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Thomas A Cronquist
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-28-2022, 11:39 AM
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14
Magnet Latches Casita Doors
Views:
1,889
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Locks on doors
You might want to check the hinges, they might be loose or have bent down, due to the dropping of the doors. You might want to get longer screws also, to support the hinges.
This happened to me on...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-24-2022, 09:03 AM
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6
Casita Independence Mattress
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2,318
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Try this site. Casita Travel Trailers Custom...
Try this site.
Casita Travel Trailers Custom Mattresses (https://www.lovemycasita.com/mattress.html)
We have a Independence, and have had our mattress for 3 years. You can go wrong on this mattress....
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-13-2022, 05:15 PM
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14
Love My Casita Brand Mattresses
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5,521
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Mattress upgrade
We purchased our 2 years ago, and love it. We will buy the home version when we upgrade this year.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
01-24-2022, 08:54 AM
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Casita Roof Rack ?
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4,434
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Casita roof rack
I wouldn’t install a roof rack on top of the Casita for 2 reason. 1. It will produce more wind drag and lower MPH. 2. It will be to high get material out of the rack. The height now is 10’ 11”, with...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-20-2021, 11:38 AM
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SOLAR PANELS
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3,822
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Solar hook up
My panel is portable. It connects to the controller and that feeds the battery.
I find this to be a better to get the most sun, and still have the Casita in the shade. I store my 2 panels in the...
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
11-18-2021, 06:29 AM
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14
Anyone converted Casita to 4-season capable?
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7,178
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Upgraded Casita
I would like to see all the upgrades and the cost of these upgrades.
I to would love to 4 season camp in my Independence Casita 2019.
Thank you,
Tom C
Forum:
Hi, I am....
10-17-2021, 11:29 AM
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Looking at a Casita Indpendence
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2,023
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Choosing a Casita Independence
Great selection for the Casita Independence. We purchase a Casita 2019 Independence and have enjoyed it immensely. The key factor for choosing the Independence, is for the twin sleeping arrangements...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-05-2021, 10:52 AM
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3
FIAMMA 45s stowage
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886
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Adjustment on awing
Check the Casita forum, and the Fiamma site for adjustment.
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-04-2021, 11:08 AM
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25
How does your tow vehicle handle a second battery (which you need for solar)?
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3,872
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
I have a 2019 Casita Independence. I have 3 AGM...
I have a 2019 Casita Independence. I have 3 AGM batters in the Casita, and have 4-100 watt panels. I store these panels in the back of my truck bed, under a bed tray I made.
Tom C
Forum:
Hi, I am....
01-16-2021, 10:14 AM
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1973 Boler Eco Texas
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985
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Jacks/ Stabilizers
I would go to the Casita forum and do a search for jacks/ stabilizers.
Also go to Little House Custom.
Tom C
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-23-2020, 06:23 PM
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9
Lagun Table Leg Install Independence
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4,295
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Langue Table
Amy I use the wood piece that came with the table, on the backside. The door has a clearance about 1 in.
Good luck,Tom
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-23-2020, 11:36 AM
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9
Lagun Table Leg Install Independence
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4,295
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Lagun Table Install
I have installed the Lagun table in my Casita 2019 Independence. As you look to the rear of the Casita, I installed the support bar to the right side of the bed in the corner, where the center and...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
12-07-2020, 10:36 AM
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New Member from Dallas, TX
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526
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Check the Casita web site. Theirs one in Austin...
Check the Casita web site. Theirs one in Austin on Sunday.
Tom C
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-06-2020, 11:11 AM
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4
Dometic Fridge door shelf replacement
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1,745
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
I would go to the Casita forum web site and...
I would go to the Casita forum web site and search. Their is a a download on this site, so you can make tabs/brace that go over the ends for support. Some people have Epoxy the top ends with a...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-26-2020, 12:54 PM
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8
Installing 2nd Battery
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2,161
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Placement second battery
Has anyone installed a 2nd battery on a 17' Casita, Spirit Dlx? Thinking about installing it under the bed using an AGM battery. Pros/Cons
I have a Independence, and install the 2 battery right...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
10-23-2020, 10:49 AM
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39
Sufficient solar system for full-time living?
