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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-27-2019, 10:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,232
Posted By ckayaker
4500 wiring

I have a ‘77 4500 and like you discovered the POs had modified the wiring over the years. Over the years I’ve had mine I have put in new wiring from the hitch through to all running lights, brakes...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-18-2019, 11:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,506
Posted By ckayaker
Both times are great, however the fall will...

Both times are great, however the fall will definitely be busier and booking ahead will be important. I was there last June and still made reservations as I wanted to be sure to get in certain spots,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-18-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 934
Posted By ckayaker
Welcome aboard! Fun times ahead as you transition...

Welcome aboard! Fun times ahead as you transition from a teardrop! I did the same and just sold my TD this spring having finally found the courage to let go...!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-08-2018, 10:51 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,596
Posted By ckayaker
Let’s face it, Canada doesn’t have an on the road...

Let’s face it, Canada doesn’t have an on the road wifi system worthy of the name or a service provider of cell service that’s affordable! It’s actually cheaper for people to buy an American plan and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-01-2018, 10:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,568
Posted By ckayaker
Following...

Following...
Forum: General Chat 07-18-2018, 03:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,902
Posted By ckayaker
Most Walmart’s are free to park in, but I...

Most Walmart’s are free to park in, but I recommend getting the Walmart Allstay app so you will know in advance.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-25-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,508
Posted By ckayaker
I don’t have the expertise either, but I love the...

I don’t have the expertise either, but I love the concept! Following...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-04-2018, 05:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,395
Posted By ckayaker
I have found some which have twist and lock...

I have found some which have twist and lock features which prevent them from falling out. They are worth looking for. Better yet is switching to a different plug and avoid many of the issues with...
Forum: General Chat 04-11-2018, 02:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,600
Posted By ckayaker
I don’t recall now as it was several years ago,...

I don’t recall now as it was several years ago, but not expensive. I stayed overnight out there and would do it again. Fabulous place, friendly people, gobs of interesting history.
Forum: General Chat 04-11-2018, 10:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,600
Posted By ckayaker
I drove a van over this route, east to west a few...

I drove a van over this route, east to west a few years ago and loved it. There are lots of spots to stop and camp, but few amenities like gas stations and places to shop. Buy gas and other supplies...
Forum: General Chat 04-03-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,316
Posted By ckayaker
1978 looks to be the year.

1978 looks to be the year.
Forum: General Chat 03-30-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,316
Posted By ckayaker
The serial number suggests to me it’s a 1977....

The serial number suggests to me it’s a 1977. Anyone else...?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-12-2018, 09:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,330
Posted By ckayaker
Your photo looks about right... LOL! I keep my...

Your photo looks about right... LOL! I keep my folding bike in my tow vehicle, that way it’s always where I am...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-29-2018, 11:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,535
Posted By ckayaker
Welcome to the group! You might want to look...

Welcome to the group!

You might want to look at HappierCamper.com’s new Fiberglass campers. They seem to be relatively light and the claim they make is they can be towed by “most cars”. If so, you...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-13-2017, 11:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,737
Posted By ckayaker
My understanding was that solar panels perform...

My understanding was that solar panels perform best when cool. Heating them up reduces their output. I was considering taping my flexible panel to the roof until I discovered this information and now...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-12-2017, 12:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,436
Posted By ckayaker
Interesting idea! While photo panels can produce...

Interesting idea! While photo panels can produce electricity from a wider range of light than the eye will detect, I don’t think it includes the infrared. The firelight in the visible range ought to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-05-2017, 10:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,262
Posted By ckayaker
Just looking at your photo of Mirror Lake. When I...

Just looking at your photo of Mirror Lake. When I was there last fall the lake was completely dry so it’s fun to actually see both water and a mirror image in the lake!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-30-2017, 04:52 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 54,620
Posted By ckayaker
Really interesting to see your new layout is...

Really interesting to see your new layout is coming together!
Forum: Classified Archives 10-30-2017, 10:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,018
Posted By ckayaker
I would be interested in knowing your campers...

I would be interested in knowing your campers serial number if you know it. Thanks in advance!
Forum: General Chat 10-11-2017, 10:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,427
Posted By ckayaker
Last March, I have never seen so much retread...

Last March, I have never seen so much retread rubber on the road as I saw on the I-95 south of Washington. It was the roughest interstate I’ve ever taken, especially in the southern states. Several...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-08-2017, 10:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,385
Posted By ckayaker
I leave my battery on the camper plugged into a...

I leave my battery on the camper plugged into a solar panel all year around. No problems yet and its been 6 years so far...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-08-2017, 10:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,370
Posted By ckayaker
A couple of quick thoughts. First I think you are...

A couple of quick thoughts. First I think you are over-estimating the power consumption of the LED lights which typically run at less that a watt each. The second thought is why not go solar and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-22-2017, 09:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,609
Posted By ckayaker
Following...

Following...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-08-2017, 04:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,743
Posted By ckayaker
Have a look at my profile page for a photo. I'm...

Have a look at my profile page for a photo. I'm not sure why I can't post one on this page. It wants a URL link for some reason...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-08-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,743
Posted By ckayaker
Sorry, the image upload on this site is a bit...

Sorry, the image upload on this site is a bit primitive so can't upload a photo of my 4500, however I just did some body work and painted the lower section below the ridge line in the fibreglass a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-06-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,941
Posted By ckayaker
Worst US/Canada border crossing has to be the one...

Worst US/Canada border crossing has to be the one coming into Canada from Detroit! Not sure why, but I've been hassled there and no where else and I'm Canadian! Go figure...!
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 09-02-2017, 09:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,278
Posted By ckayaker
I can't begin to count the number of companions...

