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Forum: General Chat 06-23-2017, 08:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,584
Posted By piperjim
The shop installed a steel rectangular tube (4" x...

The shop installed a steel rectangular tube (4" x 2" and 1/4" thick) between the axle and the frame. The cost was $400. No changes in handling. I stay on pavement, so can't answer about boulder...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-02-2016, 07:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,505
Posted By piperjim
A pair of channel locks, with one of those rubber...

A pair of channel locks, with one of those rubber jar-lid-grippers to protect the aerator might be a good place to start.

If that doesn't work, anything short of a cutting torch is allowed.:D
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-01-2016, 08:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,036
Posted By piperjim
A lot depends on your personal needs and...

A lot depends on your personal needs and preferences. I like the idea of a pickup, myself, and the bed cover or a topper makes it even better....in my book.
My wife says our '99 Dodge Ram 1500 is...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-28-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,930
Posted By piperjim
What Donna D. said...... And, might I...

What Donna D. said......

And, might I suggest you ask your insurance company? I suspect they'll have an opinion.

Good luck!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-23-2016, 03:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,709
Posted By piperjim
Scamp rear jack

WD-40 worked for me. Give the jacks a good spray anywhere they move, and hit both the inside and outside of the jack. Then "work" them so the spray gets moved around. This might solve your...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-18-2016, 09:26 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 7,818
Posted By piperjim
This is almost as good as the BMW motorcycle...

This is almost as good as the BMW motorcycle forum that I frequent. The latest discussion to get everyone's undies in a twist was not the annual springtime , "What's the best motor oil to use?". No...
Forum: General Chat 02-14-2016, 02:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,253
Posted By piperjim
Colorado info

It's in the 50s and 60s this week along the front range, but things may be different in late March! Many campgrounds are closed for the winter, but not all. The State Park near us (Lathrop SP)...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-03-2016, 04:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,463
Posted By piperjim
Tranny cooler

This is just me, but I would add the tranny cooler. I base this on the advice that I received several years ago after my Dodge 1500 p/u transmission had to be rebuilt at 120K miles. This truck did...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-25-2015, 01:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,447
Posted By piperjim
Kai: I hate to admit that I have all my...

Kai:

I hate to admit that I have all my supplies ready to approach the repair, but haven't done it yet. But, here's where I am on this repair......

I went to a local sheet metal shop and asked...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-09-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,228
Posted By piperjim
John: That's classy!! What thickness is the...

John:

That's classy!! What thickness is the plywood, and how did you finish the edge? This is something that has been on my "to do" list, and now you've given me motivation to follow-up.
...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-23-2015, 09:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,793
Posted By piperjim
I have a 2002 5th wheel and pull it with a 1999...

I have a 2002 5th wheel and pull it with a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 with a 31" bed height. I did have to raise the camper, otherwise the hitch frame would beat up the top of the truck bed. My local...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-12-2015, 12:36 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 18,280
Posted By piperjim
George: Don't know how far south you might...

George:

Don't know how far south you might be in NM, but we're in southern Colorado, only about 10 miles off I-25. If you would like to come look at our rig sometime, we'd be happy to show it.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-12-2015, 10:43 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 18,280
Posted By piperjim
Don't skimp on power

We originally towed our Scamp 5th wheel with a 6 cyl Ford Ranger (the smaller of the two V-6 options, 3 liters). Living in Colorado, we soon learned that the Ranger was just under-powered. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-12-2015, 03:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,223
Posted By piperjim
Flooring install

There's a good thread with pics over at the SOI forum:

New Allure Vinyl Plank Flooring | Scamp Owners International (https://www.scampcamper.com/forums/new-allure-vinyl-plank-flooring)

It sure...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-09-2015, 03:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 915
Posted By piperjim
Liz: Congratulations! And congratulations...

Liz:

Congratulations! And congratulations for making the wise choice to ditch the first choice....you're on the road now!

We'll be happy to see the pics!
Forum: General Chat 07-08-2015, 04:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,366
Posted By piperjim
MOOCs

There's a growing universe of educational opportunities online!

MOOCs are probably the hottest trend right now, as far as I know. What's a MOOC?

"A massive open online course (MOOC) is an...
Forum: General Chat 07-06-2015, 09:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,573
Posted By piperjim
Suzy: As has been said, changing an axle...

Suzy:

As has been said, changing an axle isn't like flying the space shuttle, so you don't need to hire a Boeing engineer....LOL!

I just looked at Yelp for "trailer hitches" and here's a place...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-25-2015, 07:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,358
Posted By piperjim
Talking Quick question about towing

Mike:

But do you think it'll reduce my gas mileage?? :loltu

Maybe here's a corollary for the BMW oil thread I mentioned earlier, applied to TVs and RVs, sort of "the universal truth" related...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-25-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,358
Posted By piperjim
Oh boy......so much fun here!! I belong to a...

Oh boy......so much fun here!!

I belong to a BMW Motorcycle forum, and this thread (can I tow a ??? with a ???) reminds me of the BMW forum question, "Which oil should I use in my BMW motorcycle?"...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-26-2015, 01:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,075
Posted By piperjim
How about a little portable solar panel, like...

