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Forum: Sunline Community 07-29-2018, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,198
Posted By tjalmy
Perhaps a different W/D hitch with an electric...

Perhaps a different W/D hitch with an electric tongue jack? Our Equalizer bars are very easy to connect, once the trailer tongue is lifted high enough.
Forum: Other Brands 08-10-2017, 06:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,749
Posted By tjalmy
Joined the SOBs...

We traded the 2003 Solaris for a 2018 Fun Finder. I hope our Sunny serves the next owners as well as it had us.
Forum: Recipes 08-10-2017, 06:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,976
Posted By tjalmy
Well, four years on....

I still like the thing. I don't use it a lot, but it still works and is easy to clean!
T
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-28-2016, 08:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,332
Posted By tjalmy
With the shroud off, run it and see where the...

With the shroud off, run it and see where the noise comes from. In most A/C units there are two fans, the evaporator fan which sends cool air inside, and the condenser fan which casts the excess heat...
Forum: Recipes 06-26-2016, 06:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,828
Posted By tjalmy
If you ever find yourself in central Florida,...

If you ever find yourself in central Florida, please look me up and we'll head to the local Polish deli. They make their own kraut and sausages....mmmmmm good!
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-17-2014, 06:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,983
Posted By tjalmy
Thank you, John.

I'll take some pics in a few weeks when we hook up to go to Ft. Desoto for the first weekend in May. I've played with the hitch and got it dialed in so the front squats as well as the rear. I think...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-14-2014, 07:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,983
Posted By tjalmy
Air bag helper springs....

I'm sure some of you have tried these, and I would greatly appreciate any advice on these.
I'm towing with a Solaris 2563 with a Chevy Tahoe. We use an Equalizer 4 way WD hitch. I've installed...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 04-14-2014, 06:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,951
Posted By tjalmy
'03 2499 in central Florida...

The wife and I stopped to check it out in Campers World, Leesburg, FL. She's in fine shape, needing a good cleaning and some of the graphics are starting to peel. I'd jump on it if I didn't have our...
Forum: Modifications 04-05-2014, 08:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,067
Posted By tjalmy
Thank you!

Very useful input. That's what I like about this board. I do a lot of day dreaming of modifications to the home, trailer, vehicles, etc. before I do a project, and it's really wonderful to have a...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 03-03-2014, 07:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,515
Posted By tjalmy
I'd like to know more. What benefit do the...

I'd like to know more.
What benefit do the telescoping jacks offer over the scissor jacks? I've only had the scissor jacks and need an education.
It appears as the telescoping ones go further the...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 02-18-2014, 07:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,943
Posted By tjalmy
Welcome! I think the first things I learned...

Welcome!
I think the first things I learned about was the importance of a decent electric brake controller and a weight distributing hitch. We bought the Equalizer antisway and weight distribution...
Forum: Wanted 02-18-2014, 06:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,433
Posted By tjalmy
CTorris, I doubt you have one in a million. I...

CTorris,
I doubt you have one in a million. I don't know how many awning manufacturers there are, but Carefree of Colorado and Dometic probably made most of them. My experience is limited, but look...
Forum: Wanted 02-17-2014, 08:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,433
Posted By tjalmy
Please provide more information. You have an...

Please provide more information. You have an awning missing pieces, correct? Can you find any information on it, as to what company made it?
Here's a link to start you on the way...
RV Awnings,...
Forum: Central 02-13-2014, 06:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,384
Posted By tjalmy
Next time we head that way, we'll check it out....

Next time we head that way, we'll check it out. When we headed west, we stayed at Cap Rock Canyon in May of '09. Lovely place, very few campers. Of course, it was my first experience with canyon...
Forum: Modifications 01-31-2014, 08:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,067
Posted By tjalmy
Battery/weight question...

I post this to gain insight from the group, I really don't boondock enough to justify the expense. When I retire, I hope to change that.

Sunline posts the carrying capacity of the rear bumper @...
Forum: Sunline Community 01-31-2014, 07:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,176
Posted By tjalmy
Just for fun, here's a link! Kind of pricey,...

Just for fun, here's a link! Kind of pricey, though. I haven't bought from them, so I offer no endorsement or critique.
Custom Tire Covers (https://www.tirecovercentral.com/custom_tire_cover.htm)...
Forum: Sunline Community 01-20-2014, 05:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,453
Posted By tjalmy
Seems like it was around 420 miles to Marietta,...

Seems like it was around 420 miles to Marietta, GA from Leesburg, FL. I'd have gone further for this one. Not that it was as advertised "showroom condition". It certainly wasn't. But I did beat him...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 01-12-2014, 08:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,526
Posted By tjalmy
Mainah, Thanks for the pics and the link. It...

