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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,604
Posted By Jenny W.
The first part of the thread has the links to the...

The first part of the thread has the links to the places I bought each piece. All were online sources. Swisco for the glazing spline and Vintage Trailer Supply - parts and supplies for vintage...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-18-2013, 09:46 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 136,151
Posted By Jenny W.
Thanks for posting my stuff! I'm glad you like...

Thanks for posting my stuff! I'm glad you like it.
Great job on your Boler!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-22-2012, 05:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,604
Posted By Jenny W.
Glad I can help. As an update I recently worked...

Glad I can help. As an update I recently worked with the windows again. The riveted portion over time broke. So this time I drilled through the window frame and used small machine screws with nuts on...
Forum: General Chat 11-11-2012, 01:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,621
Posted By Jenny W.
New ornaments

I just created a few more versions of my glitter Scamp ornament.

Check out
circa76designs by circa76designs on Etsy (https://www.circa76designs.etsy.com)
Forum: General Chat 05-27-2012, 06:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,580
Posted By Jenny W.
Boler/Scamp t-shirts and more

Hi everyone! It's been awhile since I've posted. I'm still making my handmade scamp/boler Christmas ornaments and trailer keychains. They can still be found on www.circa76designs.etsy.com...
Forum: General Chat 03-27-2012, 08:00 AM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,693
Posted By Jenny W.
I was there! Jim Hogg Corp Park, correct? I was...

I was there! Jim Hogg Corp Park, correct? I was visiting my parents in their 5th wheel just 2 sites (131) from a Casita. I walked by a few times and would of said "hi", but didn't see anyone...
Forum: General Chat 02-01-2012, 09:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,136
Posted By Jenny W.
Can't. Running a marathon that weekend. And...

Can't. Running a marathon that weekend. And every year it's the same weekend as one of the gatherings. Can't make it to the Bluebonnet rally either.
Just thought it would be nice to meet for an...
Forum: General Chat 02-01-2012, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,136
Posted By Jenny W.
Austin,TX Happy Hour?

Would anyone in the Austin area like to meet up for a happy hour / dinner sometime? I've never been able to make it to any Texas gatherings, but thought maybe we could assemble a small group and...
Forum: General Chat 10-21-2011, 07:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,621
Posted By Jenny W.
They are for sale. Go to circa76designs by...

They are for sale.
Go to circa76designs by 76scamp on Etsy (https://www.76scamp.etsy.com). They are usually listed one at a time, but I have more available so if you want more than one or you don't...
Forum: General Chat 10-21-2011, 09:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,621
Posted By Jenny W.
I just created a new version! This one is based...

I just created a new version! This one is based on my 76 Scamp, but also looks like a Love Bug. They are made of casting resin covered in white iridescent glitter.

Go to circa76designs by...
Forum: General Chat 09-27-2011, 12:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,770
Posted By Jenny W.
If you all are ever down in Texas - I'm game. I...

If you all are ever down in Texas - I'm game. I would love to make it to your neck of the woods someday.
Jamie, it's Jenny from Etsy (circa76designs by 76scamp on Etsy...
Forum: General Chat 09-01-2011, 08:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,621
Posted By Jenny W.
They are about 3"x4" --- a little smaller than a...

They are about 3"x4" --- a little smaller than a postcard.
I might eventually make other models, such as Trilliums and Burro/Uhauls - but not yet.
I made one out of clay and then made a rubber...
Forum: General Chat 08-31-2011, 10:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,621
Posted By Jenny W.
Thank you so much! Some of my friends have told...

Thank you so much! Some of my friends have told me about Pineterest - but I haven't done it yet. Not sure if I understand it, but I'll learn...
Forum: General Chat 08-31-2011, 10:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,621
Posted By Jenny W.
Scamp/Boler Christmas Ornaments

Hey everyone!
It’s been awhile since I’ve posted anything, but wanted to share something I’ve been working on. Pretty much all of my planned renovations for my Scamp are done and I wanted something...
Forum: General Chat 07-10-2011, 08:57 PM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,693
Posted By Jenny W.
Today I had my first Scamp sighting in my area. ...

Today I had my first Scamp sighting in my area. I've seen a few Casitas, but no Scamps other than my own.
Stassney & Emerald Forrest, Austin, TX
Forum: General Chat 06-06-2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,320
Posted By Jenny W.
Thanks! I'll keep practicing :)

Thanks! I'll keep practicing :)
Forum: General Chat 06-04-2011, 02:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,320
Posted By Jenny W.
Very nice! I had an awning made (by my mom) but...

