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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-25-2023, 10:11 PM
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Love Bug 70's
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Alex Adams
In this case the elephant hide is the insulation....
In this case the elephant hide is the insulation. If you remove it, you will have the rough fiberglass surface. The layers are, from the outer surface to the inside, the Gel Coat finish, the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-24-2023, 06:13 AM
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hehr 4900 jalousie window part needed
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627
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Alex Adams
This was the only place I could find them. You...
This was the only place I could find them. You have to make up a minimum order of $30 (I think) so you may need to find other parts for your windows that you need and shipping is insane at $20.
...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-23-2023, 07:00 AM
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Love Bug 70's
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Alex Adams
You have what appears to be commonly called...
You have what appears to be commonly called Elephant Hide which is Ensolite foam faced with Vinyl. You can tell for sure by the density. If it is the same as an exercise mat then it is likely...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-19-2023, 11:39 AM
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missing window part boler
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Alex Adams
This might work: ...
This might work:
https://www.vintagetrailersupply.com/crooked-little-window-operator-vts-459/
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Hi, I am....
07-19-2023, 10:01 AM
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Weyakwin Saskatchewan Canada
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Alex Adams
First thing, look in the manual for your Subaru...
First thing, look in the manual for your Subaru and see what it's towing capacity is. Next, you will need to weigh the trailer to see if it falls within the towing capacity. If possible, load the...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
06-28-2023, 02:44 PM
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Up grading my battery to lithium?
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Alex Adams
You need to talk to Progressive Dynamics to find...
You need to talk to Progressive Dynamics to find out if your PD4045KA converter has the Lithium switch on it. If it does, you should be good to go after switching it to Lithium.
If you don't have...
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Money Matters
06-27-2023, 11:30 AM
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Fantastic gas news from Oregon
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Alex Adams
Diesel Rangers were offered from 1982 to 1987...
Diesel Rangers were offered from 1982 to 1987 and, unfortunately, at that time a diesel nozzle could be put into a gasoline receptacle. Can't happen with modern vehicles since the receptacles and...
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Money Matters
06-27-2023, 08:14 AM
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Fantastic gas news from Oregon
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Alex Adams
I think of the person in small town Oregon who...
I think of the person in small town Oregon who needs a job to feed their family. It can make more economic sense to pump gas at the local gas station where they either can walk or drive just a couple...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-21-2023, 09:04 AM
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95 scamp - Drop in 12v compressor fridge
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Alex Adams
The last time I looked, over a year ago, the...
The last time I looked, over a year ago, the prices were pretty close to each other between TruckFridge and NovaKool. I do know that the market for boats is insane, hence the rise in price for...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-21-2023, 08:21 AM
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95 scamp - Drop in 12v compressor fridge
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Alex Adams
I don't know which model you are looking for but...
I don't know which model you are looking for but if I search for "NovaKool R3100" I get hits for multiple dealers selling it. The prices are listed and you can add to cart to order if in stock.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-07-2023, 10:21 AM
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Trillium jalousie window seals
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894
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Alex Adams
Did you actually talk to the guys at Vintage...
Did you actually talk to the guys at Vintage Trailer Gaskets? Are the windows off the trailer?
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-06-2023, 11:03 AM
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Trillium jalousie window seals
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894
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Alex Adams
It appears there is only one glass size. Try this...
It appears there is only one glass size. Try this place, you can call them:
https://vintagetrailergaskets.com/6-vintage-trailer-gaskets
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-26-2023, 09:54 PM
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Gasket for jalousie windows Trillium
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796
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Alex Adams
Measure the width and height of one of the panes....
Measure the width and height of one of the panes. Add the width and height together, multiply by 2 and multiply that by the number of panes. then add a foot just to be sure. It is better to have too...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-26-2023, 08:22 AM
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1973 trillium
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Alex Adams
You're welcome! I took the Hehr 4900 series...
You're welcome! I took the Hehr 4900 series windows from my boler apart so if you have any questions, let me know. I can tell you that the screws that hold the frame together are usually fused from...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-26-2023, 06:47 AM
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Gasket for jalousie windows Trillium
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Alex Adams
I believe this is what you are looking for. I...
I believe this is what you are looking for. I would call them after getting the make and model for your windows. It should be stamped somewhere on the frame.
...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-25-2023, 10:07 PM
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1973 trillium
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1,053
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Alex Adams
Try these guys. You will need to look at the...
Try these guys. You will need to look at the window frames to find the manufacturer (probably Hehr) and the model of the windows.
https://vintagetrailergaskets.com/
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-24-2023, 12:27 PM
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window seals
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1,064
Posted By
Alex Adams
If you are able, look on the frame to find the...
If you are able, look on the frame to find the maker and model number of the window. Then call these guys and ask them if they have the gaskets:
...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-18-2023, 02:11 PM
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9
Cushion Covers from Scamp Help Please
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1,786
Posted By
Alex Adams
Assuming you get only what is shown in the...
