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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-21-2019, 03:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,801
Posted By bullfrogeh
No Photos here either ??? We already haul with a...

No Photos here either ??? We already haul with a 2017 Colorado, and would appreciate seeing your rig too.
Forum: General Chat 08-10-2019, 02:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,542
Posted By bullfrogeh
MY Bike

Dad bought me MY Bike in 1950. I was the proudest 'biker' in my grade six class with my Schwinn 'baloon-tires'. I could outpace all my buddies, even those with their newest '3-speed' units. Dad...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-02-2019, 11:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,421
Posted By bullfrogeh
'73 Boler door-window

Dusty: Sorry to hear about the cancer; but, pleased to know you're back into the Boler re-hab. Perhaps these photos of my '73 Boler door window will help ?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-21-2018, 12:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,946
Posted By bullfrogeh
Winter Camping

In our earlier days (1970's - 'pre-FGRV' era !) the SO and I did a lot of winter week-end camping (ice-fishing, snow-shoeing, etc.), with our slide-in truck camper, wherever parking was available at...
Forum: General Chat 11-05-2018, 11:13 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,307
Posted By bullfrogeh
We've 'geocached' and 'camped' through 49 of your...

We've 'geocached' and 'camped' through 49 of your states, and 9 of our provinces, variously using highways, thoughways, Interstates, 'Rail Trails' and bush trails. 90% of the time 2WD would have been...
Forum: General Chat 10-31-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,886
Posted By bullfrogeh
OP mentions "in Canada" - but indicates...

OP mentions "in Canada" - but indicates 'California' ? Could be a big difference in the concern for 'insulation' ? When and when, will the 'winter camping' occur ? We've had much experience...
Forum: Classified Archives 10-21-2018, 01:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,427
Posted By bullfrogeh
I'm interested ! Does the length and width...

I'm interested ! Does the length and width indicated, pertain to the 'truck bed', or to the over-cab 'sleeping bed' - 37in. seems quite narrow for either/or ?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-12-2018, 10:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,103
Posted By bullfrogeh
Welcome to this FGRV site, Cathy. There are many...

Welcome to this FGRV site, Cathy. There are many Boler owners through Ontario, as well as several other similar FGRV breeds. I have tabulated 258 such participants, who have posted here in recent...
Forum: General Chat 09-28-2018, 12:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,044
Posted By bullfrogeh
Cool Fibreglass patch !

Reminds me of one of our annual 10 day, year-end wilderness canoe trips through Pukaskwa National Park (in Ontario), with 8 senior hi-school students, in the mid-1990's. We (instructors) always took...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-18-2018, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Posted By bullfrogeh
Another Kudo for Paul Neumeister at...

Another Kudo for Paul Neumeister at Sepbringville, Ontatio.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-18-2018, 09:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,740
Posted By bullfrogeh
Many of us, too, would be interested in the...

Many of us, too, would be interested in the Michigan population of Bolers. But, due take notice that there were several locations for the construction of the Canadian Bolers - Ours was an 'Earlton,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-17-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,740
Posted By bullfrogeh
Talking Next Door - ?

Welcome Jon; There are quite a number (over 250) 'regular' users of this FGRV site, who live just next door in Ontario. And, about half of them have Bolers ! We do have the 'Michi-tario guru' for...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-31-2018, 10:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,909
Posted By bullfrogeh
WOW !

VERY, VERY impressive work ! And, in such a short time. Welcome to the rest of the 250 'currently active' FGRV owners - in Ontario, many of which also do the Boler thing ! Hope to met you...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-29-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,629
Posted By bullfrogeh
Wink Perhaps you should ask your 'friend' for further...

Perhaps you should ask your 'friend' for further detail about his/her trailer ?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-21-2018, 08:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,484
Posted By bullfrogeh
Cool Our '73 Boler had 14 'sheet metal screws/bolts...

Our '73 Boler had 14 'sheet metal screws/bolts (?) through the shell floor and directly into the frame below. Most (half) of them were rusted out or missing by 2013. I've now replaced them with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-20-2018, 10:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,662
Posted By bullfrogeh
Don't 'be afraid' to ask for help from this site....

Don't 'be afraid' to ask for help from this site. There are many experts available to assist, and we've found they are most willing to get involved. That's what 'family' is all about. - ask away ! ...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-19-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,995
Posted By bullfrogeh
Winter Storage

Snow-load is your biggest concern, if it is stored outdoors. We've chosen to build a specific 'Boler Barn' for our egg.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-19-2018, 10:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By bullfrogeh
Thumbs up Another 'Skokie' Egg

Maureen - Congrats to the new Sulf-Side. Looks great, and you'll soon enjoy it. Loads of reno help available on this site; and in our province. 'Dave' - in neighbouring Haliburton area.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-17-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,481
Posted By bullfrogeh
Reminds me of using an Aunt Jemima pancake box to...

