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Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-03-2019, 04:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,557
Posted By markbrit
Hi gang, Replaced the thermostat and...

Hi gang,

Replaced the thermostat and ecostat. I also tried to make sure air pocket issue was fixed. I remove bottom drain and drain system between camp outs so do not expect much sediment buildup....
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-28-2019, 06:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,557
Posted By markbrit
OK I can try that thanks John. I ordered new...

OK I can try that thanks John. I ordered new thermostats last night. For $10 it was worth a try. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0016ZBP1Q
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-27-2019, 04:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,557
Posted By markbrit
Atwood MPD 93756 not turning off

I have a Atwood MPD 93756 6 gallon gas/electric water heater. Last Fall the thermal fuse blew and I replace it with this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007XXTVC/

I opened it this Spring and...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-24-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 32,624
Posted By markbrit
I tried it on a gray water pipe repair...works...

I tried it on a gray water pipe repair...works for awhile but then you need to reapply. I would stay away.
Forum: North Eastern 01-06-2014, 07:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,793
Posted By markbrit
Just an update. We stayed here in July 2013 and...

Just an update. We stayed here in July 2013 and it was great. Best thing was the people friendly and helpful. I would go back :)
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 01-06-2014, 07:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,887
Posted By markbrit
I used the liquid rubber in Sept 2013. Used 4...

I used the liquid rubber in Sept 2013. Used 4 gallons and coated it twice. Basically followed how John's friend did it.

It turned out great and I am very happy!
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-14-2013, 06:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,887
Posted By markbrit
Anyone have feedback on Liquid Rubber?

Anyone have feedback on Liquid Rubber?
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-14-2013, 06:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,496
Posted By markbrit
I agree with "Ray & Lynn from PA". I did the same...

I agree with "Ray & Lynn from PA". I did the same thing bought the 1200 weight bars for the same reasoning.

My trailer weighs about 4,600 lbs and has a tongue weight of 960 lbs. I bought it here....
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 07-26-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 27,212
Posted By markbrit
Stayed at Hadley's Point, loved it.

Stayed at Hadley's Point, loved it.
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 07-25-2013, 07:06 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 27,212
Posted By markbrit
1997 Sunline Solaris 2653 2012 Toyota Tundra...

1997 Sunline Solaris 2653
2012 Toyota Tundra 5.7L Dbl Cab 8' Bed 4x4

Just back from Bar Harbor Maine. I paid $4.02/gallon at a needed stop in NY. Ouch! Worst part was I made it thru CT thinking...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-24-2012, 08:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
OK John will switch it up to #4 and go 20 lbs...

OK John will switch it up to #4 and go 20 lbs lighter in the front end. Good info, thanks.
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-23-2012, 04:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
Hi John, I had a weird calculation on...

Hi John,

I had a weird calculation on tongue weight, it was a guess by deducting trailer weight from WD and non WD slips. Was not sure how to calculate.

Wow 960 seems a bit heavy but it does...
Forum: Sunline Community 08-22-2012, 05:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,641
Posted By markbrit
Cameras Found In Camp Showers

So this is not a knock on the campground as I have been there and enjoyed it. But just an FYI to keep your eyes open as it could happen anywhere.

Troopers: Cameras Found In Camp Showers |...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-21-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
Back again and made the trip to the CAT scale. I...

Back again and made the trip to the CAT scale. I spent 3 hours tweaking adjusting ,etc.
So here is what I am going with.

Ticket #1 - truck with no trailer: (truck had full tank of gas, 400 lbs...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-14-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
Thanks Teach! I feel OK with towing with factory...

Thanks Teach! I feel OK with towing with factory tires and overall the Tundra felt great pulling last weekend.

I would like to get the GVWR of the truck down when loaded to tow. Just for the...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-14-2012, 06:40 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
Good feedback fellas, thanks. Ahh the curse of...

Good feedback fellas, thanks. Ahh the curse of compromise of less truck for better gas mileage and comfort of ride. I do miss the old days of a 3/4 ton truck and just stuffing it full of stuff :)
...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-12-2012, 09:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
OK Gang made it to the Cat Scale. worked out...

