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Jay B.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-01-2011, 08:42 PM
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70's Scamp Restoration
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Jay B.
Doors are maple with a catalyzed clear lacquer...
Doors are maple with a catalyzed clear lacquer over them. Sprayed them using an HVLP sprayer, 3 coats with light sanding between coats. I like the lacquer better than poly or varnish.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-22-2011, 06:08 AM
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New Project - 76' Scamp
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Jay B.
Wow, Deja Vu!! That's about what mine looked like...
Wow, Deja Vu!! That's about what mine looked like when I got it. These things are truly a labor of love!
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-07-2011, 02:01 PM
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Installing A/C through the wall advice wanted
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Jay B.
Nice work. Let me know how the airflow works out....
Nice work. Let me know how the airflow works out. I put an inline fan to draw in air but wondered if it might be overkill.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-16-2011, 06:45 AM
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70's Scamp Restoration
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Jay B.
Table top was glued up using wooden dowels to...
Table top was glued up using wooden dowels to fasten together the stock and then was cut into the appropriate shape. Then the entire thing was fastened to a sheet of 3/4 plywood, allowing for...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-14-2011, 12:17 PM
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70's Scamp Restoration
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Jay B.
Finished Interior
Here are the finished pictures of the interior:
https://picasaweb.google.com/112755306276715896847/FinishedInterior?authkey=Gv1sRgCPLR58vd4t3MVQ#
Every nut, bolt screw and hinge was replaced. The...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-13-2011, 09:33 PM
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70's Scamp Restoration
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Jay B.
Putting the parts back together.
This shows most of the pieces back together. All new wiring and lights. Progressive 30 amp converter charger. All LED's and yes, those are Mustang tail lights. Two undercounter lights, one 12v and...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-12-2011, 10:02 PM
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BIG Title transfer problem!
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Jay B.
Similar problem...
Bought my first Scamp in Nashville and just got a bill-of-sale. Got back to Atlanta and found the unit had no serial number on it anywhere. Was not stamped on the tongue anywhere. Had a cop come out...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-10-2011, 07:51 AM
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Installing A/C through the wall advice wanted
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Jay B.
Drain hose is accessable and already have a wire...
Drain hose is accessable and already have a wire that will run the length of it should (when) it gets clogged. To insure that enough air was getting in, I installed an inline fan that draws plenty of...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-10-2011, 05:52 AM
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leak at filler tube on freshwater tank
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Jay B.
It seems that the water system was never intended...
It seems that the water system was never intended to be repaired by human hands. I found no good way to access the filler tube or the tank outlet or drain tube without removing the bench. While I had...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-10-2011, 05:34 AM
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Installing A/C through the wall advice wanted
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Posted By
Jay B.
I installed an a/c unit in the bottom of the...
I installed an a/c unit in the bottom of the closet of my 13' Scamp when doing my remodel. Here are the pictures of the install:
...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-09-2011, 08:36 PM
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70's Scamp Restoration
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7,371
Posted By
Jay B.
When I found it there were two mismatched...
When I found it there were two mismatched jalousie windows on the sides. Even after alot of help from the forum I was unable to find replacements so I had to opt for the radius corner windows....
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-09-2011, 06:43 AM
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70's Scamp Restoration
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Posted By
Jay B.
Here are photos of the a/c install. ...
Here are photos of the a/c install.
https://picasaweb.google.com/112755306276715896847/ACInstall?authkey=Gv1sRgCImBuNyD7oSB1gE#
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General Chat
05-07-2011, 06:04 PM
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Generators
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8,298
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Jay B.
I have a Yamaha EF1000si and just love it. Sat...
I have a Yamaha EF1000si and just love it. Sat between two chairs and we could carry on a conversation no problem. It's 27lbs and sips gas (about 2.5 gallons for 24 hours running constantly). We...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-07-2011, 05:58 PM
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13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
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11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
We got the bottom of the window in and each of us...
We got the bottom of the window in and each of us got on either side and using a pair of flat head screwdrivers slid them along between the rubber and the window until it popped into the groove. The...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-07-2011, 12:16 PM
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70's Scamp Restoration
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Posted By
Jay B.
Here are photos of the next step. ...
Here are photos of the next step.
https://picasaweb.google.com/112755306276715896847/Scamp2#
As you can see the front bunk had been cut up, even though no dinette had been installed. The...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
05-07-2011, 10:41 AM
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70's Scamp Restoration
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Jay B.
