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Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 11-20-2021, 02:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,816
Posted By skpcat
https://www.fiberglassclassifieds.com/1973-amerigo...

https://www.fiberglassclassifieds.com/1973-amerigo-fg16-2343

It’s a 16foot with a 13ft body.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 11-14-2021, 02:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,032
Posted By skpcat
1973 Amerigo FG16 - Vermont

1973 Amerigo FG16 Travel Trailer Camper

16 foot Fiberglass Camper

Completely gutted and updated electrical installed in 2018 with new converter and battery set up for 110 and 12v.
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Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-19-2018, 05:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,528
Posted By skpcat
It looks like a great trailer, just as a side...

It looks like a great trailer, just as a side note I am surprised that they didnt need to put a new floor in the camper. My husband and I gutted and rebuilt our FG16 and our floor was a mess. If...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-21-2018, 07:29 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 35,763
Posted By skpcat
I have the 5000 btu ClimateRight for our 16ft...

I have the 5000 btu ClimateRight for our 16ft Amerigo, it works great, have used it for 2 years. Originally we uses it just with the remote, but after the first season we decided to buy the indoor...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-15-2018, 01:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,112
Posted By skpcat
Yes typo sorry

Yes typo sorry
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-15-2018, 04:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,112
Posted By skpcat
If you look at the lens it has the name of the...

If you look at the lens it has the name of the brand, grate I think, I was able to find replacements for mine on Amazon
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-23-2018, 10:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By skpcat
That is what we did, we had the same window...

That is what we did, we had the same window missing on our camper and we removed the screen in the frame and put plexiglass in it. We used tinted plexiglass to match the rest of the camper windows.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-19-2018, 05:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By skpcat
Hi Steve, congrats on your purchase, My husband...

Hi Steve, congrats on your purchase, My husband and i bought our Amerigo this time last year and fixed it up last spring. We got it just enough done to get some camping last summer and we love ours!...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-13-2018, 08:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,811
Posted By skpcat
Congrats and good luck on the rebuild! My...

Congrats and good luck on the rebuild! My husband and I started our 1973 Amerigo rebuild last spring. We love it, its not completely done, but usable and we had some great trips with her last...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-13-2017, 07:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,889
Posted By skpcat
We have a 73 and it has the same Thetford Electra...

We have a 73 and it has the same Thetford Electra Magic toilet. We have not reinstalled it yet, we wanted to get camping last summer. Its our first project for next spring!
Forum: General Chat 11-02-2017, 09:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,162
Posted By skpcat
Great Deal! I have a 1973 my husband and I just...

Great Deal! I have a 1973 my husband and I just redid last summer, we love ours:)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2017, 04:45 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
That is fine, thank you!!!

That is fine, thank you!!!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-22-2017, 06:27 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Looks wonderful, great work! Any chance you are...

Looks wonderful, great work! Any chance you are still willing to sell me those windows?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2017, 03:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,485
Posted By skpcat
Yea it really is the only option, even after...

Yea it really is the only option, even after doing all that we are still chasing down small leaks, and probably always will be. I will keep you posted on what we use for trim. Right now I'm...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-05-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,485
Posted By skpcat
Hi Sharon, Im so sorry I missed this question...

Hi Sharon, Im so sorry I missed this question when you posted it before! We took out all of our windows and resealed with Butyl tape and then caulked them from the outside with Butyl based caulking....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-29-2017, 08:21 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Thanks it's a wonderful feeling knowing we did it...

Thanks it's a wonderful feeling knowing we did it all, there were times we weren't so sure we were going to get here:). Can't wait for our trip!!!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-29-2017, 08:17 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Looking great, love seeing the pictures!!!

Looking great, love seeing the pictures!!!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2017, 08:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
I didn't order enough fabric for the cushions so...

I didn't order enough fabric for the cushions so we had to improvise and put pillow cases over the unfinished ones so we can camp for July 4th:)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2017, 08:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Lots more progress, still alot more to do, but we...

Lots more progress, still alot more to do, but we are at a point where we can camp in it, woohoo!!!108006108007108008108009108010
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-28-2017, 07:46 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
No worries, I understand I am knee deep in our...

No worries, I understand I am knee deep in our reno too, its alot of work! I am in no hurry, just let me know when you do, I really appreciate it!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-13-2017, 08:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,822
Posted By skpcat
The Pd4045 doesn't include the bus bar anymore...

The Pd4045 doesn't include the bus bar anymore for the white wires, only the black. It was a complaint I saw in the reviews for it apparently it's a new thing, mine didn't not have a bus bar for the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-13-2017, 06:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,822
Posted By skpcat
I purchased a variety pack off Amazon that had a...

I purchased a variety pack off Amazon that had a bunch, it was under 10 buck and then for my main fuse I purchased a 5 pack of 40 amp fuses. They are the bigger standard auto fuses. 40 amp may not...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-13-2017, 04:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,822
Posted By skpcat
My stepfather helped us with the install in our...

My stepfather helped us with the install in our Amerigo and he was able to do all of the technical work and have it ready for us the install all of the plugs/lights/ect in about a day.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-13-2017, 04:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,822
Posted By skpcat
You will also need a bus bar that will hold the...

