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Forum: Wanted 02-23-2023, 10:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 492
Posted By Torskdoc423
If the glass is only thing wrong, these are...

If the glass is only thing wrong, these are jalousie windows. Any glass shop should be able to cut to fit the individual panes. Drill out the rivets in the bottom corners, drop out the bottom frame...
Forum: Sunline Community 02-23-2023, 10:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 568
Posted By Torskdoc423
Can't tell if it's a straight up and down, or if...

Can't tell if it's a straight up and down, or if it has a locking tab (turn 90* and lift). Seen both on trailers.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 10-13-2022, 01:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 707
Posted By Torskdoc423
There may be a Thermal limit switch in the...

There may be a Thermal limit switch in the ducting on the furnace before it splits. If this gets too hot it will open, then it's supposed to close when it cools down. Sometimes it doesn't close...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 10-13-2022, 01:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 668
Posted By Torskdoc423
Nice rig's. The Pinto threw me for a bit, but you...

Nice rig's. The Pinto threw me for a bit, but you explained it in the next post.....WHEW!! But it's a not so good idea to be out in front of the pack in a Pinto, unless you've got an 8" "I" beam...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-29-2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By Torskdoc423
If you find the control board is bad, a Dinosaur...

If you find the control board is bad, a Dinosaur board is a better board than the original Dometic board. It's literally plug and play. There are also thermistor replacements that are more...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-29-2022, 07:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By Torskdoc423
That dual wire is in typical location for 12VDC...

That dual wire is in typical location for 12VDC wiring for Dometic Fridges. My T2563 with a RM-2652 and my 94 innsbruck with a RM-2611 are wired essentially the same. 12VDC is used to power the...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-05-2022, 09:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 641
Posted By Torskdoc423
If you have one of those plastic kiddie wading...

If you have one of those plastic kiddie wading pools, fill it up, and submerge tire and rim. Any leaks will show as bubbles.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-01-2022, 12:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 641
Posted By Torskdoc423
DOT Strongly recommends changing tires on RV's @...

DOT Strongly recommends changing tires on RV's @ 5-6 years (IIRC), tread is to the wear marker's or when cracking of sidewalls occur (whichever comes 1st.). I would add cracking of the tread also.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-01-2022, 11:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,817
Posted By Torskdoc423
Drill the holes NOW, 30 miles on the L.I.Expy is...

Drill the holes NOW, 30 miles on the L.I.Expy is tough enough on a car or truck, much less a trailer. This will help keep the crack from progressing any further, while you get it to the shop.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-23-2022, 06:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 711
Posted By Torskdoc423
JohnB; Hate to bust yer chops in your post (which...

JohnB; Hate to bust yer chops in your post (which is excellent otherwise), but CARBON MONOXIDE is CO, not CO2.



For EVERYONE:

Both CO & CO2 are deadly but go about it in different ways. ...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 06-26-2022, 04:31 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
And for those pesky rubber grommets for the...

And for those pesky rubber grommets for the burner racks, Magic-Chef/Whirlpool doesn't make them anymore, but CAMCO does. Amazon had them. $4.62 a pack.



They come in packs of 4 and are...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 06-26-2022, 04:28 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Let's try this ...

Let's try this


https://www.sunlineclub.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=8872&stc=1&d=1656239207
Renaming it did the trick.
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 06-23-2022, 07:10 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
@johnB; Got everything un-winterized. ...

@johnB;


Got everything un-winterized. Gotta flush the waterlines and the tank some more after 1/2 gallon of bleach in the watertank sat for 4 hours, and flushed out 3 times(had close to 275ppm...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 06-18-2022, 06:06 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
John; Almost 2 yrs later and the Sunny is...

John;


Almost 2 yrs later and the Sunny is doing fine. I did however trade in the 2004 6.0L for a 1500 Silverado (2012) 5.3L, 6spd (6L80E), and 3.42rear. According to the book, it can pull a...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-05-2022, 04:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,404
Posted By Torskdoc423
I'll 2nd the Dinosaur boards. Installed one in...

I'll 2nd the Dinosaur boards. Installed one in 2008 on a RM2611 and 2 yrs ago on my Rm 2652 (turns out both use the same board) so my spare from the 2611 went on the 2652. Suggest a slow speed fan...
Forum: Announcements, News & Special Events 01-22-2022, 09:41 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,089
Posted By Torskdoc423
Sorry. All sold out.

Sorry. All sold out.
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-20-2021, 08:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,584
Posted By Torskdoc423
Some RV shops will have the small compartment...

