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bokobird · 04-13-2017, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by flaggship1

Hey Don... Skyboss...
Which panel do recommend we have removed - I assume the bottom one - but there's one higher...

Similar to mine, you need to do the bottom one. It's the only one they'd have access to from the outside air vent. If yours is similarly configured, the compressor pump and such are down in that area.

Are they going to seal up the air vent on the side of the coach as well as seal off the top? Otherwise you'll be getting cold air and possibly water into that compartment and you really don't want to do that. The Norcold was sealed from that kind of exposure due to the way it's made but residential fridges probably won't like extreme cold/heat or moisture coming from those areas.

flaggship1 · 04-13-2017, 03:09 PM

Yep! They'll seal off both of the vents - and since our fridge is in the slideout - both vents would provide some access to the back of the fridge. The top vent would probably be too high above the upper access panel to be useful.

Sky_Boss · 04-13-2017, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by flaggship1

Hey Don... Skyboss...
Which panel do recommend we have removed - I assume the bottom one - but there's one higher...

Yes, the bottom one. You will then re-install it after it is set in place with the screws to the holes that are still accessible. It is possible that your frame will allow access to all the plate screws but you won't know until then. That is where you can access the defrost drain pan and some other odds and ends.

When sealing it off, set it up so you can remove the insulation "plug" to get to that area. You might need to in order to do an occasional inspection and maybe vacuum out dust and dirt. (Or in our case dog hair.

) Also consider running the defrost tube through the insulation plug and out the side of the coach. It doesn't look perfect but it would reduce the chance of over accumulation of water in the drain pan. While highly unlikely, prevention is better than fixin'. You can extend the tube out far enough to avoid dripping down the side of the coach.

Diwizi · 04-13-2017, 05:31 PM

Sad, sad day...

I read on another source that there is roadkill, not an armadilla...

Btw, Larry's checkup today was great, all vitals are good, reduced some meds, and go back in 3 weeks....

flaggship1 · 04-13-2017, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Sky_Boss

Yes, the bottom one. You will then re-install it after it is set in place with the screws to the holes that are still accessible. It is possible that your frame will allow access to all the plate screws but you won't know until then. That is where you can access the defrost drain pan and some other odds and ends.

When sealing it off, set it up so you can remove the insulation "plug" to get to that area. You might need to in order to do an occasional inspection and maybe vacuum out dust and dirt. (Or in our case dog hair.

) Also consider running the defrost tube through the insulation plug and out the side of the coach. It doesn't look perfect but it would reduce the chance of over accumulation of water in the drain pan. While highly unlikely, prevention is better than fixin'. You can extend the tube out far enough to avoid dripping down the side of the coach.

Thanks Don - the "reinstall the panel" through the old vent is an important step! I've called and left them a message.

I've already talked to him about the routing of the defrost line from the pan. It's not their first rodeo - but it is mine in this case. The fewer head bangs the better.

And while we don't have pet hair - we do have dust. In fact, I've concluded Arizona is made entirely from dust. And it's no ordinary dust. It's a super dust that sneaks up on you.

flaggship1 · 04-13-2017, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Diwizi

Sad, sad day...

I read on another source that there is roadkill, not an armadilla...

Btw, Larry's checkup today was great, all vitals are good, reduced some meds, and go back in 3 weeks....

Di - Great news on Larry! 3 weeks - then see you next month - and 3 months - 6 months - or until the next medical wonderment!

On the other note - he's FBing about it so there or on our Mutant Email Network is probably the best place for discussion.

CampDaven · 04-13-2017, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by flaggship1

Di - Great news on Larry! 3 weeks - then see you next month - and 3 months - 6 months - or until the next medical wonderment!

On the other note - he's FBing about it so there or on our Mutant Email Network is probably the best place for discussion.

X2 from Steen's!!!!
Love ya

CampDaven · 04-13-2017, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by flaggship1

Thanks Don - the "reinstall the panel" through the old vent is an important step! I've called and left them a message.

I've already talked to him about the routing of the defrost line from the pan. It's not their first rodeo - but it is mine in this case. The fewer head bangs the better.