70's Scamp Restoration
Last October I drove up to Nashville and paid too much for this:
https://picasaweb.google.com/112755306276715896847/Scamp#
Didn't matter, Fell in love. Yes, it was trashed. Yes, that is a...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-07-2011, 10:34 AM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
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11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
Okay.So I had some lexan windows cut to the exact...
Okay.So I had some lexan windows cut to the exact size of the originals and got new rubber from Scamp. Tried it by myself. Tried it with a buddy. Ended taking it to a friend at with an auto body...
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General Chat
05-07-2011, 10:24 AM
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Inside vs Outside shower?
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11,849
Posted By
Jay B.
We have a Trekker privy tent and a Zodi hot...
We have a Trekker privy tent and a Zodi hot shower system. Propane powered and works great for dy camping or in situations where the showers are crowded (like festivals). Good idea to check with the...
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Classified Archives
05-07-2011, 10:14 AM
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3
A-Liner and Teardrop for rent in Atlanta
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4,626
Posted By
Jay B.
I thought it would be more appropriate to post...
I thought it would be more appropriate to post these under Misc. The scamp is posted under Fiberglass trailers for sale/rent. We couldn't decide which kind to get so we got all three! Must say that...
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Classified Archives
05-06-2011, 10:06 AM
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3
A-Liner and Teardrop for rent in Atlanta
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4,626
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Jay B.
A-Liner and Teardrop for rent in Atlanta
I have an A-liner and a 4x8 teardrop for rent in the Atlanta area. Great way to give one of these a try before you buy. Pictures and info available at: smalltrailersatlarge.com
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Classified Archives
05-06-2011, 10:03 AM
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GA |
Restored 13' Scamp for rent in Atlanta
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Jay B.
Restored 13' Scamp for rent in Atlanta
I have a 70's 13' Scamp that has been fully restored for rent in the Atlanta area. Great way to try one out before you make a purchase. Special thanks to all the folks in the forum that helped with...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-07-2010, 06:42 PM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
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11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
The radius window attach by using a clamp ring. I...
The radius window attach by using a clamp ring. I used butyl putty tape around the frame prior to inserting them. The clamp ring is attached to the window proper with sheet metal screws. The holes...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-07-2010, 06:37 PM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
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11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
I cut pieces from fiberglass panels made from mat...
I cut pieces from fiberglass panels made from mat and resin. Created those first and then used mat and resin on both inside and out to glass them in. Had to peel back the elephant skin on the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-06-2010, 08:45 PM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
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11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
I will get some more photos of the windows inside...
I will get some more photos of the windows inside and out. I do like the construction of the new window, and the guys at scamp are easy to deal with. Good prices and reasonable shipping. I had new...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-06-2010, 05:02 PM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
Views:
11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
jalousie window replacement
Here is the link to the photos of the jalousie window replacement. Not nearly as difficult as I thought it was going to be.
Picasa Web Albums - Josiah Blasingame... - Scamp Window ......
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-06-2010, 07:43 AM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
Views:
11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
Solution
Okay, so I went ahead and glassed in the corners and ordered the radius corner windows from Scamp. Now that they are installed I am glad I went this route. They look good and function well. Not as...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-08-2010, 02:51 PM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
Views:
11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
Radius corners won't work as I am trying to keep...
Radius corners won't work as I am trying to keep from replacing the Elephant skin on the interior. One of the windows is original aluminum color and the other is black. Really want them to be the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-08-2010, 07:28 AM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
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11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
Thanks. I had found the reference to HERR in a...
Thanks. I had found the reference to HERR in a couple of other posts and kinda figured they were cost prohibitive. Then again, i HATE bees! Guess I will have to balance that out. Thanks for your...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-07-2010, 01:06 PM
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9
A/C in closet mounting box and drain pictures
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2,298
Posted By
Jay B.
Venting
How did you get it to vent the hot air to the outside? I have seen numerous vent/fan/duct combinations and wondered if anyone has solved the heat problem.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-07-2010, 01:02 PM
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37
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
Views:
11,425
Posted By
Jay B.
13' Scamp Jalousie Windows
Does anyone know where to get a pair of new jalousie windows for a 70's 13' Scamp? If not is there a known practical replacement from a sceondary manufacturer?
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