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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-27-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,408
Posted By pjanits
Frame

I took my 86 burro to a local welder to inspect the frame. he crawled under and rapped the frame all over with his knuckle ( ouch) he said if you hear a ringing sound its ok. If it thumps or is dull...
Forum: General Chat 05-22-2021, 12:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,571
Posted By pjanits
Heating the valve with a torch was a joke...

Heating the valve with a torch was a joke right???????
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-10-2021, 12:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,508
Posted By pjanits
You might haver a shorted bulb.

You might haver a shorted bulb.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-10-2021, 12:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,195
Posted By pjanits
Slightly off topic

If you have front wheel drive a WDH is needed if you want to up any hill that is gravel. Trust me on this. As was said above if your front end is up high and rear end down, you will have no traction....
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 04-01-2020, 10:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,331
Posted By pjanits
I have stored mine at a casino that has camping...

I have stored mine at a casino that has camping for a week pretty cheap.
It was north of Scottsdale and could be watched by the office. They had a lot of RV there.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-17-2018, 10:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,002
Posted By pjanits
That is one pretty weld!

That is one pretty weld!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-22-2018, 02:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,270
Posted By pjanits
Dexter will sell to users. I bought my 3500 lb...

Dexter will sell to users. I bought my 3500 lb axle from dexter in Georgia. They were very helpful with measurements etc. Give them a call
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-14-2018, 02:17 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 15,981
Posted By pjanits
Subaru website

Just looked up the Ascent on the Subaru website as I am also looking for a 5000 lb tow vehicle. They show a picture of it towing a very large looking Airstream. I find this dubious at best. I guess I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-19-2017, 03:04 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
Read above posts, both are available on...

Read above posts, both are available on Amazon.com Yes the brush is throw away.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-19-2017, 08:11 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
Gel Coat

Total Boat Gel Coat White with wax
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-18-2017, 07:25 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
Quick update

I repaired the cracks with fiberglass and decided to gel coat the area. I used a brush and hated the look. So I sanded it down and used a Jen Mfg poly brush. It held up really well to the gel coat...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2017, 03:16 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
The stainless steel pin survived a trip to...

The stainless steel pin survived a trip to Atlanta and back, so far so good.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-10-2017, 08:42 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
Update: We made the 7,000 mile trip with no...

Update: We made the 7,000 mile trip with no further issues, the cracks did not grow or leak with the duct tape on them. However when I got home I had to pry off the locking pin because of all the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-26-2017, 09:35 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,803
Posted By pjanits
I believe fiberglass is 100% waterproof, gelcoat...

I believe fiberglass is 100% waterproof, gelcoat is just pretty.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-24-2017, 03:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,584
Posted By pjanits
As a point of interest my 1986 Burro 17" had a...

As a point of interest my 1986 Burro 17" had a 1000 lb axle from the factory. This was a dance hall version ( no bathroom) I was pretty surprised it was so lightweight. I replaced it with a New 3500...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2017, 02:28 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
Anyway Dave's long post on fiberglass repairs...

Anyway Dave's long post on fiberglass repairs will come in very handy when I get home in 7 weeks or so.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
Scary site huh? I know what you mean.

Scary site huh? I know what you mean.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2017, 02:26 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
You got it. The photo shown of the part on the...

You got it. The photo shown of the part on the car whatever you want to call it is what I saw left after everything else went down the road. And we are not talking about chains at all remember?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-24-2017, 02:24 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
Yep a big Jesus clip I checked twice. The...

Yep a big Jesus clip I checked twice. The Kentucky road I75 was very bumpy I'm sure it added to the problem. I still can't believe it happened.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-23-2017, 08:21 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
The drawbar stayed on the car, everything else...

The drawbar stayed on the car, everything else left but stayed intact on the trailer. The main pin on the drawbar disappeared. Why I don't know. The chains I know about, and we are not going to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-23-2017, 03:40 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
The equalizer ball mount part, all of it. The...

The equalizer ball mount part, all of it. The nice curved equalizer bars made a very nice skid plate, Lots of sparks.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-23-2017, 11:24 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
more

The round hole taped up is the marine hatch for my air conditioner, it's in Kentucky somewhere. I have a new on on order. After some thought I think we will continue the journey and repair the Burro...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-23-2017, 11:20 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,693
Posted By pjanits
New modification

On the first day of our 7 to 8 weeks cross country road trip, I felt a lightness towing the trailer on I75 three lanes wide in Kentucky at 66 mph. I looked into the mirror and saw what looked like...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-03-2016, 06:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,565
Posted By pjanits
Thanks everybody. I don't have the bathroom...

Thanks everybody. I don't have the bathroom version but my wife does carry a lot of shoes. It's possible I could be too heavy, I'll try to get it weighed next time out. The wear is not severe on the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-02-2016, 11:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,565
Posted By pjanits
Tire pressure

I have approx 5~6,000 miles now on my Northern Tool 14 inch tire. A new axle from Dexter with the same mileage. The max tire pressure on the tires is 50 psi. I run them at 50 psi. My question is the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-29-2016, 08:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,237
Posted By pjanits
The 12v lines I capped and taped off. May need...

The 12v lines I capped and taped off. May need them for something later.
Propane line was capped with a flare plug to match the fitting, got it at Lowes. After removing front screws it slides out...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-27-2016, 03:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,237
Posted By pjanits
See my new a/c mod on my Burro. Same thing.

