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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-30-2024, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 786
Posted By bobblangley
What is the value of my 1994 Bigfoot 17G trailer?

It's time to consider selling my 1994 Bigfoot 17 Gaucho trailer. It's a bit of an enigma inasmuch as, while everything works and I would take it on a trip tomorrow, it likely had some past issues...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-20-2023, 10:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 815
Posted By bobblangley
I am going to totally remove mine and replace it...

I am going to totally remove mine and replace it with a somewhat larger brand new frame and door.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-11-2023, 09:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 815
Posted By bobblangley
Bigfoot outdoor storage compartment

It's time to replace the door on the storage compartment on the left, rear of my 1995 Bigfoot 17G. There are no screws that I can see holding it in place so I suspect there are screws below the trim...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-09-2023, 11:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,113
Posted By bobblangley
I found a post online that stated these were made...

I found a post online that stated these were made in the Bigfoot factory. No idea whether or not that is a true statement.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-22-2023, 03:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,021
Posted By bobblangley
Could you please let me know whether or not your...

Could you please let me know whether or not your trailer is still for sale. And, if it is, is it a 4 season model? Thanks.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-12-2023, 05:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,299
Posted By bobblangley
2003 Bigfoot 21' RB 25th Anniversary

I have found a one of these for sale but it's a too far from where I live to make a trip just for a look. I currently own a 17' Gaucho that is not 4 season and would upgrade to the 21 RB only if...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-08-2023, 12:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,957
Posted By bobblangley
Also take a look at Bigfoot 17

Take a look at Bigfoot 17 trailers.

They are larger inside than Casitas, etc. and don't weigh all that much more.

They are somewhat less aerodynamic though.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-07-2023, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 855
Posted By bobblangley
Another helpful piece of information would be...

Another helpful piece of information would be where the kitchen window is situated relative to the front and back of the trailer.

Would anyone with a newer model with the larger fridge to the left...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-07-2023, 06:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 855
Posted By bobblangley
Floorplan for newer Bigfoot Gaucho 17.5

I have a 1995 Bigfoot Gaucho that has the fairly small fridge under the right hand side of the kitchen counter (as you face the counter).

I seem to recall having seen some newer models --...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-24-2022, 03:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,276
Posted By bobblangley
Although I can see the appeal, I'd be reluctant...

Although I can see the appeal, I'd be reluctant to replace sliding windows with fixed windows.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-15-2022, 11:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 998
Posted By bobblangley
There may have been changes between 1995 and 2006...

There may have been changes between 1995 and 2006 but, fwiw, on my 1995 17.5 Gaucho, the water heater pilot has to be lit from the outside after opening up the water heater cover on the front,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-30-2022, 09:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,274
Posted By bobblangley
I have carried bikes (sometimes just one) many...

I have carried bikes (sometimes just one) many times while towing a trailer. Of the many options mentioned, here are a couple I didn't see.

A rack on the front of the tow vehicle

Keep the bike...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-19-2022, 09:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,854
Posted By bobblangley
Here's a solution that might work depending upon...

Here's a solution that might work depending upon what you need the shore power for.

All I need when my trailer is stored is to run a dehumidifier 24/7 and, sometmes, a heater. It's convenient to...
Forum: General Chat 04-08-2022, 10:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,230
Posted By bobblangley
I currently own a 1995 Bigfoot 17.5 Gaucho and,...

I currently own a 1995 Bigfoot 17.5 Gaucho and, in the past, have owned a good quality cabover camper. I haven't seen the Scout but, based on my experience, I can't imagine that it can begin to...
Forum: General Chat 03-05-2022, 11:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,707
Posted By bobblangley
1 - I don't think it's fair to blame the site for...

1 - I don't think it's fair to blame the site for something only a few of its users might do.

2 - Personally, I find the site extremely helpful and appreciate it a lot.

3 - I think it's in bad...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-21-2022, 10:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,637
Posted By bobblangley
The same kit seems available on eBay all the time...

The same kit seems available on eBay all the time for $107.70.

