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TomandCallie
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General Chat
06-28-2018, 09:58 AM
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Sellers beware
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TomandCallie
Lock the hitch for sure!
Lock the hitch for sure!
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-27-2018, 11:12 AM
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Highlander Hybrid Towing
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TomandCallie
Sweet! Just out of curiosity, what is the tow...
Sweet! Just out of curiosity, what is the tow rating for the hybrid Highlander?
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-13-2018, 09:52 AM
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Before & After - 1973 Love Bug Renovation
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8,534
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TomandCallie
Awesome job, Rob! The results speak for...
Awesome job, Rob! The results speak for themselves - you built one most excellent camper here. Very impressive!
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Camping, Campout Reports
06-05-2018, 11:35 AM
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short-term storage/parking in Denver or Rocky Mtn NP
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TomandCallie
No problem, Kathy. Sounds like Carol's location...
No problem, Kathy. Sounds like Carol's location is just about perfect. If it falls through, you can still come here on short notice.
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Camping, Campout Reports
06-03-2018, 01:04 PM
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short-term storage/parking in Denver or Rocky Mtn NP
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TomandCallie
Sorry, ...email me and I'll get you my address.
Sorry, ...email me and I'll get you my address.
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Camping, Campout Reports
06-03-2018, 01:01 PM
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short-term storage/parking in Denver or Rocky Mtn NP
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TomandCallie
No problem at all. I should be around then and...
No problem at all. I should be around then and will plan on you having your Scamp here. There will be good options for areas to park and depending on the height of your camper, you may even get a...
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Camping, Campout Reports
06-03-2018, 09:32 AM
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short-term storage/parking in Denver or Rocky Mtn NP
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1,446
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TomandCallie
Hi Kathy, depending on the dates (I'm gone June...
Hi Kathy, depending on the dates (I'm gone June 17-23) you are welcome to leave your Scamp at my house. But...I'm in Fort Collins which is about 60 miles north of Denver. An hours drive to Denver,...
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General Chat
05-15-2018, 09:32 AM
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What fiberglass trailers are still in business today
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4,302
Posted By
TomandCallie
Happier Camper too.
Happier Camper too.
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-29-2018, 09:20 AM
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All shined up for summer :)
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1,448
Posted By
TomandCallie
Very nice! How long did it take?
Very nice! How long did it take?
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
04-25-2018, 12:57 PM
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Lil Snoozy dry flush toilet
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TomandCallie
For what it's worth, I have a cassette and am...
For what it's worth, I have a cassette and am very happy with it. Very simple to use, no energy use to speak of, very little water needed, and disposal is quite easy. With a 10 gal tank, pretty...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
04-25-2018, 09:18 AM
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Lil Snoozy dry flush toilet
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8,964
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TomandCallie
Don, I think this is a pretty cool invention,...
Don, I think this is a pretty cool invention, but I would never own one. What an incredible waste of plastic! Not to mention the fact that about anything in a dumpster could easily puncture the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-25-2018, 09:33 AM
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Weighty problem? 2 batteries on tongue?
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TomandCallie
I've always been a fan of heading off potential...
I've always been a fan of heading off potential problems before they become real problems. If I knew that there were weak areas of a frame such that added weight might be an issue, I think my first...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-19-2018, 09:27 AM
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Attaching an Outsunny Awning w/ 3m VHB tape?
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TomandCallie
No way that tape will hold an awning. You might...
No way that tape will hold an awning. You might use it though between the awning and trailer where you mount the fasteners in order to seal the fastener and mitigate any rattles. I'm not aware...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-12-2018, 10:45 AM
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April in Arizona
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1,447
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TomandCallie
Jim, I was in New River, Az. for the Phoenix...
Jim, I was in New River, Az. for the Phoenix Open last week with my two dogs. I was struck and amazed by the amount of cactus and cactus stickers all over the ground. We could barely go out of...
