Journey with Confidence
RV GPS App
RV Trip Planner
RV LIFE Campground Reviews
RV Maintenance
Take a Speed Test
Free 7 Day Trial
×
Home
Forums
Maintenance & Restoration
Care of FGRV Trailers
Owners Helping Owners
Mods, Alterations, Updates
Towing, Hitching, Axles
Fulltiming in your FGRV
Rallies, Camping, Trips
Rallies, Meets
Camping, Reports
Camp Cooking
Rallies Archive
Community Forums
News & Announcements
Introductions
General Chat
Join Now
Registry
FGRV Registry
Search the Registry
Add/Edit My Trailers
by Username
Recently Added
Recently Updated
Most Popular
Add a Trailer
Gallery
Photo Categories
Rallies/Gatherings
Scamp Trailers
Trillium Trailers
Boler Trailers
Bigfoot Trailers
Burro Trailers
U-Haul Trailers
view more »
Recent Trailer Photos
Upload a Photo
Classifieds
Manufacturers
Current
Bigfoot
Casita
EggCamper
Escape
Lil Snoozy
Little Joe
Oliver
Parkliner
Scamp
Trillium
view more »
Legacy
Compact
Boler
U-Haul
Burro
Play-Pac
Amerigo
Ventura
Oxygen
Miti-Lite
Love Bug
Havasu
Fiber Stream
Cloud
Trail Mite
Surf-Side
Perris Pacer
Biggar
view more »
More
Rally Calendar
Document Center
Helpful Links
FGRV Store
Signup for Daily Topics Email
Fiberglass RV
>
Search Forums
Search Results
Fiberglass RV
Click Here to Login
Register
Registry
Registry
All Garages
Browse by Username
Browse Recently Added
Browse Recently Modified
Browse Most Popular
Advanced Search
Help
FAQ
Members List
Groups
Calendar
Search
Today's Posts
Mark Forums Read
Log in
Page 1 of 2
1
2
>
Showing results 1 to 50 of 95
Search took
0.01
seconds.
Search:
Posts Made By:
VicCT
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-15-2015, 06:37 AM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Got it, Dale, thanks!
Got it, Dale, thanks!
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-14-2015, 04:30 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Trying one more of the interior.
Trying one more of the interior.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-14-2015, 04:28 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Having some trouble with photos.
Having some trouble with photos.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-14-2015, 04:18 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Just got back from camping with the new set up....
Just got back from camping with the new set up. Here are some photos.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-13-2015, 06:40 AM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Oh I'm really not concerned. If it can't be...
Oh I'm really not concerned. If it can't be easily buffed out it's fine. It's pretty extensive, though -- light scratching covering a large area of the hood, as the kayak slid all the way down the...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-12-2015, 05:56 AM
Replies:
36
What do I need to tow a Casita with a Nissan Frontier?
Views:
8,711
Posted By
VicCT
Not sure I would go with an adjustable ball...
Not sure I would go with an adjustable ball mount. Just seems like moving parts are not what I would want for that. And really, you can add a sway bar after you get the rest set up - - you wouldn't...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-11-2015, 07:14 PM
Replies:
36
What do I need to tow a Casita with a Nissan Frontier?
Views:
8,711
Posted By
VicCT
Hi Woot, I have a 2015 Frontier SE and the...
Hi Woot,
I have a 2015 Frontier SE and the prodigy brake controller was easily mounted with an adapter my trailer guy sold me. I let him do the drilling and mount it because he offered and I was...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-11-2015, 05:32 AM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
new ball mount
One more thing - - a ball mount with a four inch drop leveled out the trailer perfectly for us. That's with the Frontier SE (others have different tire sizes) and with an empty bed, mostly empty...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-11-2015, 05:26 AM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Update
Hi all, and thanks Dale for the callback. Sorry I have not been good about posting photos of my Frontier doing fun things. That is mostly due to the fact that we have not had the Frontier out doing...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
03-31-2015, 03:32 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Update
Hi all, sorry I have not responded in so long. We had a series of unfortunate incidents, including the unexpected loss of a dear friend and a skiing accident for my son (he is ok now), that have kept...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-03-2015, 07:32 PM
Replies:
40
Where to mount a bike rack on a 13 ft Scamp?
