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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-27-2020, 11:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,121
Posted By brownrecluse
Thanks. I changed all the fuses, and didn’t...

Thanks. I changed all the fuses, and didn’t notice anything weird. But maybe I missed something. I’ll poke around again.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-21-2020, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,121
Posted By brownrecluse
Sunsaver 10 error code

So my Sunsaver 10l Solar Controller is giving me an error code. I’ve had my Lifeline AGM battery plugged into a smart charger all winter like I always do. This is the first time I’ve had error...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-10-2019, 08:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,560
Posted By brownrecluse
Thanks! I’ll check with Happier Camper.

Thanks! I’ll check with Happier Camper.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-08-2019, 08:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,560
Posted By brownrecluse
Yes, yes people, like I said in my initial post,...

Yes, yes people, like I said in my initial post, a new frame is in order. That’s not the question. Yes, I’ve seen Ian’s great website but that doesn’t help me since I’m not a welder. What I’m...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2019, 11:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,560
Posted By brownrecluse
Pic of what...the crack?131408

Pic of what...the crack?131408
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2019, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,560
Posted By brownrecluse
Need new frame built near Santa Barbara/Ventura

My Boler is 44 years old. A crack is forming above the door which means frame problems. I’d like to just replace the old frame with a new one. Does anybody have a suggestion to have one built in...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-16-2015, 06:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,658
Posted By brownrecluse
Adding brakes to Dexter Axles with flanges

A couple years ago, I finished a complete remodel on my 13 foot 1975 Boler including a new Dexter axle. I added the brake flanges but I never added the actual brakes. Now I'm thinking about having...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-02-2014, 11:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,596
Posted By brownrecluse
Thanks everybody. I just replaced all 3 fuses,...

Thanks everybody. I just replaced all 3 fuses, and 1 that I thought went to the furnace was the the right one. Lights are back in business. Wfew! False alarm. I was preparing for the worst, but the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-02-2014, 10:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,596
Posted By brownrecluse
My shore power wasn't hooked up. I'm running off...

My shore power wasn't hooked up. I'm running off all solar. I don't have a converter.


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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-01-2014, 11:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,596
Posted By brownrecluse
That's what I was afraid of. The furnace, solar,...

That's what I was afraid of. The furnace, solar, and inverter all work. The vent fan, all lights, and stereo don't. I'll have to call in an electrician.


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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-01-2014, 10:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,596
Posted By brownrecluse
I forgot to mention that we did a complete...

I forgot to mention that we did a complete remodel a couple years ago. New Axle, frame off, windows rebuilt, re-fiberglassed, etc. And at the same time we completely rewired everything. Nothing is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-01-2014, 10:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,596
Posted By brownrecluse
Lights went out

So I grabbed a metal cup from my cabinet just now, and it hit one of the wires that either goes to the cigarette lighter or the dome style light. When it touched the wire all my lights and the stereo...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-17-2013, 10:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,622
Posted By brownrecluse
1975 Boler MSRP

Does anybody know what the MSRP was in 1975 for a 13 foot Boler camper in US dollars? When I registered my trailer in Reno, the lady at the DMV claimed she came up with $9565. That seems very high....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-23-2013, 10:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,512
Posted By brownrecluse
I got 13 yards. I'm not sure if that's enough...

I got 13 yards. I'm not sure if that's enough since I haven't started yet. But it was cheap enough to order and ship that I can re-order if needed. Thanks for the heads up Otter.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-22-2013, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,512
Posted By brownrecluse
Nope, never found any to just pick up. So I...

Nope, never found any to just pick up. So I ordered online from Perfect Fit. They were awesome, and the shipping was very reasonable. CLICK HERE...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-23-2013, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,512
Posted By brownrecluse
Hull Liner in stock near the Bay Area?

I'm almost done with the full tear down of my 75 Boler, and I'm trying to get my supplies ready for the fun part of putting it all back together. I called Scamp to order some parts, and the dude...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-11-2013, 12:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,757
Posted By brownrecluse
Yep, the wiring is atrocious. I'm keeping it all...

Yep, the wiring is atrocious. I'm keeping it all together for now and will sort that mess out down the road. We're going for a total rewire to clean all that crap up.

As far as the year, I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-11-2013, 07:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,757
Posted By brownrecluse
Cool, thanks. It seems like I'm on the right...

Cool, thanks. It seems like I'm on the right path. I haven't dropped the water tank yet, so I wasn't exactly sure how the floor was put together. Most other threads about floors talks about the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-10-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,757
Posted By brownrecluse
1875 Boler bathtub floor removal?

So I'm at a point in the demo that I'm a little stumped. My curb side back corner is a little cracked and "bending" over the frame causing a sag. I want to fix that by reglassing and maybe adding...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-09-2013, 10:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,513
Posted By brownrecluse
Yep, I meant sq yards.

Yep, I meant sq yards.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-08-2013, 08:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,513
Posted By brownrecluse
Perfect! I'll probably go with closer to 28 sq...

Perfect! I'll probably go with closer to 28 sq feet. I'm planning ahead for a little learning curve. Thanks!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-08-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,513
Posted By brownrecluse
How much Hulliner for a Boler?

So my little project is becoming more and more. I'm going to rip out the ensolite then add Refectix and Hulliner. Does anybody know how many square yards of Hulliner is required for a 13 foot Boler?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-05-2013, 09:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,592
Posted By brownrecluse
Thanks everybody. James, you pretty much made up...

