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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-14-2017, 11:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,144
Posted By jish
Smile Drawers and their security

We use a system of small screw-in eyelets and fasteners.

Closets? One screw eye on door and one on the frame with a small 'hairpin' fastener engaging both

Stack of drawers? One screw eye...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-13-2017, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 832
Posted By jish
Smile Alternative to locking door handle

You might want to try what I did. Keep the handle for opening and closing. Then install a deadbolt lock in the door and drill a deadbolt hole in the door. It is far more secure and looks like it...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-20-2017, 08:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,317
Posted By jish
Smile Visit to CJ Compact Junior

Janice

We'd be more than glad to have you come to visit "CJ" (Compact Junior) and us (Jim and Sharon) in Watrous. Pre-arrange by using jim.coulter@sasktel.net. While here it might be...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-16-2017, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,193
Posted By jish
Smile Hunter Compact II

My wife and I pull our Compact II ("CJ")with a Ford Ranger with a small V6 engine with an automatic transmission. It pulls well but, like any towing, requires 2 things; patience and planning....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-21-2017, 12:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,005
Posted By jish
go for it!

I restored a CJ Hunter last year. The trick is to plan to be conservative in your restoration - don't be too ambitious your first time over. As I see it there are some priorities in restoring. ...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-12-2017, 04:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,709
Posted By jish
Cool Saskatchewan campsites

Sites in Saskatchewan????? Why not Manitou and District Regional Park near Watrous Saskatchewan (just off the Yellow Head Hwy #16). Over 200 sites in a beautiful setting (next to Little Manitou Lake...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-26-2016, 04:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,629
Posted By jish
Question Fellow Compact jr Suggsestions

My wife and I renovated our CJ this past summer and chief amongst the issues were windows. What we did was:
1. Made sure the drain gaps at the bottom of the window track was open
2. Took all screws...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-06-2016, 07:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,327
Posted By jish
Smile CJ electrical adaptation

Janice
120 electrical??entry??? On our "CJ" there is an entry port in floor under the sink closet(looks like the spout collar on a gas can) through which a cord is threaded when needed. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-05-2016, 12:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,327
Posted By jish
Wink Sealer for CJ topper

Janice
Don't do it today!!!!!! In Watrous we have 4" of that dreaded white stuff. What do they say for us in Saskatchewan ??..........."It's a dry cold". They lied...it's a darn wet cold...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-03-2016, 02:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,586
Posted By jish
Unfortunate CJ troubles

:eek:;) It is unfortunate that your Fiberglas RV experience begins with this kind of unscrupulous and dishonest sales pitch to get you to buy.
Once gutted, fiberglas trailers can be...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-26-2016, 01:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,317
Posted By jish
Red face Not the only CJ in Saskatchewan

Janice
"CJ" sits in our yard in Watrous after having been restored in the past 4 months. We were able to have it out twice for a 'trial run' and we are hooked!!!
Go slowly with your...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 09-25-2016, 09:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 17,900
Posted By jish
convenient bedding

;)
My wife and I are the proud owners of a 70's Compact Junior. Our issues were a)time and effort needed to make up the sleeping area with multiple layers b) tendency for bedding to twist during...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-24-2016, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,625
Posted By jish
Leak potential for Compact Jr

:p
As to the question of leaking around the pop-up

The original system in my estimation is ideal for the prevention of leaks. Key to that are two factors
a) Make sure the pop up is fully...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-11-2016, 06:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,674
Posted By jish
Wink Comment from fellow Saskie again

Newbie
I am from Watrous/Manitou Beach ( 60 miles from Saskatoon!!) and as I said my wife and I just finished restoring the interior of a Compact Junior (FGRV)
My wife did the painting after...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-06-2016, 12:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,038
Posted By jish
Awning rail on Compact junior

Hi awning inquisitor! I installed a 4 ft awning rail on the entry of my Compact Junior. I used rivets with sealant on the back of the rail piece and the rivets. Then I sewed a plastic hose (1/4...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-05-2016, 08:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,674
Posted By jish
Go Riders!!

Glad to see another Saskie with FGRV connection. My wife and I have just completed a refurbishing of a Hunter Compact Junior. Great fun!!! and a great addition to our holiday possibilities. We...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-24-2016, 08:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,792
Posted By jish
Wink Door security

;)I am not sure this is helpful but .....after fears of back door popping open on my Hunter Compact Junior, I installed a retro-looking dead bolt on the door and frame. When engaged, I have no fear...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-19-2016, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 968
Posted By jish
Compact Junior novice

Hi there....my name is Jim from Watrous Saskatchewan Canada. I bought a Compact Jr. for my wife for our anniversary. We have spent the summer modifying and upgrading... a blast!!!! Our maiden...
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