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Forum: General Chat 04-06-2024, 06:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 734
Posted By Leej
Vandalism!

I have a 2001 casita Liberty Delux and I must say I love it! I recently moved and no longer have it at home, so I parked it in a gated, well lighted supposedly secure parking spot. But guess what, it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2020, 08:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,714
Posted By Leej
I should add, I also have a small clip on 12 volt...

I should add, I also have a small clip on 12 volt fan I got at Walmart automotive section that is quiet and helps move air.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2020, 07:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,714
Posted By Leej
I’ve never felt I needed one. Does your trailer...

I’ve never felt I needed one. Does your trailer have a fantastic fan in the ceiling? I use my ceiling fan and it does a great job moving air in or out. I put a max air cover over the vent so I can...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-01-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,498
Posted By Leej
One of,the best things I did was replace all my...

One of,the best things I did was replace all my bulbs with LED..it uses so much less battery power when I am boo docking.
Another one was getting a hanging shoe rack, filling it with plastic shoe...
Forum: General Chat 08-01-2020, 06:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,323
Posted By Leej
I haven’t shuffled but would really like to. I...

I haven’t shuffled but would really like to. I have a 2001 Liberty Delux, I got this layout thinking my tall husband was going to camp with me, but he does not. I needed the extra length bed because...
Forum: General Chat 07-29-2020, 07:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,419
Posted By Leej
Cash

We paid cash for our casita...we had about a three hour drive to go see it, we had a long talk with the owner before We drove up, so we made a time to meet in two days..got the cash from our bank,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-28-2020, 06:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 633
Posted By Leej
Lighted switches

My dear husband just did two updates for my 2001 LD that I must share. I have no idea if newer casitas have them already, but my older one did not.
He replaced the water pump switch with one that...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-28-2020, 06:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,009
Posted By Leej
Me too

I also replaced my door window. Best mod I have done. Easy to do also, just a matter of removing screws, a bit of cleanup then reinstall. You need an extra set of hands to make it easy..just to ho...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 12-03-2019, 03:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,539
Posted By Leej
I live about a block from the old Lincoln Hwy in...

I live about a block from the old Lincoln Hwy in California. It passes through the tiny town of Banta and the folks that participate in The annual drive sometimes stop at the Banta Inn for a lunch...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-24-2019, 07:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,129
Posted By Leej
Good window

I replaced my window, my original was fine, I just wanted the tint and shade feature. Very easy to install and I have been entirely satisfied. I got mine from amazon..fast shipping. Reasonable cost...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-22-2019, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,102
Posted By Leej
I’ll try it first

This is new territory for me..wow, I could have had easy hot water where I had hookups. Who knew.
It does resemble the item in the link, but has more to it.
I will plug the trailer in and give it a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-22-2019, 09:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,102
Posted By Leej
Electric anode Casita

My son was going to change the anode and discovered the anode has an electric connection. Inquiring to a rv repair friend said this is an aftermarket add on to heat the water electrically. Now what?...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-07-2019, 08:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,137
Posted By Leej
Replacing casita grab handle

My original grab handle broke, ordered a new one. Today we were going to install it but it seems there is a nut on the back of the fiberglass that the new bolts don’t go into. So no way to support...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,349
Posted By Leej
My Casita came without a cover, after one...

My Casita came without a cover, after one rainstorm, I saw the benefit! One thing not mentioned, when it is windy I always hesitated to have my vent open, not wanting to risk damage. With my Maxxair...
Forum: General Chat 06-27-2018, 12:39 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 59,889
Posted By Leej
I’m not sure if this has changed in the Scamp,...

I’m not sure if this has changed in the Scamp, but my friend’s 2010 Scamp has two separate dump valves for the gray and black water, plus they are up under the side of the trailer so she has to get...
Forum: General Chat 05-24-2018, 01:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 14,869
Posted By Leej
This is timely! I bought the post but haven’t...

This is timely! I bought the post but haven’t made my storage yet...oops!
We bought stainless steel zip ties to attach it. That just went to the top of my chore list!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-26-2018, 02:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,683
Posted By Leej
I bought a Walmart spa sensations ten inch foam...

