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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-14-2021, 04:33 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Gladys has been sold and we watched her drive...

Gladys has been sold and we watched her drive away with love in our hearts for the memories we shared. She's gone to live in Mississippi with a family that'll enjoy new adventures and camping fun.
...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 10-11-2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Sold

Gladys has sold. Moderators can move this thread to the archives and lock comments please.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-11-2021, 05:02 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Showing Gladys this morning. Mixed feelings after...

Showing Gladys this morning. Mixed feelings after sooo many memories and fun camping...

We've parked the new RV around the corner so she can't see us spending time with our old friend. The new...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 10-09-2021, 05:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Ready for showing

Washed, waxed and ready for showing.:D
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 10-08-2021, 05:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
sale pending

Possible sale pending...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 10-04-2021, 03:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Our new camper has arrived so we're transfering...

Our new camper has arrived so we're transfering all of our personal effects to the new unit.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 09-28-2021, 04:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Working on some new pictures to showcase the...

Working on some new pictures to showcase the fresh paint inside and waiting for our tire appointment at our local shop.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2021, 04:09 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Laura spent several hours in Gladys yesterday...

Laura spent several hours in Gladys yesterday freshening up the inside with a new coat of paint in many places. The bright white of the closet give that a new look and Laura has picked a pale mint...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 09-24-2021, 04:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Getting ready to pull Gladys over the our local...

Getting ready to pull Gladys over the our local tire service center for a new set of tires and have the bearings checked and greased.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-22-2021, 03:48 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Dean, We've chosen the Imagine XLS 22MLE. ...

Dean,

We've chosen the Imagine XLS 22MLE. The actual size is only one foot longer than Gladys but the added floor space of the single slide creates a lot more square feet inside and the bed in on...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-20-2021, 04:22 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
For Sale Again, price reduced

We have made a down payment on a new Grand Design RV and are selling Gladys. We have reduced the price to $12,000 and are looking forward to our new adventures.

I have reactivated our add and...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 09-20-2021, 04:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
For Sale Again-Price Reduced!

Gladys is for sale again. We have reduced the price to $12,000 since we have put money down on a new Grand Design camper. Since we're going to have a new camper we will be keeping the totes with...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-07-2021, 01:07 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 66,789
Posted By TheWanderers
Natalie, I just saw your post and am charmed by...

Natalie, I just saw your post and am charmed by your comment. Thank you for your kind words. Be well and be blessed. Bill (not Laura)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-07-2021, 12:37 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
We're keeping Gladys

We've had another discussion and decided that we're going to keep Gladys for the foreseeable future. Now that I've completed the updating on the lights, Laura has begun repainting the inside of...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 08-07-2021, 12:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Please cancel

We have decided to keep Gladys and this RV is no longer for sale.:wub
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-23-2021, 05:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
12V system issues resolved

Turns out the 12V system issue was a line fuse from the battery. Once I replaced that fuse all the new LED lights work very nicely from the battery system.:wub
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2021, 05:22 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
issue with the light resolved

Turns out that we'd blown the line fuse from the battery. Replaced and all the new lights are working great.

I'm so glad for the excellent advice and help in this forum. I don't have time to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-23-2021, 05:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Posted By TheWanderers
problem solved

I found the problem and am glad to have the tools to resolve this issue. I am proud to have figured out and used my multi-meter.

First, I blew the line fuse from the battery and that's why the...
Forum: General Chat 07-23-2021, 02:23 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 7,248
Posted By TheWanderers
210

210
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-22-2021, 04:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Inside height

Paul: thank you for your question. The generous inside height of the Bigfoot brand is one of the reasons we selected this camper as our RV. I am 6'3" and have never had any problems.

I've...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-20-2021, 01:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Gladys is 33 years young and a Classic

I talked with the President of Bigfoot some years back and there are no records of how many fivers they produced. Apparently, there was a fire at the factory and many of the records from that period...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-20-2021, 01:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
window coverings

We have been using a window covering that is like a roll up shade shown in this picture. You can also see the new LED lights just above the window shade.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-20-2021, 01:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
two more images from outside

Two more pictures from the outside passenger side showing the entrance doorway as well as the storage for LP and battery up front.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-20-2021, 01:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
More pictures

I thought y'all would like some pictures from the inside that I took this morning.:)

I forgot to take a picture of the steps into the lofted bedroom that open up for storage; we usually put our...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-19-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Thank you Mike.

Thank you Mike.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-19-2021, 05:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
Yup, we named her Gladys

cause we sure are Gladys ours...:loltu
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 07-19-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,122
Posted By TheWanderers
1988 Bigfoot TF20DLX FifthWheel

1988 Bigfoot Fifth Wheel Deluxe TF20 DLX

Bought in November of 2017, the stove/oven and roof top air conditioner removed by the previous owner

Additions and modifications:

Replaced...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-19-2021, 05:08 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Gladys is formally for sale

Ad placed in the marketplace now
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-13-2021, 03:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 18,756
Posted By TheWanderers
We found these instructions on a YouTube video...