Mainah,
Thanks for the pics and the link. It looks like a great looking fixture at a price less than changing out the bulbs alone!
I'm wondering about switches. The light fixtures do not seem to...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 01-12-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,129
Posted By tjalmy
There are lots of smarter folks on this board...

There are lots of smarter folks on this board than me, but I'll give it a poke.
I believe the cord from the 120v incoming line connects directly to the fuse box located with the converter behind a...
Forum: Trips & Vacations 01-02-2014, 07:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,062
Posted By tjalmy
After thought... Harold, the private...

After thought...
Harold, the private campgrounds in the Keys may be more expensive than the State Parks, but if it's only a few days, go for it. I prefer the small town feel of the middle keys, but...
Forum: Trips & Vacations 01-02-2014, 07:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,062
Posted By tjalmy
Close to Clermont is Lake Louisa SP. Nice place....

Close to Clermont is Lake Louisa SP. Nice place. But I think there is a 2 week maximum stay at the State Parks.
Must see's near Crystal River depend on what you like. Manatees are the big draw, and...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 12-25-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,817
Posted By tjalmy
Hey Kit, Most of us do live in the east. My...

Hey Kit,
Most of us do live in the east. My one venture towing in the glorious west had me so bummed out about mileage, I quit keeping track. I regret that now. East coast touring nets me 10.5 -...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 12-25-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,993
Posted By tjalmy
For what it's worth, we ran from Florida to...

For what it's worth, we ran from Florida to Upstate New York with our Tahoe and trailer and saw an average of 10.5 mpg. The next time we took the trip, we had the same rig and route, but had our...
Forum: Sunline Community 12-25-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,768
Posted By tjalmy
We had a '94 Solaris, I think the 2653, with the...

We had a '94 Solaris, I think the 2653, with the twin beds in the rear. The bed on the right had the water pump, tank, and heater under it. The bed on the left was all storage with no gas strut....
Forum: Sunline Owners Meet & Greet 12-23-2013, 07:57 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,462
Posted By tjalmy
Thank you Chuck, I lived in Upstate NY for my...

Thank you Chuck,
I lived in Upstate NY for my first 36 years. I love the Adirondacks and know Old Forge pretty well. My wife (Southern girl) was completely blown away by the beauty of the drive...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 12-23-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,344
Posted By tjalmy
Welcome, Southshore, Your truck should be...

Welcome, Southshore,
Your truck should be fine. I've been towing a Solaris T2653 with a Chevy Tahoe 5.3 for the last seven years. Trips include from Florida to Utah, New England, etc.
In the...
Forum: Sunline Owners Meet & Greet 12-23-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,462
Posted By tjalmy
I was planning on a trip to NY in early October,...

I was planning on a trip to NY in early October, but it would be fun to meet some folks from this board. Just in case, what campground are you referring to?
Thanks,
Tom
Forum: Recipes 12-23-2013, 05:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,976
Posted By tjalmy
An interesting kitchen tool....

I received a neat little gift from my brother in law yesterday. It's called "Ultra Chef Express". I was skeptical until I used it.
It's basically a manually operated food processor, with...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 12-20-2013, 08:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,934
Posted By tjalmy
Well, as Mainah suggested, I reversed the leads...

Well, as Mainah suggested, I reversed the leads and found it was indeed the switch, regardless of my checking continuity. Barker sent me a new one, at $15. Just so you all know the rest of the story:)
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-18-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,416
Posted By tjalmy
Photokit, I was referring to the screw cover...

Photokit,
I was referring to the screw cover trim around the windows and hatches. I guess mine has radius corners, where yours are square. The corner trim that goes up the edges of the trailer is...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-17-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,416
Posted By tjalmy
I don't know if you have any curves to go around,...

I don't know if you have any curves to go around, but in my experience it is much easier to work this stuff in warm weather. Perhaps keeping a hair dryer or heat gun handy will help you. I'm in...
Forum: Accessories, Parts, Etc. For Sale 11-17-2013, 06:21 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 22,379
Posted By tjalmy
I've purchased Solaris decals from Dave King...

I've purchased Solaris decals from Dave King family and have been 100% satisfied. The decals for the 'Sunline" front and back were purchased from the 'rvsg.com' website. I ordered the colors to match...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-12-2013, 06:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,934
Posted By tjalmy
Thank you. I'll try these suggestions, as well as...

