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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-06-2023, 08:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,290
Posted By Dave Fish
I like your creative thinking. I think that would...

I like your creative thinking. I think that would work on my Campster since I have zero insulation. I have a large diameter mag base, but I would never leave it mounted while driving. My biggest...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-23-2023, 08:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,117
Posted By Dave Fish
If your TV doesn't have Bluetooth built in, it...

If your TV doesn't have Bluetooth built in, it probably has a auxiliary out or a fiber optic out jack. You can find a Bluetooth transmitter for $20 to $30 that will send the needed signal to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-18-2023, 10:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,031
Posted By Dave Fish
Turning off the heater will save some power. I've...

Turning off the heater will save some power. I've always used a separate battery 12v pack for mine, but most of the new ones are 24v and require a special (translate - expensive) battery pack.

A...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 05-17-2023, 02:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,643
Posted By Dave Fish
I hadn't seen that yet. I selected the "On The...

I hadn't seen that yet. I selected the "On The Air" magazine with our ARRL for my wife. Our Campster is our go box and will be at our club's field day. My wife is committed to try her hand at HF.
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-06-2023, 01:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,747
Posted By Dave Fish
Nice to see you on the forum again. We haven't...

Nice to see you on the forum again. We haven't heard much from you lately. Thanks for the info on the window seals. Ours came missing them and has always had that "vent". This looks like a perfect...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 02-11-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,716
Posted By Dave Fish
Doesn't matter. It's been sold. I was working on...

Doesn't matter. It's been sold. I was working on an offer but someone beat me to it. No real surprise.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-24-2022, 09:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,223
Posted By Dave Fish
We never used an antenna, but I did run a coax...

We never used an antenna, but I did run a coax cable for the feedback a times we had a cable hookup available. I ran the cable through the piwer hatch and snaked it up under the seat cushion. I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-23-2022, 10:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,890
Posted By Dave Fish
I installed the magnetic baby locks on all of the...

I installed the magnetic baby locks on all of the doors and drawers on our Campster. The previous owner had bungee cords running all over. They work well to keep them closed while traveling. They are...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-03-2022, 11:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,243
Posted By Dave Fish
I would try to confirm the Watts and Amps that...

I would try to confirm the Watts and Amps that the printer draws by plugging in a meter such as this one. This will help you confirm how big of generator you'll need.

I have a hard time imagining...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-03-2022, 11:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 921
Posted By Dave Fish
We enjoyed our Casita. You're probably not going...

We enjoyed our Casita. You're probably not going to have room to take the horses along. Enjoy your travels.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-24-2022, 04:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,544
Posted By Dave Fish
I have PowerPole in my trailer, but just for the...

I have PowerPole in my trailer, but just for the radios. That let's me quickly pull a radio out of the house and use it for an event.

I should have used them when I rewired to house circuits, but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-07-2022, 08:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,105
Posted By Dave Fish
We have a similar chest fridge that we carry in...

We have a similar chest fridge that we carry in the back of the car. It definitely needs some air circulation and can't keep up if we leave it in the car in the hot sun.

But, it will freeze. We...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-29-2022, 08:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,706
Posted By Dave Fish
We have the 1970 Campster. We used to have...

We have the 1970 Campster. We used to have insured with Farmers as an add-on to our tow vehicle. When we recently changed insurance, we obviously couldn't find comparable. Safeco offered a policy...
Forum: General Chat 09-18-2022, 05:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 963
Posted By Dave Fish
We were traveling across state returning home and...

We were traveling across state returning home and stopped for lunch at a service station-S7bway. They were very busy. My wife was ahead me in line and ordered a salad. I ordered a sandwich and...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 09-07-2022, 02:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,334
Posted By Dave Fish
We have a similar porta potty.. it's easy to stow...

We have a similar porta potty.. it's easy to stow and not too difficult to empty, but it is too low. We set it on a small stool to make it more comfortable for getting up. We have one of thise 4x4...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2022, 03:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,243
Posted By Dave Fish
They make a Maxfan with a shorter profile. When...

They make a Maxfan with a shorter profile. When ours got cr I need by a tree, the shop was able to find it.

That said, I can't guarantee that it was Maxfan brand, but it was whatever Casita was...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-11-2022, 08:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,490
Posted By Dave Fish
Dogs are no problem on the Washington State...

