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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-13-2024, 01:46 PM
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ZEP polish and adhesives?
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858
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Forward Look
Thanks, Rory, I appreciate the warning. Yes, I...
Thanks, Rory, I appreciate the warning. Yes, I saw a mention of heat discoloration by flexible panels with no air gap. I looked at both rigid and flexible panels, but ultimately chose a CIGS panel...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-08-2024, 03:44 PM
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ZEP polish and adhesives?
Views:
858
Posted By
Forward Look
Well, I had that question as well. There is...
Well, I had that question as well. There is going to be some 'give' in the adhesive, but not much. To see how it would fit, I cut out a piece of scrap linoleum the same size as the panel and tried...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-08-2024, 03:10 PM
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ZEP polish and adhesives?
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858
Posted By
Forward Look
Thanks, Perry. Will do. They have an astounding...
Thanks, Perry. Will do. They have an astounding 25 year warranty. I can't imagine how anything black and plastic that lays flat in the sun outdoors could last that long, but we'll see how it all...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-08-2024, 12:40 PM
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10
ZEP polish and adhesives?
Views:
858
Posted By
Forward Look
Thanks to both of you for your responses! I see...
Thanks to both of you for your responses! I see I didn't mention it was a "CIGS" flexible solar panel. It comes from the factory with large adhesive strips covering about 60% of the surface. It's...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-07-2024, 02:43 PM
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ZEP polish and adhesives?
Views:
858
Posted By
Forward Look
ZEP polish and adhesives?
We have a Scamp camper and we've used ZEP successfully. Ours has been on since 2021 and still looks great. We've been very pleased with it, as our gelcoat was absolute chalky toast.
We're planning...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
03-02-2024, 04:33 PM
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4
Controller mounting and wiring questions
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940
Posted By
Forward Look
I settled on a Renogy 150w CIGS solar panel for a...
I settled on a Renogy 150w CIGS solar panel for a few reasons:
1) The size (65"x25") fits well on the top of our Scamp.
2) It is amazingly flexible, light, and resistant to damage, with a 25 year...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
02-23-2024, 03:29 PM
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4
Controller mounting and wiring questions
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940
Posted By
Forward Look
Controller mounting and wiring questions
Hi, All. We have plans to add 100-200 watts of solar to the roof of our 1986 Scamp 16'. We currently have a never-installed 100w ETFE flexible panel, though we have also been considering a 200w CIGS...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
01-30-2024, 03:29 PM
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3
Easy DIY Door Lock Mods for Scamp, Boler, Casita, and other small trailers.
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1,635
Posted By
Forward Look
Easy DIY Door Lock Mods for Scamp, Boler, Casita, and other small trailers.
Hi, All. I forgot to post this video we made on modifying or replacing the older-style door latches to be able to lock the door from the inside. We also have a video on replacing the stabilizers...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
07-18-2022, 01:18 PM
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ON |
Ontario Bolerama?
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2,849
Posted By
Forward Look
What brand of awning is that? Looks great!
What brand of awning is that? Looks great!
Forum:
General Chat
06-15-2022, 09:54 PM
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Looking for that chrome trim for tables…
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1,289
Posted By
Forward Look
It's aluminum T-molding. There are a bunch of...
It's aluminum T-molding. There are a bunch of different places that still carry it. Here's an example:
https://eagle-aluminum.com/retro-trim-nostalgic-50s/
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
11-24-2021, 10:04 AM
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13
Kudos for the Scamp factory
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2,837
Posted By
Forward Look
They have always been awesome to work with, each...
They have always been awesome to work with, each time I have ordered parts from them.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-16-2021, 09:15 AM
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I replaced the interior skin
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927
Posted By
Forward Look
Sounds great! Can’t wait to see your pics!
Sounds great! Can’t wait to see your pics!
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-28-2021, 10:15 AM
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Best caulking type/brand for ensolite seams?
