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Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-12-2020, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 572
Posted By Tom Trostel
Dave & Linda, Thanks for the update. Martha Jo...

Dave & Linda,
Thanks for the update. Martha Jo and I will look forward to 2021.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2019, 05:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,664
Posted By Tom Trostel
I'm not sure what year model the closet and...

I'm not sure what year model the closet and bathroom swapped places; however, my gaucho bed is 75" x 45". In 1980 models the closet shares a wall with the kitchen and the bathroom shares a wall with...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 02-09-2019, 03:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,461
Posted By Tom Trostel
You should be receiving follow up emails from...

You should be receiving follow up emails from Brad. Reply to him about any changes you would like made.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 01-30-2019, 10:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,461
Posted By Tom Trostel
2019, Apr 24-28: Bluebonnet registration open

You can now register for the 2019 Bluebonnet Rally at Bandera, Texas. The dates are April 24-28. Hope to see you there!

Bluebonnet Casita Rally - Home...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-18-2019, 09:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,742
Posted By Tom Trostel
When we had our Compact Jr, I traveled with 2...

When we had our Compact Jr, I traveled with 2 screw jacks that came with the trailer and 2 salvage yard automobile scissor jacks. Usually the screw jacks went under the rear bumper and the scissor...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-06-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,537
Posted By Tom Trostel
My favorite is Milenco. Needed to see around our...

My favorite is Milenco. Needed to see around our 8' wide Bigfoot.

...
Forum: General Chat 10-31-2018, 11:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,861
Posted By Tom Trostel
The original 3 season 17' Bigfoot has 1" of...

The original 3 season 17' Bigfoot has 1" of Styrofoam in the floor, walls, and ceiling. It's not up to modern standards, but tops anything made between 1978 and 2004.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-31-2018, 06:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,135
Posted By Tom Trostel
Rita, Here's a YouTube video of a 16' Casita...

Rita,
Here's a YouTube video of a 16' Casita with front AC pushed into a garage. Note the extra small tires and the wheel on the tongue jack.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62RkW_LT6is
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-31-2018, 06:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,135
Posted By Tom Trostel
Rita, Here's a YouTube video of a 16' Casita...

Rita,
Here's a YouTube video of a 16' Casita with front AC pushed into a garage. Note the extra small tires.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62RkW_LT6is
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-18-2018, 12:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,440
Posted By Tom Trostel
Mine are Atwood swing down like these .... ...

Mine are Atwood swing down like these ....
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-15-2018, 05:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 989
Posted By Tom Trostel
Our 1980 has the same.

Our 1980 has the same.
Forum: Classified Archives 09-24-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,863
Posted By Tom Trostel
Betty, the dry weight is about 2,400 lbs. though...

Betty, the dry weight is about 2,400 lbs. though the sticker in the closet will say 1875 lbs. Great price but it's 3,000 miles from Texas.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-04-2018, 04:08 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,745
Posted By Tom Trostel
Much depends on the age of the Bigfoot, the 17'...

Much depends on the age of the Bigfoot, the 17' put on weight as more features were added over the years. My 1980 weighs 2200 lbs. totally empty and it's a Standard model (lacks shower, water heater,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-20-2018, 08:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,410
Posted By Tom Trostel
I replaced all 7 red marker lights and 4 yellow...

I replaced all 7 red marker lights and 4 yellow marker lights with these ....
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-26-2018, 01:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 823
Posted By Tom Trostel
I had a 1973 Compact Jr that had a smaller hole...

I had a 1973 Compact Jr that had a smaller hole in the tongue. It would not fit a "standard" 2 inch diameter jack. Have the shop measure the opening. It may need to be enlarged.
Forum: General Chat 06-24-2018, 05:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,212
Posted By Tom Trostel
Here is a youtube video of the Geographic that...

Here is a youtube video of the Geographic that Flyte Camp restored.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CidEslOVTe8&t=163s
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-17-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,295
Posted By Tom Trostel
My 1973 Compact Jr had no battery or evidence...

My 1973 Compact Jr had no battery or evidence that there was ever one.
Forum: General Chat 06-14-2018, 04:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,404
Posted By Tom Trostel
Sounds accurate to me. Our hitch weight is 345...

Sounds accurate to me. Our hitch weight is 345 lbs. when loaded to camp.
This was measured with a Sherline scale at a rally.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-05-2018, 10:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,409
Posted By Tom Trostel
When Eveland's Inc. began selling Scamp trailers...

