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Forum: Modifications 07-19-2021, 06:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By ScottK
I think they all have a drinking problem...more...

I think they all have a drinking problem...more or less.

I'll be sure to report back.
Forum: Modifications 07-17-2021, 10:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By ScottK
Yup. Long history of Toyota trucks back to 1997....

Yup. Long history of Toyota trucks back to 1997. I chose the new big 7.3 gasser & 10 speed tranny. I was spending enough money and couldn't justify another 10k for the diesel. Based on my first...
Forum: Modifications 07-17-2021, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By ScottK
Thanks John. Just got back from a 3 day camping...

Thanks John. Just got back from a 3 day camping trip. I was playing with worst case loading after I got home. Black and grey tanks 3/4 full (located toward the back), 1 of 2 propane tanks empty,...
Forum: Modifications 07-14-2021, 04:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By ScottK
The beauty of this setup is the ability to use...

The beauty of this setup is the ability to use the bike rack on the truck, once we arrive at our destination. Or remove it completely if we don’t need it for a certain trip. The bumper is so solid...
Forum: Modifications 07-14-2021, 04:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By ScottK
Two more problems to solve. First, my Kuat NV...

Two more problems to solve. First, my Kuat NV 2.0 Three bike rack isn’t rated for the back of an RV. So my solution is to give it more support. I dabbed up an additional cradle to support and...
Forum: Modifications 07-14-2021, 04:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By ScottK
PICTURE 1: When everything was test fit on the...

PICTURE 1: When everything was test fit on the camper, I tacked the frame extension to them bumper and removed the whole assembly for better welding position. I suck at welding in perfect position,...
Forum: Modifications 07-14-2021, 04:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By ScottK
PICTURE 1: Bumper test fit - looks good ...

PICTURE 1: Bumper test fit - looks good

PICTURE 2: A better look of the frame extensions - rounded the corners off & drilled bolt holes.

PICTURE 3: Welded 1/8” x 1-1/2 flat stock inside the...
Forum: Modifications 07-14-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By ScottK
Upgraded Bumper and Bike Rack

I’ve been trying to figure out how and where to store our bikes while traveling. Front of truck, top of truck, tongue of camper, in the truck, in the camper, or back of the camper Once we decided...
Forum: Modifications 09-23-2020, 10:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By ScottK
After filling the tank fully and leaving it...

After filling the tank fully and leaving it overnight, the tank sagged enough to actually rest on the axle. Now it did cross my mind, that the axle tube might be just fine to support a bit of weight...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-22-2020, 03:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,041
Posted By ScottK
Blue and silver lever is the pressure release...

Blue and silver lever is the pressure release safety valve. It just protects the hot water heater from expansion.

The two lines under the bathroom sink are your low point drains. They will...
Forum: Modifications 09-21-2020, 08:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By ScottK
Holy cowl! That angle iron must be more like...

Holy cowl! That angle iron must be more like angle sheet metal lol. Well my 1/8"x2x2 angle on one side and 1/8x2x3 on the other won't buckle, but the belly out will definitely won't happen. To what...
Forum: Modifications 09-20-2020, 09:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,050
Posted By ScottK
I don't love how close together the the jack...

I don't love how close together the the jack posts are. That's clearly the weak point. We're camping this weekend and will be the trial run with it. It ought to be pretty clear right away if...
Forum: Modifications 09-20-2020, 09:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By ScottK
I will keep that in mind if I do another project....

I will keep that in mind if I do another project. The stuff I used is way stiff, but it's in and working now.
Forum: Modifications 09-20-2020, 09:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By ScottK
I bought the ripple and smooth combo. I agree,...

I bought the ripple and smooth combo. I agree, I've resorted to silicone in the past with the ripple only. Even still, I use double pipe clamps. I also noticed today, that I poked a little hope in...
Forum: Modifications 09-20-2020, 09:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By ScottK
I had an issue I wondering about before I...

I had an issue I wondering about before I started. The 3 way valve (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EDQQCE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) (pic with the single valve) I used...
Forum: Modifications 09-19-2020, 11:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,050
Posted By ScottK
All summer, I've been toying with the idea of...

