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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-24-2022, 03:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,273
Posted By ninklink
I had same problem Reseal window frame with...

I had same problem
Reseal window frame with butyl caulking
Not hard to do
Buy white Camcorder rain gutter comes in a roll and put up and over the window gram and down the other side to bottom of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-28-2022, 07:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 412
Posted By ninklink
Contact Bigfoot Parts Dept

Contact Grant at Bigfoot Industries for correct sizing of screws. I think it's parts@bigfootrv.com or try calling them 250-546-2155
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-03-2020, 11:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,444
Posted By ninklink
2018-2020 Pathfinder Tow Vehicle

We tow our 21' Bigfoot trailer with a 2018 Pathfinder with 6000' tow rating with no issues. Make sure you have proper hitch set up and anti sway bar and brake controller and you're good to go. Hills...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-02-2020, 10:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,077
Posted By ninklink
Get-away RV Abbotsford BC

Not sure how far you are from Sumas WA but getaway RV is just across the border. They have a great RV shop and are Bigfoot dealers.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 09-04-2019, 11:09 AM
Replies: 1
For Sale: Aluminum wheels 4
Views: 880
Posted By ninklink
Where are you located?

Interested in your wheels. I'm in BC near Sumas WA.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 08-31-2019, 05:59 PM
Replies: 2
For Sale: 2006 Toyota Tacoma
Views: 1,227
Posted By ninklink
Pacific Northwest

Hi there. If you were planning a trip up this way I would consider buying your truck. New Mexico is too far away for Me. Let me know. Email is best stojantninkovic@gmail.com
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-08-2019, 10:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,543
Posted By ninklink
Happy with Nissan Pathfinder

I almost bought the new atlas but the Pathfinder for 2018 upped tow cap to 6000# and the trade in deal was way better with Nissan than VW. I can use my WDH with Nissan but did not know VW does not...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-07-2019, 11:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,693
Posted By ninklink
cape breton

We camped on Ingonish Beach on the Atlantic Ocean side of the Cabot Trail and found a washed up lobster trap we carried home as a souvenir. Further up at Cape St Lawrence we found Catholic Church...
Forum: General Chat 07-06-2019, 09:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,366
Posted By ninklink
My thoughts on Bigfoot

Our first FG trailer was a Bigfoot 17.5’ that worked great until 3 grandkids wanted to join us camping. i bought it for $15,000cdn and sold it for $25,000cdn to the first caller who had been looking...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-04-2019, 12:11 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,834
Posted By ninklink
Never weighed it but its a good idea. I will post...

Never weighed it but its a good idea. I will post when i know.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-03-2019, 07:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,834
Posted By ninklink
Towing 21’ Bigfoot with 2018 pathfinder

We moved up from a 17.5 BG towing with a 2016 Pathfinder that had a 5000lb capacity to a 21’ Bigfoot and a new 2018 Pathfinder that has a 6000lb cap. We tow it Auto 4x4 setting. Yes its slower on the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-30-2019, 10:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,033
Posted By ninklink
Consider Nissan Pathfinder 6000lb tow cap

We bought a new 2018 Pathfinder and tow a 21’ Bigfoot. We’ve been happy with the arrangement so far even though the steep hills tend to slow us down. The 2018 and newer boosted tow capacity to...
Forum: General Chat 02-22-2019, 12:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,941
Posted By ninklink
Buying new bigfoot TT in British Columbia - the home of Bigfoot

All you American cousins forget that Canada lies to the north of you and British Columbia is where Bigfoots are made. How would you like a 35% discount on your US dollar? Actually today its 34%. A...
Forum: Classified Archives 02-12-2019, 06:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,864
Posted By ninklink
BC Bigfoot 21'

My wife and I would like to do a circle tour of the USA head south down I-5 (from British Columbia) then across the south to Florida then up to Charlotte NC in July. If you're still interested by...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 12-27-2018, 09:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,428
Posted By ninklink
BC Gov Camping Info

Non private campgrounds managed by BC Government can be found here. All the info you need is also here:
emu.gov.bc.ca

Again if you need to break in your trailer close to the factory and want to...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 12-27-2018, 02:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,428
Posted By ninklink
Yup ferry is to Comox

Glen is right on.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 12-27-2018, 12:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,428
Posted By ninklink
Camping and visiting BC crossing at Sumas WA

