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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-26-2019, 06:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,124
Posted By Elly G
I have been trying to get these louvers for our...

I have been trying to get these louvers for our Casita. Tried to get a few 3D owners to make a bunch, but they said not cost effective.
I even pitched the Weather Tech (floor mats for cars/trucks)...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-23-2019, 09:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,825
Posted By Elly G
Fine mesh

I replaced all the screens in my Casita with a fine mesh screen. Called no-see-um or gnat screens. If you're going to the trouble of switching or upgrading your screens, the fine mesh is only pennies...
Forum: General Chat 12-29-2018, 11:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,641
Posted By Elly G
I walked into a Best Buy and bought a Samsung...

I walked into a Best Buy and bought a Samsung 21". Open Box on sale. Hard to find smaller ones, but store happy to see it go. Four years of full timing and still great. Has two HDMI ports and...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-04-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,172
Posted By Elly G
We come back to the Adirondacks from West North...

We come back to the Adirondacks from West North Carolina each spring. Gave up on 81 and never use 95 - ever.
We've started taking I 77 and it works. 90 an option after that. We love stops at Tioga...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-22-2017, 09:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,017
Posted By Elly G
We full-time and keep back of the SD17 set up as...

We full-time and keep back of the SD17 set up as a bed always. A few weeks ago, the table cracked. The post holders, I believe, make the center weak, as well as the fact MDF board not that sturdy....
Forum: General Chat 10-01-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,451
Posted By Elly G
I attended a campground star watch in Matagorda,...

I attended a campground star watch in Matagorda, TX. And I've seen other campgrounds offer night presentations. Local groups come and set up large telescopes.
I also highly recommend skymaps.com....
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-13-2016, 06:40 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,227
Posted By Elly G
Just saw this and am so sorry to miss it. We...

Just saw this and am so sorry to miss it.
We just setup at Schodack Landing SP today (site 26)for a week long stay, and have reservations at Letchworth starting the 20th.
Hope you meet again next...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-26-2016, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,475
Posted By Elly G
Congrats, Suzie. We've been full timing for two...

Congrats, Suzie. We've been full timing for two years in our Casita SD17. Mostly east coast and gulf coast, but heading to west coast this winter. 35,000 miles and still going strong in our tiny home.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-16-2016, 08:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,836
Posted By Elly G
We opted out of the factory installed awning on...

We opted out of the factory installed awning on our 2015 SD17. We full-time. Drag was a factor, as was simplicity. We have a screen room (Coleman) that weighs 30 lbs. Provides shade and bug relief,...
Forum: General Chat 06-01-2016, 05:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,847
Posted By Elly G
Wow. Looked white to me, but does look like a...

Wow. Looked white to me, but does look like a Bambi. So many new eggs, hard to keep up, lol.

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Forum: General Chat 05-31-2016, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,847
Posted By Elly G
Which egg is this?

Just saw the new Petsmart commercial about pets having summer fun. At the very beginning, a fiberglass trailer drives by in the background. Anyone recognize which make?...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-28-2016, 04:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,038
Posted By Elly G
Yes, vendor very responsive. Sent from my...

Yes, vendor very responsive.

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-27-2016, 06:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,038
Posted By Elly G
Continental Kit Stainless Steel Tire Cover (P225,...

Continental Kit Stainless Steel Tire Cover (P225, P235 75 R15 Tires)
You should measure carefully, as per the vendor. And the steel band needs to be tightened a few times when new.
We still love...
Forum: Classified Archives 03-20-2016, 08:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,214
Posted By Elly G
Sounds amazing. Great buy for someone.

Sounds amazing. Great buy for someone.
Forum: General Chat 03-12-2016, 11:17 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,248
Posted By Elly G
We have a 2015 SD17. We fulltime. We keep bed set...

We have a 2015 SD17. We fulltime. We keep bed set up and use the dinette for indoor dining.
It had everything we wanted, including great resale value.
It is a bit of a pain if one of you needs to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-29-2016, 01:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,093
Posted By Elly G
Mach 8s have lots of issues. The blades Crack and...

Mach 8s have lots of issues. The blades Crack and break. If you threw a blade, it might have shut the unit down.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-29-2016, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,381
Posted By Elly G
I'm a retired high school teacher from the...

