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Forum: General Chat 08-30-2019, 05:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,443
Posted By 4suresure
Looks like a good trailer

Not an authority, just speaking from my own experience. Had a 1976 Trillium many years ago, paid $1900 and sold 3 years later for $2500.
Bought my 1975 for $5000cdn 3 years ago and have spent about...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-30-2019, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,305
Posted By 4suresure
repost of pics

Here are the pictures right side up.

1. Love this gravity furnace because it is soooo quiet and vintage.
2. Gone through 2 vintage gas valves that failed and finally a modern new valve and it now...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-29-2019, 03:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,305
Posted By 4suresure
Wind blows out pilot on furnace

This is my second Trillium with the same issue. Even a light breeze will blow out the furnace pilot light. I’ve had the furnace apart, cleaned the orifice and burners, replaced the gas valve with new...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-10-2019, 03:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,605
Posted By 4suresure
Found the pilot light tube and fittings in...

Found the pilot light tube and fittings in Josephburg Alberta, about 30 minutes from Edmonton. A place called Murphy's RV parts and service. New valve works great, $291 Cdn including shipping from...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-09-2019, 05:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,605
Posted By 4suresure
Well I have the new gas valve installed but the...

Well I have the new gas valve installed but the pilot light tube needs to be replaced. Surprisingly hard to find.

Alluminum pipe 1/4" OD, 5/32 ID
Pipe needs to be about 12" long.

I'll be...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2019, 05:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,338
Posted By 4suresure
Oh, good too know. Saved me a trip to the shop!...

Oh, good too know. Saved me a trip to the shop! Thanks.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-04-2019, 04:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,338
Posted By 4suresure
Don't know the brand, think they make these in...

Don't know the brand, think they make these in the shop. Took some pictures for you and looks like it may be bent. City Spring Edmonton Alberta.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-10-2019, 05:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,605
Posted By 4suresure
Ordered a new gas valve from RVshop.com in...

Ordered a new gas valve from RVshop.com in Arizona today. $165 US plus $29 US shipping to Alberta. Couldn't have found the part without that cross reference chart. Will have to adapt my 3/8' fittings...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-10-2019, 05:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,392
Posted By 4suresure
That's a good idea. I thought mine was too.

That's a good idea. I thought mine was too.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-10-2019, 05:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,335
Posted By 4suresure
Hi Agreco. This is how those stabilizers are...

Hi Agreco. This is how those stabilizers are screwed on. I angled them so the 2 screws on outer edges overlap the frame and bumper. They came with self tapping screws but I pre-drilled anyway. Steel...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-08-2019, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,081
Posted By 4suresure
Dometic 301097206 Portable Toilet......

Dometic 301097206 Portable Toilet... https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00194F0CE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

This one has been good. The one purchased from Canadian Tire was not.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2019, 11:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,512
Posted By 4suresure
Not sure if you want the factory look but this...

Not sure if you want the factory look but this what I did. Metal fab shop charged me about $20 for the checker plate cut to shape. Found these LED brake/tail/turn lights at Peavy Mart $50 pair....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2019, 11:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,392
Posted By 4suresure
Repairing water spout on plastic tank

My overflow spout cracked on my water tank and this is one way to fix it.

Get 2 washers with holes large enough to fit over the spout.
Hold the first washer with needle nose pliers and heat with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2019, 11:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,335
Posted By 4suresure
Sounds like the check ball is not seating. Mine...

Sounds like the check ball is not seating. Mine did that. Take the spout off and look for dirt inside. Clean it with CLR to remove any calcium and see if it's better. You also may have a leak in the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2019, 08:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,605
Posted By 4suresure
Thanks very much Dan. I sent that info to...

Thanks very much Dan. I sent that info to RVshop.com. Might be able to match it, fingers crossed
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-06-2019, 03:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,338
Posted By 4suresure
D'oh! Now I get it haha. The shop told me...

D'oh! Now I get it haha.

The shop told me new rules require a separate battery dedicated to the brakes. Seems excessive but that's how they do it.
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 06-06-2019, 02:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,306
Posted By 4suresure
Thanks Greg, I do all that and they display...

Thanks Greg,
I do all that and they display perfectly on my PC. The rotation seems to be random. Kijiji does the same thing but you can rotate them after uploading.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-06-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,338
Posted By 4suresure
The purpose of my post was to help someone that...

The purpose of my post was to help someone that might be looking for a place that can replace their axle.
I live in the prairies and pull with a Chevy 2500. Between the 2 propane tanks, battery and...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 06-06-2019, 11:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,306
Posted By 4suresure
Exclamation Why do some photos rotate?

I see this issue a lot so it isn't just me.
I take a few photos with my phone holding it in the same orientation, horizontal and home button on the left. View them on my PC and they look fine but...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-06-2019, 11:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,335
Posted By 4suresure
This is what I have. I like that it is...

