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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming)
01-19-2024, 11:57 AM
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BC |
2024: BC FIBERGLASS EGG RALLIES (June & Sept)
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Grant Allen
Thanks Jon
Thanks Jon
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming)
01-19-2024, 11:56 AM
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BC |
2024: BC FIBERGLASS EGG RALLIES (June & Sept)
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1,557
Posted By
Grant Allen
BC FIBERGLASS EGG RALLY 2024 update
This year the June rally will run from Thursday, June 20th – Sunday, June 23rd, 2024. To be held at Camp Hope, 61855 Lougheed Hwy, Hope, BC (J Hill)
The September “unrally” will be held...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming)
01-14-2024, 09:09 PM
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BC |
2024: BC FIBERGLASS EGG RALLIES (June & Sept)
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Grant Allen
2024: BC FIBERGLASS EGG RALLIES (June & Sept)
Our dates have been confirmed for our 2024 BC Glass Eggs Fiberglass Trailer Rallies at Camp Hope! The 1st rally will be June 20th - 23rd, 2024 and the 2nd "Unrally", which is an informal rally will...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
02-21-2023, 10:17 AM
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2023, June 22-25: BC Fiberglass Egg Meet
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1,560
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Grant Allen
2023, June 22-25: BC Fiberglass Egg Meet
Save the dates!
According to my countdown there are 120 days until the 2023 BC Glass Eggs Fiberglass Trailer Rally!!
This year the rally will run from Thursday, June 22nd until Sunday, June...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-24-2021, 06:05 PM
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2021, Sep 9-12: Bc fiberglass egg rally
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Grant Allen
2021, Sep 9-12: Bc fiberglass egg rally
Hi everyone, we are booked into Mountainview for September 9 -12, 2021. We will be having a potluck dinner Saturday night. All other activities will be announced later. If you are planning on...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
10-29-2020, 11:37 AM
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Anyone use a dehumidifier during off-season?
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4,970
Posted By
Grant Allen
Humidity
I use a 90 watt RV heater with a built in fan. Leave a vent open and use a RV cover. Do I need anything more? Live on the wet coast, British Columbia, Canada
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
09-23-2020, 11:53 AM
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portable gas grill. Weber Q 1200 or what?
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6,723
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Grant Allen
Blackstone Grill
I have been leaving my barbecue at home, I just take my Blackstone grill and it seems to do everything that I want. It’s great for eggs hashbrowns steaks burgers chicken. Very easy clean up with only...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-31-2020, 08:35 AM
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BC |
2020, June 11-14: B.C. Fiberglass Egg Rally 2020
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1,578
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Grant Allen
June 11 Rally Cancelled
Sorry for the late reply, we are hoping to have one in Sept. will post when and if we have more
https://www.facebook.com/fiberglasseggs/
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
04-29-2020, 10:35 AM
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Wanted:
Any molded Fiberglass Trailer
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2,601
Posted By
Grant Allen
Trillium in Nelson
Could you private message me with pictures and a price.
Grant
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
04-24-2020, 09:29 AM
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Wanted:
Any molded Fiberglass Trailer
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2,601
Posted By
Grant Allen
I live near Vancouver British Columbia
Some members are giving me details on trailers in the USA. Sorry I can’t travel to theUSA right now.
Thanks
Grant
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
04-20-2020, 02:55 PM
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Wanted:
Any molded Fiberglass Trailer
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Grant Allen
Any molded Fiberglass Trailer
looking for a moulded fibreglass trailer that is at least 25 years old. Needing a little tlc is okay.
View this ad at Fiberglass Classifieds - Any molded Fiberglass Trailer...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
02-29-2020, 11:59 AM
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BC |
2020, June 11-14: B.C. Fiberglass Egg Rally 2020
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1,578
Posted By
Grant Allen
Update for Fiberglass Egg Rally June 11 2020
Hi everyone, I have the new rates for all the sites.
30 amp- $36, 15 amp- $34, no service- $22 per night.
