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Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 05-07-2020, 05:49 PM
Replies: 10
For Sale: 1973 Amerigo F16
Views: 2,104
Posted By Mike Watters
Sold

Sold
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-09-2020, 05:48 PM
Replies: 10
For Sale: 1973 Amerigo F16
Views: 2,104
Posted By Mike Watters
hitch

hitch
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-09-2020, 01:48 PM
Replies: 10
For Sale: 1973 Amerigo F16
Views: 2,104
Posted By Mike Watters
I towed it here from Ohio 6 years ago and haven't...

I towed it here from Ohio 6 years ago and haven't towed it since. It was totally gutted, so there are no propane or water lines. I redid the tow wiring. No brakes.

It will include everything I...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-09-2020, 01:11 PM
Replies: 10
For Sale: 1973 Amerigo F16
Views: 2,104
Posted By Mike Watters
Price reduction: $1000 obo

Price reduction: $1000 obo
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-02-2019, 02:29 PM
Replies: 10
For Sale: 1973 Amerigo F16
Views: 2,104
Posted By Mike Watters
Back bed: It was planned to be a sliding...

Back bed: It was planned to be a sliding platform, so it could slide down flat to be a bed, or up to be a couch.

Cupboards are out. I was going to recreate and saved the doors.

Ceiling was...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-02-2019, 09:49 AM
Replies: 10
For Sale: 1973 Amerigo F16
Views: 2,104
Posted By Mike Watters
ALSO: Windows have all been remounted. Front...

ALSO: Windows have all been remounted. Front window was replaced with a glass egress window with rock guard as shown.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-02-2019, 09:48 AM
Replies: 10
For Sale: 1973 Amerigo F16
Views: 2,104
Posted By Mike Watters
1973 Amerigo F16

Amerigo trailer.

It has been gutted for a rebuild and partially reconstructed.

Includes all parts I purchased for the redo including a Futon mattress not pictured .

1500 or best offer ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-25-2015, 08:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,923
Posted By Mike Watters
I've plugged (or partially plugged) several large...

I've plugged (or partially plugged) several large holes in the Amerigo I'm redoing.

For small enough holes, I just covered the hole from the outside with duck tape. As long as the hole is small...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-19-2014, 10:23 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,108
Posted By Mike Watters
I didn't notice this being addressed earlier,...

I didn't notice this being addressed earlier, so...

If I read correctly, you're 'in the market' for a trailer. Any special reason not to just get a toy hauler? Big ramp in the back - drop down...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-21-2014, 03:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,561
Posted By Mike Watters
1972 Amerigo 16 ft Camper - $2000 (Bristol, IN)

Vintage 1972 Amerigo 16 ft Camper (https://southbend.craigslist.org/rvs/4748355444.html)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-29-2014, 01:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
LED lighting is cooler too. (less heat) :) ...

LED lighting is cooler too. (less heat) :)

Converter wiring - if you buy a new converter - I would think it would come with a schematic.

I'm not going to bother with an on-board battery. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2014, 08:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
I'm in the Northwest part - Valparaiso. ...

I'm in the Northwest part - Valparaiso.

Attaching the floor: The plywood in front was "mostly" fine - so I didn't pull it. I just laid more on top to beef it up and smooth it out. Laid plywood...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-18-2014, 09:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
Oh, and the roof might need a little cleaning up.

Oh, and the roof might need a little cleaning up.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-18-2014, 09:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
Here's a couple of the bolts that were pulled...

Here's a couple of the bolts that were pulled from the door when I removed the hinges.

I might have to consider replacing these.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-18-2014, 09:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
Been slow going. All the original running...

Been slow going.

All the original running lights have been removed and the holes filled.
Same with all the "Amerigo" badges.
Original water/power port holes filled.
Big dumb hole in body next...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-02-2014, 10:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
Next thing is to rewire the running lights. I'll...

Next thing is to rewire the running lights. I'll probably eliminate all the ones mounted up high and just leave it to low-mounted lights in the corners along with new tail lights.

That'll require...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-02-2014, 10:41 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
Did a little work on the interior too. Laid down...

