TV Removal

[jeepsrule]

I've looked through many of your TV upgrades. Thank you! I've got my plan for shrinking my cabinet so I don't hit my head anymore. I've ordered a new TV and mount to work with. I am temporarily mounting the new TV right where the old one is until I have more time to do my woodwork this spring.

Now my question is this; How does the stock RCA TV mount to the metal support frame that is mounted inside the front TV cabinet? What is the easiest way to remove the old TV?

[ArmyEOD]

Jeepsrule, if it is the old style CRT type like I had in my Bedroom. I just removed the outer face 4 screws under "buttons". Once that was removed I saw that the tv was sitting on the base and there was a wood block that kept it from moving forward. It also had a couple of "L" brackets with the screws screwed into the plastic TV casing and the other end screwed into the cabinet side. It is heavy, so be sure you have someone to help you lift it out. Once you get it part way out you will see the connections and plug.

Hope this helps you out.

[roscoesdad]

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Originally Posted by jeepsrule I've looked through many of your TV upgrades. Thank you! I've got my plan for shrinking my cabinet so I don't hit my head anymore. I've ordered a new TV and mount to work with. I am temporarily mounting the new TV right where the old one is until I have more time to do my woodwork this spring. Now my question is this; How does the stock RCA TV mount to the metal support frame that is mounted inside the front TV cabinet? What is the easiest way to remove the old TV?

The RCA in my 2005 Ambassador had a frame made of angle rivited to the tv. When you remove the face (4 screws) you will see the screws holding the tv to the metal frame. You have a removable panel in the rear of the compartment (accessible fron windshield side). You can unhook all cables and power cords from there. Be careful as that thing is heavy when removed.

[jeepsrule]

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Originally Posted by roscoesdad The RCA in my 2005 Ambassador had a frame made of angle rivited to the tv. When you remove the face (4 screws) you will see the screws holding the tv to the metal frame. You have a removable panel in the rear of the compartment (accessible fron windshield side). You can unhook all cables and power cords from there. Be careful as that thing is heavy when removed.

Thanks, I was thinking I would have to remove the front trim as I couldn't see anyway to remove it from the rear

[DC Cruiser]

My front tv also had a couple of screws in the bottom of the cabinet holding the plywood base down. The screws were hidden by wood plugs that you might not notice. Have fun a post pics when done. I am in the middle of doing mine also.

CHEERS

[Arch Hoagland]

As roscoesdad said....That TV is HEAVY. Have someone there to help you.

[RVNeophytes2]

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Originally Posted by Arch Hoagland As roscoesdad said....That TV is HEAVY...

Boy howdy. The 2004 Sylvania that hovered above us was kept in place by these wooden blocks and a single aluminum "brow" strap.

It weighed 78 lbs.

The inexpensive 32" Vizio that took its place is only 27 lbs.

[JeepTJ5]

In my 2005 Neptune, the front RCA TV also had a "plumbers tape" strap on the back - so check inside the back opening for that...

[DonGott]

I wish someone would post some pics of their old TV removal and the installation of the new flat screen on here that deals with the TV being directly over the drivers seat. I've got an 01' Signature that is need of an upgrade and I would like to see the process, so I can do this myself and get some new ideas. On my Sig, the TV is directly overhead. I've seen a couple of modification pics, but those are dealing with Tv's that are in the center. If some one has Monaco Signature 2001 photo's of an upgrade, please post them for me please.

Thanks
Don

[Topman]

Hi Don,
I plan on doing the same thing when I get a chance.
Not sure what I'm dealing with until I get the old TV out.
Mine is directly over the driver's seat as well.
It would be nice to know ahead of time what it look like behind there.
Iver.

[jeepsrule]

I appreciate the posts on how heavy the TV is. You were right. I had a neighbor come over and help as I pulled out the last four screws. That RCA was one of the heaviest TVs I've played with. The removal of the front trim exposed the aluminum angle iron that was riveted on the top and sides of the TV to allow it to be screwed to the adjustable metal frame inside the cabinet. With the removal of the TV and the metal framing I have lightened the front of the coach by 80 lbs. The new 32" flat screen going in weighs 22 lbs. Currently this will be mounted across the front of the stock cabinet until work slows down in a couple months and I can remove the cabinet and shrink it's size. I believe the cabinet will be cut back (toward the windshield) about 5" and up higher about 6". So no more hitting your head when you're carrying stuff in the entry

I'll post pictures later when the cabinet gets modified.

[roscoesdad]

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Originally Posted by jeepsrule I appreciate the posts on how heavy the TV is. You were right. I had a neighbor come over and help as I pulled out the last four screws. That RCA was one of the heaviest TVs I've played with. The removal of the front trim exposed the aluminum angle iron that was riveted on the top and sides of the TV to allow it to be screwed to the adjustable metal frame inside the cabinet. With the removal of the TV and the metal framing I have lightened the front of the coach by 80 lbs. The new 32" flat screen going in weighs 22 lbs. Currently this will be mounted across the front of the stock cabinet until work slows down in a couple months and I can remove the cabinet and shrink it's size. I believe the cabinet will be cut back (toward the windshield) about 5" and up higher about 6". So no more hitting your head when you're carrying stuff in the entry I'll post pictures later when the cabinet gets modified.

Randy, Check your PM (Private Messages).

[RVNeophytes2]

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Originally Posted by DonGott I wish someone would post some pics of their old TV removal and the installation of the new flat screen on here that deals with the TV being directly over the drivers seat...

Here, I pry out the screw cover buttons, remove the frame; the wooden blocks at the bottom and a bar across the top of the TV are removed and the TV is rotated sideways. From that position, the wires can be disconnected and then the unit gently shouldered out of its precarious perch. The most difficult part, on the whole, is getting the 80 lb behemoth out the front door!

[RVNeophytes2]

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Originally Posted by DonGott I wish someone would post some pics of their old TV removal and the installation of the new flat screen on here that deals with the TV being directly over the drivers seat...

In both the Fleetwood and my buddy's Newmar, a stout plank is mounted across the opening. In the case of the Fleetwood shown here, I laid the TV on a flat surface and mounted the wall bracket. Then, I measured the completed assembly's thickness (eg distance from screen to the mounting plate) and added a half-inch.

Two strips of extruded aluminum angle that were pre-drilled for stainless panhead screws were added to the empty cubicle's sides. The mounting plank was then attached to the extrusion. As a technique, I rolled white latex paint on the TV wall mount plate, carefully inserted the new TV into position. In our case, we chose a screen that snugly fit inside the opening. There are some installations where a larger screen is fitted outside. The inside-mounted unit is less of a head-banging hazard when entering the coach; the outside-mounted ones give you a grander screen.

Once the screen was mounted flush with the opening, I reattached the outer frame and then inserted strips of closed-cell black soundproofing foam around the edges for anti-chafing and tightness.

(Notice the rubber nursery corner-guard from WalMart on the lower right edge of the frame. Sure, it hurts when you run up the stairs and drive your skull into the padded point; but, at least you don't suffer the agony and possible momentary loss of consciousness that the bare wood point affords...)