And while we don't have pet hair - we do have dust. In fact, I've concluded Arizona is made entirely from dust. And it's no ordinary dust. It's a super dust that sneaks up on you.

Wow, Steve!
You are very on top of this huge project, Bro.
Thanks for the PoP!
And AZ has a patented process that spreads their dust evenly on all available surfaces.

CampDaven · 04-13-2017, 05:55 PM

Hey RVMs, and especially to Papaw Steve...
Riverside RV Park, Robertsdale AL, is the nicest, cleanest, and well-run campground we have ever been to!

The staff is superbly courteous, helpful, and kind. They went out of their way to make certain we were comfortable!

Review their website and the pictures there. It's all simply wonderful.

I highly recommend this place to all RVMs.

Dave and Nola

http://www.riverside-rvresort.com

flaggship1 · 04-13-2017, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by CampDaven

Wow, Steve!
You are very on top of this huge project, Bro.
Thanks for the PoP!
And AZ has a patented process that spreads their dust evenly on all available surfaces.

Dave - the windows ran a little more than I thought they would - but that's because the price I was quoted was $90 per window. It's actually per section... so my drivers window has 3 sections.... so 13 windows became 26 windows...yikes. They all needed it and it's more than cosmetic, so what the heck.

Papawto5 · 04-13-2017, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by CampDaven

Hey RVMs, and especially to Papaw Steve...
Riverside RV Park, Robertsdale AL, is the nicest, cleanest, and well-run campground we have ever been to!

The staff is superbly courteous, helpful, and kind. They went out of their way to make certain we were comfortable!

Review their website and the pictures there. It's all simply wonderful.

I highly recommend this place to all RVMs.

Dave and Nola

Riverside RV Resort, LLC - Robertsdale, AL - Come join us on the river!

Thanx Dave, I've added it to my "Campgrounds recommended by Fellow Mutants" list.

huntnski · 04-13-2017, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Sky_Boss

Yes, the bottom one. You will then re-install it after it is set in place with the screws to the holes that are still accessible. It is possible that your frame will allow access to all the plate screws but you won't know until then. That is where you can access the defrost drain pan and some other odds and ends.

When sealing it off, set it up so you can remove the insulation "plug" to get to that area. You might need to in order to do an occasional inspection and maybe vacuum out dust and dirt. (Or in our case dog hair.

) Also consider running the defrost tube through the insulation plug and out the side of the coach. It doesn't look perfect but it would reduce the chance of over accumulation of water in the drain pan. While highly unlikely, prevention is better than fixin'. You can extend the tube out far enough to avoid dripping down the side of the coach.

Totally unrelated to your quote, just wanted to get your attention.

Don you may remember Two-Slides, Ralph and Irene from the rumble at the cape. Irene texted Mary the other day to let us know that Ralph is dealing with some very serious health issues. Don't know if you have made any contact with them since Cape Geuraldo, we had a visit from them while hosting at the State Park.

Mutants many of you may not know Two-Slides but I know he often reads our thread. I'm asking for prayers, thoughts and Ohmms for this fellow RVer. They would fit in well with any of us!

Thanks

flaggship1 · 04-13-2017, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by huntnski

Totally unrelated to your quote, just wanted to get your attention.

Don you may remember Two-Slides, Ralph and Irene from the rumble at the cape. Irene texted Mary the other day to let us know that Ralph is dealing with some very serious health issues. Don't know if you have made any contact with them since Cape Geuraldo, we had a visit from them while hosting at the State Park.

Mutants many of you may not know Two-Slides but I know he often reads our thread. I'm asking for prayers, thoughts and Ohmms for this fellow RVer. They would fit in well with any of us!

Thanks

You got it Tim.
Omms and prayers...
It's been a while since we didn't make it to the Rumble at the Cape. Wish we had but that was pre-retirement...

Sky_Boss · 04-13-2017, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by huntnski

...
Don you may remember Two-Slides, Ralph and Irene from the rumble at the cape. Irene texted Mary the other day to let us know that Ralph is dealing with some very serious health issues. Don't know if you have made any contact with them since Cape Geuraldo, we had a visit from them while hosting at the State Park. ...

I haven't had any contact with them. Please pass on our best regards and hopes that Ralph is able to mend as quickly as possible.