OK since you asked for a little direction I will offer up some of our real life experiences as I have a bit of time to write this holiday. You will be picking up your Escape either in Chilliwack BC...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 12-26-2018, 02:41 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 26,537
Posted By ninklink
Thank you for your insights and advice

Some excellent tools given here on how to plan our trip and find quality campgrounds on a limited budget. Part of the fun is the preparation and planning. Thanks to all who participated! Keep the...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 12-23-2018, 02:55 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 26,537
Posted By ninklink
planning around USA trip with Bigfoot

I'm planning to retire in Spring 2019. I'd like to travel down the west coast across the southern states to Florida then up the east Coast to Charleston Carolina then across to Poplar Bluff Missouri...
Forum: General Chat 10-01-2018, 12:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,770
Posted By ninklink
Westies

I’ve owned over 15 of these vans from 70 to 2003. Everyone has their quirks but the strongest emotional appeal for me is the 75 to 79 type 2 van. Its classic styling and fuel injection made a nice...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-29-2018, 11:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,304
Posted By ninklink
Bigfoot bed conversion project

The Thiessen brothers at GetAwayRV in Abbotsford BC are not only Bigfoot dealers but they have a nice shop to do those mods. With a 30% discount on your US dollar you should do well. Rent our suite...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-29-2018, 12:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,465
Posted By ninklink
We did the same move up with a Bigfoot

We owned a nice 2008 Bigfoot 17.5 with rear bed but discovered it too small for us and 3 grandkids who wanted to camp. I sold it to the first buyer who had been looking for this BG for 2 years, and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-14-2017, 10:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,510
Posted By ninklink
I bought new a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder thinking it...

I bought new a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder thinking it would tow our 21' Bigfoot nicely. The 5000# tow rating was a draw as were the 7 leather seats. On the flats it does tow nicely. With the equalizers...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-14-2017, 10:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,993
Posted By ninklink
Batteries not holding charge

We have 2 interstate deep cycle batteries but they seem to go down too fast while boondocking recently. I left my wife and dog at Kilby Campsite on the Harrison River in BC while I had to work. Got a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-10-2017, 06:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,149
Posted By ninklink
wind proofing trailer

I have a covered car port that I store my camper under over the winter but I'm pretty sure it will not survive a 100mph wind. I have asphalt as a base. I might have to drill tapcons into concrete...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-10-2017, 03:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,149
Posted By ninklink
wind proofing trailer

I'm not sure this topic has come up. With the rounded shape of our FG egg campers you would think they would allow the wind to flow over them smoothly. I'm wondering about anchoring them down. If we...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2017, 03:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,110
Posted By ninklink
shower head pathetic flow

We have the 21' bigfoot trailer with stand up shower. I find the water flow through the wand is pathetic. Has anyone come up with a better flowing head? Just wondering what's out there.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-03-2017, 11:27 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 43,658
Posted By ninklink
Go Big or go home ...I mean Bigfoot

we all have biases and those that say they don't have any are trying to sell you something. We've enjoyed the Bigfoot trailer first as the 17.5' single axle and now the 21' dual axle. The small 17.5...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-12-2017, 09:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,628
Posted By ninklink
Trillium TT in BC

I've seen this trailer up close and it is very clean and a 9 out of 10. If I didn't already have a Bigfoot I would buy it. Americans have a 35% discount due to the exchange rate and it's super easy...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-05-2017, 10:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,974
Posted By ninklink
We bought a new Nissan Pathfinder with 6000lb to...

We bought a new Nissan Pathfinder with 6000lb to cap. I mounted a small USB fan to our dog cage to the power plug in the back. It has a roof rack for our 2 kayaks and we tow our 21' bigfoot TT fine...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-02-2017, 01:10 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 43,658
Posted By ninklink
Buy a 17.5" bigfoot in BC Canada

Your American dollar buys $1.36 Canadian. Why would you forgo a 36% discount on arguably the best FG trailer made in North America? Bigfoots are currently built in Armstrong BC and there are a number...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-10-2017, 10:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,134
Posted By ninklink
Buy in canada and you save 36% right off the bat....

