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Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 03-02-2024, 02:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,560
Posted By DougOlson
A quick status update on people I have so far. If...

A quick status update on people I have so far. If you don't see your name you can send me your details and I'll add you to my spreadsheet.
Thanks

Albertson
Chastain
Chavez
DeLuca
Elliott
Jay...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 03-02-2024, 02:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,560
Posted By DougOlson
You mean 9/266 - 9/29?

Hi Ed,
I'm just getting around to collecting all these in a spreadsheet. Do you really mean October or you reserved 9/26-9/29?
Thanks,
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Doug
Forum: General Chat 10-10-2023, 02:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 659
Posted By DougOlson
Video of EV towing Scamp across the country

https://youtu.be/rbQNPTUiVoE?si=FwQdog63bh2Lban1
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Upcoming) 09-29-2023, 02:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,560
Posted By DougOlson
2024, Sep 26-29: Bodega Bay Gathering

This is the first announcement of the Bodega Bay Fiberglass Gathering
Sept. 26-29, 22024. If you were with us this past April you may recall
that we chose to move the gathering to September with...
Forum: General Chat 06-09-2023, 02:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,794
Posted By DougOlson
In terms of making a map of road conditions I...

In terms of making a map of road conditions I think Google could do it. They get the real time data from people's cell phones for the traffic data they display on Google Maps. Cell phones have...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 06-08-2023, 02:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
For 2024 we will do Bodega Bay in September, but...

For 2024 we will do Bodega Bay in September, but don't have exact dates yet.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-23-2023, 11:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
Pot luck photo, and next year plan

Hi All,
I attached a photo of a potluck dinner (hopefully).
And, we decided that next year (2024) we would schedule this gathering for September when the weather should be better. We had fun and...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-12-2023, 08:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
Hi Nicole, It’s been quite windy the last...

Hi Nicole,
It’s been quite windy the last couple days. Not too disturbing during the day but quite chilly in the evening and too windy for a fire. Wind is supposed to die down some on Thursday and...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 03-30-2023, 06:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
Great, I’ll add you to the list. We’ve enjoyed...

Great, I’ll add you to the list. We’ve enjoyed camping with Charlie & Charlotte a couple times. See you there.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 03-28-2023, 12:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
Thanks for the info BigDan. We enjoyed a visit to...

Thanks for the info BigDan. We enjoyed a visit to Fort Ross a couple years ago. There will be one 25' Bigfoot there, and a 17'.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 03-27-2023, 12:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
I heard from someone that they won't make it to...

I heard from someone that they won't make it to the gathering and are cancelling their site 26 for Apr 13-17, today (Mar 27).
So if you know anyone interested in coming today would be a good day to...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 03-02-2023, 11:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
Bodega Bay Update

Hi folks,
A little over a month away and when I checked yesterday there were no open sites for that weekend. Below is the list of people in the 20 rigs I know about.
As a special treat Earl Arrants...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 11-01-2022, 12:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
Bodega Bay Update

Just a quick update and reminder. As of today there are 11 rigs reserved and 9 sites open for those dates, Apr 13-17, 2023.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-03-2022, 08:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,593
Posted By DougOlson
In our Scamp 16 I had installed a Garmin camera...

In our Scamp 16 I had installed a Garmin camera that syncs to the gps on the dash. Camera mounted inside rear window and the wireless transmitter mounted inside the front wall on the Scamp, in a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-03-2022, 08:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,585
Posted By DougOlson
I have heard that absorption fridge will only...

I have heard that absorption fridge will only lower temp about 40 degrees below outside temp. That was also my experience with my Scamp. Got a Norcold compressor fridge for the new Escape and love...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-03-2022, 08:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,474
Posted By DougOlson
I am happy with a Bluetti 200 watt fold up panel....

I am happy with a Bluetti 200 watt fold up panel. It does not include a charge controller so my use is in parallel to the one on the roof of my Escape using the controller included in the trailer.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-03-2022, 08:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,639
Posted By DougOlson
I recently got a recommendation for Aero Gloss...

I recently got a recommendation for Aero Gloss cleaner, polish & protector that is supposed to be popular in aircraft and marine business. I had used Meguires previously on my Scamp before I sold it....
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-13-2022, 11:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,469
Posted By DougOlson
2023 April 13-17, Bodega Bay Gathering

Dear Fiberglass Friends,

I am minimally organizing a Bodega Bay gathering next year, April 13-17, 2023, at Westside Regional Park.
Sonoma County Parks lets you reserve your arrival date 1 year...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 01-20-2022, 12:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,062
Posted By DougOlson
Pat and I will be in B42 from July 20 to 25 with...

