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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-03-2018, 05:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,470
Posted By Jennygdeans
I can totally picture it now David - thank you! ...

I can totally picture it now David - thank you!
Would t be possible to get the dimensions of the width of the bottom of the window frame and the dimensions of the extra piece of wood that went on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-22-2018, 07:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,470
Posted By Jennygdeans
Thanks for all this information David. As I...

Thanks for all this information David.
As I think it through I think I need to reframe the bottom of the window again, even though the P.O. just did this. The bottom part of the frame is smaller...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-13-2018, 04:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,914
Posted By Jennygdeans
Trillium 1300 Table measurements

Hello!

My 1300 came without a dining table at the bed end. I've searched though the old threads, but I can't seem to find anything that details what the table looks like, how it works, or the...
Forum: General Chat 05-13-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 144,668
Posted By Jennygdeans
For posterity, my serial number is 13-1103592. ...

For posterity, my serial number is 13-1103592. I'm not sure what year. Operating on the assumption that it is a 1975?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-13-2018, 02:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,470
Posted By Jennygdeans
Another question! How thick should the...

Another question!

How thick should the plywood be?

THANKS!!!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-13-2018, 02:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,470
Posted By Jennygdeans
The front window was resealed by the PO and he...

The front window was resealed by the PO and he replaced some of the wood frame. There is no extension of the wood framing below the window anymore. I'm thinking I will have to glass a piece of wood...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-12-2018, 05:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,325
Posted By Jennygdeans
Low Profile Stabilizer Jacks

Hello!

I just picked up a new-to-me 1975 Trillium 1300. I'm not sure what kind of stabilizers to use. There is only about 8" of clearance at the back. I have stackable stabilizers, but they are...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-09-2018, 11:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,470
Posted By Jennygdeans
David, this is amazing! Thank you so much! I...

David, this is amazing! Thank you so much! I have two more questions.
Does the 'R' refer to the length of the curve?
How far down from the bottom of the window frame is the piano hinge...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-07-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,470
Posted By Jennygdeans
Thanks so much David! Do you still have the spare...

Thanks so much David! Do you still have the spare set? I will check out the ‘more’ tab!
What density of foam would you recommend?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-06-2018, 07:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,470
Posted By Jennygdeans
David, Did you ever finish drawing up those...

David,
Did you ever finish drawing up those plans? I’m looking for bunk bed plans for a 1300. I thought there was a resources section on this site, but I can’t seem to find it!
Thanks.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-28-2017, 07:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,363
Posted By Jennygdeans
Hey Paul! I did have a look through the document...

Hey Paul! I did have a look through the document section at some point, but I must have missed the Jubilee specific info. Thanks for the tip!
Renos have been on hold for the winter, and then for...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-25-2017, 06:36 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Congrats on your purchase! I've done some...

Congrats on your purchase! I've done some scouting around. Ensolite is hard to find out east, and expensive, so I'm looking for an alternative. There is this product called EcoFoam that Home Depot...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-13-2017, 07:30 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 53,846
Posted By Jennygdeans
This is great! Thanks so much!

This is great! Thanks so much!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-11-2017, 04:47 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 53,846
Posted By Jennygdeans
That's on my list this summer (with a Jubilee)....

That's on my list this summer (with a Jubilee). The door itself needs some help. Mine is down to the fiberglass if you think pictures might help!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-15-2017, 06:56 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 98,045
Posted By Jennygdeans
What did you use to strip the paint? I'm enjoying...

What did you use to strip the paint? I'm enjoying the skiiing this winter, but missing the tinkering.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-06-2016, 06:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,461
Posted By Jennygdeans
This is what I want to do with mine, eventually....

This is what I want to do with mine, eventually. Two questions...
What did you use to tint the resin? (Great idea)
Did you consider a maxx air vent?

Keep the pictures coming!


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-24-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Things have quieted down on the restoration...

Things have quieted down on the restoration front, but I'm still plugging along. As Cat mentioned, and Karin in her thread, once the initial flurry of activity is over it's easy to lose focus and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-09-2016, 02:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,719
Posted By Jennygdeans
Dave - I tried WD-40, is that similar to liquid...

