modifying fiberglass?

ruthiebaby88 wrote:
Hello again,

I have found a 1995 Bigfoot that they are offering for 6700$

It does not have AC. I love the 2 piece molded fiberglass, but I am wondering if it is a good idea to make modifications like adding AC.

I had also thought about perhaps switching to a composting toilet in the future because I have heard they are great for boondocking.

Seems scary to cut into the fiberglass frame. Do people do that? If not, I will probably keep looking as I would like to be able to take my mom and her dogs on trips so having AC is a survival thing for the dogs if we are out during the day.

AC fits like Reddog1 says...

I removed the front, over the bed 12"X12" vent and installed a 24X24 vent/hatch... Had to cut/fit..... Not a problem. Actually the metal frame of the hatch is stronger than the roof itself. The roof is very sturdy in that area.

Sounds like a hell of a deal!

If you go check it out...

Raise the mattress up and look at the wood for water stains... Windows do leak if not maintained... It will leak and be in the bed area. Also look on the sides and bottom of the bed side left and right storage cabinets.

Look inside the cabinets in the front left and right by the bed... on the bottom.. See if there is any indication that water has gotten into the wood.. If the front running lights leak the water will run along the seams of the foam on the walls, behind the wood overlay and end up in those corners. Pull the mattress up in the front and see if there is any indication of moisture there too.... Caused by the same reason, running lights.

Even if the windows have leaked or not if the windows have not been snugged down a few times with age they can begin to leak.... So if you get the camper you will need to spend a few hrs of love time removing the windows, cleaning the old Butyl Tape and installing fresh.

You will need to examine the type of battery charger/ converter if you get it... Let us know
which mfg and model and we will recommend which one to replace it with if needed.

OH, you did not say which model of BF it is.... 1500/2500/3500...

Good luck,

Jim