Very nice! I had an awning made (by my mom) but haven't gotten a chance to use it yet. It's a light turquoise blue and will look great with my vintage owl lights.
This may be a dumb question - but...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-01-2011, 08:41 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,295
Posted By Jenny W.
I do have duct tape added to it. Helped maybe a...

I do have duct tape added to it. Helped maybe a little, but it still wobbles. And let me clarify - it wobbles when not in use. I am a cyclist and keep my bike rack/tow bar installed on my Jeep. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-31-2011, 03:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,295
Posted By Jenny W.
Wow. Glad you found that so funny. I was just...

Wow. Glad you found that so funny. I was just sharing what I was told...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-31-2011, 02:50 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,295
Posted By Jenny W.
I have the over the tow bar bike rack and noticed...

I have the over the tow bar bike rack and noticed the amount of play. I was concerned and looked into a stabilizer. Went to a hitch store and asked about them. The guy said that as the vehicle...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-29-2011, 01:10 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,295
Posted By Jenny W.
I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee, but am planning to...

I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee, but am planning to purchase a new car later on this year and am considering a Murano. Let me know what you think so far.
Regarding the bike rack - I bought a Swagman...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-10-2011, 09:28 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,604
Posted By Jenny W.
59-067 5/16" Frame Drop-in Glass Spline :...

59-067 5/16" Frame Drop-in Glass Spline : SWISCO.com (https://www.swisco.com/5_16-inch-Frame-Drop-in-Glass-Spline/pd/Spline/59-067)

Unfortunately, you'll pay almost as much in shipping as the...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-22-2011, 01:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,726
Posted By Jenny W.
Very tempted...

Very tempted...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-21-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,604
Posted By Jenny W.
Like I said, they aren't perfect - but they do...

Like I said, they aren't perfect - but they do work once you make the modifications and weld the mirror bracket. I felt it was much easier (or cheaper) to make the modifications and just move the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-20-2011, 11:35 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,604
Posted By Jenny W.
I took them to a machine shop because I didn't...

I took them to a machine shop because I didn't have a tool to cut them myself and weld them to the mirror bracket. For the attachments on the inside I used rivets to attach them to the window frame....
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-06-2010, 01:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,284
Posted By Jenny W.
I used a rubber mallet as well, but dented the...

I used a rubber mallet as well, but dented the moons a bit :(. Looks like the smoothies are the way to go.
Are you all Northies or Southies? I'm a Southie.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-03-2010, 09:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,284
Posted By Jenny W.
Hey fellow Austinite! I've got a 13' Scamp...

Hey fellow Austinite!
I've got a 13' Scamp and bought baby moons, but they didn't really fit. My nubs were on the inside of the rim. I tried to notch out a portion on the hubcaps and that worked...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-14-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,851
Posted By Jenny W.
Did you buy the "jalouise bulb seal" from VTS? I...

Did you buy the "jalouise bulb seal" from VTS? I remember seeing that they had 2 types of bulb seals. Not sure if the other one would work.
I would put one side of the foot into the channel and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-14-2010, 12:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,851
Posted By Jenny W.
I used a very small flat head screw driver to...

I used a very small flat head screw driver to push the foot of the bulb seal into the channel. The seal is flexible, so it should just fall in.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-13-2010, 04:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 18,262
Posted By Jenny W.
I just put 2 of the old style Scamp decals on my...

I just put 2 of the old style Scamp decals on my trailer. I cleaned the surface with rubbing alcohol and then used a wet sponge to dampen the area. Then I placed the decal and adjusted as needed. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-03-2010, 08:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,337
Posted By Jenny W.
Actually - I emailed Scamp and they said that...

Actually - I emailed Scamp and they said that internet orders are UPS ground and phone orders will be cheaper. So I called and they are sending them in the mail for about $3. That's more like it. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-02-2010, 08:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,337
Posted By Jenny W.
It doesn't seem right. Yeah - if it fits, it...

It doesn't seem right.
Yeah - if it fits, it ships.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-01-2010, 10:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,337
Posted By Jenny W.
Older Scamp decals & over priced shipping

I was about to buy 2 of the older style Scamp decals from Scamp and upon checkout, they wanted to charge $10.55 for UPS ground shipping! I think that's ridiculous for basically stickers that can...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-24-2010, 07:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,154
Posted By Jenny W.
I had the same problem with my Scamp rims. I...

