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Forum: General Chat 09-18-2020, 07:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 683
Posted By flowman
RVs for fire victims in Oregon

I would like to think of myself as a glass artist, but I'm in awe of truly talented people that I follow on Instagram, some of whom who've lost their homes and their studios, their means of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-01-2019, 04:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,745
Posted By flowman
I lost my mind a long time ago, but one way to...

I lost my mind a long time ago, but one way to verify a leak would be to put in 5 gallons, turn on the water pump to pressurize the system and see if the pump runs occasionally (with all the faucets...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-01-2019, 10:31 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,935
Posted By flowman
This is an age old battle...Jeep has done a much...

This is an age old battle...Jeep has done a much better job of promoting their brand image, but there's no comparison when you look at build quality--I have no direct experience with the Highlander,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-01-2019, 10:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,185
Posted By flowman
You might have more luck asking on the Casita...

You might have more luck asking on the Casita forum, but this is the best I remember seeing there, and he covered almost every available inch.

...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-19-2017, 07:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,498
Posted By flowman
Read this thread, you'll feel better: ...

Read this thread, you'll feel better:

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f56/rookie-vs-1990-casita-project-thread-75022.html

It can be done.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 12-06-2016, 08:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,127
Posted By flowman
Welcome to Georgia! As a native son and fan of...

Welcome to Georgia! As a native son and fan of state parks, you threw me a curve referring to Blythe Island as a state park, since I know our state parks well--it's actually not a state park, but a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-15-2016, 11:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,390
Posted By flowman
Lots of good ideas here, but I wouldn't rely too...

Lots of good ideas here, but I wouldn't rely too much on the Reese lock after watching this video (bottom of the page):

Products | Proven Industries - Best Trailer Locks...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-15-2016, 11:35 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,964
Posted By flowman
Another consideration (re budget) is unless they...

Another consideration (re budget) is unless they said otherwise the repair shop probably quoted you a price for not only a structural repair, but matching gelcoat (since most people would want a...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-09-2016, 07:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,818
Posted By flowman
Sounds perfect Huck, thanks for sharing. My dear...

Sounds perfect Huck, thanks for sharing. My dear wife (who was bit reluctant about getting a trailer at first) put the outer banks on the top of our list, so it's nice to know this time of year is a...
Forum: General Chat 09-09-2016, 07:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,388
Posted By flowman
Thanks Jon, loved it, especially these two...

Thanks Jon, loved it, especially these two paragraphs:
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-04-2016, 08:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,761
Posted By flowman
Wow, nice job!

Wow, nice job!
Forum: General Chat 09-04-2016, 08:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,512
Posted By flowman
I just love the title of this thread! Glad you...

I just love the title of this thread! Glad you found the issues ahead of time, good for you checking your rig out instead of just hitting the road!
Forum: General Chat 09-02-2016, 11:12 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,412
Posted By flowman
I was an "academic brat", born in Georgia, moved...

I was an "academic brat", born in Georgia, moved to Wisconsin for dad's PhD, then Illinois, then Baton Rouge, and then I came back to Georgia for my MS. I feel like I grew up in Louisiana, but have...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 09-02-2016, 06:33 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 12,977
Posted By flowman
Thanks for the pics Al and Cindy, Smokemont is...

Thanks for the pics Al and Cindy, Smokemont is one of the first places I want to take our Casita. I like elk watching, but the otters were a bonus!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-02-2016, 06:22 AM
Replies: 397
Views: 99,949
Posted By flowman
KC, thanks for the link to the speed brace...

KC, thanks for the link to the speed brace brackets, very handy product!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-31-2016, 07:17 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 98,165
Posted By flowman
Have fun Jonathan, you've earned it!

Have fun Jonathan, you've earned it!
Forum: Classified Archives 08-29-2016, 09:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,726
Posted By flowman
You can say that again! Wow...

You can say that again! Wow...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-29-2016, 08:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,084
Posted By flowman
There's a guy on the casitaforum that installed...

There's a guy on the casitaforum that installed one of these--happy so far, but still testing.

Air Head Composting Toilet | For Boats, RVs & Cabins | Environmental Toilets with Compact...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2016, 06:12 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 98,165
Posted By flowman
Jonathan, I haven't posted much, and I took...

Jonathan,

I haven't posted much, and I took the wimpy route and order a new Casita, but I'm incredibly impressed by your build out, and it's the one thread on this forum that I always have to...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 08-27-2016, 06:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,234
Posted By flowman
This are really good, thanks for sharing! Keep...

This are really good, thanks for sharing! Keep it up.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-26-2016, 08:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,826
Posted By flowman
Very clean modification, good work!

Very clean modification, good work!
Forum: General Chat 08-26-2016, 08:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,176
Posted By flowman
I look forward to reading it! I write almost...

I look forward to reading it! I write almost every day, just 750 words on whatever's in my head, but I've always wanted to write professionally. As you can see from my blog (URL in my sig) I have a...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-14-2016, 07:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,189
Posted By flowman
Hi Jan, enjoy the forum, there's a great group...

