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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-29-2021, 10:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,469
Posted By jgilardi
Burro fridge

On Costco I recently bought the Massimo 12v fridge (CX-40) and Massimo 500W battery pack. With the battery hooked up to a 100W solar panel, and the fridge hooked up to the battery the fridge runs...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-20-2019, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,151
Posted By jgilardi
Thank you Scoboatn

Thank you for posting the All Things Burro E-book. What a great resources for us Burro owners. Much appreciated!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-23-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,604
Posted By jgilardi
Burro Ceiling Strip

For my Burro ceiling strip I first glued on cool shield thermal bubble wrap (to add a little insulation to the bare fiberglass). I glued it using DAP STRONGSTIK Heavy Duty All-Purpose Construction...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-08-2018, 11:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,983
Posted By jgilardi
Burro stereo Pictures, Burro stereo Images, Burro...

Burro stereo Pictures, Burro stereo Images, Burro stereo Photos, Burro stereo Videos - Image - TinyPic - Free Image Hosting, Photo Sharing & Video Hosting (https://tinypic.com/r/icsqds/9)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-08-2018, 11:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,983
Posted By jgilardi
https://tinypic.com/r/icsqds/9 Put in a...

https://tinypic.com/r/icsqds/9

Put in a CD-radio that fits the cut out. I love using the stereo in my burro.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-01-2018, 12:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,287
Posted By jgilardi
Burro Cushions

Sorry Infmr2
When push came to shove my wife wants to keep the cushions for now. I'll let you know if she changes her mind in the near future.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-30-2018, 12:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,287
Posted By jgilardi
Burro Cushions

Sorry about the pics, been busy. I have a note to remind me to take pics. Will try to do it this weekend, and post them. They are in great condition - look new - (brown-yellowish color)
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-27-2018, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,287
Posted By jgilardi
Burro cushions

When I get off work today I'll take some pics of the cushions and post them. If you don't see them within 1-2 days please remind me.
Jim
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-23-2018, 09:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,287
Posted By jgilardi
1983 Burro

I have a 1983 Burro as well. I'm in San Diego and I have rarely used upholstered cushions (including the bunk bed) for the Burro that I do not use (and my wife continually complains about them...
Forum: Classified Archives 04-04-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,894
Posted By jgilardi
Interested

Where is the trailer located?
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-06-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,080
Posted By jgilardi
Subaru

I have a 2016 Subaru Outback and I tow a 1983 Burro that weighs about 1450 pounds. To get the tongue weight to about 200 lbs I secure the propane tank inside the Burro when towing (and leave the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-24-2017, 10:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,965
Posted By jgilardi
Cabinet door opens

What I did for traveling was to drill a small hole through each cabinet door and through the fiberglass frame (the cabinet butts up to) and I screw in a i-bolt on one side and a washer and nut on the...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-11-2017, 09:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,503
Posted By jgilardi
Scamp

Where are you located in CA? I'm in San Diego.
Jim
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-03-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,342
Posted By jgilardi
Burro Hitch

As you, I was worried about my hitch when I first picked up my 83 burro, because I had never seen one like that before. I have learned to trust it. To secure the top latch I got a piece of metal...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-02-2017, 06:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,252
Posted By jgilardi
Picture of 83 Burro Front Window

Hopefully this picture answers your question.
Facing forward, the left window is fixed in place. This right window slides. The window screen is only on the right side and it is fixed in place. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-24-2017, 11:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,252
Posted By jgilardi
I have a 83 Burro and the window looks exactly...

I have a 83 Burro and the window looks exactly like your pictures. There is a screen on the inside of the moveable plexiglass window. You see see the insert for the screen in your picture.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-25-2017, 10:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,055
Posted By jgilardi
I made a shower from an insect sprayer (Google...

I made a shower from an insect sprayer (Google “How To Make A Weed Sprayer Camping Shower”) which you fill with warm water from your stove, and I bought a shower tent (Google “ Portable Pop Up Pod...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-25-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,884
Posted By jgilardi
I have a 1983 Burro and it was dull even after...