Views:
17,191
Posted By
VicCT
The other option is to get folding bikes. There...
The other option is to get folding bikes. There are a wide variety of options, and it might not cost much more than outfitting your rig with something if you can find them used. Sure would cost less...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-03-2015, 07:29 PM
Replies:
40
Where to mount a bike rack on a 13 ft Scamp?
Views:
17,191
Posted By
VicCT
https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-RV_and_Motorhome_...
https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-RV_and_Motorhome_Bike_Racks-co-Tongue_Mount_Hitch_Rack.aspx
But, this will increase your tongue weight significantly. What is it right now?
Our friends...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-02-2015, 05:33 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
forgot to thank Carol for the brake controller...
forgot to thank Carol for the brake controller removal instructions. Done! Re: side mirrors, I will cross that bridge when Spring approaches, but those are some serious mirrors! Re: leather, I was...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-02-2015, 05:16 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Hi y'all, just checking back in so you know I am...
Hi y'all, just checking back in so you know I am still around and reading. I love how conversations on here ping and pong all over. Wayne, if I were you I would get the V8. While I do plan on...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-02-2015, 05:16 PM
Replies:
154
Vehicle for mountains
Views:
17,730
Posted By
VicCT
Hi y'all, just checking back in so you know I am...
Hi y'all, just checking back in so you know I am still around and reading. I love how conversations on here ping and pong all over. Wayne, if I were you I would get the V8. While I do plan on...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-01-2015, 07:20 AM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
PRaz I got the crew cab. It's a deep red color,...
PRaz I got the crew cab. It's a deep red color, not the bright red. I spoke with the dealer about seat improvements -- i really don't care for the quality of the cloth seats it comes with, and the SV...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-30-2015, 05:50 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Update: spent all day at dealer, test drove a...
Update: spent all day at dealer, test drove a variety of tvs, ended up with Nissan Frontier SV, brand new. Heated seats and backup camera, but no leather. Sirius radio though, which I wanted. Never...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-29-2015, 11:49 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
War Eagle, we think alike. :-)
War Eagle, we think alike. :-)
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-29-2015, 09:13 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Mike, I may be even more limited by what is...
Mike, I may be even more limited by what is available at the dealership I am dealing with, if I want to act fast. They have a pretty good selection though. Leaning towards a Nissan Murano right...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-29-2015, 08:21 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
I can tie one too! And while the idea of a...
I can tie one too!
And while the idea of a pickup truck is nice, aren't there issues with the security of things left in the back, even with a cap on the bed? Hard to lock them or easy to steal...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-28-2015, 09:24 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Hey Bobby, thanks for sharing your story. It is...
Hey Bobby, thanks for sharing your story. It is truly scary to have this happen.
Have been doing lots of research this evening. Eliminated the Ford Escape and Hyundai Santa Fe due to crash...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-28-2015, 10:45 AM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Thanks for the feedback re: Escapes. Will focus...
Thanks for the feedback re: Escapes. Will focus on those as well. Re: ethics of selling, I agree that is a serious issue. It is my hope that Toyota corporate will buy the car back from me if they...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-28-2015, 06:54 AM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Norm and Ginny, I would love an AWD Honda...
Norm and Ginny, I would love an AWD Honda Odyssey, but it is simply not in my price range. I need the AWD here in the northeast, especially where we live in particular. I don't want to test the...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-28-2015, 06:36 AM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Thanks, all, weighing in. Steve, I read...
Thanks, all, weighing in.
Steve, I read about that case, and feel so badly for that poor guy. I know how it feels not to be believed when you are being blamed for something that you know you...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-27-2015, 10:12 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Here is a Forbes article with more info. Again,...
Here is a Forbes article with more info. Again, this was not an NTSB fine, it was a criminal prosecution, so it's different than the Honda situation as far as I can tell.
Toyota Admits Misleading...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-27-2015, 10:07 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Here it is, Glenn. It was a criminal...
Here it is, Glenn. It was a criminal prosecution, not an NTSB fine.
https://www.nytimes.com/2014/03/20/business/toyota-reaches-1-2-billion-settlement-in-criminal-inquiry.html?_r=0
Jack, I have...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-27-2015, 09:35 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
Yes Glenn. Did all my research. On those...
