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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-03-2019, 05:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,336
Posted By RB Arthur
Priming your trillium pump

Hi, have you tried a combination of pumping with you finger blocking and partial blocking the nozzle. That is how I use to do it on my Trillium, typically it worked getting the water up to the sink.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-02-2018, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,659
Posted By RB Arthur
add a string and lace lock in place of chain

My Trillium 13' has the same vent, chain was broken however previous owner used a string in place of the chain from a hooded sweat shirt I add the plastic spring loaded lace lock found at outdoor...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-29-2018, 09:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,826
Posted By RB Arthur
The roof hatch is made of aluminum and from use...

The roof hatch is made of aluminum and from use has bowed the center down creating the side gaps. Simple reach up and gently bend the ends down to close the gap. Test and bend again if needed. :)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-06-2018, 12:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,287
Posted By RB Arthur
Frame vs Floor

You would need to have someone look at the structural integrety of the frame as well. A bright flashlight wire brush and access to the hitch/ frame may support any rework/ repair of the floor. Where...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-28-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,103
Posted By RB Arthur
A few trailers I previouly owned needed glass...

A few trailers I previouly owned needed glass repairs, most glass companies can make a glass for you. You can make a cardboard template or provide the dimensions if square or rectangular. They will...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-25-2017, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,181
Posted By RB Arthur
If you wanted to avoid fiberglass repairs to the...

If you wanted to avoid fiberglass repairs to the gel coat, I would suggest a repad to cover the area as well build something similar inside to distribute the load. This will clean up and cover the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-30-2017, 08:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,908
Posted By RB Arthur
Check the opening nearest to the wet spot. Place...

Check the opening nearest to the wet spot. Place a level on the floor near the wet spot then follow uphill till the wet stops keep looking up till you hit the dryspot. Check the window drain holes...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-27-2017, 09:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,238
Posted By RB Arthur
Hey Yukon, I replaced a door window on my...

Hey Yukon,

I replaced a door window on my 1986 Bigfoot also did some work on the door of my stick built which was broken into with the door frame damaged, I am not sure of the extent of your...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-02-2017, 10:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,484
Posted By RB Arthur
On my 2005 Bigfoot 17.5, I also had brake...

On my 2005 Bigfoot 17.5, I also had brake problems, underframe revealed a broken wire. I spliced in some additional length however it did not engage on the parking pad. Then sand papered / wire...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-20-2017, 08:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 22,708
Posted By RB Arthur
Your toilet valve must be passing, it should be...

Your toilet valve must be passing, it should be 1/2'' NPT.
1) You may have enough pipe to put the 1/4 turn valve with a 1/2'' short nipple/ teflon tape on the toilet fitting in the vertical...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-17-2016, 11:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,022
Posted By RB Arthur
re: under belly leak.

Locating a leak can be tricky at the best of time, however I would think you have narrowed it down due to the blue coloring of the water revealing to check the Black water tank. It may leak more when...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-10-2016, 10:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,160
Posted By RB Arthur
re: bathroom mods

I believe it would be tough to remove the seat, drop it to the floor and still have a finished look that would not hurt the re resale value. The RV would most likely have some wiring or water lines...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-03-2016, 01:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,443
Posted By RB Arthur
Sway solution.

I also have experienced this sway as well (Bigfoot 17.5 rear sofa) I lowered the tow height of the hitch on the WDH one notch. Also when securing the WDH I lift the hitch and tow vehicle with the...
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