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I just replaced two 22 year old AC/heat pump units in my rig. I have the five button thermostats for sale if anyone is interested. The new units required new ten button thermostats. I will let them go for best offer I get in the next week, plus shipping. 
 

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty

2020 Explorer ST

2022 Indian Pursuit

Thank you Tom. That’s exactly what I needed. 
 

Brouck Sleight 

2002 Dynasty 

2020 Explorer ST

2022 Indian Pursuit

My front Penguin has bit the dust. The unit comes on and the compressor starts but I just get outside unconditioned air. Is my assumption correct that the refrigerant is gone and cannot be recharged? If so, what replacements have folks had good luck with? It is a 13,500 btu model with heat pump (which I never use). I have the five button thermostat. 
Also, this issue happened right after a tree fell on the rig causing other extensive damage. Could that possibly be the cause? 
Thanks in advance. 
 

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty 

2020 Explorer ST

2022 Indian Pursuit 

Large pine fell on my 2002 Dynasty last night and startled me out of a sound sleep. The front cap has separated on the top and I need a new windshield. 
Anyone have an idea about how deep I’m in to get damage repaired? There is other damage as well but I think the worst of it’s the cap and glass. 

Sorry, Wayne, didn't mention the venting. It comes with parts and instructions to vent outside if you wish. I chose not to do so. 
 

Brouck

Wayne, I replaced a Sharp 1850 with a Sharp 1874 ty. It was an exact fit but had to make a new hole in the right side adjacent cabinet for the power cord plug. 
It took two of us and my helper is, unlike myself, young, strong and flexible. 
I’m very pleased with the result. 

New Samsung fridge is in place. New Sharp microwave/convection overhead is in place. Now I want to replace the gas cooktop. 
Any suggestions for which one to get and any installation tips would be welcome. 
Thanks in advance. 
 

Brouck Sleight 

2002 Dynasty

2020 Explorer ST

2022 Indian Pursuit 

OK y’all! I just replaced the chassis batteries and I’m up and running. I reiterate, they “looked fine” and measured at 14 + volts. Go figure. 
 

Thanks to all who commented. 
 

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty

2020 Explorer ST

2022 Indian Pursuit

I just returned back to my rig in the Smokies after spending two months doing a Santa Claus gig in Yonkers NY. Apparently there were some sub 0 temps while I was gone. I’ve been greeted with a freeze damaged water pump (and maybe pipes as well). Also, and the reason for the post; one of my jacks released some pressure and I’m leaning noticeably. I tried to start the engine to air up and take initial stress off the jacks so I could relevel.  I got dash lights and a couple clicks but no engagement. I then tried the jacks and got lights but no extension. 14.5 volts on the chassis batteries and 11.9-12.4 volts on the house batteries. There is no corrosion on any of the terminals and the house batteries were topped of with distilled in October. They are three year old interstate OEM type. The chassis pair are interstates as well and are two years old and not serviceable. 
I assume the jacks are chassis powered and they are somehow related to the starter solenoid in the forward driver side run bay. 
Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated. 
Unfortunately I had back surgery shortly before I left for NY and I don’t really have my legs back under me yet. 
 

Happy NewYear to all!

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty 

2020 Explorer ST

2022 Indian Pursuit Dark Horse

I have found the Samsung RF 18 on sale at Lowes right now. Replacing the Norcold with this unit appears to be the best option by far, both in terms of dollars and importantly safety. 
I thank all of you that chimed in with useful information and suggestions. 
I do have some slight confusion yet about the question of the insulation with the install. Some say yea, some say nay. 
I would hear further testimony. 
Thanks again. 
 

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty                                                    
2020 Explorer ST                                              
2022 Indian Pursuit

Looks like I need to replace my Norcold cooling unit, at least, again so I’m entertaining the switch out to residential. I’ve seen issues with the previously popular Samsung units. What are the current options in vogue please? I have the 1210 model. A perfect fit would excite me. 
 

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty                                                        
2020 Explorer ST    
2022 Indian Pursuit                                           

Hmmm, I’m becoming old, in my soft age!

I need new struts for my bay door with the sliding tray. There is no listing for pounds on the two that failed. The length is 19 1/2 inches. Where might I snag that info? Thanks

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty

2020 Explorer ST

Thanks for the suggestion. Apparently the window is an Atwood and they are no longer produced. 
Has anyone replaced a window with salvage  parts?

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty

2019 Ford Edge ST

I have a broken side window (third window in the vernacular) and I’m curious if anyone has experience with this situation. Replacement with a brand new window which must be fabricated from scratch, I’m told is $1600 including labor. 
Does installing a salvage piece make any sense? Thank you all. 
 

Brouck Sleight

2002 Dynasty

2019 Ford Edge ST