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Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 10-01-2023, 04:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,220
Posted By Keith2000
If your kitchen sink has a filter under the...

If your kitchen sink has a filter under the counter it will struggle with antifreeze. Don’t ask how I know.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-01-2023, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,079
Posted By Keith2000
That’s an interesting product. Does it work...

That’s an interesting product. Does it work pretty well?

Also, I’ve never used screw clamps with PEX, but is it common to put plumbers tape on a pex fitting when using a screw clamp?

Thanks...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-03-2023, 08:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 455
Posted By Keith2000
Scamp used (uses?) acorn nuts on the interior of...

Scamp used (uses?) acorn nuts on the interior of their rivets to give the rivets something to bite into and to spread the load a bit. So, some of those may look like screws until you pop the caps...
Forum: General Chat 09-03-2023, 08:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,129
Posted By Keith2000
Fort Parker state park is about 50 miles south of...

Fort Parker state park is about 50 miles south of there, too. Nice big canopy of pines and a breeze off the lake.

I’m a big fan of Texas state parks. They are well run.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-23-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,615
Posted By Keith2000
Not exactly the same, but when we bought our...

Not exactly the same, but when we bought our Scamp it was 18 years old and smelt like it. We steam cleaned the rat fur with a handheld steam cleaner on a dry day. It dried out in a few days and has...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-08-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,995
Posted By Keith2000
Early June should be fine. Late June or early...

Early June should be fine. Late June or early July starts to get rough. Late July into August is very rough.

Take short days the first few days, Texas has good state parks with power at many...
Forum: General Chat 12-31-2022, 01:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,241
Posted By Keith2000
So, any progress? We have tried a few things...

So, any progress?

We have tried a few things and landed in a place that I feel is likely unique.

We started by making a platform out of our rear dinette and covering it with a rug and setting...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-24-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By Keith2000
I’d be very interested in those photos. ...

I’d be very interested in those photos.

Will send pm
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 11-24-2022, 09:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,646
Posted By Keith2000
One limitation is that you have to be fully self...

One limitation is that you have to be fully self sufficient. No hookups and no bathroom facilities should be expected.

If you’ve got that covered it may be nice. We haven’t tried it yet, but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-12-2022, 08:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,880
Posted By Keith2000
Another vote for oil filled electric heaters that...

Another vote for oil filled electric heaters that look like old radiators. They have very large surface areas, so the temp doesn’t get too high. Lower risk of igniting anything in the trailer.
Forum: General Chat 11-07-2022, 05:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,370
Posted By Keith2000
I never realized it was so heavily tied to the...

I never realized it was so heavily tied to the alcohol industry. I may have to take another look at getting a membership.
Forum: General Chat 11-07-2022, 08:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,323
Posted By Keith2000
I live in Texas but tow in New Mexico, Colorado,...

I live in Texas but tow in New Mexico, Colorado, and Wyoming to get away from Texas.

Here is what a jeep engineer thought of the ridgeline towing a much heavier load than you are discussing.
...
Forum: General Chat 11-06-2022, 07:17 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,370
Posted By Keith2000
Post-planning is essential in fence building, but...

Post-planning is essential in fence building, but we seem to have strayed a bit off topic.

We reserve sites for every night before we leave home. We have changed along the way, but knowing we...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-04-2022, 04:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,875
Posted By Keith2000
Bigger is safer.

Bigger is safer.
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 11-02-2022, 03:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,431
Posted By Keith2000
The lid from a can of Pam cooking spray is the...

The lid from a can of Pam cooking spray is the perfect size for the cutout, IMHO. But you have to use butter in the pan.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-26-2022, 10:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,480
Posted By Keith2000
If I were heading down that road I’d start with...

If I were heading down that road I’d start with something light, like a used Scamp non-deluxe model. Axle lift and frame reinforcement would be easy. You could even look at a timbren off-road...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-23-2022, 10:49 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,556
Posted By Keith2000
One lesson from camping: not all bad smells are...

One lesson from camping: not all bad smells are toxic.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-13-2022, 02:36 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,208
Posted By Keith2000
Insurance that only covers if you did everything...

Insurance that only covers if you did everything perfectly correctly is not really worth much.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-11-2022, 09:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,593
Posted By Keith2000
Looks great. How is it working out? Power,...

Looks great. How is it working out? Power, mileage, range, stability, etc.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-05-2022, 10:03 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,305
Posted By Keith2000
With the right setup the smart tows the trailer...

With the right setup the smart tows the trailer with the F350 on the custom hitch mounted storage. Duh.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-05-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,305
Posted By Keith2000
You either need a smart car or F350. Depends on...

You either need a smart car or F350. Depends on who you listen to.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-04-2022, 02:40 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,305
Posted By Keith2000
Agreed. Most manufacturers are now using the same...

Agreed. Most manufacturers are now using the same SAE standard. It is a rigorous standard. I would trust that number above all other considerations.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-04-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,129
Posted By Keith2000
The potato salad going bad seems like the bigger...

The potato salad going bad seems like the bigger risk. I leave mine on propane unless there is a sign asking for it to be turned off, like a ferry or long tunnel.

Are there any states that...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-04-2022, 08:38 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,208
Posted By Keith2000
I had a similar question in mind when I read this...

I had a similar question in mind when I read this post: has anyone in an official capacity ever questioned your towing setup, beyond required equipment like chains and brakes?

I mean, has an LEO...
Forum: General Chat 09-03-2022, 04:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,881
Posted By Keith2000
I saw a class c towing a helicopter. I guess they...

I saw a class c towing a helicopter. I guess they were planning on some fairly remote camping.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-24-2022, 10:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,967
Posted By Keith2000
Caframo marine fan is good.

