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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-01-2018, 09:34 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 20,012
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hi Paul, I sold my 19 foot Scamp this...

Hi Paul,


I sold my 19 foot Scamp this past summer and still have the truck -- and the hitch -- which we used to tow it. It's a 1994 Silverado with about 185,000 miles on it and it is in great...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-08-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,725
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
With a smaller pickup, once you add the hitch,...

With a smaller pickup, once you add the hitch, you'll be ready to go. With a full size truck, you may have to do some modification (i.e., getting the 3" lift on the Scamp), depending upon how high...
Forum: General Chat 07-16-2018, 08:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,669
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Thanks To All On FGRV

This past weekend, we sold our beloved 2010 Scamp fifth wheel. We have purchased a bigger fifth wheel and truck as we are planning to be full time RVers by this time next year.
In the three years...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-09-2018, 08:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,777
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Just had the very same problem in my 19 footer. ...

Just had the very same problem in my 19 footer. I would bet dollars to donuts the inside portion of the door handle assembly is the problem. My was loose and "droopy" as a result of the spring...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-06-2018, 07:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,955
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Scamper Girl As I recall, I thoroughly cleaned...

Scamper Girl
As I recall, I thoroughly cleaned the tubes and thermocouple and that solved the issue. Since that time, I have had no problems with the water heater.
Hope this helps!

Peter
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-01-2018, 01:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hi Wayne. We are in Monroe -- about 30 miles...

Hi Wayne. We are in Monroe -- about 30 miles east of Des Moines, near Pella. We haven't been to any Scrambled Egg rallies yet, though we did attend a fiberglass rally (mostly Escapes) in the Quad...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-01-2018, 01:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Thanks all for your quick replies. As it turns...

Thanks all for your quick replies. As it turns out, the next morning I disconnected the battery leads and put them back on and voila-- everything was working as normal. It seems the only casualty...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-27-2018, 07:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Need help with battery mistake

I have a Scamp fifth wheel. Unfortunately I crossed the positive and negative connections when I hooked up my battery. A bad mistake, I know...
I am out dry camping right now and I have a nearly...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-22-2018, 08:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,395
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Called and ordered

Thanks to everyone who posted here. The information was useful.
I went ahead and called Scamp yesterday and ordered. They do still have small caps and washers in limited supply. On all newer...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-19-2018, 08:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,395
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Replacement Rivet Caps/Washers

Hi all.
I will be replacing all of my rivet caps in the next couple of weeks and I have a couple of questions.
Firstly, I have noticed in the Parts section of the Scamp website that it appears...
Forum: General Chat 01-29-2018, 09:41 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 44,572
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hello Michael. We purchased our 2010 Scamp...

Hello Michael.

We purchased our 2010 Scamp 19 footer 3 years ago and have used it for over 100 nights so far with zero problems. I see you mentioned "front bath" in your original post and I take...
Forum: General Chat 12-28-2017, 09:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,695
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Good Sam question

Hi all. Merry Christmas (belated) and Happy New Year!
I am looking for some info from those with experience with Good Sam roadside assistance. I changed to them this past year after Coach-Net...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-25-2017, 10:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 20,081
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Running furnace off battery power

Hi all,

Will be taking off on a mostly boondocking (https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/tags/boondocking.html) trip in mid-October. Given the time of year, we are expecting chilly nights, which...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 08-30-2017, 11:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,195
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Looking for genral LBL info

Hi all.
While we won't be able to attend the LBL rally, we are however, planning a two week trip to Land Between the Lakes starting on Oct. 15.
Just posting here taking a chance we might get some...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-22-2017, 09:32 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,174
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hi John, I purchased a Scamp 19 two years...

Hi John,

I purchased a Scamp 19 two years ago and had the same concern as you do as far as placing the hitch behind the axle.
I use a 1994 Silverado (reg. cab, long bed) to tow and because of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-28-2016, 09:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,521
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hi Kristi, We have had our 19 for about a...

Hi Kristi,

We have had our 19 for about a year and one-half and have enjoyed it greatly. We currently pull it with a 1994 Silverado, which works great.
We are looking to upgrade to a new(er)...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-24-2016, 02:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,280
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hi Scott and welcome aboard. Obviously, I am in...

Hi Scott and welcome aboard. Obviously, I am in Iowa and not in your neck of the woods. However, I purchased a 2010 19 footer almost exactly one year ago and have been out in it several times. If...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-19-2016, 12:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,993
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Same as John. Lower front curbside. I have a 19...