Buy in canada and you save 36% right off the bat. Dollar exchange. Talk is canadian dollar going to 50cents vs us dollar. This is why our pick up trucks are all being shipped to the usa duty free!...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-02-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,486
Posted By ninklink
we have same Bigfoot trailer

We tow ours with a 2003 4runner V8 with no issues. I did have the brakes serviced by a local guy in abbotsford bc. If you're close by I can put you on to him.
Forum: General Chat 02-14-2017, 01:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,212
Posted By ninklink
Spring Trip down to LA and back from Bellingham WA

I'm looking for ideas of where to camp in our 25' Bigfoot on this coming roadtrip. Here's our stops : Portland, Redding, Paterson (SanJose) and end up at Laguna Beach. Then back.
Does anyone have...
Forum: General Chat 02-01-2017, 11:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,143
Posted By ninklink
watch turning on curbside

My only issue towing our 25' BF was not allowing enough room turning right against a curb and I put a serious gash in the sidewall of trailer tire that forced me to buy 2 new ones. Gotta take a wide...
Forum: General Chat 12-27-2016, 12:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,802
Posted By ninklink
How can we read your Musing on the Road book? Is...

How can we read your Musing on the Road book? Is it posted on the net or do you have a Blog going?
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-12-2016, 10:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,521
Posted By ninklink
Check geocell website the maker or Pro Flex RV...

Check geocell website the maker or Pro Flex RV cauking which is the best on the market for what you're planning. It states clearly that it will bond to frozen surface. Make sure it's been wiped clean...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-04-2016, 11:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,179
Posted By ninklink
After reviewing my mounting options I'm looking...

After reviewing my mounting options I'm looking for a mount that has a 24-27" articulating reach (2 arms) with 180 degree turn on the Vesa mounting plate and a low profile docking position. I will...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2016, 02:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,179
Posted By ninklink
Best place to mount a 24"tv in a 21' Bigfoot trailer RB

My trailer has the optional tv tucked into corner unit as you walk in on the left. Problem is laying in bed at rear you cannot see it. I'm thinking of an articulating arm mount that will allow us to...
Forum: General Chat 11-02-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,681
Posted By ninklink
If someone can post a link to armadillo that...

If someone can post a link to armadillo that would help my ignorance.
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-24-2016, 06:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,839
Posted By ninklink
I don't see pictures

I don't see pictures
Forum: General Chat 10-12-2016, 11:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,886
Posted By ninklink
lance vs bigfoot

I can only comment having owned 2 Lance truck campers and 2 Bigfoot trailers. I know I'm not comparing apples with apples but we do find the Bigfoot warmer inside, sturdier and it gives a secure...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-21-2016, 03:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,372
Posted By ninklink
We have had truck campers and then a 17.5'...

We have had truck campers and then a 17.5' bigfoot trailer that seemed like it would finally suit us perfectly. However we found the rear bed to squishy and hard to climb over each other to get out....
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-03-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,630
Posted By ninklink
Very nice little trailer Miro. I'm also Croatian...

Very nice little trailer Miro. I'm also Croatian born in Split. I'll be there this October. Use stainless steel wherever possible and give it a good German wax rub down for that strong sun we have...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-03-2016, 01:17 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,351
Posted By ninklink
Look at the Bigfoot 21' trailer

We hassled the same issue in our 2007 Bigfoot 17.5 then decided to sell it and finally located a 2002 Bigfoot 21'. The rear large bed works just great and best of all our 2015 Pathfinder pulls it...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-01-2016, 11:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,760
Posted By ninklink
Question about 21' Bigfoot weight of 3500lbs dry

Our 17.5' was 3100lbs dry so a 21' dual axle should weigh much more. If anyone knows the true dry weight please let me know.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-26-2016, 08:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,974
Posted By ninklink
We've owned 2 late model pathfinders as we change...

We've owned 2 late model pathfinders as we change up every year for a very low cost. We tow a heavy 17.5' bigfoot with no issue at all. The cooling and tranny are engineered for towing. Stay away...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-24-2016, 09:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,875
Posted By ninklink
If your tow vehicle rear end is sagging check out...

If your tow vehicle rear end is sagging check out Timbren SES load buddies. I've installed these on 2 different trucks and really work when the truck is loaded down.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-17-2016, 09:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,685
Posted By ninklink
If you have ever experienced a trailer sway where...

If you have ever experienced a trailer sway where the pendulum increased until the tires were burning rubber and your heart was in your throat you would immediately install the best anti sway bars...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-17-2016, 08:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,685
Posted By ninklink
Towing 17' bigfoot

We just sold our 2007 model. Found that towing with our 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is just fine. 5000lb tow rating. It is factory equipped with tow mode on the transmission. Just add a $100 brake...
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