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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-13-2015, 10:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,320
Posted By indigodave
I had a rack on my rear bumper that took so much...

I had a rack on my rear bumper that took so much torque that the weld ripped. BEWARE. I got a triangle of metal welded on both intersections of bumper attachments to add strength. Do a search on...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-23-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,014
Posted By indigodave
Hi Roy, I washed it well with barkeepers,...

Hi Roy,
I washed it well with barkeepers, rinsed well, put 5 layers on, was shiny and all that. BUT....it was sunny and hot, thinking tooo hot, dried very fast, basically finished one coat and could...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-19-2013, 10:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,014
Posted By indigodave
Temp?

Hi James, I did not have good luck with mine. What were the weather conditions when you did your cleaning and ZEP. Cloudy? Temperatures? I need to figure out my error!
Thx. Yours looks...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-09-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,838
Posted By indigodave
replacing mine!

I see you are in Ontario. I am having all my cushions done by a local fellow. Price seemed good. If you PM me I will let you know how it turns out and perhaps he might like to do yours. He is north...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-04-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,462
Posted By indigodave
Exclamation Trillium Rear Bumper Failure

I must share this near disaster story.

I had a two inch receiver welded onto the 2X3 rear bumper, as well as raising the spare tire holder to fit the addition. I added a bike rack, two bikes...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,771
Posted By indigodave
Red face Yes Shelley, I got it at Home Hardware, (I...

Yes Shelley, I got it at Home Hardware, (I think). But I got it!!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-22-2013, 11:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 22,488
Posted By indigodave
Hi Roy, Finished that Boler yet? I doubt there...

Hi Roy, Finished that Boler yet?
I doubt there was any finish of any sort on the Trill. It was really chalky when I got it and the finish was well worn where a plastic tarp had been put on over...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-22-2013, 08:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 22,488
Posted By indigodave
Glad to see this thread. I used BFK last summer...

Glad to see this thread. I used BFK last summer on my Trillium, rinsed well and used 5 coats of ZEP. It looked great!
This spring, it looks awful. Peeling, flaking, chalking. All on the top half....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-31-2013, 11:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,535
Posted By indigodave
Hi Ben, Nice work! I too am trying to fix up the...

Hi Ben, Nice work! I too am trying to fix up the similar Trill.

How did you attach the shelves inside the closet?

Did you have the upper curved fiberglass shelves over the ends? A bulkhead...
Forum: General Chat 03-31-2013, 03:46 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,954
Posted By indigodave
Yes Dave, I have the front gaucho model.

Yes Dave, I have the front gaucho model.
Forum: General Chat 03-29-2013, 03:41 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,954
Posted By indigodave
By the Numbers

Got out of hibernation and tromped thru the lingering snow to seek out the serial numbers.
13-2202178
Issue number 47545

Love this one! Tire inflation 28 lbs!!!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-29-2013, 03:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,887
Posted By indigodave
To the Shining!

Hi,
I tried many solvent/dissolve products but my frames were so pitted I went Princess Auto and bought a polishing kit for the drill. It had 3 different colours of abrasives, (wish I had marked...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-11-2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,102
Posted By indigodave
Hi Raz, Tried to repair hinges today. HMMMM ...

Hi Raz,
Tried to repair hinges today. HMMMM not smooth going.:roll

I cut out the rectangular hole to access the trailer side hinge backs. There was another bulge of FGlass where the three screws...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-11-2012, 10:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,476
Posted By indigodave
Thx Alf, I guess I just have to live with...

Thx Alf,

I guess I just have to live with the streaks. Yuck. Still have not had the Trill on the road so maybe it is not road dust just air dust! Thought it might from the aluminum. o well.
Does...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-07-2012, 05:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,476
Posted By indigodave
Thx guys, I did use the Zep treatment. The...

Thx guys,
I did use the Zep treatment. The stain is still a bit tough to clean, especially on the paint on the repaired belly band. I would like to stop the mess. Anyone have a way to seal the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-07-2012, 01:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,476
Posted By indigodave
Black lines from windows

Could someone please tell me what the black runoff lines are from that appear down the side and below the windows? Is it from the butyl or the aluminum frame? How do I prevent it?
Thx all you...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2012, 07:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,716
Posted By indigodave
Gel coat chips on my Trill were at the front and...

