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Forum: Sunline Community 09-10-2013, 05:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,506
Posted By precorguy
Thanks & best of luck

Good day all:

i would like to thank you all for your help over the years that i owned a sunline - it has been greatly appreciated. you are all a great group of people and this forum has been...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 04-08-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,610
Posted By precorguy
Help - its scratched!

Good day everyone:

During our just completed trip to New Orleans our trailer (2007 T2553) came into contact with a building - the street side - top 1 foot (taupe) section for about 15 - 20 feet -...
Forum: Modifications 06-23-2011, 08:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,924
Posted By precorguy
Thanks for the pics - I had a similar thing going...

Thanks for the pics - I had a similar thing going but wasn't happy with it - so i switched to what you noted - and it is great!

i also agree about the water heater drain plug valve - too difficult...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-15-2011, 01:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,178
Posted By precorguy
Trailblazer really appreciate you help - i...

Trailblazer

really appreciate you help - i sent you a message

safe travels!

thanks again!
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-15-2011, 05:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,178
Posted By precorguy
John: yes that is it - the white plastic...

John:

yes that is it - the white plastic knob -- if you know the place I would greatly appreciate having the information - i would also order several as we plan to keep this trailer for a bit.
...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-13-2011, 05:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,178
Posted By precorguy
Outside Door Catch - ok it doesn't!

On our sunline we have outside door catches that are posts (camper) that fit into a small 1/2 ball receiver (door) --- well the main door catch is so loose the slightest breeze just closes the door. ...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-13-2011, 05:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,473
Posted By precorguy
A couple of years ago I also installed a fan in...

A couple of years ago I also installed a fan in the outside coils of the fridge - when camped in very hot humid or very sunny locations it does help the fridge cool --- i agree with John B - why...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-14-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,890
Posted By precorguy
Well i didn't - actually the dealer was suppose...

Well i didn't - actually the dealer was suppose to when they recaulked the exterior - perhaps they forgot or something - who knows its covered in caulking - perhaps i will give it another go and see...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-13-2011, 05:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,890
Posted By precorguy
Siding - my enemy!

good day:

first off - although we were very seriously considering selling our sunline given financial concerns - we have kept her - we just couldnt' image life without her and i didn't want to go...
Forum: Sunline Community 02-24-2011, 07:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,279
Posted By precorguy
Whats it worth?

Good day:

we have a T2553 2007 model year - the trailer is in good condition - whats recent:

> new goodyear tires (2010)
> total recaulking (2010)
> new spring (2010)
> new dexter suspension...
Forum: Modifications 08-12-2010, 05:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,319
Posted By precorguy
LCD TV - Corner Cabinet

good day sunliners:

we have a T-2553 and it a corner entertainment cabinet near the trailer front door - across from the sofa.

Currently we put the TV under the dinette wrapped in a blanket...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-16-2010, 05:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,623
Posted By precorguy
ok, this is going to sound stupid but cheap...

ok, this is going to sound stupid but cheap pinesol type liquid cleaner from the dollar store seems to work fine - but i have used the powered stuff that walmart sell - aqua chem or something and it...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-05-2010, 06:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,057
Posted By precorguy
Fender

i noted the other day that the fender - particularly the road side as small hairline cracks around the screws particularly - i assume its the wind movement when driving - the trailer has been lifted....
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-29-2010, 05:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,418
Posted By precorguy
its not a full walk on roof --- i was just...

its not a full walk on roof --- i was just careful - but glad to know that i can, i have and i will in the future

i also installed the weather proof 12 V plug on the door side of the trailer -...
Forum: Sunline Community 06-25-2010, 02:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,724
Posted By precorguy
Ok, i don't understand why anyone would keep the...

Ok, i don't understand why anyone would keep the vents open - it would be like using the home central air and leaving a door open ---- that being said, i do open and run the bathroom vent fan when i...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-25-2010, 01:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,418
Posted By precorguy
Smile Roof walking!

Well i finally did it - i got the big ladder out and climbed on top of the trailer ---- i was very concerned about doing so --- well i don't think i needed to be --- it was concerning me being on the...
Forum: Modifications 05-28-2010, 05:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,132
Posted By precorguy
Flipping axles - we did it on our T2553 and it...

Flipping axles - we did it on our T2553 and it was great --- height is great when going into and out of all those gas stations and driveways --- we added a 2 step outside step on the front - but not...
Forum: Modifications 05-26-2010, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,432
Posted By precorguy
Jon thanks - so i should just stick with a...

