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Forum: Classified Archives 10-23-2017, 08:57 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
SOLD

SOLD
Forum: Classified Archives 10-09-2017, 10:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Yes this is currently still available.

Yes this is currently still available.
Forum: Classified Archives 06-13-2017, 05:29 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Trailer for sale

Hi Max,

Yes trailer is still for sale. It's in Marathon, Ontario.

Ed
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-08-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,722
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi David, I took a look underneath just now...

Hi David,

I took a look underneath just now and I cant see anything in that area as there is a large piece of heavy plastic sheeting over that area.

The screw in your picture looks exactly how...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2017, 05:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,722
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi David, I just checked mine recently....

Hi David,

I just checked mine recently. Mine's a 79 and they (perhaps a previous owner) used wide flat head philips screws from the inside through the plywood and into the frame. They are all...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-06-2017, 03:50 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Renovations Complete

Hi Everyone,

The renovations are complete. The Trailer is now officially for sale again. There is a fair bit of interest, so the first to put down $5500.00 CAD drives away with it. Message me for...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-05-2017, 02:00 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi, A good days drive..9 to 10 hours I would...

Hi,

A good days drive..9 to 10 hours I would guess..perhaps a little more even.

Ed
Forum: Classified Archives 05-14-2017, 08:15 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Trailer is spoken for, but you're welcome to drop...

Trailer is spoken for, but you're welcome to drop by and take a look in case the others back out.

Let me know. I will be home tomorrow.

Ed
Forum: Classified Archives 04-12-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi, I am still renovating the trailer. There...

Hi,

I am still renovating the trailer. There are two ahead of you at this time. I expect to be done in the next 2 months. Keep an eye on this post for further details. Thank you for your interest....
Forum: Classified Archives 09-06-2016, 02:47 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi John, The trailer is spoken for, but...

Hi John,

The trailer is spoken for, but technically not sold yet. It's still under renovation at this time. If the potential buyer decides he doesnt want it, you would be next in line. Thanks for...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-30-2016, 05:52 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi Jim, I've sent you a PM. Ed

Hi Jim,
I've sent you a PM.

Ed
Forum: Classified Archives 08-03-2016, 05:06 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi. There will be no increase in price. My...

Hi.

There will be no increase in price. My current asking price was for a camper in good clean safe working order. The renoes will add to that. I'm not looking to line my pockets with money, just...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-06-2016, 08:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,026
Posted By SurfsideEd
Thanks Donna. Will certainly take a look. Ed

Thanks Donna. Will certainly take a look.

Ed
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2016, 10:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,026
Posted By SurfsideEd
Thanks very much for the info. Very helpful. ...

Thanks very much for the info. Very helpful.

Ed
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-05-2016, 05:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,026
Posted By SurfsideEd
79 surfside interior lining

Hello everyone,

I'm redoing some of the interior of my Surfside Triple E. I'd like to remove some of that rubbery type lining and replace it with new, but I dont know where to buy it. Does anyone...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-12-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi, The Trailer is 14 feet in length. The...

Hi,

The Trailer is 14 feet in length. The dry weight is 1400lbs. The GVW (loaded weight) is 1650lbs . I tow it with a Ford Escape V6 with no issues.

Even with water tank full you would still...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-12-2016, 10:25 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Yes, Still Available.."but"

To all who have recently inquired as to availability for sale. The short answer is 'yes and no'.

I am refurbishing the rear interior as I found mold on the carpet beneath the right rear bench...
Forum: Classified Archives 10-31-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
79 Surfside

Hi Jerome,

Yes, the Surfside is still available. It's in great shape.

I'm in Marathon, Ontario, 3 hours east of Thunder Bay..4 west of The Sault.

:) I dont have any current photos of the...
Forum: Classified Archives 09-29-2015, 07:08 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi Anton, Yes the Triple E Surfside is still...

Hi Anton,

Yes the Triple E Surfside is still for sale. I'm 3 hours east of Thunder Bay.

Ed

PS: Sorry for late reply. I goofed and replied by original email which doesn't work. Thanks Mary...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-10-2015, 12:41 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi Darrell, The Trailer is 14 feet in...

Hi Darrell,

The Trailer is 14 feet in length. The dry weight is 1400lbs. The GVW (loaded weight) is 1650lbs . I tow it with a Ford Escape V6 with no issues.



Ed
Forum: Classified Archives 07-08-2015, 02:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Half way between The Sault and Thunder Bay Ed

Half way between The Sault and Thunder Bay

Ed
Forum: Classified Archives 07-08-2015, 02:46 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
I got mine from Vintage Trailer. Be sure to get...

I got mine from Vintage Trailer. Be sure to get right or left operators..depending on window. They're called torque bar operators-left or right.

Vintage Trailer Supply | Parts for 1940s-1970s...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-06-2015, 05:36 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Thanks so much Mary. Ed

Thanks so much Mary.


Ed
Forum: Classified Archives 07-05-2015, 09:42 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
Some more Interior Pics

Tires are almost new. Very low mileage. Bearings repacked last summer. Fridge is new..used one summer..roughly. Two known issues. Water pump on sink needs replacing and one window pain is cracked....
Forum: Classified Archives 07-05-2015, 09:26 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
More Pictures as Promised

Got out and took a few pics today. The velcrow screen door has a zipper to open and close. This was a 1200 dollar addition. Please excuse the messy bed.
Forum: Classified Archives 07-04-2015, 05:04 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
More Pictures to follow

Hello to all interested.

I'm really not sure what is required for permits from Canada to the US.

