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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-06-2024, 04:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 913
Posted By frthompson
Check out this site for some good recommendations...

Check out this site for some good recommendations on what lithium batteries to buy as well as other solar equipment: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/lithium-batteries.html
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-27-2023, 11:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,122
Posted By frthompson
There are converters designed to use with Lithium...

There are converters designed to use with Lithium batteries. One is made by Progressive Dynamics Suggest you check out this supplier and talk to Randy https://www.bestconverter.com/ . Or if you...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-15-2022, 07:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,406
Posted By frthompson
For top of the line I would get the Victron...

For top of the line I would get the Victron SmartSolar Bluetooth MPPT Solar Charge Controller, for that numer of panels youwould want the 100/50 model. It allows bluetooth monitoring, the charge...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-01-2022, 08:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,450
Posted By frthompson
I prefer to have a simple manual disconnect that...

I prefer to have a simple manual disconnect that disconnects all loads from the battery so you can be sure their are no parasitic loads to drain your battery when your trailer is not in use (the KISS...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 11-19-2022, 07:36 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,567
Posted By frthompson
What rally is this?

What rally is this?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-11-2022, 07:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,402
Posted By frthompson
Circuit breakers are usually sized to be 1.2 or...

Circuit breakers are usually sized to be 1.2 or 1.25 times the the expected load and rating of wire they are protecting. So if you are using 6 AWG wire for a 60A load you might use a 75 amp breaker.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-19-2022, 12:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,212
Posted By frthompson
Yes terminology will get you every time. I was...

Yes terminology will get you every time. I was suggesting all the OP needs is a slightly longer shank or drawbar like the first attached photo. I believe that is a better solution than what I call...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-18-2022, 07:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,212
Posted By frthompson
Yes you want to keep the trailer as close to your...

Yes you want to keep the trailer as close to your rear axle as possible for best handling but using a 1-2 " longer shank will likely have minimal effect. I went to a 12 inch shank from a 10 inch...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2022, 08:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,001
Posted By frthompson
A picture would help--

A picture would help--
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-07-2022, 06:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,361
Posted By frthompson
If its just for a few seconds or even a little...

If its just for a few seconds or even a little longer thats normal, it runs till it reaches a certain water pressure.--Frank
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-27-2022, 08:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 571
Posted By frthompson
That "fiberglass box" is in fact your black tank....

That "fiberglass box" is in fact your black tank. It should be connected to a 3 inch drain underneath with a typical blade style valve and bayonet attachment for a drain hose. These small trailers...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-19-2022, 09:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 810
Posted By frthompson
Disconnect the propane line and take any screws...

Disconnect the propane line and take any screws out on the front side that screw into the cabinet face. Then it should just slide out. Don't need do anything to the outside exhaust plate--the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-12-2022, 09:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,031
Posted By frthompson
I suggest what's depicted below for inside...

I suggest what's depicted below for inside cabinets-- higher r-value than reflectix and probably rat fur. Available online from Amazon and Walmart. I just ordered some for inside cabinets in my...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-07-2022, 08:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 863
Posted By frthompson
OK, I see your point, the water will seek the...

OK, I see your point, the water will seek the same level in the tank and in the pipe, thanks-- Frank
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-07-2022, 10:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 863
Posted By frthompson
Greywater plumbing to tank on Burro

Does this plumbing to my greywater tank on my 1990 Burro make sense to anyone? Both the water entering from the shower and sink, and the water exiting to the the greywater drain valve, are connected...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-31-2022, 08:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,013
Posted By frthompson
I am confident at this point that a previous...

I am confident at this point that a previous owner had the shell off at some point and replaced the axle, which could have resulted in the current situation. Burrito I am very interested in hearing...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-20-2022, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,013
Posted By frthompson
Burro not centered on frame and axle?

I just acquired a 1990 17 ft Burro and I am assessing what work I need to due and what has been done to it by previous owners. I am thinking of lifting it a couple of inches for more clearance and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-12-2022, 10:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,956
Posted By frthompson
Thanks for the reply's. Just seems like a bad...

Thanks for the reply's. Just seems like a bad design in the Scamp to require a pump just for that purpose and also susceptible to damage and freezing.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-12-2022, 09:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,956
Posted By frthompson
Casita shower drain

I know Scamps with a front bath use a pump to transfer water from the shower drain to the graywater tank because of the dropped floor in the shower. Do front bath model Casita's also use a pump?
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-02-2022, 10:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,109
Posted By frthompson
OK, that all makes sense, yes its the shower...

OK, that all makes sense, yes its the shower drain on a front bath model--thanks for the replies.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 02-02-2022, 09:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,109
Posted By frthompson
Water pump location Scamp

Is the normal position for the water pump on a Scamp under the water tank, which is under the trailer, as shown in this picture? Seems like vulnerable place to put it.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-17-2022, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,172
Posted By frthompson
I agree with the consensus on this post on the...

I agree with the consensus on this post on the superiority of a Bigfoot for winter camping, but have you tried to find a used 17 ft Bigfoot in the US lately? I'm interested in some mods to a Casita...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-17-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 40,101
Posted By frthompson
I just found this old thread. I'm interested how...

I just found this old thread. I'm interested how you attached the plywood to the wall? Did you glue furring strips to the fiberglass then glue and screw the plywood to the furring strips?
Forum: Money Matters 11-09-2021, 08:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,047
Posted By frthompson
Price for a new 25" Bigfoot

We are considering Bigfoot trailers and are very interested in purchase prices for new trailers versus lightly used ones in the classifieds. If you recently bought or have one on order are you...
Forum: Money Matters 03-08-2016, 07:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,322
Posted By frthompson
Reasonable discount on new Bigfoot?

We are looking for a 25' trailer and are considering Bigfoot trailers. Anyone out there know what kind of discount from list price we should be able to negotiate with dealers? Based on Airforums I...
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