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4,211
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
I would buy a 12 volt cooler Iceco and use that...
I would buy a 12 volt cooler Iceco and use that for your refrigerator. You can put in were the refrigerator would go, and place the cooler on slide outs. Thats what I did when I had a 13' Scamp....
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-01-2020, 12:28 PM
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15
Putting cable for solar through the roof.
Views:
6,108
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Solar wires thru roof
Please check out Slim Potato Head on YouTube. he just did a solar panel install on his Outback 13' trailer.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mV5JLONaEd4
Tom C
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
04-29-2020, 11:26 AM
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8
Casita upgrades - Aftermarket
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7,221
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Little Home and Little House are too different ...
Little Home and Little House are too different company’s.
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-16-2020, 10:09 AM
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4
Calculating for solar setup
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737
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Steve, I would go with 2 Renogy 100 watt panels...
Steve, I would go with 2 Renogy 100 watt panels and 1 or 2 Renogy 100 AMG battery's with a Epever 30 amp controller.
I would go youTube.
Search Will Prowse. Get his book. Will can steer you on a...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-16-2020, 10:01 AM
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25
Zamp, Go Power, Or Renogy
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8,006
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Before you spend the extra money on a Renogy Suit...
Before you spend the extra money on a Renogy Suit case. I would look to buy 2-Renogy 100 Watt compact panels. you will save money and double your charging input. The thought of were to store the 2...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
04-04-2020, 10:49 AM
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33
1985 13' Scamp Travel Trailer needs lifting
Views:
4,712
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Replace axle
[QUOTE=Susan V;773203]Hello,
I am a honorable owner of a 1985 13' Scamp Travel Trailer.
Currently myself and an RV shop is renovating my little gem. We are pondering the idea of raising the...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
02-26-2020, 08:07 PM
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13
Casita window tinting w/o removing windows
Views:
6,500
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Window Tint in Texas
[QUOTE=yolams;768895]Wanting to have my Casita windows tinted without removing the windows themselves. I heard there was a place in Texas that does this, but wanted something closer to Georgia. ...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-06-2020, 03:50 PM
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109
Catalytic or Buddy portable indoor propane heater for Scamp 13
Views:
18,670
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
I would go to YouTube and check out the Chinese...
I would go to YouTube and check out the Chinese Diesel heater.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=chinese+diesel+heater+review+
Tom C
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
01-02-2020, 11:46 AM
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11
2020 Spirit Standard on order...hung up on solar option
Views:
5,200
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Solar will help you in Boondocking or just...
Solar will help you in Boondocking or just parking you Casita. I have a Casita 17' Independence. I installed a Renogy Solar system. 3-100 watt slim panels, 2 Renogy 100 amp battery, Evever 40...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-10-2019, 03:41 PM
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9
Gel coat repair
Views:
8,576
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Cracked Gelcoat
This can be easily fixed. Look under spider crack for a kayak.
Good luck.
Tom
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
06-23-2019, 08:02 PM
Replies:
1
For Sale:
1982 Scamp Scamp 13 feet none
Views:
1,437
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Sold
Sold
Forum:
NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
05-06-2019, 03:00 PM
Replies:
1
For Sale:
1982 Scamp Scamp 13 feet none
Views:
1,437
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
1982 Scamp Scamp 13 feet none
Asking 7,200
Cash/Cashiers Check
Ready to Travel and Camp
Owned in Texas since. 1982 Clear Title
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-10-2018, 05:32 AM
Replies:
9
Make a Scamp 13' Nylon Awning
Views:
3,108
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Awning Mods
Thank you both, for your imput. Please see post above adding support to the top of the awning. Waiting on aluminum tent poles for the support of the awning. Tom
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
11-09-2018, 03:18 PM
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9
Make a Scamp 13' Nylon Awning
Views:
3,108
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Update on Cronquist Awning Pics
[QUOTE=Thomas A Cronquist;720572]I have added a post on how to make a awning for a Scamp 13".
