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Forum: General Chat 10-30-2019, 09:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,244
Posted By ljswanson53
I relate to this in more ways than one... age,...

I relate to this in more ways than one... age, fitness, and an appreciation for the music of Queen! Fun!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-14-2018, 05:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,194
Posted By ljswanson53
Needing to use a potty in the night is NOT a...

Needing to use a potty in the night is NOT a gender-specific issue; I have intimate knowledge of a male that needs to go multiple times each night. No matter what sex you are, I believe that your...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-13-2018, 12:04 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,594
Posted By ljswanson53
Now this is a fun thread! Any camper has stories...

Now this is a fun thread! Any camper has stories like this to tell, but, any temporary inconvenience aside, they’re all first world problems.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-13-2018, 11:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,771
Posted By ljswanson53
We wrecked our awning on our 16 ft Scamp too last...

We wrecked our awning on our 16 ft Scamp too last year. It is no longer manufactured and we were unable to locate any replacement parts for it. We removed it from the trailer. We did salvage the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-27-2018, 10:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,519
Posted By ljswanson53
We have always used mothballs as a mouse...

We have always used mothballs as a mouse deterrent. Don’t know if they work, but in about 30 years of “trailering” we’ve never had mice inside. I can tell you that while wintering our pop-up in our...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 12-28-2017, 03:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,366
Posted By ljswanson53
My email is Yahoo and I just got a notification...

My email is Yahoo and I just got a notification of 30 new threads today after week of not getting any email. Don’t think the problem stems from your email provider because the absence has affected...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 10-01-2017, 04:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,883
Posted By ljswanson53
:woohoo

:woohoo
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 09-28-2017, 05:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,883
Posted By ljswanson53
I haven't been getting the daily email either and...

I haven't been getting the daily email either and I really miss it! Hope you get this fixed soon! :confused:
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-18-2017, 02:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,152
Posted By ljswanson53
Those pictures posted of a Calmark cover look...

Those pictures posted of a Calmark cover look like the cover was not well-fitted to the camper. The Calmark we had for our Scamp was pretty snug-fitted which I understand is important to keep it from...
Forum: General Chat 09-17-2017, 09:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,743
Posted By ljswanson53
Question: What is this trailer? Answer: A mess!...

Question: What is this trailer?
Answer: A mess!
:D
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-15-2017, 10:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,903
Posted By ljswanson53
Our 2005 16 foot Scamp had them in black and we...

Our 2005 16 foot Scamp had them in black and we loved them too. Not sure if they came with it or modified later, but we never saw other '05 Scamps with them.
Forum: General Chat 09-05-2017, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,690
Posted By ljswanson53
Bruce, I'm very sorry for both of your losses....

Bruce, I'm very sorry for both of your losses. Losing your spouse is indeed a very difficult loss, not really comparable to giving up a camper, I'm sure.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-05-2017, 11:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,789
Posted By ljswanson53
I think we've got what you want! Last month our...

I think we've got what you want! Last month our Catalina 2500 awning bit the dust due to a big wind so just last week hubby removed the complete 5 piece mounting brackets set and he just retrieved...
Forum: General Chat 09-05-2017, 11:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,690
Posted By ljswanson53
I feel your pain... and anticipation! We're just...

I feel your pain... and anticipation! We're just back from our last planned camping trip with our 16' Scamp too. After 3 seasons of use from us, we're planning to sell it this fall to help pay for...
Forum: General Chat 08-26-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,057
Posted By ljswanson53
Okay, David and Mike, you're just too funny!...

Okay, David and Mike, you're just too funny! :floor
Forum: General Chat 08-04-2017, 01:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,418
Posted By ljswanson53
Glenn, you're too funny!!! :loltu:loltu:loltu

Glenn, you're too funny!!! :loltu:loltu:loltu
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-31-2017, 09:31 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 9,977
Posted By ljswanson53
David, your Clam was a very cozy place to gather...

David, your Clam was a very cozy place to gather and kept us warm and dry. Thank you for sharing it with everybody! :ola
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-30-2017, 09:04 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 9,977
Posted By ljswanson53
Thanks, Thom! We've got the dates on our calendar...

Thanks, Thom! We've got the dates on our calendar for next year's rally.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-24-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,059
Posted By ljswanson53
2018, Feb, 5-11: Quartzite Rally 2018

Don't see the Quartzite Rally on the events calendar yet. Can anybody tell me when it is scheduled for 2018? We'd like to put it on our calendar to avoid scheduling conflicts down the road.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-23-2017, 08:08 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 9,977
Posted By ljswanson53
We'll be coming on Tuesday and staying around for...

We'll be coming on Tuesday and staying around for a day or 2. Looking forward to seeing our peeps again! Just got back from Yellowstone/Tetons yesterday and saw 1 Burro, 3 Escapes, and several...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-11-2017, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,298
Posted By ljswanson53
Do a search on this sight for "Rocky Mountain Egg...

Do a search on this sight for "Rocky Mountain Egg Rendezvous 2017" to find your info. We're in Ft Collins too and are planning to attend this unofficial gathering. Welcome!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-24-2017, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,247
Posted By ljswanson53
We've had our Calmark cover for about a year and...

We've had our Calmark cover for about a year and 1/2 and it has done a good job for us. Custom fit so it's a snug fit and the fabric is not showing any wear. Highly recommend.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 03-19-2017, 07:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,671
Posted By ljswanson53
Yay! I loved hearing about your trip and seeing...

