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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-18-2023, 08:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 886
Posted By AlanKilian
I really wanted a Truma combination air and water...

I really wanted a Truma combination air and water heater for our new van conversion, but try as hard as I could, I was unable to buy one in the USA for DIY installation.

I could have imported one...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 12-09-2023, 07:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By AlanKilian
Putting in your budget would likely help a LOT. ...

Putting in your budget would likely help a LOT.

There are scammers on both sides of the equation and someone welling may be thinking the same thing about your post.

Sometimes, people post a...
Forum: Money Matters 12-02-2023, 01:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,403
Posted By AlanKilian
Well, our 1977 Scamp 13' sold today for $8,500...

Well, our 1977 Scamp 13' sold today for $8,500 cash.

Thank you all for the years of friendly conversations.

We're moving on to #vanlife now, but I'll still check in once in a while.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-02-2023, 09:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,398
Posted By AlanKilian
Angry What happened to the "Be nice" guidelines?

Why do two different OPINIONS on things always turn into snotty unpleasant "discussions" on this forum.

Sheesh people, we're all on the same team here and people do things differently and like...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-30-2023, 02:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,398
Posted By AlanKilian
I guess it depends on if you want to tow with...

I guess it depends on if you want to tow with multiple vehicles.
If so, brake controller on the camper wins.

Also, if you think your camper is going to outlast your tow vehicle.
If so, brake...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-30-2023, 10:56 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,398
Posted By AlanKilian
I also use the Prodigy RF on my Scamp. It's...

I also use the Prodigy RF on my Scamp.

It's awesome because anyone with a 7-pin connector can tow the and have brakes!

There's no need to hack into your (possibly older vehicle) (possibly very...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-24-2023, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 634
Posted By AlanKilian
WELCOME!

This is exciting. Welcome and we're here to help.

I have a 1977 Scamp 13' that we bought out of a forest in MN and have completely renovated over the last 13 years.

We use the original gravity...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-24-2023, 08:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 742
Posted By AlanKilian
Heck yeah, that looks like a great project. ...

Heck yeah, that looks like a great project.

We peeled that orange stuff off our 1977 and replaced it with new white stuff from Scamp.
It didn't stick very well (as others here have experienced)...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-14-2023, 11:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 736
Posted By AlanKilian
I can't say I understand your plumbing there. ...

I can't say I understand your plumbing there.

Why is the hot and cold tubing connected together with a "T" fitting on the left.

Maybe my limited brain could understand more if I saw a drawing...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-12-2023, 03:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,533
Posted By AlanKilian
The Scamp parts store says 5-bolt for...

The Scamp parts store says 5-bolt for 2004-present trailers.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-12-2023, 03:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,252
Posted By AlanKilian
Using the Scamp parts store and searching for...

Using the Scamp parts store and searching for Axle, it says 5-bolt are 2004-present.

https://www.scamptrailers.com/?s=axle
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-07-2023, 02:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,697
Posted By AlanKilian
https://tinyurl.com/PriusVTowRatings

https://tinyurl.com/PriusVTowRatings
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-04-2023, 05:20 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,697
Posted By AlanKilian
"Toyota’s 2016 Prius has a maximum towing...

"Toyota’s 2016 Prius has a maximum towing capacity of 1,598 pounds"

From: https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/toyota-2016-prius-hybrid-towing-capability/

So I guess it depends on if you have the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-04-2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 799
Posted By AlanKilian
Smile 400 watts of solar a 270 AH battery is quite large in the world of fiberglass campers

:laugh :laugh :laugh

400 Watts of solar and a 270 Amp-Hour battery is a LARGE system in my opinion.

I've got a 30 Watt solar 35 AH battery and it's great for our 13' Scamp.

Two Etch Is Own....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-22-2023, 01:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 920
Posted By AlanKilian
I added a battery and solar charger to our 1977...

I added a battery and solar charger to our 1977 Scamp 13' for about US$150

We have many LED lights. Above the table, above the sink, above the stove and two on the ends of the upper cabinet. We...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 10-21-2023, 09:20 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,352
Posted By AlanKilian
That's exactly what we do. To prepare, we...

That's exactly what we do.

To prepare, we season and make hamburger patties, seasoned steak and Salmon, chili, spaghetti sauce and they all get vacuum packed and frozen to act as ice in the...
Forum: Money Matters 10-17-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,403
Posted By AlanKilian
Smile It's for sale NOW!

