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General Chat
09-05-2020, 10:17 AM
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Boondocking mystery
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2,025
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Thane
Maybe a low light trail or road marker? ...
Maybe a low light trail or road marker?
Maybe astronomy folks used them so people could park their cars and such without headlights and flashlights.
Maybe it used to have a red cover and a...
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General Chat
09-04-2020, 10:24 PM
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Boondocking mystery
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2,025
Posted By
Thane
Does it have a manufacturer or part number on it...
Does it have a manufacturer or part number on it or the paperwork?
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-12-2020, 09:23 PM
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Black water protocol
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2,679
Posted By
Thane
Some folks like clean tanks, some folks like...
Some folks like clean tanks, some folks like polished trailers, some folks don’t care either way. It’s all personal preference.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-12-2020, 09:08 PM
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Bracing a bunk to side of Scamp
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1,213
Posted By
Thane
Sounds good, well thought out.
Sounds good, well thought out.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-12-2020, 01:16 PM
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Bracing a bunk to side of Scamp
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1,213
Posted By
Thane
Nice job on your rebuild. Just for info, Escape...
Nice job on your rebuild.
Just for info, Escape trailers have wood support blocks fiberglassed to the shell which are then covered by wall covering. The cabinets, benches and such are then attached...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-12-2020, 04:23 AM
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A/C on a Sportsman 1000 watt generator
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1,915
Posted By
Thane
Good information nicely presented!
Good information nicely presented!
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-08-2020, 11:32 AM
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Bracing a bunk to side of Scamp
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1,213
Posted By
Thane
I think the response to static loads would be...
I think the response to static loads would be fine but you would need to attach the vertical supports to the trailer to restrain the dynamic loads while in motion and in response to kids climbing and...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-07-2020, 11:41 AM
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Black water protocol
Views:
2,679
Posted By
Thane
I use a Flush King to quickly backfill the black...
I use a Flush King to quickly backfill the black and grey water tanks. There are now other brands on Amazon.
...
Forum:
General Chat
07-31-2020, 09:06 AM
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Do you drink the water in your freshwater tank?
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3,697
Posted By
Thane
I filter all water going into the tank and fill...
I filter all water going into the tank and fill up at home before going out, we drink that water. My wife likes the taste of bottled water better than the trailer water so she brings that along.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
07-17-2020, 05:54 PM
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Hi, Looking for Recommendations for Family of Four-Bunkhouse
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7,325
Posted By
Thane
I have an Escape 17b with a goucho front dinette...
I have an Escape 17b with a goucho front dinette that turns into bunk beds. It does fine for our family of four. Here is the link for the Escape owners forum.
https://www.escapeforum.org/forums/
...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
04-16-2020, 11:35 AM
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How I installed a Bidet into my Scamp
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7,283
Posted By
Thane
A bidet allows your hind end (and front if your a...
A bidet allows your hind end (and front if your a lady) to be thoroughly cleaned with water. A small amount of TP is all you need for a dry, even a few face tissues are enough. If the TP is dirtied...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
04-16-2020, 02:53 AM
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How I installed a Bidet into my Scamp
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7,283
Posted By
Thane
Good job on the installation. We have had...
Good job on the installation.
We have had heated seat home bidets for over 30 years, they are mighty fine things. We are on a septic tank system and the bidet keeps lots of toilet paper out of the...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-12-2020, 08:04 AM
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AC unit
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657
Posted By
Thane
It’s ok to be stressed and confused, it is not a...
It’s ok to be stressed and confused, it is not a trivial issue.
A properly sized wall unit should provide adequate cooling, I have one in my 17 foot escape and it works fine under hot day, low to...
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COVID-19 RVing Information
04-02-2020, 12:12 PM
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Let’s post some laughs.
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20,491
Posted By
Thane
When my grandkids ask me what I did during the...
When my grandkids ask me what I did during the great TP shortage of 2020, I will tell them I drug my butt on the yard, uphill, both ways, in the snow.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-01-2020, 10:35 AM
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Installing eye bolts in Scamp ceiling.
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2,795
Posted By
Thane
Best of luck on your efforts. Just a few...
Best of luck on your efforts. Just a few thoughts.
Would your head clear the eye bolts when you aren’t hanging your doodad?
How about magnetic hooks on the inside and a galvanized steel or...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-25-2020, 09:35 AM
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Off Road Scamp 5th Wheel
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2,401
Posted By
Thane
Off Road Scamp 5th Wheel
I thought folks would find this heavily modified Scamp of interest.
https://www.doityourselfrv.com/scamp-5th-wheel-trailer-might-just-ultimate-off-road-camper/
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-17-2020, 07:19 AM
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Stabilizer Jacks Necessary?
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14,717
Posted By
Thane
I use a cordless drill that uses the same battery...
I use a cordless drill that uses the same battery pack as my cordless lamp and flashlight. I also carry a small charger just in case I need to top off a battery.
