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Title: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: kenhat on July 06, 2012, 12:58:04 pm
My fan motor died and per Splendide the motor is no longer available and had no suggestions besides hitting ebay to look for one. Looks like I'll be sporting a new Splendide in the near future but before I do that I thought I'd check here to see if anyone has solved this problem before or if anyone has any ideas.

This is the original Splendide manufactured between 1984 & 1996. The tech said it was easily identifiable by the red indicator light on the front about the size of a nickel.

Also does anyone know if the vent on the new Splendide is in the same location as the old one? I'm hoping it is. I'd really rather not have to customize the vent outlet. :(

thanks!
ken
Title: Re: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: Keith and Joyce on July 06, 2012, 01:06:52 pm
I would suggest that you take the old motor to an commercial electrical supplier or a Grainger location and ask them to match one up.  There is almost always something out there and a good parts person will, if available, find it.  Take the actual motor not just the part #'s.

Keith
Title: Re: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: Tim Fiedler on July 06, 2012, 01:19:37 pm
MOT replaced our 2000 model year Splendide with the current model, vent not a problem. Big upgrade per DW and Mom. Bought from CW as they were cheapest, had shipped free to MOT
Title: Re: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: Michelle on July 06, 2012, 02:47:24 pm
MOT replaced our 2000 model year Splendide with the current model, vent not a problem. Big upgrade per DW and Mom.

We also upgraded from the 2000s to the 2100XC.  No issues with vent placement (it uses flex ducting), BIG upgrade in terms of capacity and it uses much less water than the original.

Michelle
Title: Re: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: Gary Bouland (RIP) on July 07, 2012, 09:37:07 am
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My fan motor died and per Splendide the motor is no longer available and had no suggestions besides hitting ebay to look for one. Looks like I'll be sporting a new Splendide in the near future but before I do that I thought I'd check here to see if anyone has solved this problem before or if anyone has any ideas.

Ken, Give me a call, I may be able to get that part for you, long story, I'll tell you when you call.
Gary B
770-595-3891
Title: Re: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: kenhat on July 08, 2012, 09:48:38 pm
Have to give props to Gary for going above and beyond to try and help me. Unfortunately it didn't work out.
 
Keith good suggestion I may have to try that.

Tim and Michelle you were no help at all! Now Dori wants me to buy her a new 2100XC. :)

see ya
ken
Title: Re: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: kenhat on February 05, 2013, 09:42:28 am
Six months later and I finally pulled the trigger on a new 2100xc from Camping World. Internet only sale for "only" $1099. Called the store and they had it for $1079! Bargain! :)

Pretty much a direct drop in. For some reason the factory unit was not exactly lined up with the opening. About an inch to the right. When I pulled the old unit it was quite a struggle with a lot of bad words uttered. Before the install I pulled the 1.5x1.5 cleats from the floor and repositioned so that the unit exactly lines up with the door. Made the install so much easier. I also took the advise of someone on the forum to remove the cover from the unit and take out the cement block counter balance from the unit before the install. Made it much easier to manhandle the unit around. Was able to lift the unit up into the coach with only a little guidance from the DW.

The new unit is soooo much better than the 20 year old unit it replaced. They made a few advancements since 1992! DW is very happy. :)

see ya
ken
Title: Re: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: Retired Navy Chief on February 05, 2013, 11:16:59 am
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The new unit is soooo much better than the 20 year old unit it replaced. They made a few advancements since 1992! DW is very happy. :)

see ya
ken

Confirms the ol saying "if the DW ain't happy no one is happy".  LOL. We have been debating on a new purchase a new unit.  This forum can be costly at times :o  Thanks for the info, David
Title: Re: Splendide 2000 Dryer fan motor
Post by: Tim Fiedler on February 05, 2013, 11:28:00 am
My DW and Mom both love the upgraded Splendide from the original, put it in about 15 months age, all good