Did a little work on the interior too. Laid down a new floor to eliminate the various mushy parts. I'm leaning toward some sort of wood flooring on top of this. I've done linoleum or cheap...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-02-2014, 10:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
OK, been awhile since I was able to do much or...

OK, been awhile since I was able to do much or post about it. Going has been slow due to a dozen other projects that had priority. Anyway - Interior fully gutted some time ago. The front window...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2014, 12:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,464
Posted By Mike Watters
Ooo... Here's one (scroll down to 1000lb...

Ooo... Here's one (scroll down to 1000lb motorcycle carrier and rack)
KT Motorsports 1-877-913-7742 - Motorcycle Carriers & Ramps (https://www.ktmotorsports.com/Motorcycle-Carriers---Ramps.html)
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2014, 11:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,464
Posted By Mike Watters
You might look into flipping the idea around. If...

You might look into flipping the idea around. If the scooter rack could be mounted with a hitch extension - the rack would go on the back of the tow vehicle and then the trailer would get hitched on...
Forum: General Chat 04-21-2014, 12:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,295
Posted By Mike Watters
If you pull a Scamp with a Toureg, does that make...

If you pull a Scamp with a Toureg, does that make it a Tour Egg?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-30-2014, 10:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
"A little work" translates as: Remove...

"A little work" translates as:

Remove windows
Replace any weak/rotted wood inside
True the frames if need be
Remount into the shell with new screws into solid wood.

If it's still a problem...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-27-2014, 09:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
ha! Sure! You're welcome!

ha! Sure! You're welcome!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-27-2014, 09:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
Gonna see if they'll still leak or not after a...

Gonna see if they'll still leak or not after a little work - if not, I'll likely just seal them up with acrylic caulk.
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-21-2014, 08:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,313
Posted By Mike Watters
If I didn't have a half-deconstructed Amerigo in...

If I didn't have a half-deconstructed Amerigo in the driveway, I'd go for it. I love the front end windows on that thing!

The fold-down rear offers all sorts of fun possibilities: Porch (or...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-21-2014, 08:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,313
Posted By Mike Watters
It's in no worse shape than the Amerigo I just...

It's in no worse shape than the Amerigo I just got is. Total gut job. At least the gutting largely appears to have already been done - that's a major bonus. Ad says a fair amount of work already...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-21-2014, 06:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,313
Posted By Mike Watters
I know a way I could REALLY annoy my wife now!

I know a way I could REALLY annoy my wife now!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-21-2014, 03:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
The interior gutting continues... Range and...

The interior gutting continues...

Range and hood are available for free to any interested party who wants them (and can come get them).

It's pretty clear that the stock windows have leaked - as...
Forum: General Chat 03-21-2014, 09:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,366
Posted By Mike Watters
Times change in other ways too. The illustration...

Times change in other ways too. The illustration at the top of page 160 shows a guy in a "Pick up camper" beckoning to a woman in a short skirt standing under a lamp post. This sorta lends itself...
Forum: General Chat 03-19-2014, 08:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,788
Posted By Mike Watters
I didn't think the 6' referred to height, well...

I didn't think the 6' referred to height, well not of the trailer anyway. I'm just thinking of what things would be like laying down.

Without any pics to the contrary, this is sounding like a...
Forum: General Chat 03-19-2014, 02:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,788
Posted By Mike Watters
The average height for a male in the US is about...

The average height for a male in the US is about 5'10". Capping the interior at 6' means you're automatically eliminating just under half the population from considering this. Just saying...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-18-2014, 10:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,558
Posted By Mike Watters
I'm 6', so the lost height would be noticeable to...

I'm 6', so the lost height would be noticeable to me. That being said, even top-down, you don't need 6' when laying down to sleep or when sitting down - only when standing to move around. Even with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-18-2014, 05:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,558
Posted By Mike Watters
I like the screen-top. It's a mod I've thought...

I like the screen-top. It's a mod I've thought would be great for years. In essence, it becomes the world's largest ceiling vent. Should be able to bring in LOTS of nice cool air without hardly...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-14-2014, 05:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
The weather is semi-respectable again! Back...

