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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-03-2019, 12:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,065
Posted By ericw
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f56/ac-installa...

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f56/ac-installation-hidden-55026.html


Here is my installation from a previous trailer with pictures. You need to get cool air into the right spots and the hot...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-27-2017, 02:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,967
Posted By ericw
We have towed a scamp 13' with family and gear...

We have towed a scamp 13' with family and gear for backpacking across the country a couple of times successfully.

Because of previous transmission issues, in 2007 Honda changed the Odyssey to the...
Forum: General Chat 02-12-2016, 06:56 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,505
Posted By ericw
We did not have AC until a couple years ago. It...

We did not have AC until a couple years ago. It is not the heat that bothers us as much as the heat with high humidity. The scamp bed is not that big and one humid summer my wife didn't touch me...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-30-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,160
Posted By ericw
We have a 12V/120V compressor fridge. It has...

We have a 12V/120V compressor fridge. It has worked in the summer in the desert in the SW USA with no issues. They are not cheap and we paid $500+ for a marine/RV grade appliance. We love it and...
Forum: General Chat 12-18-2015, 07:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,657
Posted By ericw
Eggcamper is 6'7" Escape 5th wheel is 6'4" to...

Eggcamper is 6'7"
Escape 5th wheel is 6'4" to 7' because of the sloped ceiling.
Escape 19' and 21' are both 6'5".

Good luck with the search.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-09-2015, 07:48 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,436
Posted By ericw
It is quite common. Escape even offers it as an...

It is quite common. Escape even offers it as an option on new trailers. Like most of "my" ideas, they were stolen liberally (or at least adapted) from the good people on this website who were...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-09-2015, 07:24 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,436
Posted By ericw
I did it and have been happy with the separate...

I did it and have been happy with the separate cord. I bought a kit off of amazon or somewhere that had all the parts. The only change to the kit was that I replaced a few screws with bolts since...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-08-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,244
Posted By ericw
Welcome to the forum! Enjoy the trailer. Sounds...

Welcome to the forum! Enjoy the trailer. Sounds like you got a great deal. We are in Western MI so it is especially nice to have more of us in the area. I have found almost everyone here to be...
Forum: General Chat 09-18-2015, 07:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,035
Posted By ericw
Ouch. I hope you feel better soon. Best wishes.

Ouch. I hope you feel better soon. Best wishes.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-06-2015, 07:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,744
Posted By ericw
My 5'9" daughter sleeps on the top bunk and my...

My 5'9" daughter sleeps on the top bunk and my 6'1" son sleeps on the bottom bunk. I don't think it is very roomy, but it is usable.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-01-2015, 10:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,667
Posted By ericw
I was never able to get my brakes to lock up on...

I was never able to get my brakes to lock up on my 13' scamp either even after putting all new parts on. However, I can feel a light tug from the brakes on the scamp and I can hear them engaging...
Forum: General Chat 08-03-2015, 07:08 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,292
Posted By ericw
We do 4 people in a scamp 13' with bunks. Wife...

We do 4 people in a scamp 13' with bunks. Wife and daughter at 5'8" and husband and son at 6'2".

I can't imagine putting anyone on the floor if you had the bathroom unless they were very small...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-26-2015, 06:19 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, I am glad it is working. As we have said,...

Gary, I am glad it is working. As we have said, it is usually about good airflow. Between amount of airflow and there being a leak, I would guess you had a leak based on the amount of difference...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2015, 05:52 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, good news! 2 possibilities on why it...

Gary, good news!

2 possibilities on why it is better:
1. My guess is that you have a borderline system for airflow and the cooler temperatures and reduced blockage/louvers were just enough to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2015, 09:57 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Eddie, thanks for chiming in and adding a good...

Eddie, thanks for chiming in and adding a good thought. Your point is valid. However, I didn't do it because I wanted to keep the air intake and exhaust as far apart as possible and I didn't want...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2015, 09:51 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Darral, I hear you, but you have to realize I am...

Darral, I hear you, but you have to realize I am an engineer by training. So that data driven mentality and the need to continuously tinker is always present (even when it makes absolutely no common...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2015, 08:05 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Darral, yes, I am using ~100 cfm more than Gary...

