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Post by drphilipjones on Feb 1, 2016 8:07:04 GMT -8
Hello everyone,
I recently picked up a 1973 Shasta 1400 and am in the process of getting it ready for camping. I am making a few modifications to the original, but I think in the end it will make things a lot easier. I am removing the Window AC and having a low profile roof mount AC unit installed where the roof vent is located. I am also converting all the lighting inside to 12 volt LED lighting with a battery pack and solar cells on the roof. Let me know if anyone else has done this to their Shasta.
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Post by jehle on Feb 1, 2016 8:15:31 GMT -8
Hello everyone,
I recently picked up a 1973 Shasta 1400 and am in the process of getting it ready for camping. I am making a few modifications to the original, but I think in the end it will make things a lot easier. I am removing the Window AC and having a low profile roof mount AC unit installed where the roof vent is located. I am also converting all the lighting inside to 12 volt LED lighting with a battery pack and solar cells on the roof. Let me know if anyone else has done this to their Shasta.
Thanks Welcome, like yourself I am new to the forum. Even though I do not have a trailer yet I am gathering ton's of useful information. I'm sure you will get lots of advice on your new trailer by people who have been there done that. Good luck! |
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Post by kirkadie on Feb 1, 2016 8:22:48 GMT -8
Hello drphillipjones. Glad you found us.
A/C info; pre 70s trailers were not designed to support weight on the roof, and that subject has been discussed a lot. Don't know if your 73 is stronger, but there have been bad results from roof a/c units, so beware.
Other members have come up with good alternatives, as you'll see with some exploring on this site.
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Post by Ten on Feb 1, 2016 13:35:56 GMT -8
Hello drphillipjones. Glad you found us. A/C info; pre 70s trailers were not designed to support weight on the roof, and that subject has been discussed a lot. Don't know if your 73 is stronger, but there have been bad results from roof a/c units However, removing the window mount one is the first order of business...these old trailers were never designed to support the weight in the window frames to begin with. Welcome aboard! |
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Post by mobiltec on Feb 1, 2016 15:41:15 GMT -8
Welcome Doc. Glad you pointed out your plans before starting anything. The solar panels on the roof will create lots of little holes that you do not want in that roof. These will be holes that can not be sealed permanently. The roof ripples under the wind pressure while towing which will accelerate the problem. You won't have to worry about it for too long though because the AC will pull the entire roof down into the bottom of the trailer with the third good bump you hit. Seriously, what you want to do at this point is figure out what kind of shape all of the framing in your trailer is. Is there any signs or water damage on the inside of the trailer? If there is, take some photos and show us and we can pretty much tell you exactly what's going on under the skin. Look at the vent hole, under all the windows and in the corners of the trailer. Any signs of leakage will be just the tip of the iceberg. We're here to help so let's see some photos. There are other ways to get AC and solar systems without ruining your roof.  |
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Post by prettywoman0172 on Feb 2, 2016 6:39:12 GMT -8
Welcome Doc. Glad you pointed out your plans before starting anything. The solar panels on the roof will create lots of little holes that you do not want in that roof. These will be holes that can not be sealed permanently. The roof ripples under the wind pressure while towing which will accelerate the problem. You won't have to worry about it for too long though because the AC will pull the entire roof down into the bottom of the trailer with the third good bump you hit. Seriously, what you want to do at this point is figure out what kind of shape all of the framing in your trailer is. Is there any signs or water damage on the inside of the trailer? If there is, take some photos and show us and we can pretty much tell you exactly what's going on under the skin. Look at the vent hole, under all the windows and in the corners of the trailer. Any signs of leakage will be just the tip of the iceberg. We're here to help so let's see some photos. There are other ways to get AC and solar systems without ruining your roof. That just made me LOL. I am so gladI found this forum. And welcome new member...there is a lot to learn from these seasoned folks. |
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