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Bill rv tech
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-17-2021, 11:10 AM
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A Heating Alternative?
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8,380
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Bill rv tech
Offering 2 simple points: 1. consider the...
Offering 2 simple points:
1. consider the source--internet DIY???
2. CO (carbon monoxide) is odorless and colorless; and effective!
As a (now retired) mobile RVIA tech, my advice to folks, use...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
02-10-2021, 12:52 PM
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towing a 17' Casita Travel trailer W/ a RAM 1500
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6,074
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Chev 1500 w 5.3 and tow package ; 17’ FD only...
Chev 1500 w 5.3 and tow package ; 17’ FD only problem : campgrounds too full!! But we get there with no problems!!
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NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade
10-08-2020, 09:31 PM
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Boler door lock
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Bill rv tech
Boler door lock
1977 boler door lock Lyster ; complete with keys. This inside and outside part has one issue the latch end has worn down to the point it will not hold maybe you have the latch itself or are...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
08-04-2020, 12:32 PM
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Boler 1976 tail lights
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1,970
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Boler lights
Trying to figure this one out too! Am going to custom
make backing plate for new lights and use existing red covers- love to hear how you approach this
Thx
Bill
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-14-2019, 05:59 PM
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Boler Exterior Light Cover
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2,140
Posted By
Bill rv tech
This is exactly what I have but a missing the...
This is exactly what I have but a missing the back plate-- need a pic of the back plate--can you send to me via PM?? Thanks!
Bill rv tech
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-16-2019, 10:41 PM
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76
New Trailer starter kit
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5,538
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Just a thought-- I always ALWAYS carried two (2)...
Just a thought-- I always ALWAYS carried two (2) water pressure regulators in my rigs! On sadly more than one occasion, I left mine attached to the city water hookup, but I had that spare when...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-19-2019, 01:47 PM
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Help need ideas on getting trailer into garage
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14,760
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Harbor Freight; and I would never take them on...
Harbor Freight; and I would never take them on the road- lots of suggestions!
Good luck!
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-19-2019, 10:56 AM
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Help need ideas on getting trailer into garage
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Posted By
Bill rv tech
I ended up with 8" tires/rims--not a 4" drop...
I ended up with 8" tires/rims--not a 4" drop between 14-10. My third grade math came through! Now about the rims only-- pushing 900-1100 pounds on tires is kind of OK- on steel rims...not so much -...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-19-2019, 10:17 AM
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Help need ideas on getting trailer into garage
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14,760
Posted By
Bill rv tech
I have smaller wheel/tires and change them each...
I have smaller wheel/tires and change them each time -small tires are still push-able but fits under garage door- note - no AC unit on top!
Thought about the car creepers and you are right--might be...
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Classified Archives
12-31-2018, 08:07 PM
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GA |
SOLD: 2018 ParkLiner 26,000
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3,459
Posted By
Bill rv tech
The screws, as best as I can tell, are to hold...
The screws, as best as I can tell, are to hold the appliance in the cabinet- there needs to be a seal behind those trim pieces. Unless you have taken a refrigerator out before, my advice is not to....
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Classified Archives
12-30-2018, 09:05 PM
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GA |
SOLD: 2018 ParkLiner 26,000
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3,459
Posted By
Bill rv tech
That refrigerator must be sealed to anywhere in...
That refrigerator must be sealed to anywhere in the coach- RVIA rule.
I have found some in my past that were open in an overhead cabinet- made quick work of those once the owners knew the possible...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-28-2018, 04:41 PM
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New Scamp Owner Needs Manual
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7,559
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Extreme long shot!! I need that electric layout...
Extreme long shot!! I need that electric layout page that you have (had??) -do you still have it and might I get a copy?
Thanks!
Forum:
General Chat
12-19-2017, 10:18 AM
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for a good chuckle today.....
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23,715
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Have seen many clever names RVers give the...
Have seen many clever names RVers give the rigs--this is one of the best!
Forum:
General Chat
12-17-2017, 12:21 PM
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for a good chuckle today.....
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23,715
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Non fiberglass trailers serve an lesser known...
Non fiberglass trailers serve an lesser known purpose, but so very important. As a retired RVIA tech, I worked on many TTs whose owners had to find affordable housing--these were not the traditional...
