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Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 04-26-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,763
Posted By rubicon327
You can add New Jersey to the list.

You can add New Jersey to the list.
Forum: General Chat 04-12-2021, 07:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,687
Posted By rubicon327
FYI...it looks like privacy panels are available...

FYI...it looks like privacy panels are available direct from Lightspeed's website
https://lightspeedoutdoors.com/collections/accessories/products/side-wall-for-pack-n-go-gazebo-screen-tent-2-pack
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-09-2021, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,985
Posted By rubicon327
Glad you figured it out. The pump has a pressure...

Glad you figured it out. The pump has a pressure switch. Cut-in (on) at 40PSI; cut-out (off) at 55psi. Also when you measured the voltage at the switch you will not have gotten a proper measurement...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-09-2021, 06:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,985
Posted By rubicon327
If Scamp is still using the Shurflo pump they do...

If Scamp is still using the Shurflo pump they do not have their own fuse at the pump. They do have a thermal cutout that will activate above a certain temperature but it resets when it cools down....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-03-2021, 07:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,571
Posted By rubicon327
Tom: Just to prevent any confusion I assume you...

Tom: Just to prevent any confusion I assume you mean converter not inverter.
Forum: General Chat 03-02-2021, 08:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,985
Posted By rubicon327
Don: You may be better off considering a small...

Don: You may be better off considering a small mini-split heat pump like I and several others have done. The benefits are numerous....
Forum: General Chat 03-01-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,985
Posted By rubicon327
I see compressor capacities quoted from 340Btu up...

I see compressor capacities quoted from 340Btu up to 1,876Btu on their website. You aren't going to do much cooling with that. These are made for very specialized spot cooling applications.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-01-2021, 09:38 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,391
Posted By rubicon327
Especially the OP's dual axle Escape with 10"...

Especially the OP's dual axle Escape with 10" brakes. I can attest to the fact that you might not even know that one brake is not working. With an Escape at least one just needs to disconnect the...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 03-01-2021, 07:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,140
Posted By rubicon327
This may help you: ...

This may help you:
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f51/trailer-weights-in-the-real-world-43010.html

Casitas in general are known to have high tongue weights.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-01-2021, 06:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,571
Posted By rubicon327
Not sure what a “non-customer” is. Everyone...

Not sure what a “non-customer” is. Everyone should be treated as a customer. When I used to call Escape about something very specific sometimes Reace the owner would call me back. Those days are...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-16-2021, 11:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,850
Posted By rubicon327
Last I knew Scamp uses Atwood water heaters with...

Last I knew Scamp uses Atwood water heaters with an aluminum tank which is why you don’t need an anode. The porcelain-lined steel tank on Suburban water heaters need an anode to prolong the life of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-03-2021, 09:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,617
Posted By rubicon327
Of course under a true breakaway condition. I was...

Of course under a true breakaway condition. I was responding to Mike_L’s specific situation of the breakaway system activating while he was still hitched.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-03-2021, 09:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,617
Posted By rubicon327
This is particularly problematic for other...

This is particularly problematic for other drivers behind you because the brake lights do not light up upon activation of the breakaway switch.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-01-2021, 10:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,039
Posted By rubicon327
Mattress Insider? ...

Mattress Insider?
https://www.mattressinsider.com/custom-size-mattresses.html
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-01-2021, 08:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,617
Posted By rubicon327
Breakaway should be taken literally in my...

Breakaway should be taken literally in my opinion. This system is to bring the trailer to a stop if somehow it becomes completely disconnected from the tow vehicle. It’s to avoid a runaway trailer....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-01-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,617
Posted By rubicon327
Carl: Always thought the brakes hummed too but...

Carl: Always thought the brakes hummed too but wonder if there are variables like temperature that matter. A few days ago I pulled the breakaway pin to test after doing some rewiring in the trailer...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-13-2020, 10:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,363
Posted By rubicon327
Steve: Installed primarily for quiet cooling....

Steve: Installed primarily for quiet cooling. Heating capability is just a bonus. We primarily use the propane furnace or an electric resistance heater when really cold.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-13-2020, 09:48 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,080
Posted By rubicon327
Reace who started Escape based the molds off of...

