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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-23-2019, 01:33 PM
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Posted By Rix
Doing that will also save a lot of wear and tear...

Doing that will also save a lot of wear and tear on your torque converter clutch and additional heat in the fluid. It's there for a reason, use it.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-01-2018, 08:40 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I have not sold it yet. Couple guys backed out of...

I have not sold it yet. Couple guys backed out of looking at it after I was very honest about it.
But.....I got another reply from a lady that sent me pictures of her old one. Similar. Not quite...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2018, 06:43 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I put it up for sale but I'm kind of hoping it...

I put it up for sale but I'm kind of hoping it doesn't sell I actually do really still want to finish this because it's so cool, I just don't have time.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-21-2018, 01:20 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Yeah you're stuck with me.

Yeah you're stuck with me.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-21-2018, 10:38 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
new one is fiberglass too, So I get to still hang...

new one is fiberglass too, So I get to still hang out here :)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-20-2018, 11:09 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Bring this home tomorrow night ...

Bring this home tomorrow night

https://i.imgur.com/vkwN2mX.jpg

I've still got too much stuff to do to get the sunrader ready this year.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-17-2018, 02:58 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I am..... Stubborn. So I may end up finishing...

I am..... Stubborn. So I may end up finishing this thing anyway just out of sheer spite. But at the same time I'm not getting any younger and just buying something is very easy
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-15-2018, 04:49 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Wife is wondering if we should sell and buy...

Wife is wondering if we should sell and buy something newer.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-15-2018, 05:56 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Not really looking to sell it, at least not at...

Not really looking to sell it, at least not at this point.
Everything has a price though.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-30-2017, 08:17 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Nearly, but they are tinted plastic. Curtains are...

Nearly, but they are tinted plastic. Curtains are still necessary though.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-29-2017, 08:27 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Finally got an hour's help ...

Finally got an hour's help
https://i.imgur.com/BSe7AVS.jpg
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-22-2017, 10:10 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Well we got one of the main side windows in. What...

Well we got one of the main side windows in. What a huge pain in the arse.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-19-2017, 10:31 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I'm hoping to get back on this. Trying to get an...

I'm hoping to get back on this. Trying to get an additional set of hands on this big awkward stuff is.....difficult....with a 3 year old floating around.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-19-2016, 07:30 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Once it's built and connected to my...

Once it's built and connected to my satisfaction,it'll tow this way. I hope.
I generally over build things. I hope I'm headed the same way with this.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-18-2016, 01:19 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Sounds good. Thank you sir.

Sounds good. Thank you sir.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-18-2016, 09:30 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
What're the words of wisdom for sealing the...

What're the words of wisdom for sealing the seams of window gaskets? (where the two ends will meet)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-15-2016, 11:33 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Tub is built, support deck is on, and now the...

Tub is built, support deck is on, and now the thing it sitting on it's tub.
I've since removed the metal frames and jacks, and it's directly on the deck.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-12-2016, 12:31 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I'm going to wait a bit on the windows I got...

I'm going to wait a bit on the windows
I got a good start on the new tub though

Sturdier, heavier of course much more rot resistant too
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-29-2016, 07:53 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Trim loc stuff showed. It doesn't ship with the...

Trim loc stuff showed. It doesn't ship with the lock strip. lol

So gotta wait a little longer.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-25-2016, 09:27 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,107
Posted By Rix
I'm kinda feeling your pain with my current...

I'm kinda feeling your pain with my current project. Live and learn I guess.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-24-2016, 10:49 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
There was never any rigid foam insulation in this...

There was never any rigid foam insulation in this thing. Later ones maybe. If it's not 'glass, it's wood 'glassed into/onto outer panel, or encapsulated into the outer panel (the roof). The interior...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-27-2016, 07:55 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Life has taken me..... Elsewhere lately. But...

Life has taken me..... Elsewhere lately.
But I'm about to get geared back up and get back into this.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-25-2015, 06:38 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
All the wood is glued in. Next comes 'glassing...

All the wood is glued in. Next comes 'glassing the roof in, then i *think* i'll work on the tub. Trying to figure out which direction is the correct one for keeping it all "squared up" and the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2015, 06:05 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
And another ...