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General Chat
01-22-2018, 10:52 AM
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got me thunkin
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TomandCallie
Bob, I can't understand what you have written...
Bob, I can't understand what you have written here...
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General Chat
01-18-2018, 09:52 AM
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Homie car camper
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3,113
Posted By
TomandCallie
I wonder why they feel the need to fold the rear...
I wonder why they feel the need to fold the rear half forward like they do. Seems it would be a lot simpler and aerodynamic by building it to stay in the shape it is in when unfolded. Better...
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General Chat
01-01-2018, 10:43 AM
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Below zero Scamping
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TomandCallie
Do you keep the furnace going while traveling? ...
Do you keep the furnace going while traveling?
Also, I have a cassette toilet and am wondering about the holding tank freezing. Might not be a big deal I guess, but I should probably not put...
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General Chat
01-01-2018, 10:18 AM
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Below zero Scamping
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7,504
Posted By
TomandCallie
In cold like this, would you guys put water in...
In cold like this, would you guys put water in the tanks or just use it out of jugs or a container of some sort? Seems like having water in the system could be problematic. What say you?
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General Chat
11-10-2017, 10:48 AM
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69
How Do You Take Care of Your Vacant Home When Travelling?
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6,578
Posted By
TomandCallie
As it has been mentioned 2 or 3 times, I might...
As it has been mentioned 2 or 3 times, I might caution people about turning off the water main. This may be an option for some but not for others. If you have hot water heat which needs to be on...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
11-04-2017, 07:43 AM
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CO |
2018, July 23-26: Rocky Mountain Egg Rendezvous
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6,518
Posted By
TomandCallie
The campground is closed now for the season but I...
The campground is closed now for the season but I still hike that trail all winter. I'll poke around and if I can find the group site (is there just one?), I'll attempt to figure out how many...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
11-03-2017, 09:57 AM
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38
CO |
2018, July 23-26: Rocky Mountain Egg Rendezvous
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6,518
Posted By
TomandCallie
Thom, I get up that way frequently and that is a...
Thom, I get up that way frequently and that is a very nice campground and a good choice for a get-together. You will not be disappointed. There is a nice hike right out of the campground (Mt....
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General Chat
10-10-2017, 09:29 AM
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Outer Banks Egg Rally - adventure.
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1,578
Posted By
TomandCallie
Great trip, Jack - enjoyed the write-up. Those...
Great trip, Jack - enjoyed the write-up. Those beach burrs can be brutal! Enjoy your new Snoozy!
Forum:
General Chat
10-05-2017, 03:21 PM
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an announcement for this board by bob beeeeeee
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2,362
Posted By
TomandCallie
Thanks a lot, Bugg for the "flaming" explanation...
Thanks a lot, Bugg for the "flaming" explanation - I had no idea! That is the 2nd thing I've learned today...also learned to spell "proselytizing". It's a good day!
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General Chat
10-05-2017, 12:34 PM
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an announcement for this board by bob beeeeeee
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2,362
Posted By
TomandCallie
Of course not, Dave. But there is a time and...
Of course not, Dave. But there is a time and place for everything. Many wish to participate on forums that are free of this sort of thing and that stay on the subject of the forum. That's all. I...
Forum:
General Chat
10-05-2017, 10:44 AM
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15
an announcement for this board by bob beeeeeee
Views:
2,362
Posted By
TomandCallie
Hey Bob, I don't know what "flaming" is or why...
Hey Bob, I don't know what "flaming" is or why you were chastised previously. I can advise you to lay off religion, politics, and other potentially heated topics. We don't need to hear what folks...
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Forum Admin, News & Announcements
10-01-2017, 08:24 AM
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37
Not Getting FGRV To My E-Mail
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3,879
Posted By
TomandCallie
We too have not received the daily emails since...
We too have not received the daily emails since the 23rd or 24th. And, nothing has changed on my end such that I would have "unsubscribed" inadvertently.