I use Ryobi cordless tools from...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-08-2018, 06:15 PM
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39
Cold Floor
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8,305
Posted By
Thane
I used butcher paper to make a cut out template...
I used butcher paper to make a cut out template of the floor and used padding and carpet remnants from a local store. Quick and cheap.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-28-2018, 01:27 PM
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Window ooze
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7,172
Posted By
Thane
Sounds like it may be rubber butyl sealant tape. ...
Sounds like it may be rubber butyl sealant tape. I use a plastic putty knife to clean it up and have sealed some window gaps with caulking over the butyl to keep it from oozing.
Mineral spirits...
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
05-07-2016, 10:32 AM
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MRE's - good? bad? OK?
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7,439
Posted By
Thane
This website has a lot of information on MREs,...
This website has a lot of information on MREs, including menus and instructions on how to figure out the age of a case of MREs; individual MRE packages are not dated and the case does not include a...
Forum:
General Chat
05-07-2015, 07:17 PM
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11
This is my very old Dolphin trailer.
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1,556
Posted By
Thane
Very cool! Thanks for posting.
Very cool!
Thanks for posting.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-06-2014, 10:22 PM
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No front dinette on Scamp 16' floorplan #4, why???????
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3,909
Posted By
Thane
The Escape 17B has a front dinette that converts...
The Escape 17B has a front dinette that converts to bunks, a rear dinette that converts to a bed for 2 and a side bathroom. Really good for 4.
Forum:
General Chat
03-02-2014, 01:33 PM
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10
Vintage Fiberglass Boats
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3,575
Posted By
Thane
Check out fiberglassics.com It is for those who...
Check out fiberglassics.com It is for those who like old fiberglass boats.
FiberGlassics® - fiberglassics.com (https://www.fiberglassics.com/)
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Hi, I am....
09-15-2013, 09:50 AM
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intro: total beginners, family of four
Views:
2,785
Posted By
Thane
Glad to hear you are interested in a fiberglass...
Glad to hear you are interested in a fiberglass trailer. This topic may be of interest. https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f54/family-friendly-floor-plans-24745.html
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-15-2013, 09:40 AM
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103
Sticky:
Family Friendly Floor Plans
Views:
100,639
Posted By
Thane
Thanks for the nice note. It is now about...
Thanks for the nice note.
It is now about 7 1/2 years later and the kids are much bigger and hungry all the time. We still love camping in the Escape and have all the room we need. I tend to...
Forum:
Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales
06-16-2013, 09:33 AM
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3
Did you know that 1=2? Here's the "proof"
Views:
1,292
Posted By
Thane
You can't divide by 0.
You can't divide by 0.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-10-2013, 07:02 PM
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13
Escape Trailer Sewer Hose Holder
Views:
7,878
Posted By
Thane
Howdy, great ideas on the tubes. I am still...
Howdy, great ideas on the tubes.
I am still alive, just been busy. My sister paid me $600 to take away a 1977 Silver Streak motorhome. They only made 40 and I've been working on it every extra...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-24-2013, 12:04 PM
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15
Trailer Valet
Views:
6,029
Posted By
Thane
Thanks for all the feedback and info. I haven't...
Thanks for all the feedback and info. I haven't purchased one yet as I temporarily moved the trailer to work so I can have lunch in it everyday.
I am getting the old family Silver Streak...
Forum:
General Chat
01-13-2013, 01:16 PM
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87
What did Santa bring for your FGRV?
Views:
10,238
Posted By
Thane
I feel quilty about it, but I got a 1978 Silver...
I feel quilty about it, but I got a 1978 Silver Streak motor home. My parents gave it my sister and she gave it to me. It is similar to this one and I'll pick it up in a few weeks. Jim Jarzabek...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-20-2012, 08:53 PM
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15
Trailer Valet
Views:
6,029
Posted By
Thane
Trailer Valet
Has anyone tried this trailer dolly? https://trailervalet.com/shop/
I pull my trailer thru a 180 degree pivot turn to get it out of the parking spot and this looks pretty cool.
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
07-04-2012, 01:40 PM
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13
LARGER Black Tank for scamp 16
Views:
6,666
Posted By
Thane
I added an extra 13 gallon waste tank to my...
I added an extra 13 gallon waste tank to my Escape, maybe you could do something similar on your trailer. The extra volume has come in very as I prefer to drycamp if possible to get away from the...
Forum:
General Chat
05-13-2012, 04:39 PM
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76
Casita vs Escape
Views:
57,456
Posted By
Thane
My older Escape has the wall mounted unit and I...
My older Escape has the wall mounted unit and I have no problems with condensation. That side of the AC is sealed from the inside of the trailer and has an exterior drain.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-25-2012, 11:07 AM
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3
Casita- Electrical Mods
Views:
2,316
Posted By
Thane
Great job on all your projects!
Great job on all your projects!
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-21-2012, 01:59 PM
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21
Black water tank
Views:
4,364
Posted By
Thane
A built in spray system is better than a flush...
