Removing A/C

Endo
Endo Member Posts: 12
in Modifications & Upgrades
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.

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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,421
    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.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    Can't imagine it'b be too hard.
  • Endo
    Endo Member Posts: 12
    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
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,421
    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?

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    Ya but Jenn - Those vinyl snapon covers wouldn't be good if you're turning the space into a cabinet.
  • Photomom
    Photomom Member Posts: 2,217
    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. 
    John and Henrietta, Late 2016 T@B S Max in Western New York
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,421
    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.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Endo
    Endo Member Posts: 12
    Thanks Jenn!!
  • Photomom
    Photomom Member Posts: 2,217
    In any case the A/C will stay until we know what it's like to sleep in a camper.
    John and Henrietta, Late 2016 T@B S Max in Western New York
  • Tabaz
    Tabaz Member Posts: 2,420
    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.
    2016 Outback 320
    2024 Ford F150 Supercrew short bed.
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,421
    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.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Endo
    Endo Member Posts: 12
    We have a M@x S and thought it would be good space for blankets and jackets.
  • Tabaz
    Tabaz Member Posts: 2,420
    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. 
    2016 Outback 320
    2024 Ford F150 Supercrew short bed.
  • ChanW
    ChanW Member Posts: 3,165
    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!
    Chan  -  near Buffalo NY
    2014 S Maxx
    2011 Tacoma 4cyl ... edit: 2022 Tacoma 6cyl - oh yeah! 

     A_Little_T@b'll_Do_Ya
  • Verna
    Verna Member Posts: 6,876
    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!
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
    Towed by a white 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab, 3.5L V6 Ecoboost “The Truck”
  • Ratkity
    Ratkity Member Posts: 3,770
    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. 
    2017 820R Retro Toy Hauler from 2015 Tabitha T@B from 2009 Reverse LG Teardrop (but a T@Bluver at heart)
  • Tabaz
    Tabaz Member Posts: 2,420
    edited October 2021

    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

    2016 Outback 320
    2024 Ford F150 Supercrew short bed.
  • susaninnh
    susaninnh Member Posts: 11
    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
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,035
    edited October 2021
    @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
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio

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