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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-18-2022, 10:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,700
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Smile I make my own out of tubing or conduit. ...

I make my own out of tubing or conduit.


Buy 2 sizes at the hardware or box store. Get ones that slide inside each other. Usually 8 or sometimes 10 feet each, so consider how many you want. Get...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-08-2022, 12:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,120
Posted By Bob Durrstein
SAGGING ROOF? First things first

If roof is sagging, first restore the original structural support. When we got out 1982 Scamp 16, only one support was left for the roof - the closet across from the door. Had to determine the...
Forum: General Chat 01-19-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,689
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Cassette Here

We use a cassette originally because our 1982 Scamp 16 was somewhat gutted by the PO. Turned out the pump on the cassette quit working, so we used a squirt bottle to rinse the bowl. This actually...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 08-17-2021, 06:27 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,756
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Remember the large wind up keys to put on the...

Remember the large wind up keys to put on the back of your VW?
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 08-07-2021, 11:49 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,756
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Or you had a car with a tube based AM only radio!

Or you had a car with a tube based AM only radio!
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 08-06-2021, 02:41 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,756
Posted By Bob Durrstein
In the early days of Google, my grandkids...

In the early days of Google, my grandkids discovered that ig you searched (Googled) on my last name, it took you to a type of soil in the Dakotas. They reasoned that since dirt was named after me, I...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 08-05-2021, 11:21 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,756
Posted By Bob Durrstein
You QUIT reading the Obituaries - Because they...

You QUIT reading the Obituaries - Because they are about people younger than you!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-03-2021, 12:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 659
Posted By Bob Durrstein
IF you will always have shore power or a...

IF you will always have shore power or a generator, Install (as I did) a window AC Unit from any discount box store and get the 2 year warranty for a few bucks more. 5,000 o5 6,000 more than enough...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-11-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,180
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Shorten any tow chain to the proper length y...

Shorten any tow chain to the proper length y twisting it! As long as they allow turning, the shorter the better. If the trailer comes adrift from the hitch, the chains serve to hold the trailer in...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-11-2021, 12:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,559
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Your axle should have a groove in it for the tab...

Your axle should have a groove in it for the tab in a special washer available at any auto parts store (along with cotter pins) which is needed. The tab on the washer engages in the axle groove so...
Forum: General Chat 05-10-2021, 03:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,510
Posted By Bob Durrstein
About 2 or 3 times a year, people stop and ask. ...

About 2 or 3 times a year, people stop and ask. Some do not know what it is. Others have offered as much as $6,000. 1982 Scamp 16 project still in process.
Forum: General Chat 05-05-2021, 07:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,221
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Pull the wheel. Even a drum does not mean...

Pull the wheel. Even a drum does not mean FUNCTIONING electric brakes are present. Pull the drums - you'll want to clean and lubricate the bearings anyway. The magnetic brake actuators and wiring...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-10-2021, 04:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,551
Posted By Bob Durrstein
CCal the Etrailer.com folks for a wiring harness...

CCal the Etrailer.com folks for a wiring harness that you just clip into your existing harness. I have used them for several tow vehicles. Sure beats do it yourself wiring when I can just unclip...
Forum: General Chat 12-28-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,779
Posted By Bob Durrstein
I watched it as a first run movie in the theater!

I watched it as a first run movie in the theater!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-06-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 842
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Find someone with a similar model who may make...

Find someone with a similar model who may make templates for the missing supports. Then gradually lift the roof to the proper position and install supports.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-18-2020, 01:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,054
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Since we only camp in cold weather occasionally,...

Since we only camp in cold weather occasionally, we have a Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Propane Heater — 9,000 BTU. about $80 at many places. Also an 18,000 BUT model fore $30 more. Automatic carbon...
Forum: General Chat 10-11-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,009
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Quickest and least expensive is to obtain a...

Quickest and least expensive is to obtain a quality cassette toilet for under $100. It does require maintenance every few days, but may be carried in and emptied into a regular household toilet.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-25-2020, 10:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,498
Posted By Bob Durrstein
ROOF NEEDS SUPPORTS

Notice you have removed the roof supports in your reconstruction process. The roof *we have an 1982 16 and had to restore it with additional work after the precious owner took them out. Match the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-22-2020, 02:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,021
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Search for garden tractor or mower triler hitch...

Search for garden tractor or mower triler hitch mounts for an easier move. Even easier, I got a long large stove bolt ( the head will catch on the trailer hitch cup) and then used a strong eye bole...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-15-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,012
Posted By Bob Durrstein
The smaller the vehicle, the more you MUST have...

The smaller the vehicle, the more you MUST have elecgtric brakes!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-12-2020, 02:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 701
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Pkease post photos of the inside. My Scamp had...

Pkease post photos of the inside. My Scamp had the interior cabinetry and its supporting role removed. Yours may need some interior supports replaced. Fellow Burro owners may then be able to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-02-2020, 03:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 16,190
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-02-2020, 10:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 16,190
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Given the environment of the system, I chose...

Given the environment of the system, I chose heavy duty construction out door 23==12/3 extension cord wire to get the durability and flexibility. Easier to run and a tad bit safer in my view.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-25-2020, 01:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,417
Posted By Bob Durrstein
We have a 1092 Scamp 16 which was layout 4 on the...

We have a 1092 Scamp 16 which was layout 4 on the Scamp web site. Lots of restoration in process. Larger rear bed since we are both 6' and 'husky.' Do 3 easily with grandkid. 4 no problem if we...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-14-2020, 11:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,973
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Site area? Gorup discount? Actual dates and get...

