nccamper
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Post by nccamper on Apr 17, 2014 20:29:20 GMT -8
Our 1962 Compact has an old heater vented out the side. I have no idea just how old. The former owner of 26 years said it was there when he bought it. He thought it was original but I'm not seeing it. That's the vent I'll use for a portable A/C. Any reason pop to mind that it would be a bad idea? Any reason I shouldn't leave it in a dumpster on the way home?   |
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Post by CorvettCrzy on Apr 17, 2014 20:35:43 GMT -8
Never put anything in the dumpster, someone always wants it.
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Post by vikx on Apr 17, 2014 22:37:19 GMT -8
I agree. It's original and if it works, priceless... to one of us who wants one. These old passive heaters aren't available any more; the Wave 3 is the current replacement. Thing is, this is a vented heater and rare. (Wave's don't require a vent but DO REQUIRE certain # of square inches of ventilation)
If it's rusted out, the valve may be of use to someone. Keep it for a while...
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Post by Ten on Apr 18, 2014 2:34:20 GMT -8
Heaters were an option in the Compacts. That most likely is an original installation. If that sat for a long period of time it may well need to be taken apart and cleaned out before it is tested, leaving about the only possible testing at seeing if the valve turns.
Removal may be a bit tricky as well, since the vent tube pipe is a slip-joint type, and they usually take a bit of gentle persuasion to get them apart after so many years of rusting. The center tube in the vent is the heavy one that carried the fumes, and reaches out through the outer cover, so care will need to be taken in order to preserve the vent cover on the exterior.
As always, the general rule is "don't throw anything away, until you are absolutely sure you are done with it."
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Post by nccamper on Apr 18, 2014 3:22:31 GMT -8
Thanks for the answers. I'll move slowly. If we have to choose between the old heater and a new A/C, I think we will lose the heater. It also makes a nice space for a Porta Potty. Our Forester also has an original heater but it vents out the top. The heater looks a little nicer.   |
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Post by bmxovich on Apr 18, 2014 4:25:06 GMT -8
I can see where the options for that space would outweigh keeping the heater. I can't imagine not having a bath or at least closet space there. But, if I removed it, I'd document it and store it away, for if or when you decide to sell the trailer.
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Post by capecharlie on Apr 18, 2014 4:35:41 GMT -8
Our 1962 Compact has an old heater vented out the side. I have no idea just how old. The former owner of 26 years said it was there when he bought it. He thought it was original but I'm not seeing it. That's the vent I'll use for a portable A/C. Any reason pop to mind that it would be a bad idea? Any reason I shouldn't leave it in a dumpster on the way home? I have that same unit in my 62 16sc, and I'm missing the exterior exhaust cover. Let me know if you want to part with it. Thanks! (Proving the point that someone is always looking for original parts!) |
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Post by nccamper on Apr 18, 2014 5:55:19 GMT -8
If I take out the heater I will try to use the same exhaust vent for a/c. No reason to reinvent the wheel.
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