I bought a Walmart spa sensations ten inch foam mattress. Personally I love it and when company visits I park them in the Casita....across the board they love the bed.
I opened the box and let the...
Forum: General Chat 04-25-2018, 10:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,974
Posted By Leej
My husband installed one on our 2009 Ford F-150. ...

My husband installed one on our 2009 Ford F-150. We love it and use it every time we drive out. It makes hitching simple and getting out of tight parking spots a snap!
I am reminded how much I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-14-2018, 08:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,182
Posted By Leej
I want new flooring!

I will may use sheet vinyl. I was wondering about the bases for the tables. Do I remove them, note the location then reinstall in the same place? I have installed vinyl tile many years ago which...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-24-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,867
Posted By Leej
My 2001 Casita was a chalky streaky mess. I tried...

My 2001 Casita was a chalky streaky mess. I tried several things, but finally cleaned it with Bar Keepers Friend, powdered type and a blue scrubby that is for Teflon products. It was amazing how much...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-20-2018, 01:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,353
Posted By Leej
Scamp plumbing

I have a Casita, my camping buddy has a Scamp, we are both older ladies. Her access to dump her tanks is well under the side of her Scamp, necessating crawling under to reach the pull handles. One...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-14-2018, 05:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,100
Posted By Leej
Thumbs up!

Sounds like a great trailer!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-03-2018, 10:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,779
Posted By Leej
There is a good public transportation system in...

There is a good public transportation system in San Francisco, so if you could find a spot that BART services you could take the train into town each day. Parking is over the top expensive so this is...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-04-2017, 02:25 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,178
Posted By Leej
I know you are looking at a smaller truck, due to...

I know you are looking at a smaller truck, due to price concerns. We bought a Ford F-150 two years ago, a 2009 model from Hertz. It was a former rental and had just over 20000 miles on it
Our out...
Forum: General Chat 12-04-2017, 02:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,931
Posted By Leej
[QUOTE=Jon in AZ;674735]Back to the tanks......

[QUOTE=Jon in AZ;674735]Back to the tanks... wondering about the different ways tanks typically attach to the tongue...

My (single tank) Scamp has two straps that bolt to the A-frame cross members...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-29-2017, 02:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,345
Posted By Leej
My favorite is, Casita, two way switch so I can...

My favorite is, Casita, two way switch so I can turn on the porch light from inside, adding a lighted switch for my water pump, and switching to led bulbs!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-23-2017, 05:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,091
Posted By Leej
Brooktrails in willits ? My mom lived there many...

Brooktrails in willits ? My mom lived there many years. Lovely. My sister and family live in Fort Bragg. Own Vinnies Restaurant. I visit often. Welcome!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-08-2017, 06:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,587
Posted By Leej
Perfect solution, that’s what I will do! And no...

Perfect solution, that’s what I will do! And no more visits to the hardware store! 😍
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-08-2017, 01:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,587
Posted By Leej
My 201 does indeed have the rear tube for the...

My 201 does indeed have the rear tube for the stinky slinky, I just wanted the second one because I carry an extra length of sewer hose. Too often the utilities are further away than one length, and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-07-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,587
Posted By Leej
Stinky slinky storage, post

I saw on this forum that several folks have put a vinyl fence post on the tongue just behind the propane tanks of the Casita, cutting it shorter to fit the space.
I bought one along with caps and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-07-2017, 04:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,684
Posted By Leej
Back up camera

We bought a back up camera at Costco over a year ago and my husband installed it just above the rear license plate...it only activates when the truck is in reverse. We have a canopy on the bed of the...
Forum: General Chat 10-13-2017, 01:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,084
Posted By Leej
Go bag!