Caframo marine fan is good.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-18-2022, 08:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,726
Posted By Keith2000
For the whole thing: Our Scamp was a...

For the whole thing:

Our Scamp was a teenager when we bought it. It was well taken care of, but also well used.

My daughter took a handheld carpet steamer and steamed the entire rat fur...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-08-2022, 09:20 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,814
Posted By Keith2000
I tow with an ice, but I hope my text truck is at...

I tow with an ice, but I hope my text truck is at least hybrid, if not EV. I guess it depends on how long this truck lasts and how quickly new tech is developed and deployed.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-01-2022, 08:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,099
Posted By Keith2000
I think it would be very interesting since...

I think it would be very interesting since fiberglass trailers are a pretty good match to EVs, as compared to stickies. May be a good opportunity to promote those qualities of our trailers in this...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-31-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,642
Posted By Keith2000
This may be the reason we delay a bit. I have to...

This may be the reason we delay a bit. I have to be in Texas the first week of October and they seem to be wrapping up tourist stuff up there around that time. The soonest we could get there would be...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-31-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,642
Posted By Keith2000
Mackinac Island

Planning a trip from central Texas to Mackinac Island in October. Obviously, will have to camp on the mainland and just visit the island, but wondering if anyone has any tips for where best to camp...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-29-2022, 09:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,172
Posted By Keith2000
The frame is a bit weird. Square door in a curved...

The frame is a bit weird. Square door in a curved opening.

Our 19 had one edge along the fridge wall and the opposite vertical edge supported by a curved piece that I called the surf board. It’s...
Forum: General Chat 06-19-2022, 04:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,031
Posted By Keith2000
Not spiffed up, but the stripes in the curtains...

Not spiffed up, but the stripes in the curtains line up with the stripes on the bed? That’s quality workmanship all around.

Looks like a bunch of fun.
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 06-19-2022, 07:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,263
Posted By Keith2000
What is the appropriate profit margin for an oil...

What is the appropriate profit margin for an oil company?

Oil has always been a low margin/high volume business. Right now they have a lower margin than most tech companies. During the pandemic...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-04-2022, 07:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,621
Posted By Keith2000
https://jalopnik.com/this-2017-honda-ridgeline-tow...

https://jalopnik.com/this-2017-honda-ridgeline-towed-a-classic-mustang-over-1785097265

The author is former jeep engineer.

He now writes articles at autopian.com
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-01-2022, 06:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,286
Posted By Keith2000
It looks like you found a good thread with people...

It looks like you found a good thread with people discussing this. My two cents is that I would get a universal rail kit installed and then you would be able to use a gooseneck fitting or a fifth...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-01-2022, 06:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,103
Posted By Keith2000
I would look for a local shop that does a lot of...

I would look for a local shop that does a lot of trailer work but isn’t a part of a large brand. Call, don’t use email. Don’t ask if they can do it, ask for an appointment to have it done and an...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-29-2022, 06:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,195
Posted By Keith2000
Escape refunds the deposit up until you turn in...

Escape refunds the deposit up until you turn in your build sheet. That wouldn’t be until right before they started building it. They charge you the processing fee that the credit card companies...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-25-2022, 10:03 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,131
Posted By Keith2000
Sharing is the first bit of getting things back...

Sharing is the first bit of getting things back on track.

;)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-25-2022, 04:46 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,131
Posted By Keith2000
Marine JB weld (never needed but feel safer...

Marine JB weld (never needed but feel safer having it on hand)

Spray bottles with fans for those hot days

A bag of M&Ms for when stuff isn’t going well

Extra hose washers
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-04-2022, 01:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,770
Posted By Keith2000
Assuming you mean escape, we really like the tilt...

Assuming you mean escape, we really like the tilt out windows and get nice breezes. They only open a few inches but you can modify them pretty easily to open further.

Look for the YouTube channel...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-23-2022, 02:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By Keith2000
Doh! I was thinking shower drain. You are correct...

Doh! I was thinking shower drain. You are correct about sink drain, I think. We removed our sink.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 03-22-2022, 06:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By Keith2000
Yep. Mine is a side bath 19, but I assume...

Yep.

Mine is a side bath 19, but I assume the basics are the same. Straight through the floor, rv p-trap thing, pump secured to the bottom of the floor. I think the pump outlet tube ran through...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2022, 01:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,599
Posted By Keith2000
Peeled back the rat fur on the wall above the...

Peeled back the rat fur on the wall above the rotten floor. Staining lead to the belly band. Had someone spray the outside with water to confirm. Face got wet.

It is a weird joint there on the 19.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-19-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,791
Posted By Keith2000
Sounds like a tuff shed. Www.tuffshed.com

Sounds like a tuff shed. Www.tuffshed.com
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-15-2022, 04:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,442
Posted By Keith2000
Scamp makes some new braces that are a bit more...

Scamp makes some new braces that are a bit more modern. But the old ones do add to the classic look, if that is what you are going for.

The roof won’t collapse immediately if you have to remove...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-13-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,442
Posted By Keith2000
The iron braces hold your roof up. Best to work...

The iron braces hold your roof up. Best to work around them if you can.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-13-2022, 07:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,599
Posted By Keith2000
This is so true. My 2000 19’ Scamp had floor rot...

This is so true. My 2000 19’ Scamp had floor rot just in front of yours as well as the are you are seeing. Caused by a leak where the belly and meets the bedroom area.

I was certain it was the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-03-2022, 09:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,054
Posted By Keith2000
Was it a good game?

Was it a good game?
Forum: General Chat 01-30-2022, 10:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,734
Posted By Keith2000
I know someone put a rack on top of their Scamp...

I know someone put a rack on top of their Scamp 19 for a kayak, but stopped using it because it was inconvenient. I would think a full canoe would be even harder to lift up that high.
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