
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