SCAMP 13’ AWNING ADDTION
I have added a 9’ x 12’ awning to my camp. Here are the parts I used and...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-15-2018, 10:51 AM
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9
Make a Scamp 13' Nylon Awning
Views:
3,108
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Scamp 13' Awning
I will post pictures in late October of the awning. I'm waiting for some aluminum poles to support the awning top like a tent. There is no video to make the awning. Go to YouTube and look on how to...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-14-2018, 12:05 PM
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9
Make a Scamp 13' Nylon Awning
Views:
3,108
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Make a Scamp 13' Nylon Awning
I have added a post on how to make a awning for a Scamp 13".
SCAMP 13’ AWNING ADDTION
I have added a 9’ x 12’ awning to my camp. Here are the parts I used and how to attach the rail to the...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-13-2018, 05:19 PM
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19
scamp safety chain safety
Views:
3,970
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Floyd, Thank you for the update on chains in IL....
Floyd, Thank you for the update on chains in IL. When I grew up in Chicago in the 1950- 1972, my Dad always taught me to use 2 chains, and when I started to drive and tow my boats, I always use...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-13-2018, 03:20 PM
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19
scamp safety chain safety
Views:
3,970
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
You must have 2 chains and crossing, it's the...
You must have 2 chains and crossing, it's the law. If the tongue comes off the hitch, it should drop down and be supported with e cross 2 chains.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
07-24-2018, 11:32 AM
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3
Hello and Thank you
Views:
754
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
I live in Plano, TX. What beaches would you...
I live in Plano, TX. What beaches would you recommend for our 13" Scamp in Texas to go to?
Thank you,
To
Forum:
General Chat
06-29-2018, 10:35 AM
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43
Slinky stowage, Casita.
Views:
14,879
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
On any Fiberglass Trailer or any added items,...
On any Fiberglass Trailer or any added items, should be sprayed/wipe with 303 UV spray. I have used 303 on my Fiberglass Kayaks over the last 10 years, and they look brand new.
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
03-27-2018, 12:51 PM
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23
Help with wiring to tail lights and side signals
Views:
19,062
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Thank you for your diagram. Tom
Thank you for your diagram. Tom
Forum:
Hi, I am....
03-24-2018, 01:45 PM
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4
Ready To Go 1982 Scamp
Views:
1,086
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
mo welcom
Thanks Bob, what city do you live in?
Tom
Forum:
Hi, I am....
03-24-2018, 11:23 AM
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4
Ready To Go 1982 Scamp
Views:
1,086
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Ready To Go 1982 Scamp
I live in Plano, TX. I will have my 1982 Scamp 13" ready to travel after I get new axle and Brakes. This should be around June 25, 2018. Looking for a met up and see new friends.
Tom C
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-29-2007, 07:23 AM
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8
Front Window Seal
Views:
2,635
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Mike , What is the tool called, to install the...
Mike , What is the tool called, to install the gasket and window.
Thanks
Tom
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-29-2007, 07:09 AM
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16
Seam Tape
Views:
4,853
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Ha, I just finished caulking my seams, looks...
Ha,
I just finished caulking my seams, looks good. I figured a better way of caulking the seems. Place masking tape on both sides of the seams. Caulk to fill the cracks, let dry, the pull of the...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-13-2007, 06:08 PM
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12
Wax and fiberglass care - AGAIN
Views:
4,802
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Donna, I'm new to this forum. The 303 is...
Donna,
I'm new to this forum. The 303 is great for control fading of paint. I have Kayak for over 3 years and that is what we use on our kayaks and padlles and life vest, etc. I also use it in...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-12-2007, 05:20 PM
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8
1982 Scamp 13' AC Question
Views:
3,170
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
What a great forum, Thanks to all the...
What a great forum,
Thanks to all the responses.
I will check with Scamp, on the bracing of the roof.
Thanks again, more questions to follow.
Tom C
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-11-2007, 06:10 PM
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8
1982 Scamp 13' AC Question
Views:
3,170
Posted By
Thomas A Cronquist
Greetings, I have just purchased a 1982 Scamp...
Greetings, I have just purchased a 1982 Scamp 13'. The Scamp as no air conditioner, and would like to put one in. I have read about putting the AC in windows and closets. Could I install a AC...
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