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Forum: Money Matters 09-03-2023, 07:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,265
Posted By Derswede
Paid a bit less than that for mine. It was...

Paid a bit less than that for mine. It was dirty, but solid. Like the above advice, check floors for rot,frame for damage. Mine had a busted hot water heater (they left water in it over winter)<...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-14-2023, 04:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,268
Posted By Derswede
Well, mine is a Scamp, and I mounted a post on...

Well, mine is a Scamp, and I mounted a post on the back bumper. Cheap multi band vertical clamps to it. For VHF/UHF, it is mostly rovering during the contests, so I have a 40' collapsible pole...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-10-2023, 12:37 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,799
Posted By Derswede
Well, I have an old 2011 Ranger. It pulls my 16'...

Well, I have an old 2011 Ranger. It pulls my 16' Scamp no problem. 2.1L engine and manual. It may not make it up the Rockies, but makes it around NC with no problems. Brakes handle it fine. ...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 05-24-2023, 05:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,637
Posted By Derswede
Scamp hamming

Been hamming from the Scamp for awhile..vertical HF antenna now, Kenwood. TS-480 hf rig inside. Need to set it up for rovering during the VHF contest, I have a Yaesu FT-0736 with 6/2/220/440. 43'...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-20-2023, 07:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,390
Posted By Derswede
Local Bigfoot Trailer in NC

Just saw a 17' 2006 Bigfoot for sale here in NC on Facebook, for $8000! Need a window and an awning.....but looks good.


In Granite Falls, NC, north of Charlotte and near the city of Hickory.
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-26-2023, 10:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,080
Posted By Derswede
Scamp Covers

I have had two covers. Both rotted quickly. Ended up with a silver large "Harbor Freight" tarp and a couple of ratchet straps. That has lasted for several years. The tarp was cheap, it covers the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 12-28-2022, 05:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,999
Posted By Derswede
Might want to check Harbor Freight if you are looking at Gensets

I have never carried my Genset camping. It was an old Briggs 5 HP genset, weighted a ton, and I hated using it/moving it when I needed a generator. But, I did want something I could handle if...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-16-2022, 05:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,125
Posted By Derswede
You were told correctly. A typical hose will...

You were told correctly. A typical hose will have a half gallon of fuel in it. However, many dispensers (pumps are rare, as they have motors/pumps in them to suck up the fuel) are "blender"...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-16-2022, 05:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,906
Posted By Derswede
Stay away from Classic Accessories covers!

My 2 or 3 year old CA cover just fell off my Scamp today. Totally sun rotted out. The $15 harbor Freight tarp is still doing fine. This is in NC, not FL. The front rotted out in a few months,...
Forum: General Chat 06-12-2022, 07:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 639
Posted By Derswede
Vacuums

Have been looking for a little vac for the Scamp. Wife has complained about each choice, mostly size. Was at Aldi’s the other day, they had a cheap rechargeable vac for $40 or so. Bought it, it...
Forum: General Chat 04-30-2022, 01:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,925
Posted By Derswede
Even has it's own song! El Macho by Mark...

Even has it's own song! El Macho by Mark Knopfler!


Derswede
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 09-16-2021, 06:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,811
Posted By Derswede
Who wants to build Scamps??

Was looking around on Facebook when I noted this ad:

...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-15-2021, 02:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,400
Posted By Derswede
Yup, FRONT bunks

OK, so clear I'm an idiot. Front bunks!!


Thought I'd post the link. Same site has an almost new Scamp for sale as well. Post is:

...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-14-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,472
Posted By Derswede
Scamp and Ham

Had a blast at Shelby this year. Two Casitas made the hamfest as well. I had probably 100 offers on the Scamp the first day! (Wanna sell your camper? "Sorry, you don't have enough money...!"). My...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-14-2021, 09:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,400
Posted By Derswede
Scamp rear bunks mod to eliminate posts

Was perusing Craigslist, just for fun and laughs, when I saw an ad for a 16' Scamp. One feature it noted was a bunk mod to eliminate the support posts for the upper bunk. Did some site searching,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-28-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,472
Posted By Derswede
SOTA (Scamp on the air!)

Anyone heading to Shelby, NC this year for the big hamfest? If so, Look me up in the camper area. 16' Scamp with the bumper mounted vertical and the crazy ham up front. Will try to get on the air...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-11-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,993
Posted By Derswede
Are there any power centers like the PD 4135 that...

Are there any power centers like the PD 4135 that have an integral solar controller? I'd like to replace mine with a "does it all" panel.