Same as John. Lower front curbside. I have a 19 foot fiver, but the wires to the battery come out of the same location at the bottom of the front sofa area. On the inside, they run under the sofa...
Forum: General Chat 12-25-2015, 10:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,361
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Merry Christmas To All

Just wanted to take this chance to wish all who reside here a very Merry Christmas!
I have gleaned a wealth of information and knowledge in my brief time here and just wanted to let you all know how...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-28-2015, 09:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,451
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hi Kathy-Ann and welcome aboard. We...

Hi Kathy-Ann and welcome aboard.

We purchased a 2010 19 footer (standard, like the one you bought) this past July and have really enjoyed it so far. We have found that it is a great camper for...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-30-2015, 02:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,218
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Carol: Not the issue on mine. Where the wires...

Carol: Not the issue on mine. Where the wires enter the trailer (along with the wires for the TV connection) there is a split in the rat fur and insulation and I can confirm that the battery wires...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-30-2015, 11:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,218
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hi All, Here's the latest: Was just out...

Hi All,

Here's the latest:

Was just out in the camper and checked out the following:

The converter is a PD 9130. The "safety" fuse is good on the converter and the wiring all looks good. I...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-29-2015, 08:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,218
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Electrical (Battery) Problem

Hi All,

Bought a 2010 fiver about a month ago. Been out with it a couple of times and we love it!!

When I purchased it, there was no battery. One of the first things I did was put electrical...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-15-2015, 07:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,955
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Thanks guys. I think I will try a more...

Thanks guys.

I think I will try a more thorough cleaning of the pilot as Floyd has suggested. The pilot flame, while seemingly fine, does not "fully engulf" the tip of the thermocouple as Floyd...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2015, 10:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,955
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Water Heater (not pilot) won't stay lit

Hi all,

I have run into a problem with my manual (non-electric) hot water heater on my 2010 19 footer.

When I go to fire up the water heater, everything seems to work perfectly... Pilot light...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-30-2015, 03:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,329
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
A silly? electrical question

Hi all,

Still settling in with my new-to-me fiver. Couple of electrical questions:

If I want to run a new 12V circuit (there are several empty fuse locations in the panel) where does the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-27-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,838
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Thank you all for your input. Dennis -...

Thank you all for your input.


Dennis - Wow 10 inches behind the axle!! Glad to hear you did that with no sway issues. That gives me a sense of relief!! As far as backing the truck to the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-23-2015, 12:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,838
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
New twist on towing issue with a 5er

Hi all,

Just purchased a 2010 19 footer. My tow vehicle is a 1994 Silverado 1/2 ton.

I have found that height is not my problem with the hitch set up as I have about 8 inches between...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-19-2015, 10:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,403
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Exactly what I was thinking Glenn. I'm surprised...

Exactly what I was thinking Glenn. I'm surprised that apparently no one on this forum has undertaken this project on a Scamp. At least no one has posted having done it.

May be on the top of my...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-17-2015, 10:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,487
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Newbie with questions

Hi all,

Well the 2010 19 standard arrived today!! What a beaut!! It's so cool, we can't wait to take it out!

Had a chance to go through it somewhat today and I have a few questions:

1) ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-17-2015, 08:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,403
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Thanks Marilyn. Good info -- especially about...

Thanks Marilyn. Good info -- especially about forgetting only once!!!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2015, 11:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,403
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Thanks Rick. I think the leak problem in mine...

Thanks Rick. I think the leak problem in mine may be more serious. There is visible damage to the wall radiating about 3 inches or so all around the window. Like I said, I'll be keeping an eye on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-15-2015, 06:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,403
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Thanks Floyd. I'm sure in time it will be no...

Thanks Floyd. I'm sure in time it will be no problem at all!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-15-2015, 06:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,403
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Hey Darral. No heebie jeebies here! Just...

Hey Darral. No heebie jeebies here! Just looking for some advice from experience Scamp owners. Thanks for the heads up!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-15-2015, 06:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,403
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Thanks Tim. That was kind of my take on it as...

Thanks Tim. That was kind of my take on it as well, but I will be keeping an eye out for further spreading of any damage.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-15-2015, 12:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,403
Posted By Peter S. in Iowa
Dumping tanks and bath window leak

Hi all,

New to this site and have a couple of questions.

I am new to the RV ownership world (although I have rented several times) and am anxiously awaiting the arrival of a beauty of a...
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