And HD also has the same kit with a 300-W inverter for $11 more = $99.88 BUT, it is out of stock at the moment.
Forum: General Chat 01-14-2022, 09:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,686
Posted By bobblangley
Would you mind sending a link to the waterless...

Would you mind sending a link to the waterless toilet that you use and like?
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-01-2021, 03:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,716
Posted By bobblangley
I have seen and also considered making this...

I have seen and also considered making this modification on my Bigfoot 17.5 -

Remove one propane tank and install 2 6-v batteries in series.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-16-2021, 10:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,382
Posted By bobblangley
I have been using one of these for several months...

I have been using one of these for several months and it has been working really well -

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0816T8CTF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I don't...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-16-2021, 05:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,382
Posted By bobblangley
I live in a humid environment and have run a...

I live in a humid environment and have run a dehumidifier in my trailer for several years now -- it makes a huge difference.

Like you, I leave cabinet doors, etc. open to promote air flow but I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-13-2021, 08:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,819
Posted By bobblangley
SOLAR PANELS

How many people have theirs hard-wired into their electrical system and how many people use theirs with connection directly to the battery?

Is there a drawback to direct connection to the battery?...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-12-2021, 12:30 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,555
Posted By bobblangley
I would say that you are definitely in over your...

I would say that you are definitely in over your head.

And that it will cost more than $4,000 to complete the renovation.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-20-2021, 02:10 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,533
Posted By bobblangley
As of today (9/10/2021) campfires are allowed in...

As of today (9/10/2021) campfires are allowed in OR state parks.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-18-2021, 09:41 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,533
Posted By bobblangley
Some news for those who are worried about not...

Some news for those who are worried about not being able to use their propane fireplaces at the rally. Here's an announcement today from Lincoln County.
...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-18-2021, 04:19 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,533
Posted By bobblangley
I live 20 miles from South Beach CG; at my...

I live 20 miles from South Beach CG; at my location, we had >1" of rain overnight so the restrictions might change between now and Sept. 30.

Otoh, there isn't any more rain forecast here for the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-12-2021, 05:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,723
Posted By bobblangley
DEHUMIDIFIER

Can anyone recommend from first hand experience a dehumidifier that will handle the space inside a Bigfoot 17G trailer (approx 800 cu ft). I live on the NW coast where the winters are very wet so it...
Forum: General Chat 07-12-2021, 10:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,057
Posted By bobblangley
I am not sure when but, sometime after 1995, some...

I am not sure when but, sometime after 1995, some nice changes were made to the 17' Gaucho plan -- smaller upper cabinets and larger windows being amongst the most noticeable.

I can attest from...
Forum: General Chat 06-23-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,370
Posted By bobblangley
I don't think anyone has mentioned rest areas;...

I don't think anyone has mentioned rest areas; they are not the nicest areas in which to hang out but, if there is one near a scenic area where you can spend the day, they are OK to pull into for...
Forum: General Chat 05-01-2021, 10:31 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,036
Posted By bobblangley
i live on the central Oregon coast and there are...

i live on the central Oregon coast and there are 5 CG's within 10 miles of my house.

They have all been pretty close to full for several weeks now even though covid cases in OR are rising at the...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 04-24-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,287
Posted By bobblangley
There are a lot of people who like that sort of...

There are a lot of people who like that sort of traveling -- but it's not the only style. Personally, I'd rather spend my days in places more beautiful that the average CG. When I can, I spend my...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-06-2021, 08:57 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,533
Posted By bobblangley
I didn't have any trouble reserving a site in...

I didn't have any trouble reserving a site in Loop D but there were not all that many left.

This will be my first such event and I am looking forward to it even though South Beach CG is only 20...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2021, 04:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 967
Posted By bobblangley
I have a 1995 Bigfoot. All I did was unscrew the...

I have a 1995 Bigfoot. All I did was unscrew the existing bulbs and replace them with LED bulbs with the same configuration. There was no need to replace the actual fixtures.
Forum: General Chat 03-22-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,427
Posted By bobblangley
Would you mind sharing how you removed the...

Would you mind sharing how you removed the graphics from your trailer? I've experimented with little sections of my 1995 trailer and the graphics seem very firmly attached. Thanks.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-11-2021, 06:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,652
Posted By bobblangley
That's a good thing. There's not much worse than...