This year I have been informed that quiet time is 10 o'clock as the workers that live...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
01-25-2020, 11:34 AM
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BC |
2020, June 11-14: B.C. Fiberglass Egg Rally 2020
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1,578
Posted By
Grant Allen
Just show up Bill, there is plenty of room for...
Just show up Bill, there is plenty of room for everyone!
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
01-25-2020, 10:59 AM
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BC |
2020, June 11-14: B.C. Fiberglass Egg Rally 2020
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1,578
Posted By
Grant Allen
Reservations
If you want to come, visit the Facebook page and click going. There are plenty of spots with 15 amp power, water and sewer. 30 amp sites are limited and you really won’t need them unless you run your...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
01-24-2020, 11:12 AM
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2020, June 11-14: Rally in Hope British Columbia
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Posted By
Grant Allen
... 61855 Lougheed Highway, Hope B.C. VOX 1L0 ......
... 61855 Lougheed Highway, Hope B.C. VOX 1L0 ... Address. British Columbia
June 11-14 2020
Starts at 1 pm
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
01-24-2020, 09:47 AM
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2020, June 11-14: Rally in Hope British Columbia
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1,226
Posted By
Grant Allen
2020, June 11-14: Rally in Hope British Columbia
Venue is nestled in the mountains in Hope, BC.
Has enough sites with hookups for everyone that needs them. Limited 30 amp
Group campfire, potluck, games.
Everyone welcome
...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
12-25-2019, 11:17 AM
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127
Camp stove recommendations
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17,104
Posted By
Grant Allen
Camp Chef Ranger ll
Works nicely, has a good simmer setting and connects to my quick connect on my trailer. Two things my Coleman could’nt do. Works good in the wind too. Bought a plastic container it fits in perfect.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
12-20-2019, 12:35 PM
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23
Diesel engine What if!
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2,633
Posted By
Grant Allen
Ram ecodiesel
Many of Ram owners have travelled hundreds of thousands of miles with no issues. I have owned for a year and it is an outstanding tow vehicle. It needs to warm up and worked like all diesels. Don’t...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
04-11-2018, 04:57 PM
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2018, May 24-27: Glass Egg Meet Ft. Langley
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1,171
Posted By
Grant Allen
2018, May 24-27: Glass Egg Meet Ft. Langley
Those of you who can make it to the west coast Fiberglass egg meet Ft Langley May 24-27, nice little town 5 min walk from Brae Island campground. lots of coffee shops, restaurants, shopping etc.
...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-07-2018, 09:08 PM
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11
Dometic rm2354 fridge door
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4,780
Posted By
Grant Allen
Dometic rm2354 fridge door
Traveling in Southern California and my door has broken off at the hindge. Does anyone have a door or a fix?
2006 Escape 17b
Forum:
General Chat
08-24-2017, 02:45 PM
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7
Escape 17B vs. Trillium Outback
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2,804
Posted By
Grant Allen
Toyota Venza
Toyota Venza,
Been towing my 17 be with the Toyota Venza which is a 3500 pounds. Capacity. Works great and down the Arizona in over the Rockies In British Columbia. I do have a light duty Reese...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-16-2017, 08:23 PM
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19
Securing drawers while traveling
Views:
4,144
Posted By
Grant Allen
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07227WW5J/ref=mp_s...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07227WW5J/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1500258063&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=cupboard+catch&dpPl=1&dpID=31j7ajwzfJL&ref=plSrch
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-15-2017, 11:25 PM
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19
Securing drawers while traveling
Views:
4,144
Posted By
Grant Allen
Door catch
We had a silverware drawer that kept sliding out every time we moved. I really couldn't figure out a good solution without using tape or bungee cords . So I went back to Escape and Reese installed...
Forum:
Ft. Langley B.C. Rallies
05-27-2017, 09:27 AM
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0
At the Escape rally
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1,794
Posted By
Grant Allen
At the Escape rally
Off to the Fort Langley fibreglass egg meet next week at Bray island.