I have a 1983 Burro and it was dull even after cleaning and waxing. Then based on recommendations on this site I tired the Zep floor wax, and after 4 coats it shines like new (kinda of). Highly...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-18-2017, 10:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,825
Posted By jgilardi
Congratulations

Congratulations.
Once you confirm it is safe to tow (e.g. good tires, bearings, axle, frame, tow hitch and lighting) you could clean it up to you liking and then work on it in between camping trips....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-11-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,165
Posted By jgilardi
Very nice. I like the horizontal bar above the...

Very nice. I like the horizontal bar above the sink and stove. Where do you buy the horizontal bar unit and the sliders that hold the utensils?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-10-2017, 10:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,979
Posted By jgilardi
Battry discharge lower safe limit

At what voltage should a 12V battery stopped being used to avoid damaging the battery?
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-08-2017, 04:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,884
Posted By jgilardi
Also, under the trailer, in areas where the...

Also, under the trailer, in areas where the plywood is rotted the fiberglass in that area will likely push in when you push on it since there is no support behind it, as opposed to feeling solid if...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-08-2017, 03:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,884
Posted By jgilardi
Burro floor

On mine you can see the plywood edge behind the tires on the wheel wells. See if a screwdrive can penetrate it. If you get underneath and bang the bottom you likely detect rotten areas (especially...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-08-2017, 09:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,884
Posted By jgilardi
Burro floor

Check the plywood-fiberglass inside the wheel wells and door. That's where my 83 Burro had the worst wood rot when I bought it.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-27-2017, 11:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,191
Posted By jgilardi
Burro side lights

I just bought new side lights with LEDs. They come with the yellow (or red) plastic covers and include the LEDs -- they are inexpensive and a lot brighter than incandescent bulbs. There are lots...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-14-2017, 11:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,237
Posted By jgilardi
Smile Burro sink

Thanks Everyone
The Burro has no grey water tank. The sink empties into a small plastic trap (which I have taken apart and cleaned) and then a short plastic (newly replaced) hose empties to the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-12-2017, 07:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,237
Posted By jgilardi
Smelly sink

Hello
I've be fixing up a 1983 Burro and can't remedy a stinky sink. I've cleaned the sink trap, replaced the drain hose and soaked the sink and drain hose with bleach-water. And still the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-31-2017, 10:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,231
Posted By jgilardi
Burro

Good luck checking out your new Burro. I bought a 1983 Burro about 3 months ago and I've been fixing it up. I love it.

From my limited experience the floor can be rotted out anywhere, but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-05-2017, 10:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,474
Posted By jgilardi
Door molding

Amazon has lots of options. Search for sponge neoprene with adhesive backing
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-10-2016, 12:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,944
Posted By jgilardi
I found it is likely the original axle on my 83...

I found it is likely the original axle on my 83 Burro, made by Henhshen (rated fro 1200 lbs). I had the intent of buying a new torsion axle after others suggested that the torsion section is likely...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-07-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,944
Posted By jgilardi
The trailer does have the 4 bolt hole flange...

The trailer does have the 4 bolt hole flange (although it looks like it could be from 1983). I'll jack it up tomorrow and see how much the wheel lowers as the trailer rises.

Thanks for all...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-07-2016, 08:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,944
Posted By jgilardi
Jon - I just read your post. Thanks for the...

Jon - I just read your post. Thanks for the detailed information. I'll call a utility trailer shop and see what they want to charge for the new axle you suggest.


I bought the burro ~2 months...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-07-2016, 08:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,944
Posted By jgilardi
Electric Brakes

Ends up the guy at eTrailer made a mistake, and they actually do have electric brakes for the 1200 lb axle on my 1983 Burro. I just need to get him my bearing sizes and I should be all set.

...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-07-2016, 03:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,944
Posted By jgilardi
Electrical Brakes for a 13' fiberglass camper

Hello
I have a 1983 Burro (max axle weight of 1200 lbs) and I want to put electrical brakes on it. I was told by eTrailer today that they don't sale electrical brakes for any axle under 2000 lbs. ...
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