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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-13-2021, 02:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,772
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi Roger, Sorry for the late reply, just...

Hi Roger,

Sorry for the late reply, just noticed this now. The shop is called West Coast Motor Sport and it's just off the highway. I haven't been there in some tine, but they had a decent amount...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-23-2021, 07:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 928
Posted By Bluebamboo
Thumbs up Thanks, John. That answers my question perfectly....

Thanks, John. That answers my question perfectly. Appreciated.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-23-2021, 07:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 928
Posted By Bluebamboo
Clearance lights (12v)?

Hello,

I have almost all my clearance lights replaced with LED's on my 86' Bigfoot and I'm wondering if its possible to have them on when not attached to then tow vehicle (running off 12v)? Is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-12-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,473
Posted By Bluebamboo
Thanks, Bob. I ordered a 10 pack and just...

Thanks, Bob. I ordered a 10 pack and just realized there is 11 lights in total (2 on the bottom). Your suggestion may come in handy.

Michael
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-11-2021, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,473
Posted By Bluebamboo
..just in case anyone may be searching for...

..just in case anyone may be searching for something similar. The original Stratolite models are no longer in production, but these LED's look like a good match.

...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-10-2021, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,473
Posted By Bluebamboo
86 Bigfoot clearance lights?

Hello all,

Can anyone recommend a source for these round, 2.5" flush-mount lights? I'm replacing them and its challenging to find the right ones. Tried local auto parts/RV shops but no luck. The...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-10-2021, 10:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 597
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi Dave, Thanks. They were my first stop,...

Hi Dave,

Thanks. They were my first stop, but unfortunately they’re out of stack with no stated ETA on new stock. I fear production may have been halted.

Michael
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-10-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 597
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hello Burrorjo, thanks for the suggestion. I do...

Hello Burrorjo, thanks for the suggestion. I do have some local auto supply places to check out locally. Appreciate the suggestion :)

Michael
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-09-2021, 09:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,447
Posted By Bluebamboo
Looks great! Great colour, too. May I ask what...

Looks great! Great colour, too. May I ask what product you used? Thanks
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 04-09-2021, 11:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 597
Posted By Bluebamboo
WANTED Support arm s for 1986 17ft Bigfoot

Hello,

Hoping to find some replacement support arms for my front window rock guard.

Thanks



View this ad at Fiberglass Classifieds - WANTED Support arm s for 1986 17ft Bigfoot...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2020, 05:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,055
Posted By Bluebamboo
Nice looking set up, Glen. Always liked the...

Nice looking set up, Glen. Always liked the Escapes!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2020, 05:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,055
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi John, Yep, I think those will work. Looks...

Hi John,

Yep, I think those will work. Looks like they’re out of stock presently. I’ll definitely pick them up when they get some. Thanks for posting the link.

Michael
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2020, 04:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,055
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi Annie, Yes, those are the ones! I’ll...

Hi Annie,

Yes, those are the ones! I’ll check out Vintage RV Supply. Thank you.

Michael
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2020, 04:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,055
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi Zach, Thanks for the reply. I’m thinking...

Hi Zach,

Thanks for the reply. I’m thinking of dropping by a local RV shop to see if the gas struts could be adapted.

Michael
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-13-2020, 10:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,055
Posted By Bluebamboo
Thanks for the reply, Jack. I’ll check them out ��

Thanks for the reply, Jack. I’ll check them out ��
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-13-2020, 09:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,055
Posted By Bluebamboo
86 B17 Bigfoot rock guard arm?

Hello all,

I’m hoping to locate a replacement rock guard arm for my 1986 17ft Bigfoot, but having no luck. I contacted Bigfoot (Armstrong, BC) and was informed they no longer have this part in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-11-2017, 08:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,784
Posted By Bluebamboo
Turns out is was the bathroom vent. Thanks a lot...

Turns out is was the bathroom vent. Thanks a lot for all the great suggestions @EricAllyn, @jimKE, @Tom 72, @Jack L and @Mike L. Appreciated!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-08-2017, 12:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,784
Posted By Bluebamboo
Floor rot/water problems

Hello All,

My 86' 17ft Bigfoot has some ongoing issues with rot in the bathroom/just outside the bathroom floor. I have tried locating where water is getting in but not having much luck. Here's...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-08-2016, 12:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,637
Posted By Bluebamboo
Ok..thanks!

Ok..thanks!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-08-2016, 12:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,637
Posted By Bluebamboo
This looks great, Yvon! Did you replace/paint the...

This looks great, Yvon! Did you replace/paint the bellyband? My 86' has a brown band but the white/cream looks much nicer.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-06-2016, 04:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,637
Posted By Bluebamboo
Ghosting

Hi,

I too had some nasty, fading, cracking decals on my 86' BF. I was actually able to remove them with a heat gun and plastic scraper (as to not score the fibreglass). I also used a product...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-25-2016, 10:02 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,772
Posted By Bluebamboo
Thumbs up Hi Ben & David, I too am on the island...

Hi Ben & David,

I too am on the island (Comox) and have a 17BF of similar vintage (86'). While searching for bits and pieces to restore/replace...etc, I've found some great original parts...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-11-2014, 09:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,004
Posted By Bluebamboo
Sounds like you've got it figured out. I...

Sounds like you've got it figured out.

I had a similar issue but the rot was in the floor. I found an oscillating multi-tool was great for cutting out the rot in a uniform way which allowed me to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-16-2013, 09:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,435
Posted By Bluebamboo
Yes, it think you're right. Thanks.

