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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-29-2021, 08:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,532
Posted By eryork
Good point about spring rates. I’ll ask my...

Good point about spring rates. I’ll ask my independent Lexus mechanic about these. Lexus and Toyota both have the same tow packages - transmission cooler and bigger radiator so there’s no difference...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-28-2021, 04:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,532
Posted By eryork
Towing Toyota vs. Lexus

We have a 97 Bigfoot 1500 with a dry weight of about 2750lbs. Towed it for several years with an '05 Lexus RX330 rated for 3500lbs. Towed OK but always felt like it could use more oomph. Traded up...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-29-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,300
Posted By eryork
Towing was first consideration when replacing SUV

We have a '96 Bigfoot 17. When we bought it we had an '05 Lexus RX330 which we were using to tow our Scamp 13 footer. Lexus tow capacity is 3500 lbs. Fine for Scamp but not as good for Bigfoot...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-09-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,691
Posted By eryork
Check out foamfactory.com. They will make you a...

Check out foamfactory.com. They will make you a mattress of any dimension and they have 4-5 levels of firmness. We've used them to replace all the cushions in our 1996 Bigfoot 1500 as well as to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-09-2019, 11:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,066
Posted By eryork
We had it done at the same time we had the entire...

We had it done at the same time we had the entire coach polished and buffed. They used 400 and then 800 grit sandpaper to get them off. We had tried peeling and then heating but it took us over 2...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 06-08-2019, 03:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,675
Posted By eryork
Paula and Jim, we plan to attend the rally....

Paula and Jim, we plan to attend the rally. Looking forward to it!!
Site: # A4 (Bass not available)
Names: Eleanor and Steve York
Email: shyork@yahoo.com
City: Santa Barbara CA
RV: Bigfoot 1500...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-08-2019, 09:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,066
Posted By eryork
Updated Graphics

We bought our 1996 Bigfoot 1500 TT from its original owner in 2015. It replaced our beloved Scamp 13 which did not have a bathroom. Our 9 year old granddaughter was over using the porta potty and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-05-2019, 03:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,137
Posted By eryork
Thanks so much. Would never have thought to look...

Thanks so much. Would never have thought to look at Amazon. just ordered it!!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-05-2019, 12:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,137
Posted By eryork
Bigfoot Door Light Broken

We have a 1996 Bigfoot 1500 TT. It's in great shape except for one problem. The outside light by the door has a plastic light cover that has cracked due to age. The light is part of of a "grab...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-11-2018, 06:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,531
Posted By eryork
When you complete your camping reservation please...

When you complete your camping reservation please email Jim Johnson or myself with your following information:
SITE # Fox F8 (Bass was full)
NAMES ( FIRST AND LAST OF EACH PERSON IN YOUR PARTY)...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-20-2015, 06:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,871
Posted By eryork
Axle

Thank you again. Elleanor
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-20-2015, 01:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,871
Posted By eryork
Jack L and Franswa Thank you so much. I went...

Jack L and Franswa
Thank you so much. I went under it yesterday and found that the axle was not "flipped
over" I found the axle is attached to the lower side of the leaf springs. "underslung" as...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-19-2015, 04:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,871
Posted By eryork
Thank you very much. Where did you get your...

Thank you very much. Where did you get your straight axle?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-18-2015, 10:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,871
Posted By eryork
Flip Bigfoot axle?

We had our (new for us) 17 foot 1996 Gaucho Bigfoot axle flipped (It has a U shaped axle) so that the hitch would not be so low to the ground. There is a whistle like noise coming from both sides...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-09-2015, 09:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,122
Posted By eryork
Yes, it sold quickly. I don't know how to remove...

Yes, it sold quickly. I don't know how to remove the ad post.
Good luck to you in finding what you want.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-27-2015, 11:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,239
Posted By eryork
We have a Bigfoot with mini blinds and window...

We have a Bigfoot with mini blinds and window cornices with side pieces.
I would like to remove the side pieces. Do they have a purpose such as keeping the mgniblinds from moving around to much...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-26-2015, 05:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,122
Posted By eryork
SOLD 13' 2013 Scamp $10,500 Santa Barbara

This California Scamp is in great condition, loaded with options and READY TO GO!
Enjoy beaches, mountains and everything in between!

