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Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-05-2022, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,911
Posted By HippoHunter
New suspension, new wheels, new tires, sanded and...

New suspension, new wheels, new tires, sanded and primed/painted
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Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-19-2021, 06:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,911
Posted By HippoHunter
Wow, didnt realize how quickly a few weeks could...

Wow, didnt realize how quickly a few weeks could turn into a few years! (just graduated college, now time/money to spend on my Amerigo)
This is today 10/19/2021. Got the frame off and ready for...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-21-2020, 09:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,911
Posted By HippoHunter
The design of the roof isintegral to the...

The design of the roof isintegral to the structure. Do not take apart if you dont know what you are doing. (read some threads on mistakes, things I wish I knew before...)
They are a nice camper....
Forum: General Chat 11-30-2019, 11:57 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,757
Posted By HippoHunter
I have one year left of colidge. Then I will...

I have one year left of colidge. Then I will probably buy a Tesla Truck if they are out.
I think it is ugly, but I think so many other cars look exactly the same.
I want a vehicle that can tow once...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-27-2019, 08:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
At night132406

At night132406
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-27-2019, 08:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Long way to go, but at least I was able to joins...

Long way to go, but at least I was able to joins my friends on a camping trip!
40% and I had heat, lights and some comfort.
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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-13-2019, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,840
Posted By HippoHunter
I have to make it up my "driveway" to get to my...

I have to make it up my "driveway" to get to my ponds. The driveway tends to wash out some or rut. I have always been able to make it up there in an Argosy or Starcraft tent camper.

Just a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-13-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,840
Posted By HippoHunter
I bought it and drove it home (mostly flat) a...

I bought it and drove it home (mostly flat) a while ago. Just about jarred my fillings out in my TV.
Budget has been up n down.
I have been looking at the Timbren Axle less for years. But I am...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-13-2019, 07:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,840
Posted By HippoHunter
What am I looking at (suspension questions)

I crawled under my '72 trailer to look at the axle.
I was expecting to see leaf springs.
I was surprised to see brake wires.

Can I add leaf springs?
Can I do anything to improve clearance?
...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-10-2019, 12:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Dont be Jelly

I got it working!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-09-2019, 07:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,715
Posted By HippoHunter
Awesome, I hate trying to figure out laws that...

Awesome, I hate trying to figure out laws that vary like that.
Thank you for the response.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-09-2019, 06:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,715
Posted By HippoHunter
This looks awesome. Are there any legal...

This looks awesome. Are there any legal implications?
I know the laws in some states limit the height of brake lights.
Ie Colorado
Every trailer shall be equipped with at least 1 tail lamp mounted...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-07-2019, 09:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Tested with TV

Finally got to test the lights at night. Now the weather is about to cool down, so I hope to get more done inside.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-03-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Pretty lights part 2

I have the rear clearance lights wired up, the right/left turn signals and brakes and the license plate light.
Now to tear apart the front's paneling to do the Ambers.
If the temp drops below 90, I...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-25-2019, 03:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Lights on during the day.

Lights on during the day.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-25-2019, 03:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Pretty lights

New lights have been added. Almost legal for the road again!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-20-2019, 05:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Looks like some work will be needed

Behind the paneling, the wood around the lower part of windows was rotted away.
Looks like a good time to start replacing.
I sealed the edge of the windows this Spring, so no new damage. I am...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-20-2019, 03:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Today's update

I have been rebuilding the 12vDC system at home.
I made my own distribution panel with relays, switches and fuses.
While it looks messy now, it should be much cleaner when installed.
I am using...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-07-2019, 06:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Slow, but progress

Been recovering from school and some health issues.
Managed to get the power jack to work after fixing the grounding issue. New 7 wire trailer connector added as well. I don't last long in the 100...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-07-2018, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,760
Posted By HippoHunter
Amerigo FG16

I just started restoring my 1972 Amerigo. Was debating between piecework and full frame restoration. The debate still continues...
I had to replace the coupler in order to tow it and the jack has...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-30-2018, 11:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,726
Posted By HippoHunter
new Axle

What are you thinking for a new axle?
I have been looking at independent suspension vs torsion vs straight
I kinda ruled out spring because I do not like the ride on past trailers.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-19-2018, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,515
Posted By HippoHunter
Thank you

We found a serial # that was on the A frame (under years of paint)
it has a 6 digit code FG1xxxx
not a VIN though
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-17-2018, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,515
Posted By HippoHunter
Amerigo FG16

Where exactly, I mean to the inch, where do I find the VIN on an Amerigo FG16?
Pictures would be helpful.
Found one I would like to restore, but cannot find the VIN, only RVI number (called them...
Forum: Classified Archives 03-27-2018, 01:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,879
Posted By HippoHunter
If sold, is there a way to have admin move it?

Or edit the title at least?
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