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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-07-2023, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 966
Posted By Eddie Longest
Make note of the wiring color code on the 7 pin...

Make note of the wiring color code on the 7 pin box. Scamp also uses the same Bargman trailer wiring code. The 4 pin pigtail color code is different so you will have to match up the two different...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-07-2023, 06:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 966
Posted By Eddie Longest
Scamp joins their internal and external wiring...

Scamp joins their internal and external wiring with splices just inside the shell. If you but the box outside you may have extra splices in your wires. The boxes usually mount with 1/4" screws. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-06-2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 966
Posted By Eddie Longest
Start with a box and cable like this. (Wiring...

Start with a box and cable like this. (Wiring info. in the Amazon listing.) (The box and trailer both use the Bargman wiring color code.)
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-08-2023, 01:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,712
Posted By Eddie Longest
Remove the front bench, then remove the upper...

Remove the front bench, then remove the upper front floor sections. This will give you full access to the front frame and bends to access the condition and plan a repair. Many people install fish...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-07-2023, 09:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,030
Posted By Eddie Longest
I would use Mold Control; it cleans up and kills...

I would use Mold Control; it cleans up and kills mold and does not have the issues associated with bleach. Casitas usually have good gelcoat, lots of work but compound, polish and wax will give best...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-26-2023, 05:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,542
Posted By Eddie Longest
Check out Trails West and Compact II campers, the...

Check out Trails West and Compact II campers, the layouts are pretty much the same. The only real difference with the Trails West and the Joe Potty trailer are the ribs on the roof. There might be a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-20-2023, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 616
Posted By Eddie Longest
I use a lightweight ATV cargo carrier rack in the...

I use a lightweight ATV cargo carrier rack in the rear trailer receiver. I carry the generator and the 2.5 gal gas can on the rack. (About 70 lbs.) I have a trailer with 400 lb tongue weight, this...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-20-2023, 06:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,376
Posted By Eddie Longest
I had been using Red N Tacky most all the time...

I had been using Red N Tacky most all the time for wheel bearings. I had noticed the separation of the fluid and the remainder material becoming very dry. Also the grease gun storage drawer was a...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-08-2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,542
Posted By Eddie Longest
The Potty trailer also has molded ribs on the top...

The Potty trailer also has molded ribs on the top front.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-03-2023, 08:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,685
Posted By Eddie Longest
Condensation Observation

I have found the most condensation issues with outside storage are in the spring and fall when you see the greatest temperature swings between night and day. The cooler moist air is trapped in the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-11-2023, 02:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 765
Posted By Eddie Longest
Hatch

I installed this hatch (13x17.25) on several Scamps. Use strong small magnets on either side of the shell to determine your mounting location between the floor and seat support. Eddie...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-04-2023, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 710
Posted By Eddie Longest
yes.

yes.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-03-2023, 08:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 710
Posted By Eddie Longest
The wires come into the trailer near the closet...

The wires come into the trailer near the closet floor. Then they go between the bath liner and shell to the bottom of the kitchen cabinet. Try a wire snake. Or drill a hole in the floor on the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-19-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 780
Posted By Eddie Longest
You have a Dometic Sealand 711M28 toilet. The...

You have a Dometic Sealand 711M28 toilet. The flush leaver has to be above the low part of the top of the tank. Your tank needs to be turned 90 degrees if you want the bowl facing the way it is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-15-2023, 12:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 827
Posted By Eddie Longest
The older Scamps had a Square-D 2 breaker panel...

The older Scamps had a Square-D 2 breaker panel box riveted to the wall under the sink. 0ne wire to the wall light under the ensolite, and one to the lone counter outlet. They used the second breaker...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-07-2022, 09:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,008
Posted By Eddie Longest
I have several 12V (cigarette lighter) jacks in...

I have several 12V (cigarette lighter) jacks in my new to me trailer. The rear connections wires are exposed. I have worried about them being shorted out. I have had no luck in finding a rear cover...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-26-2022, 04:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,343
Posted By Eddie Longest
They make golf cart battery lifting straps. The...

They make golf cart battery lifting straps. The have hooks that hook into the battery case. They sell for less than $10 on Amazon.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-13-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,919
Posted By Eddie Longest
On my previous Casita's there was a capped T of...

