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Old 09-05-2018, 10:16 AM   #21
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Full-timing in a 13' Boler seems so awesome to me. I'd love to try it in our Trillium someday, even just for a few months. Good luck in your efforts! You've done a lot of work already.
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Old 09-05-2018, 11:17 AM   #22
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That looks awesome-wanna work on my ‘78 Burro-bought it 2 months ago -needs work😁. Had it out twice so far and it’s been great. How did you fix your vent fan in the roof-guy who had mine before added a new one but screwed up thru the roof - obviously leaks. Looking for options and yours turned out great.
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Old 09-05-2018, 12:59 PM   #23
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How much weight

Welcome. And great work. In my case i am very conscious of each lb that i add or remove. Did you weigh your boler before and after? With a truck pulling it i expect weight is not an issue though.
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Old 09-10-2018, 05:36 PM   #24
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Welcome. And great work. In my case i am very conscious of each lb that i add or remove. Did you weigh your boler before and after? With a truck pulling it i expect weight is not an issue though.
That definitely would have been a great idea if I had have done that. I dont think weight will be an issue. I'm pulling my boler with my 1998 tacoma 4x4 v6. I haven't had an issues with it so far. I think the weight that I may have added will be marginal. Since the cabinet doors are very similar in weight. And bed platform adding solar and batteries will add some extra though for sure!
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Old 09-10-2018, 05:38 PM   #25
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Full-timing in a 13' Boler seems so awesome to me. I'd love to try it in our Trillium someday, even just for a few months. Good luck in your efforts! You've done a lot of work already.
Thank you for the kudos! Trying to make this guy as comfortable as possible so it will be an enjoyable time next summer! Looking at doing about 3-4 months in it.
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Old 09-10-2018, 05:47 PM   #26
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That looks awesome-wanna work on my ‘78 Burro-bought it 2 months ago -needs work[emoji16]. Had it out twice so far and it’s been great. How did you fix your vent fan in the roof-guy who had mine before added a new one but screwed up thru the roof - obviously leaks. Looking for options and yours turned out great.
Thank you! I will be doing my first trip this weekend and I cant wait!

I bought a new fantastic roof fan. Fan-Tastic Vent 801200 ABS LID Vent Create-A-Breeze 3-Speed Manual Crank ABS Smoke Dome https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0027XAN78/..._kfWLBbZ1TESGQ

Then removed the old fan. Used a razor and lots of effort and got rid of the total mess that was the old caulking job. Next dry fit the vent. Made sure it fit ok. Next made a wooden frame out of 1/2 inch plywood. Marked all my holes and drilled them. Used stainless steel #10 machine screws with lock nuts and washers. Next I added butyl tape under the fan and installed it. Added bolts, the carefully caulked it. The interior plastic guard I had to cut about 3-4 inches off. For this I used the blade of a hacksaw. Then screwed it in with wood screws.
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Old 09-10-2018, 05:50 PM   #27
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Thank you! I will be doing my first trip this weekend and I cant wait!

I bought a new fantastic roof fan. Fan-Tastic Vent 801200 ABS LID Vent Create-A-Breeze 3-Speed Manual Crank ABS Smoke Dome https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0027XAN78/..._kfWLBbZ1TESGQ

Then removed the old fan. Used a razor and lots of effort and got rid of the total mess that was the old caulking job. Next dry fit the vent. Made sure it fit ok. Next made a wooden frame out of 1/2 inch plywood. Marked all my holes and drilled them. Used stainless steel #10 machine screws with lock nuts and washers. Next I added butyl tape under the fan and installed it. Added bolts, the carefully caulked it. The interior plastic guard I had to cut about 3-4 inches off. For this I used the blade of a hacksaw. Then screwed it in with wood screws.
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Old 09-10-2018, 06:03 PM   #28
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I'll agree with everyone else, VERY IMPRESSIVE!!!!! And in such a short period of time.
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Old 09-10-2018, 06:10 PM   #29
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I'll agree with everyone else, VERY IMPRESSIVE!!!!! And in such a short period of time.
Thanks Steve!!!
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Old 09-11-2018, 03:49 AM   #30
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Boler renovation updated!

I have been keeping busy with more jobs this week. Getting ready for my first trip this coming weekend!

Sawcut Arizona Allure Vinyl flooring from home depot. Only needed one box of 8 boards to do it! I used 1/2 pine trim and stained it to make it match the floor more. PL premium and nail gun to lock the trim in place.

Installed simple shelves into storage closet. Size based on height of canned goods and Mason jars.

3 LED lights installed under each cabinet. Really hally with the clean light they give off. (New DC converter om it's way in the mail, old ones bridge rectifier has burnt out).

New shurflo pump installed with cleaned original water tank, new water lines. Waiting on completing the final electrical connections.

4 new LED running lights installed bought from princess auto. Sealed them in with butyl tape. Used a fine knife to remove any squeeze out. Should keep me very visible on the road at night.

Propane line reconnected and inspected. New stove is working well. Also original fridge is also working well via propane 12v, and 120v hook ups.

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Old 09-11-2018, 06:14 AM   #31
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Great work. Never ceases to amaze me what a little energy will bring to a project.


When I re-did my Trillium some years back, I used that fragrant cedar tongue and grove for the closet and under the sink shelves. Not only was it very light but it smelled wonderful and kept the moths out.
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Old 10-05-2018, 05:02 AM   #32
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amazing!

You, sir, have some serious skill! What an amazing transformation. You've taken that little classic beauty and turned it into essentially a brand new trailer. BRAVO ~ Beyond impressive!! Enjoy your adventures, and keep us posted with any more updates you undertake such as the solar installation, not to mention how you're doing on your travels.
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