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Forum: General Chat 02-06-2023, 03:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 978
Posted By Governor Bud
This is the phony link

https://anopisthographically.com/threads/inspection-on-this-site/
Forum: General Chat 02-06-2023, 02:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 978
Posted By Governor Bud
Beware MLNAuctslist - SCAM

I got a call from a non member about reviews posted via Fiberglass rv for the legitimacy of a website called mlnauctions see screen shot
i did not created this review or post!!! somehow someone...
Forum: Classified Archives 05-12-2022, 12:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 953
Posted By Governor Bud
As the ad formatting does not allow for...

As the ad formatting does not allow for 'Bethlehem, New Hampshire', it is listed as Concord. Actually located in Bethlehem, New Hampshire where I am de-winterizing and prepping for spring/summer.
Forum: Classified Archives 05-12-2022, 12:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 953
Posted By Governor Bud
2005 BIGFOOT 2500 21 FB - New Hampshire

Since our plans are to move, I am selling our beloved 2005 Bigfoot 21 thus we are sadly parting with our wonderful trailer.

The Bigfoot comes with the preferred option package and is in excellent...
Forum: General Chat 04-16-2022, 04:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,699
Posted By Governor Bud
See the USA one trip idea

When our daughter was near that age, we took a X-country trip from California to New England via the northern route Hwy 90. At that time we had a Toyota Tundra with a 4 wheel truck camper. Had just...
Forum: General Chat 04-08-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,187
Posted By Governor Bud
Hi Hank,Thanks for your interest. Please give me...

Hi Hank,Thanks for your interest. Please give me a call/email to discuss further. Thanks, Jeff Hoffman 9Personal contact info deleted by site team)
Forum: General Chat 04-03-2022, 03:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,187
Posted By Governor Bud
Moving without beloved Bigfoot trailer

Hi All,

Since our plan is to move down south this summer, we will be selling our beloved 2005 Bigfoot 21 during April/May. All options and in excellent condition. Little travel as we've been...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-04-2022, 12:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,510
Posted By Governor Bud
FLW Home

Great info, thanks Patricia. Big Fans of his work, will visit when we do get south which now looks like late spring/summer.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-18-2021, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,115
Posted By Governor Bud
Winter Camping

I'm on second season using my Bigfoot 21 throughout winter here in NH. I'd agree with Jon about Bigfoot's 4 season capability. I have an oil filled radiator running off 110 keeping the interior at 60...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-10-2021, 09:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,352
Posted By Governor Bud
Trailer setup for RAM

In researching further, the selection for the RAM/Bigfoot combo appears to be light electric.
When would one use the other modes?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-09-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,352
Posted By Governor Bud
trailer brake setting in tow vehicle

Bigfoot 21 owners and others….

in my ram 1500 trailer control there is a choice in the trailer brake type functions between light or heavy electric, light or heavy Electric over hydraulic.
What...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-25-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,510
Posted By Governor Bud
alabama bound

Thanx much all of you for the leads.
Looking forward to heading south in November especially Mobile
After leaf peeping season up north which should be great in the White Mts in about two weeks.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-05-2021, 01:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,510
Posted By Governor Bud
Alabama Camping This Fall/Winter

Any of our members have thoughts/experience camping in Alabama? Of particular interest is on a lake near Birmingham. Willing to try out different locations with the goal of finding a seasonal...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-19-2021, 05:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,477
Posted By Governor Bud
Early Oct is beginning of leaf-peeping here in...

Early Oct is beginning of leaf-peeping here in NH. Should any Canadians make it to New England at that time I’d like to recommend north of the notch (Franconia Notch, rts 93 and 3 south of Quebec)...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-18-2021, 01:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,477
Posted By Governor Bud
Oh Canada

Thanks Herbeeking for weighing in.



Due to health reasons two members of our family cannot be vaccinated. We have tested negative as required by a wedding venue in upstate NY.


Sad that as...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-18-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,477
Posted By Governor Bud
CROSS THE BORDER

See Canada app,
Use ArriveCAN to enter Canada

fill out this app, its got all the info and requirements.

Easier by air but one still needs a car. I prefer to cross via car and camper.

Due...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 08-14-2021, 06:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,456
Posted By Governor Bud
Canada Update 8/12

I called Canada Customs yesterday.



