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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2016, 03:21 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
On the deluxe model, the cover on the fan is...

On the deluxe model, the cover on the fan is longer then the 14" vent opening. The inlet for the air is on the bottom of the cover. The fan exhausts, (or draws) air through the bottom of the cover....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 04:50 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I have installed the Fantastic fan. Non...

I have installed the Fantastic fan. Non reversible, and only 3 speeds. It moves lots of air. I was napping in the afternoon, by the only open window. It was like a breeze was constantly blowing over...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-17-2016, 09:57 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I am impressed! I can't tell if you did...

I am impressed!


I can't tell if you did front dinette in fibreglass, or wood. Looks like glass. Any plans to put a door on the seat nearest the trailer door? That is were Trillium puts what...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-28-2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
A bunch of 5 gal pails? Looks good.

A bunch of 5 gal pails?

Looks good.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-26-2016, 09:38 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
The PVC sheet is meant for foam sandwich...

The PVC sheet is meant for foam sandwich construction. With a sheet of fibreglass bonded on both sides, I would expect it to be quite rigid. This is basically the same idea as the Lil Snoozy...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-25-2016, 07:25 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Why no fibreglass sheet on top? If I was to do...

Why no fibreglass sheet on top?
If I was to do this job, I think I might use a PVC foam core:
Core Materials for Composites, PVC, Balsa, Coremat, Divinycell...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-25-2016, 05:24 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Ummm.... fun for me, not you.

Ummm.... fun for me, not you.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-25-2016, 10:02 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
This looks like fun! I can't wait for more...

This looks like fun! I can't wait for more pictures!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-18-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Did they give you an idea of what that would...

Did they give you an idea of what that would cost?

The hardware to make the older style, but with the newer style panel size, is all available at Home Depot. The only exception is the custom piece...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-16-2015, 11:30 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
There are two major styles. The first one was...

There are two major styles. The first one was wider on the sides and the middle piece was the smallest piece:...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-16-2015, 10:16 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I will make detailed measurements tonight. I...

I will make detailed measurements tonight.
I would be very interested in what you come up with Glenn. I would like to put a rock guard on the back window. This would help keep it clean. Also there...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-19-2015, 04:07 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
With no furnace, that is a very useful storage...

With no furnace, that is a very useful storage space.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-11-2015, 06:14 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Did Joe have one with an escape hatch?

Did Joe have one with an escape hatch?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-11-2015, 12:52 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Where did you get the window?

Where did you get the window?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-24-2014, 10:48 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Ensolite is still available. It just doesn't have...

Ensolite is still available. It just doesn't have the white vinyl coating:
Armacell - Ensolite: Continuous Closed Cell Foam provides economies in fabrication...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-24-2014, 10:22 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I think that was the reason for the Ensolite in...

I think that was the reason for the Ensolite in the first place. What do you plan to do?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-19-2014, 10:45 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I have used a truck scale to weigh the tongue. I...

I have used a truck scale to weigh the tongue. I first put the wheels on the scale, to weigh the load there. Then, I backed the trailer up till the just the jack would be on the scale. I uncoupled...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-18-2014, 12:30 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Makes sense, since your trailer is a 75, and the...

Makes sense, since your trailer is a 75, and the escape hatch came later. I am going to be near Atlanta late in March. I just called Trillium / Outback. They are checking to see if they have any at ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-18-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
What is suppose to be in that gaping hole is an...

What is suppose to be in that gaping hole is an emergency exit. Just a pane of glass that hinges out, with no screen. I keep asking Joe Thoen, at Trillium / Outback, if he has one. He gets lots that...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-12-2014, 10:17 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Farkles? By the way Glenn, great thread. You...

Farkles?

By the way Glenn, great thread. You have taken your trailer a long way towards restoration. Good job!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-08-2014, 12:28 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Looks like your fridge was an after thought. The...

Looks like your fridge was an after thought. The remnants of a street side logo are visible. Could hardly see it with the vents on.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-07-2014, 02:46 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Did he find more then one?

Did he find more then one?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-07-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Glen, I have a brand new spare Bargman L300. This...

Glen, I have a brand new spare Bargman L300. This weekend I will try to post pictures of it.