When Eveland's Inc. began selling Scamp trailers they were sued by the company that made "Scamper" trailers for using a name that was too similar. Until the matter was settled, Eveland's called...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-13-2018, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,288
Posted By Tom Trostel
I always travel with 2 junk yard economy car...

I always travel with 2 junk yard economy car scissor jacks in the tow vehicle. They are 3.5" tall, 15 " long, and 3" wide. I can place them anywhere under the trailer. They go up to 12" tall. Cost...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-11-2018, 06:14 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,805
Posted By Tom Trostel
Aaron, Aeropress clean up is very simple and...

Aaron,
Aeropress clean up is very simple and quick. Almost as easy as tossing a used pour over filter. It's a 5:18 in this Youtube video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmjPjZZRhNQ
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-10-2018, 02:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,805
Posted By Tom Trostel
Dead Eye Dan, My method for 18 oz. of coffee in...

Dead Eye Dan,
My method for 18 oz. of coffee in the Aeropress. Heat 18 oz. water to boil and remove from heat. Wait 1 minute, temperature should drop to about 200 degrees F. Pour water into...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 04-27-2018, 02:25 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,920
Posted By Tom Trostel
My solution to ash build up is to block the ash...

My solution to ash build up is to block the ash with an open end can. I found a can that was 2" tall and 3 1/4" across. Cut out both ends and place it in the bottom of the Weber. It fits under the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-26-2018, 08:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,380
Posted By Tom Trostel
I bought a Curt C13105 from Etrailer for my 2006...

I bought a Curt C13105 from Etrailer for my 2006 Sienna. When I bought my 2013 Sienna, I removed that hitch and put it on my newer van. It has been perfect for many thousand miles. I use it with a...
Forum: General Chat 04-11-2018, 02:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,214
Posted By Tom Trostel
Looks very nice. It will be interesting to see...

Looks very nice. It will be interesting to see how it sells. I drove through Jackson Center, Ohio (Airstream factory) Monday. I glanced over and saw 6 or so Nests near the fence. Doesn't look...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-10-2018, 04:32 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,106
Posted By Tom Trostel
I have towed with 3 Toyota Sienna minivans (2003,...

I have towed with 3 Toyota Sienna minivans (2003, 2006, and current 2011). All had a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. I've not heard of any minivan with a 1,500 lb. capacity unless the trailer has...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-05-2018, 03:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,003
Posted By Tom Trostel
My early model gaucho bed measures 77.5" x 46". ...

My early model gaucho bed measures 77.5" x 46". I think later 1500 series beds are the same length but slightly more narrow due to the closet moving to the rear wall.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-15-2018, 09:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,208
Posted By Tom Trostel
If you wish to stay with 14", there are some...

If you wish to stay with 14", there are some better options than any ST. Mounted on my trailer are Maxxis Bravo UE-168 in size 185R14C. They have a load rating of 1874 lbs.@ 65 psi and a speed...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-15-2018, 05:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,436
Posted By Tom Trostel
Workhorsed, You're talking about the Biolite 2...

Workhorsed,
You're talking about the Biolite 2 stove. It makes electricity while cooking.

https://www.bioliteenergy.com/products/campstove-2
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 02-08-2018, 03:01 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,003
Posted By Tom Trostel
If you are "old school" like me, you should look...

If you are "old school" like me, you should look at the small pressure cookers from Hawkins. I have the 2 liter and the 3 liter models. They work great at home, in the trailer or outside on a...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 01-31-2018, 06:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,975
Posted By Tom Trostel
Make plans to register and attend. In the past,...

Make plans to register and attend. In the past, 10% to 20% of those who register either cancel or do not show. This will be our 14th Bluebonnet and I don't recall anyone every being turned away. See...
Forum: General Chat 01-17-2018, 06:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,802
Posted By Tom Trostel
9 degrees F. this morning (1/17/2018) in Dallas....

9 degrees F. this morning (1/17/2018) in Dallas. Forecast to be 69 degrees Saturday (1/20/2018).
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 01-09-2018, 02:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,736
Posted By Tom Trostel
Mitzi, did you get a Hawkins pressure cooker? We...

Mitzi, did you get a Hawkins pressure cooker? We just bought a 1.5 litre and love it. It's great for 1 or 2 servings. It will definitely go in the trailer when we camp.
...
Forum: General Chat 01-07-2018, 09:45 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,851
Posted By Tom Trostel
Mora Companion ...