The Scamp is lightweight and very easy to tow. It is Scamp...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-08-2015, 01:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,186
Posted By eryork
What is the width of the bed at the rear? Can't...

What is the width of the bed at the rear? Can't seem to find any measurements on Casita web site. Thanks
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-10-2014, 02:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,251
Posted By eryork
Adding Blind to Awning

We have a nice factory installed crank out awning on our Scamp. We would like to add some type of roll-up blind to the side of the awning between the legs to provide some sun/wind protection. This...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-30-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,143
Posted By eryork
Calmark is the best but expensive - a little over...

Calmark is the best but expensive - a little over $500 for a Scamp 13 plus shipping. If you can afford it - get it. They have a 6 year warranty and provide great customer service.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-04-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,197
Posted By eryork
We live in Santa Barbara and just returned from...

We live in Santa Barbara and just returned from Backus with our new 13 foot Layout 1. The trip to/from Backus took 11 days and we saw parts of the country that we had never been to before. Also had...
Forum: General Chat 05-15-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,517
Posted By eryork
Question Calif Scamp 13 or 16 we can see?

Hi to all you very helpful people
My husband Steve and i are in Santa Barbara CA would like to see a Scamp 16 and Scamp 13. He has seen the 13, I have not.If we could see yours please let us know....
Forum: General Chat 05-14-2013, 08:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,340
Posted By eryork
Thank you. We are now convinced that a Scamp is...

Thank you. We are now convinced that a Scamp is the very best choice and are trying to decide between a 13 and 16 floor plan 4.
We will be towing it with a Lexus RX 330. So you have any idea if this...
Forum: General Chat 05-14-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 938
Posted By eryork
Scamp 13 and Lexus RX 330

We are trying to decide between a Scamp 13, plan 4 and a Scamp 13. We will be towing it with a Lexus RX 330. Do you think loaded it would be too much for the Lexus to tow?

Thanks
eleanor
Forum: General Chat 05-14-2013, 07:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,340
Posted By eryork
Thank you very much. you helped us decide on a...

Thank you very much. you helped us decide on a Scamp. Now we are wavering between the Scam 16 Floor plan 4 and a 13 foot. We would tow it with a 6 cylinder Lexus
RX 330.
Eleanor
Forum: General Chat 05-13-2013, 10:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,565
Posted By eryork
Thank you very much for the information regarding...

Thank you very much for the information regarding Trillium Outback and Trillium RV.
It is confusing. Do you know if the quality is pretty much the same?
The new Trillium seems to have a factory in...
Forum: General Chat 05-13-2013, 10:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,565
Posted By eryork
Thank you very much. I do get confused and these...

Thank you very much. I do get confused and these changes in ownership etc certainly do it. Do you know if there is any quality difference between the "2 Trilliums"?
Forum: General Chat 05-13-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,565
Posted By eryork
Trillium Quality and Resale

First, thanks to those of you who answered my recent questions about Scamp.

We're now very intrigued by information online about late model Trilliums. We've not yet seen one in the flesh but...
Forum: General Chat 05-12-2013, 11:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,340
Posted By eryork
Scamp Quality Problems?

We are getting ready to buy a Scamp 13.
Yet we scared away when we we read online posts that refer to many problems, 13" wheels aren't good, things not right when they come from the factory, poor...
Forum: Money Matters 05-03-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 18,102
Posted By eryork
I like the suggestion about having the CU call...

I like the suggestion about having the CU call Scamp. If that doesn't work, I'll shop around. Thanks for the ideas
Forum: Money Matters 05-03-2013, 08:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 18,102
Posted By eryork
Financing new Scamp

I have contacted my credit union regarding financing a new Scamp.

1. They used the NADA Guide which says the suggested list price of a new Scamp 13 with pkg is $9,795, low retail $7,190, average...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-28-2013, 01:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,270
Posted By eryork
Linda We are very interested in your Scamp....

Linda
We are very interested in your Scamp. Please respond by email eryork@yahoo.com or cal 310.408.7204. I am new to Fiberglass RV and am I don't know how to look for a reply at their site.
...
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