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Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-22-2023, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,291
Posted By rick.a
I repainted a few repaired surfaces on an old...

I repainted a few repaired surfaces on an old Burro. All goor prep rules apply. Then find a spray paint to match. All shades of white are different. I went to an auto parts store and found about 30...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-22-2023, 12:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,590
Posted By rick.a
I have also done a frame off restoration like GW...

I have also done a frame off restoration like GW did. Mine is an 84. Yes…the shell must be braced snd strapped to keep its shape once the floor is gone. The floors rotted out in all of these of that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-24-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,777
Posted By rick.a
Burro restoration

I restored an 84 Burro-13. It needed a new floor and lots of other stuff, but the windows were good but needed to be pulled and resealed to the FG with Butyl tape.
Your missing stove, sink and...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-20-2016, 09:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,228
Posted By rick.a
Hi Carrie, Here is a link to a forum thread...

Hi Carrie,

Here is a link to a forum thread all about replacing the floor in a Burro. I read this and gained the confidence to do mine, which I did, 3 years ago. Someone (generally a male) with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-29-2016, 02:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,085
Posted By rick.a
Hi Jim, I did a frame off floor replacement...

Hi Jim,

I did a frame off floor replacement a few years ago, and it sounds like you are on the right track. Regarding the thickness of the plywood, you are restricted by the thickness of the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-08-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,326
Posted By rick.a
Duane, Where in AZ do you spend the winter?...

Duane,

Where in AZ do you spend the winter? We usually go to Tucson area for the winter but have been stuck in Mass for the past few years.

Good suggestion about stainless bolts. I never use...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-03-2016, 03:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,326
Posted By rick.a
Hi Jim, The floor is glassed into the FG...

Hi Jim,

The floor is glassed into the FG shell, then the floor/shell component is bolted to the frame, through the floor. The FG shell is not directly connected to the frame.

The easiest...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-30-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,271
Posted By rick.a
You have some choices, depending on how rotted...

You have some choices, depending on how rotted the interior wood is.

As for the replacement wood, use PT (pressure treated) so as to resist future rot as moisture will eventually get in there...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-27-2015, 10:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,099
Posted By rick.a
Hi Martin and Tommy, I replaced the original...

Hi Martin and Tommy,

I replaced the original vent in my 84 Burro with the FF just like you are planning. I did not need a spacer of any kind. I just followed the installation instructions with the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-21-2015, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,561
Posted By rick.a
The top markers on our Burro were also toast, so...

The top markers on our Burro were also toast, so we replaced them with LED fixtures. I know what you mean by having difficulty finding something that fits. I finally found cool beehive shaped red LED...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-25-2015, 08:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,722
Posted By rick.a
I made mounts almost exactly like those by...

I made mounts almost exactly like those by Harvey, except I used 1/8" strips of aluminum (from Lowe's-cheap). I bent them to hook onto the upper collar/handle just like Harvey did. Threaded...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-20-2015, 10:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,116
Posted By rick.a
I am in Mass and we simply called our insurance...

I am in Mass and we simply called our insurance company (Hanover) and they added our Burro to our policy. We told them what it is worth (as a restored antique), so that they would not insure it for...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-20-2015, 10:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,246
Posted By rick.a
Hi Dave, TrimLoc sells direct but only in...

Hi Dave,

TrimLoc sells direct but only in huge rolls. But there are several ebay sellers who have this stuff by the foot. I don't remember the size but just measure yours and then look it up on...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-17-2015, 02:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,425
Posted By rick.a
Hi John, I also installed a deadbolt on the...

Hi John,

I also installed a deadbolt on the door of my Burro. I put mine a little higher than the one shown in the post. Putting it closer to the window takes advantage of the stronger FG because...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-11-2015, 12:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,160
Posted By rick.a
I have read that it is supposed to be stamped on...

I have read that it is supposed to be stamped on the A-frame in the front. But I cannot find it there on my Burro-13. Does anyone know if there is another location?

Rick.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-04-2015, 10:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,875
Posted By rick.a
More stuff... The dinette table you (or your...

More stuff...

The dinette table you (or your carpenter friend) will need to make from plywood and this is relatively easy.

There are a few choices for awnings for this small trailer. I would...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-04-2015, 10:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,875
Posted By rick.a
Hi Jessica, For replacement windows go to...

