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JessieJanet
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General Chat
11-03-2022, 06:12 AM
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New Scamp Wrap-around Cabinets
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2,805
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JessieJanet
Measuring blinds
Richard, do they sell 'short' blinds? Made 'to-measure'?
I cannot determine from their page that they
are less than 36" long
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Hi, I am....
04-19-2022, 07:06 AM
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Hello I'm Ray
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1,551
Posted By
JessieJanet
Hunter 1 compact - canvas top replacement ...
Hunter 1 compact - canvas top replacement
On Tiny House, Giant Journey, youtube, the host had to replace the top on hers. There might be helpful info there.
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Hi, I am....
12-23-2021, 10:12 AM
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New to site
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1,206
Posted By
JessieJanet
Thanks for the reply! We turned ours to a king,...
Thanks for the reply!
We turned ours to a king, with stairs in the center, so twin 'knee-to-feet'
So it was the 'bunk couch' you removed, I think (we, too).
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Hi, I am....
12-22-2021, 03:59 PM
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New to site
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1,206
Posted By
JessieJanet
Hi, Colleen, we have an 84, 19' Gooseneck. ...
Hi, Colleen, we have an 84, 19' Gooseneck.
What did you put in place of the couch you took out? Looking for some comfort!
We are in Springfield, MO. (Just returned from a run to Gulf Shores,...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
11-05-2020, 12:18 PM
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15
Scamp--Why do people change the axle & tires?
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6,968
Posted By
JessieJanet
Upgrade axle, etc
We upgraded after our bearings burned out early in a trip, & we had to buy a new hub - we bought 2, as who knew how much life the other had. The same trip, on the way home, we had a punctured tire, &...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
10-24-2020, 07:08 AM
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Sufficient solar system for full-time living?
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4,207
Posted By
JessieJanet
My husband thinks the panels are Renogy. We have...
My husband thinks the panels are Renogy. We have 2 6v batteries, linked (? I think this gives more storage?). We do have 12v plugs we installed, our rig is an '84. Our young techie-friend & Carl...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
10-23-2020, 11:54 AM
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Sufficient solar system for full-time living?
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4,207
Posted By
JessieJanet
Solar & 12v fridge
we recently purchased an iceco chest fridge & my husband has a heated-line cpap. We have 2, 100 w solar panels, no inverter on our 19'.
The overnight draw running the fridge on Eco at 34°, & the...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-01-2020, 11:03 AM
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30
Best way to remove old sealant on roof around fans and vents
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12,889
Posted By
JessieJanet
Removing old sealant
We successfully used WD40, plastic putty knife, & cleaned oily residue with rubbing alcohol. It worked on old silicone, butyl, & polyurethane sealant, as well. Jessie
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
12-07-2019, 04:15 PM
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1
Wanted:
Scamp 19 truck hitch wanted
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818
Posted By
JessieJanet
We have one in Springfield MO.
We have one in Springfield MO.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-16-2019, 11:20 AM
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Lift for 2001 Scamp 19
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1,134
Posted By
JessieJanet
Upgrade tire size
We changed out the axle to 3500# rated, and 5-lug 15" 8-ply tires. Gave us a bit more clearance (we had already added extension for height to original axle, & a different neck to reach the Tundra...
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General Chat
06-20-2019, 02:38 PM
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13
Corps of engineers in NW Arkansas
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1,715
Posted By
JessieJanet
NW Arkansas
Lake Fort Smith SP is quite lovely.
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-11-2019, 09:18 AM
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Anti Slip traction tape on top
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2,714
Posted By
JessieJanet
Relatable!! But safety 1st and how about some...
Relatable!!
But safety 1st and how about some of that no-slip stuff that goes on shelves or under rugs, OR a no-slip bathroom or kitchen runner, that is only on during the job.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-10-2019, 02:42 PM
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4
where to buy a hatch
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1,165
Posted By
JessieJanet
We ordered from rvandvansurplus.com Odd size,...
We ordered from rvandvansurplus.com
Odd size, as our 5th wheel has 2 escape hatches, no longer available via Scamp co.
