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05-06-2007, 09:17 PM
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Weight on Roof?
I need to know if it is safe to put full body weight on the roof. I have someone coming to seal the roof of my OLD Sunline and I know he will ask to get on top of it. Thanks in advance for your advice.
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05-07-2007, 06:01 AM
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You will need to put plywood on the roof where he intends to walk/crawl. There's a wood truss system but no supporting wood - only the rubber roof and thin luan. Make sure the plywood is large enough to span the roof trusses and that he doesn't step right on the edge of it.
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05-07-2007, 06:14 AM
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Hi Vienna700
Ditto to what Pam said.
Also make sure the plywood used does not rip the rubber roof when you move it around.
I use plywood with carpet on the button to protect the rubber roof. I also use 2 pieces of plywood to help in moving around the roof.
Not sure what the truss separation is, I think it might be 16” or 24” OC.
Someone else here on the forum I'm sure can let you know what the specific truss separation is.
Good Luck
Hutch
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05-07-2007, 07:49 AM
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Roof Reply
My trailer does not have a rubber roof..........I don't think they made them in 1980!
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05-07-2007, 08:07 AM
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Your trailer does, however, have an aluminum roof. The aluminum roof is also designed not to support the weight of a person, so you still need to put plywood up there. You don't have to worry about putting anything under it to protect from ripping, though.
Is your trailer a 1980 model year? What model is it?
Jon
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1997 T-2653 Blue Denim, #5471
1979 12 1/2' MC, Beige & Avocado, #4639
Past Sunlines: '97 T-2653 #5089, '94 T-2251, '86 T-1550, '94 T-2363, '98 T-270SR
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05-07-2007, 05:48 PM
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I have forgotten the model # and would have to go out the the camper to check. It is 21 feet, has pull down bunks front and back. It did have a coucho, swivel chair and vanity in the back but we conderted it to twin beds. I just love my vintage unit!
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05-07-2007, 08:58 PM
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From your description, it sounds like a 21'RB with the optional chair. For 1980, the standard 21'RB had twin lounges, and then there was the option for replacing one with a chair, or replacing one with double bunks.
Jon
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2007 T-286SR Cherry/Granola, #6236, original owner, current mileage: 9473.8 (as of 6/18/21)
1997 T-2653 Blue Denim, #5471
1979 12 1/2' MC, Beige & Avocado, #4639
Past Sunlines: '97 T-2653 #5089, '94 T-2251, '86 T-1550, '94 T-2363, '98 T-270SR
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