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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-13-2021, 05:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 897
Posted By Bill Ryan
Powermax Converter in a Scamp

I need some help. The Magnatek converter on my 1992 16 ft Scamp gave up and I have purchased a PowerMax converter. The old converter had a integral fuse block where the DC out wires attached. ...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-26-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,814
Posted By Bill Ryan
Happy Scamping

We bought a 1992 Scamp 16' a few years ago and we have had tons of fun with it. For a retired couple the Scamp is a great way to go. Simple and unique which we appreciated the first time we camped...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-15-2019, 12:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,561
Posted By Bill Ryan
Won't go back to ZEP

A couple of years ago I stripped my Scamp and applied Zep Wet Look floor finish. At first I thought it looked great but it started to yellow. By the time I got disgusted and decided to strip I had...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-24-2019, 08:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,040
Posted By Bill Ryan
A Good Step is a Must

I built a good quality step out of some left over pressured plywood. Some outdoor carpet on the top to help clean shoes. Scamp logo and red paint are because I can't help glamping my Scamp when...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-21-2018, 01:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,661
Posted By Bill Ryan
Right Hand End Cap

This is the end cap on right end when you are looking at the front of the awning. Thanks for the information. I think I will try to epoxy the cap back together and, if that doesn't last, buy one...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-20-2018, 10:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,661
Posted By Bill Ryan
Awning end caps

I have a 92 Scamp 16' with an A&E Catalina 2500 awning. I need the end cap with part 720012-001. Can't find anywhere so I thought I'd throw this line in the water and see if I get a bite.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-09-2018, 08:32 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,722
Posted By Bill Ryan
There are those of us out here that feel this is...

There are those of us out here that feel this is the exact type of trailer we want. Right on the knife edge between Craigslist and the landfill. The challenge is bringing it back. Old cars, old...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-04-2017, 12:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,786
Posted By Bill Ryan
Catalina 2500 Awning Mounting Bracket

I have a 1992 Scamp 16' Standard with a Catalina 2500 awning. One of the aluminum mounting brackets has broken. I have a attached a pic of the broken/unbroken brackets. Does anyone have a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-11-2017, 09:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,544
Posted By Bill Ryan
Scamp rivets

Having replaced almost every rivet in my 16' Scamp I have some experience. Hardest part was getting my wife to hold the acorn nut on while I wrestled with the rivet gun. It seems like every hole...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-23-2017, 10:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,393
Posted By Bill Ryan
Dropped window

I was resealing a Hehr slider window in my Scamp and pulled a bonehead move. Dropped it out of the window and broke a pane on the driveway. I was just sick. Took it to a local auto glass shop and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-16-2017, 08:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,988
Posted By Bill Ryan
Good questions. I think I should place AC unit...

Good questions. I think I should place AC unit in a shallow tray until I have a little experience with it. Unit is supposed to vent water out the exhaust tube but there is a drain attachment. If...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-16-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,988
Posted By Bill Ryan
Portable AC in the Scamp Closet

I know I'm not the first guy to think of this but I want to show the pics of my approach to AC in my Scamp. I bought a portable AC from Amazon Warehouse Deals and even though I think it was dropped...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-25-2017, 08:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,049
Posted By Bill Ryan
Ready to go

It's still a Scamp and it's still 25 years old but it sure looks a lot different than when I picked it up six months ago. Put a few coats of polish on, buffed out, and we're ready to go.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-07-2017, 07:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,049
Posted By Bill Ryan
Tank back on

No, I haven't gone all electric. The hitch area needed some clean up and repair. Put on a new swing back trailer jack, replaced a seven pin plug that had been dragged on the pavement. Here are...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-05-2017, 01:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,199
Posted By Bill Ryan
Hi from Central Washington

Hello from Bill from Zillah, a fellow Washingtonian. I bought by 92 16ft Scamp last fall and have spent the winter working on her. The snow in my trailer pic is almost melted and we are off on our...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-20-2017, 09:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,049
Posted By Bill Ryan
The Scamp knob was made by a technique called...

The Scamp knob was made by a technique called slab hand building. Clay was rolled out with a rolling pin to the desired thickness. Scamp shape was drawn on the slab with a needle like tool called a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-20-2017, 04:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,049
Posted By Bill Ryan
Scamp knobs

Here's a couple of pics of the Scamp and apple knobs. I am an art teacher in middle school so I have had fun creating some original things for our trailer. They are little hand built pieces of...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-19-2017, 09:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,049
Posted By Bill Ryan
Thanks for the positive feedback. At first the...

Thanks for the positive feedback. At first the refurb of our Scamp seemed pretty daunting but now I think we've about got it to the point of we can use it. The cabinets over the dining table were...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-16-2017, 10:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,049
Posted By Bill Ryan
Fixing Up My Scamp

A few pics of some the refurbish project on my 92 Scamp 16 footer. A lot more to do.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-20-2017, 09:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,512
Posted By Bill Ryan
Metal Bracket above Refrigerator

I am refurbishing a 92 Scamp 16" and I need some help. *Several months ago I removed the refrigerator and cabinet to repair floor. *I also removed a metal bracket approx 12" x 8" that attached to the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-12-2016, 04:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,712
Posted By Bill Ryan
Thank you and more questions from Bill

Thanks everyone. I have ordered snap covers and started watching videos on repairs I know I have to do. Will check back window for leaks. What is the technique for removing gray carpet and then...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-08-2016, 08:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,712
Posted By Bill Ryan
New Scamp Owner Has Questions

I just towed my 1992 Scamp 16 home yesterday and my wife and I spent today doing basic cleaning. Lots of it cause it was dirty. The Scamp displayed good manners on the road. My 08 Ford Escape V6...
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