Jon

thanks - so i should just stick with a group 24 and do as you mentioned - kick off things like the hot water heater when not needed - i don't use the radio or the tv when camping so that is no...
Forum: Modifications 05-25-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,432
Posted By precorguy
Battery

ok, i know this has been done - but i just don't really get it --- i am looking to replace my sunline battery ---- i know that 2-6V is better or so i hear - but i seldom camp without electricity -...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-18-2010, 02:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,065
Posted By precorguy
I will have to check the scale certicate again -...

I will have to check the scale certicate again - i weighed it 2 times in different positions - attached and unattached - tongue on same scale and tongue on separate scale ---- the number was what i...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-18-2010, 09:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,863
Posted By precorguy
When we have a load on the converter - such as...

When we have a load on the converter - such as many lights on etc - the fan does run in ours and i am able to clearly hear it --- turning a couple of lights off usually takes this away - so i have...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-18-2010, 08:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,065
Posted By precorguy
John: thanks so much for the help - they...

John:

thanks so much for the help - they are leaf springs - the trailer weight 4990 lbs (yes i had it weighed loaded including full tanks) --- however that being said, i was able to find a place...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-16-2010, 04:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,065
Posted By precorguy
Spring Sprung!

Picked the trailer up today from the storage lot - noticed that it is unlevel - something i had noticed while in Florida.

i looked at the springs and the crub side was uneven - so i jacked up the...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 12-01-2009, 05:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,070
Posted By precorguy
John, how do you keep your roof so clean! our...

John, how do you keep your roof so clean!
our Sunline is a 2007 and i wash the roof 2 times a year with rubber roof cleaner - it is not nearly as clean as yours ---- how do you do it!

i don't...
Forum: Modifications 08-20-2009, 08:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,544
Posted By precorguy
WOW this person like to be organized and have...

WOW this person like to be organized and have everything in its place!

i appreciate organization but that is a bit much for me.

some good ideas but a lot of work - looks like they stayed in it...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-15-2009, 05:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,647
Posted By precorguy
Screwing into Door

i have been using those reflective foil type covers for the door windows - but with the heat during storage - the tape gets weak and i have to replace it --- so now i have done this for the second...
Forum: Modifications 05-20-2009, 05:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,252
Posted By precorguy
pw - i have a fantastic fan installed in the...

pw - i have a fantastic fan installed in the bathroom - and i love it --- i was thinking of using the fan to circulate the air in the trailer --- we use a portable one all the time but it is a pain...
Forum: Modifications 05-19-2009, 06:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,252
Posted By precorguy
12 Volt Fan - last question for now!

hi all (again):

i have been looking at 12 volt fans to install in the bedroom from the ceiling or wall.

i have been looking at something like:
...
Forum: Modifications 05-19-2009, 06:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,383
Posted By precorguy
Solar charging batteries

I am camping for 4-5 days in Jul without hookups - which is fine as it is just me - so no need for major electric use - just want the fantastic fan, water pump, a couple of lights (seldom use only)...
Forum: Modifications 05-19-2009, 05:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,090
Posted By precorguy
Storage Unit on Trailer Tongue

good day all:

on the RV.net forum someone has noted a modifiction where they installed a truck bed side box to the tongue of the trailer - where the batteries go (batteries were placed in side the...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-03-2008, 05:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,117
Posted By precorguy
tires - how long should they last?

we have now travelled about 14,913 miles with our trailer - its a 2007
> how long should i expect the OEM tires to last?

any thoughts on this one --- i took a good look at them and they seem to...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-03-2008, 05:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,479
Posted By precorguy
ok, i was just reading RV.net and someone was...

ok, i was just reading RV.net and someone was speaking about winterizing the tank rinse system --- you know i have never done it --- am i suppose to?

i thought that most of the water drained out...
Forum: Modifications 11-03-2008, 05:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,790
Posted By precorguy
fyi - i am with mack and jon -- i also turn the...

fyi - i am with mack and jon -- i also turn the rinser on, let it run for a bit, then close the value and let the tank partly fill up - then open the value - i have a clear elbow so it is amazing at...
Forum: Modifications 10-22-2008, 05:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,669
Posted By precorguy
grey tank valve question

i am in the process of enclosing the underside of the trailer and heating the tanks -- my only barrier thus far is the grey tank valve - it is located right on the side frame and well away from where...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 10-22-2008, 05:52 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 63,854
Posted By precorguy
ok, just a quick question on this frame issue ...

