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Hi, I am....
03-12-2018, 09:51 AM
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New in Washington
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immrbill
I'm Eastern Washington I have 80 Boler.
I'm Eastern Washington I have 80 Boler.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-20-2017, 04:47 PM
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camping Checklist
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immrbill
camping Checklist
I have a 1980 13 ft. Boler no bathroom. I am looking for ideas for a checklist of what to take when hitting the road.
I know there are lots of lists on internet but I think our little...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-28-2017, 08:44 PM
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Should i hook up 7 pin
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Posted By
immrbill
Thanks Dave
Thanks Dave
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-28-2017, 08:43 PM
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Should i hook up 7 pin
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immrbill
No backup lights, Did have Deep Cell Battery and...
No backup lights, Did have Deep Cell Battery and I think Brakes. This picture is a backing plate on the wheel so looks like brakes. Trailer had 7 pin.
I've been using it with a 4 pin so I may...
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General Chat
07-28-2017, 06:25 PM
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New to me tow rig
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immrbill
New to me tow rig
1997 GMC Sierra 79,000 miles109544
109545
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-28-2017, 06:14 PM
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Should i hook up 7 pin
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1,442
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immrbill
Should i hook up 7 pin
Please bear with me this is long. I have a 1980 Boler 13ft that had a 7 pin when I went too look at it. When I went to pick it up my truck had a 4 pin. so a 4 pin pigtail was added to the wiring so I...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-15-2017, 03:18 PM
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Two different wheels
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immrbill
Two different wheels
Doing maintenance today and discovered 2 different wheels. 1 has 3 hubcap lugs the other has 4' These are 185 80 R13 on an 80 Boler.
What other wheels will fit
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General Chat
05-01-2017, 09:18 AM
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1 st time using the boler
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2,291
Posted By
immrbill
Really cool. Older Coleman stuff is what I use in...
Really cool. Older Coleman stuff is what I use in my Boler
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-21-2017, 10:04 AM
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Same old boler door fit
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Posted By
immrbill
1980 Boler
Same door problem here. New hinges. Have tried many times to adjust
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-09-2017, 07:31 PM
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Tow Vehicle & Trailer combos - POST INFO
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Posted By
immrbill
How much drop
My tow rig is a 97 GMC Sierra 4WD. I tow a 1980 13ft Boler. Is there a formula for figuring out how much drop is right for my setup. I now have 2inch drop.
Wanting to hook it up and head out of...
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Hi, I am....
04-01-2017, 11:43 AM
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Newbie from Washinton
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Posted By
immrbill
Welcome
Welcome from another Washingtonian(East side)with 1980 Boler
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-25-2017, 07:21 PM
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New hinge install
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1,285
Posted By
immrbill
Thanks I'll give that Hole Saw a try.
Thanks I'll give that Hole Saw a try.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-25-2017, 02:16 PM
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New hinge install
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1,285
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immrbill
New hinge install
Installed new hinge kit but discovered the top hinge where it mounts to the body is loose. 104290
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I would have to tear out some of the interior spray on to tighten them
Any ideas on how...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-21-2017, 03:41 PM
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1980 Boler Door Lock
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immrbill
1980 Boler Door Lock
How can I tell what model Bergman Lock my Boler has
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-07-2017, 01:32 PM
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96 Ranger V-6 3.0 extenbded cab (not splash)
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Posted By
immrbill
I own 96 Ranger 4.0 Extended cab Automatic 4...
I own 96 Ranger 4.0 Extended cab Automatic 4 Wheel Drive with 94,000 miles. I tow a 13 ft 1980 Boler and that is the most I would pull. It will tow it but it is a slug.
Flat ground is ok but...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-02-2017, 11:28 AM
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96 Ford Ranger extended cab V6 and Escape 5.0?
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Posted By
immrbill
I own a 96 Ranger 4.0 Automatic XCab 4wd. Truck...
I own a 96 Ranger 4.0 Automatic XCab 4wd. Truck now has 94,000 miles. I pull a 13 ft Boler and think the Ranger is just adequate. It will pull but in my case I wouldn't go much more.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
02-09-2017, 01:08 PM
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Boler roof strength?
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Posted By
immrbill
I don't know the model number but the brand is...
I don't know the model number but the brand is PLA COOL
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
02-09-2017, 12:33 PM
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Boler roof strength?
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Posted By
immrbill
I am not sure I bought the Boler that way....