Assuming you get only what is shown in the picture, that would just be the rear cushions and nothing for the front.
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General Chat
11-23-2022, 07:56 AM
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Using Trailer Fridge in Cold Weather
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1,490
Posted By
Alex Adams
Looking at this logically, the way the fridge...
Looking at this logically, the way the fridge cools is by heating a liquid until it becomes a gas and then condensing that liquid, releasing that heat to the atmosphere and causing the liquid to...
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General Chat
11-16-2022, 10:14 AM
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Using Trailer Fridge in Cold Weather
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1,490
Posted By
Alex Adams
I did some follow up research. The fridge will...
I did some follow up research. The fridge will work normally until the temperature dips below 25F with performance dropping when the temperature is below that. It is also recommended to run on...
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General Chat
11-16-2022, 07:16 AM
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Using Trailer Fridge in Cold Weather
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1,490
Posted By
Alex Adams
Absorption fridges work on the exchange of heat...
Absorption fridges work on the exchange of heat using a liquid that is boiled into vapor (hence the flame). The colder the surrounding temperature the more capacity for the exchange of heat. That is...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-14-2022, 10:21 AM
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Window Ac drip line
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647
Posted By
Alex Adams
Ah! You have one of those units. I have one that...
Ah! You have one of those units. I have one that has a drain in it. The fan also rotates through any puddled water to spay water on the coils so it has both features. For your unit, as long as water...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-14-2022, 10:15 AM
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7
Window Ac drip line
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647
Posted By
Alex Adams
Based on myself, I would have to say that Common...
Based on myself, I would have to say that Common Sense isn't always common sometimes! :loltu
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-14-2022, 09:46 AM
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Vintage Trailer Gaskets
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1,053
Posted By
Alex Adams
Their products are so good, I gladly pay the...
Their products are so good, I gladly pay the shipping! I usually wait and bundle to minimize my costs but not always.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-14-2022, 09:43 AM
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7
Window Ac drip line
Views:
647
Posted By
Alex Adams
I would try tilting the unit so any water will...
I would try tilting the unit so any water will definitely run to the back. If water comes out then check for leaks, if no leaks make sure your AC is set to dehumidify as well as cool (some have...
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General Chat
10-28-2022, 08:30 AM
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New Scamp Wrap-around Cabinets
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2,805
Posted By
Alex Adams
Hey john, do you know what brand and model...
Hey john, do you know what brand and model compressor fridge they are using?
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General Chat
09-06-2022, 09:36 AM
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11
Armadillo
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1,869
Posted By
Alex Adams
Because some campgrounds won't let you dump grey...
Because some campgrounds won't let you dump grey water onto the ground.
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General Chat
08-19-2022, 07:04 AM
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Sightings!
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620,358
Posted By
Alex Adams
If it is still there next week, I will. I...
If it is still there next week, I will. I couldn't at the time I saw it. I'll get some pics.
Forum:
General Chat
08-19-2022, 06:02 AM
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4,018
Sightings!
Views:
620,358
Posted By
Alex Adams
My local trailer shop has a Cortes camper set up...
My local trailer shop has a Cortes camper set up in front. Did a double-take to make sure I wasn't seeing things! :loltu
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-16-2022, 09:52 AM
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20
COLD FLOOR in Casita
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3,210
Posted By
Alex Adams
I bought a piece of indoor/outdoor carpeting at...
I bought a piece of indoor/outdoor carpeting at Home Depot and cut it to fit the main floor and dinette floor on my boler. Works great.
Forum:
General Chat
07-22-2022, 07:45 PM
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7
More Repairs...
Views:
804
Posted By
Alex Adams
Can you get to it on the underside by removing...
Can you get to it on the underside by removing the headliner? That might be a better way than cutting fiberglass. It's not like the repair is going to be seen.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-11-2022, 01:42 PM
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1
Suggestions on replacing Door Latch
Views:
728
Posted By
Alex Adams
You can see if their Door Lock replacement kit...
You can see if their Door Lock replacement kit will work for you:
https://www.campingtreasures.com/
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
07-10-2022, 12:52 AM
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9
Roof Gasket for Campster
Views:
1,029
Posted By
Alex Adams
Glad to help! It's what we are here for and just...
Glad to help! It's what we are here for and just paying it forward. :D
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-23-2022, 03:01 PM
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3
Trillium 1300 Jalousie Window Repair
Views:
1,588
Posted By
Alex Adams
These are what you are looking for. Sold in pairs...
These are what you are looking for. Sold in pairs and you will need to order at least $25 worth of merchandise and shipping will make your eyes bug out:
...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
06-22-2022, 03:36 PM
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22
killed battery question
Views:
2,604
Posted By
Alex Adams
One thing you can do if your with your old school...
One thing you can do if your with your old school charger is to get a plug in timer outlet and set it so it turns off after x amount of time. That was how I did it before these new-fangled...
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Hi, I am....
