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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2024, 12:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,878
Posted By gordon2
Have you had the trailer since 2016? Or for some...

Have you had the trailer since 2016? Or for some number of years? If so, then my first thought is that if you never had a leak before then it’s unlikely that a screw penetrated the roof unless you...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-14-2022, 11:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,925
Posted By gordon2
Propex can be installed under the floor if there...

Propex can be installed under the floor if there is room. (outside).. leaving more room for storage in the camper. Be sure and read the manual.. there are enough requirements for the vents,...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-14-2022, 10:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 646
Posted By gordon2
Back into the air... More than 30 years...

Back into the air...
More than 30 years ago...designers came up with a way to make the units more efficient while also eliminating the dripping. Instead of letting the water drip out, the...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 11-14-2022, 10:12 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,406
Posted By gordon2
Alan and Dave... Yes the Parks on the Air...

Alan and Dave...
Yes the Parks on the Air program is quite popular. and people have a lot of fun with it. Our local club has been doing a couple of activations a month this fall. Sometimes you will...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-27-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,881
Posted By gordon2
IMHO I agree that it is normal, or at least...

IMHO I agree that it is normal, or at least common and not a concern, to see one or both bearings running a little warm for a few miles after a repack. I don't worry about it unless its too hot for...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-27-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 969
Posted By gordon2
New video about using Rivets

A member of one of the Scamp Facebook groups has produced a very helpful video about using rivets on Scamps.
It is worth a look even if you have some experience in riveting:...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-25-2022, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,524
Posted By gordon2
I have dual 20 Anderson PP bulkhead connectors in...

I have dual 20 Anderson PP bulkhead connectors in the Scamp.. I can also switch off the house battery and use the Anderson PP to plug in one of my two LifePo4 batteries (call it back feed if you...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-25-2022, 05:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,190
Posted By gordon2
Yes and no (IMHO). Years ago on cars with drum...

Yes and no (IMHO). Years ago on cars with drum brakes I would replace the shoes, but getting the springs off is not easy. On electric brakes you can replace only the worn parts... pads and magnets...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-23-2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,587
Posted By gordon2
All electric and gas disconnected. Cut pipes and...

All electric and gas disconnected. Cut pipes and gas line close to water heater. Drill out rivets on water heater frame and remove water heater. Examine water and gas pipe and find best place to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-23-2022, 08:54 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,865
Posted By gordon2
Dittto.. Carlise's response is worth the paper it...

Dittto.. Carlise's response is worth the paper it is written on, and that only assuming that you read it on a PC or tablet and don't hit the print button. In other words, useless.
I run my Carlise...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-21-2022, 01:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,587
Posted By gordon2
Its a personal choice.. IMHO the shower is the...

Its a personal choice.. IMHO the shower is the only reason to have a water heater plumbed in, and the trailer is really too small to use the shower except maybe once in a very great while... (YMMV!)...
Forum: General Chat 10-21-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,711
Posted By gordon2
This might be the source they used: ...

This might be the source they used:
https://www.rvtravel.com/pathetic-quality-rv-dealers-fed-manufacturers-producing-1017b/
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-21-2022, 01:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,532
Posted By gordon2
Like the others have said, this is a fairly...

Like the others have said, this is a fairly common problem.. and with all the shaking the trailer goes through it is not really surprising. Check your smoke detector battery and operation, keep good...
Forum: Money Matters 09-11-2022, 06:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By gordon2
Well the best laid plans.. since I wrote that, my...

Well the best laid plans.. since I wrote that, my primary credit card has had a fraud charge.. the second one on that account in four months. So... again I am waiting for a replacement before I can...
Forum: Money Matters 09-04-2022, 07:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By gordon2
A few of the recent posts point out the errors...

A few of the recent posts point out the errors that the toll systems make.. that is why I have obtained a new credit card to use for my NC Quick Pass (and as a backup credit card). If they screw me...
Forum: Money Matters 08-29-2022, 07:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By gordon2
Morse confusing alphabet soup... E-Pass vs...

Morse confusing alphabet soup...
E-Pass vs E-Zpass, and what about the Uni (https://www.cfxway.com/uni/)?

And this article...
Forum: Money Matters 08-29-2022, 06:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By gordon2
That might be redundant now... From FAQ...

That might be redundant now...

