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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-10-2013, 07:00 AM
Replies: 710
Views: 193,571
Posted By Brandegor
Norm, do you mind posting the part number? Or...

Norm, do you mind posting the part number? Or model number? Fastec has several locks on Amazon and I don't want to get the wrong one. Thanks!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-20-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,033
Posted By Brandegor
Thanks, guys!

Thanks, guys!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-20-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,033
Posted By Brandegor
Converter thoughts

Hey folks. My Scamp is without a converter at the moment, and this guy is for sale for $60. Any thoughts?

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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-17-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,863
Posted By Brandegor
Bob - Thank you very much for the concrete...

Bob - Thank you very much for the concrete recommendation - it's exactly what I need.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-17-2013, 08:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,863
Posted By Brandegor
Since it's wired for AC only, I'm looking for an...

Since it's wired for AC only, I'm looking for an inverter, battery and charger (charge controller?) so I can have lights, at least, when off shore power. There are a couple of 120v outlets - I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-17-2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,863
Posted By Brandegor
Can you elaborate a little on the computer power...

Can you elaborate a little on the computer power supply use? Interesting.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-17-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,863
Posted By Brandegor
Hi Tom - Good thoughts - I do realize that...

Hi Tom -

Good thoughts - I do realize that the refrigerator is, shall we say, less than ideal - but I also know my eating habits, and I'm more the icebox kind of gal - half and half for the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-17-2013, 08:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,863
Posted By Brandegor
Thanks, Steve. As I work things out on this...

Thanks, Steve. As I work things out on this ethereal paper, it occurs to me that what I am after is systems design. I have no intention of doing this work myself, but what I need is to have a very...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-17-2013, 06:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,863
Posted By Brandegor
Hi Tom - thanks for your fast response! I...

Hi Tom - thanks for your fast response! I actually have the fridge part sorted out (Coleman 40-Quart PowerChill Thermoelectric Cooler, less than $100 from good ol' Wal Mart) It will more than meet my...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-17-2013, 05:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,863
Posted By Brandegor
Electrical Reccomendations

I know this is a tall order here, but I find myself in the unfortunate situation of a time and budget crunch, and I need help...

In a nutshell, my Scamp 13' needs to be completely rewired. The PO...
Forum: General Chat 09-12-2013, 02:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,070
Posted By Brandegor
Share the joy

Just have to jump up and down a little every time I see the "For Sale" sign in front of my stick house - send sell-it-fast vibes this way, please! Won't be long before I'm on the road with 2 corgis...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-10-2013, 11:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,365
Posted By Brandegor
Correct, there is no graywater tank. Not to sound...

Correct, there is no graywater tank. Not to sound like a complete dolt (but I am) how exactly would one do that? I have to say I'm much more comfortable with a full-size spare, but it's a good idea....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-10-2013, 09:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,365
Posted By Brandegor
Spare tire options

Has anyone used or considered using one of these spare tire holders to relocate a Scamp spare to the tongue? I'm obsessed with adding some capacity for lightweight storage to the rear of my 13', but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-10-2013, 08:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,908
Posted By Brandegor
Hey I'd be interested to know what you use to...

Hey I'd be interested to know what you use to affix the screening - I need to do the same thing.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-08-2013, 11:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,344
Posted By Brandegor
You are quite welcome. I've found that by doing...

You are quite welcome. I've found that by doing little things like buying tupperware helps a lot - keeps the energy going and makes it more real. You'll get there.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-08-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,344
Posted By Brandegor
Yeah I do love Seattle, but it got really...

Yeah I do love Seattle, but it got really expensive to live there. I moved there in the pre-Microsoft days, when it was just Boeing and still had kind of an outback, frontier sort of feel. I still...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-08-2013, 10:53 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,344
Posted By Brandegor
Hey Greg - when I read your story I thought I was...

Hey Greg - when I read your story I thought I was reading my own, except I've only had one hip replacement & it's still good so far! And I drive an Outback, not a Forester. I am in the same situation...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-02-2013, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,545
Posted By Brandegor
Extension Cord

Hey Smart People-

I'm outfitting my 1981 Scamp 13' for full-time living on a pretty tight budget. I do not, however, want to cut corners on the things that are important, so am asking the FGRV...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-01-2013, 03:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,392
Posted By Brandegor
Very nice! How are they attached to your Burro?