I'm a retired high school teacher from the Adirondacks.
We sold house and left the Empire State 1.5 years ago. We're fulltiming in a Casita Spirit Deluxe 17 ft.
When I jumped in to a fiberglass, it...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-29-2016, 09:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,093
Posted By Elly G
Sounds like you don't have enough power at your...

Sounds like you don't have enough power at your outlet to power the compressor.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-06-2016, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,536
Posted By Elly G
Me, too

I retired and left upstate NY 16 months ago. Fulltiming in a 2015 Casita Deluxe, 17 ft. Couldn't be happier. Studied all my options while selling our house, which took about 2 years.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-09-2016, 07:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,634
Posted By Elly G
Definitely the bulbs in our case. Immediate cause...

Definitely the bulbs in our case. Immediate cause and effect when I switch out "bad" bulb for a better bulb. Have replicated the interference in various bulb receptacles though out the trailer.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-08-2016, 03:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,634
Posted By Elly G
Cheapest not always best. I'm gradually replacing...

Cheapest not always best. I'm gradually replacing cheapos that came with my new trailer. The cheap LEDs interfere with our hdtv signal. Quality bulbs do not.
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 12-14-2015, 09:45 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 14,340
Posted By Elly G
As we follow the sun, we try to take advantage of...

As we follow the sun, we try to take advantage of fresh produce and local fare. That includes local vineyards and breweries.
We did not get a micro in our Casita. Not needed.
We fulltime and pack:...
Forum: General Chat 12-13-2015, 09:42 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,693
Posted By Elly G
My husband did not share my dream of travel and...

My husband did not share my dream of travel and camping.
To overcome his doubts, I found a small fiberglass trailer that holds its value and is easy to tow and maintain.
I then pitched the idea of...
Forum: General Chat 11-30-2015, 10:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,857
Posted By Elly G
One door closes, another opens! Great project. Be...

One door closes, another opens! Great project. Be sure to take before & after photos.
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 11-14-2015, 08:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,397
Posted By Elly G
We spend at least a month in Georgia. Usually...

We spend at least a month in Georgia. Usually February. Being from the Adirondacks, cool night temps don't scare us.
Some Georgia State Parks have snowbird specials - half off for extended stays....
Forum: General Chat 11-14-2015, 08:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,497
Posted By Elly G
We're fulltimers. We aim at 4 hours max on a...

We're fulltimers. We aim at 4 hours max on a travel day. We try to drive between rush hours.
Most of the interstates are in deplorable condition. We have started using secondary roads and love...
Forum: General Chat 11-03-2015, 09:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,098
Posted By Elly G
I've always read there are 3 million plus...

I've always read there are 3 million plus fulltimers. The post above is talking about a subset of that group. Powerful numbers either way. Maybe fulltimers could form their own, borderless state? No...
Forum: Classified Archives 10-22-2015, 10:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,419
Posted By Elly G
Can you post how much it weighs? Thanks. ...

Can you post how much it weighs? Thanks.
Another upstater.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-21-2015, 08:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,038
Posted By Elly G
Sorry the pix is rotated. Not sure how to get it...

Sorry the pix is rotated. Not sure how to get it right side up, but you get the idea.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using Fiberglass RV mobile app
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-20-2015, 09:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,038
Posted By Elly G
Thanks for everyone's advice. Just installed my...

Thanks for everyone's advice. Just installed my new Continental Kit on my Casita.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-17-2015, 09:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,878
Posted By Elly G
We our in Southside and the weather is amazing....

We our in Southside and the weather is amazing. Warm sunny days, cool nights. Ocean water warm. About to be joined by lots of motorcycles - big Delmarva rally this weekend.

Sent from my SCH-I545...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-16-2015, 08:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,849
Posted By Elly G
As a fulltimer, all the items you listed are...

As a fulltimer, all the items you listed are useful. In the past month, I've used the 50/30 adapter twice, and lent it to a camper neighbor once.
The Casita came with the 15 adapter, which is handy...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-15-2015, 03:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,878
Posted By Elly G
Just arrived at Delaware Seashore Park. I'm...

Just arrived at Delaware Seashore Park. I'm lovin' it!

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Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-15-2015, 12:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,116
Posted By Elly G
Good call Frank! My son just returned from his...