Derswede
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 07-21-2021, 01:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,094
Posted By Derswede
Wallyworld has 5-8 gallon containers cheap. I...

Wallyworld has 5-8 gallon containers cheap. I use one for potable water for my Scamp when on the road. Cheap and with a pour type nozzle which will accomodate a drain line into it from the camper...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2021, 12:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,268
Posted By Derswede
On a similar topic, I have been studying the...

On a similar topic, I have been studying the Rigid Micro DC Aircon system. 12VDC drive, and not unobtanium pricing.($550 or so). My thought was to put in a dedicated panel set that would drive the...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 06-25-2021, 09:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,117
Posted By Derswede
Too Funny...British AirShip caravanning!

Top Gear Boys ruin caravanning......


https://youtu.be/hGSqq6R5hm8


found this on the homebuilt airplane board I am a member of. Wonder how the Scamp would do?? Need to check the towing...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-19-2021, 07:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,733
Posted By Derswede
I ran a cable from the battery to a fusebox under...

I ran a cable from the battery to a fusebox under the rear bunk. Power separated for TV, ham radio and am/fm sat radio. Found I don't watch TV, ended up using the TV as a monitor for my laptop when...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 05-19-2021, 03:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,624
Posted By Derswede
Coleman stoves and lanterns

Love this thread. Just dug my old Coleman 400 gas stove out of my backpack and got it fired up. The Lantern has been a source of illumination for my back shed for many years. Somewhere I have a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-15-2021, 03:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,755
Posted By Derswede
'51 Chevy PU , eh? Learned to drive in a '51 GMC....

'51 Chevy PU , eh? Learned to drive in a '51 GMC. A friend, a GMC dealer, once made the comment that the major difference between a Chevy and a GMC was:>..............
Forum: General Chat 03-27-2021, 12:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,969
Posted By Derswede
Just my nickel (Inflation!). My wife is NOT a...

Just my nickel (Inflation!). My wife is NOT a camper. I am an old backpacker with most of the App Trail done before a knee injury took me off the trail. We looked at "Stickies", Airstreams (my...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 02-24-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 9
For Sale: Hunter CompactII
Views: 2,545
Posted By Derswede
Congrats on the young'un. Just wanted to share...

Congrats on the young'un. Just wanted to share what I saw on a Honda Odessy the other day...and, it was towing a camper, a 13' Scamp.


Bumper sticker read "Condoms prevent minivans"



I...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-24-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 896
Posted By Derswede
No idiots here, with the possible exception of...

No idiots here, with the possible exception of me. I was in a similar state, looked at lots of ads, 99.999% scams (this on Craigslist). One day, saw an ad, and when I looked closely, it had a local...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 12-10-2020, 01:12 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 14,969
Posted By Derswede
Oh, dang. Ramblers...went thru a ton of them. ...

Oh, dang. Ramblers...went thru a ton of them. Could NOT hurt that old straight 6. (just for info, Jeepers, that same engine is what is in many Jeeps. Basically a bored Rambler 232 ci engine.) I...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 12-10-2020, 01:04 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,416
Posted By Derswede
One idea to ponder is a umbrella stand (the...

One idea to ponder is a umbrella stand (the weighted type) and a mast, or the "Drive over" flagpole holder that is under the TV's tire. Gets the antennas up and out of the way, and allows feedlines...
Forum: Money Matters 12-10-2020, 12:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,514
Posted By Derswede
And ignore "BlueBook" values. Got a good laugh...

And ignore "BlueBook" values. Got a good laugh when I ran my 2000 Scamp 16' thru for insurance. $4500 was what it said mine was worth. Waiting to hear what they say after they do a search for...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-06-2020, 11:39 AM
Replies: 170
Sticky: RV Tires
Views: 43,657
Posted By Derswede
+1 on the above!! Derswede

+1 on the above!!

Derswede
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-06-2020, 07:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,730
Posted By Derswede
Here are a couple of photos. Remember, this...

Here are a couple of photos. Remember, this cover is only 5 months old. No strong winds, just rain. The front faces East, and it is rotted out. I am going back to a $30 HF tarp and bungees.


...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-06-2020, 07:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 866
Posted By Derswede
I have several items connected to a 12 V...

I have several items connected to a 12 V distribution panel for direct DC connect. As the DP is on the front of the camper and most of our "living" is towards the dining area, it is a bit more...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-05-2020, 08:26 PM
Replies: 170
Sticky: RV Tires
Views: 43,657
Posted By Derswede
Was looking at the "MayPop" chinese tires on my...