Some RV shops will have the small compartment locks in bags of 1,2, or 4 locks (with keys, straight and curved cam arms) in different lengths ranging from 1/2" to 1-1/4". Take one of them and match...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-20-2021, 08:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 983
Posted By Torskdoc423
With the head literally in the center of the rig,...

With the head literally in the center of the rig, with the slideout next to it, it's gonna be hard to find a tarp that will fit without a lot of overhang. You living in it makes it harder to cover...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-11-2021, 05:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,011
Posted By Torskdoc423
Definately. Gave a few Gamma Globulin Shots over...

Definately. Gave a few Gamma Globulin Shots over 2 patrols. Hoo-boy! Human Dart Boards.:twisted::twisted::twisted:
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-11-2021, 05:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 914
Posted By Torskdoc423
1978 12-1/2'mc $6k?!?!?!?

In Chino Valley Az. ist sighting he wanted $6K.:-o:-o:-o, but he taped over the price. I want some of what this guy is smoking!!!! And it's "One of a Kind", too! :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-11-2021, 11:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,011
Posted By Torskdoc423
You guys haven't experienced REAL FUN! Wake up...

You guys haven't experienced REAL FUN! Wake up at 1-2am, shuffle off to the head (submarine), and unconciously go thru the chains with signs reading "Blowing San Tank, DO NOT USE!" Do your thing,...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-13-2021, 05:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,412
Posted By Torskdoc423
Google "RV VIN DECODER" some won't give you info...

Google "RV VIN DECODER" some won't give you info as they don't have databases for Co's that are defunct, but a few do.
Forum: Sunline Slide Room Travel Trailers 10-07-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,658
Posted By Torskdoc423
Mine crapped out this past summer also. Fuse...

Mine crapped out this past summer also. Fuse related, although it was the lead on the fuse holder end to the motherboard, had a cold solder joint and giving an intermittent. Re-Soldered both fuse...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-07-2021, 12:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,412
Posted By Torskdoc423
Go to files section and download the 2000 trailer...

Go to files section and download the 2000 trailer brochure. Will have floor plans and window locations, door locations. You could take some pictures of all sides and upload them to an album, then...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-22-2021, 12:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,682
Posted By Torskdoc423
I'm surprised nobody suggested checking the motor...

I'm surprised nobody suggested checking the motor for oiling ports at the bearing caps and/or shaft end. These DO get dry and the motor will start normally and die off within a minute or 2. Severe...
Forum: Sunline Owners Club FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 07-02-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 883
Posted By Torskdoc423
I got new decals for my T2570 last year off Ebay....

I got new decals for my T2570 last year off Ebay. They also had the older pre 2001 decals.
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 01-28-2021, 05:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,149
Posted By Torskdoc423
My 2570 started to leak at the joint into the...

My 2570 started to leak at the joint into the black tank. Pipe had split about 2/3 way around. Fiberglass mat cut into 4" wide strips and 1 8oz. Can of ABS cement. Lay down a layer of cement, work...
Forum: Sunline 5th Wheels 10-16-2020, 06:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,275
Posted By Torskdoc423
Sunline built 18footers in 5th wheel in the early...

Sunline built 18footers in 5th wheel in the early to mid 80's at least.



Go to the Files section at the top and find the year, then download the brochure. You'll find most all of the info...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-07-2020, 04:43 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Thanks on the Rig pic. It was kinda...

Thanks on the Rig pic.



It was kinda sad taking that picture in front of the old plant. Next time we go up there (in the spring), we'll stop by the #2 plant in Leola (about 10 miles away...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-01-2020, 01:05 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Side trip to Denver Pa. In front of old #1 plant...

Side trip to Denver Pa. In front of old #1 plant




https://www.sunlineclub.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=7845&stc=1&d=1601578966
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-30-2020, 07:07 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
At Mill Bridge Village Campground in Strasburg,...

At Mill Bridge Village Campground in Strasburg, Pa. Tomorrow's detour on the way home is Denver Pa, for pictures in front of old SUNLINE PLANT #1. Then home. Rained Cat's and Dog's last night. NO...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-25-2020, 06:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,899
Posted By Torskdoc423
I'd take them off and repair from the back side...

I'd take them off and repair from the back side with Fiberglass resin and cloth. If the flanges are cracked extend the fiberglass cloth onto the flanges. Let harden and then sand out the high spots...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-25-2020, 06:48 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
So in between curing the ABS Cement, and at the...

So in between curing the ABS Cement, and at the urging of CinCtrailer, I spent Sunday, Monday, and part of Tuesday, either on the roof or on a ladder most of the day, cleaning and then re-coating the...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-24-2020, 01:50 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Getting set up for the last run this year. I had...