Hi Jan, enjoy the forum, there's a great group here. Nice trailer!
Forum: General Chat 07-13-2016, 05:39 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 36,688
Posted By flowman
Isn't that about the price of Olivers? (Not...

Isn't that about the price of Olivers? (Not trying to start a fight, just an honest question.)
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-13-2016, 07:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,073
Posted By flowman
Another vote for Viair--I used to trail ride with...

Another vote for Viair--I used to trail ride with my Landcruiser, and that was the standard in the offroad world. A lot of people mounted them in the engine compartment for onboard air, since you...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-12-2016, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,038
Posted By flowman
Sorry for your loss Bruce, my wife's a lukewarm...

Sorry for your loss Bruce, my wife's a lukewarm camper, but I can't imagine traveling without her.
Forum: Money Matters 07-12-2016, 07:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,383
Posted By flowman
Don't worry Darral, we placed the order for our...

Don't worry Darral, we placed the order for our Casita 17FD a few weeks ago, it's just depressing to hear how short sighted some manufacturers are. We're sticking with towed fiberglass! :slap:
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-12-2016, 07:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,747
Posted By flowman
I second the rally idea--we happened to find one...

I second the rally idea--we happened to find one a few months ago, and it was really helpful to see several different makes and models in one day, without the pressure of a potential seller hanging...
Forum: Money Matters 07-11-2016, 10:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,383
Posted By flowman
Opened fine for me (Macbook w/ Firefox)--as a...

Opened fine for me (Macbook w/ Firefox)--as a newbie to RV's it's a depressing read.
Forum: General Chat 07-05-2016, 03:11 PM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,536
Posted By flowman
Spotted a Scamp 5th wheel heading westbound on...

Spotted a Scamp 5th wheel heading westbound on Highway 78 just east of Crawford GA (east of Athens). I waved (green FJ cruiser), just in case the owners read this forum.

We don't see a lot of...
Forum: General Chat 07-02-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,703
Posted By flowman
Thanks everyone, I've been lurking on the casita...

Thanks everyone, I've been lurking on the casita forum for a while, great info, but the forum software they use is a little funky--had a hard time figuring it out at first. I'm already salivating...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-02-2016, 11:43 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,205
Posted By flowman
That's why there are so many different makes and...

That's why there are so many different makes and models. I do love the dual opening tailgate...ingenious.
Forum: General Chat 07-01-2016, 09:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,703
Posted By flowman
Thanks for the welcome Wayne, I can't wait. ...

Thanks for the welcome Wayne, I can't wait. Already planning the trip out to pick it up, any tips?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-01-2016, 09:46 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,205
Posted By flowman
I've always been a huge fan of Hondas (and...

I've always been a huge fan of Hondas (and Toyotas, our current fleet), but I have never understood the appeal of the Ridgeline for one reason: the "trunk" and spare tire in the bed. The sales guy...
Forum: General Chat 07-01-2016, 07:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,703
Posted By flowman
Smile Time to update my profile: Casita ordered!

Finally, after months of wheedling (me) and eye rolling (dear wife), we placed the order with Casita yesterday for our first TT, a 17' Freedom deluxe! Whoo hooo! Now to get the old garden cleared...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-23-2016, 08:25 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 98,165
Posted By flowman
This is an amazing project, thanks for sharing,...

This is an amazing project, thanks for sharing, you have us all on the edge of our seats!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-23-2016, 09:10 AM
Replies: 336
Views: 174,760
Posted By flowman
I've never done fiberglass and don't have a...

I've never done fiberglass and don't have a trailer (yet...shopping), but I just have to say "Thanks" to Dave--this thread is what makes the Internet great. Fantastic info, and I love the way you...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-07-2016, 06:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,849
Posted By flowman
Welcome Steve (fine name), I hope to be a Casita...

Welcome Steve (fine name), I hope to be a Casita owner before the end of the year. There's a lot of great info (and helpful people) here, enjoy!.

Steve
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-21-2016, 03:35 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 22,035
Posted By flowman
I was sorry we got up there so late, but we...

I was sorry we got up there so late, but we appreciated getting a chance to look at several rigs, it was easy to see that y'all are proud of your eggs. Thanks for showing us around,

Steve and Amy,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-11-2016, 06:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,203
Posted By flowman
Thanks everyone, see you on the road!

Thanks everyone, see you on the road!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-11-2016, 06:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,431
Posted By flowman
Have fun with your new RV!

Have fun with your new RV!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-09-2016, 10:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,203
Posted By flowman
New member in north Georgia

Hi everyone, I've been daydreaming of a small trailer since I retired two years ago--my wife and I have been tent camping since we married, but we're both getting tired of sleeping on the ground. ...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 05-09-2016, 09:35 AM
Replies: 184
Views: 22,035
Posted By flowman
Can't wait to visit

I've been daydreaming about a Casita for years, just found out about this rally and would love to come visit on Saturday--can't wait to see your rigs!

Steve (just joined, trailerless for now...)
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