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Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 11-29-2019, 05:49 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,088
Posted By Steve L.
Site 108, Wednesday through Monday.

Site 108, Wednesday through Monday.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-11-2019, 01:23 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,118
Posted By Steve L.
One rarely has any control over where this herd...

One rarely has any control over where this herd of cats will take a discussion. This has been more on point than most.:D

I've started using WAGO connectors in place of the "suitcase" splices. I...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 10-31-2019, 01:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,837
Posted By Steve L.
I've used RVParky. I drop a pin about 250 to 300...

I've used RVParky. I drop a pin about 250 to 300 miles out (pretty much what I'm willing to do in a day) and look for places in the area.
Forum: General Chat 10-17-2019, 11:30 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,660
Posted By Steve L.
Indeed. I grew out of that phase. Although my...

Indeed. I grew out of that phase. Although my mother assured me that I was a pleasant child, as first children often are..:loltu

It's all selective bitching to me, even my own comments..
Forum: General Chat 10-17-2019, 07:28 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,660
Posted By Steve L.
As always, noise pollution comes in many flavors....

As always, noise pollution comes in many flavors.

I've been in sites with nonstop barking dogs. You were not supposed to leave your dog alone, but they went off to kyak in the lake and the minute...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-04-2019, 06:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,944
Posted By Steve L.
On my Casita, the charger circuit of the...

On my Casita, the charger circuit of the converter is on an AC circuit breaker. I leave it on all the time so that the battery is charged (if necessary) whenever I plug in. There is no reason to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-03-2019, 06:44 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,389
Posted By Steve L.
Thank you for commenting about that, I found it...

Thank you for commenting about that, I found it very annoying as well. Sort of that new age mumbo jumbo where if they rename something it changes it somehow. They are energy storage devices, i.e....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-02-2019, 06:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,944
Posted By Steve L.
Assuming you are a new to RV-ing I'll ask a...

Assuming you are a new to RV-ing I'll ask a simple question; Is/was the charger turned on while testing? I'm doubting it because the reading should be over 13 volts anywhere in the 12vdc system,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-29-2019, 03:10 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,389
Posted By Steve L.
For my part, my answer would be "don't know,...

For my part, my answer would be "don't know, don't care". I get adequate, if uninspired, performance from the Dometic on propane. Not an option here, apparently. My sense is if I lost use of the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-21-2019, 07:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,151
Posted By Steve L.
A random thought about using those plastic ball...

A random thought about using those plastic ball covers to keep the grease contained: Before the first use, poke a small hole or knife slit in the top of the cover which will break the suction...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-21-2019, 07:41 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,151
Posted By Steve L.
Anderson makes a greaseless hitch ball I've used...

Anderson makes a greaseless hitch ball I've used for about 5 years without issue. Top half is a hard plastic that can be replacesd altough I haven't had to yet. Replacement tops available on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-20-2019, 07:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,252
Posted By Steve L.
My 16' fridge uses no battery power while running...

My 16' fridge uses no battery power while running on propane. Unless they've changed fridges that is a dead end.

My furnace uses 3 amps (measured) while the fan is running.
My water pump uses 7...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-25-2019, 06:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,017
Posted By Steve L.
I interpret your question as wanting to charge...

I interpret your question as wanting to charge the trailer battery while towing to the next camp site (on the road). Not all tow vehicles handle this well.

1. I've seen 400 watt marine wind...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-23-2019, 06:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,053
Posted By Steve L.
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f51/trailer-wei...

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f51/trailer-weights-in-the-real-world-43010.html

There are lists sorted differently somewhere in that post. Same data, just sorted other ways. There is also an...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-23-2019, 01:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,895
Posted By Steve L.
+1 for leaving them attached.

+1 for leaving them attached.
Forum: General Chat 07-22-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 819
Posted By Steve L.
My Honda inverter genny, if pointed away from me...

My Honda inverter genny, if pointed away from me can barely be heard at the entrance to the camp site. If kept on the street side, it is not an issue at the picnic table under the awning. But then...
Forum: General Chat 07-19-2019, 01:41 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,783
Posted By Steve L.
:pth Pretty much at the bottom of my list of...

:pth Pretty much at the bottom of my list of things to worry about, but, whatever floats your boat.
Forum: General Chat 07-15-2019, 05:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 942
Posted By Steve L.
You didn't put it in the for sale area so I can...