And another
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/attachments/photobucket/img_550919_0_c082854ef0c727013d50dca3d2cbf215.jpg...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2015, 07:45 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Nothing major but I got another pics of wood in...

Nothing major but I got another pics of wood in the roof.

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/attachments/photobucket/img_544591_0_04abffc88eb67bfc72cbbdff56451b01.jpg...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2015, 12:59 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I can see that being the safest bet. Some of...

I can see that being the safest bet.
Some of the stuff that's already there is glassed over, a couple aren't.
Better to ask I think.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2015, 10:31 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Sorry, blocks of wood for cabinet/framing stuff.

Sorry, blocks of wood for cabinet/framing stuff.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2015, 08:36 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
SO is more resin the best thing to adhere to old...

SO is more resin the best thing to adhere to old fiberglass? Or is there something better to glue stuff to the raw 'glass?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2015, 05:22 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I'll be looking into that, thanks.

I'll be looking into that, thanks.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2015, 02:03 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
The condensate problem is all I was thinking...

The condensate problem is all I was thinking about actually. That's what I was thinking when i mentioned spray on, like lizard skin or something similar. It had soft foam glued to the walls, which...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-18-2015, 10:08 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Lol My Google fu says maybe some spray in stuff...

Lol
My Google fu says maybe some spray in stuff then just some sort of backing to the wall covering.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-18-2015, 09:15 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Anyone have a suggestion for some insulation?...

Anyone have a suggestion for some insulation? Nothing REAL serious needed, but something to help a little with colder nights? The shape makes me think that the flat board sheets might be a little...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-16-2015, 01:40 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
It's pretty much gutted now. ...

It's pretty much gutted now.
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/attachments/photobucket/img_542312_0_0653fbb1047adc8d444855f71d692a85.jpg...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-12-2015, 07:47 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Not sure raising the roof is going to be the...

Not sure raising the roof is going to be the answer. Looking at the structure of the tub (?) I may have to adjust the rear plate of that.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-11-2015, 10:25 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I'm just about ready to relaminate the roof...

I'm just about ready to relaminate the roof section.
Looks like I need to fix a bit of body bowing. That could get interesting
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-08-2015, 12:34 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
He said he used a trim loc one piece.

He said he used a trim loc one piece.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-06-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
found this Window rubber seal locking gasket...

found this
Window rubber seal locking gasket for locker, car, boat, caravan and heavy equipment (Per Foot) - Weatherproofing Window Insulation Kits - Amazon.com...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-05-2015, 03:52 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
That link takes me to my photobucket. lol I...

That link takes me to my photobucket. lol

I think I saw them all, though, yes.
I still have so many questions. HA!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-05-2015, 09:48 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
Joined there. That's a bit tougher to navigate.

Joined there. That's a bit tougher to navigate.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-04-2015, 10:38 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I'm currently cutting out rotted wood and...

I'm currently cutting out rotted wood and fiberglass.
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/attachments/photobucket/img_539778_0_9caf8d34307cba17e4f82637f273dceb.jpg...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-03-2015, 10:34 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I was given a messed up flagstaff cobra a while...

I was given a messed up flagstaff cobra a while back. Figured I'd use it for a donor for as much as I can.
So I changed gears a little and assessed what I had to work with. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-03-2015, 05:01 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I'm not sure. the overhead has a (flimsy feeling)...

I'm not sure. the overhead has a (flimsy feeling) carpeted section, then there's a piece of wood with the matching carpet on it, and a lip on one end, that isn't connected. It is free to move about,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-03-2015, 03:56 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
That's the monkey right there. A few small...

That's the monkey right there. A few small details are different. The interior layout and the rear part of the bottom. Mine wraps around the outside of the truck bed. But that's definitely it.
EDIT...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-03-2015, 12:42 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
I can't find ANY info on this. Not so much as a...

I can't find ANY info on this. Not so much as a single picture on google.
Fortunately (or unfortunately) I'm not doing an original resto on this.
So tracking down original stuff isn't on the menu....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-03-2015, 09:30 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 33,997
Posted By Rix
sunrader

I'm Rick. In tacoma wa.

SO I bought this slide in for cheap
(I have to imagine this sounds familiar)
Sunrader made by gardner pacific sometime in 1975
...
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