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Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 03-18-2021, 04:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,518
Posted By EggRoll
2007 Casita Spirit Deluxe

SOLD SOLD SOLD

Sad to sell our wonderful 2007 Casita 17' Spirit Deluxe travel trailer. The "SD" model offers versatility in seating and sleeping accommodations, as well as the wet bath. The...
Forum: General Chat 03-10-2021, 11:59 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,424
Posted By EggRoll
The Toyota Sienna is a very capable tug up to...

The Toyota Sienna is a very capable tug up to 3,500# and 350# tongue weight if equipped with the "factory tow prep" package and not just an aftermarket hitch installed, which includes and engine oil...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-09-2021, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,120
Posted By EggRoll
Thanks for the detailed write up of the...

Thanks for the detailed write up of the installation of your two LifePo4 batteries. I have a '07 SD 17' and have been thinking of changing out the single SLA battery and installing two LifePo4...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-06-2021, 02:15 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,257
Posted By EggRoll
From what I can tell the heater uses those...

From what I can tell the heater uses those isobutane canisters which are expensive. I can see using this fuel to heat water or cook but could end up being costly as a heating source.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-26-2020, 12:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,775
Posted By EggRoll
Good suggestion, thanks for the idea. Also agree...

Good suggestion, thanks for the idea. Also agree a dab of silicone after the new split base is installed before the cap snaps on will insure it stays watertight.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-26-2020, 12:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,981
Posted By EggRoll
Agree with other posts that you should go to a...

Agree with other posts that you should go to a boat repair shop that works on fiberglass and get a quote, the damage looks very repairable. Sounds like your mom's neighbor is willing to make the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-04-2020, 02:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,631
Posted By EggRoll
Agree. Since I am on the West Coast should work...

Agree. Since I am on the West Coast should work for most of my camping needs. Here's a map of where evaporative coolers may be helpful.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-04-2020, 01:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,631
Posted By EggRoll
I'm considering trying the MightyKool K2...

I'm considering trying the MightyKool K2 evaporative cooler which runs off 12 volt power for boondocking and costs around $280. This unit will not cool down the entire trailer but when placed near...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-27-2020, 10:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,254
Posted By EggRoll
We use the Tekonsha Prodigy RF wireless brake...

We use the Tekonsha Prodigy RF wireless brake controller for the last several years and it has worked flawlessly on our Toyota 4Runner and Honda Ridgeline. The unit that plugs into 12v power and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-26-2020, 09:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,210
Posted By EggRoll
What I learned is the knuckles need to be rotated...

What I learned is the knuckles need to be rotated before unfurling the awning. Since we purchased our Casita used the knuckles were already compromised and didn't take much force to completely...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-01-2020, 12:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,102
Posted By EggRoll
Very Reliable

We are the second owners of a '07 Casita 17' Liberty Deluxe and have owned it for 4+ years and camped about 80+ days and towed it roughly 12k miles. None of the systems have failed us. We have...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-29-2019, 11:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,839
Posted By EggRoll
I have used the Tekonsha Prodigy RF brake...

I have used the Tekonsha Prodigy RF brake controller for the last 4 years and it has worked flawlessly. Previously used it in a '97 Toyota 4Runner that only had a flat-4 wiring harness. I had to run...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-22-2019, 10:46 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,745
Posted By EggRoll
We previously towed our 17' Casita SD with a '97...

We previously towed our 17' Casita SD with a '97 4Runner V6 4WD 5-speed manual that I owned since new. I installed Airlift air shocks to help with the squat that was inherit with that generation way...
Forum: Money Matters 05-18-2019, 11:56 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 23,066
Posted By EggRoll
When I sold my car to an out-of-area buyer we had...

When I sold my car to an out-of-area buyer we had communicated a couple of times prior to meeting, both via email and on the phone and negotiated the price subject to inspection at a local mechanic. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-15-2019, 02:44 PM
Replies: 395
Views: 88,160
Posted By EggRoll
2017 Honda Ridgeline RTLT AWD 3.5 liter engine ...

2017 Honda Ridgeline RTLT AWD
3.5 liter engine
2007 Casita Spirit Deluxe
Tongue weight - approx. 365#
MPG - average (not towing) 20-22mpg
Towing w/2 kayaks on the roof and 2 bikes in the bed -...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-27-2019, 11:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,048
Posted By EggRoll
[QUOTE=Raspy;736575]I've only had one place ever...

