Thanks for the very solid info. I'd of never thought of a flexing hubcap, but that just might be it. The TV remedy is probably just a matter of time for us. Most assuredly it should have been an LCD flatscreen, but the benefit/cost for T/L is what drove that decision. We've thought about a laptop w/ a TV tuner, as is would contain all the media components needed (even TiVo-like DVR capability) in one TINY space. Could even buy a separate larger LCD monitor for nicer viewing.
Ths dressing room idea sounds perfect for agoaliemom and family. It mimics the way many class B vans handle the wet bath with large swingout door panels. Good thinking.