We are dual citizens so call the hotline and check
customs canada site as the rules are changling for Americans and then others entering Canada.


Until...
Forum: Money Matters 07-20-2021, 06:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,002
Posted By Governor Bud
as we used to say in the biz good, fast or...

as we used to say
in the biz
good, fast or cheap
pick two
Forum: General Chat 07-11-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,004
Posted By Governor Bud
Trillium in Excellent Condition Sold for Fair Price

A lovely couple drove a long way to purchase our beloved Trillium as they were downsizing from their 21. 13footers are perfect for most travelers staying a campgrounds where there are washrooms. If...
Forum: General Chat 07-09-2021, 08:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,004
Posted By Governor Bud
Many are coming to the fresh air party, never...

Many are coming to the fresh air party, never having grown up with tent camping; owners of suvs are intrigued by family outings after spending so much time at home in the last year with spouse, kids...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-08-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,484
Posted By Governor Bud
AC solutions for small lightweight campers

Since we are almost always connected to shore power,
In winter I use
an inexpensive home depot radiator heater keeping camper at 60. In summer this is a good way to go without having permanent...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-01-2021, 02:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,516
Posted By Governor Bud
Porta potty is under the front dinette. This size...

Porta potty is under the front dinette. This size trailer is really too small for a bath
Forum: General Chat 07-01-2021, 08:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 551
Posted By Governor Bud
location posting of trailer NG

regarding my ad posting I cannot get the ad to list actual location of Witefield, NH
Only Concord or Manchester.
Programming? Software?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-22-2021, 05:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,008
Posted By Governor Bud
roof vent Trillium 1300

Thanks Thriftybill for weighing in
Just checked sizing and the frame measures 16” x 16”
with an inner measure of 12.5

Previous owner must have made the upgrade.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-22-2021, 08:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,008
Posted By Governor Bud
Trillium 1300 Roofvent

Hi
Looking into replacing the original roof vent with a 12vt or solar version. I would think with the wonderful jaloosie windows that a moving fan would help on these hot days. Anyone have...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 06-13-2021, 05:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,516
Posted By Governor Bud
1980 Trillium 1300 Deluxe

13 fiberglass camper trailer built in Ontario, Canada

2 burner propane stove

20 amp 110 volt plug

Inverter
Forum: Money Matters 06-02-2021, 11:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,002
Posted By Governor Bud
I've owned 5 fbg trailers 13-21 ' over the last...

I've owned 5 fbg trailers 13-21 ' over the last 15 years and each one took months to find. Here in NE they are rare as most seem to be in western BC and Ontario where they are made(Bigfoot's and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-29-2021, 07:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,943
Posted By Governor Bud
Coupler and axle

Thank you all for weighing in on these potential disasters. I never ran into this when we traveled with our Bigfoot 17 cross country many times... it's just with the trillium. In fact last summer...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-28-2021, 10:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,943
Posted By Governor Bud
axle and suspension

After winter storage in the driveway, Just brought my 1980 Trillium to her summer campground 120 miles north. Before the trip, mostly highway (65 mph max) Checked tires, pressures, lug nuts. looked...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-21-2021, 08:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,696
Posted By Governor Bud
tire pressures here in NE

ive been running 55, doing mainly highway. Over the winter while parked at the campground i ran 60 lbs. Wearing fine. Also just had the bearings packed. $350 at a local garage as I had no idea what...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-16-2021, 08:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 436
Posted By Governor Bud
SC Bound

Hi Patrick,

Thanks for invite for the Tea. Traveling this direction would not be first on the list for this New Englander but we are delivering our daughter to school at U of A in Alabama and...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-16-2021, 12:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 436
Posted By Governor Bud
South Carolina bound late summer

We are heading down in the Bigfoot south toward Georgetown SC and onto Tuscaloosa from New Hampshire in August. Any FGRVers along the way who would like to meet up?
Forum: General Chat 05-15-2021, 11:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,259
Posted By Governor Bud
airbnb for rvs

This is the second year we are listing our Trillium as there are few if any vintage trailers available for rent. Outdoorsy and Rvesy are the sites. Check out our listings as is a way to pay for...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-15-2021, 10:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,186
Posted By Governor Bud
clean n wax

fiberglass boat cleaner and wax
lambswool polisher
2x yr
keep it simple
Forum: General Chat 05-05-2021, 10:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By Governor Bud
Ive owned two 1990 bigfoots and a 1980 trillium...