Darral, yes, I am using ~100 cfm more than Gary presently. I think Gary is roughly using a 135 cfm on the exhaust so that is more comparable to my 235 cfm. I think that has been clear in our...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2015, 06:33 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, for comparison, the 4" has 75% more area...

Gary, for comparison, the 4" has 75% more area than the 3" and is 235 cfm which is a lot more air.

I agree you don't want the intake and exhaust on the same side. You don't want to recirculate...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-22-2015, 06:55 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Darral, I think I am missing something (or maybe...

Darral, I think I am missing something (or maybe we found the issue???) or I am just confused about which fan you are referring to since he has two.

I think the fan on the left of the cabinet in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-22-2015, 06:03 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, I am not sure there is a "right" answer to...

Gary, I am not sure there is a "right" answer to that. I agree on the intake side that it is easiest to just drill another 3" hole.

You could go with a 4" fan to another box that covers the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-21-2015, 06:54 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, It looks like some nice work. I am...

Gary, It looks like some nice work.

I am probably pointing out the obvious, but here it goes. The key thing is air flow and it has to go from the outside, through the AC, and then out. First, I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-21-2015, 03:49 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
It is not too bad after you have done it a couple...

It is not too bad after you have done it a couple of times :). Here is an old post explaining it. https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f65/forums-101-posting-accounts-basics-43021.html#post217275
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-20-2015, 06:43 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
If it isn't too much to ask, we love pictures...

If it isn't too much to ask, we love pictures (and it may all of us give you better feedback also).

Good luck.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-19-2015, 07:06 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, I hope others chime in as well. My best...

Gary, I hope others chime in as well. My best guess is an air flow issue. I use a 4" Rule blower at 235 cfm and their 3" blower is 135 cfm which is a sizeable difference. My exhaust is also...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-19-2015, 06:03 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, hopefully others will chime in with their...

Gary, hopefully others will chime in with their thoughts as well. I will give a couple of my thoughts and I apologize up front if they are a little obvious, but sometimes those are the missing piece...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2015, 06:24 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Congratulations! I have never checked if it...

Congratulations!

I have never checked if it gets warm on the top of the bench. I would think some warmth is not untypical since you have a heater below it. I usually have the cushions there. I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-02-2015, 06:41 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, you are correct that it sits on the two...

Gary, you are correct that it sits on the two black boards and the 13x9 pan is too short. You have to know exactly where the water comes out of the AC for this to work. I tested this on a hot...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2015, 06:35 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, Congratulations! I'm glad the holes went...

Gary, Congratulations! I'm glad the holes went well. I have a 2009 Scamp 13 and I used a Frigidaire 5000 BTU AC. I agree there is not much room. I had to measure carefully.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-27-2015, 07:16 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, I didn't want the fan to draw any air...

Gary, I didn't want the fan to draw any air except the hot air through the back of the AC. Therefore I sealed the "box" to the back of the AC, attached the fan to the box, and the dryer hose to the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-26-2015, 06:18 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, that is a good question and it is tight. ...

Gary, that is a good question and it is tight. Obviously I went through the sides and I first installed the vents/bug screen/covers on the left and right. I attached the hose to the fan, the fan to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-24-2015, 06:12 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, Yes I did seal the box to the back of the...

Gary, Yes I did seal the box to the back of the AC to capture all the hot air so the fan could blow the hot air out of the closet. I used HVAC tape or duct tape.

To hold it in place, take a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-17-2015, 06:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,808
Posted By ericw
deck plates. Search amazon for "screw out deck...

deck plates. Search amazon for "screw out deck plate" for examples. However I don't know exactly what Jeff used. YMMV.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-17-2015, 02:42 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Norm and I used different fans. I used a marine...

Norm and I used different fans. I used a marine blower. Search amazon for "Rule Blower" and look for the 4 inch inline fan. It moves a lot of air. It is also louder than I wanted so I lowered the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-17-2015, 01:48 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
I tried to design it so it was quite unlikely. ...

I tried to design it so it was quite unlikely. See the pictures at the beginning of the thread. All the components on the outside of the trailer are plastic and made for water. The cover's opening...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-17-2015, 07:43 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 18,429
Posted By ericw
Gary, I would do it again. We have used it in...

