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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-18-2021, 05:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,132
Posted By b_houf
It's been a while since i read that one. Its...

It's been a while since i read that one. Its gotten long! Thanks for the tips.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-17-2021, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,132
Posted By b_houf
Sorry, I'm a bit confused by the "final 1/8 of an...

Sorry, I'm a bit confused by the "final 1/8 of an inch" piece. Are you suggesting digging out about 1/8" and then just fill it with body filler? Thanks again for the responses.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-17-2021, 05:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,132
Posted By b_houf
Thanks John. Would you advise going about the...

Thanks John. Would you advise going about the gelcoat repair the same as I have already done? I have heard that just filling with regular body filler can lead to the cracks returning.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-17-2021, 12:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,132
Posted By b_houf
My corner has a lot of spider cracks

Hey everybody, i’m Trying to get my trillium prepped for painting. I have been filling in my belly band (a common fix), but have decided to deal with some of the spider cracks in the body. I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-16-2020, 11:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,324
Posted By b_houf
Did this ever get figured out?

Hi Chris, just wondering if you went ahead with your purchase or still trying to get it figured out. I'd like to replace mine as well.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-30-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,060
Posted By b_houf
I am pretty sure the extra wood was stock. On...

I am pretty sure the extra wood was stock. On mine, I have attached the piano hinge on the edge and I added wood framing around the whole window instead of just having a hunk of wood in one area. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-18-2019, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,888
Posted By b_houf
Yeah +1 for checking the grey sealant at the...

Yeah +1 for checking the grey sealant at the bottom outside corners of your windows. Definitely makes a difference for water infiltration.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-05-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,522
Posted By b_houf
That's great info John. Thanks so much for your...

That's great info John. Thanks so much for your responses!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-05-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,522
Posted By b_houf
I replaced the top seal. I didn't get to the...

I replaced the top seal. I didn't get to the others... maybe someday. Did you apply the brush on stuff right over top of the old grey stuff?
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-05-2019, 07:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,522
Posted By b_houf
Yeah, I was very thankful to have found the...

Yeah, I was very thankful to have found the thread. Did you ever have problems with leaking in that area John? Did you end up using the Parabond or something else?
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-04-2019, 05:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,522
Posted By b_houf
Well, as usual, it seems that everything that can...

Well, as usual, it seems that everything that can be discussed has, at some point, been discussed here on the forum. It just takes some looking. I found this thread that talks about what i am...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2019, 04:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,814
Posted By b_houf
What do people use to cover fiberglass edges?

Hi, just wondering if people have any suggestions for covering up the edges of fiberglass inside their trailers - ie. storage holes, cupboard areas, etc. Thanks!

P.S. I am really looking for...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-02-2019, 03:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,522
Posted By b_houf
What the heck is on the outside corners of my Jalousie Windows?

Ok, so I'm trying to figure out what is covering the corners of my windows. I pulled them out and then re-installed them with new butyl tape, but then they leaked. I pulled the back one out again...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-31-2019, 06:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
Ok, I’m convinced. I’ll try to fix it. So among...

Ok, I’m convinced. I’ll try to fix it. So among the fibreglass veterans, can anyone suggest steps for how to proceed? I’ve never fiberglassed anything before, but i’m willing to give it a try. Do...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-28-2019, 06:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
Fiberglass cut short on window opening

I don't know if this is the right place to post, but I figured since its about my work I would post in this thread and hope someone sees it. I feel weird creating new threads for all my problems.
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-24-2019, 10:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,068
Posted By b_houf
Thanks again everyone for your responses. I am...

Thanks again everyone for your responses. I am indeed talking about the wood that goes on the inside of the window behind the ensolite. I actually contacted the company that supplies their PVC...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-22-2019, 01:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,068
Posted By b_houf
PVC Trim for Trillium Window Replacement

Hi everybody. I am just about to put new replacement pieces for the backing behind my windows in my Trillium. I was pretty set on using the PVC trim, but recently read that it might not be the best...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-14-2019, 09:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
All very good advice, thanks David. I will try...

All very good advice, thanks David. I will try that when the weather gets a little more cooperative. I am always reminded in such instances about the unreasonable relief that I feel knowing that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-14-2019, 07:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
I’m just not going to Worry about it

Ok, so my kitchenette is wonky. I think I am at peace with that. There is a dip in the roof from front to back and a bit around the vent, but I saw a few threads where others had the same issue and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-12-2019, 09:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
Thanks Ed as well. I'll try to get better pics...

Thanks Ed as well. I'll try to get better pics on Monday for you. Your help and advice is greatly appreciated. I don't think the bottom cabinet has been removed, but I will have a better look and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-12-2019, 09:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
Thanks for all that Bill. Not sure if it is...

Thanks for all that Bill. Not sure if it is apparent or not, but I'm kind of freaking out about it - in a small freak-out way. My worst fear in all this was buying a lemon and I was glad to see...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-11-2019, 10:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
I'm not doing anything on it until monday, but in...

I'm not doing anything on it until monday, but in the meantime, this is a previous post from the PO. Not sure if its helpful or not. I don't find it helpful at this point, but you might.
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-11-2019, 06:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
Thanks John and Bill

Thanks a lot, I agree that the base is slanted, but I'm uncertain as to whether or not its something to worry about. I'll take the microwave off for sure though.
Bill - can you tell me what you...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-11-2019, 04:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
I hate microwaves

I had no plans to keep the microwave anyway. Doesn't really interest me to have one while camping. Do you think that would fix things?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-11-2019, 03:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,864
Posted By b_houf
Starting work on Trillium 1300

Hello everybody, I am new here and new to owning a fibreglass RV. I recently purchased a Trillium 1300 from a previous member here, Thinh. While he had done a lot of work on the trailer, I knew...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-07-2019, 07:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,218
Posted By b_houf
Belly band

Bill has your belly band already been patched? Your band looks different
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