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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-25-2021, 04:17 PM
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Bigfoot Norseman Awning Replacement ???
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rogerfb
Really appreciate the instructions, those...
Really appreciate the instructions, those tension springs worry me, now OK
Thanks
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-24-2021, 10:12 AM
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Bigfoot Norseman Awning Replacement ???
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rogerfb
Hi Paul could you please send me a copy of the...
Hi Paul could you please send me a copy of the awning insructions as i need to retension or replace the fabrick
thanks Roger
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-23-2021, 06:54 AM
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87 Lil Bigfoot fresh water filling port
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rogerfb
I just made a 12in hose extension jusy flexable...
I just made a 12in hose extension jusy flexable hose no end piece which I put right into the filler works well, note amazon has replacement fillers
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-01-2021, 05:36 PM
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17 ft '79 bigfoot - restoration/modification thread
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rogerfb
HI Michael I am in Cobble Hill I am interested...
HI Michael I am in Cobble Hill I am interested in the store in Lantsville do you have name or address, Would there be a chance of them having an awning mine is not very nice,
thanks Roger
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-17-2021, 08:01 AM
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17 ft '79 bigfoot - restoration/modification thread
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rogerfb
Hi we are in Cobble Hill with 1986 17ft bigfoot,...
Hi we are in Cobble Hill with 1986 17ft bigfoot, might be a nice idear to look at each others Bigfoot for idears if interested send E rjbidd@msn.com
Roger
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-10-2021, 07:50 PM
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1500 Bigfoot tire clearance
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Posted By
rogerfb
if your springs mount on top of axle, put them...
if your springs mount on top of axle, put them under axle, could use longer shackles but this will give some slop to axle
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
01-10-2021, 07:47 PM
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Attaching solar panels to roof of Bigfoot truck camper
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rogerfb
Dont drill use special 3M 2 sided tape wth smali...
Dont drill use special 3M 2 sided tape wth smali ally angle brackets, I did this last summer then went from Vancouver Island to Alaska highway,& back, it did not move at all, you will find others who...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-28-2020, 02:02 PM
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86 Bigfoot 17 dlx
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rogerfb
86 Bigfoot 17 dlx
Where can I find replacement vent cover, name on cover Hengs, mine is shattered, I have searched this site to no avail my local rv shops just say bring it in to match as there are many hinge set...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-19-2020, 03:00 PM
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84 Bigfoot 17' body care
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rogerfb
I used New Glass 2 on a motorhome & was well...
I used New Glass 2 on a motorhome & was well pleased, I plan to use it on my 86 17ft look up factory info
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
11-25-2020, 06:46 PM
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Tankless water heater
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rogerfb
originater
I started this thread never thinking it would go so far, lots of interesting points,
But I found a much later atwood water heater same style as original, it came from a person stripping a damaged...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
11-15-2020, 07:10 PM
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Tankless water heater
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rogerfb
Tankless water heater
1986 17ft BF My water heater is finnished, considering a Camplux tankless, it should fit nicely to right of sink above the fridge, It will have to be vented,
Any comments or advice appreciated
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-04-2020, 02:14 PM
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Bigfoot B17
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rogerfb
Thanks
I think you have good idear that pilot is heat I can feal, will check out main burner jet, thanks
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-27-2020, 05:29 PM
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Bigfoot B17
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rogerfb
Bigfoot B17
Help My Hydro flame everest 79/80 it works only a little, thier is heat from exhaust, if you put your hand in blowing area the ducting gets warm, but not enough to produce warm air, has recently...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-15-2020, 01:29 PM
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Easy Access for Bigfoot propane tanks
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rogerfb
bottle covers
Hi I purchased 4in flush deck covers ie marine, I put one above each propane valvd, works well can also reach regulater I have large hands & 4in work but if very large hands get the 5in, they used to...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-28-2020, 12:50 PM
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Vintage Bigfoot Parts Guide
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rogerfb
86 bigfoot drawer parts
My Bigfoot drawer is Delta Guide 100 All parts are available from
Swisco inc Hope that helps someone as my drawer rear mounts were broken
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-11-2020, 07:09 PM
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Bigfoot B17
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rogerfb
Bigfoot B17
86 anybody know where to get drawer rear supports for my 86 Bigfoot
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-10-2020, 04:00 PM
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Vintage Bigfoot Parts Guide
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20,976
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rogerfb
bigfoot rear drawer mount
Any idears I need several rear drawer slide mounts 86 17ft
Thanks Roger
Forum:
General Chat
08-10-2020, 03:39 PM
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Big Foot leak
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rogerfb
Big Foot leak
My Big Foot was leak free when parked, but on driving in big storm lots water came in top right corner, found the screw holding the end of the awning was rusted away leaving 1/8 in hole, this screw...
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General Chat
08-02-2020, 05:33 PM
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1st Trip in Bigfoot
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rogerfb
1st Trip in Bigfoot
First trip in my new to me 86 Bigfoot 17, Thursday we leave Vancouver Island & head for Fort Nelson on Alaska Highway, At 82 Thought we had finnished with RVs but with this virus do not want to stay...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-30-2020, 07:31 AM
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28
Bigfoot Norseman Awning Replacement ???