Yes Glenn. Did all my research. On those forums, there is a contingent of Toyota loyalists who simply say "you are an idiot driver, it must be your fault." Then there are some very reasonable...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-27-2015, 08:38 PM
Replies:
143
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Views:
18,701
Posted By
VicCT
RAV4 problems, need new TV
Hi all,
We purchased a Scamp 13 last spring and, shortly thereafter, a 2008 RAV4 V6 with tow package. Had hitch and electric brake controller installed, and bought new Yakima feet for my roof rack...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-26-2014, 06:07 PM
Replies:
49
Camping List
Views:
4,548
Posted By
VicCT
Byron, I am intrigued by the disposable...
Byron, I am intrigued by the disposable toothbrushes. Why not just leave a set of toothbrushes in there?
We don't use much water for dishes. It's just us, so if it is just a weekend trip, we...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-26-2014, 05:59 PM
Replies:
49
Camping List
Views:
4,548
Posted By
VicCT
Hi all! I am a relative newbie to Scamping, but...
Hi all! I am a relative newbie to Scamping, but have been camping and backpacking my whole life. Our Scamp 13 is almost never packed full, we always have plenty of leftover space, and we are always...
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
07-28-2014, 09:21 PM
Replies:
2
Early impressions - portable toilet
Views:
1,402
Posted By
VicCT
Early impressions - portable toilet
So far we are loving our Scamp 13, which has no bathroom. I thought I would want to eventually upgrade to a 16 with toilet and black water tank, but I think I may have changed my mind.
We have...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-28-2014, 12:35 PM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Glenn, good pic. Two eye bolts are definitely...
Glenn, good pic. Two eye bolts are definitely better for a single boat, to keep it centered. With two boats they tend to keep each other in line, especially of tightly secured at the sides and rear.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-28-2014, 11:48 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Thanks Glen. Not sure if they still make the one...
Thanks Glen. Not sure if they still make the one for the 2008. The new one is not compatible. But we did fine with the kayaks secured on one side. Since they are also tied at the back, they stay...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-27-2014, 08:55 PM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Welcome home! We just returned from a week on the...
Welcome home! We just returned from a week on the Maine coast. Loving our Scamp! And the kayaks did fine on the Rav4, no problems at all with being too close to the Scamp while towing.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-19-2014, 08:29 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
As for the whole rack flying off, that's why one...
As for the whole rack flying off, that's why one has to pay attention to load limits on the racks. And secure front tie downs (not just tied to a plastic bumper or grill) would certainly help in that...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-19-2014, 08:27 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Do you just mean front and back tie downs?...
Do you just mean front and back tie downs? Because I can't imagine driving around without even side straps tying down the yaks.
In any case, ours are always strapped down at the cross bars/rail...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-18-2014, 08:21 PM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Finally taking the yaks
OK folks, here is our rig. In this photo, the RAV and Scamp are turned at a bit of an angle from each other, so the yak looks a little closer than when they are straight.The yak you can see is the...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-15-2014, 09:51 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
I would like to devise a system for carrying one...
I would like to devise a system for carrying one bike on the front sofa using tie downs and bungee cords to stabilize it, and the other on the floor or maybe laid across the bed with a tarp in...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-15-2014, 09:45 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Janice, the weight of the trillium is about the...
Janice, the weight of the trillium is about the same so yes, I think the effect would be the same. You might be able to balance things out with added tongue weight and a sway bar, but my trailer guy...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-15-2014, 06:37 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
JR, that is a sweet setup. I was thinking we...
JR, that is a sweet setup. I was thinking we would put my bike in the trailer (it's the nicer one) and my partners in the back of the tow vehicle on top of all the camping gear. But two bikes fit...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-15-2014, 06:10 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Gene, we have nice rotomolded plastic (not really...
Gene, we have nice rotomolded plastic (not really really nice fiberglass) 16 foot single sea kayaks with all the gear. These boats are capable of paddling through serious waters. Part of our reason...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-14-2014, 07:51 PM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
OK folks, here is the promised update re: long...
