T@B 320 - Replacement Vent Cover (Resolved)

BogieMeister

During a recent adventure the cover for my refrigerator vent disappeared. My local dealer is clueless, and last I heard we could not contact NuCamp direct. Does anyone know where I can find a replacement?

bjn2

I'd guess that you'll face the same problem finding one as discussed in this thread. https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/17903/cover-for-exterior-refrigerator-vents-on-t-b-320s  I did find this special order listing: https://www.partswarehouse.com/Norcold-Vent-Door-Assy-Polar-White-p/NRC-638406PW.htm but that order status doesn't bode well for it being available since nobody shows it as in stock.

Cherokee

Where I got my replacement and the FIX so it won't happen again: https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/18932/fix-for-refrigerator-vent-blues#latest

BogieMeister

After scouring the internet and following the provided links, it appears I’m going to have to get very creative. Any suggestions?

MuttonChops

BogieMeister said:

After scouring the internet and following the provided links, it appears I’m going to have to get very creative. Any suggestions?

If your searches has not found the part number it is Norcold 638406PW.
It seems to be pure luck if anyone can still find one in retail stock.

If it was my rig . . . would review dimensions of every wall vent available and select one that requires the least amount of TAB exterior Wall cutting/filling.

If that was not doable (for my skill set) another approach would be to create a wood or metal frame that fits into the old vent-door space - - -  and cover it with a screen.

Unfortunately the RV industry builders & vendors are like the auto industry, once a make/model is out<br>of production or consumer favor they stop stocking spares. If your 2025 model car is not nearly identical<br>to the 2024 model then you are off to a junk yard for spare parts - - - - while RV junk yards are few<br>and far between.<br><br>I understand why businesses cannot stock spares for everything for ever . . . would be nice if they would<br>at least do a final production over build so replacement/spares stock would be available to cover a<br>far amount of the original products lifespan.

AnOldUR

I removed our 3-way fridge and replaced it with a 12V, so no ventilation was needed. I ended up replacing the vents with boat port doors. It was a fair amount of work, but like @MuttonChops said, it may be possible to modify the opening and replace your vents with something better and more readily available.

Sadly, I already "gave forward" my old vents to someone in your situations.

BogieMeister

A replacement Norcold 638406PW refrigerator vent is as easy to find as "Hen's Teeth" After many hours of searching I opted to go a different route. From Amazon I ordered Fits 12x6 Duct Opening | Aluminum Return Air Grille by Handua | Vent Cover Grill for Sidewall and Ceiling | Rust Free | Durable Powder Coating | HVAC Cold Air Intake Grille | White - Amazon.com. It took a little modifying with a Jig Saw and I had add new mounting screws, but I am rather pleased with the results. In fact I plan to order another so the two vents match. (I Had never noticed before that the two original vents are not square to each other. I'll have to adjust the upper vent when I install it)

Cherokee

My replacement :

Stock appearance, Stainless Steel Fasteners

BogieMeister

Cherokee, bolting the OEM cover in place is an excellent idea. But my cover is on I-10 somewhere between Big Bend and Houston. So, I had to come up with Plan B.

Cherokee

BogieMeister said:

Cherokee, bolting the OEM cover in place is an excellent idea. But my cover is on I-10 somewhere between Big Bend and Houston. So, I had to come up with Plan B.

Thanks - I used speed nuts to hold it in place.I lost mine in a cross wind in Arizona cumming back from Big Bend too:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzb8FRAA1Bs&t=13s