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Robert Detrick
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
05-17-2017, 11:38 AM
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32
Trailer too light for tow vehicle?
Views:
9,895
Posted By
Robert Detrick
bounce bounce
I put radial passanger tires on my 13 ft. scamp and bounce is gone
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-26-2014, 09:59 AM
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1985 scamp frigerator quit
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1,100
Posted By
Robert Detrick
this is the origional 2way frig. burner works, 12...
this is the origional 2way frig. burner works, 12 volt heater works, can't find any evedence of leakage. I suspect a blockage. So I am going to remove it, turn it over and shake it. Hopefully it...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-25-2014, 05:01 PM
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1985 scamp frigerator quit
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1,100
Posted By
Robert Detrick
1985 scamp frigerator quit
may have to replace my frig. it is the same size as an ice box. can the unit be removed through the door?
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-21-2013, 01:19 PM
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37
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May 18-19, 2013: Maryhill (SP) in May
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6,230
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Thanks for the nice photos, Sally the dog says...
Thanks for the nice photos, Sally the dog says thanks too.
Forum:
General Chat
10-23-2012, 05:40 PM
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50
Boating while camping. What do you do?
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13,258
Posted By
Robert Detrick
I put my 12ft. aluminum boat on top of my van,...
I put my 12ft. aluminum boat on top of my van, stow the outboard in the van. I have a power roof rack to load and unload boat. The boat has wheels so I can drive to the boat landing. works good.
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
10-16-2012, 04:48 PM
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37
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May 18-19, 2013: Maryhill (SP) in May
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6,230
Posted By
Robert Detrick
I will be arriving friday in site 26
I will be arriving friday in site 26
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-07-2012, 08:18 AM
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28
What are your thoughts on a new tow vehicle?
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4,219
Posted By
Robert Detrick
I have been a ford tech. for 30 years and have...
I have been a ford tech. for 30 years and have seen lots of changes. The manual trans. is gone because the new automatics are more efficient. Ford has dropped the ranger because the F-150 can get...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-06-2012, 09:22 PM
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17 ft burro axle
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1,711
Posted By
Robert Detrick
thanks Donna, I will bring you some good coffee...
thanks Donna, I will bring you some good coffee this weekend
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-06-2012, 03:23 PM
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17 ft burro axle
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1,711
Posted By
Robert Detrick
great than $1300 for trailer is a good price
great than $1300 for trailer is a good price
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-06-2012, 03:20 PM
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28
What are your thoughts on a new tow vehicle?
Views:
4,219
Posted By
Robert Detrick
I would take a hard look at the f-150 with the...
I would take a hard look at the f-150 with the eco boost 6 cyl. It will get great gas milage and pull about anything you want
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
10-06-2012, 03:10 PM
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17 ft burro axle
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1,711
Posted By
Robert Detrick
17 ft burro axle
I am thinking about buying a 1985 17ft burro. the trailer is in great shape but it has a bent axle. What can you tell me about replacement axle for the burro?
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
10-03-2012, 07:32 PM
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87
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Oct 11-14, 2012: Fall NOG - Northern Oregon Gathering
Views:
13,632
Posted By
Robert Detrick
I will see you all there! I am in site 4A
I will see you all there! I am in site 4A
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-23-2012, 06:52 PM
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17
Support legs
Views:
2,992
Posted By
Robert Detrick
I found on my rear jacks that the spring can get...
I found on my rear jacks that the spring can get out of its groove or on the wrong side and cause that type of problem
Forum:
General Chat
07-18-2012, 07:21 AM
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15
What happens in Bandon, Stay's in Bandon?
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2,236
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Bandon beach
Perfect Oregon weather
Forum:
General Chat
07-17-2012, 07:24 PM
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41
Donna D. is back online
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5,215
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Glad you are back and nice chatting at Bandon.
Glad you are back and nice chatting at Bandon.
Forum:
General Chat
07-09-2012, 04:58 AM
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Sticky:
Show Us Your Rigs
Views:
608,911
Posted By
Robert Detrick
lil tag along
I found my 1985 scamp under a tarp in a winery field covered in a tarp.She was a little green with algae but had been used very little. I brought her home for $900 and had no idea what she was worth.