Site area? Gorup discount? Actual dates and get togethers?
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 07-14-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,973
Posted By Bob Durrstein
More specifics please.

More specifics please.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-14-2020, 11:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,510
Posted By Bob Durrstein
For years to remove the back side seeal and...

For years to remove the back side seeal and bearing, I have just removed the front / outside bearing and then reinstalled the outside washer and nut or any washer that will fit through the race into...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-14-2020, 11:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,854
Posted By Bob Durrstein
No insulation added yet. Perhaps a roof shade...

No insulation added yet. Perhaps a roof shade later in hot sunny areas.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-13-2020, 12:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,280
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Google the year, make, and model 'towing...

Google the year, make, and model 'towing capaticy. of the vehicle under consideration.

If you are not mechanically and elictrically capable, have a proper hitch and wiriing installed. MUST have...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-13-2020, 09:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,854
Posted By Bob Durrstein
We are both 6 foot tall and not slender, but we...

We are both 6 foot tall and not slender, but we go in all weather with our 1982 16 foot Scamp. Custom larger bed for our needs, but the Great Pyrenees takes up a lot of floor at night when we use...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 07-12-2020, 10:48 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,756
Posted By Bob Durrstein
When you have TWO teenage Great Grandchildren!

When you have TWO teenage Great Grandchildren!
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 07-11-2020, 11:45 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,756
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Elderlyness

When yo see the toys you bought for your children in the antique store.
Forum: General Chat 06-21-2020, 11:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 676
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Over 40 years ago, I had a manual device I used...

Over 40 years ago, I had a manual device I used to trun arounf my 19 foot
Airstream. It had two large metal feet with pivots and a hitch ball aboutt a foot off the ground, You used a long tube /...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-18-2020, 06:29 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,403
Posted By Bob Durrstein
ALWAYS check the DOT date on your tires. They...

ALWAYS check the DOT date on your tires. They may look good to your eyes andbe old and dangerous due to age and inside deterioration. Just google DOT age code.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-18-2020, 06:27 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 18,419
Posted By Bob Durrstein
I keep a handy adapter such as ...

I keep a handy adapter such as https://www.etrailer.com/Wiring/Wesbar/707250.html. Rarely have to use it, but still handy.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-11-2020, 11:18 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,403
Posted By Bob Durrstein
ALWAYS check the DOT Tire code: How to find...

ALWAYS check the DOT Tire code:
How to find the DOT code?
The first two digits of the code represent the week of production during the year (from 1 to 52).
The second two digits represent the...
Forum: General Chat 06-06-2020, 07:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,196
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Some of the really old airstreams had the dor in...

Some of the really old airstreams had the dor in the front of a curved nose. Enter over the tongue.
Forum: General Chat 05-29-2020, 09:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,967
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Reduce space for clothing

On way is to use high quality large freezer or other storage bags. Put items inside and sit on them or otherwise compress them while closing the seal.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-27-2020, 03:11 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,289
Posted By Bob Durrstein
NOT a direct fit. Reuires careful cutting of the...

NOT a direct fit. Reuires careful cutting of the door and replacing the (in my 1982) trailer part of the latch. Not a difficult task. Just take your time and be careful. Had to modify anyway with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-27-2020, 09:14 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,289
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Scamp doors are well-known, even notorious for...

Scamp doors are well-known, even notorious for older ones, for the factory locks coming open and leaving you 'stuff' all over the road. DAMHIK. Save the trouble and get a new more secure lock with...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-23-2020, 09:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,614
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Scamp Rescue

We rescued a 1982 15 over a year ago and are in a working project. We use it for weekend to month or more trips as we restore andmodify it.

Pictures of it outside and in will help this group...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-22-2020, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 794
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Scamp / Camper cushions

a year and a half ago, we bought a 2918 Scamp 16 needing everything. Since we are both 6' and over 200 lbs, I made a queen width bed platform. We found a tri-fold 4 inch mattress that we trimmed...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-04-2019, 04:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,013
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Our 1982 still has the rusting chain with a...

Our 1982 still has the rusting chain with a cotter key to stick in the hole and lock the door.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 11-30-2019, 03:25 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 15,362
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Thank YOU.

Thank YOU.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 11-30-2019, 11:42 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 15,362
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Where?

City and state would be nice for us to see if it is within our drive,
Forum: General Chat 09-25-2019, 04:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,005
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Onlhy one direction from whoever is guiding me...

Onlhy one direction from whoever is guiding me when backing or in a tight spot. "STOP." Then I get out as see for myself to avoid the error in communication.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-14-2019, 11:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,406
Posted By Bob Durrstein
Just take the hub off and clean it since you...

Just take the hub off and clean it since you already likely need to pack the bearings. Take it to WalMart, Rural King, Tractor Supply, Northern Tool, etc and find a reasonably prices off the shelf...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-29-2019, 11:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,296
Posted By Bob Durrstein
we bought the common folding chair bed available...

we bought the common folding chair bed available in single and double bed size for reasonable prices. One was free. Then had the cover to redo so no additional fabric cost.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-16-2019, 01:36 PM
Replies: 395
Views: 88,290
Posted By Bob Durrstein
2002 Ram 1500 Quad Cab towing 1982 Scamp 16

Towing my 1982 Scamp 16 with our 2002 Dodge RM 1500 Quad Cab 5.9 gas engine getting 11 - 13 on the highway. get 16 - 18 without trailer. Usually drive about 65 mph.
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