Dogs are no problem on the Washington State Ferries. They are not allowed in the passenger cabin but are OK on the car deck and, I think, the outside passenger decks.

If you're looking to book a...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-10-2022, 06:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,490
Posted By Dave Fish
There are several spots relatively close or in...

There are several spots relatively close or in Anacortes that may or mY not be available. One is the Swinomish Casino along SR20. There is also another RV park along SR20 between the Whidbey Island...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-06-2022, 06:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 398
Posted By Dave Fish
We've had our Campster for about 5 years. We love...

We've had our Campster for about 5 years. We love the simplicity, although it can be limiting. It's easy to tow and stores in our carport. Ours had previously gone through a major renovation, so...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-21-2022, 10:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,346
Posted By Dave Fish
My generator has a valve on the gas cap that...

My generator has a valve on the gas cap that seals it for transport and opens to receive the vacuum during use. I believe that the Hondas also have this but I don't know if yours does. With that...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-10-2022, 09:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By Dave Fish
It received 25' as that was the only option. I...

It received 25' as that was the only option. I have approximately 11' left, so the Campster took about 14'. I think the 25' would be enough for some of the larger popups like the Compaq II.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-10-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By Dave Fish
Exactly. That's why I made sure I posted the...

Exactly. That's why I made sure I posted the follow-up, not only to thank you, but for the next person. I think that the Hunter Compacts and others with pop up tops might have similar gaskets.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-09-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By Dave Fish
Finally ordered this and got it installed today....

Finally ordered this and got it installed today. It was almost the exact dimensions and fits very well.

It was a lot of work removing and cleaning up after the old one because they had used...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 06-19-2022, 07:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,644
Posted By Dave Fish
They have announced that the south loop will...

They have announced that the south loop will reopen June 23. To limit crowding, they are implementing an add/even day system based on license plate. I haven't seen anything about the campgrounds.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-07-2022, 11:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,527
Posted By Dave Fish
AND the weight that the materials would add. I'm...

AND the weight that the materials would add. I'm not convinced it's actually drawers.
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 06-05-2022, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,622
Posted By Dave Fish
Plug it in. When we are traveling, it rides in...

Plug it in. When we are traveling, it rides in the back oft he Pilot plugged into 12v. When we stop and don't have power it's nice to know it will maintain temp at least for a while.

It does have...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 06-05-2022, 03:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,622
Posted By Dave Fish
I've had one of those for 4 years. It's the...

I've had one of those for 4 years. It's the primary "refrigerator" for our camper. Love the built in battery. It works well most of the time. I've has occasional failures- error codes - that caused...
Forum: General Chat 06-04-2022, 10:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 582
Posted By Dave Fish
I've always used a separate battery rather than...

I've always used a separate battery rather than tying into the house battery. Many of today's CPAPs are 24v, so you can't run them directly off the house battery anyway.

For many years, I used an...
Forum: General Chat 05-30-2022, 01:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,533
Posted By Dave Fish
This book has a variety of road trips east to...

This book has a variety of road trips east to west and north to south. The stickies mark highlights of a trip we took along US2 a few years ago. It's a great planning tool with highlights and stops...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-18-2022, 10:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,552
Posted By Dave Fish
Ours has a lip that comes up from the body to...

Ours has a lip that comes up from the body to prevent water from running in. The folding mechanism is outside the lip with the top covering everything. We have a rubber seal on the lower rim of the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-17-2022, 10:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,552
Posted By Dave Fish
If I had to build a new lid for mine, I would...

If I had to build a new lid for mine, I would probably make a wood frame with a marine plywood sheet and fiberglass that. It could be finished to look close to original. The plywood kayaks we built...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-11-2022, 05:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,700
Posted By Dave Fish
I have a couple of these that I use for our fly...

I have a couple of these that I use for our fly tarp.
...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-09-2022, 07:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 822
Posted By Dave Fish
Here is what our hinges look like. I don't know...

Here is what our hinges look like. I don't know if they are original. The body side appears to be riveted while the door side has a screw.145857145858
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-08-2022, 01:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 748
Posted By Dave Fish
I think a 17 foot Casita would be pushing it. Our...

I think a 17 foot Casita would be pushing it. Our 2009 FD weighted 3300 at the camp site with a 315 pound tongue weight. Many Casitas have a heavier tongue weight than ours because we had a couple of...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-02-2022, 09:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,096
Posted By Dave Fish
We towed a Casita 17 with our 2008 Ridgeline....