06-09-2022, 01:13 PM
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7
Solar
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1,076
Posted By
Alex Adams
How big is your trailer? 400 watts would require...
How big is your trailer? 400 watts would require 4 100 watt panels that are about 2 foot by 4 foot in size. If you have a 16 foot Casita your roof will be approximately 13 foot by 7 foot. Then there...
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Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales
06-07-2022, 02:07 PM
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Saving Money on the Price of Gas
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3,262
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Alex Adams
Who would've thought a worldwide pandemic would...
Who would've thought a worldwide pandemic would disrupt production, transportation, construction, food processing, etc. for two years straight causing rising prices for food, clothing, building...
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General Chat
06-03-2022, 11:24 AM
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Effects of high gas prices?
Views:
5,139
Posted By
Alex Adams
They updated the article to say it was only one...
They updated the article to say it was only one station selling specialty racing fuel. Copied from the updated article:
Update: In response to queries, Phillips 66 stated:
"The station in...
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General Chat
06-03-2022, 10:32 AM
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70
Effects of high gas prices?
Views:
5,139
Posted By
Alex Adams
Could you provide a link to this please? I am...
Could you provide a link to this please? I am curious to see the discussion. The only articles I could find about restricting driving on Sundays was for the UK not Washington state.
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General Chat
06-03-2022, 10:27 AM
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70
Effects of high gas prices?
Views:
5,139
Posted By
Alex Adams
It was 1 station and they are preparing to sell...
It was 1 station and they are preparing to sell 100 octane gas:
https://fortune.com/2022/05/19/washington-gas-station-reprogrammed-pumps-10-dollars/
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-04-2022, 10:22 PM
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14
Swing-up tongue jack with wheel vs quick drop
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1,410
Posted By
Alex Adams
My old fashioned hand cranked A frame jack has a...
My old fashioned hand cranked A frame jack has a removeable wheel which is great. I just push the trailer into or pull it our of the garage I store it in. No backing in! I have also done this at a...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-04-2022, 12:04 PM
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10
Other ways to attach wooden block inside?
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1,195
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Alex Adams
Ellpea, if you haven't found adhesive yet for...
Ellpea, if you haven't found adhesive yet for your project I recommend you take a look at Weld Mount. It is what they use on boats. I have used it to mount my Autowbrake and my trailer wire junction...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
05-03-2022, 11:08 AM
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31
Added weight of Equal-i-zer Hitch
Views:
3,465
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Alex Adams
On my Crosstrek, I got accelerated wear of the...
On my Crosstrek, I got accelerated wear of the standard radial tires when towing. I replaced them with Michelin Light Truck tires. Voila! Problem solved! I suspect the LT tires have a stiffer...
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
04-29-2022, 06:47 AM
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Plan, Pack & Prepare Meals the KISS Way!!!
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2,542
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Alex Adams
Porter or stout! Counts as a protein and a carb!...
Porter or stout! Counts as a protein and a carb! B)
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-27-2022, 08:54 PM
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Temporary paint or sealant?
Views:
779
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Alex Adams
Check your ceiling vent to see if the leak is...
Check your ceiling vent to see if the leak is around it. Also the rivets that go through the roof can start leaking after all those years. You can use Dicor or equivalent sealant to seal around the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-27-2022, 12:04 PM
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Best Source For Stainless Steel Screws
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1,269
Posted By
Alex Adams
I sprayed PB Blaster into the channel before...
I sprayed PB Blaster into the channel before screwing to hopefully prevent that. Washers won't fit due to how tight the screw head is to the side of the frame.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-26-2022, 08:54 PM
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I Found a Scamp!!!
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2,799
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Alex Adams
I Found a Scamp!!! That's how it starts! ...
I Found a Scamp!!!
That's how it starts!
Run! Save yourself! It's too late for the rest of us here! :floor
Congrats on your find. Looks like you have the Hehr 4900 Jalousie windows. All of...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-20-2022, 01:56 PM
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13
Best Source For Stainless Steel Screws
Views:
1,269
Posted By
Alex Adams
I got all of mine via Ebay or Amazon. You have to...
I got all of mine via Ebay or Amazon. You have to order them well in advance of when you will need them since they come literally on the slow boat from China. You could find some sizes locally, but...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-15-2022, 07:34 AM
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0
Renogy 100 Ah LiFePo Battery on sale
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702
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Alex Adams
Renogy 100 Ah LiFePo Battery on sale
The Renogy 12-Volt 100 Ah Lithium-Iron Phosphate Battery with Built-In Bluetooth BMS is on sale as one of today's Deal of the Day for $509.99 along with a bunch of different solar panels:
...
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Money Matters
04-08-2022, 02:01 PM
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Cashless national parks
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5,529
Posted By
Alex Adams
Unfortunately, the cost of handling cash just...
Unfortunately, the cost of handling cash just keeps going up due to insurance, salaries, etc. Since the government forced the credit card companies to reduce their exorbitant transaction fees a...
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