I had the same problem with my Scamp rims. I bought the same hubcaps from Ebay and my rims have 3 nubs on the inside. I ended up using a dremel tool to cut a small notch into the hubcap. So I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-17-2010, 09:38 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,604
Posted By Jenny W.
They pretty much do. The old latches were...

They pretty much do. The old latches were already there, so decided to keep them. Once you replace the arms on the inside, you can then see how it goes and add the latches later if you want to. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-14-2010, 08:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,113
Posted By Jenny W.
I just bought these for my Scamp. They seem to...

I just bought these for my Scamp. They seem to be the right size and my nubs (3, not 4) are on the inside. What's the trick to get them to pop in? I'll get them in on 2 sides, but not the 3rd.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-13-2010, 08:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,851
Posted By Jenny W.
How did you attach the hinges to the window? ...

How did you attach the hinges to the window?
It's interesting to see how similar my Scamp is to your Love Bug. Since mine was missing the decals I've wondered if it's not a Scamp. But the vin...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-13-2010, 06:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,851
Posted By Jenny W.
Plastic - meaning plexi. Mike, Yep, I feel...

Plastic - meaning plexi.
Mike,
Yep, I feel your pain. I had to figure it out myself. Scamp was not helpful and they are so rare, that you have to make your own. After I had fixed mine, someone...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-26-2010, 11:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,600
Posted By Jenny W.
I actually did fix them back in May. I posted a...

I actually did fix them back in May. I posted a thread that was then moved to Modifications & Updates. I listed all of the parts and tricks I used - and posted pics. So just search my posts.
Forum: General Chat 07-29-2010, 10:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,573
Posted By Jenny W.
Awesome Trailer Accessory!

I just bought this from Etsy (look for tiny peepers). A must-have for our little eggs!
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-27-2010, 06:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,888
Posted By Jenny W.
Lynne, Thanks for the info. I'm hoping to do...

Lynne,
Thanks for the info. I'm hoping to do the loop tour (North Rim, Zion & Bryce) next June. I've just started to look into the details - but can you make reservations a year in advance? So...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-21-2010, 04:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,549
Posted By Jenny W.
The stainless steel sheeting is typically not...

The stainless steel sheeting is typically not magnetic.
Cost and constructability were also the other major reasons why I did what I did. I used a friend's table saw to cut the masonite. I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-19-2010, 09:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,549
Posted By Jenny W.
I just installed a backsplash in my Scamp. I...

I just installed a backsplash in my Scamp. I wanted stainless steel, but also wanted it to be magnetic so I can display pictures as I travel. So I bought masonite and primed it with Rustoleum's...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-13-2010, 04:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,844
Posted By Jenny W.
I have a 76 Scamp as well and it too fits in my...

I have a 76 Scamp as well and it too fits in my garage. I use scissor jacks. They are super low profile when not in use. All the other types of jacks are too tall unextended. I bought them at...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-06-2010, 08:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,482
Posted By Jenny W.
The plexi is tinted. The shades are for privacy...

The plexi is tinted. The shades are for privacy at night.
I did figure out a way to keep the roller shade in the bracket - silver florist wire. Worked great!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-05-2010, 06:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,482
Posted By Jenny W.
I added a small microwave to the closet. I built...

I added a small microwave to the closet. I built a shelf and then just cut the door back. There's room on each side for venting and still plently of storage above. Plus, who really hangs up their...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-13-2010, 08:46 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,604
Posted By Jenny W.
Good thing I live so far away! :)

Good thing I live so far away! :)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-12-2010, 07:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,482
Posted By Jenny W.
Thanks! I'll have to shorten mine.

Thanks! I'll have to shorten mine.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-11-2010, 09:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,985
Posted By Jenny W.
I was thinking of eventually replacing my floor...

I was thinking of eventually replacing my floor with rubber flooring. Nora Enviroplan is pretty cool. Super durable and sustainable. Comes in sheet or tiles and many colors.

28031

Also, many...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-11-2010, 04:53 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,604
Posted By Jenny W.
Thanks David! I just started replacing the...

Thanks David!
I just started replacing the screens. It's harder than I thought in a way. I started to replace them with the true aluminum screening. That stuff is a pain to work with. I kept...
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