OK folks, here is the promised update re: long kayaks on a tow vehicle.
We towed the Scamp with a 16+ foot canoe a couple of weeks ago up to Lake Francis State Park in New Hampshire, near the...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-17-2014, 05:45 AM
Replies:
88
Liability and overweight towing (split from Towing 13' Scamp...)
Views:
13,591
Posted By
VicCT
I am glad it helped. And, if,...
I am glad it helped. And, if, hypothetically,keeping in mind these things vary by state and this is not legal advice, a dealership installs a hitch for a known purpose, and the hitch fails while...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-16-2014, 07:23 PM
Replies:
88
Liability and overweight towing (split from Towing 13' Scamp...)
Views:
13,591
Posted By
VicCT
I am a lawyer. I am not in private practice any...
I am a lawyer. I am not in private practice any longer, but I was when I started out. I never handled motor vehicle accidents, so take this for what it is worth. I am posting this NOT AS LEGAL...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-16-2014, 10:10 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Bob, we love fish creek pond! Camped there last...
Bob, we love fish creek pond! Camped there last year, great paddling. When is that rally? I am traveling for work June 1-4, but could maybe do the next weekend.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-16-2014, 06:41 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
MC1, sorry if that was confusing. Same car and...
MC1, sorry if that was confusing. Same car and trailer as earlier in this post, just that they are new to me. So, 2008 v6 Rav4 with tow package, and 13 foot Scamp standard. :-)
The hitch is a...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-16-2014, 06:19 AM
Replies:
39
dumb question about volt meter
Views:
4,168
Posted By
VicCT
Hi all, sorry I haven't checked back in a while!...
Hi all, sorry I haven't checked back in a while! This is all super useful and I will go back and absorb it all, I am just a little overwhelmed at the moment. Had to divert my attention to some other...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-16-2014, 06:14 AM
Replies:
144
16 foot long kayaks on top of TV
Views:
17,330
Posted By
VicCT
Thanks all. So the outcome is, I got the Curt...
Thanks all. So the outcome is, I got the Curt hitch installed yesterday. I will be heading over to where the trailer is parked on Friday to try out the various things that need trying. Do I need a...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-10-2014, 07:07 PM
Replies:
39
dumb question about volt meter
Views:
4,168
Posted By
VicCT
Oh boy. I have a lot more to learn. I don't...
Oh boy. I have a lot more to learn. I don't even know where the fuses are yet. Thanks for the tip!
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-10-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies:
39
dumb question about volt meter
Views:
4,168
Posted By
VicCT
Thanks all! You are a fantastic source of info...
Thanks all! You are a fantastic source of info for us newbies. I just checked - - no 12v socket. I will ask the trailer company installing the hitch if they can install one. It may be simple, but...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 95
Page 1 of 2
1
2
>
» Recent Discussions
2024, June 7-9: Eggs a la Bourbon
Hi New guy here !
Tankless Water Heater
Slide in Camper Doesn’t fit Truck😫😖
Does anyone know what brand rv...
Measurement between bottom of...
Do you have a spare 1979 Trillium...
1981 Bigfoot B17 - Florida
Want to add TV and antenna to...
Advice on ordering a new Scamp
Flexiride Torsion Axle manufacture
Casita 2012 Lithium upgrade, which...
2014 Scamp
Replacement "cord port" for pre...
Shower drainpipe issue on our 2018...
Does anyone add Li batteries to...
» Trailer Showcase
Ladybug
Brian Van Snell
Hitch Hut
James McKnight
» Upcoming Events
No events scheduled in
the next 465 days.
»
Featured Campgrounds
Pine Mountain RV Resort
Pine Mountain, Georgia
Sun Outdoors St. Augustine
St Augustine, Florida
Sun Retreats Lancaster County
Narvon, Pennsylvania
Brennan Beach Campground
Pulaski, New York
Tifton Overnight RV
Tifton, Georgia
Reviews provided by
All times are GMT -6. The time now is
04:03 AM
.
-- FGRV 2.0
-- Mobile
Contact Us
-
Home
-
Archive
-
RVLife
-
Community Rules
-
Terms of Service
-
Privacy
-
Accessibility
-
Top
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.