I am not sure I bought the Boler that way. Whoever did it did a good job.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
02-09-2017, 12:19 PM
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Boler roof strength?
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Posted By
immrbill
My 80 Boler has roof AC
My 80 Boler has roof AC
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-12-2016, 09:17 AM
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Towing feedback needed from Casita & Scamp owners. The sooner the pretty please :-)
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Posted By
immrbill
I tow a 13ft Boler ,without bathroom, with a 96...
I tow a 13ft Boler ,without bathroom, with a 96 Ford Ranger 4.0 V6 Automatic , Tow Package and even my V6 Ranger struggles on hills.
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Money Matters
10-06-2016, 07:03 PM
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Washington State one time registration.
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25,561
Posted By
immrbill
Thanks good info here. I live over in Whitman...
Thanks good info here. I live over in Whitman county and have an 80 Boler that is 67$ per year currently
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-18-2016, 06:59 PM
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Boler Wheels
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1,094
Posted By
immrbill
Boler Wheels
1980 13ft Boler with 13 inch wheels. Wanted to put on some dish hubcaps and discovered I have two different types of wheels. One has 3 hubcap nubs the other has 4 nubs.
What other vehicle...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-02-2016, 08:42 AM
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Tire Air Pressure
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4,391
Posted By
immrbill
Yes ST Thank You
Yes ST Thank You
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-02-2016, 07:11 AM
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Tire Air Pressure
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4,391
Posted By
immrbill
Tire Air Pressure
Getting ready to take off for the Holiday. Doing a Boler walk around and checking tires. Brand new 185-80-13 tires. Tire shop aired them to 38 lbs. Tires say max 50 lbs cold.
Will be towing to...
Forum:
General Chat
01-16-2016, 08:21 PM
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12
I'm a loser
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1,812
Posted By
immrbill
I'm a loser
Man I hate losing stuff. Bought the new hinge kit, and we've been having snow and icy weather and now that I want to install the hinges, I can't find them. Probably with the Coleman lantern parts I...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
11-03-2015, 05:55 PM
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6
Hello I'm Jessica, a new Boler owner!
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4,998
Posted By
immrbill
Welcome from Washington State from a 1980 Boler...
Welcome from Washington State from a 1980 Boler owner
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-23-2015, 06:28 PM
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3
Removing Dustcaps
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961
Posted By
immrbill
Thank You. Getting ready to hit the road 1st week...
Thank You. Getting ready to hit the road 1st week of November and wanted to check wheel bearings
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-23-2015, 04:58 PM
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3
Removing Dustcaps
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961
Posted By
immrbill
Removing Dustcaps
Need to know how to remove the dust caps to check Bearing Grease on 80 Boler.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-20-2015, 08:55 AM
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19
Towing with a Kia Soul?
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5,217
Posted By
immrbill
I have a 2013 Soul 1.6 and no way would I try to...
I have a 2013 Soul 1.6 and no way would I try to tow my 13ft Boler with it.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-04-2015, 03:47 PM
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14
Need some advice about my 13' Boler
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2,525
Posted By
immrbill
I have a roof mounted PlaCool on my 80 13 footer...
I have a roof mounted PlaCool on my 80 13 footer Not hooked up, but looks like a professional install
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
09-20-2015, 09:29 PM
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108
OR |
2015, Oct 1-4: Fall NOG - Northern Oregon Gathering
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18,726
Posted By
immrbill
I'd like to go but I stink at backing up.:eek:
I'd like to go but I stink at backing up.:eek:
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-20-2015, 05:01 PM
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11
Tires for my Boler
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5,134
Posted By
immrbill
I got Ironman 6ply ST185-80 R13 on my 80 13 ft ...
I got Ironman 6ply ST185-80 R13 on my 80 13 ft Boler. I have done two trips for a total of about 800 miles and they ride very well and fit very well Just my opinion.
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-22-2015, 02:05 PM
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27
WA |
2016, May 20-22: 7th Anual Maryhill in May
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4,153
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immrbill
Rates
Does anyone know the rates at Maryhill. I couldn't find rates on website.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-09-2015, 06:15 PM
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3
7 way plug to 4 way plug back to 7 way plug
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2,759
Posted By
immrbill
7 way plug to 4 way plug back to 7 way plug
My Boler had a 7 way plug when I went to look at it and my Ranger p/u has a 4 way flat. When I picked up Boler the guy I bought it from had removed the 7 way and put on a 4 way so I could tow it...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-06-2015, 07:27 PM
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6
Boler Brakes do I need controller
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2,184
Posted By
immrbill
Thanks all I'll get on it. My Ranger has the tow...
