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Forum: Classified Archives 03-13-2018, 12:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,486
Posted By Martins HeirCon
We’ve been using the red one for a couple of...

We’ve been using the red one for a couple of years. It works ok as a grill, but literally not so hot as a stove. Takes forever to boil water, and just doesn’t get hot enough for some things.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-31-2017, 08:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,950
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I guess the point is that with freedom comes...

I guess the point is that with freedom comes self-reliance. All that mythical expanse of BLM land out west may be free, but it's also free of law enforcement and lights and 911 operators and cell...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-31-2017, 07:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,950
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I would NOT take wife and kid to some of the...

I would NOT take wife and kid to some of the places I can think of, though some are not far from sites where I'd feel relatively safe. Most of the crime is low level trashiness, but occasionally...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-31-2017, 01:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,950
Posted By Martins HeirCon
But some of the remote spots are a little hinky...

But some of the remote spots are a little hinky and not easily defensible. Piracy isn't confined to the seas, there are some crazies riding the roads at times.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-31-2017, 01:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,950
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Bear Creek, Grassy Mountain/Lake Conasauga,...

Bear Creek, Grassy Mountain/Lake Conasauga, Hickey Gap, all in the Cohuttas, all with miles of FS road to access. There are many free camping spots in north Ga, some just one-two spots between a road...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-23-2017, 02:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,857
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Both openings are needed for the refrigerator....

Both openings are needed for the refrigerator. The bottom one is for intake air and service, the top opening is for exhaust.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-22-2017, 07:18 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 23,004
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Sorry we missed seeing you. We arrived Friday...

Sorry we missed seeing you. We arrived Friday afternoon and didn't get around much 'til Saturday. I covered for you with the dutch oven pineapple upside down cake.

Had a great time as usual, and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-04-2016, 01:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,384
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Trillium picture request.

Can someone please post some pictures of their original Trillium door latch striker, and the door seal?
Since we bought our 1300 in such a gutted condition, A lot of original parts are missing. I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-02-2016, 08:46 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
There's an identical port on the side for...

There's an identical port on the side for exhaust.

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Built ducting from foil-faced foam sheathing. 100271

Also had to add an outlet to serve the AC. You can see it lower left.

...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-01-2016, 10:59 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Here goes nothing!100218100219 Sent from...

Here goes nothing!100218100219


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-29-2016, 09:56 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks John. If I wasn't paying full price I...

Thanks John. If I wasn't paying full price I might accept that damage. I tested it and it works, but is dented on three sides.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2016, 08:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,690
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I hope that just one 6"er works, I'm so close to...

I hope that just one 6"er works, I'm so close to the corner there's no room for two. The 5K btu unit I bought looks identical to Youhauler's, just branded Frigidaire, so maybe his results will...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2016, 08:41 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
And another question: What does the original...

And another question:

What does the original door striker plate look like? Mine is poor.
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I have this piece which came with a Bargman rebuild kit, but I don't see how it would ever work...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,690
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Nice Trillium. I'm working on adding AC to ours...

Nice Trillium. I'm working on adding AC to ours and found yours in the search.
I'm also following Youhauler's guide, but installing the unit in the road side seat base of my front dinette.

...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2016, 04:28 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I see! Thanks, Dave. Well, my new AC...

I see! Thanks, Dave.

Well, my new AC arrived today, damaged. Dangit, I want to have it operational by my Florida vacation next week. I have 30 days to ship this one back, so I believe I'll just...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
David, I don't understand what you mean by less...

David, I don't understand what you mean by less straight air path and running in the rain. Guess I need to research more, I thought it was just a different brand of a similar item.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 07:02 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I did the exact same thing. Tiny fan and noisy. ...

I did the exact same thing. Tiny fan and noisy.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 10:31 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks, John! Another question: I'm shopping...

Thanks, John!

Another question: I'm shopping for a roof fan replacement. Looking at Fan-tastic fans, ran across Maxxair as well.

Anyone have any preferences? Why?

I'm interested in the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 04:47 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I'm working on adding AC Under the left front...

I'm working on adding AC Under the left front dinette bench (next to the fridge). My intention was to use the window unit that I bought for my Keys trip with my Dad last year, but I find that it's a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 04:37 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
John, is Allrite a manufacturer? I searched a bit...

John, is Allrite a manufacturer? I searched a bit but what I found was in Cali.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-21-2016, 09:20 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I want to add compartment doors for access from...

I want to add compartment doors for access from outside to the area under the rear dinette benches.

Can anyone recommend a size/brand/ type? There is more variety available than I had thought....
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-20-2016, 05:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,595
Posted By Martins HeirCon
We're in! Three camperloads from Atlanta. A...

We're in! Three camperloads from Atlanta. A Trillium, a U-Haul, and a Scamp, all 13s.


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Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-04-2016, 08:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,734
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Nice! I'll go have a look at yours. I...

Nice! I'll go have a look at yours.

I haven't been able to take the motorcycle along with the trailer yet.


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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-19-2016, 08:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,124
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I'll third the suggestion to buy back your...

I'll third the suggestion to buy back your totaled van IF it's safe to drive. Even if you have to replace the windshield, that's relatively cheap. Then, when you're back home you can shop at your...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-02-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,669
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Um, galvanized? Zinc electroplate? Related:...