I can't begin to count the number of companions I've had to kill while camping in a tiny teardrop and now in my Trillium camper! That's mostly because there haven't been any deaths! If anything,...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-23-2017, 09:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,258
Posted By ckayaker
I was in Sopchoppy this past March and while the...

I was in Sopchoppy this past March and while the park fees were in the $35 range, I enjoyed the area a lot. I ended up staying at the county park a couple miles up the road for around $12, a real...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-20-2017, 09:13 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 54,620
Posted By ckayaker
Looks like a major redesign, especially in the...

Looks like a major redesign, especially in the front. As a fellow 4500 owner I will be watching with interest! Good luck!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-19-2017, 02:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,367
Posted By ckayaker
I run a 50 watt panel through a controller into...

I run a 50 watt panel through a controller into the battery and other than the tube light run the same things you mention. While the amperage from solar panels isn't large, it will recharge my...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-17-2017, 10:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,011
Posted By ckayaker
I used PC-11, a type of epoxy for other holes...

I used PC-11, a type of epoxy for other holes drilled by POs. Tape the hole on one side, fill the hole, sand it after it hardens. However, it likely isn't necessary to do anything.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-20-2017, 09:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,604
Posted By ckayaker
I wonder if a machine shop could weld new metal...

I wonder if a machine shop could weld new metal onto the latch and bring it back to original specs...? I've been thinking of doing this, but haven't got around to it.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-19-2017, 09:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,085
Posted By ckayaker
If your panels are hooked directly up to your...

If your panels are hooked directly up to your battery and not routed through a charge controller then I suspect this may have led to your problem. Any panel 30 watts and high requires a controller...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-12-2017, 01:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,308
Posted By ckayaker
I see the Vintage Trailer Supply people sell all...

I see the Vintage Trailer Supply people sell all the bits to make your own should you wish...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-12-2017, 09:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,308
Posted By ckayaker
Have you tried Vintage Trailer Supply? They stock...

Have you tried Vintage Trailer Supply? They stock a lot of old stuff...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2017, 12:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,973
Posted By ckayaker
That's the conclusion I've come to as well having...

That's the conclusion I've come to as well having looked at it again. I was hoping there was an alternative!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2017, 09:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,973
Posted By ckayaker
While in the topic of seals, I'm trying to remove...

While in the topic of seals, I'm trying to remove the upper seal in my windows (Trillium 4500), but am having trouble removing the existing seal remnants. Anyone have some ideas in how to clear out...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-06-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,104
Posted By ckayaker
Welcome Jen! This is the place, believe me!

Welcome Jen! This is the place, believe me!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-29-2017, 06:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,065
Posted By ckayaker
Are you people replacing the existing hatch doors...

Are you people replacing the existing hatch doors or making new openings at the rear? I'm considering replacing the two existing hatch doors with newer ones as one was damaged recently in a rear end...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-25-2017, 10:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,055
Posted By ckayaker
I'm just home from a six week trip where I used a...

I'm just home from a six week trip where I used a small changing tent outside my Trillium. I set it up at each stop to avoid the midnight trip to the campground washrooms. I put a portapotty in the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-30-2017, 08:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,601
Posted By ckayaker
I am thinking of replacing my exterior light with...

I am thinking of replacing my exterior light with an LED automatic solar powered light. Have you thought of doing that instead of the original?
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 03-17-2017, 02:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,481
Posted By ckayaker
I was there last October, amazing place. I wasn't...

I was there last October, amazing place. I wasn't camping so didn't check out the RV spots.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-04-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,161
Posted By ckayaker
Hello Bill - It might be worthwhile looking...

Hello Bill - It might be worthwhile looking around for a small portable AC unit rather than a permanently installed one. That would be my first idea, especially given the size of your rig.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-31-2016, 11:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,296
Posted By ckayaker
Hymer, the German camper company has recently...

Hymer, the German camper company has recently bought Road Trek and plan to offer their campers in North America this spring. While not fiberglass, they are light to tow, come with separate beds, have...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-28-2016, 09:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,315
Posted By ckayaker
I suspect the bearing sizes are stamped on the...

I suspect the bearing sizes are stamped on the outer ring of the bearing so you could get that when changing them or when greasing them. Of course that would mean waiting for the new set...

I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-10-2016, 10:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,432
Posted By ckayaker
I have considered using jumper cables for this as...

I have considered using jumper cables for this as well, but noticed no other trailers use such heavy wire. In fact most seem to use #10 wire from tongue to interior distribution box and put in a fuse...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-29-2016, 10:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,538
Posted By ckayaker
On mine, Trillium made a wide u-shaped shallow...

On mine, Trillium made a wide u-shaped shallow metal pan open at the front and bolted it onto the underside of the table. The cutlery tray would then slide into the slot created between the pan and...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-19-2016, 10:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,218
Posted By ckayaker
Seems to be a common problem! I got my Trillium...

Seems to be a common problem! I got my Trillium in Ottawa. The seller claimed it was 'perfect' but of course it wasn't. I replaced all the wood around the windows and went on to glass the leaking...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-19-2016, 09:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,218
Posted By ckayaker
Hi Christine, you've come to the right place!...

Hi Christine, you've come to the right place! There is lots of friendly and useful advice from folks here. They've walked me through several repair issues for which I'm very grateful.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-20-2016, 09:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,317
Posted By ckayaker
I would replace the wood now you've gone this far.

I would replace the wood now you've gone this far.
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