OK Gang made it to the Cat Scale. worked out great except I only got 2 weighs in not the 3rd one without weight distributing disabled. Ugh... I forgot! Oh well I plan to return when I have...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-10-2012, 07:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
Sunday headed to truck scale. Thanks all for...

Sunday headed to truck scale. Thanks all for feedback.

Also saw neighbor looking at me sort of funny as I wiggled my truck in driveway :)
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 07-30-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
This kind of feedback is why I enjoy this site so...

This kind of feedback is why I enjoy this site so much. Answers with reasoning, thank you.

All other feedback has been "they are on the truck must be OK."

Just back in from adjusting my...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 07-30-2012, 01:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
Thanks Henry, front axles is 4k, rear is 4,150. ...

Thanks Henry, front axles is 4k, rear is 4,150.

Keep going I am listening.

I went with "E" rated which are probably overkill as that is what I had on last truck.
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 07-30-2012, 06:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,116
Posted By markbrit
Do I need "E" rated tires?

Bought a new tow vehicle, 2012 Toyota Tundra v8 (5.7L) 4x4 double cab, 8 ft bed.

Still own 1997 Sunline Solaris 2653, dry weight 4,465 lbs, I round up to 5K with add ons to be on safe side.
...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-30-2012, 01:04 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 27,212
Posted By markbrit
Wow I can't believe this thread is still rolling...

Wow I can't believe this thread is still rolling from 2009! Just goes to show the MPG question never gets old.

Still driving the old Dodge and the news has not got better.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 04-24-2012, 06:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,141
Posted By markbrit
Wow that stinks. Why can't you use it? Where in...

Wow that stinks. Why can't you use it? Where in NY located?
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-17-2012, 05:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,143
Posted By markbrit
Congrats Paul on the new truck! Keep us...

Congrats Paul on the new truck!

Keep us posted as it looks like an interesting concept. I need to get over the idea that a truck needs a V8, it may be outdated thinking.

What did you do with...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 04-10-2012, 08:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,887
Posted By markbrit
Anybody try any of these products?

So I am looking at doing the roof this Spring, great topic! I need to replace a 3 foot wide section of rubber roof to repair some earlier damage and structure rot.

After that I plan to coat...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 10-20-2011, 06:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,487
Posted By markbrit
Craigslist is a great place to find used ones.

Craigslist is a great place to find used ones.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 10-19-2011, 08:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,487
Posted By markbrit
No to the tarp as it will rub certain spots on...

No to the tarp as it will rub certain spots on the trailer in the wind. I used a cover in the winter last year. Was quite happy with results.
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-01-2011, 08:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,598
Posted By markbrit
Welcome will be nice to see another Sunline on...

Welcome will be nice to see another Sunline on the road in NJ!
Forum: Sunline Community 05-25-2011, 05:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,012
Posted By markbrit
Still very happy with Allstate, see info above in...

Still very happy with Allstate, see info above in thread.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-15-2011, 04:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,539
Posted By markbrit
This is something I have been lloking at myeself...

This is something I have been lloking at myeself but the idea of using a power washer at 2000 PSI seems a bit harsh?
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-11-2011, 07:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,231
Posted By markbrit
Saw that email on the sale. That is cheaper than...

Saw that email on the sale. That is cheaper than I paid there in 2009. Great hitch!
Forum: North Eastern 01-13-2011, 02:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,460
Posted By markbrit
Checked into Gilbert Lake State Park again . I...

Checked into Gilbert Lake State Park again . I think I will do this. They have 20 amp electric and a dumpstation plus a boat launch at Ostego lake.

Nothing better than making Summer plans while...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-10-2010, 06:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,336
Posted By markbrit
OK I am dropping the idea forgot about how it...

OK I am dropping the idea forgot about how it would rub. Good call, thanks.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-08-2010, 06:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,336
Posted By markbrit
tarp on roof for Winter storage

My sunny stays outside all Winter with no cover. After debating a cover and hearing views here I decided against it.