Reace who started Escape based the molds off of the Surf Side design so no surprise they both have the pontoon.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-11-2020, 09:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,363
Posted By rubicon327
Same here. My Fujitsu 9RL2 mini-split will heat...

Same here. My Fujitsu 9RL2 mini-split will heat (with reduced capacity) down to 15F. Some can go even lower and even at full capacity but they are 208/230V models. It is all about how it is designed....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-10-2020, 01:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,415
Posted By rubicon327
Thanks Steve. Thinking the same. Also if the OP...

Thanks Steve. Thinking the same. Also if the OP has the inverter with all outlet option they could have a breaker tripped in the remote mounted sub-panel (typically two 15A breakers) and not in the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-09-2020, 09:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,415
Posted By rubicon327
Yes, all the other outlets that didn’t stop...

Yes, all the other outlets that didn’t stop working when the GFI tripped.:D
Seriously though there should be a few outlets that are not GFI protected...at least there are on the trailers I’ve seen.
Forum: General Chat 12-09-2020, 08:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,074
Posted By rubicon327
I did a custom 9,000 BTU Fujitsu mini-split...

I did a custom 9,000 BTU Fujitsu mini-split install on our Escape 19 (outdoor unit on tongue) and an install on an Escape 21 (outdoor unit on the rear). Both have the indoor units recessed in upper...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 11-26-2019, 04:54 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 16,298
Posted By rubicon327
Here is a link to last years pictures: 2019...

Here is a link to last years pictures:
2019 Spring Fling in New England, Chocorua Camping Village KOA, NH (https://www.lakeshoreimages.com/19trip/springfling301.html)
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-14-2019, 09:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,081
Posted By rubicon327
https://www.ebay.com/i/192874481388?chn=ps&norover...

https://www.ebay.com/i/192874481388?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&itemid=192874481388&targetid=541454151292&device=t&mktype=pla&googleloc=9003833&poi=&campaignid=6470648153...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-06-2019, 10:15 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,752
Posted By rubicon327
Join the Escape forum to see the pics! The...

Join the Escape forum to see the pics!

The thread got contributions from members with different model fridges. The models with an inside water tray does not need any water. They were referring to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-06-2019, 07:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,752
Posted By rubicon327
I have done a lot of research and tinkering to...

I have done a lot of research and tinkering to get our Dometic RM2510 fridge cooling well in high ambient temperatures. When I mean cooling well I mean a 55-60F differential. So if it is 95F outside...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-19-2018, 08:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 908
Posted By rubicon327
Replacing with stainless steel hardware I hope.

Replacing with stainless steel hardware I hope.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-19-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 679
Posted By rubicon327
Like this? ...

Like this?

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f54/1977-boler-1700-manuals-added-76152.html#post605388
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-18-2018, 11:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,200
Posted By rubicon327
I want to thank you so much for posting this. I...

I want to thank you so much for posting this. I contacted the shop and they located them. They were nice enough to ship them to me even though they typically just sell from their storefront.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-16-2018, 06:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,654
Posted By rubicon327
Not off hand. When I started it was 360# which...

Not off hand. When I started it was 360# which was about 10% so a little added wasn’t a bad thing. The condenser is 65# on the A-frame, but I moved 130# of 6V Interstate GC2’s from that location back...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-16-2018, 06:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,654
Posted By rubicon327
Dave: While reducing noise/vibration for sleeping...

Dave: While reducing noise/vibration for sleeping was a major concern it is also nice to be able to have a conversation during the day. Our roof top unit was that loud. The fan didn’t cycle so I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-15-2018, 11:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,654
Posted By rubicon327
I understand and respect this concern, but no...

I understand and respect this concern, but no risk, no reward. A few of us have went out front and proven using a residential/light commercial mini split can be done with little issue. If you have...
Forum: General Chat 09-14-2018, 01:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,569
Posted By rubicon327
True. That only works if you travel solo or as a...

True. That only works if you travel solo or as a couple though. That doesn't work if you have kids or visitors.
Forum: General Chat 09-14-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,569
Posted By rubicon327
Beautiful trailers. A major detractor is that...