All summer, I've been toying with the idea of welding some sort of structure on the back to support a bike rack. I've seen a few of these tongue mounted bike racks...
Forum: Modifications 09-19-2020, 11:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,703
Posted By ScottK
I just posted my addition of a 2nd water tank...

I just posted my addition of a 2nd water tank here (https://www.sunlineclub.com/forums/f65/added-a-2nd-water-tank-19888.html#post153917).

I bought my tank from RecPro and they have many sizes,...
Forum: Modifications 09-19-2020, 11:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By ScottK
The fill hose comes up the through the floor and...

The fill hose comes up the through the floor and I'll box it out to hide it. A small aesthetic price to pay to more than double the fresh water capacity.

I added a tank heater (not shown) since...
Forum: Modifications 09-19-2020, 10:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By ScottK
Added a 2nd water tank

After installing a new axle (https://www.sunlineclub.com/forums/f71/another-axle-upgrade-thread-19707.html) I gained 2" more inches of space above the axle. Perfect spot for a 2nd fresh water tank....
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-16-2020, 06:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
Thanks Tod. I've been up to Alaska many times...

Thanks Tod. I've been up to Alaska many times and driven it once back in the 90's. Lived there for one winter too. It must feel like winter (except for the cold and dark) up there to them with so...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-16-2020, 06:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
Thanks John! I tried Tod's method at first but I...

Thanks John! I tried Tod's method at first but I didn't have a flat enough lip to clamp to so it wouldn't stay in position solid enough. With this method, the ball could rotate/tilt and the block...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-15-2020, 04:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,212
Posted By ScottK
Water can travel in strange ways and directions...

Water can travel in strange ways and directions to get to that corner. What model Solaris do you have? That can help folks tell you where to look.
Forum: Testing Area 06-14-2020, 12:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,077
Posted By ScottK
And it doesn't have to be an RV dealer. I think...

And it doesn't have to be an RV dealer. I think most trailer shops are probably better equipt to handle axle work than an RV dealer. Especially on an older unit. But if you want to tackle it...
Forum: Testing Area 06-14-2020, 12:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,077
Posted By ScottK
The measurement specs you need should be taken...

The measurement specs you need should be taken from your axle.

- Hub face to hub face with the wheel off. (the hub face is where the studs stick out of the hub)
- Inside frame to inside frame...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-14-2020, 11:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
One more of the finished A-frame

One more of the finished A-frame
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-14-2020, 09:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
First trip out a couple weeks ago. Boondocking. ...

First trip out a couple weeks ago. Boondocking. Just a 2 hour drive to test everything and one overnight with the family. Rock solid now. Tows beautifully, stops WAY better than before, and I...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-14-2020, 09:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
Couple more "mostly" finished A-frame...

Couple more "mostly" finished A-frame pics.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-14-2020, 09:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
Here are a few of the A-frame reinforcement. I...

Here are a few of the A-frame reinforcement. I know Sunline had a few models that had A-frame and header issues. This camper used such light materials that I felt I would have issues eventually. I...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-14-2020, 08:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
I got larger E-rated AT rated tires in 265/75/16....

I got larger E-rated AT rated tires in 265/75/16. I admit I'm a sucker for the offroad look and I wanted a big stout wheel again for some safety factor. These were only a bit more than a top quality...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-14-2020, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
I unbolted and cut off the old Lippert torsion...

I unbolted and cut off the old Lippert torsion 4400lb axle plates, build a 2x2 (1/4 wall) rectangle frame to raise the new axle up. I ordered a 5500lb rated Dexter Torflex axle with Nver adjust...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 06-14-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By ScottK
Another Axle Upgrade Thread

It's been awhile since I've posted and sadly, I'm no longer a Sunline owner. We sold our 3rd Sunline this spring in favor of a new smaller 2020 Forest River camper that would be more maneuverable...
Forum: Sunlines For Sale 03-10-2020, 10:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
Posted By ScottK
Sold

SOLD

Thanks. She was a great camper. Lots of great memories. On to the next...
Forum: Sunlines For Sale 03-04-2020, 04:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
Posted By ScottK
Good eye John. That’s my go pro video camera. I...

