Caribbean Two Burner Gas Stove in the 19?

[AuthorSP]

Hi folks, I really like the Caribbean Two Burner Gas Stove, and especially with the recent Dometic issues, I am giving serious thought to trading them out. A search doesn't show anyone doing one in a 19, and what little I've found says that the Caribbean is taller than the ETI stove/oven combo. Anyone have any details on the size differences? Would it take a major cabinet rework to get it to fit? Thanks for any help!

[Jim Bennett]

I know there is a size difference, but depending on the work you are willing to do you should be able to make it work. I installed mine in a new galley build so has no troubles. And boy do we love the unit. Four years now and produces great food. An extremely well built range.

[AuthorSP]

I saw your build, which is why I want one. I just don't have the skills for a cabinet rebuild...

[Centex]

Originally Posted by AuthorSP

... A search doesn't show anyone doing one in a 19, and what little I've found says that the Caribbean is taller than the ETI stove/oven combo. Anyone have any details on the size differences? Would it take a major cabinet rework to get it to fit? ...

Insofar as you first statement I agree on both counts. As to the questions, some further original research effort on your part is likely required ...

• From the Dickinson website, here's the Caribbean dimension data.
  
• If you ask ETI for their range model option(s) you can get the same from that mfr's website for comparison, here's a typical example (scroll down the page) note that the typical option from ETI is a 17" range.
  
• Review of the It's Friday! - 2017 and beyond! (build-pic thread) will reveal pics of Escape cabinet framing details (suggest starting with the latest and working back). That thread is a tremendous resource for Escape construction details, but yes, patient diligence is required to harvest its fruits.
  
• IMO worth noting that insofar as the vertical dimensions (and associated horizontal cabinet framing), that seems to be common for all Escape model kitchen cabinets with a range option installed (kitchen cabinets are the same height in all models).
  
• Methinks when you put all the resources together you'll find that, if you want to install the Caribbean more-or-less flush with the existing countertop, modification of the horizontal cabinet framing below the range cutout will be required (and that bears on the cabinet door cutout below the range). But, you may come to a different conclusion.
  
• Only you can decide if the effort is worth your while or within your capabilities, the definition of "major cabinet rework" is in the eyes of the beholder, IMO.

I realize you may have already found some of those resources, but perhaps not all (that's suggested by your inquiry, please accept my apology if I misconstrued).

Originally Posted by AuthorSP

... Thanks for any help!

Not a complete bow-tied answer but perhaps of "any help", just for your consideration, Have Fun!

[AuthorSP]

Thanks for helping me get the resources in one place, and hopefully this will help the next person looking for this.