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Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-22-2022, 02:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,741
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Landed Wed afternoon, site 32. Site 35 being...

Landed Wed afternoon, site 32. Site 35 being saved for a larger unit, has probably the best view. Beautiful campground.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 08-19-2022, 12:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,741
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Brenda, Change of numbers. Joy and the dogs will...

Brenda, Change of numbers. Joy and the dogs will not be making the trek to Gallagher Lake, it will just be me. She decided she likes shorter, closer-to-home trips, and gets concerned when the dogs...
Forum: General Chat 04-30-2022, 06:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,760
Posted By ThomasBalmer
On the road I put on my shame face and head for...

On the road I put on my shame face and head for Walmart. They're in every town, they are close to freeways, they always have parking to accommodate my trailer, and they have everything I need to buy....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-12-2021, 11:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 903
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Maxxfan Deluxe Shutting Down

My Maxxfan Deluxe started shutting down, closing the vent, and beeping for about 30 seconds. At first only occasionally, then immediately every time the fan was turned on. Finding a few threads in...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-28-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,856
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Registered in ADA site A-11.

Registered in ADA site A-11.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-26-2021, 09:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,625
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Home yesterday by 2:pm., downtown saw 7.6 inches...

Home yesterday by 2:pm., downtown saw 7.6 inches of rain while I was gone. Not bad. Had a wonderful time at Lake Casitas, and am looking forward to the gathering at Quartzsite.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-20-2021, 09:17 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,625
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Movin' On Up

I saw another cancellation, this time in B-4, so I freed up the B-24 ADA site I was in, and have moved again. See you all Thursday evening.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-18-2021, 04:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,625
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Found a cancellation on a trailer site, B-24, so...

Found a cancellation on a trailer site, B-24, so I switched from Angler. 1/2 mile closer to the action now, but farther from that big fishing hole.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-17-2021, 01:57 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,625
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Registered, Oct 21-25, Space A-8.

Registered, Oct 21-25, Space A-8.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-02-2021, 08:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,741
Posted By ThomasBalmer
We have three small dogs, and that was my concern...

We have three small dogs, and that was my concern also, but the registrar assured me that because 70 percent or so of travelers travel with pets, they are upgrading their rules. Just to get this out...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-28-2021, 01:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,741
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Wine Country Gathering

Joy and Tom Balmer
Site #35
Sep 21-27, 2022
Scamp 16
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-22-2020, 09:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,034
Posted By ThomasBalmer
9-22 AM, still don't find any word on the Quincy...

9-22 AM, still don't find any word on the Quincy rally. 17 miles of hwy 70 between Cresta and Belden go through 'advisory warning evacuation area', and 70 going out of Quincy to the east follows the...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 09-14-2020, 09:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,034
Posted By ThomasBalmer
2020 Nor Cal Roundup, Quincy CA

What happened to the Nor Cal Roundup at Quincy, CA, scheduled for Sep 24-28? The dates were posted at the 2019 event, and I made reservations for 2020, but have not seen any notice of it (on, or...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-08-2020, 10:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,151
Posted By ThomasBalmer
You can get Climate Right air conditioners...

You can get Climate Right air conditioners directly from Climate Right.


https://climateright.com/products/cr2500ach?variant=34672044671128
Forum: General Chat 06-17-2020, 03:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,424
Posted By ThomasBalmer
While initially saying their BikeWing-2 racks...

While initially saying their BikeWing-2 racks will work on towed RVs, Let'sGoAero is now stating on sales literature that the BikeWing-2 is approved only for powered RVs.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-17-2020, 02:44 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,398
Posted By ThomasBalmer
The Globaltrax ST175/80R13 (LR-D) that came on my...

The Globaltrax ST175/80R13 (LR-D) that came on my 2017 Scamp are rated to 81 MPH, according to the sales site I just accessed. They have 15,000 on them now and still look good.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-09-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,259
Posted By ThomasBalmer
I have a Resmed CPAP, and I chose not to use it...

I have a Resmed CPAP, and I chose not to use it in my camper. It runs on 24 volts, and the 12v adapter that plugs into the 12v outlet in the camper draws a lot of current (converting to 24v), and is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-30-2020, 06:06 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 17,556
Posted By ThomasBalmer
My fridge didn't cool well on gas, and I tried...

My fridge didn't cool well on gas, and I tried reversing the numbers. I was turning it to 7, thinking that was coldest, but it cooled more on 1 (and I haven't used it since the fall, so I may have it...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2020, 11:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,171
Posted By ThomasBalmer
<Where did you mount the 2nd camera on the...

<Where did you mount the 2nd camera on the trailer?>

<What sort of view do you have? How many degrees?>



I pop riveted the end of a 1" X 6" strip of aluminum to the under side of the belly...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2020, 01:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,171
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Check if your stereo system supports a front view...

Check if your stereo system supports a front view camera. Just hardwire it to the back of the trailer. When in reverse, I just tap the screen and the backup camera switches to to the rear trailer...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-25-2019, 03:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,477
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Great to see these again!

Kenneth,



I was so disappointed when these went missing from the Scamp site. As a newbee, I used them as my blueprint to make improvements. I have completed many of them, close to half.


...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-17-2019, 01:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 877
Posted By ThomasBalmer
I'm also in Santa Rosa, and right now the Scamp...

