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Forum: Other Brands 10-25-2013, 12:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,985
Posted By frank_a
Sure girls. Like the way we we're looking at...

Sure girls. Like the way we we're looking at eggs (months and months of pros and cons to settle on one), we did the same with a new tow vehicle. After considerable research and discussion, Gail...
Forum: Other Brands 10-25-2013, 11:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,985
Posted By frank_a
It's easier than the Sunline. The only hold up...

It's easier than the Sunline. The only hold up is me doing a bit of PEX plumbing to run a valved line to the hot water tank. I'm pretty sure new ones have this done already. We're #006.

We...
Forum: Other Brands 10-25-2013, 05:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,985
Posted By frank_a
Thanks girls, much appreciated. Your Tahoe...

Thanks girls, much appreciated. Your Tahoe should have no problem at all towing a ParkLiner. I hope to get Gail's new Escape wired for towing it this weekend, along with a bunch of other projects. ...
Forum: Other Brands 10-24-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,985
Posted By frank_a
This is one of the best space engineered travel...

This is one of the best space engineered travel trailers we have ever set eyes on Larry. And yes, while most have the one seam around the middle, the U-Haul versions (only made in '83 and '84) have...
Forum: Other Brands 10-24-2013, 12:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,985
Posted By frank_a
Sold it a while ago to some folks who came over...

Sold it a while ago to some folks who came over from Boston. Forget their name right off, but thought they might magically appear on the forums here.

Frank
Forum: Other Brands 10-24-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,985
Posted By frank_a
Compact, yes, and cute, but about the same size...

Compact, yes, and cute, but about the same size as our T-1550 that had only a full size bed. We've graduated to queen size, which was a major consideration in buying a new or newer trailer. This...
Forum: Other Brands 10-24-2013, 09:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,985
Posted By frank_a
Those Escapes are a bit out of our price range...

Those Escapes are a bit out of our price range Henry, but boy, we saw a nice 5th wheel Escape at an "egg" rally near here earlier in the month. They are quality trailers, but part of the problem for...
Forum: Other Brands 10-24-2013, 06:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,985
Posted By frank_a
Our new (to us) ParkLiner

Sunline trailers helped Gail & I figure out that travel trailers were a great alternative to tents. But at the same time we learned there were drawbacks to these stick built trailers. Basically,...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 08-27-2013, 04:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,010
Posted By frank_a
Thanks! We're looking at buying a fiberglass...

Thanks! We're looking at buying a fiberglass trailer, commonly called "eggs." Probably next spring as we save our precious pennies...

Frank
Forum: Classifieds Archive 08-27-2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,010
Posted By frank_a
Trailer is sold, just so ya all know

Thanks for all the help over the last couple years with the Sunlines. They're great trailers, and we've very much enjoyed getting to know all you good folks. All the best to you and all Sunline...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 07-30-2013, 02:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,010
Posted By frank_a
Thank you Gene. It was quite a project, but she...

Thank you Gene. It was quite a project, but she is ready to roll. We've had a great time in it, and our grown kids and their "significant others" like to stay in in when they visit. It's a great...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 07-29-2013, 12:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,010
Posted By frank_a
1983 T-1550 near Albany NY - $2500

We bought this cool little trailer a year ago, and after fixing it all up, have decided to go bigger. First thing done was coating the chassis with POR15, and painting visible parts of the chassis. ...
Forum: Sunline Community 06-06-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,429
Posted By frank_a
Yeah, well, when we sell our T-1550, the next one...

Yeah, well, when we sell our T-1550, the next one is NOT going to be a project, trust me. Oh, maybe projects I want to do, but none I do NOT want to do. Been there, done that, need to buy something...
Forum: Sunline Sunspot Travel Trailers 06-06-2013, 08:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,861
Posted By frank_a
Thanks Bruce, but this post concerned a previous...

Thanks Bruce, but this post concerned a previous trailer (our tiny little Sunspot), not the current one (T-1550). Current one came all set with two tanks, no problems.

Frank
Forum: Sunline Community 06-05-2013, 07:33 AM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,429
Posted By frank_a
Yes, I know about wind on the high plains, having...

Yes, I know about wind on the high plains, having lived in Rawlins Wyoming for many years. All the local jokes were about the wind. We were just east of a basin in the continental divide. It was...
Forum: Sunline Community 06-05-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,429
Posted By frank_a
Boy, looks great! I wish I had one of those...

Boy, looks great!

I wish I had one of those fold-out awnings. We have the old fashioned one with the separate telescoping poles. The poles are 30 years old (like our T-1550) and are not great. ...
Forum: Sunline Community 05-21-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,429
Posted By frank_a
Well, after repairing the rotten wood around the...