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1,198
Posted By
Forward Look
Best caulking type/brand for ensolite seams?
Hi All,
We are starting down the home stretch on our 1986 Scamp 16 restoration, and are at the point where we are about to caulk the ensolite ("elephant skin") seams.
I've read a bit of...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-24-2020, 09:43 AM
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4
Installing new threshold seal?
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888
Posted By
Forward Look
Glad it worked for you. Any chance you could...
Glad it worked for you. Any chance you could upload a picture or two? Thanks!
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
07-23-2020, 10:50 AM
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4
Installing new threshold seal?
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888
Posted By
Forward Look
I also have this bracket on our 16' 1986 Scamp. ...
I also have this bracket on our 16' 1986 Scamp. It did not have the threshold seal installed, so I am also interested in this answer!
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-07-2018, 07:54 AM
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6
2003 Scamp 13' on eBay
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1,494
Posted By
Forward Look
Should be very light though -- I wonder if it was...
Should be very light though -- I wonder if it was ordered with weight as the primary consideration? Looks like it could work well for someone with a new Forester on tow vehicle with low towing...
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-06-2018, 10:49 PM
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6
2003 Scamp 13' on eBay
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1,494
Posted By
Forward Look
2003 Scamp 13' on eBay
2003 Scamp 13' on eBay.
Not mine, just passing along. Looks to be in nice shape. No bathroom, but includes porta potty.
https://ebay.to/2FjvgDD
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
02-28-2018, 05:10 PM
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1977 Boler in Saratoga, NY on eBay.
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1,137
Posted By
Forward Look
1977 Boler in Saratoga, NY on eBay.
1977 Boler in Saratoga, NY on eBay -- https://ebay.to/2F9QRBM
(Not mine, just passing along the info)
These pics were when I just obtained in in Sept. 2016....It now is fully reupholstered, new...
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
02-28-2018, 05:08 PM
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0
1991 Burro in Corolla, NC on eBay
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1,178
Posted By
Forward Look
1991 Burro in Corolla, NC on eBay
1991 Burro in Corolla, NC on eBay -- https://ebay.to/2HUPlli
(Not mine, just passing along the info)
1991 burro. Recently had new wheels, tires, bearings, all exterior lights, and complete new...
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
02-26-2018, 02:18 PM
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2
1983 16' Scamp on Pittsburgh Craigslist
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1,396
Posted By
Forward Look
Yup -- it sure seems to be the same. ...
Yup -- it sure seems to be the same.
Moderators -- please delete this thread as a duplicate.
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
02-26-2018, 01:48 PM
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2
1983 16' Scamp on Pittsburgh Craigslist
Views:
1,396
Posted By
Forward Look
1983 16' Scamp on Pittsburgh Craigslist
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/tro/6510956896.html
Not mine -- just passing along!
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
02-22-2018, 10:24 AM
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1
2015 Scamp 13 on eBay
Views:
1,526
Posted By
Forward Look
2015 Scamp 13 on eBay
2015 Scamp 13' on eBay.
Front bunk model in Missouri. Not mine, just passin' along...
https://ebay.to/2CzWH9X
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
02-21-2018, 10:24 AM
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1
1987 Burro in Texas on eBay
Views:
1,153
Posted By
Forward Look
1987 Burro in Texas on eBay
Not mine, just passing along!
https://ebay.to/2Hz0R5K
Forum:
Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
02-21-2018, 10:19 AM
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0
GA & KY: Two '85 '13 Scamps currently on Ebay
Views:
1,187
Posted By
Forward Look
GA & KY: Two '85 '13 Scamps currently on Ebay
One is in Georgia: https://ebay.to/2oeMcF0
and the other in Kentucky: https://ebay.to/2HwFu59
Not mine, just passing along!
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
01-27-2018, 07:42 PM
Replies:
28
Solar for a new Scamp 16
Views:
10,065
Posted By
Forward Look
We are planning on mounting a 100W flexible panel...