Forum:
General Chat
07-08-2012, 07:23 AM
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140
Poll:
Age of fiberglass trailer owners?
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16,552
Posted By
Robert Detrick
camp comforts
I am 52, I usually tent camped but the little egg makes boonie camping easy!
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-08-2012, 07:04 AM
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28
Interior Redo!
Views:
5,498
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Karen nice redo! What did you use for vinyl...
Karen nice redo! What did you use for vinyl flooring. I have been thinking about taking the carpet out of my 85 scamp.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
07-06-2012, 05:29 PM
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American Boler from kansas
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1,911
Posted By
Robert Detrick
send some photos,I want to see what a $250 boler...
send some photos,I want to see what a $250 boler looks like.
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-05-2012, 05:53 AM
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9
My new Burro 1981!
Views:
2,329
Posted By
Robert Detrick
WOW! nice burro! Looks ready to rock!
WOW! nice burro! Looks ready to rock!
Forum:
Oregon Gatherings
07-04-2012, 06:07 AM
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37
The Oregon Gathering needs Volunteers
Views:
4,713
Posted By
Robert Detrick
We will bring 2 tables and some extra fire wood....
We will bring 2 tables and some extra fire wood. I would also take group photos
Forum:
General Chat
06-28-2012, 06:44 AM
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6
fly fishing
Views:
1,211
Posted By
Robert Detrick
All my sisters fish.
When I was growing up, the only way we fished was fly fishing. I have 4 sisters and a mother that are avid fly fishers. I found out if you weren't catching fish hand a rod to one of my sisters. We...
Forum:
Oregon Gatherings
06-24-2012, 06:15 AM
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16
2012 OR Gathering (July 12-15)
Views:
5,068
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Dan you bring guitar and I will bring my banjo....
Dan you bring guitar and I will bring my banjo. Camped next to you!
Forum:
General Chat
06-20-2012, 06:30 PM
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16
Butyl Tape...but this is different...no really
Views:
3,072
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Butyl tape is wonderful stuff! I have stuck...
Butyl tape is wonderful stuff! I have stuck motorcycle side covers, Interior trim pieces with broken tabs and set windshields. But.. it only compresses so far with ease, you may break stuff. I use...
Forum:
Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
06-12-2012, 09:22 PM
Replies:
303
How do you make Coffee?
Views:
62,001
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Brian they make percolator coffee filters, you...
Brian they make percolator coffee filters, you can find them at the grocery store. I have been using them.
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
06-12-2012, 09:07 PM
Replies:
108
WA |
June 8-10, 2012 Taidnapam Washington Gathering
Views:
15,689
Posted By
Robert Detrick
I thought Tiadnapam was a great place to group...
I thought Tiadnapam was a great place to group camp. Yes things were spread out, but that makes a good morning walk. We could see almost everybody's camp at a turn of the head. Fishing was available...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
06-10-2012, 04:58 PM
Replies:
108
WA |
June 8-10, 2012 Taidnapam Washington Gathering
Views:
15,689
Posted By
Robert Detrick
good people, good fun!
I had a great time on my first outing. Thank You!
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
06-05-2012, 06:05 AM
Replies:
108
WA |
June 8-10, 2012 Taidnapam Washington Gathering
Views:
15,689
Posted By
Robert Detrick
so is it bring the best camp dessert and bring...
so is it bring the best camp dessert and bring your dinner?
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
06-03-2012, 06:08 AM
Replies:
108
WA |
June 8-10, 2012 Taidnapam Washington Gathering
Views:
15,689
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Bring your fishing rod, fish don't mind being wet!
Bring your fishing rod, fish don't mind being wet!
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-21-2012, 08:56 PM
Replies:
108
WA |
June 8-10, 2012 Taidnapam Washington Gathering
Views:
15,689
Posted By
Robert Detrick
thank you kim
thank you kim
Forum:
Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
05-21-2012, 07:17 AM
Replies:
303
How do you make Coffee?
Views:
62,001
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Jane if I am worried about bulk you can get a...