Reminds me of using an Aunt Jemima pancake box to repair a damaged canoe on our 9 day wilderness trip through our Pukaskwa National Park back in 1980. Sure glad we took FG mat and resin on that one.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-17-2018, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,484
Posted By bullfrogeh
Our '73 Boler had only the typical 14 'screw type...

Our '73 Boler had only the typical 14 'screw type fasteners' holding the shell to the frame; and found that half of them had previously 'rusted' off or were significantly loose; when I removed the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-15-2018, 11:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,426
Posted By bullfrogeh
Very impressive Stew; both, the original trailer...

Very impressive Stew; both, the original trailer project, and your projected plans to re-do the Cadet. Welcome to the 250 plus FGRV Ontarians that are currently active on this site. We all look...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-07-2018, 08:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,197
Posted By bullfrogeh
Welcome :

Hi Chris: Our '73 Boler has standard edge trim around the 'rock guard' over the front window. But, we have nothing on the door edge. Our door has a standard weather sponge-like trim glued to the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-22-2018, 10:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,003
Posted By bullfrogeh
Welcome - 'Ontarioan'

Welcome Matt; Pleased to hear of yet another Boler owner in Ontario (where was yours built ?) There are numerous (over 200 !) small FGRV unit owners in this province; who frequent this FGRV site;...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-08-2018, 09:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,222
Posted By bullfrogeh
Boler Registration

Our '73 Boler also had the paper sheet fastened to the cupboard door inside, as well as an 'aluminum' plate on the outside hull. But, I could only vaguely discern that the serial number had just 3...
Forum: General Chat 05-05-2018, 01:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,826
Posted By bullfrogeh
Slide-in - Truck Camper - Fibreglass

Wow-! = Three features we've always 'dreampt of; having had three previous slide-in units. We're very interested, and have sent you PM. We're in Ontario; and, the pick-up is gassed and ready to...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-18-2018, 12:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 908
Posted By bullfrogeh
Welcome to another Ontarian the FGRV site. There...

Welcome to another Ontarian the FGRV site. There are over 250 of us, and most are quite willing to help and/or advise you. Do check out the local FG rallies this spring and summer (yes! there will...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-17-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 856
Posted By bullfrogeh
Welcome to another Ontarian !

Hi Samantha: Stay aboard this website, and you'll learn a lot about your future use of the care and management of your Boler. Shall we presume you've already 'cared' for it over the previous 20...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 04-09-2018, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,038
Posted By bullfrogeh
I too, am involved in Model Railroading; right...

I too, am involved in Model Railroading; right after my primary interest in FGRV restoration and my secondary interest in conserving wildlife in our bush lot (deer, bear, turkeys, etc.). I'm...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-08-2018, 11:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,154
Posted By bullfrogeh
Duplicate ?

Hi David, from another Ontario-an also named David, also with a '73 Boler, also 'under restoration', about 150 km north of you ! - - - Coincidence ???
Perhaps we have other similarities - Drop me an...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-22-2018, 07:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 770
Posted By bullfrogeh
And another welcome Sang, from your neighbours in...

And another welcome Sang, from your neighbours in Canada.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-27-2018, 10:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By bullfrogeh
Cool North of Superior !

Our vote is for the beautiful scenery on the North Shore of Lake Superior. we visited the 'Land of the Big Goose' - (Wawa), in 1961; and stayed there for the next 35 years !, before retiring to the...
Forum: General Chat 02-11-2018, 12:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,362
Posted By bullfrogeh
Superior in Winter ?

The 'real' Superior is on the 'other side'. We lived on the NE side for 34 years, including occasional winter no-water camping (snow-shoeing, ice-fishing, etc.) but, using a PU truck-slide-in camper...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-10-2018, 02:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,105
Posted By bullfrogeh
"How to get over ice ?" I face the same problem...

"How to get over ice ?"
I face the same problem several times each winter. My entire driveway is on a decent tilt, and I have a small rivulet that flows across it, during any thaw. I like the 2...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-10-2018, 11:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,127
Posted By bullfrogeh
Cool Adding brakes !

We did just as Jon did - - - on our 1973 13' Boler - We opted to change out the original 44 year old axle, with a new one; and, added the 7" brakes, just for the obvious potential safety factor. -...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-01-2018, 10:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 928
Posted By bullfrogeh
Hi Don & Jill Congrats on your purchase of the...