Good eye John. That’s my go pro video camera. I mounted it there for a test drive after the shock install so I could see how it was working.
Forum: Sunlines For Sale 03-03-2020, 06:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
Posted By ScottK
SALE PENDING (local buyer)

SALE PENDING (local buyer)
Forum: Sunlines For Sale 02-29-2020, 04:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
Posted By ScottK
And just a few more. Let me know if there is...

And just a few more. Let me know if there is anything else you would like to see.
Forum: Sunlines For Sale 02-29-2020, 03:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
Posted By ScottK
More pics

More pics
Forum: Sunlines For Sale 02-29-2020, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
Posted By ScottK
More pics

More pics
Forum: Sunlines For Sale 02-29-2020, 08:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,478
Posted By ScottK
2007 Sunline T-276SR Bunk House Travel Trailer -Tons of Extras -Ready!

We are in Minnesota.

28’ Bunkhouse camper with 1 large slide out. Tons of extras. No issues. Everything works. We towed this camper thousands of miles with our ½ ton Toyota Tundra.

We are...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-18-2019, 07:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,608
Posted By ScottK
Yes I can at least put eyes one that bundle and...

Yes I can at least put eyes one that bundle and don't see any signs of damage there. I'm going to start by running a pair of wires out the door and around the outside to the furnace and make sure it...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-17-2019, 09:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,608
Posted By ScottK
Thanks John. When I jump the blues at the...

Thanks John. When I jump the blues at the furnace, The fan comes on, ~15 seconds later the furnace sparks & ignites and burns until I remove the jumper. When I remove the jumper, the flame goes out...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-17-2019, 11:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,608
Posted By ScottK
One more of the whole works.

One more of the whole works.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-17-2019, 08:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,608
Posted By ScottK
A strange development I forgot to mention....on...

A strange development I forgot to mention....on the evening after replacing the board on the furnace (with no change), in the middle of the night the furnace fan turned on. No spark or gas though. ...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-17-2019, 08:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,608
Posted By ScottK
No fan. No spark. No ignition. Just a click up...

No fan. No spark. No ignition. Just a click up on the relay board.
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 11-17-2019, 07:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,608
Posted By ScottK
Furnace not working

I brought my camper to my upper Michigan hunting camp in early October, used the furnace and everything was fine. I returned a couple weeks later on a cold Friday night and the furnace would not...
Forum: Modifications 09-20-2015, 05:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,788
Posted By ScottK
8 casters. That way I can pull it out a little...

8 casters. That way I can pull it out a little more than half way (depending on the load in it) and still be on 2 sets of wheels.
Forum: Modifications 09-19-2015, 07:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,788
Posted By ScottK
Not heavy at all. 20-30lbs. Still working great...

Not heavy at all. 20-30lbs. Still working great after 2 seasons. I wouldn't change much of anything. Even the hokey latch still works good.
Forum: Sunline Community 07-17-2014, 07:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,619
Posted By ScottK
This is something that is rising higher on my...

This is something that is rising higher on my "wish list" after a recent experience at an RV park in CO....We got back to the camper in the afternoon and kicked the AC on, when it started briefly...
Forum: Modifications 07-03-2014, 05:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,315
Posted By ScottK
After a trip to the scales right after a camping...

After a trip to the scales right after a camping trip with all the stuff/people still in the truck/camper, and made 5 passes through the scale to compare how the numbers changes with the batteries on...
Forum: Modifications 07-03-2014, 05:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,082
Posted By ScottK
He just means that the shock is much shorter than...

He just means that the shock is much shorter than most regular shocks on cars and trucks. I used Monroe Part #555002, but I would think one of these 3 would work. But of course, these are just...
Forum: Modifications 06-30-2014, 10:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,082
Posted By ScottK
Here's what you are looking for... Leaf...

Here's what you are looking for...

Leaf Springs
https://www.practical-fishing-tips.com/image-files/boat-trailer-springs-7.jpg

Torsion Axles (rubber spring inside the axle)
...
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