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Old 02-19-2009, 01:23 PM   #41
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I like the look of the Stainless backsplash Alf. Is that something Escape installed. Even though the better stainless is not magnetic due to the nickel in the mix, it would make for a good place to permanently mount something with sheet metal screws though.
Or, being very smooth, some suction cup "do jobbies"
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Old 02-19-2009, 01:51 PM   #42
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I like the look of the Stainless backsplash Alf. Is that something Escape installed. Even though the better stainless is not magnetic due to the nickel in the mix, it would make for a good place to permanently mount something with sheet metal screws though.
Or, being very smooth, some suction cup "do jobbies"
Do you have stock in those suction cup "do jobbies", or something.

But, nonetheless a good idea.
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Old 02-19-2009, 04:52 PM   #43
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Back to AC and DC. I know nothing electrical, but I do know that I plug my laptop into AC outlet to charge it and that works when I have shore power and when I only have the battery. So, there is an inverter, although I could have the term wrong.

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Old 02-19-2009, 06:32 PM   #44
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Glen, it sure sounds like you must have an inverter if you can plug your laptop in when not hooked to the grid. You bought new from Escape, didn't you?
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Yes. Mine was new from Escape. Might just dig out the instruction manual so I know what the heck I'm talking about.

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Old 02-19-2009, 07:52 PM   #46
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Re: TV Option

From the escape site on the "standard equipment" for the 17" it says that it has a 45 amp converter/battery charger..
I "think" we had an inverter a 300w(??)one in our Boler--but it seems to me that the "newer" trailers all had converters.....

Or am I just plain confused now
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Old 02-19-2009, 07:57 PM   #47
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It does all get confusing, but I believe.....
A converter goes from 120V AC to 12V DC.
An inverter goes from 12V DC to 120V AC.
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Old 02-19-2009, 08:48 PM   #48
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It does all get confusing, but I believe.....
A converter goes from 120V AC to 12V DC.
An inverter goes from 12V DC to 120V AC.
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Old 02-20-2009, 10:10 AM   #49
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Hi Sandra,
That's a stainless backsplash behind the sink, and the picture is from Alf's 5.0 (Escape Artist). We're picking up HokieEscape 5 weeks from today, and it too will have the stainless backsplash. Wheither it's magnetic or not stands to be seen. Depending on the composition of some stainless, it may or may not. I hope it is. Heh Alf, will your's hold a magnet?
Thanks for the information. I am wondering if I should do something similar (although I am getting the window over the sink option), to keep the area easier and safer to clean. I don't think an extended backsplash made out of the countertop material is available. ,
I was trying to think of something that is practical.
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Old 02-20-2009, 10:17 AM   #50
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Hi Sandra
I think the vinyl wall covering should be fairly easy to keep clean
as it is none porous.
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Old 02-20-2009, 11:57 AM   #51
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I'm a bit concerned because of the soft surface, plus I'm getting the extra insulation and perhaps I fuss too much over little stuff, but I wouldn't want to make any permanent indentations. I'm sure if I am prudent, all will be just fine as I will have the window plus the stove cover that should minimize the effects of any sloppiness. I'm probably making a tempest in a teapot.
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Old 04-19-2009, 03:11 PM   #52
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Well, back to the TV idea.
We added a 12V 19" HDTV produced by a Korean company (purchased through http://www.12volt-travel.com/skywort...eae48ebd37be33). Can't believe the cost is so low, and it includes a DVD player. And, it works great! The viewing angle (angle at which you see the best picture) isn't GREAT, but heh, you're in a trailer and how many angles can you get? Once adjusted for your viewing angle (in bed or at the table) it's got a good picture, and plenty of volume for the space. Here you have two views. One of the back (watching in bed) the other from the front.
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Old 04-20-2009, 01:34 AM   #53
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Wow! Thanks for the link..I added a 12volt outlet...just in case.
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Hi, Best-Buy has a 19' Dynex with a built in DVD for $199.99 when on sale they are $179.99.
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I have a new Viseo 23 in tv I would like to put in a 21 footer. Is this too big ? Would it look out of place ?
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