We found these instructions on a YouTube video when we replaced the awning. It wasn't too difficult but we did need an extra set of hands to get the job done safely. We bought the awning online and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-13-2021, 03:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,958
Posted By TheWanderers
We looked into doing this at one point and the...

We looked into doing this at one point and the instructions were to connect the camera to the backup lights on the camper, as Bing has mentioned. However, I wanted to see behind me whenever I was...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-13-2021, 03:32 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
new lights installed

All the LEDs have been installed and I have managed to repair the switch at the bathroom door too. The only lights not LED are the reading lights in the sleeping area and the exhaust hood light.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-12-2021, 04:33 AM
Replies: 259
Views: 62,477
Posted By TheWanderers
My dad used to say, "if you don't have the time...

My dad used to say, "if you don't have the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever gonna find the time to do it again?"

Very nice work with attention to every detail. Superb! Well...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-11-2021, 05:33 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Thank you Jon

Thank you Jon
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-10-2021, 07:28 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
We’re selling

After careful consideration we’ve decided to sell Gladys. An official advertisement will be forthcoming but we’re going to carefully write a detailed listing including reference to this thread.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-08-2021, 11:05 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Thinking that it may be time for us to make a change

Laura and I have been talking about the possibility of selling Gladys.:eek:

I retired last year, during the pandemic, and we spent quite a few days and nights in Gladys camping at the family farm....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-08-2021, 10:58 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
I picked up some more wiring connectors for the...

I picked up some more wiring connectors for the new LEDs that'll go in this week. I have plans to pull each fixture to check on wiring buggaboo. My plan is to begin at each fixture and work my way...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2021, 10:07 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
New lights have arrived

The LED lights ordered from Amazon have arrived and I installed one of them this weekend while we were camping. It was very easy and works very well; like the "light of day" at the top of the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-28-2021, 02:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Posted By TheWanderers
I never got around to look for the ground wire...

I never got around to look for the ground wire but I have clarified the issues. The fixture in the entryway with the bad bulb is definitely the bulb or the socket. I can hold the bulb in just a way...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-27-2021, 06:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Posted By TheWanderers
mszabo: Nope, we installed the new charge...

mszabo: Nope, we installed the new charge controller on 3/26/19. You can look back through this thread and see my notes on post #79. The lighting problem that we're experiencing is happening in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-26-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
I'm going to check the primary grounding wire as...

I'm going to check the primary grounding wire as recommended by Jim; corrosion or poor connection may be the culprit. However, I'll be looking at some replacement led fixtures from Amazon to upgrade...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-26-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Posted By TheWanderers
Jim, thanx for this advice. I'll go look first...

Jim, thanx for this advice. I'll go look first thing tomorrow. I should not have any trouble locating the primary ground wire.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-26-2021, 10:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Posted By TheWanderers
I used the search feature while waiting for some...

I used the search feature while waiting for some input from anyone and found a replacement LED fixture from Kohree on Amazon...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-25-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Ceiling light repair help needed...

First: I'm having a problem with Gladys' ceiling lights on the passenger side of the cabin. Those lights on that side have stopped working. I've used a multimeter to test for electricity and it seems...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-25-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
reply on vent replacement

Kevin: I looked at the instructions from the manufacturer and it seemed very much like the escape hatch so I just went ahead and tried to do it. After I removed the lower screen, the cover just...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-25-2021, 02:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,044
Posted By TheWanderers
Bigfoot ceiling lights electrical issue

First: I'm having a problem with Gladys' ceiling lights on the passenger side of the cabin. Those lights on that side have stopped working. I've used a multimeter to test for electricity and it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-19-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
New Vent Covers

Ordered a pair of standard vent covers from Amazon and installed them on Gladys. One looked a little "sketchy" and since I couldn't know if either of them were OEM I simply replaced them both. Good...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-02-2021, 06:20 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
pressure test success

The new flush valve for the toilet has tested successfully.:D
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-26-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Mszabo, that bad boys went right on and seems to...

Mszabo, that bad boys went right on and seems to have healed the vent leak. We'll be watching this issue very closely but I think we've sealed it up. Thanx again!:D
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-26-2021, 09:49 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Dometic Toilet valve leaking

Just ordered the flush valve for the dometic toilet valve. This is located on the back of the toilet and is operated by the foot flush pedal. It started leaking last fall and it seems that these...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-04-2021, 02:27 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,143
Posted By TheWanderers
Thanx!

Mszabo, thanx for the link. I'ma go measure that whole right now and make sure it's a fit.
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