On my previous Casita's there was a capped T of the main gas line for the furnace. Casita runs a solid dedicated copper line to each appliance off the main trunk line. I have bought a couple of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-10-2022, 01:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,255
Posted By Eddie Longest
Do you have propane and is it turned on? Will...

Do you have propane and is it turned on? Will your range light? If your fan blows and it won't heat the next thing to check is your sail switch inside the furnace. These are the two most likely...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-07-2022, 11:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 709
Posted By Eddie Longest
The side gaps look even but you could raise the...

The side gaps look even but you could raise the door. It looks like the rear of the door opening is high. You can get a wider aluminum drip cap to go over your existing fiberglass drip edge. Scamp...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-31-2022, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 576
Posted By Eddie Longest
(1) Looks like the remnants of the furnace...

(1) Looks like the remnants of the furnace thermostat.
(2) Trailer side water pump black wire to water pump switch, the white wire ties to a common ground wire.
(3) A heavy stranded black wire is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-24-2022, 08:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 656
Posted By Eddie Longest
leaking window

A glass shop would pull the lock strip and with a calking gun put a little bit of sealant between the plexiglass and rubber seal. This would be on the bottom and up the sides a couple of inches. Then...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-16-2022, 06:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,113
Posted By Eddie Longest
I had two project Scamps sitting in the yard. One...

I had two project Scamps sitting in the yard. One at each rear corner of the lot. A sudden storm came up and broke heavy limbs out of only two trees. Both Scamps were crushed, and they were 200 ft....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-16-2022, 06:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,640
Posted By Eddie Longest
For the older Suburban. 1.Add a 12v fuse and...

For the older Suburban.
1.Add a 12v fuse and run 12V to furnace location.
2. Install thermostat and run 12v from thermostat to the furnace location.
3. Prep. cabinet for install of furnace, the...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-15-2022, 11:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 468
Posted By Eddie Longest
Been a while since working on a 711 but sounds...

Been a while since working on a 711 but sounds like your ball to ball shaft is assembled 90 deg off. Or the pedal attachment is off. Just a guess. See your parts breakdown.
Eddie
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-11-2022, 07:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,688
Posted By Eddie Longest
I have seen some who just painted or dyed the...

I have seen some who just painted or dyed the bottom four or five inches of the door bottom rat fur black.
Eddie
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-10-2022, 09:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,023
Posted By Eddie Longest
Just a thought. Scamp glasses in a support maybe...

Just a thought. Scamp glasses in a support maybe 1/4" thick inside in the trolly top to support the A/C. On the older Escapes they glassed on the separate A/C support cap over top of the trolly top....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-03-2022, 03:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,023
Posted By Eddie Longest
I never did finish my project of putting an A/C...

I never did finish my project of putting an A/C in a Scamp closet. I installed a cargo door in the side of the trailer closet so there would be no restriction when in use. You could use a...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-31-2022, 09:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,637
Posted By Eddie Longest
Best to call and check. We visited the island...

Best to call and check. We visited the island around the first of October. (15 years ago) They basically shut down a lot of stuff for the winter. The horses were being removed from the island and a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-31-2022, 08:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,299
Posted By Eddie Longest
Flexride

The Flexride axle has adjustable swing arms, which means you can lift the trailer by repositioning the swing arm on the torque shaft. That was the first axle Parkliner used. Their solution to the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-30-2022, 07:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,299
Posted By Eddie Longest
Adjustable Axles

The early Parkliners had axles which you could adjust the height of the swing arm. (I can't recall the name of the axle.) They later switched to Dexter axles which resulted in clearance issues which...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-24-2022, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,288
Posted By Eddie Longest
I cut an 8" Amazon foam queen mattress in half...

I cut an 8" Amazon foam queen mattress in half for my Indy. The 8" was way too thick. I used a 4" Ikea mattress across the back of a Liberty to match the front seat cushion height. It was OK but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-22-2022, 05:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,616
Posted By Eddie Longest
I have converted several to inside control. You...

I have converted several to inside control. You change out the inside gas control panel with a gas/elec. panel and install a relay in your current WH AC junction box. 12V control voltage is picked up...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2022, 11:11 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,562
Posted By Eddie Longest
The underside, edges and about 3" from the upper...

The underside, edges and about 3" from the upper glassed edges should be coated with resin before you install the floor section. This moisture proofs the bottom of the floor and lets the tabbing...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-16-2022, 05:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,408
Posted By Eddie Longest
I build a box to set the pp in with either 4 or...