We are planning on mounting a 100W flexible panel to the roof with VHB (underneath the panel) and Eternabond tape (over the edges).
Between the two, I imagine it will be pretty secure. Has anyone...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
01-22-2018, 04:05 PM
Replies:
13
Replacement refrigerator suggestions?
Views:
4,375
Posted By
Forward Look
Well, I scraped up a deal on eBay for a new...
Well, I scraped up a deal on eBay for a new Norcold NR751BB and ordered that. This newer version has a Danfoss BD35 compressor. Hopefully it will work out well for us. I am presently thinking we...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
01-19-2018, 10:21 PM
Replies:
13
Replacement refrigerator suggestions?
Views:
4,375
Posted By
Forward Look
Hi Floyd, What brand of fridge with the...
Hi Floyd,
What brand of fridge with the Danfoss compressor did you find in the $500 range? Most of what I have found have been twice that.
Thanks to all for the suggestions!
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
01-19-2018, 01:03 PM
Replies:
13
Replacement refrigerator suggestions?
Views:
4,375
Posted By
Forward Look
Replacement refrigerator suggestions?
Hi All,
Our 1986 Scamp 16 originally came equipped with an ice box only, with no venting for a propane refrigerator unit.
When we purchased our Scamp, the ice box had been removed by the...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
12-31-2017, 04:43 PM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
Just for historical purposes, I thought I'd note...
Just for historical purposes, I thought I'd note I was able to find the VIN under several layers of paint. 11th digit was a [G], which put it as an '86. There was also an [11-86] stamped above the...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
12-29-2017, 02:51 PM
Replies:
34
Brake Controller Wiring
Views:
4,755
Posted By
Forward Look
Try this one: how to wire a trailer brake...
Try this one:
how to wire a trailer brake controler ? - Subaru Forester Owners Forum (https://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/f137/how-wire-trailer-brake-controler-433666/#post4784305)
Forum:
Hi, I am....
09-19-2017, 11:45 AM
Replies:
4
Newbie in Pennsylvania
Views:
949
Posted By
Forward Look
Congrats! Where in PA are you located?
Congrats!
Where in PA are you located?
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-12-2017, 08:28 PM
Replies:
3
Refrigerator Upgrade?
Views:
1,348
Posted By
Forward Look
I've been looking at the same thing myself. I'd...
I've been looking at the same thing myself. I'd love to know what you find out.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-08-2017, 02:19 PM
Replies:
7
Wheel offset - would .5" positive offset work on 16' Scamp?
Views:
1,551
Posted By
Forward Look
I had seriously considered that. I was worried...
I had seriously considered that. I was worried about adding any extra height though, so stayed with the 13's.
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-08-2017, 09:22 AM
Replies:
7
Wheel offset - would .5" positive offset work on 16' Scamp?
Views:
1,551
Posted By
Forward Look
Great point! Yes -- I just checked. There is...
Great point! Yes -- I just checked. There is about 2" of clearance there, so all is good. Thanks!
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-07-2017, 05:50 PM
Replies:
7
Wheel offset - would .5" positive offset work on 16' Scamp?
Views:
1,551
Posted By
Forward Look
Thanks for the quick responses! We ordered...
Thanks for the quick responses!
We ordered Maxxis ST175/80R13 tires so the width should be very similar. I looked when I got home from work tonight. There's plenty of room for the wheels/tires...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-07-2017, 11:09 AM
Replies:
7
Wheel offset - would .5" positive offset work on 16' Scamp?
Views:
1,551
Posted By
Forward Look
Wheel offset - would .5" positive offset work on 16' Scamp?
Hi All,
We have ordered a new axle for our 1986ish 16' Scamp. The new axle requires 5-bolt wheels. We'd like to order the 13" x 4 1/2", 5 on 4.5 "Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel" in order to...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-31-2017, 10:16 AM
Replies:
7
Hi from Brad in Pittsburgh...