You didn't put it in the for sale area so I can see how you lost track of it.

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f91/2012-casita-89713.html

I didn't see any pictures attached to the post.
Forum: General Chat 07-10-2019, 06:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,462
Posted By Steve L.
When I read his note (when seeking help, everyone...

When I read his note (when seeking help, everyone seems to write their notes like we're all standing around watching what's going on:confused: and we don't always get all the background info.) I...
Forum: General Chat 07-09-2019, 06:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,255
Posted By Steve L.
I think we're going off on a tangent about...

I think we're going off on a tangent about magnetic tail lights because Mark said nothing about needing them. It was just Floyd relating what he had to do in the interests of giving a complete...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-08-2019, 04:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,339
Posted By Steve L.
I'm with Steve D except perhaps I'm a little...

I'm with Steve D except perhaps I'm a little rougher around the edges. (No adult supervision these days.) I wouldn't do it. Too close to the limits. This is a well covered topic and I'm not part...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-06-2019, 06:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 960
Posted By Steve L.
There isn't an Escape only forum on this site. ...

There isn't an Escape only forum on this site. If you click on a new topic it asks what existing forum your post is about and I expect it flags your post as Escape related, if that's your intent. ...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-27-2019, 07:45 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,344
Posted By Steve L.
Time for an oldie but goodie. Seem to be...

Time for an oldie but goodie. Seem to be sneaking up on it here. Let's see if we can bring everything camping...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-26-2019, 07:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,839
Posted By Steve L.
The web quotes a 3500-5000 pound towing capacity...

The web quotes a 3500-5000 pound towing capacity range and a ~1400-1600 payload (tongue weight counts against this number).

Two of three Bigfeet in Fred's database (17.5) are in the low 4000...
Forum: General Chat 06-24-2019, 10:19 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 226,234
Posted By Steve L.
You're right. I'm still getting comfortable with...

You're right. I'm still getting comfortable with Windows 10 and it showed it downloaded the sheet three times! That seems right since I clicked the url three times.:pth
Forum: General Chat 06-24-2019, 08:34 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 226,234
Posted By Steve L.
I download Jon's list every so often. I believe...

I download Jon's list every so often. I believe my list is current as of the end of last year. Then I go in and massage the data to give me the summary output. I can't access the url Donna...
Forum: General Chat 06-24-2019, 07:31 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 226,234
Posted By Steve L.
One time....

One time....
Forum: General Chat 06-23-2019, 06:04 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,890
Posted By Steve L.
Responding to a post that seems to be deleted...

Responding to a post that seems to be deleted now...

Similarly, there is one Casita 16' Standard in Fred's database and it was 1780 pounds. Not 1100 pounds.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-23-2019, 07:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,668
Posted By Steve L.
I think the band is cosmetic and is UV resistant....

I think the band is cosmetic and is UV resistant. Any plastic or rubber gasket would be less UV resistant and eventually need to be changed.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-13-2019, 05:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,087
Posted By Steve L.
The generator 12v output is unregulated. It is...

The generator 12v output is unregulated. It is generally considered to be better to plug the trailer into the generator 120v receptacle to use the trailer's charger, or to plug an external charger...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-13-2019, 05:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,460
Posted By Steve L.
While camping I use the BAL Tongue Twister to...

While camping I use the BAL Tongue Twister to finesses the receiver onto the ball. Set it perpendicular to the trailer's long axis. Comes with a ratchet wrench. Very easy to move the hitch left...
Forum: General Chat 06-09-2019, 09:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,663
Posted By Steve L.
As mentioned earlier, a lightweight tent on...

As mentioned earlier, a lightweight tent on wheels. Keep you off the ground, I suppose. Doesn't float my boat but I'm not their target market.

The only thing that strikes me as amazing is that...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-31-2019, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,289
Posted By Steve L.
It is not your responsibility to have the...

It is not your responsibility to have the matching sticker on the trailer. It would be the manufacturer's. You do not need to have the same size tire on the trailer as shown on the sticker. These...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-17-2019, 01:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,110
Posted By Steve L.
Kevin, that thread is from 2013. You may or may...

Kevin, that thread is from 2013. You may or may not get a response from ericw so don't take it personally. He last logged in last October so he's still semi-active.