Well, after repairing the rotten wood around the rear window in our T-1550, re-doing the interior paneling on the back wall (came out great!), flushing the water system, getting the hot water tank...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-14-2013, 07:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,820
Posted By frank_a
Thanks guys. Guess I'll be pulling the back...

Thanks guys. Guess I'll be pulling the back apart whether I want to or not. I want this trailer to be in good shape so we can sell it in a year or two & get something newer that's not set out and...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-13-2013, 06:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,820
Posted By frank_a
Source for siding?

I vertically ripped a piece of siding under the rear window in my early 80's 1550 over the last weekend. Is it possible to buy new siding that would work, let alone be the right color? I did a...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 05-06-2013, 08:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,984
Posted By frank_a
What I found with the window was that existing...

What I found with the window was that existing screw holes do not allow me to tighten the screws sufficiently to get a good seal, even with a couple wooden toothpicks in the holes. Larger screws...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 05-03-2013, 07:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,984
Posted By frank_a
Okay, here's some pics. First is the inside,...

Okay, here's some pics. First is the inside, where I replaced the entire bottom, half the top and the right side upright (in the pic, that is on the left side).T he top and bottom pieces are glued...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 05-03-2013, 04:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,984
Posted By frank_a
Tearing the outer skin off the back is...

Tearing the outer skin off the back is intimidating to me!

We have a safe neighborhood here, and let's face it, this is a 30 year old trailer. Security is not my concern. I worry more about...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 05-02-2013, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,984
Posted By frank_a
New framing for rear window - 1550

Yesterday I spent most all day trying to figure out how to replace the internal wood structure for the back window in our 1550. My basic problem is I do not have anyplace indoors to work, so needed...
Forum: Sunline Owners Meet & Greet 02-27-2013, 06:14 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,000
Posted By frank_a
I think a place like that would be great. ...

I think a place like that would be great. They're set up for year round camping too, so it would be an easy place to go, no hassles.

Frank
Forum: Sunline Owners Meet & Greet 02-25-2013, 12:41 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,000
Posted By frank_a
Yeah, us too maybe, but are we talking the two...

Yeah, us too maybe, but are we talking the two weekends before Columbus Day, or the one after it? Columbus Day is the 14th this year.

I have some major rear window repairs to do before we head...
Forum: Sunline Owners Meet & Greet 12-31-2012, 05:40 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,000
Posted By frank_a
I have the same question! C'mon mainah, clue us...

I have the same question! C'mon mainah, clue us poor folks in!

Happy New Year all!

Frank
Forum: Sunline Community 11-21-2012, 09:33 AM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,429
Posted By frank_a
I know what busy is like Dale. I took the...

I know what busy is like Dale. I took the pictures this past weekend and haven't had time to mine up!

Frank
Forum: Sunline Community 11-21-2012, 09:04 AM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,429
Posted By frank_a
How about some pics of the steps Dale? Mine are...

How about some pics of the steps Dale? Mine are junk, and for right now we use a plastic fold-out step stool.

Maybe tomorrow I can get some pics up of my next project - rebuild of the rear window...
Forum: Modifications 11-09-2012, 04:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,212
Posted By frank_a
Looks like you're doing a great job! What kind...

Looks like you're doing a great job! What kind of flooring did you put down?

Frank
Forum: Modifications 11-07-2012, 08:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,067
Posted By frank_a
I'm sure that's it Mack. When we first got our...

I'm sure that's it Mack. When we first got our reverse osmosis installation under the kitchen sink, I started watering house plants with it. Pretty soon they were all doing poorly. Back to tap...
Forum: Modifications 11-07-2012, 03:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,067
Posted By frank_a
I'm sure it's the water Jon. We have terrible...

I'm sure it's the water Jon. We have terrible well water here, and a major water treatment installation in our basement. It eats up stuff in the house (sinks, toilets and such) regularly. On the...
Forum: Modifications 11-06-2012, 05:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,067
Posted By frank_a
Drained the hot water - need new tube!

Finally got winterization done this chilly 25 degree morning. Had drained the potable water tank, opened all the faucets a while ago, but had not done the brand new hot water tank. Imagine my...
Forum: Sunline Owners Meet & Greet 10-19-2012, 11:18 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,000
Posted By frank_a
Thanks for letting me know about this Debbie! ...

Thanks for letting me know about this Debbie! I'll talk to Gail and see what week might work for us. Sounds like a neat deal, and Gail is from a down east mainah family!

