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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-28-2024, 09:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,486
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I'm a little surprised that you didn't paint the...

I'm a little surprised that you didn't paint the frame first.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-12-2024, 02:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,486
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Thanks for posting this Larry I also want to...

Thanks for posting this Larry
I also want to restore an older fibreglass trailer if and when I find one. I restored a stick build a few years ago and really enjoyed it. I'll be following you in your...
Forum: General Chat 12-08-2022, 05:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 599
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
That may apply to parts of Canada but definitely...

That may apply to parts of Canada but definitely not the west coast. Here on Vancouver Island they surf all year round.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-09-2022, 09:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,484
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I've been using the same muffler clamp for over 5...

I've been using the same muffler clamp for over 5 years with out a problem. In fact I removed it and the carrier it was steadying about 2 months ago because I was travelling on the BC Ferries. (I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-09-2022, 01:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,484
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I just use a muffler clamp, works just as good...

I just use a muffler clamp, works just as good and cheaper to buy.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-04-2022, 04:12 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,837
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
So what you are saying is that if you grab on to...

So what you are saying is that if you grab on to a length rope and pull you are actually pushing it. Interesting concept. :conf
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-03-2022, 01:55 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,837
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
You push from the rear and you pull from the...

You push from the rear and you pull from the front. How contact is made is irrelevant. Think about it.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-02-2022, 05:48 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,837
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Physics be damned, the unit behind(trailer) is...

Physics be damned, the unit behind(trailer) is being pulled by the unit in front (tow vehicle).

The exception to this is of course going down a very steep hill. :eek:
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-29-2022, 12:41 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,837
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
So much of what you wrote is just wrong. I...

So much of what you wrote is just wrong. I suggest you rethink this post.
Forum: General Chat 01-16-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,148
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
There are those that see the current reality of...

There are those that see the current reality of things and then there are the naysayers. Don't confuse the two.
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 08-18-2021, 07:44 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,753
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
You know you're getting older when people start...

You know you're getting older when people start saying, you're looking good,


And they stop saying, you're good looking.
Forum: General Chat 03-20-2021, 10:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,415
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
https://kansascity.craigslist.org/rvs/d/kansas-cit...

https://kansascity.craigslist.org/rvs/d/kansas-city-2016-lil-snoozy-fiberglass/7294222456.html
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-16-2020, 09:50 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,150
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Sorry to disagree with you but walkie-talkies...

Sorry to disagree with you but walkie-talkies would just be a noisy distraction. Also #2 and #3 may work for a novice but once you get proficient they are cumbersome and or awkward. And like Jim #4...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-17-2020, 09:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,948
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
What condensation are you talking about? Propane...

What condensation are you talking about? Propane furnaces are vented to the outside the same as those oil furnaces. Your breathing is going to give off more water vapour than the propane furnace.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2020, 12:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,775
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Catalytic heaters are great when used in the...

Catalytic heaters are great when used in the right way. But the last thing you want in a small enclosed space like a Scamp 13 is a catalytic heater, using up your oxygen and giving off dangerous...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-19-2020, 07:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,135
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I bought 2 Interstate 27/12 volt batteries from...

I bought 2 Interstate 27/12 volt batteries from Costco. They hold their charge longer and are giving me longer battery usage than the $10 cheaper Walmart batteries. Costco's are almost as common as...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-16-2020, 08:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,135
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Sorry to hear about you buying a battery from...

Sorry to hear about you buying a battery from Walmart, hope you don't end up regretting it like I did.:sad
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2020, 09:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,770
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I would remove 2 of them like you said and then...

I would remove 2 of them like you said and then replace the remaining ones with 1x4's. They'll be more than strong enough and less than 1/2 the weight.
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 08-30-2019, 10:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,965
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Should work, new ones are usally backwards...

Should work, new ones are usally backwards compatible.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-30-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,124
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
If you want a slide-out you gotta get a stickie

If you want a slide-out you gotta get a stickie
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 12-30-2018, 09:09 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 26,546
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Did that happen at night or during the day? ...

Did that happen at night or during the day? During the day I use the truck side but when we overnight I use the car side to leave more space for big rigs who have stop by law to rest. Never been...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2018, 05:37 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,925
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Trailer towing BAND AIDS? Don't make me laugh....

Trailer towing BAND AIDS? Don't make me laugh. Oops I already did. :D
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2018, 12:08 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,925
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
That's right trailers don't come with a WDH, so...

That's right trailers don't come with a WDH, so what's your point? :confused:
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-26-2018, 01:32 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,925
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Let me be harsh. You my friend are wrong. :eek:

Let me be harsh. You my friend are wrong. :eek:
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-19-2018, 01:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,193
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I think we need a forum category for "Lonely...

I think we need a forum category for "Lonely Hearts" on this website.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-11-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 14,817
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I must admit I do not understand your desire to...