Dave - I tried WD-40, is that similar to liquid wrench? I'll try prying them off, before grinding, good idea!


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-08-2016, 05:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,719
Posted By Jennygdeans
I LOVE THIS FORUM! Seriously. There is so...

I LOVE THIS FORUM!

Seriously. There is so much amazing information and ingenuity in the membership! Okay, I am feeling less frustrated and overwhelmed. I'm thinking I might just be able to do...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-08-2016, 04:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,363
Posted By Jennygdeans
David - The missing window measures 23.5''W x...

David - The missing window measures 23.5''W x 21.5''H. The double window is 47.5''W.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2016, 06:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,719
Posted By Jennygdeans
Separating Fiberglass Shell from the Frame

Hello!

I'm looking for some specific advice on how to take a fibreglass shell off it's trailer. I'm new to all this, so the more detailed the better. My trailer is a Trillium Jubilee gut, right...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-07-2016, 05:46 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Roy - I did do a speedy gut, mostly because it...

Roy - I did do a speedy gut, mostly because it needed it and I knew once school started and then the snow started flying, I would be mostly sidelined until spring. I took a ton of photos/measurement,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-05-2016, 07:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,543
Posted By Jennygdeans
Peter - Thanks a million for the pictures. You...

Peter - Thanks a million for the pictures. You lock and your door are so beautiful! *sniff*
It's good to know what mine should/will look like!

Carl - If you care able to let me know what you end...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-05-2016, 07:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Okay, so I've been quiet but I have been making...

Okay, so I've been quiet but I have been making *some* progress. Things have slowed down considerably as back-to-school applies to me as well. My full-time job is really impacting my reno...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-04-2016, 07:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,363
Posted By Jennygdeans
Thanks for your input and leads. I'm chasing up...

Thanks for your input and leads. I'm chasing up both your suggestions, and I have a million alerts set up on eBay. I figure I'll do due diligence and see if I can replace them, if not, tempered...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-04-2016, 06:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,543
Posted By Jennygdeans
Trillium Jubilee Door Lock

Hello!

Any Jubilee owners out there know what kind of door lock originally came on the trailer? The one on there right now is of the regular 'knob' variety and I'm wondering what should be there....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-03-2016, 07:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,363
Posted By Jennygdeans
Roy - I have another equally large window in the...

Roy - I have another equally large window in the front of the trailer, so no emergency worries! I'm looking for another matching jalousie window to fill the space. A pane of tempered glass will do...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-03-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,363
Posted By Jennygdeans
Replacement Hehr Jalousie Window

Hello again!

At the back of my Trillium Jubilee one of the original windows is gone. It has been replaced with a piece of plexiglass. I would like to have this ugly plexiglass replaced with a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-01-2016, 07:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,957
Posted By Jennygdeans
tractors - The 12v socket idea is a good one for...

tractors - The 12v socket idea is a good one for charging, thanks!

Carl - Thanks for all the specific info, that's going to come in very handy. Your advice about thinking about the next owner is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-01-2016, 04:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,957
Posted By Jennygdeans
Electrical Basics - What would you do?

So I have some *very* basic questions about rv wiring. I have totally gutted my 1980 Trillium Jubilee. The existing wires are a mess.
What would you install? I have electric brakes,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-29-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Progress and questions...

David - Propane line is out. The trailer didn't come with a tank, so I figured I was okay to proceed! I have a boating friend who is trading fibreglass tutorials for some ribs on our smoker - deal! ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2016, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,342
Posted By Jennygdeans
Trillium Jubilee rebuild

Hello!

I'm currently gutting my newly acquired Trillium Jubilee. I'm almost down to the shell. My first order of business, I believe, will be to rebuild/reseal the windows. Is there a special...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-26-2016, 12:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
David - Still contemplating the water tank, but...

David - Still contemplating the water tank, but you made some good points. Maybe I will keep it...