This is what I have. I like that it is continuously adjustable, not steps. Bought it at a local RV shop. Not sure of the brand.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-06-2019, 11:14 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 814
Posted By 4suresure
Need help finding furnace model number

Does anyone know the model number of this furnace?
It is in a 75" Trillium, there is nothing written on it and the "furnace line" on the trailer sticker is blank.
I am trying to source a gas valve...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-05-2019, 06:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 894
Posted By 4suresure
I think this is caused by low air pressure...

I think this is caused by low air pressure because of air being pulled out through the rear or side windows. Not sure which but you'll be able to tell by the way the dust is distributed. Where the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-05-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,338
Posted By 4suresure
75 Trillium - new axle

My 44 year old axle suspension was getting very stiff. Actually beating the daylights out of the trailer so I went hunting for a place to replace the axle here in Edmonton. Found a place! City Spring...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-05-2019, 05:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,605
Posted By 4suresure
Does anyone know if it is possible to use a...

Does anyone know if it is possible to use a different gas valve other than the original.
Or how I can find out.
Any lead would be helpful.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-21-2019, 06:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,605
Posted By 4suresure
75 Trillium Duo Therm gas valve

Does anyone know where I might find a gas valve for my trailers Duo Therm furnace?

75' 1300 Trilium
ITT General controls RVA18AA02
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-30-2018, 07:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,506
Posted By 4suresure
This is my solution, replaced the tail lights.

This is my solution, replaced the tail lights.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-30-2018, 03:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,110
Posted By 4suresure
Setting up C channel awning by yourself

Came across this YouTube video by Don McIvor and thought it was a great idea.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McBT_6nw4RM

Went to Can Tire and for under $20 made my own version. Works perfect....
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 07-28-2018, 10:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,264
Posted By 4suresure
Menu

This is the Mrs. I like things that won’t go stale when not stored in fridge. Fruit, tomatoes, canned fish, beans. Oranges, apples, cukes. Meats like bacon that make a mess, I prepare at home then...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-24-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,479
Posted By 4suresure
75 Trillium furnace gas valve

Many thanks to David Tilston for the replacement furnace gas valve. Works great, fresh coat of high heat paint and good as new.

P.S. For some reason the valve pic always rotates. Even tried...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2018, 04:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,703
Posted By 4suresure
Cross member

That looks like a good idea. Cross pieces for the propane and batteries and that should be one solid frame! What’s in the tube?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-16-2018, 04:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,703
Posted By 4suresure
Gusset plate

This was done mine before I bought it. It’s called a gusset. The frame is welded and plates are welded on both sides of the frame.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-12-2018, 01:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 702
Posted By 4suresure
Copper latch

Thanks brendadave. I'll take a drive out there and have a look. Mine were originally brass but I painted them copper to match the light above the sink and stove.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-12-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,256
Posted By 4suresure
Tail light replacement 75' Trilium

Looked high n low but couldn't find replacements for my brake lights so I custom made these.
A local metal fab shop cut this 1/8" aluminum checker plate for me, $20 and I found these LED...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-11-2018, 03:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 702
Posted By 4suresure
Need a door catch 75 trili

Anyone have one of these kicking around or know where I might look? It's a cupboard door catch for my 75' Trilium 1300.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-11-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,479
Posted By 4suresure
75 Trilium furnace gas valve

The furnace has been working fine but recently the pilot light won't stay lit.
Changed the thermocouple and still no luck. The picture shows the gas valve with the thermocouple removed (top pic has...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-20-2017, 04:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,234
Posted By 4suresure
Belly band help 75 Trillium

Spent quite a bit of time searching with mixed results.

Can someone point me to a thread discussing the proper way to re-attach the belly band on the front of my 75 Trillium?

Thanks in advance.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-22-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,504
Posted By 4suresure
Charging the RV battery, overcharging tow vehicle

I've been told this is not a problem but I'm not so sure.

If an RV with a half discharged deep cycle battery is connected to the tow vehicle charging system the voltmeter on the dash reads fairly...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-14-2017, 12:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,506
Posted By 4suresure
I think that may be the way to go. If I can...

I think that may be the way to go. If I can figure out how to post a picture I will do so when I'm done.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-14-2017, 09:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,506
Posted By 4suresure
Looking for LED brake lights

Thanks Stefman, talked to Paul yesterday and he doesn't know where to get the lenses I need.
Now I'm trying to find LEDs that cover the same space.
13 3/16 x 3 5/8" up to 14 x 4"
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-13-2017, 01:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,875
Posted By 4suresure
Another product that works great is Flitz. Bought...

Another product that works great is Flitz. Bought a tube of it years ago and it's still good.
Very gentle abrasive and solvent of some sort. Leaves the aluminium like crome.

Flitz Polish | Car...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-13-2017, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,506
Posted By 4suresure
Brake lights for my 75 Trillium 1300

I'm guessing this is common problem but haven't found a thread that helps.

Just bought a 75 Trillium 1300 in really good shape. Replaced the marker lights with new LEDs.
The problem I'm having is...
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