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Hi, I am....
09-14-2017, 09:26 PM
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32
Sold my huge rig.. FG tough enough for Off Road 4x4 and stored outside?
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5,157
Posted By
TomandCallie
I agree with everything you have to say, Zach. I...
I agree with everything you have to say, Zach. I would add...if you want to really get on some "rustic" roads as you've described, get a 4wd pickup with a truck camper. TT's just aren't designed...
Forum:
Camping, Campout Reports
09-03-2017, 11:36 AM
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63
Trip to Ouray Colorado
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6,954
Posted By
TomandCallie
I know Wade and have been reading about their...
I know Wade and have been reading about their adventures on the CJ2A page. Sounds like they did have a good week of it! They also have mentioned to "not do it alone". How did you handle that? Did...
Forum:
Camping, Campout Reports
09-02-2017, 07:55 PM
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63
Trip to Ouray Colorado
Views:
6,954
Posted By
TomandCallie
Awesome trip, Andy. Thanks for sharing! But,...
Awesome trip, Andy. Thanks for sharing! But, don't know how you could stand the tie-dye for that long - a little tie-dye goes a long ways!
It looks like you did about 6 passes near Ouray. Do...
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Hi, I am....
08-31-2017, 04:47 PM
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32
Sold my huge rig.. FG tough enough for Off Road 4x4 and stored outside?
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5,157
Posted By
TomandCallie
The Livin' Lite makes a good off-road pop up that...
The Livin' Lite makes a good off-road pop up that might be worth looking at: https://www.livinlite.com/products/quicksilver-rock-climber-tent-campers/
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Hi, I am....
08-31-2017, 09:37 AM
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32
Sold my huge rig.. FG tough enough for Off Road 4x4 and stored outside?
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5,157
Posted By
TomandCallie
Mike, you might be looking for a truck camper. ...
Mike, you might be looking for a truck camper. Mount on the bed of a 4wd truck and you're good to go!
Forum:
Camping, Campout Reports
08-11-2017, 01:46 PM
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3
New to me web site for planning with dogs
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1,343
Posted By
TomandCallie
My attitude has always been...if I can't drive...
My attitude has always been...if I can't drive there with my dogs, I don't need to go. Sadly will never get to more National Parks or other places who are not accommodating to dogs. I can live with...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-06-2017, 09:01 AM
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6
dometic rm 2410 refrigerator
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2,208
Posted By
TomandCallie
Looks legit to me. You may drop them an email to...
Looks legit to me. You may drop them an email to see if they ship to the US and get a firm shipped price in US dollars.
Another option may be a DYI fix - just buy some generic door seal and...
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General Chat
08-03-2017, 09:28 AM
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67
AM/FM portable radio.
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6,009
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TomandCallie
Marky, here is the rechargeable Sangean I...
Marky, here is the rechargeable Sangean I mentioned: ...
Forum:
General Chat
08-02-2017, 12:29 PM
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67
AM/FM portable radio.
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6,009
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TomandCallie
I have a Yacht Boy too and it is a nice quality...
I have a Yacht Boy too and it is a nice quality radio. But, I find the controls are not very intuitive and are difficult to navigate. Mine is old so maybe they are better now.
Forum:
General Chat
08-02-2017, 09:46 AM
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67
AM/FM portable radio.
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6,009
Posted By
TomandCallie
I have several models of Sangean radios including...
I have several models of Sangean radios including this one: ...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-27-2017, 09:47 AM
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Insect screen on fridge vents
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5,738
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TomandCallie
Those Camco screens look good and for $20 why...
Those Camco screens look good and for $20 why hesitate? None made for my fridge so I installed regular polyester screen material from the hardware store with double sided tape and this has been a...
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General Chat
07-21-2017, 09:57 AM
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3
Life saving trailer.
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1,442
Posted By
TomandCallie
Just a heads up...I read the article and then...