[QUOTE=Raspy;736575]I've only had one place ever check and turn me down on an expired tank. And it looked perfect. "Re-certification" is kind of a joke and common sense. If it is severely rusted,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-29-2018, 02:54 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 22,231
Posted By EggRoll
Wondering if the Pilot with the 9-speed...

Wondering if the Pilot with the 9-speed transmission is constantly hunting for the right gear when towing? We tow our '17 Casita with a '17 Ridgeline AWD which has the 6-speed transmission. If towing...
Forum: General Chat 12-29-2018, 02:21 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 19,791
Posted By EggRoll
When the Nest was about to be released we got on...

When the Nest was about to be released we got on our local wait list for one, but when the price was announced, which was about $10K more than what we expected, we did not even preview one when...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-22-2018, 02:54 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,822
Posted By EggRoll
Ford has been missing the hot mid-size pick-up...

Ford has been missing the hot mid-size pick-up market, so the new Ranger will be a great addition. While our 2017 Honda Ridgeline has been a terrific tow vehicle and daily driver for my wife, we...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-03-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,167
Posted By EggRoll
Looks great! I went the conventional route and...

Looks great! I went the conventional route and bought one made by Camco, they have them at Walmart for under $8 and it was pretty easy to install.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-03-2018, 01:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,666
Posted By EggRoll
I see chains underneath and stabilizer bars on...

I see chains underneath and stabilizer bars on the rear but still looks precarious.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-29-2018, 01:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,292
Posted By EggRoll
Thanks for the detailed report Nolan. Good to...

Thanks for the detailed report Nolan. Good to hear your experience towing the Boler has been cautious yet positive.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-10-2018, 04:19 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,210
Posted By EggRoll
I believe one of the inherit problems with the...

I believe one of the inherit problems with the Airlift airbags when used in conjunction with coil springs are the bags rubbing against the springs when inflated. The airbag that ruptured on my...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-10-2018, 02:40 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,210
Posted By EggRoll
I like the suggestion of ShelbyM, that would be a...

I like the suggestion of ShelbyM, that would be a good place to start regarding the airbags.

I had Airlift airbags on my '97 4Runner and they did a good job of taking out the squat when towing our...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-04-2018, 12:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,126
Posted By EggRoll
Looks like a terrific trailer, and well equipped....

Looks like a terrific trailer, and well equipped. Would you know if there is a VAT tax to bring into the US?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-16-2018, 01:00 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,623
Posted By EggRoll
We have a Gen 2 AWD Ridgeline that replaced our...

We have a Gen 2 AWD Ridgeline that replaced our Gen 3 4Runner as our tow vehicle for our 17' SD. When we were replacing the 4Runner we looked at the Dodge Ram 1500 (both 5.7 Hemi and EcoDiesel) and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-16-2018, 12:42 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,623
Posted By EggRoll
We have a 2017 RTL-T AWD and to our 17' SD using...

We have a 2017 RTL-T AWD and to our 17' SD using carrying two kayaks on the roof, my mountain bike, Honda EU2000 generator in the trunk plus our other camping gear in the bed (probably 500 pounds,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-15-2018, 12:32 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,623
Posted By EggRoll
Trainman - when we were doing our research before...

Trainman - when we were doing our research before buying our Ridgeline RTLT-AWD I watched many videos to see what the truck was capable of towing. The Ridgeline in the TFL Truck video was borrowed...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-11-2018, 01:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,018
Posted By EggRoll
Before we got our 17' Casita SD we went to a few...

Before we got our 17' Casita SD we went to a few RV shows but Casita are never at the them choosing to use owners to show their Casitas to prospective buyers. There is a Fiberglass Rally that takes...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-02-2018, 11:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,210
Posted By EggRoll
That's a very clean look with just the Keder rail...

That's a very clean look with just the Keder rail on there. Do you miss having a portion of the awning overhanging the door?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-02-2018, 11:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,210
Posted By EggRoll
So I was able to get the awning off fairly...

So I was able to get the awning off fairly easily. As mentioned I unfurled the awning slightly to expose the three nylocks, the one above the door was the most difficult as the bolt would spin as I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-02-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,387
Posted By EggRoll
Funny title! My girlfriend and I got into a...