Pat and I will be in B42 from July 20 to 25 with our new Escape 19.
Doug & Pat Olson
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 11-22-2021, 08:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,167
Posted By DougOlson
2015 Scamp 16 layout 6 standard

Original owner selling this well maintained and well traveled Scamp to make room for Escape 19. Includes log book of travel mileage and work performed on trailer.



front wet bath w/o sink,...
Forum: General Chat 08-18-2021, 09:13 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 7,900
Posted By DougOlson
https://insideevs.com/features/489459/travel-campe...

https://insideevs.com/features/489459/travel-camper-companies-what-ev-owners-want/
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-22-2021, 01:16 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,627
Posted By DougOlson
Thanks for the update. We were just wondering...

Thanks for the update. We were just wondering about Lake Casitas and happy to hear that we did not miss the deadline yet. Hope to see you in October.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-26-2021, 07:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,243
Posted By DougOlson
Doug & Pat Olson will arrive on 9/8 and depart on 9/12

Doug & Pat Olson will arrive on 9/8 and depart on 9/12 with our 16' Scamp.
:)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-20-2020, 11:56 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,911
Posted By DougOlson
We took that ferry with our Scamp16 the other...

We took that ferry with our Scamp16 the other direction a couple years ago in July. Made reservations online, arrived about an hour early so walked around looking at some of the shops before...
Forum: General Chat 01-11-2020, 09:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,123
Posted By DougOlson
Anyone using Dish Satellite TV Pay as you go plan?

I am considering the Dish Network Pay as you go plan for satellite TV while on the road. We have DirecTV at home but they don’t have anything for RV’ers. It looks like the equipment and monthly cost...
Forum: General Chat 11-27-2019, 09:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 954
Posted By DougOlson
I was told I first went camping at 6 MO, that...

I was told I first went camping at 6 MO, that would have been 1953. Not sure the first time I took my kids camping but we tent camped in the snow in Yosemite when they were about 4 & 8 YO. They still...
Forum: General Chat 11-27-2019, 09:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,005
Posted By DougOlson
Lots of humorous replies here, I enjoyed them,...

Lots of humorous replies here, I enjoyed them, but maybe not providing info to the OP.
I towed a Scamp 16 with a Suby Forester with a 2400lb tow rating. It worked but 35 mph up the mountains and...
Forum: General Chat 11-24-2019, 12:19 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,769
Posted By DougOlson
You know the reason it is peculiar looking is...

You know the reason it is peculiar looking is because without curved surfaces in the body or the glass the manufacturing process is greatly simplified, also by using stainless steel that does not...
Forum: General Chat 11-24-2019, 12:02 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,769
Posted By DougOlson
The cheap price of renewable energy and falling...

The cheap price of renewable energy and falling battery prices have caused many coal plants to shutdown, some natural gas plants and almost all new generating capacity is renewable. And it's...
Forum: General Chat 11-16-2019, 04:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,813
Posted By DougOlson
Aug 2018.132299

Aug 2018.132299
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-24-2019, 03:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,032
Posted By DougOlson
I installed the Garmin wireless back up camera in...

I installed the Garmin wireless back up camera in our Scamp 16. It displays on the 7" GPS on the dash of the pickup. I mounted the camera inside the rear trailer window and using the Garmin extension...
Forum: General Chat 09-07-2019, 07:06 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,450
Posted By DougOlson
About 11 weeks so far. Another week in October...

About 11 weeks so far. Another week in October for the Lake Casitas gathering. I highly recommend retirement. [emoji6][emoji106]
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-03-2019, 06:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,704
Posted By DougOlson
On our Scamp 16 the bolts holding the spare tire...

On our Scamp 16 the bolts holding the spare tire have two nuts each. The inner one let's you adjust the clearance between the tire and trailer so the spare tire does not have to touch the gelcoat.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-16-2019, 07:40 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,434
Posted By DougOlson
With Aeropress you put in only as much coffee as...

