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Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-29-2016, 02:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
You're right the original Frp is about .035"...

You're right the original Frp is about .035" while the new stuff is .090". It won't matter too much as long as the stacked assembly is 1.5". It's a matter of ripping the wood frame the correct...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-28-2016, 08:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Hey guys, I'm making progress slowly. It seems I...

Hey guys, I'm making progress slowly. It seems I keep running out of materials.... So while I was waiting for stuff to come in, I thought I'd take a look at the door. Its the last thing I have to...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-18-2016, 06:01 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Great minds think alike. I did it the same way...

Great minds think alike. I did it the same way with just a couple of differences. I used denatured alcohol after the mineral spirits and a body hammer and dolly on the staightening part. It been on...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-17-2016, 09:41 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
I'll tell you what; I'm not sure who did repairs...

I'll tell you what; I'm not sure who did repairs on this roof before but they must have used every kind of caulk except lap sealant. I've had the roof on for a week and its a slow process to clean...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-08-2016, 07:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,422
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Looks Great. I'm still working on mine but I'll...

Looks Great. I'm still working on mine but I'll be out there soon I hope.
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-08-2016, 07:31 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Roof's on!! Finally got to glue down the roof. I...

Roof's on!! Finally got to glue down the roof. I had about six feet left after the install. I guess I could have ordered the twenty foot instead of the twenty five foot length. I had some assistance...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-06-2016, 03:18 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Thanks for the kinds words John and Rich. It is a...

Thanks for the kinds words John and Rich. It is a labor of love I guess.... Anyways, I was going to get the roof on for Labor day but guess what; we got 15 minutes of drizzle on Sunday night at about...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-03-2016, 09:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Hey Guys. Its been awhile and Its great to be...

Hey Guys. Its been awhile and Its great to be back at it. The video explains whats been going on. Here's an update.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyr_P25Mc24&feature=youtu.be
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-12-2015, 08:30 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Thanks for the kind words. It's coming along...

Thanks for the kind words. It's coming along pretty well. The attachment of cabinets is pretty easy. Once the wife let's me know what and where she wants them I'll put some stringers up before the...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 11-11-2015, 09:17 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Wow!! Is been almost a month since I updated...

Wow!! Is been almost a month since I updated anything. The work has slowed down quite a bit as the weather is changing and rain is more or less the order of the day. I have made some pretty good...
Forum: Modifications 10-21-2015, 09:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,756
Posted By Phil-from-TN
I'm in the same boat. I've got a thread ...

I'm in the same boat. I've got a thread "rebuilding my 1996 solaris". It's a labor of love and the best part is you don't need to cut any corners like they did on the Sunline floor. Have you come...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-19-2015, 09:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
I was able to actually put some new wood in the...

I was able to actually put some new wood in the Sunline today. The reconstruction has begun finally!!! I had some questions for you guys that have guided me so far. I hope they are clear... It sure...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-17-2015, 08:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Last update for today. I had a pretty good day...

Last update for today. I had a pretty good day and decided to pull the "patch" in front of the door and this is what I found. Man what some folks call work. It a shame to see this kind of "repair" I...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-17-2015, 08:22 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
While trying to replace the side wall bottom...

While trying to replace the side wall bottom plate I discovered a patch under the carpet at the entry door. No doubt at some time it looked the Sunline had some rain damage by leaving the door open....
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-17-2015, 08:08 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Here is a quick look at the damage caused by the...

Here is a quick look at the damage caused by the water leak on the right front of the my 2475. More demo required before repairs can ensue.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sl7ATMA5Ags
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-17-2015, 07:58 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
This is the update from last weekend....

This is the update from last weekend. Unfortunately I'm at the mercy of the weather so I could only work one day. Its beginning to look less like a trailer as the demo progresses.....

...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 10-01-2015, 09:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Thanks John. Weight is surly a constant trade...

