Removing A/C

Endo

Was wondering if anyone has removed their A/C? I know it sounds funny but we live in Colorado and really don't need the A/C, we thought about taking it out because the space would be great for storage.

jkjenn

It's a good idea. Would you get a cover for that space? I would think you would want to stick a piece of insulation there.

Nomad

Can't imagine it'b be too hard.

Endo

I was thinking about a cover for the outside but haven't found one yet, and sealing in up good from the inside too.

jkjenn

Endo said:

I was thinking about a cover for the outside but haven't found one yet, and sealing in up good from the inside too.

If you call Elsie in parts at Pleasant Valley, she can send you one. They don't cost a lot.

@OutbackAZ were you the one who pulled your a/c out? Could it be removed permanently?

Nomad

Ya but Jenn - Those vinyl snapon covers wouldn't be good if you're turning the space into a cabinet.

Photomom

It occurs to me that it might be a good spot for a microwave. In 30+ years of tent camping in the Northeast, there has been ONE night when it was too warm for sleeping. 

jkjenn

Photomom said:

It occurs to me that it might be a good spot for a microwave. In 30+ years of tent camping in the Northeast, there has been ONE night when it was too warm for sleeping. 

In PA/OH the humidity gets you.

Endo

Thanks Jenn!!

Photomom

In any case the A/C will stay until we know what it's like to sleep in a camper.

Tabaz

Yes it was me who removed the A/C. Should be a searchable thread on this topic. Too small an opening for a microwave (mine is located on the pedestal). Weight savings of about 38 lbs. leaves a fairly unusable space for anything of consequence. Too high for drawers. So my A/C is back in situ waiting for a warm day.

jkjenn

OutbackAZ said:

Yes it was me who removed the A/C. Should be a searchable thread on this topic. Too small an opening for a microwave (mine is located on the pedestal). Weight savings of about 38 lbs. leaves a fairly unusable space for anything of consequence. Too high for drawers. So my A/C is back in situ waiting for a warm day.

You could fit more clothes in there than those 3 back cabinets on an S model, I'd bet.

Endo

We have a M@x S and thought it would be good space for blankets and jackets.

Tabaz

Endo - find the previous thread. It's not a "pretty" opening. I suggest you live with your Tab for awhile and then revisit this issue. 

ChanW

It could be finished off, lined and some kind of trim boards on the front.

I'd consider removing it completely if I knew I'd never want the AC. No more bumped head (there anyway).

Might make it durn roomy in there!

Verna

While a storage cabinet would be nice, I think of resale. Here in the Midwest, you need A/C for the humidity. Last summer at Tearstock with temps in the mid to upper 90's every day, the A/C is a must!

Ratkity

Regarding the outside panel issue. Have you considered making it an accessible outside storage door area. Granted, it's a little high, but it would be able to be waterproofed and locked. It was just a thought.

If you have an Outback and are short, you need to carry a step anyhow to reach the spare tire nut release on the yakima rack. I'm 5'6" and need a small step to reach the spare on the added yakima rack on my T@Bitha without the added few inches of the Outback axel. I also carry the adjustable step when I use the tent because the skirting covers the pull-out step. It's been very handy for lots of things and stores flat. 

Tabaz

Here is the link with photos.  Or search for "How to remove the air conditioner."

http://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/2709/how-to-remove-the-air-conditioner/p1

susaninnh

Link to photos about removing a/c are not functioning . We have a U with the floor level a/c and would like to remove for more floor space as we travel with dogs. 

Sharon_is_SAM

@susaninnh - I fixed the above link.  Tabaz’s A/C is in a 320.  It is mounted above the bench.  There is a thread around here showing removal of the floor level CoolCat that I will try to find.

Here:  https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/comment/142383#Comment_142383