I'm also in Santa Rosa, and right now the Scamp 16 (2017, floor plan 4) is in Fairfield. Happy to bring it over to show it off.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-16-2019, 11:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,210
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Renogy is a good brand. I use that controller...

Renogy is a good brand. I use that controller with a 160 watt flexible panel on the roof of my Scamp 16 (no A/C). Works very well. I replaced a group 27 battery with Renogy golf cart batteries, and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-25-2019, 08:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,224
Posted By ThomasBalmer
I tow a Scamp 16 with a 2015 Tacoma 4cyl/5speed...

I tow a Scamp 16 with a 2015 Tacoma 4cyl/5speed manual. It has 159 HP and does fine.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-24-2019, 12:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,032
Posted By ThomasBalmer
I ran mine under the trailer in the wire tubes...

I ran mine under the trailer in the wire tubes from Harbor Freight. That's how they run them under the car chassis.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-25-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,439
Posted By ThomasBalmer
The flame on my Dometic 2193 is no larger, or not...

The flame on my Dometic 2193 is no larger, or not much larger, than a pilot light. I don't hear the gas, and, depending on the installation, can only be seen at night. I have to feel the hot pipe to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-18-2019, 11:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,638
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Raspy, My charge lines to the trailer are 10...

Raspy,

My charge lines to the trailer are 10 gauge, but the Tacoma 4cyl does not have enough reserve charge capacity to make me comfortable with a 10.5 amp draw. The voltages I referred to were...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-18-2019, 12:22 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,638
Posted By ThomasBalmer
I have the Dometic 1.9 Cu Ft 3-way, and I have...

I have the Dometic 1.9 Cu Ft 3-way, and I have found that when parked, I must be on shore power or propane. When towing, my 160w panel, the tow's alternator, and the 260Ah of trailer battery do it....
Forum: General Chat 06-18-2019, 06:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,424
Posted By ThomasBalmer
I received another response to my inquires about...

I received another response to my inquires about bike racks on towed vehicles. This from LetsGoAero, maker of the Bike Wing racks:


Hi Thomas,

Good afternoon.
While towable RV's can...
Forum: General Chat 06-17-2019, 11:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,424
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Yesterday I read that Hollywood Racks does not...

Yesterday I read that Hollywood Racks does not approve of any of their racks being used on a towed vehicle. I wrote and asked them why, and just this morning got this response (talk about timing!):
...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-11-2019, 09:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,559
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Am I the only one who read this headline as...

Am I the only one who read this headline as 'Rampant Road Rage'?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-07-2019, 07:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,296
Posted By ThomasBalmer
I'm saying that because the unit should be...

I'm saying that because the unit should be screwed to the floor, and without slack, when you remove screws from the distribution panel, it stays stuck to the wall. I left just enough, wish I had left...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-07-2019, 10:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,296
Posted By ThomasBalmer
The HW30C is a good unit, easy to replace parts...

The HW30C is a good unit, easy to replace parts when needed. I have installed the same in my Scamp 16, and my suggestion is to remember that you must have enough slack in the cable reach from the box...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-16-2019, 10:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,316
Posted By ThomasBalmer
On tow vehicles with separate stop and turn...

On tow vehicles with separate stop and turn signal lights, there may be an aftermarket device to combine the functions into one trailer light for your 4-wire trailer hook-up. These do not have high...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-07-2019, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,423
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Doug, I've got the heavier battery...

Doug,



I've got the heavier battery and an extra propane tank on the front for a bit more heft.
Won't sway if you carry cargo far enough forward in the trailer to maintain proper tongue...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-07-2019, 12:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,423
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Aaron, Mounting the 'Bents anywhere...

Aaron,



Mounting the 'Bents anywhere near the tongue may prevent you from opening the hatch on the escape. I think the best spot for carrying them would be on a rear receiver rack on the...
Forum: Money Matters 01-25-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,129
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Not sure what the complaint here is. It sounds...

Not sure what the complaint here is. It sounds like you are asking for one brand to have one rating. I cannot imagine that would be helpful, something akin to a Corvette getting the same rating as a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-17-2019, 01:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,256
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Tacoma 4cyl OK, 6 would be better

I have a 2015 Tacoma Base, access cab, 4 cyl with a 5 spd stick, and it is marginal towing my Scamp 16' standard in hills. It should do well with the 13'. With the 4 cyl you must have the stick. If...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-29-2018, 04:25 PM
Replies: 464
Views: 65,781
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Welcome back, Gill. You'll probably...

Welcome back, Gill.



You'll probably find what you're looking fore here. By the time I'm caught up reading everything, I'll feel like I've finished the internet.


Tom
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-27-2018, 01:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 897
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Hey, Dan, Tom in Fairfield. Glad to see a...

Hey, Dan,

Tom in Fairfield. Glad to see a neighbor on the board. I, too, am new here. A month away from picking up a new-to-me Scamp 16, I’m going blind trying to take all this in.

Lots of...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-18-2018, 01:05 AM
Replies: 464
Views: 65,781
Posted By ThomasBalmer
Hello From N. California. I am beginning a search...

Hello From N. California. I am beginning a search for a small travel trailer, preferably a fiberglass 'egg' type. Poking around here, I see that there is a wealth of knowledge, and people willing to...
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