Was looking at the "MayPop" chinese tires on my 16' Scamp the other day. "Hi-Runs" or something like that. PO had put them on in 2014, so I was thinking, 6 yr old tire...better check. Lots of tread...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-05-2020, 07:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,730
Posted By Derswede
My lovely wife bought a “Classic Accessories”...

My lovely wife bought a “Classic Accessories” cover for my 16’ Scamp for anniversary. (July this year). Piece of junk!! Already rotting on the front, blown seams, and general failure. Very poor...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-05-2020, 07:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 866
Posted By Derswede
Adding USB power for accessories

I travel quite a bit and, like many, use phones and IPads, etc a lot. Was tired of having to bring 110 vac inverter (now wired in) to charge a low voltage device, like a phone. Getting ready to go...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-23-2020, 08:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 530
Posted By Derswede
16' parts

Noted this ad on Craigslist.


https://newhaven.craigslist.org/tro/d/new-haven-free-scamp-16-rear-seats/7234180140.html


These are the fiberglas seats for a 16' Scamp. Free! Just passing it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-17-2020, 10:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,969
Posted By Derswede
What is called "Work hardening." If you have a...

What is called "Work hardening." If you have a piece of wire moving (wiggling) during transit, the copper wire can actually break. On my install, as I will have some higher amp items going in, I ran...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-15-2020, 09:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,148
Posted By Derswede
My brother said it would be good to have that rim...

My brother said it would be good to have that rim checked to make sure it is still straight. Also said that the rim, unless bent, is most likely still good. He has seen the same thing with...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-14-2020, 03:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 517
Posted By Derswede
My manual trans, 4 cyl. Ranger truck is not...

My manual trans, 4 cyl. Ranger truck is not capable of properly towing my 16' Scamp. I have used it for short tows (100 mi), but I would not trust it for any distance. The Fiat is probably not much...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-14-2020, 11:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,148
Posted By Derswede
Broken studs

My brother fixes wheels. He said that the most common problem is some jackleg mechanic with an impact wrench over torquing the nuts, and then scraping the wheel up when the wrench is quickly swung...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-03-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,109
Posted By Derswede
Antenna mount

Hi, N4ABA here. I unbolted the jack on the back of my Scamp and bolted on a 2' long pipe I had. Actually an old table base for a camper, set it up to hold an 18' painter's pole, and an end fed PAR...
Forum: General Chat 09-19-2020, 07:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,041
Posted By Derswede
What's the frequency, Kenneth??

What freqs are you guys calling on? I try to get on 17m, around 18.145-150. Let us know, will try for a QSO!


Derswede (N4ABA)
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-12-2020, 11:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,465
Posted By Derswede
Aching knees

Another agree! The doc, after repairing my left knee, told me to quit backpacking. As it was about the only thing keeping me sane, I had a large problem with it. One 50 mile hike convinced me that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-11-2020, 07:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,523
Posted By Derswede
16' Scamp stolen from Colfax, NC distributor

Just saw this post on Craigslist. A fellow Scamper has their 16' 2019 Scamp stolen from the local Camping World repair lot. The complete ad is here:
...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-07-2020, 04:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,781
Posted By Derswede
Just saw this 13’ for sale; ...

Just saw this 13’ for sale;

https://fredericksburg.craigslist.org/tro/d/fredericksburg-2014-scamp-camper/7136814152.html

Derswede
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-07-2020, 04:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,963
Posted By Derswede
Covers

M\y wife, who does not do ‘camping’, but who will do ‘glamping’, just bought me a cover for my 16’ Scamp. It is the model 3 PolyPro cover. Says it will fit either a 13’ or a 16’ camper. Don’t...
Forum: General Chat 06-06-2020, 08:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By Derswede
Now I know what I want to be when I grow up. A...

Now I know what I want to be when I grow up. A Grey Nomad!!
Will have to try it in the US, or South America tho. Can't paddle as far as Australia! Scamp would probably make it, add sails, etc, but...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 04-25-2020, 04:24 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,416
Posted By Derswede
Scamp antenna base

Here is what I use for fixed ops. A 20' painter's pole fits it great.
Derswede
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 04-16-2020, 09:27 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,416
Posted By Derswede
Nice setups! I have used the front jack as a...

Nice setups! I have used the front jack as a mast support just using big hoseclamps, for the fishing pole type mast, it works ok. For the big pushup pole, not enough support. Working on a new...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 04-15-2020, 09:08 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 15,416
Posted By Derswede
Camp antennas

One thought is to get a mast and use a vertical wire. I snagged an MFJ-1910 mast at Shelby, NC hamfest a couple of years ago, it works well as a vertical. Light enough to not need guying, looks...
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