Mora Companion
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mora-Sweden-Morakniv-Companion-MG-Carbon-Steel-Blade-Olive-Handle-Knife-840MG/310442867971?epid=1500375220&hash=item4847d63d03:g:bBgAAOSwEZdaG38f
Forum: General Chat 12-21-2017, 02:32 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 14,954
Posted By Tom Trostel
We have attended 13 Bluebonnet Rallies and 13...

We have attended 13 Bluebonnet Rallies and 13 PineKnot Rallies. All were no further than 300 miles from Rice, TX (home of Casita). Only 2 times has Casita sent representatives to attend with door...
Forum: Money Matters 12-01-2017, 02:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,133
Posted By Tom Trostel
Maine does not title trailers under 3000 lbs. or...

Maine does not title trailers under 3000 lbs. or those made before 1995.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-10-2017, 03:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,603
Posted By Tom Trostel
Yes, you will need plywood under the mattress. I...

Yes, you will need plywood under the mattress. I also rigged some netting from the ceiling to under the mattress to prevent rolling out of the bunk.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-02-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,603
Posted By Tom Trostel
The gaucho model bunk will support 70 lbs. The...

The gaucho model bunk will support 70 lbs. The challenge is the close distance between pad and the ceiling. None of our 6 grand kids would sleep in ours.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-17-2017, 04:59 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,201
Posted By Tom Trostel
The tongue weight on our 1980 17' Bigfoot is 340...

The tongue weight on our 1980 17' Bigfoot is 340 lbs. measured with a Sherline at a rally. The load rating of our 2011 Toyota Sienna minivan (8 passenger) is 1490 lbs. and higher than some pickups....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-09-2017, 05:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,340
Posted By Tom Trostel
Welcome. Very nice trailer. Looks like a deluxe...

Welcome. Very nice trailer. Looks like a deluxe model. Our 1980 standard has no shower, oven, or hot water heater. It does has 2 windows across the rear with one in the bathroom. We have added an...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-24-2017, 12:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,759
Posted By Tom Trostel
Shaped like a 8 ft. x 8 ft. shoe box, the Bigfoot...

Shaped like a 8 ft. x 8 ft. shoe box, the Bigfoot is never going to be easy to tow with good gas mileage. The only improvement I've found is driving much slower. I once got 14.5 mpg while driving 50...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-11-2017, 05:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,073
Posted By Tom Trostel
Registration for the 2017 PineKnot is now open! ...

Registration for the 2017 PineKnot is now open! Go to www.mfrvg.com and click on "Registration". Hope to see lots of new and old faces this year.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-11-2017, 10:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,271
Posted By Tom Trostel
Sept. 4-10, Farnum Creek COE, Lake Milford,...

Sept. 4-10, Farnum Creek COE, Lake Milford, Junction City, KS.

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f57/2017-sept-6-10-kansas-eggstravaganza-77232.html
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 06-16-2017, 04:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,073
Posted By Tom Trostel
A very large number come early. We come Tuesday...

A very large number come early. We come Tuesday and 50% are already there.:okra
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 06-05-2017, 08:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,993
Posted By Tom Trostel
I've never attended due to preparations for...

I've never attended due to preparations for Christmas; however, here is some information from the website. mfrvg.com has information on all Texas rallies.

Matagorda Madness - Home...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2017, 04:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,894
Posted By Tom Trostel
On our 1980, each sliding window has 2 aluminum...

On our 1980, each sliding window has 2 aluminum handles on the inside vertical frame. The lower, silver one is fixed and meant to be a grip for opening and closing the window. The upper, black one...
Forum: Classified Archives 05-27-2017, 06:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,013
Posted By Tom Trostel
craigslist ...

craigslist

https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/rds/rvs/6138004842.html
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-16-2017, 03:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,131
Posted By Tom Trostel
My Compact Jr had a metal vent between the cook...

My Compact Jr had a metal vent between the cook top and the wall that appeared to connect to the oven. Since a PO had removed the oven, I don't know its function. However, it may have provided some...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-13-2017, 08:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,034
Posted By Tom Trostel
Kay, Lack of a spotter requires several exits...

Kay, Lack of a spotter requires several exits from the tow vehicle for me but no big deal. Some people put a large bubble level on the front of the trailer. They can see in the rear view mirror...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-13-2017, 05:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,034
Posted By Tom Trostel
Level front to back with tongue jack. Best for...

Level front to back with tongue jack. Best for side to side level is the Anderson system.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4JQV15VzBc
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