The weather is semi-respectable again! Back outside tearing out the interior of the Amerigo. Lord, what a mess! NOT looking forward to tearing up the floor!!! What little wood I can get in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-14-2014, 04:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,064
Posted By Mike Watters
If headroom is an issue - is the bed tall enough?...

If headroom is an issue - is the bed tall enough?

Anyway - is the main part of the Scamp floor lowered the same way it is in the old Bolers? Seems to me that the most direct way to address the...
Forum: General Chat 03-10-2014, 10:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,423
Posted By Mike Watters
I hadn't thought about this in years - but does...

I hadn't thought about this in years - but does anybody else remember the HUGE problem that cropped up with all the trailers that FEMA brought in for people displaced by Hurricane Katrina? Lots of...
Forum: General Chat 03-10-2014, 09:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,423
Posted By Mike Watters
Is there any special reason to look at the...

Is there any special reason to look at the fiberglass and not everything else in the trailer? Other than the glass, there's plenty of adhesives and such to think about.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-09-2014, 06:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By Mike Watters
Temperature was FINALLY warm enough that I was...

Temperature was FINALLY warm enough that I was willing to go outside and do some gutting (I don't "do" that work outside in the freezing cold thing anymore.).

Pulled the Stove/Oven thing and the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-05-2014, 08:44 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,550
Posted By Mike Watters
What I find most interesting about this whole...

What I find most interesting about this whole gas-v-electric thing is that there are so many people for which is appears to be an article of faith.

Where we tend to camp here in Indiana - all the...
Forum: General Chat 03-04-2014, 09:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,608
Posted By Mike Watters
Here's a "you'd think this would be obvious,...

Here's a "you'd think this would be obvious, but..." sort of suggestion.

Clean out misc junk and trash out of it before you take pictures. I've seen soooooo many pictures of trailers for sale...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-02-2014, 07:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,509
Posted By Mike Watters
Found an old photo with the awning.

Found an old photo with the awning.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-02-2014, 07:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,509
Posted By Mike Watters
Our first trailer (Boler) didn't have an awning...

Our first trailer (Boler) didn't have an awning rail. But, for some reason, the previous owner had installed a couple of eye bolts through the belly band on each end of the trailer.

What we did...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-27-2014, 05:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,886
Posted By Mike Watters
Don't suppose you've got any pictures?

Don't suppose you've got any pictures?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-27-2014, 05:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,886
Posted By Mike Watters
That would also take care of that nasty...

That would also take care of that nasty sun-in-your-eyes-in-the-morning problem too!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-27-2014, 04:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,886
Posted By Mike Watters
I've mentioned this before elsewhere - but...

I've mentioned this before elsewhere - but depending on the specifics of the sunroof/moonroof/etc - Our PlayPac had a big plexiglass dome in the roof. Leaking was avoided (at least temporarily) with...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 02-27-2014, 04:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,104
Posted By Mike Watters
Yeah... If I google myself I can find things I...

Yeah... If I google myself I can find things I posted to usenet 20 years ago.

My favorite things are the "me"s that aren't really me. I'm an NFL football player somewhere, own a surprising...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-27-2014, 01:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,886
Posted By Mike Watters
When thinking about my new-to-me Amerigo on the...

When thinking about my new-to-me Amerigo on the other hand... I'm resistant to installing even a reasonable roof vent in it. Why? It doesn't have one now and I'd have to cut through that perfectly...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-25-2014, 10:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,894
Posted By Mike Watters
The numbers I've seeing for the tow capacity of a...

The numbers I've seeing for the tow capacity of a Honda CR-V is 1500 pounds. Scamp puts the 13-footer at 1200-1500. They put the 16-footer STARTING at 1750. Sounds like a reason to go with the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-25-2014, 10:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,894
Posted By Mike Watters
The clear and unambiguous answer is "it depends"....

The clear and unambiguous answer is "it depends".

It depends on how big you are (in various dimensions). The bigger (in any way), the worse the fit. We started out in a 13' Boler (small Scamps...
Forum: General Chat 02-24-2014, 09:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,687
Posted By Mike Watters
I have seen that one MANY times!!! My wife...

I have seen that one MANY times!!!

My wife had one fly off in front of her and land on her windshield.

I wonder - how good of shape is this mattress going to be in after suffering that sort of...
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