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Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-16-2021, 06:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,708
Posted By Philsie
2022 Eggfest Ontario

I know this is still 2021, but just getting it out there. Eggfest Ontario will be held May 27,28,&29 2022 at Cobourg East Campground, Cobourg Ontario. Please call the campground to make the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-16-2019, 07:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,791
Posted By Philsie
Have either of you guys considered a porta-potty?...

Have either of you guys considered a porta-potty? Our p/o took out the water toilet and black water tank and filled in the holes and put in the porta-potty. We only use it at night so it only has to...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-21-2019, 04:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,481
Posted By Philsie
Hi Trish You're close to "Egg Fest" which is...

Hi Trish
You're close to "Egg Fest" which is next weekend at Cobourg East Campground.

https://eggfestontario.blogspot.com/

Not sure if they have any spots left but sometimes have...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-28-2018, 06:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,235
Posted By Philsie
Well I am much smarter now thanks to y'all. I...

Well I am much smarter now thanks to y'all.
I took the batteries in to be tested. They de-sulphated and determined that they were just undercharged. They are at 80% now and they will leave them on...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-25-2018, 10:54 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,235
Posted By Philsie
I forgot to mention that the batteries were new...

I forgot to mention that the batteries were new this summer and kept topped up with deionized water. They were being constantly charged by the solar panels, up to 15v in the summer months.
I have...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-25-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,235
Posted By Philsie
Winter Battery Storage

Hi all.
We have a 1982 Boler 17 ft. with 2 deep cycle 12v wet batteries wired in parallel in storage on the back bumper. They are charged using two 80 watt solar panels. Since we are leaving in...
Forum: Classified Archives 05-02-2017, 08:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,615
Posted By Philsie
SOLD: 1980 Trillium 4500

We just up-sized to a Boler 17' so am selling our Trillium. It's the delux so has the shelves around the ceiling & pockets on the door.
- new wheels, tires and bearings replaced last year
-...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-27-2017, 03:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,878
Posted By Philsie
Yes it will be chalky until the wax is applied. ...

Yes it will be chalky until the wax is applied.

I think I would clean, then apply the decals then wax over everything. I'd be afraid of them not sticking to the waxed surface. As I said you don't...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-27-2017, 01:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,878
Posted By Philsie
Ronda WAIT... Before you go to all that...

Ronda WAIT...
Before you go to all that trouble, buy yourself a bottle of BAR KEEPERS FRIEND (about $3-$4)and a jug of Zep WET LOOK FLOOR FINISH (maybe $20). Both available at Lowes.
Clean a small...
Forum: General Chat 03-21-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,485
Posted By Philsie
I would like to come see it as soon as it's...

I would like to come see it as soon as it's spring.
Can you give me some contact info please.

Phil
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-09-2015, 05:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,942
Posted By Philsie
moving the heater

Doug I'm wondering how you made out moving your heater. I too would like to take my fan forced heater from under the bed as it is a pain to get at. I was thinking of either under the closet (above...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-08-2015, 06:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,105
Posted By Philsie
Removal of fan forced heater

I have a 1980 4500 with the fan heater under the table/bed that is a pain to get at. I would like to move it but can't get it to come away from the outlet that is riveted to the outer wall. It seems...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-28-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,083
Posted By Philsie
flooring in trailers

we have to replace the floor in our Trillium 4500 as the tiles are lifting. We'd like to use bamboo either tiles or flooring with long boards. Has anyone else replaced their floors and what stands up...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-06-2015, 10:08 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,851
Posted By Philsie
A couple of questions:

We just got back from our first extended trip to S.C. in our 4500 trillium, 4500 kms.
Most of it was very smooth, but there were stretches on concrete where the hiway was very "undulating" and the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-07-2014, 08:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,488
Posted By Philsie
I stand corrected.

I stand corrected.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-07-2014, 04:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,488
Posted By Philsie
Josh, it depends what you have the charger set...

Josh, it depends what you have the charger set for. If you have two 6 volt batteries wired in series (12v) you should be able to charge them both at 12v. But if you just want to charge one at a time...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-30-2014, 08:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,765
Posted By Philsie
Just as an aside...I have read where some have...

Just as an aside...I have read where some have used two 6v batteries wired in series. What are the benefits of doing this? More amps? Last longer? Is the extra cost worth it?

Thanks
Phil
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-17-2014, 05:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 14,310
Posted By Philsie
Maybe I should put a trailer hitch on my '74...

Maybe I should put a trailer hitch on my '74 Corvette. Then I would have an FGTV as well:wub
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-18-2014, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,580
Posted By Philsie
That's sweet Clay. Is that a stock item at...

That's sweet Clay. Is that a stock item at Princess? Whats the part number & price?
Thanks
Forum: General Chat 10-09-2014, 02:40 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,394
Posted By Philsie
Nope I tried that as well. Anyway thanks for...

Nope I tried that as well.
Anyway thanks for all your help and info.
We find this site very informative (and friendly too)

p
Forum: General Chat 10-09-2014, 12:14 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,394
Posted By Philsie
Mine has a roller with something to slide into...

Mine has a roller with something to slide into the groove. The poles are supposed to attach to the other end of the awning when it is pulled out and sit on brackets on the bottom of the trailer so...
Forum: General Chat 10-09-2014, 12:08 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,394
Posted By Philsie
Yes the heater puts out a LOT of heat. Good thing...

Yes the heater puts out a LOT of heat. Good thing is it will also work on 12v (if you have a good battery I guess...I still have to pick up a deep cycle)

Interesting about the fan. I've included a...
Forum: General Chat 10-08-2014, 02:50 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,394
Posted By Philsie
Ah David, prolly not the best choice of avatars....

Ah David, prolly not the best choice of avatars. MAybe now I can put one more trailer friendly.
As for spec plates:

Converter
Central Power Pack
Model cp-20
s/n is either T159 or 1159....
Forum: General Chat 10-07-2014, 03:38 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,394
Posted By Philsie
We bought ours about 2 months ago and I don't see...

We bought ours about 2 months ago and I don't see it on your list.
It's a 1980 - 4500 with the front bunks.
Serial # is 45-1121667

Phil
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-06-2014, 05:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,279
Posted By Philsie
Hi Hazel. Sorry I don't have any answer for...

Hi Hazel.
Sorry I don't have any answer for your problem but I do have a problem of my own.
Does your canopy have a roller that attaches to the trailer or is it the old kind where the awning has a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-05-2014, 04:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,924
Posted By Philsie
So the roller is the lower part. I figured the...

So the roller is the lower part. I figured the roller slid into the groove on the trailer and the flap then would hang down from the aluminum part. Anyway now I can manufacture something to work....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-04-2014, 02:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,924
Posted By Philsie
Trillium Awning

Hi all. I'm so glad I found this site.
We are newbies We spent the month of June touring Labrador/Newfoundland in our 44 yr old Coleman metal bodied 13ft trailer. Sadly we had to leave it at my...
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