By the way, since I can't get the classifieds section to authenticate my phone number, it's listed here:

https://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/for-sale/1977-scamp-13-sale-10000-boston-ma

Please...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-16-2023, 01:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,002
Posted By AlanKilian
1977 13' Scamp forsale, Boston, $10,000

I can't get the classified section to validate any of the phone numbers I have, so I posted my trailer here.

https://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/for-sale/1977-scamp-13-sale-10000-boston-ma
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 10-16-2023, 01:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 15,455
Posted By AlanKilian
I can't get the fiberglass rv forsale to validate my phone number, so I'll post here.

https://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/for-sale/1977-scamp-13-sale-10000-boston-ma
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-12-2023, 02:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 902
Posted By AlanKilian
This is what they use in new Scamp trailers, so...

This is what they use in new Scamp trailers, so it should work for you.

https://www.scamptrailers.com/product/suburban-nt-20seq-furnace
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-11-2023, 07:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,002
Posted By AlanKilian
Hey Jon, Maggie and I are about to join...

Hey Jon,

Maggie and I are about to join you and Bonnie in the MA former FGRV club.

Do you have any advice for selling into the MA market?
We have a 1977 Scamp 13' with lots of new...
Forum: Money Matters 10-08-2023, 11:03 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,403
Posted By AlanKilian
How do you take payment for a sold camper?

I think the possibilities are cash or cashier's check.

I've read that cashier's checks are not reliable even if you take them to your bank and verify/deposit them before completing the sale.

I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-29-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,326
Posted By AlanKilian
We bought a new Promaster van and we're...

We bought a new Promaster van and we're converting it into a campervan.

Today in the rain, we chopped two holes in the sides and installed windows!

https://photos.app.goo.gl/Y2B4MT3HFHDV55UB6
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 09-28-2023, 06:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,018
Posted By AlanKilian
And that's a little obnoxious.

And that's a little obnoxious.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2023, 06:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,326
Posted By AlanKilian
Of course, JUST before we get to the selling part.

We're on the second-to-last trip before we out our 1977 Scamp 13' for sale and one of the 45 year old particle board upper cabinet doors dissolved off the hinges in my hand.

Well, I've been...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-25-2023, 06:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,744
Posted By AlanKilian
Did you check the VIN on your camper with that...

Did you check the VIN on your camper with that VIN lookup page posted above?

I suspect it's a LOT older than ten years from your photos.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-25-2023, 03:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,027
Posted By AlanKilian
Angry Our last trip in the Scamp only lasted 18 hours. :cry

Oh poo. Our last trip was a bust.

On the evening of our first night we noticed a large lump on our dog's neck and by the middle of the night he was swelling in other places around his face so we...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-23-2023, 05:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,744
Posted By AlanKilian
I had better luck calling places that build and...

I had better luck calling places that build and repair horse trailers or farm equipment.

They seemed less intimidated by the idea that they would have to chop out stuff and weld new stuff in by...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-23-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,744
Posted By AlanKilian
I don't know if this is in your area, but I had...

I don't know if this is in your area, but I had Amherst Welding in MA chop out our ancient (1977 Scamp 13') rusty axle (and owner-added lift box) and reinforce the are, add a new lift box and weld-in...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-19-2023, 09:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,027
Posted By AlanKilian
This is something that's a great disappointment...

This is something that's a great disappointment to me after moving out here from MN.

In MN a LOT of campsites stayed open 365 days a year.
- A pit toilet that can be used year-round.
- A...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-18-2023, 03:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,027
Posted By AlanKilian
Mt Moosalamoo VT. Our LAST TRIP!

Next week, we're taking our last camping trip in the Scamp!
:-(

We're going to the dark-side and building a camper van now.
Our month-long trip down the eastern side of the USA in March and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2023, 07:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,003
Posted By AlanKilian
I completed my conformal coating and installation...

I completed my conformal coating and installation of the buck/boost regulator and put photos with comments online here:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/mBoLaE1CnV1cB51e6

I did make a booboo that I'll...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-04-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,649
Posted By AlanKilian
Here's an image. I hope you find what you...

Here's an image.

I hope you find what you need for a good price.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-03-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,649
Posted By AlanKilian
I ordered from Michaela at Canadian Axle and had...