I must admit I do not understand your desire to get rid of propane. I find it the most versatile , most handy, longest lasting power source and far safer than most people realize. I remember going...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-11-2018, 03:01 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 14,817
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
My question to you is "WHY." Two tanks are...

My question to you is "WHY."
Two tanks are better than one.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-11-2018, 04:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,055
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Black wire goes to negative and red wire goes to...

Black wire goes to negative and red wire goes to positive. Sounds like you have them reversed
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-04-2018, 11:19 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 9,346
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Looks a lot like the Colorado/Canyon truck

Looks a lot like the Colorado/Canyon truck
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-23-2018, 12:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,971
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I've always gone with the 75% rule. That is don't...

I've always gone with the 75% rule. That is don't load or pull more than 75% of your tv capacity. It makes for a much more relaxing trip. Like you I don't like going over 90kph, it really eats into...
Forum: General Chat 03-03-2018, 02:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,802
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Shades of Sgt. Pepper

Shades of Sgt. Pepper
Forum: General Chat 03-03-2018, 02:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,287
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Amen brother

Amen brother
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-19-2018, 12:19 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 9,346
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
The Santa Fe Sport is limited to 3500 lbs because...

The Santa Fe Sport is limited to 3500 lbs because of the frame not the motor. We took the full size Santa Fe for a test drive a while back. Man that thing took off like a bat out of you know where....
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-31-2017, 04:21 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,276
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
The funny thing is that when drive for work (the...

The funny thing is that when drive for work (the big rigs) I prefer a manual transmission. But for around home or on holidays pulling our RV I really do like the new automatic transmissions
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-31-2017, 03:39 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,276
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Well since I prefer to drive my 18 speed Mack...

Well since I prefer to drive my 18 speed Mack rather than the new 12 speed automatics I guess I better make an appointment with the doctor.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-27-2017, 01:09 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 23,978
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
It must be turned off when boarding a BC ferry. ...

It must be turned off when boarding a BC ferry.



Take the time learn about the properties of propane as well as the built in safety features of modern RV's and you will be more inclined to...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 08-06-2017, 03:23 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 26,546
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
During the day I will pull into the truck parking...

During the day I will pull into the truck parking area but not overnight. I try find a spot they don't use. I prefer reststops to truckstops and there I'll overnight in the car section.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-04-2017, 04:49 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,198
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
When I read threads like this one which talk...

When I read threads like this one which talk about 12vdc, 120vac, converters, inverters, amperage draw, 10 gauge wire, 12 gauge wire, 14 gauge wire, length of wire, replacing wire, voltage drop,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-28-2017, 03:19 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,474
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Please Please Please learn the facts about...

Please Please Please learn the facts about propane before you write an uninformed comment like that. Do some research on the properties of propane and the safety features built into today's systems....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-10-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,494
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
If you want to be truly safe, turn off the fuel...

If you want to be truly safe, turn off the fuel to your TV. It's well known that gasoline is more dangerous than propane.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-10-2016, 01:31 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,494
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
The easy solution

The easy solution to this problem is simply run the fridge on propane when you are driving and yes it is safe.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-28-2016, 04:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,426
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I read somewhere in my fridge manual that level...

I read somewhere in my fridge manual that level was only important when the trailer was parked. When on the road the swaying action of driving negated the need for the fridge to be level.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-06-2015, 08:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,313
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Not sure about the dual wall, but the Escape 19'...

Not sure about the dual wall, but the Escape 19' meets all your other criteria.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-25-2015, 03:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,433
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
Couldn't agree more

Couldn't agree more
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-25-2015, 11:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,433
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I’ve discovered over the years the best way to...

I’ve discovered over the years the best way to protect an RV is to keep it covered. It stays cleaner, looks newer and lasts longer when it’s protected from the ravages of weather, be it summer or...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-16-2015, 01:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,858
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
I used them to do a very complicated plumbing...

I used them to do a very complicated plumbing repair in my home and was amazed by how easy they were to work with. They turned an all day job into a one hour job. I couldn't be happier with them:wub
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-30-2015, 03:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,627
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
In the trucking industry we always use the terms...

In the trucking industry we always use the terms "driver side" and "passenger side" to avoid any confusion. And "nose" and "tail" for front and back
Forum: Classified Archives 01-10-2015, 03:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,079
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
SOLD To a nice couple on Vancouver Island

SOLD
To a nice couple on Vancouver Island
Forum: Classified Archives 11-07-2014, 03:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,079
Posted By Sunrisetrucker
SOLD: 2013 Escape 15B trailer for sale

Like new 2013 Escape 15B travel trailer, comes with all the standard features including
-1200BTU furnace,
-Oak cabinets,
-3.0 cubic ft. 3 way fridge,
-Hot water tank,
-Washroom with...
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