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Mount 100lb mini-split condenser to rear wall?

I have a Coachmen class A and want to mount a 100lb mini-split to the rear wall. Is this too much weight? I know some people use a hitch carrier but ours is occupied. And this RV has no square bumper to put mounts on.I would use one of these wall mou...

SlowBro by • Explorer III
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Lippert Solera 18 volt Awning Arms

Note: This product review is not based on a DIY project as I had the awning arms installed by a dealer. But, I felt that this forum was the most appropriate place to post it.https://store.lci1.com/18v-universal-awning-hardware-kit-69in-various-color...

scbwr by • Explorer II
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bunk beds

Want to delete my bunk beds in my four winds 31E. Looking for ideas on what I can do with that space.

Rhigley by • Explorer
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Loud refrigerator fan

Anybody else have been annoyed enough by this to have replaced theirs with a quieter fan? Mine has a ADDA model AD0912UB-A71GP with a 34db rating and 70cfm volume.

Fitted sofa bed cover?

I've been thinking of covering the sofa bed with something. It's a short 5ft sofa across the trailer, apparently for kids - but there are no kids, so it's used as a coach only.Impossible to get rid of dust and sand, there is always some by the end of...

Almot by • Explorer III
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champion generator mount

I am working on building a mount for my 3500 watt champion generator and am struggling to figure out the best way to bolt it down, I want to have it securely mounted and not just strapped down. This model has wheels on one side and a pair of bumpers ...

Replacing Piezo Igniter

The stove cooktop burner igniter on our old Magic Chef stove was a know you turned and was very loud, I planned on replacing it with a BBQ style battery powered and therefore, virtually silent. Trouble was I couldn't find one to fit. Well the MC di...

Cargo Bay sliding tray install

I've got a 2017 Newmar Ventana LE, and am about to install a sliding storage tray from MORryde (36 x 90). While capacity is 800 pounds, I'm certain I'll never reach half of that.There's about a 3" distance between the inside floor of the bay and the...

Slide topper

My Bro in law wants to add slide toppers on his Jayco TT. Where is the best place to purchase? Major difference between brands? Ive only had Carefree..Easy do it yourself project? Very handy and loves to watch YouTube..

Question about solar panel rack.

My new solar panels came today! I waited until they arrived to determine how to mount them. I have been considering a rack from side to side of our class c Winnie 25b. The panels are 59 x 26 and I thought I’d bolt them to an aluminum rack screwed to ...

EMD360 by • Explorer
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Installing a reverse switch in a Fantastic-Fan

Really I have two questions, first, how do I determine the model of my FF? I have a 2002 Winnie made in 2001 and the kitchen/dining area fan is a manual opening, fan without a reverse switch.Second question is, what do I need to look out for if I wa...

WINDOW AWNINGS

ARE WINDOW AWNINGS WORTH ADDING TO A COACH?IS THE MATERIAL SEE THRU SO LIGHT WILL STILL COME IN?THANKS

hoffy by • Explorer
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Homemade Tire Scale

I'm not really sure what forum this best fits in, so posting it here.I assembled a 20K tire scale for around $300, which I consider a great tool to have if trying to tune and balance your rig. I use it for my truck, Jeep, truck camper, and fifth whee...

n0arp by • Explorer
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AC Water on top of RV

The water that drains off the AC runs down the front cap of our fifth wheel. Has anyone diverted that water so it runs off the side of the RV? All input appreciated. Thank you. Betsy.

mittshel by • Explorer
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