But there are lots of Scamp...
Forum: General Chat 05-16-2019, 04:10 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,117
Posted By Steve L.
Not exactly in our wheelhouse but there is a lot...

Not exactly in our wheelhouse but there is a lot history in the group.
Forum: General Chat 05-16-2019, 04:03 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,117
Posted By Steve L.
That is...something. I expect there is a canvass...

That is...something. I expect there is a canvass component as well. Well good luck in your search.
Forum: General Chat 05-16-2019, 03:42 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,117
Posted By Steve L.
Save a bigger version of the picture in a post. ...

Save a bigger version of the picture in a post. You can have it as your avatar but I don't know how to zoom in to get a better view.

Can't wait to hear how this turns out.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-15-2019, 06:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,496
Posted By Steve L.
I'm definitely feeling bummed. The thought of...

I'm definitely feeling bummed. The thought of the fish fry keeps me going through the winter.

I have a Possum Lodge patch (on my down vest) but I never bought a hat. That would be a nice...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-15-2019, 04:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,496
Posted By Steve L.
FWIW, I'm struggling with some relatively recent...

FWIW, I'm struggling with some relatively recent health issues and have decided I don't want to leave town just to be sick somewhere else. I've been putting off the decision hoping for an...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-11-2019, 05:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,668
Posted By Steve L.
I wonder what year Casita and what length (16...

I wonder what year Casita and what length (16 curved door or 17 flat door. You might consider updating your title info to help us help you.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-09-2019, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,503
Posted By Steve L.
As mentioned, you should find a "false" bottom...

As mentioned, you should find a "false" bottom under the ring cap. The false cap is not as air tight as the ring cap but once you insert it into the proper sized caulking gun it will be pretty air...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-04-2019, 02:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,672
Posted By Steve L.
Worse than that, I consider the constant...

Worse than that, I consider the constant resurrection of the topic to be an outright troll. Like the recent horsepower vs torque post a couple weeks ago. The guy admitted in his first post he knew...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-04-2019, 09:47 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,684
Posted By Steve L.
On another site we have a woman who wanted a...

On another site we have a woman who wanted a recommendation for what generator she should get that would allow her to run her A/C while boondocking. It was the usual cluster F of recommendations from...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-04-2019, 09:32 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,684
Posted By Steve L.
Don't worry. It's just science. Not even rocket...

Don't worry. It's just science. Not even rocket science. If you weren't paying attention in science class there are lots of people out there on the left coast who specialize in Solar and for a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-04-2019, 09:11 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,684
Posted By Steve L.
It depends. But I don't know how we'd know. ...

It depends. But I don't know how we'd know.

How old is the battery?
How many amp hours is it supposed to have?
Incadescent (sp?)lamps or LEDs?
How long will you burn them?
How often and how...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-30-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,398
Posted By Steve L.
A few years ago I bought an Andersen greaseless...

A few years ago I bought an Andersen greaseless 2" hitch ball. The top half of the ball is a (replaceable) nylon cap. It has worked very well and I've seen no excessive wear so far. Pretty quiet...
Forum: Money Matters 04-27-2019, 04:02 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 23,414
Posted By Steve L.
Apples and oranges of trailers. You'll be...

Apples and oranges of trailers. You'll be happy/unhappy with either if you make up your mind ahead of time. For me, Oliver is the Festool of trailers. Do you get any rounder a hole out of a...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-23-2019, 12:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,496
Posted By Steve L.
Site 69 was sorted out in messages with Trent &...

Site 69 was sorted out in messages with Trent & Jan reporting a typo and being on 74.:thumb

I didn't publish anything because I didn't think it would be noticed since I was just keeping track for...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-23-2019, 05:40 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,496
Posted By Steve L.
I think you're good to go. Plans change and we...

I think you're good to go. Plans change and we don't always hear about it and of course typos happen.

Weather's getting better and I'm more than ready to go. Meet you soon.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-22-2019, 07:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,496
Posted By Steve L.
Dennis/Donna; Welcome to the Fish Fry. Jim and...

Dennis/Donna; Welcome to the Fish Fry. Jim and Peggy Meeks, also part of the Fish Fry, think that they are on site 71 as well. Perhaps something came up and they had to cancel but you might check...
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