Hi Jessica,

For replacement windows go to your local glass shop. They can easily replace the plexiglass (acrylic) windows with ones custom cut to fit your frames.

You should search online for a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-07-2015, 08:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,629
Posted By rick.a
Can we assume that you are missing the entire...

Can we assume that you are missing the entire window and not just the plexiglass?

Rick
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-06-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,173
Posted By rick.a
Wendy, I sent you a PM (personal message) ...

Wendy, I sent you a PM (personal message)

Rick
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-02-2015, 08:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,555
Posted By rick.a
Hi Karen, I did not know that you had...

Hi Karen,

I did not know that you had extensive damage to repair. So you need to make the decision of which way to go. If the quotes that you got for the paint jobs included repairs of the damage...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-01-2015, 08:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,555
Posted By rick.a
The Red Max Pro is actually acrylic floor polish...

The Red Max Pro is actually acrylic floor polish and has not been known to yellow. Many have had it on for several years with no sign of yellowing. Mine is now 1 year old and looks perfect.

Yes...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-01-2015, 11:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,555
Posted By rick.a
Hi Karen, If you only have the flat, dusty...

Hi Karen,

If you only have the flat, dusty oxidation surface which all of our old FG campers eventually achieve, all you need to do is wax the hell out of it and you will get a nice hard shiny...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-01-2015, 11:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,173
Posted By rick.a
Hi Wendy, I also have an 84 Burro (also in...

Hi Wendy,

I also have an 84 Burro (also in Mass.) and last year we replaced the entire floor because it was rotten to the point of being just spongy, soggy wood fibers sandwiched between...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-15-2015, 12:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,634
Posted By rick.a
Hi Steve, Please keep in mind that it is not...

Hi Steve,

Please keep in mind that it is not the valve at the regulator attachment point that you are worried about. Those seal quite safely. It is the pressure relief valve that you should be...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 01-15-2015, 01:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,303
Posted By rick.a
There are MANY different cushions in the Burro....

There are MANY different cushions in the Burro. About a dozen. We changed our configuration to a permanent bed in the rear with 1, 6" mattress which we custom cut to fit the Burro shape. And we...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-04-2014, 08:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,272
Posted By rick.a
Hi Eric, The door on my '85 Burrito is not...

Hi Eric,

The door on my '85 Burrito is not the same shape as the opening and does not fit as it should. It does not curve in enough at the bottom to fit the opening properly. I have made do with...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-23-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 19
Poll: Burro Logo
Views: 3,869
Posted By rick.a
Hi John, I will take a pix of the deadbolt...

Hi John,

I will take a pix of the deadbolt tomorrow and post but here are the details.

Basically it is installed just as in any door. You drill a 2 1/8" hole through the door with a hole saw,...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-23-2014, 08:13 AM
Replies: 19
Poll: Burro Logo
Views: 3,869
Posted By rick.a
Hi John, Glad to hear that you got your door...

Hi John,

Glad to hear that you got your door latch/lock fixed. The latch in our Burro is quite worn and getting frail, to the point that the door could be opened even when "locked". So I installed...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-22-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,431
Posted By rick.a
A good glass shop can fabricate window screen...

A good glass shop can fabricate window screen from just dimensions or by using another of your windows as a template. But they may be stuck with the thickness of the window and screen channels not...
Forum: General Chat 09-22-2014, 09:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,471
Posted By rick.a
Great job John, It looks like your door fits...

Great job John,

It looks like your door fits nicely. Did you have to fight with it or did it come with a good fit?

Rick
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-22-2014, 08:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,976
Posted By rick.a
Don't forget about dimmers. If you are handy and...

Don't forget about dimmers. If you are handy and are installing LED lights on cabinets with acessable innards, it is easy to wire in 12V dimmers in place of the switch. Be sure to get PWM (pulse...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-22-2014, 08:28 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 48,135
Posted By rick.a
Hi Gary, If you are willing to do more of a...

Hi Gary,

If you are willing to do more of a mod to the rear of your CT, you may want to consider the bumper. Your original looks to be toast and might need to be replaced. Several of us who have...
Forum: General Chat 09-18-2014, 10:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,489
Posted By rick.a
The Burro 13 never had either. However the later...

The Burro 13 never had either. However the later model Burro 17 has a bathroom. But I don't recall if there was an AC option. Jack or Per will chime in on this since they have 17's.