Getting set up for the last run this year. I had the sink full (cleaned the fridge) and dumped it down the drain. Later I moved the truck and noted water where none should be (under the tanks). ...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-03-2020, 12:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,029
Posted By Torskdoc423
65(both of us).

65(both of us).
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 08-29-2020, 12:05 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Thanks John. On the "Honey Do" front. Christa...

Thanks John. On the "Honey Do" front. Christa doesn't like the sink/faucet in the kitchen,(TOO SMALL" and "SPLASHES too much from Faucet). It needed a faucet anyway, So I did some down and dirty...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 08-23-2020, 08:42 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Goal is to have the trailer as level as I can...

Goal is to have the trailer as level as I can conceivably get it while staying fairly level on the truck. I don't mind a little front end high as long as the GAWR front and rear aren't exceeded. ...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 08-08-2020, 04:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,054
Posted By Torskdoc423
Cut off is to isolate battery from Drains when...

Cut off is to isolate battery from Drains when not needed and for short term storage. Long term storage, remove battery and keep on float charge as needed.



Should you have a fire, the...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 08-07-2020, 02:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,054
Posted By Torskdoc423
If it's boiled DRY, distilled water isn't going...

If it's boiled DRY, distilled water isn't going to do anything in it. It will need Battery acid (get a gallon at the battery store). Empty the battery of the distilled water, and fill with Acid. ...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-30-2020, 05:50 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Something doesn't add up on the drawing. If...

Something doesn't add up on the drawing. If you've got 17" with the truck static, then subtract 1-1/4" for truck squat, that's 15-3/4" not 15-1/4". The 8 becomes 8-3/4" etc, etc.



I pulled...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-29-2020, 02:30 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Here's a pic of the other receiver shank. This...

Here's a pic of the other receiver shank. This is the one I bought back in March when the truck had the 4" rear lift on it. Got it at Amazon.


Reese 3215 Weight Distributing Hitch Bar -...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-29-2020, 02:22 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
I ended up tearing down the whole hitch, and grit...

I ended up tearing down the whole hitch, and grit blasted, primed and 2 coats of Black Rustoleum. New drawtite 12,000 lb. ball. The old one had peeling Chrome, and pitted from 25 years of use.

...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-29-2020, 08:55 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
Hitch box is truck receiver. Empty with...

Hitch box is truck receiver.

Empty with Full load Fuel is 17-1/4".



Loaded with gear and 2 persons of approx weight as us. 17-1/8"


Ball is Standard 2-5/16 short shank. 3-1/4"...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-28-2020, 04:09 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
John, If you go up a few posts(#69 or 70 as I...

John, If you go up a few posts(#69 or 70 as I recall), I can get the trailer pretty much level on 4 links free and 1-1/4" nose high on 5 links free.



Ball is a Standard rise 2-5/16" Resse...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-27-2020, 03:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 906
Posted By Torskdoc423
MillerLife; Welcome from another Marylander. ...

MillerLife; Welcome from another Marylander. Tongue weight (barebones) should be in the 1998 Brochure. Thats empty. No Water, no battery, Empty gas bottles, No stores, personal items, etc.

...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-27-2020, 03:00 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,522
Posted By Torskdoc423
John; Thanks for looking. In answer to your...

John; Thanks for looking. In answer to your questions.


1.) Weight #2 DID NOT INCLUDE MY WEIGHT (208#)


2.) Standing on the Step approx middle of Door and hanging on.
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-25-2020, 07:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 779
Posted By Torskdoc423
Miles; THE GFCI's in the trailer may be tripping...

Miles; THE GFCI's in the trailer may be tripping as Gary and mainah stated.



As for the Fridge;

Get the model # off the refridgerator, and take a picture of the area inside the door, pay...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-23-2020, 04:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 877
Posted By Torskdoc423
Tom. Got the same year/model. In the undersink...

Tom. Got the same year/model. In the undersink cabinet(bottom) you'll see another door. Open it and you'll find the back of the water heater, lines and the bypass valve.


Larry
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-23-2020, 07:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,906
Posted By Torskdoc423
Once you prove out the pressureized system, run...

Once you prove out the pressureized system, run water thru the drains and check joints for leaks, loose couplings, etc. Tighten up or replace cracked, or cross threaded sections (p or j traps, etc.)
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-21-2020, 05:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,906
Posted By Torskdoc423
JohnB (one of the senior members here) might...

JohnB (one of the senior members here) might know of a junkyard that specializes in RV trailers that you might get a door from. PM Him. Otherwise you can deconstruct, repair and reconstruct the...
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