Just a heads up...I read the article and then clicked on another article and all kinds of alarms went off and my computer froze up. Finally got it all back, but just be aware.
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Hi, I am....
07-06-2017, 08:55 AM
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8
Simple faucet replacement
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1,169
Posted By
TomandCallie
Very nice! I like that faucet too...do you have...
Very nice! I like that faucet too...do you have a link or mfg. info?
Forum:
Classified Archives
07-01-2017, 10:22 AM
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3
For Sale:
1985 Scamp Motorhome in Denver, CO
Views:
4,461
Posted By
TomandCallie
Pretty cool, Jon. That camper has a lot going...
Pretty cool, Jon. That camper has a lot going on. I wonder what it weighs? I wonder what it has for an engine. I had an '89 Ranger with the biggest engine offered at the time (2.9L V6) and it...
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General Chat
06-17-2017, 07:39 PM
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75
Personal Safety of Trailer vs. Motorhome
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7,384
Posted By
TomandCallie
Well said! Using our "big brains" and a bit of...
Well said! Using our "big brains" and a bit of common sense will serve us well. Trusting magic and superstition to keep us out of a jam...not so much.
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General Chat
06-16-2017, 10:47 AM
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75
Personal Safety of Trailer vs. Motorhome
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7,384
Posted By
TomandCallie
I think you mean to say "Dick or dmad1" - not...
I think you mean to say "Dick or dmad1" - not "Tom". I didn't make the statement about shooting nor would I. Just clarifying...
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General Chat
06-16-2017, 09:33 AM
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75
Personal Safety of Trailer vs. Motorhome
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7,384
Posted By
TomandCallie
Good question! I'll be interested in responses. ...
Good question! I'll be interested in responses. I've not had any incidences but have wondered what I'd do if I ever got hassled in this way, or worse, someone actually tries to gain entry. I have...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-12-2017, 09:53 AM
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15
Portable shelter vs custom cover for Casita?
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5,289
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TomandCallie
The portable carport will succumb to UV's in time...
The portable carport will succumb to UV's in time as they are only meant to be temporary. IMHO they don't look that great and I think would draw objections from your town/neighbors. A cover might...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-11-2017, 09:58 AM
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Drilling frame for safety chains
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4,727
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TomandCallie
$35 seems reasonable to me. Probably for a half...
$35 seems reasonable to me. Probably for a half hour minimum. Do you have any other small item to have welded at the same time that they won't charge extra for? Maybe they will include it. ...
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-08-2017, 09:40 AM
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1970 Trailswest Campster on Seattle craigslist
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1,851
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TomandCallie
In your photo, on the driver side below the...
In your photo, on the driver side below the window...it looks like that is a flip-up shelf. Am I seeing this correctly or is that just the way the Campster is built?
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General Chat
06-04-2017, 01:12 PM
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Parkliner out of storage!
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1,525
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TomandCallie
Seems like jack stands could take the weight off...
Seems like jack stands could take the weight off too. Just not understanding why take the wheels off.
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General Chat
06-04-2017, 09:39 AM
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9
Parkliner out of storage!
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1,525
Posted By
TomandCallie
Okay, I'll bite...why do you remove your wheels...
Okay, I'll bite...why do you remove your wheels for the winter? Wouldn't a couple of tire covers do the trick?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-26-2017, 09:14 AM
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Carefree awning rail bracket
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1,097
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TomandCallie
Hi Barb, I don't really know what you have there,...
Hi Barb, I don't really know what you have there, but if there isn't a logical solution, don't rule out using a Sawzall or similar tool to just cut the bolt off. Sometimes you just have to take...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
05-23-2017, 02:21 PM
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How Old Is Too Old (For a New Tire)
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6,081
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TomandCallie
Like I said previously, I know guys who are still...
Like I said previously, I know guys who are still running original NDT's on their 1940's jeeps. Granted, our max speeds are about 45mph and tire performance isn't great, but they do hold up and are...
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