Rick
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-15-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,530
Posted By rick.a
If you tend to camp without hookups, look at...

If you tend to camp without hookups, look at powered computer speakers (freestanding-designed to plug into computers and come with a little wall wart power supply). They are inexpensive and most run...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-15-2014, 08:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,487
Posted By rick.a
If you find a small Burro be sure to check around...

If you find a small Burro be sure to check around the wheel wells inside and out, especially outside behind the wheels. The factory did not tape and seal the bond between the wood floor and the shell...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-15-2014, 08:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,947
Posted By rick.a
As long as there is not any damage to the window...

As long as there is not any damage to the window frame, is is easy to reinstall windows. Any glass shop can make replacement windows, although by current law in many states, they will make them out...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-11-2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,845
Posted By rick.a
Hi John, If you put only a few turns of...

Hi John,

If you put only a few turns of plumbers tape on the threads and none on the flare itself, you are OK as long as it is tight. If you put many turns of tape, you should take it apart and...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-08-2014, 12:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,845
Posted By rick.a
One more thing John. My fridge looked very rusty...

One more thing John. My fridge looked very rusty at the rear side (and still does) but it works fine. So you may want to test to be sure that it really is dead before you discard it. Connecting to...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-08-2014, 12:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,845
Posted By rick.a
Hi John, It would be best to follow the...

Hi John,

It would be best to follow the propane lines to be sure that you capped the line to the fridge and not to the stove. My original propane line ran under the floor to a "T" from which one...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-08-2014, 07:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,845
Posted By rick.a
Hi John, Like Gage has said, there are...

Hi John,

Like Gage has said, there are several of us who have restored Burros, so please ask us if you have questions about any aspect of rebuilding systems on your Burro-13.

Rick
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-02-2014, 12:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,411
Posted By rick.a
Hi Jim, I have also replaced the entire...

Hi Jim,

I have also replaced the entire floor in our Burro-13. I got most of my info about doing this from this long thread on this forum. Here's the link:
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-21-2014, 01:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,662
Posted By rick.a
If the current door latch is intact enough to...

If the current door latch is intact enough to hold the door closed for you while you are camping in it, the easiest way to make it secure from others and from opening while traveling is to add a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-14-2014, 11:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,323
Posted By rick.a
Hi Charlie, Your Burro does not weigh enough...

Hi Charlie,
Your Burro does not weigh enough for this to be a problem. If your frame is in good shape you should be able to support it from the frame corners with little weight on the axle.

I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-14-2014, 10:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,516
Posted By rick.a
Hi Clayton, Nice job on this conversion to LED...

Hi Clayton,
Nice job on this conversion to LED while maintaining the original lens. Well thought out and well executed. And thanks for the detailed photos.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-29-2014, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,421
Posted By rick.a
Hi Scott, Looks like you got a great deal,...

Hi Scott,

Looks like you got a great deal, even if you eventually have to refurbish practically everything. We got an '84 Burro for about that price and started fixing things right away. Just...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-29-2014, 12:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,380
Posted By rick.a
I repainted the rusted chrome stove top in our...

I repainted the rusted chrome stove top in our Burro 3 years ago and it has been just fine. Went with black "high heat" paint designed for engines, as Rogerdat has suggested. It has held up well and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2014, 10:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,850
Posted By rick.a
Hi Jeremy, I changed out all the lights on...

Hi Jeremy,

I changed out all the lights on our Burro 13. I went the easy way with the tail lights and installed the 7" round "metro" LED tail lights which are very bright, although kinda boring. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-21-2014, 11:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,665
Posted By rick.a
OK, thanks everyone. Since my plate meets all the...

OK, thanks everyone. Since my plate meets all the visibility requirements, I will leave it in its current location, but will now sleep better.

Rick
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-17-2014, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,665
Posted By rick.a
location of license plate

The license plate on my Burrito is on the right side of the camper (came to me that way). I know that they are typically on the left side or center and never on the right, but I have not yet been...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-15-2014, 01:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,638
Posted By rick.a
I have not ever run the Dometic 211(3way) in our...

I have not ever run the Dometic 211(3way) in our Burrito on DC while travelling, but would like to do this. Does anyone really know if a beefy alternator in a Tundra can keep up with the current draw...
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