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Forum: Classifieds Archive 08-07-2017, 07:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,586
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Is this still available? Thanks, ...

Hi,

Is this still available?

Thanks,
Joe
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-12-2013, 07:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,931
Posted By joe8grouse
Like what was mentioned above. Call Barker, they...

Like what was mentioned above. Call Barker, they are great supporting their products. A fine Michigan company I may add!

Joe & Tina
Forum: Sunline Community 10-15-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,572
Posted By joe8grouse
Hooked the 2653 up to the Tundra tonight. ...

Hooked the 2653 up to the Tundra tonight. Heading to the UP early in the morning for some grouse hunting and good times!

Joe & Tina
Forum: Modifications 10-08-2013, 07:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,839
Posted By joe8grouse
Nice work Hutch! You have given me motivation to...

Nice work Hutch! You have given me motivation to replace my noisy unit. Need to decide a few things about location, but am narrowing it down. Your pictures are a great guide for anyone doing this...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 10-01-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,630
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, I stand corrected. Still, propane with...

Hi,

I stand corrected. Still, propane with its odor shouldn't need a detector. Maybe my nose is more finicky than most. Since this is a propane detector, next mod is going to be a carbon...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-30-2013, 05:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,630
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, The simple answer is the detector is for...

Hi,

The simple answer is the detector is for carbon monoxide. The rotten egg smell added to liquid propane is what is supposed to tip us off that there is a leak. The propane detector is your...
Forum: Modifications 09-30-2013, 05:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,879
Posted By joe8grouse
Nice job. Had a similar mount in our 2363. I...

Nice job. Had a similar mount in our 2363. I just put a piece of 2x4 on the inside of the overhead kitchen cabinet and put the lags into that. Was able to swing the TV in all sorts of directions. ...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-27-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,283
Posted By joe8grouse
9 Days Camping in MI

Hi All,

Returned home Wednesday night from 9 nights worth of camping heaven. The first 4 nights we spent at Lakeport SP just north of Port Huron. There were two other Sunlines there during our...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-11-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,565
Posted By joe8grouse
I would check the wire connections on the TV...

I would check the wire connections on the TV socket. Take it a part and see what the wires look like where they attach to the socket. I that doesn't fix the problem, then start with the wires going...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-11-2013, 07:17 PM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,572
Posted By joe8grouse
My throttle thumb is getting itchy. Hope we have...

My throttle thumb is getting itchy. Hope we have another good winter here in MI. Did over 1,500 miles on the trails last winter and all were a blast!

Joe & Tina
Forum: Sunline Community 09-01-2013, 07:46 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,506
Posted By joe8grouse
Thanks John. She found one at the local big box...

Thanks John. She found one at the local big box store. It works great like you say. Easy to throw in the truck and sits nicely under our table we set up under the awning. Even has enough room in...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-31-2013, 06:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,976
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, I mounted 2 pairs of stabilizers scissor...

Hi,

I mounted 2 pairs of stabilizers scissor jacks on our T2251. It wasn't too bad, just make sure you have the right tools. That is, quality drill bits, clamps, floor jack, and safety glasses. ...
Forum: Sunline Community 08-31-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,271
Posted By joe8grouse
I'll print the above out and clip it to my visor!...

I'll print the above out and clip it to my visor! Jon, maybe you can make up a handy dandy chart for use on the road! For us novices of course. :)

Joe & Tina
Forum: Sunline 5th Wheels 08-31-2013, 06:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,315
Posted By joe8grouse
Nice job. That ceiling looks great. Looks like...

Nice job. That ceiling looks great. Looks like a nice layout with lots of storage as is typical in a Sunline! Happy camping!

Joe & Tina
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-30-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,938
Posted By joe8grouse
Thanks for the suggestions and comments. I like...

Thanks for the suggestions and comments. I like the looks of the Iota. I seem to remember a post of the converter box modification, but can't seem to find it. Matthew, was that your mod? The new...
Forum: Sunline Community 08-30-2013, 09:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,506
Posted By joe8grouse
We like our new Char Broil Grill2Go. Nice easy...

We like our new Char Broil Grill2Go. Nice easy set up and clean up. DW had a great idea to purchase a plastic storage tote for it. Makes it super easy to transport and store. Still debating on...
Forum: Sunline Community 08-30-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,271
Posted By joe8grouse
Well I guess I had better start memorizing those...