Jane if I am worried about bulk you can get a drip basket that you can set on your cup or on a pot. and just heat up hot water. I have a coleman like yours and I agree it is bulky and slow. That is...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-21-2012, 07:05 AM
Replies:
108
WA |
June 8-10, 2012 Taidnapam Washington Gathering
Views:
15,689
Posted By
Robert Detrick
has any one fished riffle lake at Taidnapam? Can...
has any one fished riffle lake at Taidnapam? Can I use a motor on my boat?
Forum:
Hobbies & Passions
05-21-2012, 06:33 AM
Replies:
181
Have Dog Will Travel!
Views:
21,082
Posted By
Robert Detrick
dog sleeping bags
my dogs have learned it gets cold winter camping.they have their own sleeping bags and own mats under picnic table.
Forum:
Hobbies & Passions
05-20-2012, 11:58 AM
Replies:
181
Have Dog Will Travel!
Views:
21,082
Posted By
Robert Detrick
my 3 austrailian shepards
chloe, caspian, sally
Forum:
Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
05-20-2012, 06:59 AM
Replies:
303
How do you make Coffee?
Views:
62,001
Posted By
Robert Detrick
coffee
I use the old percolator that can be kept warm on the fire or used on any stove
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-18-2012, 06:53 AM
Replies:
51
WA |
May 18-20, 2012: Maryhill (SP) in May
Views:
7,944
Posted By
Robert Detrick
mary hill camp
trailer camp seems to be full. I guess i will toss a tent in . Is there going to be a potluck on saturday.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-17-2012, 07:35 AM
Replies:
12
new here with my 1985 scamp
Views:
1,736
Posted By
Robert Detrick
happy to be camping
sally my pup is excited, we just got a spot at tainapam!
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-16-2012, 10:58 PM
Replies:
108
WA |
June 8-10, 2012 Taidnapam Washington Gathering
Views:
15,689
Posted By
Robert Detrick
Please add Robert Detrick to Taidnapam Rally....
Please add Robert Detrick to Taidnapam Rally. Will be in site 213
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
05-16-2012, 07:50 PM
Replies:
9
Battery "Full Charge" or Not?
Views:
2,017
Posted By
Robert Detrick
bttery tender
a battery tender is a low current or amperage battery charger that you can leave attached to your battery between trips. Because of the low current it will not boil your battery. When i am dry...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
05-16-2012, 07:04 PM
Replies:
9
Battery "Full Charge" or Not?
Views:
2,017
Posted By
Robert Detrick
battery charge
a fully charged 12 volt battery will read 12.6 volts. when first removed from a charger may show close to 14 volts,then slowly drop off but should eventually be stable at 12.6 volts. I use a battery...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-16-2012, 06:30 PM
Replies:
12
new here with my 1985 scamp
Views:
1,736
Posted By
Robert Detrick
wiring update
I removed all the factory scotch lock wiring connecters and soldered all splices. Up dated all fuses to spade type. All interior lights have led bulbs, and installed a range hood so I can vent fumes...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-16-2012, 06:31 AM
Replies:
12
new here with my 1985 scamp
Views:
1,736
Posted By
Robert Detrick
July camping
just reserved site in Bandon
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-15-2012, 08:45 PM
Replies:
12
new here with my 1985 scamp
Views:
1,736
Posted By
Robert Detrick
scamp interior
hope the photos show up46284
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Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-15-2012, 08:36 PM
Replies:
12
new here with my 1985 scamp
Views:
1,736
Posted By
Robert Detrick
i looked at mary hill but campground full. When...
i looked at mary hill but campground full. When is the next NW event
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-15-2012, 07:56 PM
Replies:
12
new here with my 1985 scamp
Views:
1,736
Posted By
Robert Detrick
I am in Cornelius Or. and as soon as i figure how...
I am in Cornelius Or. and as soon as i figure how to insert photos i will
Forum:
Hi, I am....
05-15-2012, 07:49 PM
Replies:
12
new here with my 1985 scamp
Views:
1,736
Posted By
Robert Detrick
new here with my 1985 scamp
just finished painting interior, turned out great!
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