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18,756
Posted By
rogerfb
Could I please have the tension instuctions as I...
Could I please have the tension instuctions as I need more tension on my awning , Thanks
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-13-2020, 01:18 PM
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1984 BIGFOOT B17 Restoration
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18,092
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rogerfb
paint
This is a little of topic, but does anybody know colour of main frame, thanks Rogerfb
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General Chat
07-03-2020, 06:54 AM
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Bigfoot B17
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547
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rogerfb
bigfoot
In amazing condition for 34yr old rv, few minor problems, but will be doing upgrades, 2yrs ago previous owner had RV shop go over everything for trip up Alaska highway, new tyres, brakes, etc Now...
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General Chat
07-02-2020, 09:32 AM
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Bigfoot B17
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547
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rogerfb
Bigfoot B17
Just purchased 1986 Bigfoot B17 DLX
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-30-2020, 07:50 PM
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48
1984 BIGFOOT B17 Restoration
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Posted By
rogerfb
A couple of years ago I totally rebuilt a Ventura...
A couple of years ago I totally rebuilt a Ventura with sagging roof, worked out the curve then cut 2x4 spruce into 1/4in strips, made mold out of 2x6 then laminated 4 strips with epoxy [ messy] &...
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Classified Archives
11-21-2018, 09:29 AM
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BC |
SOLD: Ventura
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2,765
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rogerfb
Sold
Sold
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Classified Archives
09-10-2018, 01:17 PM
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BC |
SOLD: Ventura
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rogerfb
REDUCED to $7000 obo
REDUCED to $7000 obo
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Classified Archives
09-09-2018, 08:19 AM
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BC |
SOLD: Ventura
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2,765
Posted By
rogerfb
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Classified Archives
09-09-2018, 08:15 AM
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BC |
SOLD: Ventura
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2,765
Posted By
rogerfb
Ventura
pics124408124409
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Classified Archives
09-08-2018, 08:08 AM
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BC |
SOLD: Ventura
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2,765
Posted By
rogerfb
SOLD: Ventura
Ventura 1976 Rebuilt interior, includes new roof joists,
Refinished exterior, new paint new seals all round.
3 Way Dometic Fridge, All work, LED Lights inside & out,
Awning, Spare Wheel, ...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-28-2018, 09:36 AM
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1975 Ventura
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2,077
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rogerfb
Glass top & bottom together with chopped mat...
Glass top & bottom together with chopped mat resin, from auto body shop suplier
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-28-2018, 09:35 AM
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1975 Ventura
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2,077
Posted By
rogerfb
I am rebuilding 76 took of belly band, rescrewd...
I am rebuilding 76 took of belly band, rescrewd SS in few extra places the glassed the top & bottom together, now I am in process of prep for paint, thenI will replace belly band
note auto body...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-09-2018, 07:41 AM
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4
Ventura Sticker
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1,837
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rogerfb
Ventura
Hi Patricia I checked my sent mail & it went, must be in space ?
Try my order no 370622 date 01/05/2018
They should be able locate it from that
Rogerfb
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-08-2018, 05:35 PM
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4
Ventura Sticker
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1,837
Posted By
rogerfb
Stickers
I sent you a private reply
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
01-05-2018, 01:57 PM
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Ventura Sticker
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1,837
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rogerfb
Ventura Sticker
Ventura Sticker, I have just ordered stickers for my Ventura from
Carstickers.com they now have this sticker on file, It was approx $20 for 2
Hope this helps someone
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Hi, I am....
11-06-2017, 12:22 PM
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Rogerfb
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800
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rogerfb
I guess it worked thanks for help
I guess it worked thanks for help
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Hi, I am....
11-06-2017, 12:21 PM
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Rogerfb
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800
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rogerfb
Hi113566113567113568113569113570
Hi113566113567113568113569113570
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Hi, I am....
11-06-2017, 12:19 PM
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Rogerfb
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800
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rogerfb
Here we go at pics before work
Here we go at pics before work
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Hi, I am....
11-06-2017, 10:21 AM
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How to post pictures
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788
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rogerfb
How to post pictures
New be here how do I post pics
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-05-2017, 05:55 PM
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3
73 Bargman door lock
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1,017
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rogerfb
73 Bargman door lock
I am a newbe My first mod on a 73 Ventura
Bargman door lock, Lock itself worked quite well for the age but the Zink stiker was warn down nearly 1/8th in, I stripped lock removed the striker bar...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-20-2017, 09:40 AM
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Ventura reno
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12,721
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rogerfb
Roger
Thanks For info you did a good job, I will use some of your Idears on my just purchased 73 Ventura
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General Chat
10-18-2017, 10:58 AM
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Rogerfb
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738
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rogerfb
Rogerfb
May be silly ? from a new owner & do it yourselfer,
Has anbody used coloured truck bed liner to paint exterior of trailer, reason I ask is I have a lot of spider cracks in top half of my Ventura,...
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Hi, I am....
10-17-2017, 02:45 PM
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Rogerfb
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800
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rogerfb
Rogerfb
Hi just joined, Live in Cobble Hill, Have just purchsed 73 Ventura, condition fair but will spend lot of time bringing it up to top condition,
glad I found this site, lots good info
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