What do you mean by a 1/2" of body sag. Any way to get pictures?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-06-2014, 02:23 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I think the front panels are meant to be user...

I think the front panels are meant to be user installed, to match their decor. All of mine have some wood paneling on the door.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-31-2014, 11:58 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Are you going to mount propane tanks?

Are you going to mount propane tanks?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-20-2014, 06:58 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I would get him to test it on propane as well as...

I would get him to test it on propane as well as electric, so you don't have to clean out the spider webs. If he provides a tested unit, I would say that $200 is much better then $600. 2003 is...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-20-2014, 02:44 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I go to the local Pick n Pull. They usually have...

I go to the local Pick n Pull. They usually have 3 or 4 camper vans.
Pick-n-Pull » Home (https://www.picknpull.com/default.aspx)

No help to you though. Sorry.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-20-2014, 11:50 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Glen, I am sorry, but I only recycle. I can't see...

Glen, I am sorry, but I only recycle. I can't see myself spending $600, or more on a fridge. I get working old ones for free. If your cooling circuit works, then someone out there will want your...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-20-2014, 10:26 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Does the RM24 work? If so, then I would keep it....

Does the RM24 work? If so, then I would keep it. Clean out the propane lines. Spiders like to spin webs in propane lines. It has a small freezer, which a replacement would not likely have. I like ice...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-19-2014, 10:34 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
What is the model of your fridge? The name plate...

What is the model of your fridge? The name plate might be found on the bottom of the door frame. Kinda looks like an RM36.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-12-2014, 03:55 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Talk about value for your buck! SCORE!

Talk about value for your buck! SCORE!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-07-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
How much suspension travel do you figure you have?

How much suspension travel do you figure you have?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-12-2013, 11:06 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Pictures and Measurements

Reading this thread, I realized that I owed some data.

The measurement from the back of the bumper to the center of the ball:
Life Support (78 - 4500): 15'
Wedding gift (77 - 1300): 13' 7" (New...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-01-2013, 04:16 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Those are definitely cut out. Tonight, I will...

Those are definitely cut out. Tonight, I will post pictures of how it should look.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-01-2013, 04:12 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
Having never actually measured it, I go on the...

Having never actually measured it, I go on the assumption that it is 13' from coupler to bumper. I will get the measuring tape when I get home.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-01-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
All my hatch covers are made of 1/4" plywood....

All my hatch covers are made of 1/4" plywood. They have a finger hole, but other then that simple rectangles. They sit in a sort of depression around the hatch holes.
There are instructions for the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-01-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
My understanding is that the Trillium 1300 was...

My understanding is that the Trillium 1300 was named like the Boler 1300, because they were 13 feet long. The 4500 came later, after metric was introduced to Canada. The 4500 would be millimeters, or...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-31-2013, 03:17 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
The 4500's were 2000 pounds. Stamped right on the...

The 4500's were 2000 pounds. Stamped right on the axle.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-31-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I wonder, under what circumstances that name...

I wonder, under what circumstances that name plate was required. Did all Trilliums have it once, and it just did not last? It is a harsh service location.
Yours is at least one trailer with a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-28-2013, 07:31 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I have seen people completely remove the gaucho,...

I have seen people completely remove the gaucho, (freddo411). I don't think it serves any structural function, other then holding people off the floor.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-28-2013, 06:41 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I thought exactly the same thing when I first saw...

I thought exactly the same thing when I first saw the picture, but I think what you are seeing is the light striking a cross member with the shadows of the expanded metal looking like a chunk of the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-28-2013, 05:49 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
The tongue looks OK. Everything, other then the...

The tongue looks OK. Everything, other then the two frame rails was added. They cut out the propane tank shelf, but that can be replaced. A grinder, and a new coupler, and you will be fine.
Below...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-28-2013, 10:07 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
If you change your mind about the tail lights,...

If you change your mind about the tail lights, (the originals would cover the holes). The fellow that sells them is at:
Fibreglass RV Parts, Repairs, and Service by Paul Neumeister...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-28-2013, 08:31 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 108,300
Posted By David Tilston
I'd keep the wheels, they work. The decals...

I'd keep the wheels, they work.
The decals could go.
That thing on the kitchen counter may be hiding something.
How is the big tongue box installed? Did they do some frame work? Or is it just...
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