Very nice! How are they attached to your Burro?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-25-2013, 03:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,914
Posted By Brandegor
I buy all of my batteries for flashlights & LED...

I buy all of my batteries for flashlights & LED lanterns, stick-on lights etc. at The Dollar Tree. They usually have Panasonic 4-packs of AA and AAA, and sometimes 8-packs of Sunbeam alkaline....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-21-2013, 07:08 PM
Replies: 710
Views: 193,571
Posted By Brandegor
Geez, Norm...if you didn't do such good work you...

Geez, Norm...if you didn't do such good work you wouldn't be so busy! Thanks - this helps a lot, and after scouring this site and reading more of your posts I think I have a good sense of how to put...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-21-2013, 08:25 AM
Replies: 710
Views: 193,571
Posted By Brandegor
Attachment to bumper?

Norm, your mods are an inspiration. I need to add a bumper box similar to yours and was going to use a bolt-on receiver hitch and platform cargo carrier - your setup looks to be much lighter and of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-19-2013, 04:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,405
Posted By Brandegor
LOL! Cold beer is essential, indeed. I think you...

LOL! Cold beer is essential, indeed. I think you all have come up with several solutions to my 110v-only fridge problem. Most of all, it doesn't really seem to be a problem, and it's good to know I'm...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-19-2013, 04:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,405
Posted By Brandegor
I had no idea Coleman Extreme coolers were...

I had no idea Coleman Extreme coolers were actually affordable! Cool!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-19-2013, 04:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,346
Posted By Brandegor
Brian - excellent idea on the weigh-in, and...

Brian - excellent idea on the weigh-in, and thanks for the link to the "scuba box." Looks nice.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-19-2013, 10:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,346
Posted By Brandegor
Cargo Carrier

A couple of questions:

Scamp sells/installs the hitch receiver for a bike rack. What are thoughts on attaching a hitch-type cargo carrier to hold a LIGHTWEIGHT plastic box - something in which to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-18-2013, 05:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,339
Posted By Brandegor
Insect Control

Okay, I admit it. I have a morbid fear of things that crawl, and this Scamp being my first trailer and all, I couldn't help but notice there seems to be multiple entry points for bugs. One area that...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-17-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,405
Posted By Brandegor
Ah - yes, the possibilities list grows. Good idea!

Ah - yes, the possibilities list grows. Good idea!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-17-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,405
Posted By Brandegor
Thanks for the offer - I'm in Maine, though.

Thanks for the offer - I'm in Maine, though.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-17-2013, 12:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,405
Posted By Brandegor
He did tell me, and I accepted it knowing I'd...

He did tell me, and I accepted it knowing I'd have to sort something out! It's nice to hear the "don't worry about it" stuff - and good to know I'm not the only one using electric. Freezing water in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-17-2013, 09:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,405
Posted By Brandegor
Electrical and Refrigerators

The PO of the Scamp I just bought made some "adjustments" (hard to call them modifications) to the electrical system. In short (no pun intended) it looks like he simply removed the 12-volt system and...
Forum: General Chat 08-08-2013, 05:54 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,803
Posted By Brandegor
Boy do I hear everyone on this thread! I too will...

Boy do I hear everyone on this thread! I too will be traveling with my two well-behaved dogs and share these concerns. First, though, I'd like to apologize for and chastise the less conscientious dog...
Forum: General Chat 08-07-2013, 07:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 988
Posted By Brandegor
Proud New Owner

I landed my Scamp! A 1981 13' - purchased yesterday, to be picked up (by me) and towed to home base some 500 miles away. The PO has done a fair amount of work, but there are definitely going to be...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-20-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 921
Posted By Brandegor
Greetings!

Hello! I am the newest possible newbie to the Egghead community, having just discovered the existence of fiberglass RVs quite by accident. At the risk of being long-winded, I'll share my story in...
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