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01-21-2015, 10:41 PM
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Commercial Member
Trailer: 1988 Scamp 13 ft and 1982 Perris Pacer 13 ft
Posts: 822
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In the rear, we feature a receiver hitch with a removable bumper. Pull the bumper out and replace with your bike carrier...
Also mounted to the undercarriage is a BAL stabilizer.
And here's a peek at our taillight assembly.
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01-21-2015, 10:42 PM
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#342
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Junior Member
Name: Bob
Trailer: Nest??
California
Posts: 15
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Do I spy a second Nest shell in those photos? Thanks for the shots. Still think that bikes off the back will inconveniently block the door...
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01-21-2015, 10:48 PM
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#343
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Senior Member
Name: Carl
Trailer: 2013 Lil Snoozy #161 (SOLD)/2010 Tacoma
NE Oklahoma
Posts: 2,358
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The beak is a really nice setup.
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01-21-2015, 10:52 PM
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#344
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Senior Member
Trailer: 1988 16 ft Scamp Deluxe
Posts: 25,811
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BAL stabilizers
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Ten Forward - 2014 Escape 5.0 TA
Double Yolk - 1988 16' Scamp Deluxe
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01-21-2015, 11:12 PM
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Commercial Member
Trailer: 1988 Scamp 13 ft and 1982 Perris Pacer 13 ft
Posts: 822
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mtnwater
Still think that bikes off the back will inconveniently block the door...
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Not with a swing away bike rack like that from Yakima and others!
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01-21-2015, 11:16 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: Escape 17 ft
Posts: 8,317
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What size are the dual propane tanks?
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01-21-2015, 11:49 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: Class A Motorhome
Posts: 7,912
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Those small tanks are $$$$$ I bought one for the tent trailer I rebuilt for my son. $85. Ouch for a tiny tank.
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01-22-2015, 01:25 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Denny
Trailer: Lil Snoozy
Michigan
Posts: 552
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Robert, really looks nice.
Is there room for a 30a shore power cord and a 25' water hose. Maybe they could be wound around the propane tanks?
Denny Wolfe
Wanderingourway.wordpress.com
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01-22-2015, 07:34 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: No Trailer Yet
Posts: 1,578
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Curious about tank size too. Does two nest's on the way mean you are open for orders? Wow the Beak turned out so nice. Great work. Where are they built at Composite our your own shop? I wondered if folks will be able to stop by and take a peek at the build process, and try and stay out of your way at the same time
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01-22-2015, 08:44 AM
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Commercial Member
Trailer: 1988 Scamp 13 ft and 1982 Perris Pacer 13 ft
Posts: 822
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We are going with the two 11# "squatties" for the prototype, but are also considering a 20# horizontal. Need to see what makes most sense for us and our design. These tanks are more money, but provide us with more flexibility. Plenty of additional room in the "beak" for cables and hoses.
Yes, anyone that would like to visit us while we sort out the final details of the prototype is welcome to stop by. I'd be happy to give you the tour.
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01-22-2015, 08:58 AM
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#351
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Moderator
Trailer: 2009 19 ft Escape / 2009 Honda Pilot
Posts: 6,283
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Robert Johans
Yes, anyone that would like to visit us while we sort out the final details of the prototype is welcome to stop by. I'd be happy to give you the tour.
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Very generous offer, Robert. I sure do wish I lived closer. Would love to visit your shop.
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01-22-2015, 09:10 AM
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#352
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Senior Member
Name: Tim
Trailer: '88 Scamp 16, layout 4
North Florida
Posts: 1,547
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Robert Johans
We are going with the two 11# "squatties" for the prototype, but are also considering a 20# horizontal. Need to see what makes most sense for us and our design. These tanks are more money, but provide us with more flexibility. Plenty of additional room in the "beak" for cables and hoses.
Yes, anyone that would like to visit us while we sort out the final details of the prototype is welcome to stop by. I'd be happy to give you the tour.
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Careful, this is a mobile and curious bunch on this forum! They just may take you up on your offer. I considered an 11 pounder when I was designing and fabbing the tongue shroud for my Scamp but in the end just made it high enough to clear a standard 20 (had to go almost that high for the batteries anyway). Personally, I would rather have the light, handy 11 pounders over the horizontal 20, but would prefer a standard 20 (or even 30) over either.
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01-22-2015, 11:51 AM
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#353
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Senior Member
Name: Pat
Trailer: 2011 Escape 15a
Minnesota
Posts: 130
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I would love to stop by and look at the Nest, but unfortunately I am 1,862 miles away! Hopefully someday I will own one! Keep the pics coming!
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01-22-2015, 12:06 PM
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#354
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Senior Member
Name: Dave W
Trailer: Trillium 4500 - 1976, 1978, 1979, 1300 - 1977, and a 1973
Alberta
Posts: 6,936
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Robert Johans
We are going with the two 11# "squatties" for the prototype, but are also considering a 20# horizontal. Need to see what makes most sense for us and our design.
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I doubt it will fit, but I like forklift tanks with a quick fill port. They can be filled while attached to the trailer, and you pay by the liter, (gallon). The tank however is even more expensive then two "squatties".
http://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f...ank-49385.html
Here is what it looks like installed:
http://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f...tml#post323323
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01-22-2015, 06:39 PM
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#355
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Senior Member
Name: Mike
Trailer: 2011 Escape 19
Oklahoma
Posts: 6,053
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Soon, folks can hitch up their Nest and fly the coop. In a coupe? Hopefully dinner won't be chicken soup.
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01-22-2015, 06:50 PM
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#356
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Senior Member
Trailer: Class A Motorhome
Posts: 7,912
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Hey Mike, Don't quit your day job.... LOL
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01-22-2015, 09:57 PM
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#357
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Member
Name: Shannon
Trailer: 2002 Scamp 13' Std, Honda CRV
Washington
Posts: 62
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Hey Robert,
Thanks for the pictures. Really enjoy watching the Nest come together....and careful with your offer to let us all drop by the shop -- cuz we'll all come out there! How big is your yard?  Quick question: what is the clearance under the spare tire? Any concern that it will scrape the ground when making bumpy or steep road transitions -- out of driveways or dirt roads, campgrounds, etc? Thanks.
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01-23-2015, 07:49 PM
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#358
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Junior Member
Name: Elizabeth
Trailer: currently shopping
Alabama
Posts: 29
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This is fascinating Robert. Thank you for sharing this. It is like building a huge sculpture....although more complicated... to live and travel in! I wish I had your skill base and knowledge. Bravo......
liz the green eyed = jealous (not really jk = just kidding) would be creator. lol
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01-24-2015, 07:45 PM
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#359
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Commercial Member
Trailer: 1988 Scamp 13 ft and 1982 Perris Pacer 13 ft
Posts: 822
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Hello Shannon, the Nest features a tall wheel and tire set-up, so there is lots of overall ground clearance... And approximately 14" under the spare. Scraping the spare even under the most extreme conditions is not likely.
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01-24-2015, 08:25 PM
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#360
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Junior Member
Name: Elizabeth
Trailer: currently shopping
Alabama
Posts: 29
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just wondering....would "Phoenix Nest" work for a name? Then you could use other mythological birds for all the models you will create in the future...just a thought.
Elizabeth
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