Beautiful trailers. A major detractor is that unless you get the twin bed floor plan you still have to make the dinette into a bed every night. Also no option for a fridge larger than the stock 4.5...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-14-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,654
Posted By rubicon327
That's a good find. I did a comparison of the...

That's a good find. I did a comparison of the Pioneer 9,000 BTUH model to the Fujitsu 9,000 9RL2 that I installed. They are very similar in all respects. The only real differences I see are that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-12-2018, 08:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,654
Posted By rubicon327
I did the install on the Escape that was linked...

I did the install on the Escape that was linked to in post #2. I used a Fujitsu 9RL2 which is 9,000 BTUH. Great unit, but not cheap. I got mine at a trade warehouse, but another member noted they are...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-12-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,459
Posted By rubicon327
Food for thought regarding the A/C since rooftop...

Food for thought regarding the A/C since rooftop is unlikely...think about a small mini-split. VERY quiet...but you have to find an appropriate place to mount condenser and indoor unit. I recessed my...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-27-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,407
Posted By rubicon327
I highly recommend the Casita A-Z Owner's Guide...

I highly recommend the Casita A-Z Owner's Guide if you don't already have a copy.

Casita A-Z Owner's Guide (https://www.casitaclub.com/forums/links/goto/6-casita-a-z-owners-guide/)
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 02-24-2018, 03:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,552
Posted By rubicon327
California

California
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-24-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,995
Posted By rubicon327
Mike: Did you see the 2010 Escape 19 that came up...

Mike: Did you see the 2010 Escape 19 that came up for sale in Illinois today? $22k is a fair price. Grab it!:D
...
Forum: Classified Archives 02-24-2018, 03:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,241
Posted By rubicon327
Sure can. I added my own bath window on a 2010...

Sure can. I added my own bath window on a 2010 Escape and I know from talking to Tammy at ETI that a direct replacement kitchen window that opens is available.
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 02-23-2018, 07:59 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,405
Posted By rubicon327
Glad you saw it. Sorry for the double post. I...

Glad you saw it. Sorry for the double post. I didn't realize that when you have a web link it holds the post in a queue until a moderator approves it. I thought it just didn't post.

BTW, I'm not...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-22-2018, 01:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,995
Posted By rubicon327
Mike: Just so you know 17A is out based on your...

Mike: Just so you know 17A is out based on your toilet requirement, and the 17B doesn't have a permanent bed...unless you ask. I'm quite sure that buyers have worked with Escape and gotten the rear...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 02-22-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,405
Posted By rubicon327
It's a shame that the oak is a showstopper....

It's a shame that the oak is a showstopper. Personally I think finding a used Escape would be your best bet (if you can find one) based on all the items you listed that you want on the trailer. BTW,...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 02-22-2018, 12:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,405
Posted By rubicon327
In my opinion it would be a better way to go (if...

In my opinion it would be a better way to go (if you can find one) based on all the things you listed that you want. BTW I know of at least one Escape owner that painted most of the wood white and I...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 02-22-2018, 07:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,405
Posted By rubicon327
Adrian: Maybe I'm out of line here, but when I...

Adrian: Maybe I'm out of line here, but when I read your post this sounds exactly like an Escape 17A or B to me. It hits on everything you had listed. See below for my comments.

I see you are in...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 02-19-2018, 09:41 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 15,948
Posted By rubicon327
Gerry: My parents aren’t on the forum, but they...

Gerry: My parents aren’t on the forum, but they will be attending in their Escape 19. Just booked site 50 today on the waterfront.

My father may be distracted by all the trout reportedly in the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-08-2017, 07:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,345
Posted By rubicon327
Koren: Just happened to come across this. Did you...

Koren: Just happened to come across this. Did you ever get this resolved?? This was my father's old trailer and I installed the exterior outlet. It was simply wired inline so it also afforded GFI...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-24-2016, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,982
Posted By rubicon327
SOLd

Trailer has been sold to a wonderful couple who will be giving this Scamp a great new home.
Forum: Classified Archives 04-23-2016, 06:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,982
Posted By rubicon327
Gordon, I will send you a PM.

Gordon,
I will send you a PM.
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