A built in spray system is better than a flush king if you have access to the tank and I have one on one of my waste tanks, otherwise I have used the flush king with good results for the past 6...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-20-2012, 07:41 PM
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21
Black water tank
Views:
4,364
Posted By
Thane
A Flush King is a mighty fine thing to have. It...
A Flush King is a mighty fine thing to have. It does a great job helping to keep grey and black water tanks clean, just be careful you don't overfill.
I keep my waste tanks nice and clean, there...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-17-2012, 11:17 AM
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15
Fresh water addition?
Views:
3,060
Posted By
Thane
If you need a custom tank made, I suggest these...
If you need a custom tank made, I suggest these guys George's Custom Plastics Inc. (https://geocustomplastic.com/)
They did a great job making the extra waste tank I added to my trailer. Their...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-07-2012, 09:46 PM
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6
Indoor/outdoor thermometer recommendation?
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4,983
Posted By
Thane
I have a cheapy unit that I imagine is no longer...
I have a cheapy unit that I imagine is no longer made and that has worked fine for 5 years or so. The remote sensor is zip-tied and velcroed to the frame under the trailer to keep it out of the sun....
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-18-2011, 07:45 PM
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13
Ducted air or Fantastic fan
Views:
3,207
Posted By
Thane
I had the same problem so I got a 4 inch diameter...
I had the same problem so I got a 4 inch diameter PVC elbow pipe fitting and cut off a lobe to act as a duct to divert air to the front of my trailer. I velcro it in place when parked and remove it...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-28-2011, 12:32 PM
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15
thermoelectric coolers--Are they reliable?
Views:
5,261
Posted By
Thane
I added a 12 volt external plug to the trailer...
I added a 12 volt external plug to the trailer and we set the thermoelectric outside during the day and if we are in bear or raccoon country then we bring it in at night or when we leave the...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-28-2011, 09:36 AM
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15
thermoelectric coolers--Are they reliable?
Views:
5,261
Posted By
Thane
We've used our thermoelectric coolers for at...
We've used our thermoelectric coolers for at least 8 years with no problems. They don't cool much but are OK for drinks and Costco runs. I wouldn't use one as the primary cooler.
Forum:
General Chat
07-23-2011, 09:07 AM
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6
Help- best fiberglass rv for a family of four?
Views:
7,114
Posted By
Thane
This link provides lot of information....
This link provides lot of information. https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f54/family-friendly-floor-plans-24745.html
We are still quite happy with our Escape 17B. Our kids are 11 and 9. The...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-15-2011, 03:35 PM
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32
Water Heater Wet Cardboard (split from Drycamping Tips)
Views:
6,598
Posted By
Thane
I know many will think it is evil, but I find my...
I know many will think it is evil, but I find my small Honda generator to be a great way to extend my dry camping time. I am just limited by waste tank size.
It is nice to heat pre-made dinners...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-26-2011, 08:59 PM
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9
Bunk bed sides?
Views:
3,110
Posted By
Thane
I made these rails for my Escape trailer. ...
I made these rails for my Escape trailer. Perhaps they would sell you a set of the standard Escape Trailer bunk bed support assemblies. ...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-12-2011, 06:55 PM
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19
Scamp front bunk modification to support adults
Views:
12,841
Posted By
Thane
Great job, the family will use it for years.
Great job, the family will use it for years.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-10-2011, 03:11 PM
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Uh Oh---should we have left the pipe in???
Views:
2,757
Posted By
Thane
You could run the vent line out the side of the...
You could run the vent line out the side of the trailer and cover the exit with a side vent cover like the one near the bottom on this website. OEM - CAP...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-10-2011, 12:39 PM
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Uh Oh---should we have left the pipe in???
Views:
2,757
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Thane
I think you should put it back. I don't think it...
I think you should put it back. I don't think it needs to be 1 1/2 inches in diameter, I think a 1 or 3/4 inch line would be adequate. I used 3/4 inch as the vent when I added a grey water tank to...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-09-2011, 09:41 PM
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5
Folding Bathroom Sink
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13,622
Posted By
Thane
Thanks for the nice note. I spent a lot of time...
Thanks for the nice note. I spent a lot of time just thinking it over and really making sure I wanted to make that first cut.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
04-09-2011, 12:44 PM
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5
Folding Bathroom Sink
Views:
13,622
Posted By
Thane
Folding Bathroom Sink
I added a folding bathroom sink to my 17 foot Escape trailer. Here is the link to the Escape Forum website link if you are interested. I expect the basic concept may be applicable to other trailer...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-23-2011, 10:49 PM
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3/4 inch thick shower mat?
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2,592
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Thane
3/4 inch thick shower mat?
I am looking for a white 3/4 inch or so thick shower mat, any ideas?
Thanks.
Forum:
General Chat
03-21-2011, 07:00 PM
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Trailer party this Sunday!
Views:
2,488
Posted By
Thane
The trailer looks great, have fun!
The trailer looks great, have fun!
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