I ordered from Michaela at Canadian Axle and had delivered to Massachusetts no problems.

She was wonderful guiding me through the measurements I needed to make.

Here's my invoice in Canadian...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-03-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,794
Posted By AlanKilian
She helped me get an axle for my 1977 Scamp 13' a...

She helped me get an axle for my 1977 Scamp 13' a couple of years ago and was awesome then also.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-02-2023, 12:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 416
Posted By AlanKilian
Maxxair 5100K adding a regulator and conformal coating.

Reading that MaxxAir fans with a serial number lower than 22xxxx have a main control board that doesn't like the voltages that can occur in a LiFePo4 system, I completed the addition of a DC:DC...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-01-2023, 08:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,649
Posted By AlanKilian
I got mine from Canadian Axle. They were the...

I got mine from Canadian Axle.

They were the only folks who had the parts to build it at that time.

I'll attach the invoice so you can contact them.

Michaela was wonderful to work with.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-30-2023, 04:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,003
Posted By AlanKilian
There's a well known (at least to the experts of...

There's a well known (at least to the experts of the World Wide Web) problem with Maxxfans built before about 2022 where the control board can't handle voltages above about 3.5 Volts.

You can look...
Forum: Money Matters 06-29-2023, 08:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,270
Posted By AlanKilian
Just report the post and be done with it. ...

Just report the post and be done with it.

This kind of post has no place in this community and degrades everyone's experience.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-29-2023, 06:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 977
Posted By AlanKilian
I got a new flexiride axle built for my 1977...

I got a new flexiride axle built for my 1977 Scamp 13' for CAN$500 from Canadian axle.

Maybe you should check with them. Michaela is wonderful and patiently answered all my questions and guided me...
Forum: Money Matters 06-26-2023, 11:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,270
Posted By AlanKilian
Since we're all into politics now instead of...

Since we're all into politics now instead of campers, I'll say I'm simply falling in love with your governor!

FINALLY someone who is standing up for the next generation and doing something about...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-25-2023, 02:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,449
Posted By AlanKilian
Oh MJo, I'm sorry to hear you are not going to be...

Oh MJo, I'm sorry to hear you are not going to be able to use your new Scamp.

It's been great talking to you about your modifications, learning and excitement about this camper.

Good luck on...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-12-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,236
Posted By AlanKilian
That's probably perfect for some, but I have no...

That's probably perfect for some, but I have no desire for an air conditioning unit and the build you link to has US$3200 for the batteries, $800 for the AC unit $1,400 for the controller.

Not...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-05-2023, 12:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,236
Posted By AlanKilian
Oooohhhhh.... I like the idea of a...

Oooohhhhh....

I like the idea of a combination unit.

I'll definitely look into that.

-Alan
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-05-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,236
Posted By AlanKilian
Thanks Perry, I do think that we want to keep the...

Thanks Perry, I do think that we want to keep the moisture and combustion byproducts out of the van though. Although the silent operation looks fantastic!
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 06-05-2023, 07:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,236
Posted By AlanKilian
Is there a fairly quiet propane heater?

We have a beautiful Suburban gravity furnace in our 1977 Scamp 13' and we love it.

However, we're starting to (heresy alert!) plan out a van build and we'd like a bigger furnace, but not one...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 05-17-2023, 07:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,642
Posted By AlanKilian
I just saw that and tried to remember where else...

I just saw that and tried to remember where else I heard about a FGRV and ham radio!

Congratulations.

73 Alan KC1QHV
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-16-2023, 10:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 750
Posted By AlanKilian
I replied to your PM, but I can't make...

I replied to your PM, but I can't make attachments, so here is the build sheet for my Scamp 13'

NOTE: I updated to have them build a 5 on 4.5 axle instead of this 4 on 4.5.

Of course you'll...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-15-2023, 03:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 750
Posted By AlanKilian
I used Canadian Axle and got a Flexiride with...

I used Canadian Axle and got a Flexiride with electric brakes for my Scamp 13'
I think a Boler 1300 is similar.

If you want to go the Canadian/Flexiride way, let me know and I'll post what I know...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-02-2023, 05:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 774
Posted By AlanKilian
Are they the same as the Scamp bunk posts? ...

Are they the same as the Scamp bunk posts?

You can get them (in BROWN???) from Scamp.

https://www.scamptrailers.com/product/bunk-post-2
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