Thank you. I'll try these suggestions, as well as checking that I'm grounded properly. Any other comments are also welcome!
T
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-11-2013, 07:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,934
Posted By tjalmy
Electric tongue jack question....

We have a Barker 3000 electric tongue jack on our 03 Sunny. I'm thinking it's about five or six years old.
Currently it only works pushing the trailer upward, it will not go down. I've checked the...
Forum: Eats on the Road 10-01-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,881
Posted By tjalmy
Brooke's House of Chicken....

in Oneonta, NY. Gotta try it, if you like BBQ chicken. S&S charpit in the Binghamton/Endicott area. Try the spiedies. The Dutch Kitchen in Frackville, PA. Oakwood Smoke house in Leesburg, FL....
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-24-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 27,206
Posted By tjalmy
Haul kayaks! Last October I went from central...

Haul kayaks!
Last October I went from central Florida to the NE for a wedding, without kayaks on the roof of my Chevy Tahoe. 10.5 mpg towing average.
Last May I made the same trip with kayaks, and...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-24-2013, 07:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,936
Posted By tjalmy
Janalee, From my experience, no. We had a small...

Janalee,
From my experience, no. We had a small SUV, Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2001 which got about the same gas mileage as our larger '03 Chevy Tahoe that replaced it. The Montero was geared lower...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 04-21-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,638
Posted By tjalmy
I'm not going to be a lot of help, but I believe...

I'm not going to be a lot of help, but I believe it is possible.
I took the original unit out a our '94 Solaris and replaced it with an aftermarket stereo/dvd player. I had to build a new face...
Forum: Sunline Community 04-17-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,275
Posted By tjalmy
I don't know about tape, but I replaced my fabric...

I don't know about tape, but I replaced my fabric last year buying from PPL. They often run sales and will provide info to properly measure your awning. After reading and watching YouTube, I decided...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 04-17-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,599
Posted By tjalmy
Just curious, did you loose any measurable gas...

Just curious, did you loose any measurable gas milage raising the trailer?
Thanks,
Tom
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 04-17-2013, 07:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,551
Posted By tjalmy
A related question I've been wondering. To work...

A related question I've been wondering. To work on gas, the refrigerator also needs the 12v battery system to be in good working order, doesn't it?
Thanks,
T
Forum: Modifications 11-13-2012, 07:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,133
Posted By tjalmy
Thank you John, it does help. I have no problem...

Thank you John, it does help. I have no problem with visualizing the header and sill, but am a bit unsure about the siding removal. One would remove the trim strips on the corners of the camper, but...
Forum: Modifications 11-12-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,133
Posted By tjalmy
Window replacement question....

Now, I may be crazy, but I keep thinking of how nice it would be to have a larger rear window in our T2563 Sunline. With the sideways queen bed, there are no overhead cabinets on the back wall, and...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-29-2012, 08:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 15,496
Posted By tjalmy
Here is a link to some folks who will reproduce...

Here is a link to some folks who will reproduce the graphics perfectly. Not cheaply ;)
I purchased a set from them earlier this year, and am very pleased with the results.
Our camper is also an '03...
Forum: Wanted 05-27-2012, 11:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,056
Posted By tjalmy
I recently replaced the fabric of mine, found a...

I recently replaced the fabric of mine, found a good price and sizing information at PPL parts. Very good service, answered questions over the phone, recieved the fabric quickly.
Here's a link:...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-27-2012, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,214
Posted By tjalmy
FYI, I've used Steve Zacher to make new graphics...

FYI, I've used Steve Zacher to make new graphics to my spec. Our '03 Solaris used different colors than what was on E-bay. They came out amazingly well. Here's a link:
RV Stripes & Graphics...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-26-2012, 07:39 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 27,206
Posted By tjalmy
2003 Tahoe, running naked, 70 - 75 mph, 19 mpg,...

2003 Tahoe, running naked, 70 - 75 mph, 19 mpg, usually. Flat lands of Florida.
Towing the Sunline, 10 - 12 mpg w/ two kayaks on the roof of the truck. I'm never sure if they help or hinder gas...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 04-26-2012, 06:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,445
Posted By tjalmy
Thanks for the replies, folks. It looks like I...

Thanks for the replies, folks. It looks like I may try it.
The big question is the tension on the springs. UPbuilder, how did you tension the springs? Ed, did you use the same method, or did you...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 04-24-2012, 06:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,445
Posted By tjalmy
Awning fabric replacement...

Hello there,
I'm wondering if I should attempt to replace the worn out fabric on my 19' A&E patio awning myself.
The wife and I are pretty handy, but I've never done this. Anyone with first hand...
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