I messed up on the add and the prefix says Alberta but in actuality it should have been ON but...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-03-2015, 11:37 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,976
Posted By SurfsideEd
1979 Triple E Surfside For Sale

I am considering selling my 1979 Triple E Surfside. It's a beautiful unit with many extras, including a convection furnace and a new fridge. Window cranks have all been replaced with new crank...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-08-2012, 07:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,536
Posted By SurfsideEd
More Hitch Dilemmas

Hello all,

Well, received my class 2 - 6 inch drop hitch from e trailer, quick delivery and very reasonable shipping charges. Great Service from these people.

Placed my 1 7/8 ball on the hitch...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-08-2012, 06:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,335
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi Steve, Welcome to the forum. I own a 79...

Hi Steve,

Welcome to the forum. I own a 79 surfside Triple e and just replaced the window operators. If you need any tips in that area, it's still fresh in my mind.

Ed
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-02-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,880
Posted By SurfsideEd
George, Thanks a million. I think they ...

George,

Thanks a million. I think they should work fine for my guard as well. Appreciate your time in adding a pic to go with it.

Ed
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2012, 06:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,880
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hi George, My stone guard is made of very...

Hi George,

My stone guard is made of very light material. How much force did you have after you installed the two 15 pound gas springs? Was it hard to close the guard? I tried a couple of 28 lb...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-26-2012, 08:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,536
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hello again everyone, Well, yesterday I...

Hello again everyone,

Well, yesterday I backed the Triple e onto a flat cement pad and took the time to level it off proper. Came up with a figure of 12 inches. Then I placed the trailer on the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-24-2012, 10:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,536
Posted By SurfsideEd
Thanks alot guys. The big thing is that they are...

Thanks alot guys. The big thing is that they are out there. I was worried they weren't. It's amazing how different people searching for the same thing can come up with so many different results....
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-24-2012, 09:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,536
Posted By SurfsideEd
Mike, exactly what I'm looking for. Hopefully I...

Mike, exactly what I'm looking for. Hopefully I can find one that's available.

Ed
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-23-2012, 06:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,880
Posted By SurfsideEd
I've done a very simple mod to get me through...

I've done a very simple mod to get me through this summer. I would still like to use gas struts and is just a matter of finding a pair with just the right pressure. I've included pictures of my...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-23-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By SurfsideEd
Thanks everyone for your comments. Slowly but...

Thanks everyone for your comments. Slowly but surely I am managing to figure out the tweaks that make things just a mite better :-)

I'm going to hunt up a 10 or 20 watt panel to use while on the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-23-2012, 06:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,536
Posted By SurfsideEd
Hello Mike, That type of arrangement would...

Hello Mike,

That type of arrangement would certainly work. The problem I have is most of the the drops or adjustable drops are for the 2 inch tube receivers. I could adapt my 1.25 to a 2 inch and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-23-2012, 02:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By SurfsideEd
A quick Update. Purchased a new battery. New...

A quick Update. Purchased a new battery. New voltage reading 12.72 fully charged. Used the battery mostly for lights and charging small accessories, cell netbook etc. After 10 days of use, voltage...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-23-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,536
Posted By SurfsideEd
Drop bar ball mount for Triple e

Hello everyone,

Well, my first trip of 3000 kilometres in the Triple e was a success and I really love this little camper. For the most part it pulled very well, but I think I may be able to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-27-2012, 01:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By SurfsideEd
Where I am going, I am not sure of what type of...

Where I am going, I am not sure of what type of power will be available yet. I'm hoping for a place to plug in to shore power. I do have a very good battery charger which I think I will take along...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-27-2012, 12:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By SurfsideEd
Thanks Carol. Good ideas for sure. I dont...

Thanks Carol.

Good ideas for sure. I dont have a plug like that in the Triple e, but I'm thinking about installing a small single plug inverter from Canadian Tire , 150 watts or something like...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-27-2012, 12:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By SurfsideEd
Think I will take your advice and wait until I...

Think I will take your advice and wait until I get a new battery.

Ed
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-27-2012, 12:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By SurfsideEd
Pretty sure. I put my 12 volt tester light across...

Pretty sure. I put my 12 volt tester light across it to confirm. No light.

Ed
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-27-2012, 08:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By SurfsideEd
Battery Charging

Hi Raz

Thanks for your comments.

I know, sometimes I dont have a good way with explanations. :-) My current battery has a dead cell. It measures just over 9.3 volts between the posts....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-26-2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,643
Posted By SurfsideEd
Battery Charging

I have a 79 Triple e. Today I unhooked the leads from my battery and plugged the Triple e into shore power. The meter on the two leads read 1.281 volts. When the the shore power is removed, reading...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-26-2012, 07:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,880
Posted By SurfsideEd
Thanks all, for your replies. I'll look into the...

Thanks all, for your replies. I'll look into the gas struts. I like the idea but couldn't find anything lower than 28 lbs and that was way too much. Will see if I can get some 15 pound models. For...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-17-2012, 09:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,880
Posted By SurfsideEd
Stone Guard holding mechanism

The previous owner of my Triple e fashioned a stoneguard out of plywood held together with light aluminium trim. To hold it up in the open position, two short rods are used, with hair clips and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-16-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,743
Posted By SurfsideEd
Thanks Floyd, very helpful info. My Triple...

Thanks Floyd, very helpful info.

My Triple e weighs in just under 1400lbs so not worried on the 3500 lb limit. I do have electric brakes but I didn't really find any problems braking without them...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-16-2012, 11:43 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,743
Posted By SurfsideEd
Ford Escape Factory Towing Package

Hello everyone,

This post is just for information to save someone the research time I went through. I couldn't find anywhere in my documents or online for that matter as to what my factory towing...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-14-2012, 03:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,771
Posted By SurfsideEd
Jack stands

Hi everyone,

I noticed that 2 ton bottle jacks are about 17.00 each at Canadian Tire. I also noticed in the camping section of Canadian Tire, they had a pair of jack stands..small..three legs...
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