From FAQ here (https://www.e-zpassiag.com/frequently-asked-questions#can-i-use-my-e-zpass-in-florida):

Can I use my E-ZPass in Florida?
As of May 28th 2021...
Forum: Money Matters 08-28-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By gordon2
Its been a huge debate here... lots of hearings,...

Its been a huge debate here... lots of hearings, lawsuits, etc.. IIRC they got a 50 year monopoly.. but one thing I noticed is that the terms state that if your account is not paid up then your...
Forum: Money Matters 08-28-2022, 05:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By gordon2
Thanks, Raz.. that is some of the info I am...

Thanks, Raz.. that is some of the info I am looking for. But it also raises more questions.
If I go to sign up for a NY E-Zpass the web site has me choose my state.. so I assume one must be a...
Forum: Money Matters 08-28-2022, 01:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,947
Posted By gordon2
Seeking SE US Toll Highway advice

Well I have avoided most toll road as long as I could.. now I need some advice for people who use the toll highways on the east coast, esp. south-east states of NC, GA and FL. Its so confusing with...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-16-2022, 08:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,190
Posted By gordon2
add an s.. and google works.. ...

add an s.. and google works..
https://www.vmaxtanks.com/

I have a battery from them.. a 120 AH AGM. Good battery but 2/3 ths cost of a 100 AH LifePo4 which has 50% more useable capacity, and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-16-2022, 07:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,518
Posted By gordon2
IMHO I think if you provide for the expansion and...

IMHO I think if you provide for the expansion and contraction that one would expect, it should not be a problem. It seems that when flooring buckles it is because it does not have the space to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-12-2022, 08:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,034
Posted By gordon2
Yes, it is because the battery is full of caustic...

Yes, it is because the battery is full of caustic acid and it vents explosive gas when its being charged. But LifePO4 don't have acid, dont vent, and are about as safe as any battery can be. Its...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-11-2022, 10:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,045
Posted By gordon2
So far we are only guessing what the device is.....

So far we are only guessing what the device is.. and no idea if its as old as the camper. I would get rid of it and use a fuse near the battery.
For ongoing LifePo4 battery reviews subscribe to...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-10-2022, 07:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,259
Posted By gordon2
Have cash in hand, be ready to travel and tow on...

Have cash in hand, be ready to travel and tow on short notice, look out for crooks and check out....

https://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/scamp-trailers-for-sale...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-10-2022, 05:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,045
Posted By gordon2
The fuse is to protect the wiring and connectors,...

The fuse is to protect the wiring and connectors, so the fuse size depends on what size (gauge) wire is used and how much current it will carry (and to a much lessor extent some other details such as...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-10-2022, 01:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,045
Posted By gordon2
Well it rather looks like a fuse or...

Well it rather looks like a fuse or self-resetting circuit breaker. Such as this...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-22-2021, 08:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,172
Posted By gordon2
Breakers only control 120 volt AC power. 12 volt...

Breakers only control 120 volt AC power. 12 volt DC power uses fuses. (There is such a thing as 12 volt DC breakers but they are not used in the camper).

If you are on shore power and using a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-21-2021, 08:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,879
Posted By gordon2
Why do you need (or want) an exterior light? I...

Why do you need (or want) an exterior light? I have one on my camper by the door with a yellow blub (yellow to reduce insect attraction). I sometimes turn it on for a short time when making a bath...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-15-2021, 04:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,672
Posted By gordon2
Of course solar is included ;) ... and a...

Of course solar is included ;) ... and a Trimetric battery monitor. Overkill maybe but its my hobby.

Basically there is a the primary battery that goes to a switch which disconnects the battery...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-14-2021, 09:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,672
Posted By gordon2
Simple question.. but no simple answer. ...

Simple question.. but no simple answer.
Victron Blue Smart IP67 12/25 (PN BPC122547106) is not permanently installed.

The battery can be quickly plugged into the camper's electrical system and...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 12-13-2021, 02:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,538
Posted By gordon2
For the answers to your questions, click on the...

For the answers to your questions, click on the hyperlink in the post..
It is View this ad at Fiberglass Classifieds - 2019 Scamp Standard Standard...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-11-2021, 07:11 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 22,607
Posted By gordon2
Opps.. I left out the decimal. Make that .1...

Opps.. I left out the decimal.

Make that .1 C, or 1/10th C charge rate. 10 amps for a 100 Amp Hour battery. It works fine but takes longer.

