Have you replaced your AC before?
I have a new AC unit coming today. 110F+ outside and the old one has a locked compressor. Coach has 3 AC units but it is amazing how I lose one and it is 90F+ inside. The old AC is a RV Products m...
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I've removed one. I laid 2X6's on the roof and a couple more leaned at an angle against the roof. Once I'd removed the retaining bolts I pushed the unit up and onto the 2x6's, tied two ropes to it (a puller and a keeper), and carefully dragged it across the boards and down the ramp. I did this by myself but I recommend two strong men for this job.
To remove the AC, first remove the vent and control unit on the ceiling. Once removed, you'll see four long bolts that clamp the AC down against the roof. Remove all four and push up against the AC.
There is a half-inch hard foam gasket that the AC sits on. On mine this gasket was stuck against the metal roof and it really took some force to loosen it. Once loose, you're "only" dealing with 90 lbs of dead weight and it's much easier to handle.
To remove the AC, first remove the vent and control unit on the ceiling. Once removed, you'll see four long bolts that clamp the AC down against the roof. Remove all four and push up against the AC.
There is a half-inch hard foam gasket that the AC sits on. On mine this gasket was stuck against the metal roof and it really took some force to loosen it. Once loose, you're "only" dealing with 90 lbs of dead weight and it's much easier to handle.
