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Forum: Sunline Community 01-01-2008, 06:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,403
Posted By chriseck
We just finished a week in Clermont,Fl. at...

We just finished a week in Clermont,Fl. at Clerbrook Rv an Golf Resort.Saw two other Sunlines there besides ours.This is about 95mi form our home.Only know of one thats local in Clearwater,Fl. near...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-10-2007, 05:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,707
Posted By chriseck
when we first brought the 276sr home from the...

when we first brought the 276sr home from the dealer it squatted the Dodge 1500 quad cab just enough to make things perfectly level.With the added stuff in the front storage compartment,under the...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-09-2007, 06:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,707
Posted By chriseck
The item Im talking about is from Blue ox.I would...

The item Im talking about is from Blue ox.I would like to try the WD-bars with the air bags and friction sway control to see how that setup would work.The receiver on the truck is rated for 1,200 lbs...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-07-2007, 05:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,707
Posted By chriseck
Has any used the Trucenter piston setup for sway control

Currently use a single friction sway control with our T 276sr.It works ok but I would like something better.No longer use the WD-bars as the newley installed air bags work just great.Never had the...
Forum: Sunline Community 04-02-2007, 05:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,160
Posted By chriseck
Mark, mounted one of the cheap 5000w generators...

Mark, mounted one of the cheap 5000w generators on the trailer tongue.Added a extra muffler,heat shield,larger fuel tank and routed the exhaust to the ground.Its a pull cord start but it powers...
Forum: Sunline Community 02-22-2007, 03:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,168
Posted By chriseck
David, the up and down is common,but you can...

David, the up and down is common,but you can control it more with upgraded shocks to help damping/rebound motion.The air bag system on our Dodge 1500 provides a more stable up/down motion compared...
Forum: Sunline Community 02-21-2007, 04:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,406
Posted By chriseck
Dealer willing to help with warranty issue.

Our radio in our new 276sr will not receive or hold a clear signal for sound, nothing but lots of static.Our dealer Rv World of Lakeland Fl, has been helpful in resolving our problem.After sending...
Forum: Sunline Community 02-02-2007, 04:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,907
Posted By chriseck
Good list to have as the joy of a new camper...

Good list to have as the joy of a new camper inspection at the dealership can cloud your mind.Also I try to compare the options list and brochure pictures to the unit.Still missed a few things...
Forum: Sunline Community 02-02-2007, 04:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,767
Posted By chriseck
A friend a mine who operates a mobile welding biz...

A friend a mine who operates a mobile welding biz came to my house where we flipped the axles on our pre sunline, 2001 26ft keystone trailer for the same reasons you all mentioned.This worked...
Forum: Modifications 02-02-2007, 03:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,536
Posted By chriseck
Installed the air bags yesterday.It took about...

Installed the air bags yesterday.It took about 2hrs.The air rachet saved me alot of time and hard work.Did the entire job while the truck sat on the ground.The kit fits very good and only had to...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 01-31-2007, 03:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,825
Posted By chriseck
JohnB,Nice pictures and thanks for the link to...

JohnB,Nice pictures and thanks for the link to the tongue scale page. Chris.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 01-31-2007, 03:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,140
Posted By chriseck
Your roof dimple was caused by something.The dent...

Your roof dimple was caused by something.The dent must be between a set of roof rafters.As long as its not punctured thru the outer surface youll be ok.I know your not supposed to but I gently place...
Forum: Modifications 01-30-2007, 05:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,536
Posted By chriseck
Sunline fan,did you have to do any drilling on...

Sunline fan,did you have to do any drilling on your Ford to install the bags?Also do you find the standard shocks able to control damping and rebound properly? Kanyonkitty,a 3/4 Ton truck would...
Forum: Modifications 01-29-2007, 04:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,536
Posted By chriseck
Air bags anyone else using them

The T-276sr really squats the Dodge 1500 Q-cab we tow with.Tryed the helper 1/4 leaf with no positive results.The heavy duty load bars work ok but max out when we load up the golf cart.Ordered...
Forum: Sunline Community 01-29-2007, 05:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,916
Posted By chriseck
Since the damage is severe and insurance has left...

Since the damage is severe and insurance has left you out in the cold, you might as well tear into it and trace the water stains from its entry point into the camper.I would try removing [peeling...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 01-29-2007, 04:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,620
Posted By chriseck
water leak in bathroom

Our 2nd time out with the 2- month old T-276sr noticed water leaking under the tub onto the floor.Removed the access pannel found that someone at the factory did a quick fix on one of the threaded...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 01-23-2007, 04:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,243
Posted By chriseck
John B,I would like to reweigh everything the way...

John B,I would like to reweigh everything the way your describe to get more accurate weights for trailer/truck/tounge etc.I did tow the weight on I-75 thru central Fl. without sway control,load bars...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 01-22-2007, 06:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,243
Posted By chriseck
Weighed the trailer/truck anyone?

Pulled into a truck scale on U.S.19 in north Fl.Trailer was 7600lbs and the truck was 7740lbs.We were loaded with full fresh water for dry camping and lots of x-mas gifts.The Dodge had a golf cart in...
Forum: Sunline Slide Room Travel Trailers 01-22-2007, 04:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,813
Posted By chriseck
You brought up a good question.If it was light...

You brought up a good question.If it was light out and not raining I would like to see if I can get mine to work using the manual tool and if a rachet is needed.
Forum: Modifications 01-19-2007, 03:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,098
Posted By chriseck
Thanks for the replys.I found replacement outside...

Thanks for the replys.I found replacement outside vents in PPLs catlog for about $10.00,but it would require a pretty good size hole in order to mount in the outside wall.Will have to mull this over...
Forum: Modifications 01-18-2007, 05:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,098
Posted By chriseck
Why no vent for the stove fan?

After getting our 276-sr we were supprised[over looked] that there was no exterior vent for the stove fan.Is this common on sunlines?We really miss being able to remove the heat produced from cooking...
Forum: Modifications 01-10-2007, 02:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,910
Posted By chriseck
Sounds like you have a good aux power setup with...

Sounds like you have a good aux power setup with the batteries.A small gen as you suggest would be perfect to help keep the batteries charged when the pannels cant.We dont dry camp much at all,most...
Forum: Sunline Community 01-10-2007, 04:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,257
Posted By chriseck
As we have a 276sr also 11/05 build date sorry to...

As we have a 276sr also 11/05 build date sorry to here you are having some issues.I would try laying inside the compartment if you can fit and simulate the rain storm with some garden hoses using a...
Forum: Modifications 01-10-2007, 04:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,910
Posted By chriseck
Emam,thanks for the reply.As soon as the kids...

Emam,thanks for the reply.As soon as the kids show me how to upload some pictures I will.Purchased the cabinet at WalMart for about $75.00.The wood color is close,used liquid nails and found some...
Forum: Modifications 01-09-2007, 07:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,910
Posted By chriseck
How we Modified our solaris 276sr

New to the Sunline forum but not to camping.Modifications to our Solaris 276sr are tounge mount 5000w generator,relocate propane tanks foward to make room for generator,install metal heat shield...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 01-09-2007, 06:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,752
Posted By chriseck
Thats a good price for a 276sr.We purchased our...

Thats a good price for a 276sr.We purchased our 276sr in Dec 06.It was titled as a 06 with a 11/05 build date.We were$ 22,800 out the door tax ,tag etc on a $29,800 msrp.Its loaded with optoins,I...
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