The order has been held in customs (out of China), but they say will ship...
Forum:
General Chat
07-26-2018, 03:30 PM
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41
New Tacoma / 5th wheel hitch
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13,499
Posted By
JessieJanet
I have an 84 goose neck Scamp 19ft. I pulled it...
I have an 84 goose neck Scamp 19ft. I pulled it from the previous owner about 600 miles to home with a 4 cyl toyota an older 87 model. It made it home but I had to put a new drive shaft shortly there...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-09-2017, 04:24 PM
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15
Wasps and mud daubers
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3,864
Posted By
JessieJanet
Wasps & Mud Daubers
We bought pet flea collars and put them on the shroud of the a/c, and in the w/h box. We have not had any issues with them, at all. When we bought our 5th wheel, there were even dauber nest under the...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-12-2016, 09:47 AM
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For Sale - 5th wheel (goose neck) for Scamp
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1,204
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JessieJanet
For Sale - 5th wheel (goose neck) for Scamp
We have the original hitch that came with our 5th wheel Scamp. We towed it with a 1988 Toyota (small truck), but decided we wanted something larger for travel comfort, and peace of mind.
We bought...
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Hi, I am....
04-12-2016, 09:32 AM
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Hi from Michigan
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1,171
Posted By
JessieJanet
mini camper
Hi! Did you see the Toad on today's posts? Adorable, and may be just what you are looking for! Says it is only 900#
Forum:
General Chat
03-22-2016, 09:46 AM
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14
Queen-size bed: Modifying a Scamp/Casita or buying something else.
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7,284
Posted By
JessieJanet
We have a 1984, 19' Scamp 5th wheel, and we...
We have a 1984, 19' Scamp 5th wheel, and we turned the top queen mattress to run vertically instead of horizontally. We keep the 'bunk' in the up position, added a foam mattress from Hancock Fabrics,...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-14-2016, 07:35 PM
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0
5th wheel hook-up 4sale
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845
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JessieJanet
5th wheel hook-up 4sale
We purchased a 1984 19' 5th wheel, mounted the bed-hitch into our 1988 Toyota (tiny) pickup, and hauled her home from KY to SW MO! After our next run we realized we really needed a larger, newer tow...
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Hi, I am....
11-04-2015, 11:00 AM
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4
Hi! I am Jessie owner of Mae West
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1,449
Posted By
JessieJanet
Hi! I am Jessie owner of Mae West
I thought I posted here when I 1st joined, but it seems not!
We bought an '84 19'fw Scamp in April of 2015. It seemed a fair deal, but after purchase, and the upgrades we did, it was an adequate...
Forum:
General Chat
11-04-2015, 10:45 AM
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20
Minimum Ground Clearance Needed?
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17,208
Posted By
JessieJanet
clearance needs
We purchased our 19'5w Scamp via Craigslist. We are in MO, it was in KY! It was a 'fair' deal based on the po, however, it was not even a good deal based on what we found with new knowledge!!...
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
10-27-2015, 12:32 PM
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10
12v UV water Filter? Do you have one?
Views:
1,695
Posted By
JessieJanet
12 V UV water filter
Perhaps this?
Ultraviolet Water Filters And Purifiers Model 1000 (https://www.waterfixercompany.com/model1000.html)
Forum:
General Chat
10-25-2015, 09:00 PM
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30
Where to stop while towing Casita cross-country?
Views:
6,779
Posted By
JessieJanet
Love the HarvestHosts site & idea! Thank you!
Love the HarvestHosts site & idea! Thank you!
Forum:
Hi, I am....
10-05-2015, 08:45 AM
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6
New member in KS
Views:
1,099
Posted By
JessieJanet
We have a friend with a gutted 16' in St. James,...
We have a friend with a gutted 16' in St. James, Mo (near Rolla). It had quite a bit of dry-rot, so just took it to the body. jhaworth2011@gmail, if you are interested, I can connect the two of you....