With Aeropress you put in only as much coffee as you want but maybe the issue is the grind. I always use the finest grind possible (usually called Turkish) and the hot water sits in the press as long...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-16-2019, 06:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,434
Posted By DougOlson
I tried to make it weather resistant, I won’t...

I tried to make it weather resistant, I won’t claim water tight. The vents tho have 5” marine portal covers so those should be water tight. I thought I might leave it outside while camping, but at...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-14-2019, 11:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,434
Posted By DougOlson
Pics and a little more detail on thepack I put together

Here are some pics of the system I made.
It's a Pelican 1650 case. The pic showing the top/front of the case has (top to bottom) vent exit fan using 12V PC cooling fan in marine 5" deck portal, AC...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-14-2019, 05:57 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,434
Posted By DougOlson
Good job! I did a somewhat similar project...

Good job! I did a somewhat similar project although with a few more goals but about the same capacity & total cost, considering extra tools & things I bought to do it. I have not added up the cost...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-12-2019, 01:24 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,292
Posted By DougOlson
My 2015 Frontier 4x4 v6 pulls a Scamp 16 just...

My 2015 Frontier 4x4 v6 pulls a Scamp 16 just fine. I carry gear in the back while towing and it sagged a little so I installed Sumosprings Solo 1400# booster springs. That leveled out the towing and...
Forum: General Chat 07-12-2019, 01:18 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,584
Posted By DougOlson
After some years of tent and tent trailer camping...

After some years of tent and tent trailer camping I think my favorite feature is the freezer section of the frig which will actually make ice. A couple cubes in a cold drink on a hot day feels like...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-12-2019, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,747
Posted By DougOlson
Yes, when a bit of glue no longer works I replace...

Yes, when a bit of glue no longer works I replace the ones I can with stainless steel bolts; moulding around bathroom door, furnace vent, side dinette base attached to floor. I'm sure there will be...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-28-2019, 07:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,410
Posted By DougOlson
I installed a 1000W inverter in a Scamp 16, so my...

I installed a 1000W inverter in a Scamp 16, so my wife could run her Nutribullet blender. Blender draws about 700W and only runs 5 min so not much total energy used. Then I had the idea that I could...
Forum: General Chat 06-16-2019, 10:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,943
Posted By DougOlson
Just a comment to Lockman on the pictures of...

Just a comment to Lockman on the pictures of sewer line storage secured with zipties. I had to go that route last year but in a few days one of the zipties broke (heavy duty ones) so I added a couple...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-21-2019, 08:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,604
Posted By DougOlson
I have a 2-way frig, propane & 120v, but recently...

I have a 2-way frig, propane & 120v, but recently arranged to run it on 120v via inverter power while towing. The frig draws about 170 watts and the most power available through the 7 pin plug is...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-26-2019, 08:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,436
Posted By DougOlson
Welcome Doug! With a name like that you must be a...

Welcome Doug! With a name like that you must be a great guy!
Doug
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-12-2019, 12:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,263
Posted By DougOlson
We stayed at Bullfrog Lake campground last...

We stayed at Bullfrog Lake campground last summer. It is a Cook County park and relatively convenient to drive to the Midway Airport light rail station for a ride into the city. It is a rather nice...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 02-05-2019, 10:22 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 16,125
Posted By DougOlson
Gee, a bunch of eggs here...

Gee, a bunch of eggs here already.127779127780127781127782
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-19-2019, 08:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,400
Posted By DougOlson
Alternatives near Big Bend National Park?

Planning to go to Big Bend in March and wondering if anyone has suggestions for alternate camping (with water, elec & dump) just in case the govt is still messed up. Thanks.
Forum: General Chat 01-19-2019, 08:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,958
Posted By DougOlson
I think an app that tracked how rough the roads...

I think an app that tracked how rough the roads are, using the accelerometers in the phone would be great. I have taken some shortcuts that looked fine at the start but 5 miles in got rougher than I...
Forum: General Chat 01-19-2019, 08:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,518
Posted By DougOlson
I mounted the Spot Trace just under the plastic...

I mounted the Spot Trace just under the plastic escape hatch vent in the roof of our Scamp 16. I agree that it probably would not work beneath the foil insulation. I don’t think of it as a theft...
Forum: General Chat 01-14-2019, 09:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,518
Posted By DougOlson
Spot Trace is a gps tracking device with 1 year...

Spot Trace is a gps tracking device with 1 year battery life and costs $100. Been using it 3 years now.
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