Ive owned two 1990 bigfoots and a 1980 trillium as well as a four wheel camper. The Fiberglass trailers built in Canada have not leaked and we did use them in Winter in Vancouver and New Hampshire. I...
Forum: General Chat 05-05-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,685
Posted By Governor Bud
Considering size and Weight

See The Trillium 1300, Bigfoot 13, as well made, well designed lightweight insulated trailers that hold their value. THe Trillium weighs close to 1000 lbs, easy to tow with almost any vehicle and at...
Forum: General Chat 04-29-2021, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By Governor Bud
tech

magically its been fixed glen
thank you mystery it person
Forum: General Chat 04-29-2021, 01:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By Governor Bud
Tech Support

How does one choose a banner or lead photo for a classified ad? Mine is using a photo of a speaker. Many requests to answer this are unanswered. Can someone please explain how to choose the photo?
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-27-2021, 05:05 PM
Replies: 7
Wanted: 3 way fridge
Views: 741
Posted By Governor Bud
fridge alternative

we replaced with 75$ walmart dorm fridge
we use 110; in campgrounds and jackery powerpack on road
good solution for us
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-18-2021, 11:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,090
Posted By Governor Bud
Bigfoot 21 Safe Towing

3500 lbs is possible but not safe for the six cylinder 4 Runner,



A 2000 Toyota 4Runner has a towing capacity of 3,500 to 5,000 lbs., with a payload of 1,275 to 1,810 pounds. The engine...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-15-2021, 09:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,090
Posted By Governor Bud
Tow Vehicle Needed

Tow Vehicle needed



Looking for reliable person with a 3/4 ton PU, or Tundra to tow my 21' Bigfoot Camper from my friends property in Center Harbor to Whitefield on May...
Forum: General Chat 04-09-2021, 10:24 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,595
Posted By Governor Bud
Fiberglass Eggs

Current owner of 13' Trillium and 21' Bigfoot. Former owner of tent trailers and truck campers. I am convinced that the insuation, set to go immediately, safety, lightweight and that they hold their...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 03-03-2021, 11:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,655
Posted By Governor Bud
NH Camping is best

Great 2020 season...continuing through the winter. In the Trillium and the Bigfoot. No hassels or hysteria. Fresh air and sun. No Karens in sight.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-03-2021, 11:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,931
Posted By Governor Bud
Trillium 1300 great FG trailer

Agree with Thrifty Bill overall. I'll bet ours is worth in neighborhood of $13,000. Insured for same. It's a 1980. Is in Excellent condition. Has Fridge and Heater. New Tires. New Propane Tank and...
Forum: General Chat 02-27-2021, 12:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 788
Posted By Governor Bud
Shoulder season suggestions

I have my trailer at a seasonal campground in NH which closes early April Til Mid may. Problem is where to move the camper—-where to park for the month until it’s moved to the summer seasonal which...
Forum: General Chat 02-27-2021, 11:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,723
Posted By Governor Bud
Tow Vehicle works for us

Our 2000 toyota 4 4x4 4 runner w 190k miles has worked beautifully towing the 1980 13’ Trillum at 1200lbs. No need for anything more. Reliable, 14 mpg on regular. Florida car= no rust. Bottom line is...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-22-2021, 04:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,169
Posted By Governor Bud
Rally

Love to be there with my Trillium
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-20-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,169
Posted By Governor Bud
Learn about Trillium 13 and Bigfoot 21 in NH

I'd like to mention to our members and newbies that our 1980 Trillium 13, "BeeMarv"---currently in winter storage outside Manchester--- NH will be moved back to her home in Whitefield, NH in May....
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 02-12-2021, 09:13 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 27,172
Posted By Governor Bud
Winter camping=Quiet and clean air..away from the hysteria

Fortunate to have shore power so we keep the Bigfoot at 60 with one 'radiator' type heater drawing 7 amps. When we arrive we add the 8 amp small forced hot air heat. This allows to save the propane...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-02-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,760
Posted By Governor Bud
M4p. LED replacements

From the expertise of Charles, fellow Bigfoot 21 owner, I ordered a dozen leds from MP4. Majority are natural white for dining table, galley and outside. Warm white above bed. Will shoot pix after i...
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