I also live in Northern California, just close enough to the fire that we have smoke issues...
I appreciate the comments about evacuation and taking/not taking the rv. I will encourage everyone to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-01-2017, 04:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,434
Posted By Leej
Hose

I fling mine over the top of my Casita when I get home, as I also do my stinky slinky...leave them overnight then screw the ends together and store. It hangs over nicely without touching the driveway.
Forum: General Chat 08-25-2017, 11:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,453
Posted By Leej
Good info

I live outside tracy, great info here, that being said I have made the trip you describe both pulling my 25 fifth wheel and my Casita. As long as you avoid the weekend in the Bay Area you would be...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-22-2017, 10:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,014
Posted By Leej
Bed

My LD has a permanent double bed installed. I got a eight inch foam bed with a zip on cover from Walmart. I used the cushion to get the correct radius so I could trim the mattress to fit the rear...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2017, 11:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By Leej
Agree

Bluetooth. I also agree with keeping my music to myself. I get so annoyed when neighbors insist on sharing their racket..sigh. What happened to curtosy? My radio isn't installed..I am looking...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-24-2017, 11:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,039
Posted By Leej
Where does one purchase a bag awning or the rail?...

Where does one purchase a bag awning or the rail? This is just what I want to do on my LD...great info sir, thanks.
Forum: Classified Archives 05-05-2017, 11:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,632
Posted By Leej
Tv hookup?

Do I see a hanger bracket in the rear corner?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-05-2017, 11:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,702
Posted By Leej
Wedge for back rest cushion

I used to own a fifth wheel that had a dandy little wedge cushion the made the back rest of the sofa perfectly comfortable. My LD back cushions, and I imagine other models as well, have a vertical...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-05-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,896
Posted By Leej
Shower curtain

Intriguing idea....personally I use a polyester shower curtain. I find that it dries quickly and then I simply tuck it behind the vertical pipe after sliding it to the side. I hate plastic shower...
Forum: General Chat 05-03-2017, 02:23 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 7,913
Posted By Leej
U Haul

I just found out you can order new tanks from U Haul, have them shipped to a local U haul business...and they come with a gauge! I need new tanks, that is my choice of supplier, I want the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-25-2017, 03:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,921
Posted By Leej
I have/had a 2001 Casita that was so chalky and...

I have/had a 2001 Casita that was so chalky and oxidized you got powder on you if you brushed against it, plus it had mold and streaks. Yuk.
I scrubbed it with Barkeepers Friend using a blue...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-19-2017, 12:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,448
Posted By Leej
I can't reply about best to use...but my 2001...

I can't reply about best to use...but my 2001 Casita had been stored outside in a storage yard for years when I bought it..I cleaned the very oxidized surface, then used Poly Glo, four coats, did it...
Forum: General Chat 02-13-2017, 08:28 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,712
Posted By Leej
I was following a friend

She was speedy and ran off and left me going into a very wooded area, she zigged and I went straight and ended up having to back up about a quarter mile..
Needless to say I have never followed her...
Forum: General Chat 02-13-2017, 08:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,890
Posted By Leej
I bet they are glad

They have a familiar place to lay their head...
My husband's brother and family had to evacuate, it is a huge upheaval for them all, with no idea when they can go home to Gridley...
We have decided...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-22-2016, 11:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,060
Posted By Leej
Hamilton beach

I just purchased a toaster/convection from Wally World, ordered and delivered to my local store. It is a jazzy red color...anyway..it fits fine. I keep my drinking glasses and a few canned goods and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-10-2016, 01:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,977
Posted By Leej
Everyone must determine their personal needs, and...

Everyone must determine their personal needs, and you didn't mention your son's age..my son started sleeping separate from us when he was about ten...yeah!
I suggest an extra cab pickup with a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-18-2016, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,640
Posted By Leej
Dead bolt

My husband installed a dead bolt for my safety. I have to pull the door toward me to turn the knob, no kitty would be able to do that. I lock it outside with a key. Better than just relying on the...
Forum: General Chat 10-18-2016, 01:53 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,776
Posted By Leej
Earthquake! Country

We have bee reminiscing about the Loma Prieta quake, anniversary yesterday.
We also try to keep our Casita stocked and this is a good reminder to stock up.
We have used her when we have had power...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-18-2016, 12:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,521
Posted By Leej
Bummer

I always wipe everything down before I cook. I keep the bathroom door closed and we only do basics in the john, we go to the facilities for that. I also have a small hand held vacuum I use on the...
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