Was thinking a white tarp 10 x 30' over the roof would supply a bit more...
Forum: Sunline Community 08-29-2010, 05:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,937
Posted By markbrit
First boondocking adventure

We went to a 3d archery shoot and camped overnight in a grass field. We had a blast with the camper and it really was fun. We used propane for the fridge and stove. Battery for the limited lights at...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-17-2010, 10:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 73,383
Posted By markbrit
Hey John, Can you go over the proper way to...

Hey John,

Can you go over the proper way to laydown plywood on the roof and stepping on it. I need to recaulk the fixtures and just want to ensure I do not do something dumb!
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-17-2010, 05:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,308
Posted By markbrit
I agree identify the leak before paying for...

I agree identify the leak before paying for service. I had a leak in the kirchen which turned out to be a loose fitting. A quick twist, problem solved. Hope it is that easy for you too!
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-14-2010, 07:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 32,624
Posted By markbrit
Screws and fixtures are on the hit list too! ...

Screws and fixtures are on the hit list too!

Just had to secure the perimiter
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-14-2010, 05:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 32,624
Posted By markbrit
OK gang a 5 hour project to pull all the old...

OK gang a 5 hour project to pull all the old caulk off, clean and apply 4 tubes of dicor.


Here is what it looked like all cleaned out...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-14-2010, 02:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 32,624
Posted By markbrit
Well I just spent 3 hours taking off every strip...

Well I just spent 3 hours taking off every strip of my roof caulk I got a whole bag of it!

Was happy to see the top layer was the only real problem. As I peeled it off no blistering and the caulk...
Forum: Sunline Community 08-13-2010, 08:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,012
Posted By markbrit
I use Allstate, got it thru KOA for $75 first...

I use Allstate, got it thru KOA for $75 first year. This year I got the notice to renew for $110. Called them up and said I was thinking of swithing to Good Sam and they lowered their rate to $71/yr...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-11-2010, 05:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,832
Posted By markbrit
I had one for the Sunline when I bought it. It...

I had one for the Sunline when I bought it. It was specialized to fit a 1995 ford van so it was useless to me. In reading about it , it appeared very interesting and did not read a bad review. Only...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-06-2010, 06:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,975
Posted By markbrit
so silly question how should the antenna lay...

so silly question how should the antenna lay against the roof when not in use? I see indentations in my rubber roof like somebody really cranked it down hard at one time.

I would think almost...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 08-05-2010, 02:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,739
Posted By markbrit
Nice job! Since we have very similiar...

Nice job!

Since we have very similiar campers it was fun to look for the subtle difference from year to year.

Very clean and ready for fun!
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-03-2010, 12:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 32,624
Posted By markbrit
Suggestions in the past have been liquid spic and...

Suggestions in the past have been liquid spic and span. Works nicely for me.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-03-2010, 05:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 32,624
Posted By markbrit
Alright boys will do, thanks. I have 4 tubes of...

Alright boys will do, thanks. I have 4 tubes of Dicor on order.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-29-2010, 07:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 32,624
Posted By markbrit
John think I need to remove all this old caulk or...

John think I need to remove all this old caulk or just go over it?

https://www.newjerseyhunter.com/images/uploads/1280453246.jpg

https://www.newjerseyhunter.com/images/uploads/1280453388.jpg
...
Forum: Trips & Vacations 07-21-2010, 05:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,741
Posted By markbrit
Whiteface Mountain KOA is supposed to be awesome,...

Whiteface Mountain KOA is supposed to be awesome, enjoy!

Good river for trout fishing
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-18-2010, 07:24 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 32,624
Posted By markbrit
Very helpful, thanks

Very helpful, thanks
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 06-05-2010, 07:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,356
Posted By markbrit
Well brought my Sunline home today. Picked up the...

Well brought my Sunline home today. Picked up the truck yesterday and slept/fished overnight.

Truck is solid as new lines all installed. Expensive but I have piece of mind.
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