Yay! I loved hearing about your trip and seeing your pics! With the unusually warm weather in Colorado, I'm just dying to get out my Scamp and embark on ANY kind of camping adventure. Can hardly wait!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-27-2016, 06:38 PM
Replies: 395
Views: 88,283
Posted By ljswanson53
2015 Toyota Highlander 3.5 V6 2005 16' Scamp ...

2015 Toyota Highlander
3.5 V6
2005 16' Scamp
??? Towing, 18-24 mpg, EPA rated
Forum: General Chat 05-11-2016, 08:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,890
Posted By ljswanson53
Carol! You've taken me by surprise! Sure would...

Carol! You've taken me by surprise! Sure would like it if you'd remain on this site sharing your vast knowledge of the fiberglass world. I thank you for all the help you gave me over the last year...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-08-2016, 09:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,794
Posted By ljswanson53
Having a Scamp with a side dinette and there...

Having a Scamp with a side dinette and there being just the 2 of us, we leave our bed set up in the rear dinette except when we have "company" joining us inside for a meal. The side dinette works...
Forum: General Chat 04-30-2016, 10:40 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,834
Posted By ljswanson53
Yes, that would be Fox News and their...

Yes, that would be Fox News and their reasoning:rolleyes
Forum: General Chat 04-29-2016, 08:58 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,834
Posted By ljswanson53
I, for one, would gladly pay more taxes to...

I, for one, would gladly pay more taxes to preserve our national parks. They are one of our country's finest assets! And, yes, I too have often contributed to collections of money at individual...
Forum: General Chat 04-28-2016, 12:09 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,834
Posted By ljswanson53
I too love our national parks. Right now we're in...

I too love our national parks. Right now we're in Utah just outside Capitol Reef National Park after having spent 3 nights in the park. Woke up to snow/rain mix with about 4 inches of heavy, wet snow...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-20-2016, 05:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,963
Posted By ljswanson53
Gorgeous photos too!

Gorgeous photos too!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-20-2016, 12:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,963
Posted By ljswanson53
Love, love, love your ew a per! I'm green with...

Love, love, love your ew a per! I'm green with envy!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-17-2016, 09:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,621
Posted By ljswanson53
We were warned about the roads beforehand. I...

We were warned about the roads beforehand. I think we came in from the north. Worth the bouncing to see it though. Chaco Canyon and Mesa Verde really fire up my imagination and sense of wonder!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-16-2016, 08:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,621
Posted By ljswanson53
Ah, yes... we drove to Chaco Canyon last fall and...

Ah, yes... we drove to Chaco Canyon last fall and we both remarked we were glad we didn't have the Scamp with us on that road! Imagine it would shake everything loose in the camper. Love my camper...
Forum: General Chat 04-05-2016, 03:58 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,272
Posted By ljswanson53
Ooh! Sounds like removing the PVC pipe and...

Ooh! Sounds like removing the PVC pipe and installing the storage underneath the trailer is a great way to go! We've just been putting our hose/attachments in a plastic covered container and carrying...
Forum: General Chat 04-01-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,452
Posted By ljswanson53
Your excitement... I get it! I may not have a...

Your excitement... I get it! I may not have a brand new camper to use, but I'm "chomping on the bit" to get out with my tiny house for the first time this year. Can't wait! Happy trails to you!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-31-2016, 09:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,027
Posted By ljswanson53
Thanks, David!

Thanks, David!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-30-2016, 05:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,027
Posted By ljswanson53
Hey, David! I like your idea for the folding...

Hey, David! I like your idea for the folding shelf so I've ordered the hardware for it. Just wondering what the measurements are for the shelf itself! Hopefully my hubby'll be able to install one in...
Forum: General Chat 10-27-2015, 11:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,473
Posted By ljswanson53
Rob, your Casita is gorgeous; you're one talented...

Rob, your Casita is gorgeous; you're one talented man! And your photos are marvelous too! I want your camper!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-12-2015, 07:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,831
Posted By ljswanson53
I have the same problem with my side dinette...

I have the same problem with my side dinette cushions. I am using the rubber shelf liner stuff but the cushions still fall off the seat when traveling. I bought some large Velcro strips but haven't...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-09-2015, 08:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,051
Posted By ljswanson53
Oh, thank you, thank you, thank you! You have...

Oh, thank you, thank you, thank you! You have taken me from "No clue" to an appreciable understanding of how the water system works in my Scamp. I think I get it now! You guys are so smart - not to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-08-2015, 09:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,051
Posted By ljswanson53
Thanks, Glenn and Carol, for your replies! I'm...

Thanks, Glenn and Carol, for your replies! I'm quite sure we don't have a bypass system so once we turn on the water pump the hot water tank will fill. So, now my next question is... as we use hot...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-08-2015, 08:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,051
Posted By ljswanson53
Trying to figure out how the hot water heater...

Trying to figure out how the hot water heater gets filled. When we fill our fresh water tank, does the hot water tank get filled too so we are putting in a total of 12 plus 6 gallons of water? Or...
Forum: General Chat 08-10-2015, 08:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,224
Posted By ljswanson53
I hear ya to all of the above posts. Myself, I...

I hear ya to all of the above posts. Myself, I just retired in March at the age of 62 so that my hubby and I could knock off some items on the bucket list before health failed one of us. I saw my...
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