So I started looking at what I will need to do to take out the kitchen. I removed the sink. And...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-25-2016, 06:47 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Patricia - Thank you for your kind words! This...

Patricia - Thank you for your kind words! This community has been amazing. And yes, it's great to see so many women on here digging in!


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-25-2016, 12:34 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
So I started taking out the benches in the dining...

So I started taking out the benches in the dining area today. The floor here was less water-damaged, but still in rough shape. As I pulled it up I discovered that there were quite a few ants that...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-23-2016, 06:51 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Bee - I'm hoping to get rid of my beam. I'm not...

Bee - I'm hoping to get rid of my beam. I'm not even sure it's helping... The shower rod holder things were installed on the bottom bunk, but no other hardware or cushions. I'll have to tackle that...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-23-2016, 06:39 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Thanks so much everyone, you've all been...

Thanks so much everyone, you've all been amazingly helpful!

I've taken out a good insulation and the bench that at the front. That was fairly straightforward.

Now it looks like this: (Well,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-22-2016, 01:45 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Bee - The picture of your Jubilee never came...

Bee - The picture of your Jubilee never came through, can you post again? No metal beam eh... Have you ever removed the insulation on the ceiling? Do you think you might have a beam under the foam?...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-21-2016, 05:39 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
@Carl - Thanks for the advice. I'll check out...

@Carl - Thanks for the advice. I'll check out your thread/blog and let you know if I have any questions. My french is a little rusty, so I think I'll use that Google translate tool!

@Kai - The...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-21-2016, 03:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Thanks for the suggestions and pictures of the...

Thanks for the suggestions and pictures of the supports. I bought 2x3 studs, they were on sale! But I'm not ready for them yet. Today was all about starting to pull back the foam insulation and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2016, 09:04 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
So I spent my time tonight alternating between...

So I spent my time tonight alternating between scouring these forms, and watching the broadcast of the final Tragically Hip concert (:sad).

I think I have decided to reinstall the insulation. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
We are only planning on using the camper in the...

We are only planning on using the camper in the summer, maybe the odd time in the fall/spring. Will it make a big difference in the shoulder seasons? I'm open to anything at this point!


Sent...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2016, 01:16 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Thanks so much for your help, in advance. I...

Thanks so much for your help, in advance. I wanted to seek some advice before I did anything. Can't undo a demolition... ^_^
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2016, 01:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
One last question for today. Dealing with the...

One last question for today. Dealing with the insulation. I assume it all needs to come out incase there is water trapped/travelling behind it.

It is peeling off in some spots.
98720

In...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
Also, there is a metal beam that runs across the...

Also, there is a metal beam that runs across the ceiling towards the front of the trailer. Is this standard for a Trillium Jubilee? Or is it something that was installed to fix some yet unseen...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2016, 01:04 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
The floor is rotting and still wet. I'm thinking...

The floor is rotting and still wet. I'm thinking that there is water under the sub-floor. So, I assume that the floor needs to go. And with it I think all the cabinetry, it is damaged too.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2016, 12:46 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,004
Posted By Jennygdeans
1980? Trillium Jubilee Reno

So I have just acquired a Trillium Jubilee that needs lots of love. I have fairly limited building/construction/renovation experience, but I figure the best way to learn is by doing!

Here are the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-20-2016, 12:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,345
Posted By Jennygdeans
Thanks everyone for your advice. The trailer...

Thanks everyone for your advice. The trailer arrived today, delivered! It's extremely water-damaged on the floor, I think I need to gut it. I have MANY questions, and will start another thread about...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-18-2016, 06:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,345
Posted By Jennygdeans
So, when you say "complete plan for the...

So, when you say "complete plan for the restoration", what do you mean? (I was serious about the needing of advice)!
Before I rip things out I should know what I want it to look like when I'm done?...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-17-2016, 06:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,345
Posted By Jennygdeans
Thank you to everyone who replied. Your advice...

Thank you to everyone who replied. Your advice is through and sage. This community truly is amazing! This is excellent because I'm going to need a *lot* of support as I restore this camper.
I...
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