Yer haw106612
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
05-11-2017, 11:24 AM
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25
That dreaded mildew smell - looking for ideas
Views:
5,012
Posted By
Grant Allen
Mildew
I scrubed my trailer with Lysol. Then I found a product called mould and mildew remover from Tilex and sprayed that all over the inside. Also used bleach on the walls and in all the cupboards and...
Forum:
Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer
03-03-2017, 11:31 AM
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12
MagicJack, do you use?
Views:
2,954
Posted By
Grant Allen
Magic Jack
I have used it for about five years, replaced my land line. My wife uses it for overseas calling. Seems to work well and is inexpensive. My mother in-law visits and uses it when we aren't around and...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-23-2016, 03:18 PM
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20
12 volt deep cycle battery question
Views:
4,988
Posted By
Grant Allen
AGM
Check out AGM Batteries they charge 4 times faster, no maintenance, and you probably would'nt need 2 as your solar panels will keep it charged. I bought a group 32 a couple of years ago, it never...
Forum:
Classified Archives
09-20-2016, 12:31 PM
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12
BC |
SOLD 1974 Trillium 1300 $4000.00 CDN
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2,333
Posted By
Grant Allen
Hi Pretty Woman
You should put a request for a 13 ft in the wanted section as well. Did the fellow with the Trillium get back to you? Be patient you will find something
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-02-2016, 10:01 AM
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19
Do you use a sway bar/wt. distribution hitch?
Views:
3,579
Posted By
Grant Allen
Weight Distribution hitch
I use a reese WDH that is rated for 3500 ibs. I really dislike them altogether a said I would not buy another one but my Escape 17 came with one. It is light weight and very easy to use. Very glad I...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-06-2016, 11:42 AM
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14
Fridge - Freezer is great, fridge is too warm?
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2,621
Posted By
Grant Allen
Fridge fan
I was having the same issue, bought the fridge fan. Takes 2 D size battery's sits in the bottom of the fridge. Worked great on my last trip to Arizona. Battery's work for about a month.
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-10-2016, 09:13 AM
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57
Fantastic fan orrrr the Max air fan?
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10,662
Posted By
Grant Allen
Fans
I have had both, like the maxx better with the 12 selection of speeds, temperature sensor, and the rain cover. I did think the fantastic fan moved air better but it has no cover for the rain. Would...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-21-2016, 08:54 AM
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7
Removing Heavy Oxidation on White Areas of RV
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10,388
Posted By
Grant Allen
I purchased my Escape and it was badly oxidized...
I purchased my Escape and it was badly oxidized and yellowed in some parts. I tried 3 different products that where recommended. What finally worked was FSR Fiberglass stain remover on the yellowed...
Forum:
General Chat
05-11-2016, 08:33 AM
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36
Sad day - Good by to the Scamp
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4,889
Posted By
Grant Allen
Pop rivets
Well at least you still have your pop rivets and tool to use. Sweet memento of your scamping days!
Forum:
General Chat
05-09-2016, 12:18 PM
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7
TV - Comcast
Views:
3,036
Posted By
Grant Allen
Shaw
Shaw cable just launched it here in Canada, availible for Windows, iPad, and android systems. We have roam mobility for data and cell service availible for traveling south.used it to stream last year...
Forum:
General Chat
05-02-2016, 12:33 PM
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37
Leveling blocks or jacks?
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5,498
Posted By
Grant Allen
Anderson levelers
Sold on Anderson levelers, bought some last year and ran into a few others using them and all were very impressed with how light weight they were and didn't take up a lot lot of storage room.
...
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
05-02-2016, 09:19 AM
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4
1995 - 21' Bigfoot trailer $15,990
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1,760
Posted By
Grant Allen
I owned one once and it was heavy, heavier than a...
I owned one once and it was heavy, heavier than a stick build. Base dry weight 3700 lbs. They weight it without any options etc. By the time you get to the real weight it was about 5000 lbs.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-30-2016, 08:42 AM
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9
Exterior Fiberglass polish
Views:
3,564
Posted By
Grant Allen
Polish
Bought my Escape which had sat in the elements for years and was very badly oxidized. I tried polishing it with three different products and could not get it to shine. Almost bought the floor polish...