Hi Don & Jill
Congrats on your purchase of the '81 Trill. You're now one of the 250 FGRV owners in Ontario, that are currently 'active' on this website. Be sure to 'ask' help with any problems you...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-23-2018, 02:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,411
Posted By bullfrogeh
Hi John; - Whattafind. Congrats are due. Have...

Hi John; - Whattafind. Congrats are due. Have fun with your rebuild. Be sure to check out Paul Newmeister at 'A-!' Auto in Sebringville, ON - just down the road from you. Paul is the Boler...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-04-2018, 10:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,788
Posted By bullfrogeh
Wink Hi Andy: We're about 300 miles north of you in...

Hi Andy:
We're about 300 miles north of you in Ontario. We'll be towing our 13' Boler with our 2017 Colorado - Crew Cab, short box (with Bak-Flip cover), 6 cylinder gas, off-road pkge, tow pkge,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-08-2017, 07:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,072
Posted By bullfrogeh
Ontario FGRV services !

I believe the OP has asked 'Where to buy ...', from his Gatineau/Ottawa location ? Pail Neumeister at 'A-! Auto' in Sebringville, Ontario is one of the best sources for all matters pertaining to our...
Forum: General Chat 11-07-2017, 04:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,182
Posted By bullfrogeh
When we lived on the North shore of Lake...

When we lived on the North shore of Lake Superior, we advertised our weather as "10 months of winter, and 2 months of 'tough-sledding'". Now retired, 500 miles further south, we have about 6 months...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-29-2017, 09:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 21,558
Posted By bullfrogeh
On each of the TTs we've owned, the propane tanks...

On each of the TTs we've owned, the propane tanks were secured to the trailer frame, and not to the trailer body. Only the flexible delivery line linked the tank to the trailer body.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-05-2017, 08:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,878
Posted By bullfrogeh
Similar Experience !

Hi Andy; I removed the shell from our '73 Boler, in order to more closely examine all portions of the frame. I found no significant frame concerns, so merely had it sand-blasted and repainted;...
Forum: General Chat 09-18-2017, 03:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,459
Posted By bullfrogeh
NY colours NOW !

We just returned (Sept 17th) from a five day run to circle Lake Ontario. We were utterly amazed at the colour change already in the Adirondacks all the way up Highway 30 from Johnstown to the north...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-12-2017, 09:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,253
Posted By bullfrogeh
Thanks for the lead to Spaenaur in Kitchener. ...

Thanks for the lead to Spaenaur in Kitchener. I've been agonizing over what to replace my rivets with. This Ontario lead is appreciated by my Earlton '73 Boler.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-12-2017, 09:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,096
Posted By bullfrogeh
Jason: - Back in the late 1960's, we carried a...

Jason: - Back in the late 1960's, we carried a Honda 50 on the front bumper of our pick-up (with 10' truck camper in the 'box') throughout much of Canada, and the upper USA; but, I haven't seen that...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-01-2017, 01:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,797
Posted By bullfrogeh
Yes, there WERE a few FGRV manufacturers in...

Yes, there WERE a few FGRV manufacturers in Ontario MANY years ago (none now !). So, there ARE some older Bolers and Trilliums, as well as other US breeds to be found. Keep your eyes peeled as you...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-01-2017, 12:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,106
Posted By bullfrogeh
Hi Eva - Welcome to the FGRV, and to the 200...

Hi Eva - Welcome to the FGRV, and to the 200 'some-odd' collection of us Ontario FGRV owners on this web-site. If you care to indicate your general location (with a PM !) in this huge province of...
Forum: General Chat 08-17-2017, 07:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,497
Posted By bullfrogeh
Hey Mike, - My wife doesn't snap anything, if I...

Hey Mike, - My wife doesn't snap anything, if I 'successfully' try to get closer. - I suppose I'm the 'unidentified rolling object'.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-26-2017, 12:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,157
Posted By bullfrogeh
Same problem here ! I hope to merely slit the...

Same problem here ! I hope to merely slit the ensolite; then, work the left-over rivet piece through the slit, and finally spray adhesive through the slit, to refinish, knowing that a squirt of...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-26-2017, 12:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,497
Posted By bullfrogeh
Just measured mine (1973 13' Boler). It is 13"...

Just measured mine (1973 13' Boler). It is 13" to ball center, with level TT.
Forum: General Chat 07-20-2017, 02:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,450
Posted By bullfrogeh
Welcome to another Ontario-an. I've recorded 215...

Welcome to another Ontario-an. I've recorded 215 'Currently Active' ON participants on this website. You do have a 'beauty' in your Surfside - congratulations!
You do need to properly assess the...
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