Good call Frank! My son just returned from his honeymoon in NS. Raved about beautiful scenery and wonderful people.
Maybe NS, then Maine, then Adirondacks next summer?

Sent from my SCH-I545 using...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-15-2015, 11:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,116
Posted By Elly G
Sounds amazing. Best place to spend summer/early...

Sounds amazing. Best place to spend summer/early fall days.

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Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-14-2015, 12:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,878
Posted By Elly G
Raz. Love the Cape May Ferry. I've never taken...

Raz.
Love the Cape May Ferry. I've never taken our trailer on it, but have used it many times. My preferred way of getting to upstate NY is to take ferry to Garden State, to NY. I'll do anything to...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-14-2015, 09:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,878
Posted By Elly G
Can't wait to get there!! One of my favorite...

Can't wait to get there!! One of my favorite sayings: A rainy day at the beach is better than a sunny day landlocked.

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Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-14-2015, 09:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,878
Posted By Elly G
We are headed there - south side. What site did...

We are headed there - south side. What site did you have? I'm looking forward to a week at the beach - hopefully with sunshine��
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-17-2015, 09:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,914
Posted By Elly G
Sounds like a necessary mod.

Sounds like a necessary mod.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-13-2015, 12:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,038
Posted By Elly G
My spare sits tight on the sewer hose bumper....

My spare sits tight on the sewer hose bumper. Will I be able to get the ring on? Guessing the lock has to go to one side?

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Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-11-2015, 09:33 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,709
Posted By Elly G
Because we have luxury of using DC underway, we...

Because we have luxury of using DC underway, we have found turning tanks off addresses any restrictions or safety concerns we may come across while traveling. Like the OP, I have a great respect for...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-11-2015, 09:02 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,709
Posted By Elly G
Propane on the whole time we are hooked up to...

Propane on the whole time we are hooked up to shore power. We use DC for the fridge when underway - but not all tow vehicles can handle that. Just remember propane should be OFF at gas stations and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-10-2015, 09:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,038
Posted By Elly G
Spare tire Continental Kit

I really like the look of the steel banded spare tire covers. Does anyone know a good retail outlet in which to purchase one? I have a D size spare, high lift axle, on my Casita SD17.
Would also...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-05-2015, 12:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,265
Posted By Elly G
We started fulltiming in a 17 ft last October. ...

We started fulltiming in a 17 ft last October.
I bought a tow vehicle that had max space; 116 cu. Ft.
Married with 75 lb. Chocolate lab.
Space has not been a problem. We have a grill, screen room,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-01-2015, 10:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,229
Posted By Elly G
We retired last October and have been fulltiming...

We retired last October and have been fulltiming since. We picked a great winter to head south! Can't express how relaxing, yet invigorating, our travels have been. We are spending an enjoyable...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 07-18-2015, 11:25 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,440
Posted By Elly G
Bster13: Sorry, no blog, etc. Too busy being...

Bster13:
Sorry, no blog, etc. Too busy being newly retired, LOL.
Clothing items and amount of them would be dependent on climate and lifestyle.
I pack two pairs jeans, 6 pairs cropped jeans, 2...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 07-18-2015, 10:08 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,440
Posted By Elly G
We fulltime in a Casita SD17. Two of us. We...

We fulltime in a Casita SD17.
Two of us.
We keep clothes in a hanging organizer in the main closet.
We also keep less frequently used clothing in plastic bins in our tow vehicle.
Our shoes live...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-18-2015, 10:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,641
Posted By Elly G
That light comes on to let you know that at some...

That light comes on to let you know that at some point the unit had no power. If I unplug shore power before I hitch up, it comes on. It will stay on even after power restored. Just turn fridge off,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2015, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,750
Posted By Elly G
The clips are tight but get looser with use....

The clips are tight but get looser with use. Using spray may make them slippery. Use your thumbs, as someone mentioned. They also are easier to open on warmer days - another reason to stay south, LOL.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-10-2015, 04:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,385
Posted By Elly G
I have sticking issues. Generally it is a screw...

I have sticking issues. Generally it is a screw that needs tightening. The latch handle also occasionally needs adjustment. Door also seems susceptible to uneven setup. If you're on soft surface,...
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