See my new a/c mod on my Burro. Same thing.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-27-2016, 10:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,696
Posted By pjanits
I really don't think any pictures would help, it...

I really don't think any pictures would help, it just looks like a deadbolt. I will say that it was a Home depot regular cheap deadbolt. Mounted between the top of the door latch and the raised line...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-27-2016, 09:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,142
Posted By pjanits
I slapped some refectix over the back windows...

I slapped some refectix over the back windows yesterday to see and I got a 6 degree drop. Outside or inside didn't seem to make a difference. I am going to figure out a way to make some nice way to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2016, 01:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,142
Posted By pjanits
Ha! I read that this morning. I think Burning Man...

Ha! I read that this morning. I think Burning Man is off my list.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2016, 01:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,142
Posted By pjanits
Actually a friend has given me the answer. A...

Actually a friend has given me the answer.
A Year-Long U.S. Road Trip for People Who Want 70-Degree Weather Every Day - CityLab...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2016, 10:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,142
Posted By pjanits
Insulation

I don't know if there is thread on insulation already if there is I can't find it.

Has anyone tried a ceramic paint or some other coating on the roof of their FG camper? Nicely taped off and clean...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2016, 09:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,547
Posted By pjanits
JohnnyM Yes I think the 5k would have been fine...

JohnnyM Yes I think the 5k would have been fine if it was insulated.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2016, 08:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,547
Posted By pjanits
Actually, I think the JBWeld may act as an...

Actually, I think the JBWeld may act as an insulator between them. I gobbed it on pretty good.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2016, 03:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,547
Posted By pjanits
Besides the 8 inch deck plate in the front of the...

Besides the 8 inch deck plate in the front of the trailer I also have one on the rear side and a 4 inch under the floor with fan. They both were part of the ducting for the 5k install. I have not...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2016, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,547
Posted By pjanits
This 5k was kind of crummy. Probably needed...

This 5k was kind of crummy. Probably needed freon. Had only a two speed fan that when in high was about the same as the low on the 8k.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2016, 05:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,547
Posted By pjanits
The 88 degrees was after only 20 min. in the sun....

The 88 degrees was after only 20 min. in the sun. And it was comfortable, that was the benchmark. It was like driving all day and setting up in a campground and turning on the air. 20 min...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-22-2016, 06:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,696
Posted By pjanits
Same as the Burro. I found one in a junk pile at...

Same as the Burro. I found one in a junk pile at an RV dealer a few years back. Since then I have added a deadbolt and use that to lock the camper.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-22-2016, 06:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,547
Posted By pjanits
More pix

Here some pix of the drain.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-22-2016, 05:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,547
Posted By pjanits
New A/C install

I finally got fed up with the puny 5000 btu a/c mounted under the front seat on the drivers side. I tried making duct work and venting but when we went out to Arizona in June all was lost 110...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-14-2016, 11:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,306
Posted By pjanits
c channel

I got mine from a camping world store. They had scrap pieces from the monsters they set up and I got about 11 feet for 8 bucks.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-14-2016, 10:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,408
Posted By pjanits
My 86 Burro 17 window leak

I had a window leak in the rear window or years, intermittent. Drove me nuts. Pulled the window several times and found nothing.
The leak alternated from the left side to the right side or didn't...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-23-2015, 07:05 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 31,505
Posted By pjanits
Hmmmm

This was the first rally we could make. We had a great time and had no problems with the campground or employees at all. They were very busy on Thursday but still came over to fix a small leak in...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-04-2015, 01:05 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 31,505
Posted By pjanits
Tail lights

I'm sorry I mentioned it, JohnnyM and Bluepea I don't want to see any fistfights over these but you guys will have first shot at them. Just wait until I have my first Manhatten before you attack me....
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-23-2015, 01:19 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 31,505
Posted By pjanits
Due to other things going on we are coming in on...

Due to other things going on we are coming in on Thursday NOT Wed.
Site #802
Looking forward to it.
I have 2 new and 3 used birthday cake rear tail light lenses #110 I would sell to anyone...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-08-2015, 12:15 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 31,505
Posted By pjanits
Well we will finally be coming for the first...

Well we will finally be coming for the first time. Site #802. Coming in on Wed 14th
Looking forward to seeing ya'll there.

Pete and Karen
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-15-2015, 07:15 AM
Replies: 920
Views: 502,168
Posted By pjanits
So I have around 6 or 7 coats of Red Max on my...

So I have around 6 or 7 coats of Red Max on my Burro. It's been looking good for several years now. Parked outside most of the time. We must have had a hailstorm sometime last year because there are...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-09-2015, 07:58 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,110
Posted By pjanits
I couldn't find a dealer around me, but my...

I couldn't find a dealer around me, but my daughter lives in Altanta so I combined the trip and picked it up at Dexter about 30 miles away. The Dexter folks were very helpful when I ordered over the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-23-2015, 08:12 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,110
Posted By pjanits
axle

If you remember I said I had to grind one hole on each side with a dremel tool for the bolt to slide in. About 1/4 inch or less I believe. The other bolts lined right up.

You will love that new...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-23-2015, 08:38 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,110
Posted By pjanits
Axle

Jerry,

I am away from home right now so I can't look it up. But if you call them ( I used the Ga. office) they are very helpful. The info you have will get you to the right axle.

Pete
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