Forum:
General Chat
04-28-2016, 08:42 AM
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226
Did you name your camper?
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37,192
Posted By
Grant Allen
Name
Called last Boler Benny and my Escape is called Shelly. People often believe it my wife's name 🙂
Forum:
General Chat
04-24-2016, 08:43 PM
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80
How many have a separate drinking water
Views:
7,354
Posted By
Grant Allen
Water hose
I always use the water from my tank. I found if the water tastes bad it usually is from the hose or from just poor tasting water from where I last filled it. I filter the water as it goes in the...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-18-2016, 12:51 PM
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72
Solar(s) Panel(s), wich choose?
Views:
8,018
Posted By
Grant Allen
I use the 40watt panel from Canadian Tire with...
I use the 40watt panel from Canadian Tire with their 100 amp AGM battery, run similar electronics and it kept my Escape charged up in the desert this year. Dry camped with the heater running at night...
Forum:
General Chat
03-10-2016, 10:03 AM
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36
New Pendelton Airstream
Views:
5,267
Posted By
Grant Allen
I think my Escape is every bit good looking as...
I think my Escape is every bit good looking as other eggs. Keeping my egg, a good looking airstream doesn't make me want to change!
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-05-2016, 10:30 AM
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Oliver-Real Tow Weight
Views:
34,014
Posted By
Grant Allen
Weights of bigfoot
The earlier Bigfoots weighted considerably lass than the newer 17 ft. Not sure of the years that changed that.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-05-2016, 10:20 AM
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6
Fiberglass Propane Cylinder
Views:
2,548
Posted By
Grant Allen
Fiberglass tank
I own a 11 lb tank. It is only certified for 5 years in Canada, just completed a trip through Arizona and the filling station had never seen one . Almost did'nt fill it having concerns of one other...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-04-2016, 02:13 PM
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Time for yet another new battery.
Views:
4,117
Posted By
Grant Allen
Dead lead acid
Killed my new group 27 in one night running my heater in cold weather mountain camping.
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-04-2016, 12:35 PM
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29
Time for yet another new battery.
Views:
4,117
Posted By
Grant Allen
AGM Battery
Just getting back from from a six week trip. Camped for 8 days straight using a 40 watt solar panel. Battery was aways at good rating on my meter and never fell below a 12.4 volts on my meter. Wasn't...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-03-2016, 01:21 PM
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42
Trailer chocks and level blocks
Views:
8,175
Posted By
Grant Allen
Anderson levellers
Just picked up a pair of Anderson levelers we have been using them for the past six weeks while on the road makes life so much simpler and easier would recommend them to anybody although the highest...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
12-30-2015, 01:08 PM
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A new home for our Trillium
Views:
2,956
Posted By
Grant Allen
I have been keeping my BOLER and then my Escape...
I have been keeping my BOLER and then my Escape in the garage since I bought them. keeps them nice and dry. It may be overkill but i also run a 90 watt heater during the winter. Found a 2006 Escape...
Forum:
General Chat
12-25-2015, 12:43 PM
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Merry Christmas to All!!!
Views:
2,753
Posted By
Grant Allen
A Very Merry Christmas
To All my fiberglass egg friends. Sandra is retiring this year and we hope to be spending more time in our egg. Off to Arizona in Jan yippee!! Quartzite here we come!! Got new mags for the escape for...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
10-28-2015, 09:11 PM
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Hot water tank maintenance
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1,210
Posted By
Grant Allen
Hot water tank maintenance
So I drained my hot water tank and flushed it 3 times with water but it still seems to have sludge at the bottom. Should I buy a flushing tool like this ? ...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-26-2015, 11:14 AM
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42
Self Leveling Wheel Chocks
Views:
6,380
Posted By
Grant Allen
Anderson levelers
Has anybody used Anderson levelers? I have been thinking about purchasing some. Check out the youtube video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4JQV15VzBc
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