That's a good thing. There's not much worse than lying in bed waiting for a sound you know is going to happen sooner or later but not knowing just when that will be.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-11-2021, 06:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,652
Posted By bobblangley
I never keep mine on at night; just use a good...

I never keep mine on at night; just use a good down sleeping bag. I am pretty sure that the digital thermostat still clicks in pretty much the same way as the analog did.

I also added a Wave 3...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-11-2021, 04:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,652
Posted By bobblangley
I just took out the OEM thermostat and wired in...

I just took out the OEM thermostat and wired in the Luxpro. Everything seems to work quite well.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-11-2021, 04:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,652
Posted By bobblangley
Thanks, Glenn. I can't tell from your photo so...

Thanks, Glenn. I can't tell from your photo so could you please tell me the two terminals that your wires are attached to?

I have a Luxpro low voltage thermostat with terminals labeled "G", W1",...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-11-2021, 02:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,652
Posted By bobblangley
Digital thermostat for older Bigfoot

Can anyone recommend a digital thermostat that can replace the simple 2-wire OEM thermostat in a 1995 Bigfoot trailer?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-18-2021, 05:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 966
Posted By bobblangley
There is a consensus that a Callmark cover will...

There is a consensus that a Callmark cover will be good for providing UV protection.

I wish I had more UV to be concerned about but my issue is more focused on keeping water off of the trailer.
...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-14-2021, 01:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,774
Posted By bobblangley
It looks as if it is time to perform a similar...

It looks as if it is time to perform a similar repair on the door of my 17G. Even though it works just fine, I can feel that it is mushy by pushing from the inside. In looking at the door, though,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-02-2021, 11:49 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,149
Posted By bobblangley
Would you mind telling me exactly where you...

Would you mind telling me exactly where you located the batteries?

Do have any concerns about the extra weight on the tongue?

Thanks.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-02-2021, 11:47 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,149
Posted By bobblangley
Here is another way of looking at it - I am...

Here is another way of looking at it -

I am pulling my trailer with a full-size pickup with an 8' bed covered with a shell so there's is plenty of room to store an extra propane tank in the truck....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-01-2021, 02:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 817
Posted By bobblangley
Suport post in Bigfoot 17G

Does anyone know how critical the post holding up the left side a cabinet is? Is it structural?

Has anyone removed it in his/her trailer.

My trailer is a 1995 17G.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-01-2021, 02:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,149
Posted By bobblangley
More propane or extra battery?

I have a 1995 Bigfoot 17G with a single battery and two 5-gallon propane tanks outside the trailer on the hitch.

I mainly boondock and haven't put in a solar system yet even though I probably...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-29-2021, 04:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 966
Posted By bobblangley
This is interesting - I emailed for a "Quick...

This is interesting -

I emailed for a "Quick Quote" from Calmark for a 1995 Bigfoot 17G; it came back at $1022.

I seemed to recall having gotten a quote some time in the past and was able to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-29-2021, 03:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 966
Posted By bobblangley
In the very wet and humid climate here on the OR...

In the very wet and humid climate here on the OR coast, I worry about moisture getting under the cover and creating an environment conducive to mold growth.

We also have occasional extreme winds...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-29-2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 966
Posted By bobblangley
Callmark covers

I need to do something to keep precipitation off of my trailer and am considering a custom Callmark cover. Could some folks who use them or have used them in the past please give me some feedback...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-09-2020, 12:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,186
Posted By bobblangley
I find that a nut driver in a battery operated...

I find that a nut driver in a battery operated drill works really well.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 10-31-2020, 09:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 531
Posted By bobblangley
I have a 1995 that I am considering selling. It...

I have a 1995 that I am considering selling. It is in Yachats, OR.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-29-2020, 11:04 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,976
Posted By bobblangley
But, when you are running potentially hundreds of...

But, when you are running potentially hundreds of gallons through a dehumidifier, you need a safe way to get it out of your trailer. I definitely wouldn't want to try collecting it in a vessel then...
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