You will also need a bus bar that will hold the number of 12v circuits you will have, it does not come with the unit, just installed a PD 4135 in our 1973 amerigo. You will also need a main ac power...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-12-2017, 07:37 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Our door frame isn't straight so id think that...

Our door frame isn't straight so id think that would be difficult, I have seen pictures of some earlier models that didn't have the curved door. I would almost think it would be easier to make a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-12-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Wow, looks amazing, makes me feel like I have no...

Wow, looks amazing, makes me feel like I have no idea what I'm doing with ours:) Granted I'm an accountant by trade definitely not a carpenter!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-12-2017, 07:33 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Got a ton done this weekend, We are starting to...

Got a ton done this weekend, We are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Got all of the plumbing in and tested, almost all of the electrical is done, and all of the benches are framed...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-08-2017, 09:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,485
Posted By skpcat
The door handle is one of the few things we don't...

The door handle is one of the few things we don't have to replace in ours, but if you measure the openings you should be able to match that up with newer rv door handles like in the picture SteveV...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-03-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Sounds great, let me know what it will be with...

Sounds great, let me know what it will be with shipping, ill private message you my address.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-03-2017, 09:18 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
I'll take it, how much do you want for it? Also...

I'll take it, how much do you want for it? Also if you have any more of the plexiglass frames with out the screen frame, I'd be interested in them too.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-03-2017, 09:05 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Thank you, thank you, thank you! We made a...

Thank you, thank you, thank you! We made a window out of our screen frame but we can't open the window now would love to be able to open it:)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
I also I had asked if you'd be willing to sell me...

I also I had asked if you'd be willing to sell me the old window frames awhile back, you were, Im sure, very busy with your project and never sent me pictures of what you had, would you still be...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2017, 06:04 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Theres a 1971 Amerigo that was just posted here...

Theres a 1971 Amerigo that was just posted here for sale with a door, don't know if its close to you...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2017, 04:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Thanks, we have been stealing the old paneling...

Thanks, we have been stealing the old paneling from the places that were not ravaged by water to do the faces of the kitchen/fridge closets and putting up new board for the other walls that will be...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2017, 06:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-25-2017, 04:40 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Looking great!!!

Looking great!!!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-20-2017, 08:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Had a productive week, the Amerigo was cleaned,...

Had a productive week, the Amerigo was cleaned, new floor laid, cut the new pieces for the door frame and stained them, sanded and stained the wood work for the old cabintry. Also started working on...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-11-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Ok great, that is what we are doing, we have left...

Ok great, that is what we are doing, we have left a little lip to put the new wood under too, its great to have your experience, makes me feel like I'm going in the right direction, its very much...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-11-2017, 05:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Yes, the fiberglass that they put on the wood to...

Yes, the fiberglass that they put on the wood to like you said attempt to waterproof the wood, which didn't happen with mine either. Did you just cut it out? I have successfully got half of the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-10-2017, 07:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
You were lucky we have been fighting for 3 days...

You were lucky we have been fighting for 3 days trying to get our bolts off. Question, did you cut the floor where they fiberglassed it in? We were doing that and I accidentally poked a hole...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-10-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
We are using a camper cover right now, its kind...

We are using a camper cover right now, its kind of working, keeping it dry at least since we have the door off. Fighting with the carriage bolts right now, cant seem to get them off after applying a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-09-2017, 06:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
I know in the end it will be great, its been...

I know in the end it will be great, its been tough, the weather is not cooperating in Vermont right now, we had snow yesterday and this morning, and we are working on it in our driveway. Taking a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-09-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Thanks were qt the frustrated point right now,...

Thanks were qt the frustrated point right now, but I know once the floor is completely out we should start seeing the light at the end of the tunnel
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-08-2017, 06:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
We are hoping to to use some of the old wood...

We are hoping to to use some of the old wood panels but got new ones. We think we may use the old panels on the bottom of the benches but make the main walls all new boards. We are going to reuse...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-08-2017, 09:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Yea we are going to try to reuse as much as we...

Yea we are going to try to reuse as much as we can of the old striped panels though a lot of it got killed in the demo even with us trying to be careful:(
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-07-2017, 07:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Took the floor out this weekend105806105807

Took the floor out this weekend105806105807
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-07-2017, 07:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
Last week we removed all windows and reframed and...

Last week we removed all windows and reframed and resealed them and made a replacement window for a missing one. Also removed all interior and replaced all of the belly band and put new butyl tape...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-07-2017, 07:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,110
Posted By skpcat
1973 Amerigo Gut

Started work on our new to us 1973 Amerigo. Have completely gutted it after once thinking we would have a simple fix up. Here are before pics, will post more pictures as we go along!105800...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-27-2017, 12:20 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
Looks great!

Looks great!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-19-2017, 11:27 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 29,424
Posted By skpcat
If you have have the frame the plexiglass goes in...

If you have have the frame the plexiglass goes in I would really really love it as I am only missing one to keep my windows original, would still be willing to pay $100 plus shipping for it without...
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