We towed a Casita 17 with our 2008 Ridgeline. That combo worked well for us. Eventually we bought a class A, then downsized to the 1970 Campster, which we towed with the Ridgeline and now with a 2019...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-29-2022, 07:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,552
Posted By Dave Fish
I see you are in Washington. Depending on where,...

I see you are in Washington. Depending on where, you could stop by a look at ours sometime. It would be a good way to get a look at and measurements from an original. I don't think our top has been...
Forum: General Chat 04-28-2022, 11:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,182
Posted By Dave Fish
I remember seeing that add, but was not aware of...

I remember seeing that add, but was not aware of the missing trailer. Glad it worked out and hope they catch the guy.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-14-2022, 11:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,997
Posted By Dave Fish
I'm guessing it's a Workhorse chassis. That...

I'm guessing it's a Workhorse chassis. That autopark feature replaced the separate emergency brake and was problematic. We had a 2004 35 ft on a Workhorse chassis, which fortunately had moved beyond...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-08-2022, 11:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By Dave Fish
It might. I need to figure out the length. It's...

It might. I need to figure out the length. It's probably time to bite the bullet and pull it all off since measuring it while it's up there is almost impossible.

Thanks
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-07-2022, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By Dave Fish
Roof Gasket for Campster

The time has come to replace the roof gasket on our 1970 TrailsWest Campster. The comb that holds it to the roof edge has deteriorated to the point of no return.

I've researched gaskets for older...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-28-2022, 08:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,288
Posted By Dave Fish
Earlier has a replacement plug for about $15. I...

Earlier has a replacement plug for about $15. I kind of prefer the plug and cord combination to assure that it is waterproof.

I changed from 4 to 7 plug to get the extra circuits on my Campster...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-12-2022, 06:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,620
Posted By Dave Fish
Two suggestios: 1) Clip of the alegator clips...

Two suggestios:
1) Clip of the alegator clips and wire the positive/negative to a 7-pin connector that you can't on Amazon or elsewhere.
2) My preference would be to clip off the clips and add a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-10-2022, 06:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,125
Posted By Dave Fish
A prior owner of my trailer put the shell on a...

A prior owner of my trailer put the shell on a frame from what I think was probably, a stick built trailer stretching it from 13 to 15 feet. The original dual propane tank plates are still there with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-04-2022, 01:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,343
Posted By Dave Fish
I'm thinking that if it was working on shore...

I'm thinking that if it was working on shore power, then it's more likely to be the battery than the sail switch. I would focus on that first.

We had a problem with the sail switch on our brand...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-20-2022, 12:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,749
Posted By Dave Fish
I have always used a separate battery rather than...

I have always used a separate battery rather than the house battery. I currently have a "travel" CPAP with it's own battery, but that only lasts about a night and a half. For boon dockdockiing, I can...
Forum: General Chat 01-17-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,190
Posted By Dave Fish
We did both of thiise museums on our trip plus...

We did both of thiise museums on our trip plus the Hudson museum in Shipshewana. Unfortunately that one closed, but we were fortunate to meet the guy that originally collected the cars and got an...
Forum: General Chat 01-16-2022, 10:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,190
Posted By Dave Fish
We visited there in 2014. A half a day was plenty...

We visited there in 2014. A half a day was plenty for us. There are a bunch of other interesting transportation related museums in the area (within an hour or two).

We stayed at the KIA just off...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-10-2022, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,613
Posted By Dave Fish
You may or may not be able to move it without a...

You may or may not be able to move it without a dolly. My trailer is similar size and I can move it around the carport easily. Bricks are another matter, both for the front wheel and for the axle...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-21-2021, 11:52 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,185
Posted By Dave Fish
A loose clamp could definitely cause problems. If...

A loose clamp could definitely cause problems. If the battery has fully drained, it may be toast or at least has reduced life. I would recommend taking it to one of the forementioned auto parts...
Forum: General Chat 12-19-2021, 10:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,238
Posted By Dave Fish
My son goes into BC all the time (girl friend is...

My son goes into BC all the time (girl friend is up there) with his Washington Enhanced ID issued by the DOL. No passport is required if traveling by vehicle, bus, train, or pedestrian. I think it...
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