Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #25 – September 26, 2014, 12:10:22 am Looking good. I enjoyed peeking in today. Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #26 – September 26, 2014, 01:03:05 am Chuck,Looks like you are having lots of fun, enjoy all the new upgrades; i can't wait to see them in person ... I hope on our next DFW gathering if we both can make it ..That white U240, is it painted? it is very shiny. Ours will be there mid October for few detail wood working similar to yours & some adjustments such as the HWH leveling .... I can't get it quite dialed in myself. Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #27 – September 26, 2014, 08:11:15 am Very nice! You will really like the new fridge. We just finihed a 10 day shakedown cruise with ours. Perfect. It makes different sounds than the gas one. Something you get used to quickly. I like the sliding vent door.Did they close the ceiling vent hole?Roger Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #28 – September 26, 2014, 08:15:16 am Al,I can't say enough good things about David Flanagan's merry band of wood workers! They can literally do anything you can imagine...all you have to do is describe your ideas and they turn them into reality. If they see a better way to do something, they will suggest it, but in the end you are the boss. It is one of those "Be careful what you wish for..." situations, because you ARE getting exactly what you think you want! You will be impressed with their work - trust me.I have a funny story for the forum, which concerns me getting what I asked for, but I will save it until I can post some good photos to accompany my tale.The white U240 (which is still here, by the way) is not painted - that is the original gelcoat! The owner (I was told) spent a LOT of time removing the old decals and buffing the surface to remove the "shadows", then applying polish and sealer. The exterior is really smooth - as good as any full body paint. The interior looks just as good - redone completely with fresh upholstery and linoleum floors (that's just what I could see peeking in the door). Very impressive.We are also looking forward to another DFW area "Gathering"...I hope Pamela and Mike can make it back over the Benbrook Lake and arrange another party. We are definitely IN! Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #29 – September 26, 2014, 08:24:01 am Roger,They left the roof vent open - their opinion is that a little ventilation behind the fridge can't hurt anything, and may be beneficial. The sliding door is provided mostly for cold weather, to help prevent freezing of ice maker water line. The inside of the door has a sheet of foam insulation bonded to it. The door is a very snug fit when closed (great wood work by Larry). Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #30 – September 26, 2014, 11:27:00 am Chuck,That U240 looks awesome I wonder who owns it. I wonder if they are member here? I love to be able to get ours shining like that and rid of the aging decals. I received a very good number for full body paint from FT for ours but I think rather keep the gelcoat. AL Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #31 – September 26, 2014, 11:55:16 am Great pictures, We will be removing our trash compactor soon and replacing with either a hamper or drawers. Thanks again looks great. Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #32 – September 26, 2014, 12:29:22 pm Quote from: Andy 2 – September 26, 2014, 11:55:16 amGreat pictures, We will be removing our trash compactor soon and replacing with either a hamper or drawers.OMG! Removing the trash compactor? When we boondock being able to compact the trash keeps us from having trash bags around the rig (inside) or bears around the rig (outside). I'd get rid of the ice maker long before I took that trash compactor out!!!BTW: thinking seriously of putting a decent catalytic heater where the ice maker is now.Craig Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #33 – September 26, 2014, 01:08:47 pm Hmmm, removing trash compactor. To each their own Having had a sob, that was the first mod we wanted to do-put in a trash compactor.If we ate out a lot more probally would not be much of an issue for us. Since we are using our coach, all the time we would not do without it. (paper an trash not much food scraps lasts at least 2 weeks)The only downside we see is it is less exercise Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #34 – September 26, 2014, 04:44:23 pm QuoteHmmm, removing trash compactor. To each their ownWhen we got this 300 the first thing I did was *can the trash compactor and the washing machine!jor Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #35 – September 26, 2014, 04:53:13 pm Eco Heater NA400S 400 Watt Wall Mount Natural Convection Ceramic HeaterCraig, gas or electric? Or buddy heater? Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #36 – September 26, 2014, 07:18:38 pm Thanks Chuck, iI closed my side vent much like they did at FOT. I closed my roof opening about 75%. Up north here I don't need to let any extra cold air in. Enjoy your remodel additions. They look great!Roger Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #37 – September 26, 2014, 08:38:17 pm Quote from: jor – September 26, 2014, 04:44:23 pmWhen we got this 300 the first thing I did was *can the trash compactor and the washing machine!jorWe had a compactor in our '95 ... and I wish wish wish that I had one in this coach! LOVE them. Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #38 – September 26, 2014, 09:02:59 pm Well well If anybody would like this stop in sometime in Billings and pick it up it's free to a good home. PS there is no Key and we have never tried to see if it works. Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #39 – September 27, 2014, 08:14:44 am Andy, where did that unit fit in your coach? I'll be in Billings Wednesday (10/1) I'd love to get rid of the vacuum cleaner & ice maker, the compactor would be great if measurements were right. You do have 4 feet more than I do, so maybe it wouldn't fit? Input anybody? Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #40 – September 27, 2014, 08:31:25 am I loved my unlined and wish I still had room for one. Love it though that different strokes for different people. When I had the line I did not have an ice mailer in the fridge. Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #41 – September 27, 2014, 08:40:30 am Day five at FOT. Well, we almost got done before the weekend, but not quite. In spite of a great effort by Larry and Bookey, they weren't able to completely finish the end table/storage cabinet. I told them it wasn't a big deal to us, and I didn't want to rush the work, so we will get to enjoy a "free" weekend get-a-way at Camp Foretravel, in scenic NAC. On Monday they should complete the end table and get it installed.What we did get done (yesterday) was complete the installation of the breakfast bar/computer table. It looks beautiful - the walnut table top done by Bookey is just gorgeous. We will almost be afraid to set anything on it, I am sure, for fear of marring the surface. But David assures me it is a very durable finish, and with a little common sense will last a long time. The table has 2 holes in the rear for power cords to pass through. The center support brace has a duplex power outlet on both sides (under the table). There is a full-length shelf under the table to hold any computer devices that you don't want on top. For instance, I will eventually move my desktop computer into the coach. It is a Mac Mini with a 1TB external backup hard drive. Both these items will fit nicely on the shelf, along with the wireless keyboard and mouse, when they are not being used. With the monitor sitting on the table connected by a single USB cable, it should be a nice clean setup.After lunch yesterday David sent the coach to the "clean-up" bay to get it thoroughly detailed inside and out. It really needed it after all the construction activity of the past week. After the "Ladies" got through inside, and the outside got a much-needed bath, it looked better than it did before we got here. We really appreciate this extra touch of customer service!Later today I will get some photos of the completed work up to this point. The new Samsung immediately pulled down to the set temps of -2 in the freezer and 38 in the fridge, and is making ice like crazy with no leaks, so all is well there. We will get the Sharp microwave/convection oven book out today and try it out, but I have no doubt it will work fine. I also want to try running both of them on inverter, to see how that works. That will give me something to do today. Sometime today we need to make a run to the grocery store, because after we transferred all our cold food from two BIG ice chests into the new fridge, it still looks practically empty like there is almost nothing in it! Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #42 – September 27, 2014, 09:05:08 am Fridge will run fine on the inverter. The microwave will draw a lot more and you might want to have the engine running even for short uses. To reheat is not an issue but to cook something takes a lot of power. Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #43 – September 27, 2014, 02:46:23 pm Mis Dani I sent you a PM Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #44 – September 27, 2014, 03:04:16 pm Quote from: John S – September 27, 2014, 09:05:08 amFridge will run fine on the inverter. The microwave will draw a lot more and you might want to have the engine running even for short uses. To reheat is not an issue but to cook something takes a lot of power. Unless it's a true sine wave inverter, you have to either run the generator or allow an extra 40% cooking time if using the inverter.Pierce Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #45 – September 27, 2014, 09:31:26 pm Quote from: Pierce & Gaylie Stewart – September 27, 2014, 03:04:16 pmUnless it's a true sine wave inverter, you have to either run the generator or allow an extra 40% cooking time if using the inverter.Our inverter is the original Taytronics I-1500 modified sine wave unit. It is extremely unlikely we would ever need to run the microwave on inverter - 99% probability we would either be plugged in or using generator. I read somewhere that this model Sharp convection oven (R-1874-T) will run on modified sine wave, but if as you say this is incorrect (or even just not advised), it's no big deal.Samsung does approve running the RF197 on modified sine wave, so I think we're OK there. Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #46 – September 27, 2014, 11:58:41 pm ,ChuckAll in all, a very nice set of upgrades... you made a nice coach even nicer (I saw it at Hohn's place before you took it home... I was very impressed with the condition. Considering who owned, not at all surprising). All part of the process of making it your own. May you have many years to enjoy you travels in it.Don & Tys Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #47 – September 28, 2014, 02:13:42 pm I will be excited to see all the pictures of the finished remodel. Mike is on his way to MOT now. Getting the engine checked out to be sure the coach is up to more trips...peace of mind for us both. Want him to check with FOT about getting wooden valances. Will be waiting for pictures. Hello to Jeanne. Joanne Quote Selected
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #48 – September 28, 2014, 05:16:56 pm Here's some shots of the completed breakfast bar/computer desk. The end result turned out perfect for the 2 of us - exactly what we had in mind. The height is correct for eating or for computer work. The shelf underneath will hold a lot of "stuff", and does not hit our knees. The finish on the wood is outstanding - kudos to Bookey for his excellent work! We also gained 12" of valuable isle space in the kitchen area by replacing the 36" round table. We are very pleased with this mod.Hard to get a good photo of the desk - color either looks too dark or too light. In person it is beautiful! Quote Selected 2 Likes
Re: Our Days Spent in Remodel Shop Reply #49 – September 28, 2014, 05:23:43 pm Quote from: Mike and Joanne – September 28, 2014, 02:13:42 pmMike is on his way to MOT now.Mike just knocked on our door, and we had a nice little visit. I think he is staying here at Camp FOT tonight, so will be our "neighbor" Good to see him again. Jeannie says "Hi" back. Quote Selected
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