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  1. HO

    HiLo With Problems

    I just bought a 1981 19foot hi-low retro camper. Pretty cute. But when we got it home we can not get it to rise up. Looking underneath the hydrolic lift has been replace with a super jack system. Not sure if the safety bar is still working. Don’t know much about these campers. Trying to sell...
  2. RA

    Keeping bugs out

    We have a 2007 17T model. When it is up and you look around the seam between the top and bottom (from the inside) I can look down and see outside in some places like the seal is gone or worn in spots. What can you do to keep bugs out? Is it easy to replace the seal? Let me know what you do...
  3. JU

    First Trailer/Project - 1963 Delux Custom Camper

    Hey everyone, I'm Bryan and I just picked up a, what I'm now figuring out, 1963 Delux Custom Camper. Found it listed for a few hundred bucks on marketplace a few hours from my house. The guy selling it had it listed as a 1974. Went to check it out, needs some work, but it's in decent shape all...
  4. IN

    Just gifted a 2805C, have questions, damaged

    New owner here. Any assistance is appreciated. Elderly former owner was demonstrating camper to prospective buyer and told me he must have broke the lift cable. Observed front of camper top shell several inches lower than back. Top shell still 8 to 10 inches from post rest (when completely...
  5. MR

    Buying check list?

    Hi, we are going to buy a 1977 Hi-Lo camper. We know it needs work, the price just seems very fair. I saw mention of a buying checklist. Just curious if there's a link to that anywhere?
  6. Angel-HILO

    Holding Tanks

    Does anyone know the exact capacity of the Black and Grey Holding tanks? We have a 1989RD classic; I have checked the reference library, the brochure says "Holding Tanks - 46 Gallons" I'm assuming that's the capacity total for both the Black and the Grey tanks. I would like to know the capacity...
  7. RI

    q705 tow lite issues

    1705 tow lite issues I have just gotten s 2005 tow lite 1705. I'm having electrical issues. I have a 110 cord from the house plugged onto the shore power cable. I can raise and lower it fine. When I put master switch opposite from raising it the lights work . But I have no power to Any of the...
  8. HD

    24D classic 1996

    Hi, had to replace the original awning mine has an 18’ A&E systems by Dometic so I ordered the replacement for an 18’ awning the with is good at 17’2” but it’s too long when I bring it out all the way the top arms are too short and fall apart. Did HiLo alter the awning length from standard I...
  9. SA

    More HiLo parts for sale.

    I don't know what some of the parts are for. The water door is missing the black plastic part,spring and CH751 key is missing. Two of them have keys. I will give them to you for postage only. Ask me if you need any other parts. I have three lower exterior panels. You would need to send me a...
  10. MO

    Guide Blocks

    Hello, I have a 2506c and need to replace the guide blocks. Can anyone help me locate them? Thanks in advance, Alan
  11. ME

    FOR SALE 22' Towlite (2208T) in SW Ohio

    Hi-LO 2208T,ingood condition. All systems work. asking $8000.00. Will sell tow vehicle with trailer. 2005 Ford Excursion V10 Limited with 142,000 miles. Will not sell truck separately. asking $25,000.00 for both. Photos of trailer are provided in the link below. https://imgur.com/a/NxmfoNK
  12. SA

    Getting guide blocks.

    A big thank you to Jack for thinking about getting the computer files for the guide blocks. You have saved my $27.000 26ft. Classic. Found out my neighbor has a 3D printer that he uses to make Drone parts. He is making me up eight guide blocks. I am glad to pay him. Each guide block takes three...
  13. SA

    HiLo parts

    I spoke with the owner of Mantelli trailer sales today. Our HiLo dealer. Kim has given me permission to post this information. She really wants to clear out her inventory of HiLo parts. Part prices are very reasonable. Soon she will be emailing me pictures to post. !. fiberglass propane cover...
  14. RA

    Stone guard for front window, 2007 Tow-Lite 17T

    The front stone guard on the 2007 17T we just purchased is cracked. If anyone has one, or knows of anyone that has one for a 2007 HiLo 17T please let us know! Does anyone know if the front window sizes are the same on all size trailers? Thanks, R & R
  15. JA

    17 foot towlite

    I have a 2009 17' towlite that the left front lift cable snapped on last fall while putting it away for the winter. I got it out again today and while raising the top, the right hand lower rail for the top buckled where the lift cable is attached. I've had perpetual problems with the roof...
  16. JI

    For Sale2805C HiLo

    For Sale 2005 28 ft., 2805C HiLo in good condition. Well kept and maintained, many upgrades. $6000 obo Stored under roof when not on the road since 2011 No smokers or pets ever Original adco cover used 2 seasons New seals between halves Newer brake system, about 3 yrs old, low mileage Fantastic...
  17. RA

    Accordian Blinds

    Thank you everyone! We managed to get the valance and curtains down. Now I'd like to remove the accordian blinds to give everything a good cleaning. They are 2 clips (?) that the blinds are in. How do you get them out of those? or get those off the wall? Pictures attached of top and bottom of...
  18. RA

    Valance Removal

    We just purchased a 2007 17T. The window coverings look like they have all the dust and dirt since 2007 and maybe before - I have attached a photo of the covering style. I'd like to take the whole thing off but am not sure how the valance and curtains are attached. Someone did say there are...
  19. ZY

    What is my camper

    Anybody know what my camper is? It’s a 70s 35 footer with two tip outs, two doors, living room with tip out in the main sliding door and bedroom on the other end with a tip out. No water tank or sewer tank so I’m assuming it’s a park model but says hi lo on it?
  20. CA

    Solar converter trouble shooting, wire gauge

    Hello, Our 2006 23C Classic came with a “Sunsei Solar Charger 1200” (solar panel) with 15V “operating voltage”(18W) 1200mA. Also installed was a Sunsei Charge Controller. I assume these were installed by the manufacturer but am not sure. Regardless, I replaced that original panel (it was...
  21. SE

    Top wont raise and manual pump won’t work either

    Prior to leaving our house, our fluid hose (clear) broke so my husband replaced it. All was lifting and lowering fine until we arrived to our destination and were unable to lift. We checked the hydraulic fluid which was fine, battery was fine, cables are fine, guide blocks are in tact, no fluid...
  22. Angel-HILO

    Hydraulic Overflow Tank

    Hello, Can anyone tell me if the later model HiLos came with a hydraulic overflow tank as opposed to just a fill/breather cap like my 1989 has?? Since we have owned our HiLo (bought it used) it has always blown the fluid out of the fill/breather cap when lowering the top section in one...
  23. CA

    1990 Hi Lo FunLite - Need Manual

    Where would I get one of these?
  24. SH

    Replacing the power converter - dimensions

    I need to buy new batteries for my 2206T. Given the cost of lifepo4's and the weight & shortcomings of lead acid, I've decided to upgrade the power converter to a lithium compatible power converter. For the cost of two decent deep cycle 100AH lead acid batteries plus about $40 I can upgrade the...
  25. LO

    2002 Hi Lo Towlight 19 TL - It's Sold

    2002 Hi Lo Towlight 19 TL for sale Everything works Recent complete full interior remodel Includes 12x12 canopy and all additions. 5 new tires, new battery,, Solid roof, solid floor. Had window leak on R side. Repaired. All connections, sewage lines, lots of extras. Fully turn key. Buy & camp...

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