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-17-2015, 09:27 AM
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16
Lock the door from the Inside
Views:
7,136
Posted By
JessieJanet
we key-lock the door at the outside when we...
we key-lock the door at the outside when we retire for the evening, and it locks. The door is able to be opened from the inside, even though it is locked. HOWEVER, it does not unlock when it is...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-06-2015, 06:27 AM
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29
How to find dimensions / measurements / specifications?
Views:
2,745
Posted By
JessieJanet
Scamp & big owners
Our Scamp is an '84. We picked Mae West up this summer in Kentucky, knowing nothing about Fiberglass RV's. We loved the idea of pulling her with our 4cyl '88 toyota. Alas, my husband only wanted to...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-05-2015, 08:29 PM
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29
How to find dimensions / measurements / specifications?
Views:
2,745
Posted By
JessieJanet
since it will usually be just my husband and me,...
since it will usually be just my husband and me, our 19' Scamp upper queen bed has been turned 'sideways' using the top bunk opened, and adding an extra 4" foam cut to fit the curves, extending the...
Forum:
General Chat
07-05-2015, 08:09 PM
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5
Geology
Views:
1,088
Posted By
JessieJanet
geology & diamonds
That diamond made big news around Arkansas-area!
We have a book called Roadside Geology of Missouri, but I guess I did not put it away it when we returned, so located it here:
Robot Check...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-04-2015, 08:03 PM
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8
Just bought used and need maintenance/restoration suggestions
Views:
1,914
Posted By
JessieJanet
oxidized exterior
We decided while the interior was being replumbed, and rewired, to begin work on the exterior of our '84 19' Scamp. I mentioned to our techi-friend, who is an all-around smart guy, that Barkeepers...
Forum:
General Chat
07-03-2015, 09:45 AM
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3
Allure Flooring in my 83 Scamp-16
Views:
2,093
Posted By
JessieJanet
flooring
Thank you for sharing! Love the look of the pine! We have some left-over flooring from a basement remodel. It is floating panels. Not sure we have enough to do the whole floor, and they now only sell...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
06-29-2015, 09:57 AM
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22
LED's require correct polarity
Views:
4,801
Posted By
JessieJanet
yes! the techie-guy who does our work found the...
yes! the techie-guy who does our work found the polarity was wrong in two instances in our 1984 Scamp 5th Wheel.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-17-2015, 07:05 PM
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9
5th hitch Scamp on Toyota Tundra
Views:
2,400
Posted By
JessieJanet
I called Scamp and only got the Vox mail. They...
I called Scamp and only got the Vox mail. They never returned my call, and we don't have time to make a trip there hoping they can help us! Where in Montana, Cyndi? I have newly-found family around...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-17-2015, 04:31 PM
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9
5th hitch Scamp on Toyota Tundra
Views:
2,400
Posted By
JessieJanet
Thank you all for the input! I did not receive...
Thank you all for the input! I did not receive many of them until I got on the laptop today.
We have our rig home! I am having difficulty using the FG forum on my mobile device, not sure why. I...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-09-2015, 09:28 PM
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9
5th hitch Scamp on Toyota Tundra
Views:
2,400
Posted By
JessieJanet
raising Scamp or lowering the truck
Hmm, had not thought about lowering the truck :cool:. That might be the easiest, and it IS quite high off the ground. Himself is snoozing in his easy chair :zz, but in the morning I will make that...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-09-2015, 08:23 PM
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9
5th hitch Scamp on Toyota Tundra
Views:
2,400
Posted By
JessieJanet
5th hitch Scamp on Toyota Tundra
Hope there is an easy solution. A call in to Scamp only got VOX, so left a message.
The bed sides are quite a bit taller than our small 4cyl, 1988 toyota, AND around here, they know nothing of FG...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-31-2015, 07:30 AM
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23
Hi I am
Views:
2,275
Posted By
JessieJanet
Hi! I am Jessie.
My husband Carl, and I bought a used 19'Scamp 5th wheel last month (1984, I think)!
We pulled it home from KY, and a short trip last week, with our 4 cyl. 1988 Toyota, which is one reason we chose a...
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