Well I guess I had better start memorizing those brochures!! We weren't towing our TT, just taking granddaughter back home. Letting the masses enjoy the last weekend of summer. Starting two weeks...
Forum: Sunline Community 08-29-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,271
Posted By joe8grouse
Sunline Sightings on I-96

Hi,

Were heading over to Brighton tonight from the Lansing area, so we were east bound on I96. In the course of about 20 miles we spotted 2 different Sunlines being towed west. I apologize, but...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 08-27-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,736
Posted By joe8grouse
Nice looking unit. We enjoyed our 2363 a lot. ...

Nice looking unit. We enjoyed our 2363 a lot. It is a great layout, especially for a couple, and of course a dog! Sunline quality is unparalleled and you will have many years of enjoyment as long...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-27-2013, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,667
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Could be the regulator on the propane...

Hi,

Could be the regulator on the propane tanks. I just replaced mine as I could only get the water heater to fire for only a few seconds at a time. Didn't have a manometer to measure LP...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-26-2013, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,938
Posted By joe8grouse
Converter Advice

Hi,

The CS3000 in our T2653 is driving me crazy with the fan "noise". I say "noise" because it isn't unduly loud, it just runs all the time. It picks up in speed when we use 12 volts and then...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 08-20-2013, 07:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,758
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Welcome to the club. Take of your...

Hi,

Welcome to the club. Take of your little trailer and it will take care of you. Happy camping.

Joe & Tina
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-20-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,782
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Like Chuck said about 740 lbs. I...

Hi,

Like Chuck said about 740 lbs. I haven't officially weighed our 2000 T2653, but would guess right about 1,000 lbs loaded. It is easy to add weight to the tongue on this model as the kitchen...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 08-13-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,492
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi Lou, Welcome to the club. 2 5/16 is the...

Hi Lou,

Welcome to the club. 2 5/16 is the standard size ball for a towable travel trailer. We owned a 2363 and found the layout perfect for the two of us and the dog. Now the grandkids want to...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 08-09-2013, 09:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,791
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Make sure you have enough vehicle to tow...

Hi,

Make sure you have enough vehicle to tow it with. Most here on the site will advise to stay within 70-80% of your vehicle's towing capacity. Much better to be safe and sound, not to mention...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 08-09-2013, 09:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,062
Posted By joe8grouse
I meant memorable journey's. Memorial journey's...

I meant memorable journey's. Memorial journey's probably wouldn't be too much fun. :)
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-09-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,992
Posted By joe8grouse
Looks real nice Anita. Hope you have a good...

Looks real nice Anita. Hope you have a good trip.

Joe & Tina
Forum: Introduce Yourself 08-09-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,062
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Let me be the first to welcome you to...

Hi,

Let me be the first to welcome you to the club. We are a pretty laid back helpful bunch. There should be a little flip lever on the end of the awning roller you will need to move in order...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 08-05-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,697
Posted By joe8grouse
Our 2000 T-2653 has the medicine cabinet over the...

Our 2000 T-2653 has the medicine cabinet over the toilet also. Our 1998 T-2363 had the medicine cabinet over the sink. Does make me nervous about something falling in the "hopper" too. We have a...
Forum: Sunline Community 08-05-2013, 05:56 PM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,572
Posted By joe8grouse
Well the test run with the new antenna was a...

Well the test run with the new antenna was a success. We spent 4 nights at Seven Lakes State Park near Holly MI. Granted we were in a very populated area, south of Flint, north west of Detroit, and...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 07-28-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,951
Posted By joe8grouse
Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller

Hi,

Just got back home from my first tow with the new brake controller. Only about an hour and a half each way, but what a difference. This thing is smooth as smooth can be. The difference in...
Forum: Sunlines For Sale 07-28-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,888
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Any more information? Year, price, pics...

Hi,

Any more information? Year, price, pics etc. That would help for us to get a feel for what you have. Good luck in your sale.

Joe & Tina
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 07-25-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 27,202
Posted By joe8grouse
Ditto for us on the Tundra. Markbrit you have...

Ditto for us on the Tundra. Markbrit you have the same set up as us, only our TT is a 2000 and our TV is a 2008. Towed it last night to a campground about an 1 hour north for my wife,...
Forum: Sunline Community 07-23-2013, 08:08 PM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,572
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, I installed an new digital antenna on...