Thanks John. Weight is surly a constant trade off. I have 2-20 gallon LP tanks. I guess the best thing to do would be to finish her up and set her up for a trip. Fill the water tank, LP, add the...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-29-2015, 10:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Hey John thanks for the Link to EMD's floor...

Hey John thanks for the Link to EMD's floor replacement. the photos are certainly very helpful. I found the tag when I pulled the "shipping" tarp off the front and popped a picture of it. I have a...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-27-2015, 08:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Thanks for the encouragement John its nice to...

Thanks for the encouragement John its nice to hear. You and Rich have given me such great advice. I will be replacing the damaged wood with new. Its just as easy and I won't have to deal with it...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-27-2015, 06:24 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
I sure do appreciate all the wisdom and help...

I sure do appreciate all the wisdom and help guys. I have never owned one of these trailers so it's a learning experience for me. Nothing like jumping into the deep end to learn to swim. The work...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-21-2015, 07:26 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Thanks Rich!! Its great to have folks watching...

Thanks Rich!! Its great to have folks watching and making suggestions and guiding from their experience. I hadn't considered the possibility of the musty smell returning from the wet wood. As I...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-20-2015, 10:59 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
I was able to do some more demo on the Solaris...

I was able to do some more demo on the Solaris and have had to get into her a bit. It seems the roof was installed with an angled cut to the front corner. I'm not too sure about that. Also has anyone...
Forum: Sunline Community 09-19-2015, 09:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,209
Posted By Phil-from-TN
They're ALWAYS good. You should their big band...

They're ALWAYS good. You should their big band stuff!! I work at the base here in Millington,TN and they always give a great concert. Some real talented folks.
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-14-2015, 08:41 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Thanks I'll be pulling it later this week so I'll...

Thanks I'll be pulling it later this week so I'll let you know and get some good pics. I would imagine that the wood roof is going to be a mess but we'll see.
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-14-2015, 05:52 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Thanks, Rich. Everyone on this board is so...

Thanks, Rich. Everyone on this board is so helpful and the wealth of knowledge is a great resource.
By the way I think I'll go with 40 mil roof. I checked the a/c and it looks like there is a pad...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-13-2015, 11:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,459
Posted By Phil-from-TN
That's a great looking unit. I really like the...

That's a great looking unit. I really like the layout. Are those bunk beds?
Forum: Introduce Yourself 09-13-2015, 10:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,615
Posted By Phil-from-TN
I started a rebuild thread as I think it may...

I started a rebuild thread as I think it may benefit somebody else that has the problems I do with mine. Its also kind of fun to document the process. I have some pretty ambitious plans for the...
Forum: Sunline Travel Trailers 09-13-2015, 10:25 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,573
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Rebuilding my 1996 Solaris

Well I started the rebuild of my Solaris. It's a work in progress but I thought I would document it so maybe others won't make the mistakes I make and also see that its possible. I've uploaded a...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 09-09-2015, 03:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,615
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Thanks a bunch bunjin. That brochure is full of...

Thanks a bunch bunjin. That brochure is full of insights. I do know that the hot water tank has a leak. My son let me know about that. So I'll be investigating that. I was looking at a tankless...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 09-07-2015, 04:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,615
Posted By Phil-from-TN
I have been watching tons of YouTube videos and...

I have been watching tons of YouTube videos and scouring this site. Lots to learn and digest. I'm not afraid of any of the work but it's interesting to see how these TT are put together.
Forum: Introduce Yourself 09-07-2015, 03:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,615
Posted By Phil-from-TN
My serial number is: 1LC2S2L2XTD255476 Is...

My serial number is:
1LC2S2L2XTD255476
Is there any way to decode this so I can find out what all I have. This is our first ever camper and we are so pumped about hitting the road. I first have to...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 09-03-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,615
Posted By Phil-from-TN
Hello from west TN

I Have a 1996 Sunline Solaris that came from MT. The story on that one is my son worked a contract for the BLM up in Glasgow MT back in 2013 and bought it to live in for 6-8 months. That summer we...
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