Views:
1,187
Posted By
Forward Look
If you want to see our 16' Scamp layout 3...
If you want to see our 16' Scamp layout 3 sometime, let us know. I know there is a 13' front bath Scamp being stored in Zelienople, but I haven't met the owner yet, though I assume she is somewhere...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-31-2017, 07:45 AM
Replies:
23
Scamp bunk mount dimensions & window ?
Views:
7,388
Posted By
Forward Look
Thanks to all who have added to this thread--...
Thanks to all who have added to this thread-- it's a great resource as I tackle the same project.
I'm hesitant to use any kind of plywood, OSB, waferboard etc. for this small but structurally...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-30-2017, 10:30 AM
Replies:
7
Hi from Brad in Pittsburgh...
Views:
1,187
Posted By
Forward Look
Brad, where in Pittsburgh are you located? We...
Brad, where in Pittsburgh are you located? We live in Cranberry.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-30-2017, 08:46 AM
Replies:
1
Tiny little 5000 BTU A/C
Views:
1,234
Posted By
Forward Look
Tiny little 5000 BTU A/C
Hi All,
I ran across this little A/C unit that will be available in the spring. It looks like it has a lot of potential as a temporary or permanently installed unit in our eggs.
...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-25-2017, 08:50 AM
Replies:
9
1982 Scamp Axle Replacement
Views:
1,742
Posted By
Forward Look
I hope this isn't a thread hijack -- but how do...
I hope this isn't a thread hijack -- but how do you know if the axle needs to be replaced? Is there a measurement or test of some sort? Thanks.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-24-2017, 09:05 PM
Replies:
1
New Scamp cushion covers in pre-2006 Scamp?
Views:
1,259
Posted By
Forward Look
New Scamp cushion covers in pre-2006 Scamp?
Hi All,
I have been searching but couldn't find an answer. Will the new cushion cover sets (front dinette and rear bunks) offered by Scamp fit in earlier, pre-2006 Scamps?
We are planning to...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-24-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
I found this link here...
I found this link here (https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f55/scamp-elephant-hide-27246.html#post66562) that points to 1987 as the switchover:
So that puts it between 84ish to 87ish.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-24-2017, 08:09 AM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
The title says 1997, but I believe it is earlier....
The title says 1997, but I believe it is earlier. The walls are elephant hide, round taillights, 4-bolt wheels, brown and beige plaid tweed upholstery under the slipcovers, an older looking stove...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-24-2017, 05:30 AM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
The trip home.
The trip home.
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-23-2017, 08:58 PM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
... and she's home! Towed like a dream. Can't...
... and she's home! Towed like a dream. Can't wait to start getting her ready for a new family's lifetime of adventures. =)
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-23-2017, 11:56 AM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
Thanks! I did a rough inspection of the...
Thanks! I did a rough inspection of the undercarriage, but will be checking it a bit more before towing tonight. Under the center furthest rear floor, there is a 12" x 6" section of fiberglass that...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-23-2017, 10:33 AM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
Hi All, Thanks again for all of the offers,...
Hi All,
Thanks again for all of the offers, help & advice!
While searching nationwide for potential candidates, an interesting one popped up at a very reasonable price only 15 miles away from...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-16-2017, 03:22 PM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
Thanks all for the welcome and suggestions. ...
Thanks all for the welcome and suggestions.
I have been investigating Subaru's low towing limits. The 200#/2400# often quoted are in the Subaru owner's manual that states specifically the...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-15-2017, 03:14 PM
Replies:
26
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Views:
2,760
Posted By
Forward Look
Does our perfect trailer exist?
Hi All,
Family of 3 from Pittsburgh, here!
We're hoping to find a 13' that has 2 separate beds (1 for parents and 1 for our 9yo son) but that also has a private potty (portable or otherwise) in...
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