ok, just a quick question on this frame issue

i have been watching the header on my 2553 and so far - there is no twist/bend and we have done some travelling this year and been in some bumpy...
Forum: Modifications 10-22-2008, 05:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By precorguy
i have been toying with this inverter thing for...

i have been toying with this inverter thing for sometime --- when it first came up - i looked at the cost and the wiring i would want to have one plug that could be switched between shore power and...
Forum: Modifications 10-22-2008, 05:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,011
Posted By precorguy
i with kitty --- i was under the trailer the...

i with kitty --- i was under the trailer the other day --- there is so much space now - my stomach getting get me stuck! :lol:

as this is now done - i am going to enclose the underside to heat up...
Forum: Sunline Community 10-14-2008, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,832
Posted By precorguy
hutch --- we have been to hamburg and liked it...

hutch --- we have been to hamburg and liked it --- but since it was not in the directory when i checked before heading out this weekend - we went to chruchill - didn't want to chance that they were...
Forum: Sunline Community 10-14-2008, 07:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,832
Posted By precorguy
there's one, there's another ......

we were recently camping at Fifty Point Conservation area in Stoney Creek Ontario and headed to camping world in Churchville New York - had a gift certificate burning a hole in my pocket!

i have...
Forum: Modifications 10-08-2008, 06:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,011
Posted By precorguy
Lifted and nice!

this is kind of an update on what has been happening lately --- i just got the trailer back from having the axles flipped and hence the trailer lifted.

firstly, i would like to thank Mobilife in...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-06-2008, 06:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,746
Posted By precorguy
trailblazer well i deal with mobilife rv...

trailblazer

well i deal with mobilife rv kichener --- excellent dealership - ask to speak to Jeff - he is the man in the know out there and does excellent work.

i have sent you a pm with...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-05-2008, 02:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,367
Posted By precorguy
ok - we have the same stair design as Hermatite...

ok - we have the same stair design as Hermatite ---- i like the look of the shoe cleaner carpet - perhaps time to pick that up - another thing for the list.

if you look at the step carefully -...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-04-2008, 04:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,746
Posted By precorguy
update --- spoke with my rv tech today and was...

update --- spoke with my rv tech today and was provided with the estimate for the following:

> 4" lift via flipping axles (includes welding)
> weld install of "C" channel on A frame to add...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-04-2008, 07:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,367
Posted By precorguy
John our single step is hinged with a rivet...

John

our single step is hinged with a rivet type post --- to get the step out - you pull up and out, then is falls down a couple of inches into place.

it was the rivet that was tight that made...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-04-2008, 07:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,746
Posted By precorguy
why lift the trailer ---- well mostly drag ----...

why lift the trailer ---- well mostly drag ---- it does drag when going into and out of some gas stations (oddly enough mostly in the US and not Canada --- don't know why that is) ----- our driveway...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-03-2008, 08:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,276
Posted By precorguy
Lance: you seem to have the opposite problem...

Lance:

you seem to have the opposite problem then we had - well partly anyway - our 2553 developed a bow on the drivers side behind the fridge in the hot weather - so much so, that the siding...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-03-2008, 08:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,746
Posted By precorguy
flipping axles!

ok, i have a really stupid question ----- how hard it is?

i have a 2553 that is very very low ---- the springs are attached under the axles and not on top (as i would prefer them to be).

i have...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-03-2008, 08:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,510
Posted By precorguy
ok, you are going to hate me - but here goes ...

ok, you are going to hate me - but here goes

i was looking for black streak remover at wally world when i noted some rv mildew remover --- so i picked it up --- when i sprayed it around the...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-03-2008, 08:21 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 63,854
Posted By precorguy
hi all! great pics of the improvements ----...

hi all!

great pics of the improvements ---- i have decided to kill 2 birds with one stone ----- going to take our sunny to the dealer and have the axles flipped, a piece of steel welded to the...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-03-2008, 08:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,367
Posted By precorguy
ok, here was our fix - after trying cleaning the...

ok, here was our fix - after trying cleaning the pins, lubing them with almost averything know to man - we still have a rear step that was almost impossible to pull out.

my neighbour is a fellow...
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