I build a box to set the pp in with either 4 or 6" sides. Slide out the PP flip the box over and set the PP on top of the box. I had to use 1/4" plywood to get enough clearance on one trailer. ...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-16-2022, 04:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,070
Posted By Eddie Longest
I don't have a convenient sewer clean out at my...

I don't have a convenient sewer clean out at my house in Fl. The nearby State Park charges me $13 just to dump my tanks. There is also Federal CG nearby which has to pump their tanks, they do not...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2022, 04:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,562
Posted By Eddie Longest
You are correct it is one piece of wood between...

You are correct it is one piece of wood between the front and rear upper decks with a joint on either end. The joint will be covered top and bottom with fiberglass mat or cloth. The subfloor goes...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-12-2022, 04:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 982
Posted By Eddie Longest
There should be two hose bib fittings on the top...

There should be two hose bib fittings on the top of the tank that come through the floor under the dinette bench inside the frame rails. One is for the sink drain input, the second is for the vent. A...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-04-2022, 06:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 904
Posted By Eddie Longest
You have Qest pipe It was recalled in the 90's....

You have Qest pipe It was recalled in the 90's. It had issues with the fittings and the tubing itself with chlorinated water. The only fittings now available are compression or SharkBite type...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 06-22-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 790
Posted By Eddie Longest
It was given to me. I was going to use it in...

It was given to me. I was going to use it in another camper but sold the camper. Just need to get it out of my garage. I thought someone may want it before it goes to the dump. It's Free just for...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 06-20-2022, 01:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 790
Posted By Eddie Longest
Lil Snoozy Jackknife Sofa - Virginia

FREE: Jackknife sofa out of a Lil Snoozy, tan,63" long, I think. Must pick up soon in Mechanicsville Va.



View this ad at Fiberglass Classifieds - Lil Snoozy Jackknife Sofa - Virginia...
Forum: General Chat 06-16-2022, 07:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,211
Posted By Eddie Longest
Not trying to make a point, just an observation....

Not trying to make a point, just an observation. Looks like people/trucking companies are making a decision to save fuel on their own by slowing down. I wonder if we will see speed limits dropped and...
Forum: General Chat 06-16-2022, 05:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,211
Posted By Eddie Longest
Life in the slow lane

I have not traveled on the interstate for about three months. When traveling in the past in a 70 MPH zone just a few people including big trucks ran 65 MPH. I had to take my diesel truck to pick up...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-11-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,005
Posted By Eddie Longest
VIN

17 Digit VIN's started in 1982 in the US. I had two 1982 Scamps one had a VIN the other had a serial number.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-16-2022, 11:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,027
Posted By Eddie Longest
If you don't have an antifreeze pick up valve for...

If you don't have an antifreeze pick up valve for your water pump, I highly recommend them. I found blowing your lines out first before adding antifreeze uses less antifreeze and gives better...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-16-2022, 10:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 959
Posted By Eddie Longest
Look into your stabilizer tube from the side of...

Look into your stabilizer tube from the side of the trailer, you will see one square inside another. In a good/loose stabilizer you take your stabilizer rod and push on the inner tube. Push to...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-15-2022, 07:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 982
Posted By Eddie Longest
Since it is a new paint job, and you can see the...

Since it is a new paint job, and you can see the crack you may want to try Capt. trolley's crack sealer. It also comes in an 8 oz. bottle. Kind of reminds me of super glue.
Eddie ...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-15-2022, 06:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,027
Posted By Eddie Longest
Scamp uses type A PEX, it uses...

Scamp uses type A PEX, it uses expansion/contraction rings, it and the pipe is expanded over the fittings. Tupe A fittings are larger for low flow. Type B PEX uses the crimp rings and smaller...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-15-2022, 06:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,131
Posted By Eddie Longest
2013 was the first year for the Indy. It was also...

2013 was the first year for the Indy. It was also first to have the new bath layout. I owned one of the first production units, and it did not have the lower cabinet front doors which made it really...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-05-2022, 06:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,030
Posted By Eddie Longest
FWIW: Scamp rat fur texture allows for a bit of...

FWIW: Scamp rat fur texture allows for a bit of stretch to cover your curved areas. Other fabrics I have found (in the big box stores) have a tighter weave texture and don't stretch as well. I found...
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