Hi,

I installed an new digital antenna on our Sunny tonight. Will report back on the results after this weekend. CW had them on "sale" last week. Here is the link for this item: Jack Digital...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 07-22-2013, 07:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,918
Posted By joe8grouse
I did as Paul indicated on my 94 T-2251, just...

I did as Paul indicated on my 94 T-2251, just bought a new fixture. Probably about $10 and it was pretty close to the old foot print. There is only a small, 3/4 inch, diameter hold in behind and...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 07-20-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,925
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Posting to say we have sold this unit. ...

Hi,

Posting to say we have sold this unit. A nice couple who is getting back in to camping will be taking it to their home today. I think we will have another member of the SOC as they have...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-13-2013, 07:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,578
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Nice looking coach. There is a product...

Hi,

Nice looking coach. There is a product that strips the old coating off the roof. It is part of a two step process with the second part being a fresh coat of paint/sealer. It is a days worth...
Forum: Sunline Community 07-12-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,636
Posted By joe8grouse
Looks great Dale! The light colors really work...

Looks great Dale! The light colors really work for that space.
Forum: Introduce Yourself 06-28-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,904
Posted By joe8grouse
Welcome

Hi,

Welcome to "our" forum. A T2251 was our first Sunline. Now on our third one since 2009. I don't think there is a bad design in any Sunline, just need to find the one that fits your camping...
Forum: Sunline Community 06-12-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,379
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Thanks Gary, and to the others that have...

Hi,

Thanks Gary, and to the others that have replied so far. Yes, this PM was from Van Willis. I did find "him" in Sequim Washington.

I do understand Paypal is legit, but the other parts of...
Forum: Sunline Community 06-12-2013, 06:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,379
Posted By joe8grouse
Advice needed

Hi Everyone,

Received a PM regarding my 2363 that I put in the "for sale" section. Need some thoughts on wether this sounds on the up and up, or not. "Member" just joined our group today and...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 06-10-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,925
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi All, Just adding a comment that this one...

Hi All,

Just adding a comment that this one is still available. We really love your new 2653, but will hate to see the 2363 go. Hoping someone on this list knows of someone interested in this...
Forum: Modifications 06-07-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,313
Posted By joe8grouse
With the new TV, I couldn't complain at all about...

With the new TV, I couldn't complain at all about how the trailer handled on the first trip. We had a steady 20 mph cross wind, with higher gusts, coming home and I didn't feel any out of the...
Forum: Modifications 06-03-2013, 08:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,313
Posted By joe8grouse
After pics

Howdy,

Well, here are some after pics from the flip. Yes, she sits higher and the wife gave me a "look" when we picked it up. The PO had built some some steps for his wife to use as she had...
Forum: Modifications 05-22-2013, 07:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,313
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, Well the "new" Sunny is at the local RV...

Hi,

Well the "new" Sunny is at the local RV dealer getting the flip done tomorrow. Here are some before shots as we heading out earlier today. Oh, and that's the "new" TV too. Will post some...
Forum: Sunline Community 05-21-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,614
Posted By joe8grouse
Heading out on Monday too, for the UP. Indian...

Heading out on Monday too, for the UP. Indian Lake State Park near Manistique. Will be entertained by the traffic heading south as we head in my favorite direction, north! We will be at least an...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 05-20-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,294
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi, We just purchased a 2000 2653 and could...

Hi,

We just purchased a 2000 2653 and could maybe offer some help. We were lucky to get all documentation, even a 2000 brochure! Let me know what it is you are looking for and I can see what I...
Forum: Modifications 05-12-2013, 09:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,313
Posted By joe8grouse
Thanks for all the responses. I struggled with...

Thanks for all the responses. I struggled with this decision, wanted to keep the original look of the trailer. I think in the long run we will be happy with this choice. A little booster step is a...
Forum: Modifications 05-07-2013, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,313
Posted By joe8grouse
Doing the flip!

Hi,

Made an appointment with a local dealer to get the new to us 2000 2653's axles flipped. Debated about this with the 2363, but didn't really have any issues with that TT. The 2635's length...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 05-07-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,925
Posted By joe8grouse
Hi Jon, Thanks for the comments. ...

Hi Jon,

Thanks for the comments. Unfortunately, we won't be able to make the Michigan M&G this year. Our son is coming home that week/weekend from Alabama. He was recently engaged and want to...
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