Gary, I would do it again. We have used it in Florida, Maine, out West, and in the humid MidWest. It has worked well in heat and humidity. It may not be perfect, but it takes the humidity out and...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-15-2015, 01:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,627
Posted By ericw
I tow with an Odyssey and a Scamp 13' with brakes...

I tow with an Odyssey and a Scamp 13' with brakes and love it. I have been CA to ME to FL to Canada. You may hear stories of Odyssey transmission issues when towing. I believe in 2007 they...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-14-2015, 06:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,771
Posted By ericw
Here is what I did: ...

Here is what I did: https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f56/cabinet-doors-stay-shut-now-58881.html

Quick summary in pictures:
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-27-2015, 06:15 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 12,669
Posted By ericw
Will, I did something very similar in my scamp...

Will, I did something very similar in my scamp 13' and 5000 BTU's was more than enough (IMO). Here are a few thoughts that others may add to. First, I noticed that my floor was cold enough, but the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-16-2015, 07:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,162
Posted By ericw
I have a scamp 13' and I am 6'2" tall. I also...

I have a scamp 13' and I am 6'2" tall. I also added vinyl flooring over the existing carpet. If I stand as tall as I can, I can feel my hair rub on the ceiling (and my hair does not nicely lay...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 05-11-2015, 10:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,867
Posted By ericw
I had similar concerns. I use Firefox and...

I had similar concerns. I use Firefox and Adblock plus to remove all ads and have been very happy with the results.

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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-05-2015, 05:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,335
Posted By ericw
The seal is attached to the door jam/trailer.

The seal is attached to the door jam/trailer.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-28-2015, 07:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,603
Posted By ericw
I use 5000 BTU and it is more than sufficient. ...

I use 5000 BTU and it is more than sufficient. Obviously it depends on setup, outside temperature... and how cool you want it inside. I like to have a little extra so I would do 5000 BTU again.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-28-2015, 05:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,335
Posted By ericw
Below is a picture on how I did it. I don't know...

Below is a picture on how I did it. I don't know if it is right or wrong but it seems to work and I am happy with it. Note that I had 1 seal all the way around except on the bottom I had two seals....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-24-2015, 09:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,793
Posted By ericw
I was in the same boat. I had a scamp with a...

I was in the same boat. I had a scamp with a small ice box and replaced it with a 2 way (12V/120V) compressor fridge. The overriding reason for me was I didn't want to cut holes in the fiberglass...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-23-2015, 04:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,716
Posted By ericw
We wanted a 13' scamp that slept 4 people also. ...

We wanted a 13' scamp that slept 4 people also. We bought one without a fridge and with bunk beds in front. I then bought a Norcold 120V/12V fridge to replace the ice box. You have to hook up the...
Forum: General Chat 02-24-2015, 11:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,113
Posted By ericw
We camp with a family of 4 in a Scamp 13'. We...

We camp with a family of 4 in a Scamp 13'. We all range 5'8" - 6'2". You can make it work and we like it. Other requirements will likely dictate your choice (how much space you want, tow limits on...
Forum: General Chat 02-21-2015, 08:57 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,756
Posted By ericw
I have a Honda Odyssey and have towed a 13' Scamp...

I have a Honda Odyssey and have towed a 13' Scamp from CA to MA to FL to the Canadian Rockies with no issues.

I believe in 2007 the Odyssey got the heavier duty transmission from the Ridgeline and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-26-2015, 08:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,117
Posted By ericw
Correct. Our Norcold (model DE-0751 I think) is...

Correct. Our Norcold (model DE-0751 I think) is all electric with both 12VDC and 120VAC.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-26-2015, 06:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,117
Posted By ericw
We installed a Norcold 2.7 cubic foot in place of...

We installed a Norcold 2.7 cubic foot in place of the ice box in our scamp (https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/tags/scamp.html) 13. We love it and would do it again. Fairly simple installation. ...
Forum: General Chat 09-25-2014, 06:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,607
Posted By ericw
I am 6'2" and my wife is 5'8" and we have the...

I am 6'2" and my wife is 5'8" and we have the smaller bed and would not get the larger one. We wouldn't give up the storage for the bigger bed. We do like to snuggle and this encourages that.
...
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