jimboman
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Post by jimboman on Oct 13, 2015 9:46:06 GMT -8
Hey gang, first post.
My wife and I recently acquired a 1965 TravelEZE, and we're looking into some minor upgrades like an awning and some interior stuff. We decided that the original, propane fridge isn't going to cut it, and needs an upgrade (propane+electric).
I took some measurements, and the fridge won't even fit through the door, including with the door frame removed (only gain about 1/2" on either side with frame removed).
Has anyone removed their fridge from this unit, and what did the surgery look like? I was thinking of pulling out one of the windows, the window frame, and rolling down some of the paneling, but would prefer to hear from others before embarking on such an ambitious renovation.
Thanks, in advance!!
Jim
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Post by nccamper on Oct 13, 2015 17:55:26 GMT -8
How nice is the exterior paint? Can you remove the skin below the front window on the Traveleze? I hate to say it, but the front seems like the path of least resistance. There always seems to be very little framing in the front. The downside, you lose a panel up front. Your problem is not getting the old fridge out (Saws all) it's getting the new one in? Here is the framing on the front of a Shasta. There is almost nothing there.  More experienced members may have a less brutal route. |
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Post by vikx on Oct 15, 2015 21:17:21 GMT -8
There usually is a window frame that the fridge will squeeze thru. It's tight, but if you measure, I'll bet there is one....
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Post by kirkadie on Oct 16, 2015 4:48:57 GMT -8
How about removing the frige door? That should buy you a few inches.
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Post by davek on Oct 16, 2015 5:24:20 GMT -8
Cut it in half and replace it with a smaller unit.
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Post by jimboman on Oct 16, 2015 8:41:36 GMT -8
Thanks for all the feedback!
We're still shopping around for a future fridge, so understanding that will be a limiting factor in terms of where it will enter into the trailer we haven't decided yet.
I like the idea of pulling the fridge door off and remeasuring, thank you kirkadie!
Thanks for the pic of your Shasta nccamper, was thinking that might be our ~ONLY~ option!
Would definitely be willing cut the old one up davek, will probably head that direction depending on the size of our 'to-be' fridge.
Again, thanks all - a bit more to think about and strategize with!
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Post by mobiltec on Oct 23, 2015 19:26:27 GMT -8
NCC is right. The front panel is the easiest to remove and put back or replace. While you are in there you can check the framing and curbing. Usually the curbing is damaged and its a good time to replace it. IF the curbing is not damaged you are a lucky person and won't have to replace it. Doesn't take very long though. New curbing is a half day event with breaks, beers and bsing with your friends about the best way to go about it LOL.
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