Gel coat chips on my Trill were at the front and pretty bad. No amount of salsa was going to fix those! So I masked of a curve and sprayed Beige undercoating over it all to protect and hide. 2 cans...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-02-2012, 07:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,754
Posted By indigodave
Roy, Thx, Makes sense. thx Ron, I will try...

Roy, Thx, Makes sense. thx

Ron, I will try and learn more about what you mean. Your answers to my questions makes sense re switch and isolator. I am not knowledgeable enough to run a wire inside...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-02-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,754
Posted By indigodave
Beginning a new re-wiring of lights

Hiya,
I am just needing a bit of a push with info about starting the re-wire of the 74 Trill. I am doing the running light system first. then later maybe the interior lights. Planning a simple 4...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-11-2012, 10:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,670
Posted By indigodave
Wow, Quick replies THX to each of you! Thx...

Wow, Quick replies THX to each of you!

Thx Roy for your links. Have you used the H188 tires? Did they satisfy your needs? Big price difference.

Bias or Radial seems to be the issue often...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-11-2012, 09:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,670
Posted By indigodave
Are these good tires?

Good day,
Princess auto has tires and rims on sale. I am wondering if they are a good buy and good for my 74 Trillium 1300. Price is $129.99 CND down from $174.99

Attributes &...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-04-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,265
Posted By indigodave
Kevinhenry61 posted great videos on youtube. I...

Kevinhenry61 posted great videos on youtube. I wonder where he has gone? His vids encouraged me to go forth and renovate!

Try this site.

Cleaning and painting a side window on a Boler trailer -...
Forum: General Chat 06-21-2012, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,398
Posted By indigodave
Now, Boys!! Let's all play nice. No one sounds...

Now, Boys!! Let's all play nice. No one sounds rude to me.

After all, rudeness is in the mind of the beholder!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-20-2012, 10:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,318
Posted By indigodave
A good Link

I hope this link has not been posted before. Just saw it today and thought of you all out there. Give it a view and let us know what you think. I like that it has an Android app as well.

We Camp...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-30-2012, 03:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,716
Posted By indigodave
Canadian Source?

Ok I didn't get much response here so maybe there are others searching for answers too.

Where the heck in Canada, Ontario, Toronto or 'northly' can I get ( a few) rivets?

I have determined that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-23-2012, 11:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,716
Posted By indigodave
Pivot Rivet

Don't know what to call them. They are like a rivet but are solid with a flared end and allow movement in items like windows and the stone guard.
Mine are rusty, old and need replacing. How do i...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-23-2012, 11:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By indigodave
Thanks for the feedback and ideas from you all! ...

Thanks for the feedback and ideas from you all!

I think I will try to contact cement the cut ensolite skin. The belly band repair has been completed and I am very pleased with the combo of glass...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-17-2012, 01:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By indigodave
Hello Francene, I carry my boats on the car,...

Hello Francene,

I carry my boats on the car, a Venza, 4 cylinder, 2009. Kayak is in a J holder on the Thule rack and the canoe is on the Thule rack snuggled beside the Yak so she is comfy!:wub...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-16-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By indigodave
Hello Dave W, Thx for the reply.:) I will...

Hello Dave W, Thx for the reply.:)
I will read up on self adhesive belly bands. That might hide a beginner's fibreglass/bondo job. :wakThx for the heater removal link. It actually scared me away...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-16-2012, 11:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By indigodave
Wink 1974 TRILLIUM aka "LGG"

Hello,


I have been lurking/reading/learning for awhile now on this site and feel ready to step up and introduce myself. :chin


But first I must say that this site is perhaps the most...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-05-2012, 09:21 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 35,098
Posted By indigodave
No matches needed or igniter needed for the...

No matches needed or igniter needed for the stove. Use an 'dead'/empty bbq lighter. The spark is all you need!
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