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Classified Archives
12-13-2017, 08:00 PM
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28
AZ |
For Sale1998 Burro 17' widebody $8,000.
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7,611
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Jan, got the pics-thanks!!! Now the thinking goes...
Jan, got the pics-thanks!!! Now the thinking goes on...
Bill
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-19-2017, 10:49 AM
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What to Use as A Replacement?
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2,599
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Steve, yes I did see this one and thanks!! I was...
Steve, yes I did see this one and thanks!! I was going to try one more time to find an actual exact replacement part before going the route that Ian has--it is a great option though!!
Thanks,Bill
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-12-2017, 05:12 PM
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What to Use as A Replacement?
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2,599
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Jack, this is way out of the blue and your...
Jack,
this is way out of the blue and your post, to which I am responding, was in 2011...So, I am wondering if you just might happen to have the remaining guts to that Lyster 211?
I need to dead...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-04-2017, 07:45 AM
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6
Ensolite bubble help
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2,089
Posted By
Bill rv tech
I have a 1977 boler and am looking for a source...
I have a 1977 boler and am looking for a source for some ensolite but have come up empty--anyone know where/if it is available?
Thanks
Bill rv tech
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-08-2017, 02:34 PM
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69
Mods the Former Owner did that you like
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8,003
Posted By
Bill rv tech
...because the loading ramp where the batteries...
...because the loading ramp where the batteries were delivered/unloaded was directly across from the assembly position of the seat; the battery could be simply slipped across the line via roller ramp...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-09-2017, 07:16 PM
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43
Basic electrical set up advice for my rare trailer
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5,222
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Electrical advice
You asked for electrical advise but in your comments you mentioned setting up your propane. There are many DIY jobs that can be done successfully ; one that requires specific training is RV propane....
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-10-2017, 07:13 PM
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10
changing tires on Boler 13'
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3,476
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Thank you all for your info and insights! I did...
Thank you all for your info and insights! I did pick up a low profile trolley jack at Harbor Freight and it works perfectly....in my garage!! I will take a bottle jack on trips though.
And as an...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
02-07-2017, 12:46 PM
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10
changing tires on Boler 13'
Views:
3,476
Posted By
Bill rv tech
changing tires on Boler 13'
Just got my Boler and am needing to change tires. Is it approved to use a bumper jack on the rear bumper? Looks like it s solid with the side rails--help!
Thanks.
Bill
Forum:
Classified Archives
01-17-2017, 08:02 PM
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13
CA |
SOLD: 2000 16' Scamp one owner $6000.00
Views:
3,684
Posted By
Bill rv tech
If this rig is still for sale, please put me in...
If this rig is still for sale, please put me in line - we thought it had been sold some time ago. If not, we are also interested!,
Bill and Carol
In Tucson
(xxx) xxxxxxx
Forum:
Classified Archives
01-10-2017, 05:12 PM
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2
SD |
SOLD: '70 Boler $6200
Views:
2,030
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Sold? Where located? Thanks - Bill
Sold? Where located?
Thanks - Bill
Forum:
Classified Archives
01-10-2017, 05:02 PM
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34
IL |
SOLD: 13 foot 1972 Cloud 9
Views:
9,497
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Please share pictures- we are really looking for....
Please share pictures- we are really looking for. 13 - 14 foot model
Bill
Forum:
Classified Archives
12-23-2016, 03:57 PM
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3
PA |
sold Vintage Concessions Camper - 1978 Boler
Views:
2,672
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Hi Dave, is this rig still for sale? Tried to...
Hi Dave,
is this rig still for sale? Tried to contact you earlier--not sure if you got the message.
Bill nd Carol
(Tucson-- (512)-9630693
Forum:
Classified Archives
09-20-2016, 05:11 PM
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22
AZ |
SOLD 1983 Fiber Stream dual axle
Views:
7,885
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Kristi, great news that you were able to...
Kristi,
great news that you were able to sell your rig--thanks for the reply; I will keep looking
bill
Forum:
Classified Archives
09-18-2016, 12:18 AM
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22
AZ |
SOLD 1983 Fiber Stream dual axle
Views:
7,885
Posted By
Bill rv tech
Kristi, I live in Tucson and would like to see...
Kristi,
I live in Tucson and would like to see your rig. Best way to get in touch? I am a retired RV tech and this rig sounds just right.
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