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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-12-2022, 10:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,364
Posted By dbensen
Rivnuts

I'm a big fan of Rivnuts. They work like a pop rivet but leave a thread behind. You would have to use a threaded screw instead of a sheet metal, but it would last forever especially if it is...
Forum: General Chat 12-13-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,891
Posted By dbensen
Adhesive

3M 5200 is marine adhesive that i would consider a forever caulk. The 4200 is about half as strong just in case you ever want to remove anything. Both great products.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-26-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,029
Posted By dbensen
awning cover

Very nice job! I enjoyed your YouTube video as well. Thanks for sharing
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-23-2021, 05:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,457
Posted By dbensen
Por 15

It was a probably an autocorrect. Don't want you to go down the wrong rabbit hole. Great product!
Forum: General Chat 09-14-2021, 11:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 670
Posted By dbensen
What a great way to justify a new, or existing,...

What a great way to justify a new, or existing, toy. Very cleaver and nicely done.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-09-2021, 11:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,013
Posted By dbensen
Very clever way to mount the fans. Well done.

Very clever way to mount the fans. Well done.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-19-2020, 11:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,601
Posted By dbensen
Love the mod. My Snoozy is a 2012 and the frame...

Love the mod. My Snoozy is a 2012 and the frame didn't extend all the way back. May add a frame extention just for the step option. Very pro! Doug
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-13-2020, 10:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,187
Posted By dbensen
I second McMaster-Carr. They show 6ft. Stainless...

I second McMaster-Carr. They show 6ft. Stainless hinges in many configurations. good luck with your project. Doug
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-08-2020, 09:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,004
Posted By dbensen
fabric calculator

I haven't used it yet but Sailrite.com has calculator that will tell you how much material you will need. They also have a nice selection fabric and supplies. Sewing machines also, if you need one....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-05-2020, 01:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 769
Posted By dbensen
Condensation

I don't know if you are camping or it is storage but with humidity and a cold vent to the outside it could be condensation. Just a thought. Keep us posted, Doug
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-18-2019, 04:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,239
Posted By dbensen
Adding propane to Snoozy

In the process of adding propane to the Snoozy mostly for heat but will have it for heating water if needed. My question in this project is the mounting of the cylinders. I would like to make a mount...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-16-2019, 12:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,477
Posted By dbensen
fold away tongue

Nice install. Will that lower the weight on the tongue?
I have been thinking about adding some tongue length to the Snoozy which is already a little longer than most because it is on a boat...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-08-2019, 10:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,521
Posted By dbensen
How would that body wrap work out? I don't think...

How would that body wrap work out? I don't think is particularly inexpensive, but I don't think paint is either. It's not permanent and I guess you could change it every couple of years if your...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-07-2019, 10:14 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,568
Posted By dbensen
Where in relation to the window are the holes. ...

Where in relation to the window are the holes. I'm wondering if the window needs to be resealed. Just a thought.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-16-2019, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,163
Posted By dbensen
I second Mike's response. a picture would be...

I second Mike's response. a picture would be helpful, but when I did a motor replacement I believe I could get at it through the air exhaust screen part. Can't remember the name. Maybe this model has...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-30-2018, 10:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,992
Posted By dbensen
There is a product called "Iron Out" that you can...

There is a product called "Iron Out" that you can use in your laundry if you high iron in your well water. This maybe a good application. I have found that clothes have been know to be died using...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-08-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,751
Posted By dbensen
Dremel

Initially I was thinking of using the Dremel with a cutoff wheel to make a slot in the end to unscrew it. I wonder if you could use the cutoff wheel to go the length of the screw and have it fold in...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-12-2018, 10:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,879
Posted By dbensen
Lil Snoozy in Maryland

Dan,
I'm in Sandy Spring MD and several months ago purchased a 2012. This one is about as perfect as you can get without being new. There have been some storage shelf modifications to the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-06-2018, 01:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,866
Posted By dbensen
bearings okay

Bearings checked out okay but it was certainly worth a shot. I think there is a story and if trailers could talk.... Anyway, working with Wesco, the company that made the trailers for Snoozy, and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-29-2018, 01:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,866
Posted By dbensen
Lil Snoozy axle replacement

I purchase a 2012 Lil Snoozy several months ago and on the 7 hour drive home it chewed up the inside edge of the drivers side tire. I was able to replace the tires to get through Maryland inspection...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-21-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,911
Posted By dbensen
2012 Snoozy height

I was able to measure the height from the middle (tire area) and found it to be 7' 7". Hope it helps. Good luck, Doug
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-17-2018, 08:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,911
Posted By dbensen
I have a 2012 with an axle that I think has...

I have a 2012 with an axle that I think has sagged an inch or two. It's dark but I think I measured 7'8". I can check again in the light of day. Hope this helps. Doug
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-15-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,499
Posted By dbensen
Plastic razor blades

Scraprite makes a plastic razor blade that is perfect for removing adhesive. Mayonnaise, goo gone, wd40 all have an oil base so "like dissolves like", but the plastic razor blades will be a great...
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