trailmanor closed for reorginaztion

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Originally Posted by moaboy

Gotta admit, I did not see this one coming even after HiLO bit the dust.

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Well I have a Hi-Lo but did look at TMs and find them unique. Came to see what was new in the world of TM and was saddened to be reading this! For those of you who may be interested, some good news (if it's true!) for Hi-Lo, it may be coming back. There has been a poster on the Hi-Lo forums that they have bought Hi-Lo (branding, blueprints, etc). So I'm hoping for good news for both TM and Hi-Lo in the future!

Lets all hope for the best, we live in tough times, so if both can come back that would be so wonderful!

Dave

[Civil_War_Buff]

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Keeps life interesting. . . I still need a cabintet for over the stove- if anyone has any ideas (my carpentry skills aren't up to the challenge) or if someone could send me the measurements (and photo) I might be able to find someone local to build somthing similar. Or if any dealer has one please let me know. The better half has decided she needs one and you know how that goes....happy trials! I mean Trails! [/QUOTE]

I had my cabinet for over the stove built by Lowes. It cost me about $110 and it works and fits perfectly on top of the wall cabinet for travel.

http://travel.webshots.com/photo/297...41466656uPLEZo &

http://travel.webshots.com/photo/251...41466656jpvfPR

Of course I was saddened to read all the posts regarding the closure of the factory. I especially felt compassion for the factory workers, the dealers, and those folks who need to resolve warantee issues. I felt sorry for myself, too, -- since we're even more upside-down with our investment in our '07 2720sl -- which we acquired new in late '06.
But you know, we've already had 34 wonderful adventures in our TM and enough memories to fill a book. We're making a conscious choice not to play scary movies in our head about all of this. We're just going to hookup and head down the road as often as can and create even more magic. We're grateful our TM is sitting in the garage waiting for us. We'll change what we can & let go of the rest. We'll only make ourselves suffer if we do otherwise. Make a decision to make your own magic. Don't let this economy or a factory closure rob you of your joy. Time to make lemonade. Best wishes to everyone in our TM family.

[G-V_Driver]

I need one too. And I couldn't build a boy-scout birdhouse with directions on the box.

Originally Posted by moaboy

Gotta admit, I did not see this one coming even after HiLO bit the dust.

Keeps life interesting. . . I still need a cabintet for over the stove- if anyone has any ideas (my carpentry skills aren't up to the challenge) or if someone could send me the measurements (and photo) I might be able to find someone local to build somthing similar. Or if any dealer has one please let me know. The better half has decided she needs one and you know how that goes....happy trials! I mean Trails!

Anyone familiar with court records should be able to find a notice if TrailManor has filed a Chapter 13 or bankruptcy.
No matter. I feel for the employees who are out of work! This area doesn't have much opportunity for finding employment unless they drive to Knoxville.
And, if it is true that this company has shut down, their suppliers are feeling the pinch also since the items needed for this trailer are specialty made just for TrailManor. That means the possibility of other workers out of jobs!
Domino effect!!
There could also be many other events causing this situation.
Hoping for the best for everyone. Current TM owners will survive! We know how to make do and with the aid of this forum, there is always someone with the knowledge and experience to help out!
We have a great family here!!

Karen

Thanks Scottie Dogs and Civil War Buff for the info on the cabinet for over the stove. I did not know Lowe's did that kind of custom work. What department was it and were they able to do it because they had someone to make it or do you think they may offer that service/product at other stores? (It looks great by the way.)

I think I will head down to to the Amish area around Lancaster and find me a cabinet maker...they say that necessity is the mother of invention....

If I find a particularly good one, I'll let you know.

[Barb&Tim]

Originally Posted by moaboy

Keeps life interesting. . . I still need a Cabinet for over the stove- if anyone has any ideas (my carpentry skills aren't up to the challenge) or if someone could send me the measurements (and photo) I might be able to find someone local to build something similar. Or if any dealer has one please let me know. The better half has decided she needs one and you know how that goes....happy trials! I mean Trails!

Here you go.

Tim

[tgpmd1]

Originally Posted by Barb&Tim

Here you go.

Tim

Tim, did you add the metal strip along the bottom or did it come like this?

Moaboy, Lancaster is not that far away from D.C., so you may want to let them know that if you're happy with the results, they may have LOTS of business from the numerous TM owners around the country.

This is one of the best forums that I'm a member of!

[Barb&Tim]

It came like that.

Tim

[tgpmd1]

Interesting... Not sure of the purpose.

Thanks!