Thanks all I'll get on it. My Ranger has the tow package and I wasn't familiar with a trailer with brakes.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-06-2015, 06:26 PM
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6
Boler Brakes do I need controller
Views:
2,184
Posted By
immrbill
Boler Brakes do I need controller
Discovered my 1980 Boler has trailer brakes. My tow vehicle is a 96 Ford Ranger 4.0 4wd Automatic. Few real steep hills here in the Wheat country of SE Washington state, but we will venture out more...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-05-2015, 09:20 AM
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3
Ignorance was bliss-80 Boler
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1,340
Posted By
immrbill
Thanks
Thanks
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-04-2015, 06:45 PM
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3
Ignorance was bliss-80 Boler
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1,340
Posted By
immrbill
Ignorance was bliss-80 Boler
I am getting new tires for my Boler on Thursday, I will be pulling off the current wheels and tires and having new tires put on the wheels.
I was fine till I read the answers on this forum...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-04-2015, 06:22 PM
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6
907 KG-1980 Boler weight
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2,231
Posted By
immrbill
Thanks Ian. I've never owned a trailer like this...
Thanks Ian. I've never owned a trailer like this before so I appreciate the input.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-04-2015, 05:18 PM
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9
painting popcorn insulation of boler?
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2,894
Posted By
immrbill
Just did my 1980 Boler last week. Washed the...
Just did my 1980 Boler last week. Washed the inside down with TSP, let it dry and painted it. Used latex paint with a fluffy roller on the popcorn and a brush on all the trim.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-04-2015, 05:14 PM
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907 KG-1980 Boler weight
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2,231
Posted By
immrbill
907 KG-1980 Boler weight
The spec sheet in my 1980 Boler says gross weight is 907 KG. The conversion chart I found states 1999.6 lbs.
Does a Boler really weigh a ton
Forum:
General Chat
07-31-2015, 03:30 PM
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108
Air Conditioning a MUST?
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17,099
Posted By
immrbill
I have a PlaCool ceiling mount in my Boler but it...
I have a PlaCool ceiling mount in my Boler but it is not hooked up. I'd love to have it working but probably a PITA
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-11-2015, 07:30 PM
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1
Drop in Cooktop
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1,391
Posted By
immrbill
Drop in Cooktop
Suburban 2937AST 2-Burner Stainless Cooktop VS Atwood 56492. Either will fit my 80 Boler. The Suburban has mediocre ratings while the Atwood ratings are much better, but say there are parts not...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-11-2015, 01:31 PM
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2
80 Boler drop in Range top
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1,260
Posted By
immrbill
Thank You This is what I was looking for.
Thank You This is what I was looking for.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-11-2015, 10:35 AM
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2
80 Boler drop in Range top
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1,260
Posted By
immrbill
80 Boler drop in Range top
I currently have a Travler 302-20 Drop in Gas Cooktop and need to know if anyone has found a suitable drop in replacement.
Thanks
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-24-2015, 03:43 PM
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3
Stabilizer Jacks
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1,613
Posted By
immrbill
How would these install on a Boler.
How would these install on a Boler.
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-24-2015, 01:44 PM
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3
Stabilizer Jacks
Views:
1,613
Posted By
immrbill
Stabilizer Jacks
What are best Stabilizer Jacks for 1980 Boler. The ones that came with the Boler are Jack Stands for a car.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-22-2015, 06:11 PM
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Carlisle tires
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1,550
Posted By
immrbill
Carlisle tires
Having never owned a trailer before I have a question. 1980 Boler Carlisle ST175-80-R13 tires. Sidewall states 50 PSI cold. When I brought the Boler home the tires were inflated to 35 lbs
Is...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-21-2015, 07:52 PM
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Tow Vehicle & Trailer combos - POST INFO
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88,270
Posted By
immrbill
1996 Ford Ranger 4.0 4wd Automatic 1980 Boler...
1996 Ford Ranger 4.0 4wd Automatic
1980 Boler 13 ft
15 mpg not towing
12 mpg towing
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-21-2015, 01:15 PM
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Boler Fridge
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1,319
Posted By
immrbill
Thanks Bob
Thanks Bob
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