Um, galvanized? Zinc electroplate?

Related: do yours make noise? Mine came with some plastic anti-rattle sleeves, but made for a different leg design.


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Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-23-2016, 08:56 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 22,017
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks again for putting it all together. With...

Thanks again for putting it all together. With the sites we reserved as we left, I believe there are 17 already for next year.

And yes, I forgot to bring the cushions. Duh.


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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-23-2016, 03:39 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,798
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I've seen clear nail polish recommended as a...

I've seen clear nail polish recommended as a light duty threadlocker, but that was for metal hardware on a holster. I don't know what its chemical composition is, though.
We joke that tractor...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-18-2016, 01:04 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 22,017
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Weather forecast is improving as the week goes...

Weather forecast is improving as the week goes on. Let's hope for dry(er) weather!


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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-04-2016, 06:05 AM
Replies: 920
Views: 504,314
Posted By Martins HeirCon
That tank is the original U-Haul one, still has...

That tank is the original U-Haul one, still has propane in it! That's the only reason I've kept it with the camper.


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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-03-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 920
Views: 504,314
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Well, i didn't wash it any further. It looked...

Well, i didn't wash it any further. It looked pretty clean and even, so I just blew it off with compressed air then tacked it.
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After two coats, it's beginning to even out. Looks nice!...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-03-2016, 07:05 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Got the cushions back today! 94788 ...

Got the cushions back today!

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-02-2016, 07:21 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I think that the right angle at the corner of the...

I think that the right angle at the corner of the lower galley IS vertically strong, much like the closet across the dance floor.
I want the support to look sorta organic-integral to the funky...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-02-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 920
Views: 504,314
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Ok, ya got me! After reading about half of this...

Ok, ya got me! After reading about half of this thread I decided to do the CT. It's pretty chalky, and appears whitish instead of the tan that it should be.
I think I've washed it 6 times in the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 01:36 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
C cab: 94644 Sent from my iPhone...

C cab:

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 01:34 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Yes, much like that picture! Support would come...

Yes, much like that picture! Support would come from the panel resting on the seat/gaucho and fastened to the side of the lower cabinet. The corner of that cabinet rests on the frame.

Thanks for...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 11:23 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
That's my intention as well. The rear dinette...

That's my intention as well. The rear dinette table is just plain gone, and since I had to buy a 4x8 sheet of laminate I'll make all three surfaces match.
About the roof support-i'm thinking of a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 07:44 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I had not seen that, thanks for the pictures. As...

I had not seen that, thanks for the pictures. As a related question- the countertop is way out of level front-to-back. I guess that's normal?


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 07:05 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Trillium folks: i have a question about kitchen...

Trillium folks: i have a question about kitchen support. Was there an original post or something to brace the upper cabinets? Mine are kinda saggy.

As part of my ongoing interior project, I...
Forum: General Chat 04-27-2016, 09:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,529
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I have a group 31 in a boat battery box mounted...

I have a group 31 in a boat battery box mounted on the tongue. The solar controller is housed inside a weatherproof switch cover I found at big orange. I like the way the battery box handle acts as a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-26-2016, 08:24 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Not really. I browsed pictures in the gallery,...

Not really. I browsed pictures in the gallery, but ended up just fabbing my own mounts and running new copper lines.
The tank mount, regulator, hoses are readily available and not brand-specific. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-24-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Baby steps! Hope to get the cushions back this...

Baby steps! Hope to get the cushions back this week.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-23-2016, 06:51 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Well, not yet. Last night I only got the edge...

Well, not yet. Last night I only got the edge pieces done. I used a chip brush for the cement.
The roller you see is a flooring roller, for bonding Allure and the like. I couldn't find any...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-22-2016, 08:22 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Self-inflicted Formica education. 94464 ...

Self-inflicted Formica education.
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Forum: General Chat 04-21-2016, 06:52 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 608,928
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Just a Thursday. Moving junk to cut the grass. ...

Just a Thursday. Moving junk to cut the grass.
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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-21-2016, 02:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,585
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Umm, just bring it by here! ;-) Sent from...

Umm, just bring it by here! ;-)


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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-21-2016, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,585
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Yes, I'd definitely cut the coupler off and lower...

Yes, I'd definitely cut the coupler off and lower it the same amount as you're dropping the axle. Easy-peasy.


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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-21-2016, 11:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,585
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Let's look at the other side of the towing...

Let's look at the other side of the towing connection. What does the coupler on your camper look like? You mentioned gaining space by changing the elevated coupler? Maybe it's as simple as moving the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-20-2016, 06:39 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,559
Posted By Martins HeirCon
The pic above shows just the top chord cut out. I...

The pic above shows just the top chord cut out. I can't see where it would be much support vertically, just laterally, to stop spread. ( that could be a significant load as the two end 'flags' try to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-20-2016, 06:26 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,559
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I'll agree that the front gaucho wall is a...

I'll agree that the front gaucho wall is a stiffener of sorts. The original potty cut-out has its edge and a cupped stiffener right over the frame. I kept that part intact when doing the front...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-20-2016, 03:20 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,216
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks, Jim. The problem was an obstructed...

Thanks, Jim. The problem was an obstructed orifice. I could see light through it, but not a crisp round hole. I had already soaked it and tried to clean it, but didn't have anything with me on...
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