We've been kicking...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 10-05-2012, 05:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,032
Posted By frank_a
Well folks, we're in Fredonia playing with our...

Well folks, we're in Fredonia playing with our grandson. More later!

Frank
Forum: Classifieds Archive 10-04-2012, 05:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,032
Posted By frank_a
If we ever get a bigger TV, we'll be looking! ...

If we ever get a bigger TV, we'll be looking!

I hope you guys are doing well. We enjoyed talking with you over dinner.

Frank
Forum: Sunline Community 09-26-2012, 03:24 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,975
Posted By frank_a
All great suggestions, thanks! I removed the...

All great suggestions, thanks! I removed the spare and carried it in the truck. I moved heavier stuff in the rear utility compartment up to the front one, and consciously loaded the trailer so...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-25-2012, 05:51 PM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,429
Posted By frank_a
Jon, is there someplace I can get info on what...

Jon, is there someplace I can get info on what exactly to do for winterization of systems? We pulled all the cushions, opened everything up. cleaned everywhere we could, and tarped the trailer...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 09-24-2012, 03:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,162
Posted By frank_a
Welcome! We're in Coeymans Hollow south of...

Welcome! We're in Coeymans Hollow south of Albany, north of Catskill with a '83 T-1550. We were at Nick's Lake too! Gee, rain? What rain?

Frank
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-23-2012, 07:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,607
Posted By frank_a
No big deal Jon, just want to take care of it and...

No big deal Jon, just want to take care of it and get it fixed. Not a surprise in a trailer 30 tears old next year. I just hope the window is the culprit.

Frank
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 09-23-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,607
Posted By frank_a
Window leak?

When Gail was taking out cushions today, she noticed wet down in the back left corner. I checked the roof first, seals around lights and all, then figured I'd go inside and tear out from down to up...
Forum: Sunline Owners Meet & Greet 09-23-2012, 06:39 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 13,601
Posted By frank_a
This was how we looked Friday morning on our way...

This was how we looked Friday morning on our way out.

This is our 9# 7 1/2 month old puppy right after his bath before the dinner Saturday night. Man he was dirty. Isn't it amazing positions...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-23-2012, 06:26 PM
Replies: 559
Views: 96,429
Posted By frank_a
Good for you guys! Enjoy it! Frank

Good for you guys! Enjoy it!

Frank
Forum: Sunline Owners Meet & Greet 09-23-2012, 10:19 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 13,601
Posted By frank_a
We're home, got here a little before noon, and of...

We're home, got here a little before noon, and of course, just a beautiful day. Also, a boringly uneventful trip, just the kind we like! We sure enjoyed the meet, rain or not, and had a great time....
Forum: Sunline Community 09-21-2012, 03:08 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,975
Posted By frank_a
Steve, by WD, do you mean weight distribution? I...

Steve, by WD, do you mean weight distribution? I am very concerned about that. That is why I removed the spare as much as anything last night, and Gail and I discussed moving heavy things inside...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-20-2012, 07:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,975
Posted By frank_a
Hi Jon, I'm thinking maybe a dual receiver...

Hi Jon,

I'm thinking maybe a dual receiver hitch on the pick-up like this:

Buyers Dual Hitch Extension, Model# 1804010 | Hitch Adapters| Northern Tool + Equipment...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-20-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,975
Posted By frank_a
Steve, I'm my own local welding shop buddy. At...

Steve, I'm my own local welding shop buddy. At least I used to be good at it - it's been a while. That was my next thought, plus I do not need 5000# capacity. Just something solid I could mount...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-20-2012, 03:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,975
Posted By frank_a
Gulp! $536 (before taxes) for a frame mounted...

Gulp! $536 (before taxes) for a frame mounted hitch from Curt?!? Whew! And then is it even worth it if it adds so much weight I can't load bikes on it without screwing up my tongue weight and...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-20-2012, 03:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,975
Posted By frank_a
Yes Steve, that is what we will do with the...

Yes Steve, that is what we will do with the jacks, no problem there!

Got home and 1st thing I did was remove the spare and spare mount from the back bumper. It is not a problem to store that baby...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-20-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,975
Posted By frank_a
Boy Steve, that is great info, thanks! I'll pull...

Boy Steve, that is great info, thanks! I'll pull the spare off tonight or tomorrow before we go. I had no idea. Plus I'm one of those folks you would be cringing at because we use our jacks under...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-20-2012, 12:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,975
Posted By frank_a
Mine is square 4" steel tubing. Maybe one of the...

Mine is square 4" steel tubing. Maybe one of the Sunline gurus could pitch in here. Steve? Jon?

Frank
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