For my 100 amp hour LifePO4 battery I bought a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-10-2021, 08:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,648
Posted By gordon2
One of the most debatable statements I have heard...

One of the most debatable statements I have heard in some time.

On second thought.. maybe they do work great... in theory. But in practice.. well, there is the debate.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-10-2021, 07:16 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 22,607
Posted By gordon2
That is an interesting way to look at it, but to...

That is an interesting way to look at it, but to know how far to charge, you need a benchmark. And like cell balancing, (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battery_balancing) that point of reference is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-10-2021, 03:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,285
Posted By gordon2
No there is a time limit for editing posts...

No there is a time limit for editing posts (unless a mod).. and that time has expired for the original post.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-10-2021, 12:20 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 22,607
Posted By gordon2
Thats a good point that many people new to...

Thats a good point that many people new to LifePO4 batteries do not consider...

For max life of a LifeO4 battery (5000+ cycles, ten years or more):
1. When in storage keep it at ~40 to ~70 or 80...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-10-2021, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 664
Posted By gordon2
There are in high demand.. not quite as high as a...

There are in high demand.. not quite as high as a few months ago but still..
My standard where to buy list:

https://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/scamp-trailers-for-sale...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-10-2021, 09:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,285
Posted By gordon2
Agreed.. return the fridge to original. ...

Agreed.. return the fridge to original.

Any voltmeter downstream from the battery will read slightly lower (and inaccurate) voltage, and so is a little less useful for monitoring battery State...
Forum: General Chat 12-07-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,856
Posted By gordon2
Underwriters Laboratories Listing is not...

Underwriters Laboratories Listing is not marketing BS. It is a legitimate assurance of reasonable electrical product safety.

from...
Forum: General Chat 12-06-2021, 08:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,856
Posted By gordon2
To answer that question start here: The...

To answer that question start here:
The EasyStart 364 Soft Starter For RV and Marine By Micro-Air, Inc. (https://www.micro-air.com/products_easystart_364_softstarter_microair.cfm)

I added one and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-29-2021, 07:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,648
Posted By gordon2
floyd I love ya man, and you have been a big help...

floyd I love ya man, and you have been a big help to me in my Scamp ownership... but reusing cotter pins is just crazy! First.. they are very very cheap. Second.. take a cotter pin or any similar...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-27-2021, 08:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,372
Posted By gordon2
Those are good reasons to do things your way but...

Those are good reasons to do things your way but you said it had to be done that way.. and it does not. If using AF in the tank you need to buy an extra gallon of AF... under $4 and once a year. I...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-27-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,372
Posted By gordon2
Well.. in fact you do the first and you don't do...

Well.. in fact you do the first and you don't do the second IF you follow the directions from the manufacturer of the OP's camper (Evelands / Scamp). I put AF in my Scamp's fresh water tank and I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-27-2021, 12:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By gordon2
IIRC and maybe I do.. maybe I don't, you are...

IIRC and maybe I do.. maybe I don't, you are supposed to drop the pressure to something like half.. so maybe 6 inches WC, and then let it sit for a few hours. Anyway I just did that test here last...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-26-2021, 08:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,336
Posted By gordon2
The problem is that the OP wanted a lock to keep...

The problem is that the OP wanted a lock to keep her child from opening the door and wandering off. However any lock that can do that will also be an impediment to anyone trying to escape a trailer...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-26-2021, 11:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,672
Posted By gordon2
A different point of view

This is my Chins brand $ 360 (US), 1280 watt hour LiFePo4 battery in a 40 lb portable box with six fused circuits (two are connected) and a master switch (breaker). The add-ons are things I had on...
Forum: General Chat 11-26-2021, 09:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,020
Posted By gordon2
Kickstarter folding bike

Just saw this and thought some here might find it interesting. I have no further information.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tuckbike/tuck-bike-the-folding-bike-with-folding-wheels
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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-23-2021, 09:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By gordon2
Indeed that was the only track that I came up...

Indeed that was the only track that I came up with but any connection to making propane connections still eludes me.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-23-2021, 08:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,816
Posted By gordon2
Any soapy water solution can be used for bubble...

Any soapy water solution can be used for bubble test, although I have heard that some can be bad for the metal (so maybe rinse with plain water after testing). And bubble tests with a solution only...
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