Funny title! My girlfriend and I got into a tussel putting the Calmark cover back on our Casita recently. Fortunately we are still together, but it was touch and go for a few moments.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-02-2018, 12:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,210
Posted By EggRoll
Greg - did you just put sealant over and in the...

Greg - did you just put sealant over and in the holes from the brackets attached to the Fiamma awning or do something more extensive?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-01-2018, 04:34 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,210
Posted By EggRoll
We have a 2013 Outback Limited with the 2.5...

We have a 2013 Outback Limited with the 2.5 engine and would not have thought it could pull the 16' Scamp, mostly due to exceeding the tongue weight and getting very close to the maximum weight...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-01-2018, 04:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,210
Posted By EggRoll
We are also looking into the Keder rail system if...

We are also looking into the Keder rail system if unable to repair the Fiamma awning for a reasonable price. Did you attach the rail section directly to the fiberglass?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2018, 10:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,210
Posted By EggRoll
Sorry to hear about your awning being removed...

Sorry to hear about your awning being removed without your consent, Steve. Really appreciate your experience on the Fiamma awning removal and will attempt it this weekend.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-27-2018, 01:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,919
Posted By EggRoll
Nice, clean install of the battery switch and the...

Nice, clean install of the battery switch and the storage tubes.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-27-2018, 01:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,210
Posted By EggRoll
Removing Fiamma F45i Awning from Casita

Wondering if anyone has removed their Fiamma awning from their Casita 17. I need to remove the awning to repair the support arms. It appears there are three brackets affixed to the roof and then...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-20-2018, 10:46 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,146
Posted By EggRoll
Trips like the one you just endured will have...

Trips like the one you just endured will have memories that last a lifetime. Our travels have always been about exploring and staying spontaneous. While we have to book many months in advance while...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-13-2018, 01:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,816
Posted By EggRoll
Our 2017 Ridgeline AWD does a great job of towing...

Our 2017 Ridgeline AWD does a great job of towing the Casita. On our last trip a few weeks ago, which included lots of hilly terrain, we kept the tow speed down to 55-60mph and averaged 18.4mpg on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-09-2018, 10:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,651
Posted By EggRoll
Yes, that's what I thought, my apologies I just...

Yes, that's what I thought, my apologies I just realized this thread was for the leg knuckle. I'm sure the cost of replacing both support arms will be close to the price of a complete new awning:) ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-09-2018, 09:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,651
Posted By EggRoll
John - I have studied the schematic previously...

John - I have studied the schematic previously and while the "054" and "055" seem like the appropriate part they don't appear the same as in my photo. Are these the parts located at the end of the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-09-2018, 08:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,816
Posted By EggRoll
When we purchased our Casita SD 17' used from a...

When we purchased our Casita SD 17' used from a private party he had installed the Andersen WDH behind the propane tanks and extended the chains. We have had our Casita for about 3 years and towed...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-09-2018, 03:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,651
Posted By EggRoll
Did you find a solution for your broken knuckles....

Did you find a solution for your broken knuckles. Not sure if you are referring to the same part but both of the knuckles on our Fiamma F45i, made of aluminum, cracked and we have been unable to use...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-23-2018, 06:14 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,376
Posted By EggRoll
Buy and return if it doesn't work out

I saw the generator at Costco a few weeks back and caught my eye with the Yamaha engine. With Costco's great return policy I would not hesitate purchase this one and try it out with your air...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-09-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,081
Posted By EggRoll
We tow our Casita 17' SD with our '17 Ridgeline...

We tow our Casita 17' SD with our '17 Ridgeline RTL-T AWD and it has been a terrific tow vehicle. We have towed about 4k miles with it over some pretty steep and treacherous roads and did great with...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-03-2017, 06:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 801
Posted By EggRoll
Thanks Jon, we hope to make it out your direction...

Thanks Jon, we hope to make it out your direction this Spring after we attend my niece's college graduation in Ogden, UT then headed South through some of the National Parks in Utah and then the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-03-2017, 05:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 801
Posted By EggRoll
Hello Everyone!

New member here, we are Perry & Debbie. We live in San Jose, CA and have owned our '07 Casita 17' SD for a little over a year. I recall looking at this site along with several others when we were...
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