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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 02-29-2024, 08:15 AM
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Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Houghton rooftop (NOT mini-split) installation

To supplement the instructions provided by Houghton, here's a link to a Houghton installation which should be similar to what you / your cousin are facing:
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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-14-2023, 11:56 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Thanks for that encouraging update!

Thanks for that encouraging update!
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-01-2022, 07:38 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
I don't doubt that the 6 ft No-Kink lines were...

I don't doubt that the 6 ft No-Kink lines were the source of the noise. I simply suggest that was due to them being unsuitable for your particular installation in all its details, not because they...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-01-2022, 05:34 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
There's so many installation-specific variables...

There's so many installation-specific variables in-play with this sort of thing that I'd be very hesitant to accuse the No-Kink of being "defective" in this situation. YMMV of course.

As with many...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-27-2022, 08:53 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Just curious, in what specific respect did you...

Just curious, in what specific respect did you find the No-Kink lines defective?


This post might be of interest: Heat Only Thermostat Replacement...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-10-2022, 10:09 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
I'm suddenly reminded that you may not be using...

I'm suddenly reminded that you may not be using the Fujitsu 9/12RL2 unit. The Fujitsu 9/12RL2 has no lines at all on either the indoor or outdoor unit as delivered - the lineset or combination of...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-10-2022, 12:15 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
I've had significant delays due to family matters...

I've had significant delays due to family matters (elder care) totally unrelated to trailering - all trailer and personal projects (and travel) have been a catch-as-catch-can proposition through the...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-09-2022, 11:55 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
The flex line accommodates slight movement of the...

The flex line accommodates slight movement of the compressor unit relative to the trailer, perhaps beneficial for the long term, especially if the compressor unit is installed on resilient mounts...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-30-2022, 02:18 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Just very wild guessing here, I wonder if the...

Just very wild guessing here, I wonder if the greater length of corrugated flex-line has anything to do with the 'noise'? Given the relatively short lengths of all of these installations (compared...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-04-2022, 07:39 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Fair enuf, my mistake for missing that in your...

Fair enuf, my mistake for missing that in your original post, your displayed sidebar trailer info "2018 21" is easily confused with an Escape model in the context of this forum, please update that to...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-04-2022, 07:28 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
.... For example, take a look at the top-loading...

.... For example, take a look at the top-loading filter access requirement on page 21 of the manual for that Pioneer unit here (https://www.pdhvac.com/site/downloads/manuals/WYT-22-IMUM-001.pdf)....
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-04-2022, 05:52 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
When looking for a unit suitable for the Escape...

When looking for a unit suitable for the Escape application, I urge that you pay particularly close attention to the interior air-handler you will be mounting in the overhead cabinet.

The size,...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-07-2021, 08:20 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
:facepalm: I should have remembered that given...

:facepalm: I should have remembered that given how closely I'm trying to follow your project :rolleyes:

That bodes even better for those presumably sunny hot days with eventual solar to help...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-06-2021, 10:52 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
That's great, Dave! Do you have an estimate of...

That's great, Dave! Do you have an estimate of your solar input to the system during that daytime test?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-28-2020, 08:25 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Nope, we're talking about selective removal of...

Nope, we're talking about selective removal of the headliner / insulation to expose the fiberglass shell, bonding appropriate load-distribution pads, and bolt-thru fastening for custom panel...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-28-2020, 07:56 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Thanks for that suggestion, Arnie, I'll make a...

Thanks for that suggestion, Arnie, I'll make a note to ask when mine enters build, pics at that stage would certainly be of interest for a number of reasons.

Aside, the PV panels that have my eye...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-27-2020, 07:25 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Actually 32-1/4" was my spec per your most...

Actually 32-1/4" was my spec per your most welcome suggestion, I'd rather have a tad bit of 'trim to fit' than a too-large opening gap to hide.

Here's the build sheet entry I'd been waiting for...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-27-2020, 06:28 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Just received an email from ETI / Linda...

Just received an email from ETI / Linda confirming that the custom cutout in the rear OH cabinet is a GO

:thumb: :)
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-26-2020, 02:06 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Yep, I'm working with Linda Fedoruk. EDIT -...

Yep, I'm working with Linda Fedoruk.

EDIT - and very pleased with her continued patience and help :thumb: :)
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-26-2020, 12:52 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Thanks again, Jake - I'm optimistic that my...

Thanks again, Jake - I'm optimistic that my request will be approved, too, looks like from initials we're dealing with a different salesperson but hopefully they'll figure it out, obviously I've got...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-26-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
FYI per my build-discussions with ETI... If...

FYI per my build-discussions with ETI...

If an optional AC is not ordered, you get a non-powered 'basic' vent as standard
If an optional AC is not ordered, you can request a powered MaxxFan to...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-25-2020, 04:50 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Thumbs up Fujitsu on 21C

That's great to hear from you too, Jake :thumb:

I'm looking at an essentially identical install on the 5.0 (rear bumper / rear dinette overhead), just going with the 12RL2 instead of 9RL2 as...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-25-2020, 01:57 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
But still no regrets about the Fujitsu mini-split...

But still no regrets about the Fujitsu mini-split in terms of performance, etc, correct?

While the Houghton unit does seem to offer some benefits over the ETI rooftop offerings, I'm still inclined...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-16-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Just FYI links to threads / posts on the topic of...

Just FYI links to threads / posts on the topic of jphil23462's mods which include battery/solar-supported AC operation (he may be the first here to make a serious run at that particular challenge):
...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-16-2020, 10:14 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,003
Posted By Centex
Fully understood. Personally I don't think the...

Fully understood. Personally I don't think the linked Forest Air offers a competitive set of features / advantages for our Escape RV's at all.

But, others (obviously not you) may have different...
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