Thanks everybody. James, you pretty much made up my mind. It's time to pull the frame off and make sure it's solid. I've been avoiding it, but it's time to just get after it. My trailer is 37...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-05-2013, 08:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,592
Posted By brownrecluse
After digging around and pulling things out, it...

After digging around and pulling things out, it looks like I found part of the problem. The floor under back driver side bench is a little cracked and bending over the trailer beam a little. That...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-04-2013, 12:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,592
Posted By brownrecluse
It's the driver's side that is smashed in a...

It's the driver's side that is smashed in a little. I didn't see it bowed up and I pushed up against the floor, but it all seemed ok. Not mushy or soft. But I will dig around some more. That part...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-03-2013, 10:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,592
Posted By brownrecluse
One side appears lower?

So I have one side of my trailer that seems to sit lower. At the back, where the 2 sides of the frame stick out and connects to make the bumper, one side has a bigger gap. When I crawl under and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-21-2012, 08:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,261
Posted By brownrecluse
Thanks again for all the suggestions. For now...

Thanks again for all the suggestions. For now it's just got a chain and lock around it because I've got other projects that are higher on The List. But down the road I'll get a tongue box because it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-21-2012, 04:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,146
Posted By brownrecluse
Camp Chef tankless water heater anybody?

So I'm looking at getting one of these Camp Chef 5L portable water heaters for warm showers after cold surf sessions. Has anybody used one of these? They seem to god to be true. Runs off propane...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-15-2012, 03:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,308
Posted By brownrecluse
Ok. I get it back today or tomorrow from getting...

Ok. I get it back today or tomorrow from getting my new furnace installed. So I'll grab a picture to help. Thanks.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-15-2012, 12:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,308
Posted By brownrecluse
crack on shell under door hinge

When I replaced the nuts, bolts, and brass ball on my door hinges, I noticed that the shell of my Boler is cracked underneath the hinge. The bolt is holding for now. It's a little wobbly and I'd...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-11-2012, 01:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,485
Posted By brownrecluse
Thanks for all the great ideas. The video...

Thanks for all the great ideas. The video tutorial link is really good. I'll look through those over the next couple days. Hopefully I'll be able to put in a solar system over the winter.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-10-2012, 11:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,485
Posted By brownrecluse
learning about electrical???

I'm tired of not knowing jack squat about electrical. I need to be more self sufficient and fix electrical stuff myself. I need to get my fingers dirty and solve problems when they arrive. Any...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-27-2012, 12:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,261
Posted By brownrecluse
I was just laughing about this with a co-worker...

I was just laughing about this with a co-worker who said there has been a huge bunch of propane tank theft around here. Apparantly, they go to the local supermarkets that sell them out front. They...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-27-2012, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,261
Posted By brownrecluse
Stolen propane tank

Pulling out my driveway this morning, I looked over to admire my Boler and noticed the propane tank carefully unscrewed itself and walked away. I would like to keep my next propane tank for a while....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-25-2012, 09:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,772
Posted By brownrecluse
Anybody recommend a repair shop in Reno, NV

I'm looking to drop an Atwood heater into my Boler. It's getting cold around here. Does anybody recommend a shop in the Reno area? Thanks.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-24-2012, 07:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,220
Posted By brownrecluse
Perfect, thank you!

Perfect, thank you!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-24-2012, 07:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,220
Posted By brownrecluse
winter window insulation

I'm looking for some kind of window insulation that suction cups inside the windows. I know I've seen them before, but I can't find them for the life of me. Do any of you know where I can find...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-18-2012, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,423
Posted By brownrecluse
Thanks people. You've helped me realize that I...

Thanks people. You've helped me realize that I should let the pros check this out. I just moved to Reno this week so I'll track down a shop. Good news is that I definitely don't need the heater for...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-17-2012, 10:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,423
Posted By brownrecluse
What furnace do I have & how do I turn it on?

Another newbie question that I can't seem to find using the SEARCH feature.

I'm trying to figure out what works and what needs replacing in my 1975 Boler.

Are you able to determine which...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-04-2012, 03:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,628
Posted By brownrecluse
Roy, once again, I stated that I will have some...

Roy, once again, I stated that I will have some important stuff inside. Can't have everything in the trunk. The question wasn't about where to store stuff. I could always get a storage unit, but...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-04-2012, 10:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,628
Posted By brownrecluse
Maybe you all are getting the wrong idea. I dont...

Maybe you all are getting the wrong idea. I dont think i phrased the question correct. I'm not losing sleep over this. And I'm not worried about someone determined to break out the sawsall and climb...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,827
Posted By brownrecluse
Thank you. Seems pretty easy. I'll contact...

Thank you. Seems pretty easy. I'll contact Scamp.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-31-2012, 07:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,558
Posted By brownrecluse
1975 Boler Special Edition

Hi everybody. I'm brand new to owning a trailer so I'm sure I'll be posting lots of random goofy questions. Please bear with me. I'll be living in my trailer for the next month starting tomorrow. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2012, 01:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,628
Posted By brownrecluse
Boler front door security

So my other newbie question is what do you all use for securing the front door? I mean, even with it locked, anybody can just grab the top and rip the door down. There has to be something to beef...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2012, 01:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,827
Posted By brownrecluse
Boler front window cover

I just scored a 1975 Boler, and it's my first trailer. I'm going through things and figuring out a lots of random stuff thanks to this website and forum. There's a couple things I haven't been able...
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