How about a little portable solar panel, like this:
...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 05-22-2015, 10:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,918
Posted By piperjim
Save some for me, I love DO cooking, too!!

Save some for me, I love DO cooking, too!!
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 05-22-2015, 09:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,918
Posted By piperjim
You could buy some disposable foil muffin pans...

You could buy some disposable foil muffin pans and put them in the dutch oven. Even cut them up so you utilize the space most efficiently.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-19-2015, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,486
Posted By piperjim
Beautiful photos!

Thanks!
Forum: General Chat 05-13-2015, 09:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,584
Posted By piperjim
I had some work done on my Scamp 19' fifth wheel...

I had some work done on my Scamp 19' fifth wheel recently. The bottom of the frame at the front and rear of the cabin was just at 16.5" off the ground. That was the frame, and there are other...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-10-2015, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,459
Posted By piperjim
Here's a Corvette shop in Surrey, BC: ...

Here's a Corvette shop in Surrey, BC:

Corvette Specialties (https://www.corvette-specialties.com/) They mention paint and body work, along with everything else.

Or, maybe contact the BC...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-07-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,253
Posted By piperjim
Bob: I bought a package deal last fall....a...

Bob:

I bought a package deal last fall....a 2002 Scamp 19' Deluxe with a 2004 Ford Ranger 6 cyl. 3.0L, automatic transmission. I found the Ranger lacking in power. It would pull the Scamp, but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-06-2015, 04:43 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,927
Posted By piperjim
Thanks guys!! I think I'm all set now to tackle...

Thanks guys!! I think I'm all set now to tackle that window job......as soon as I finish the leaking toilet valve and bathroom interior patch, and the wash/wax and new snap caps....LOL!! Am having...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-06-2015, 06:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,927
Posted By piperjim
Thanks!

Steve:

Thanks for reviewing my homework assignment!!

What about the butyl tape, do I have to "allow" something for the thickness of butyl tape when calculating the material thickness?

I'll...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-05-2015, 02:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,927
Posted By piperjim
Thanks guys for the useful information!! This...

Thanks guys for the useful information!! This helps a lot.

Let me ask if you'll check an example, just to see if I'm understanding this 100%. For instance, let's say that I want to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-05-2015, 08:28 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,927
Posted By piperjim
Thanks

Bill:

Thanks, I think that is a good suggestion! Seems to be a lot of rivet discussion ongoing recently.....must be spring!!!

Thanks, safe travels.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-04-2015, 09:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,059
Posted By piperjim
Rivet Question from a Newbie

I've got some questions from a rivet newbie.

Can someone give me a lesson on "how to order the right rivets"? I need to re-seal some windows on my 2002 Scamp. I'm looking at the McMaster-Carr...
Forum: General Chat 04-29-2015, 06:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,280
Posted By piperjim
Shawn: Good idea! Here's some useful...

Shawn:

Good idea!

Here's some useful information from etrailer.com:

Frequently Asked Questions About Transmission Coolers | etrailer.com...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-27-2015, 06:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,161
Posted By piperjim
Good luck!

We recently purchased a 2002 Scamp 19. It was in good shape, but not excellent and I'm working my way through a few repairs. It's a great way to get to know the camper, and feels good to accomplish...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-27-2015, 12:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,447
Posted By piperjim
Crack in bathroom.....

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/members/45643-albums1536-picture8577.jpg

Paul & Bob:

I removed a fist-sized ball of caulk from the bathroom corner this morning. A good pocket knife and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-27-2015, 07:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,447
Posted By piperjim
Crack in bathroom.....

Paul:

That's right! Duct tape and baling wire hold the world together!!!:D

I know what you're talking about.....I've seen that little roll of foam. Like you said, a bag with a roll of maybe...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-26-2015, 09:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,447
Posted By piperjim
Crack in Bathroom...

Thanks Paul and Bob for the quick and helpful replies! Understanding that this is probably not a structural issue will allow me to sleep better tonight!!:)

After I clean this up, I'm guessing...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-26-2015, 05:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,447
Posted By piperjim
Crack in bathroom wall: Structural or cosmetic?

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https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/members/45643-albums1536-picture8570.jpg
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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-18-2015, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,002
Posted By piperjim
Our new-to-us 2002 Scamp has an awning, but since...

Our new-to-us 2002 Scamp has an awning, but since we've only owned it a few months, I have never opened the awning. The seller told me that the manufacturer has gone out of business. I checked with...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-18-2015, 08:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,323
Posted By piperjim
Auto transmission care

My Dodge Ram auto tranny had to be rebuilt at 120K miles. When I picked it up I asked the mechanic, "How can I get the maximum mileage out of this rebuilt tranny?"

He said he has 3 rules:

1....
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-14-2015, 07:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,275
Posted By piperjim
We're in southern Colorado and would be...

We're in southern Colorado and would be interested. Places we like include: Wild Rivers (Questa), Bandelier, Chama, Taos, Eagles Nest. We will be checking out Sugarite Canyon SP in a few weeks,...
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