Yes, it think you're right. Thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-16-2013, 09:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,435
Posted By Bluebamboo
Only 3 of the 4 bolts, huh? Yikes! You'd like to...

Only 3 of the 4 bolts, huh? Yikes! You'd like to have a little faith in a job done right. I'm thinking that this may be a likely suspect.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-16-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,435
Posted By Bluebamboo
Thanks for the suggestion @Ron. @Jason...

Thanks for the suggestion @Ron.

@Jason plugging into shore works fine. No issues, no blown fuses. A mystery, indeed.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-16-2013, 12:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,435
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi @Tom, Here is a link to a previous thread...

Hi @Tom,

Here is a link to a previous thread on the issue-

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f55/blowing-fuses-and-receptacle-question-58599.html

We've not had any work done since the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-16-2013, 12:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,435
Posted By Bluebamboo
I'll check for additional in-line fuses. ...

I'll check for additional in-line fuses.

Thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-16-2013, 12:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,435
Posted By Bluebamboo
Is it not correct that the trailer connector will...

Is it not correct that the trailer connector will only plug into the TV one way?

Thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-16-2013, 12:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,435
Posted By Bluebamboo
Yes, I believe there is a converter. I will...

Yes, I believe there is a converter. I will inspect the wiring. When you refer to the 'pin outs', what should I be looking for?

thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-16-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,435
Posted By Bluebamboo
Battery issue remains 2nd post

Here's the issue, any ides?

- When placing my fully charged battery in without being hooked up to the TV, all seems fine- lights, water pump, etc all work. (White=negative and Black=positive)
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-09-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,209
Posted By Bluebamboo
Fair enough...thanks for the response, Roy.

Fair enough...thanks for the response, Roy.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-09-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,209
Posted By Bluebamboo
Killed my battery quick...

Hello All,

This past weekend, my family took our BF on a short surf trip.

I had the battery fully charged and switched the already cooled fridge to 12V when we left. By the end of the first...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-15-2013, 10:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,967
Posted By Bluebamboo
Wow Mike! What a great, thorough post. Thank you....

Wow Mike! What a great, thorough post. Thank you. You know, it's posts like these that make me so thankful to have found this site/community as a resource. Most excellent.:cheers

Michael
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-05-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,169
Posted By Bluebamboo
What a great looking BF! Congratulations:D

What a great looking BF! Congratulations:D
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-30-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,178
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hey Cody, Sounds like an awesome project! Ya...

Hey Cody,

Sounds like an awesome project! Ya gotta love BF's...nice and spacious, comfortable and solidly built. We've been fixing up our 86' and having tons of fun. If you can, post some pics,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-29-2013, 01:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,638
Posted By Bluebamboo
Good idea. Thanks.

Good idea. Thanks.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-29-2013, 11:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,638
Posted By Bluebamboo
...thanks Carol:p

...thanks Carol:p
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-29-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,638
Posted By Bluebamboo
Perhaps this is it then. Thanks!

Perhaps this is it then. Thanks!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-29-2013, 11:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,638
Posted By Bluebamboo
...oh, forgot to answer Tom. I found out about...

...oh, forgot to answer Tom. I found out about this fuse by posting here and was kindly answered with suggestions of checking under the seat for the fuse-an inline type.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-29-2013, 11:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,638
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi @Des, @Tom, @Carol, @Steve D & @Steve L ...

Hi @Des, @Tom, @Carol, @Steve D & @Steve L

Thanks so much for the suggestions...I will check them all out. We had the harness specifically installed for the BF, so I'm thinking this would not be...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-28-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,638
Posted By Bluebamboo
Blowing fuses and receptacle question..

Hello All,

Our 86' 17ft BF blows the 15amp fuse under the left hand bench seat every time we plug into the tow vehicle? All seems fine once the fuse is replaced and not plugged into the TV but as...
Forum: General Chat 05-25-2013, 10:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,184
Posted By Bluebamboo
"Marshmallow" Rocks! Sweeeeet name:thumb

"Marshmallow" Rocks! Sweeeeet name:thumb
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-14-2013, 07:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,139
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi Jim, Yes, VI Music Fest always seems to...

Hi Jim,

Yes, VI Music Fest always seems to have a great line up.

BTW- Your reno looks amazing:D The white really brightens it up...maybe next on my list.

Thanks for the tips!

Michael
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-14-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,139
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hi Jim, Thanks for posting the photo. As...

Hi Jim,

Thanks for posting the photo. As I've already pulled and resealed the majority of the windows, the thought of just 'patching over' one window and not having it fixed correctly is looking...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-13-2013, 10:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,139
Posted By Bluebamboo
You're correct Jim-the window does not slide....

You're correct Jim-the window does not slide. Thanks for the tips. I think that sealing over the butyl tape and weather strip/glazing bead may be a good option...the thought of removing for a 3rd...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-13-2013, 09:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,139
Posted By Bluebamboo
Hmm? I'll check that out. Thanks Russ!

Hmm? I'll check that out. Thanks Russ!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-13-2013, 09:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,139
Posted By Bluebamboo
Window still leaks?!

Hi All,

Has anyone ever had issue with leaky windows even after removing and resealing with butyl tape? I've removed and resealed twice..
The rear window on our 86' BF has a stubborn leak and I'm...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-06-2013, 06:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,910
Posted By Bluebamboo
Thanks for posting the links!

Thanks for posting the links!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-06-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,910
Posted By Bluebamboo
Thank you all for your insightful replies and...

Thank you all for your insightful replies and ideas. This. A great forum for feedback. As suggested, I think the shower tent/pop up is the way to go. Sounds simple...I like simple ;)

Michael
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