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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-02-2016, 08:46 PM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
There's an identical port on the side for...

There's an identical port on the side for exhaust.

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Built ducting from foil-faced foam sheathing. 100271

Also had to add an outlet to serve the AC. You can see it lower left.

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-01-2016, 10:59 AM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
Here goes nothing!100218100219 Sent from...

Here goes nothing!100218100219


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-29-2016, 09:56 AM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks John. If I wasn't paying full price I...

Thanks John. If I wasn't paying full price I might accept that damage. I tested it and it works, but is dented on three sides.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2016, 08:41 PM
Replies: 314
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
And another question: What does the original...

And another question:

What does the original door striker plate look like? Mine is poor.
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I have this piece which came with a Bargman rebuild kit, but I don't see how it would ever work...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-28-2016, 04:28 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I see! Thanks, Dave. Well, my new AC...

I see! Thanks, Dave.

Well, my new AC arrived today, damaged. Dangit, I want to have it operational by my Florida vacation next week. I have 30 days to ship this one back, so I believe I'll just...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
David, I don't understand what you mean by less...

David, I don't understand what you mean by less straight air path and running in the rain. Guess I need to research more, I thought it was just a different brand of a similar item.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 07:02 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I did the exact same thing. Tiny fan and noisy. ...

I did the exact same thing. Tiny fan and noisy.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 10:31 AM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks, John! Another question: I'm shopping...

Thanks, John!

Another question: I'm shopping for a roof fan replacement. Looking at Fan-tastic fans, ran across Maxxair as well.

Anyone have any preferences? Why?

I'm interested in the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 04:47 AM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I'm working on adding AC Under the left front...

I'm working on adding AC Under the left front dinette bench (next to the fridge). My intention was to use the window unit that I bought for my Keys trip with my Dad last year, but I find that it's a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2016, 04:37 AM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
John, is Allrite a manufacturer? I searched a bit...

John, is Allrite a manufacturer? I searched a bit but what I found was in Cali.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-21-2016, 09:20 AM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I want to add compartment doors for access from...

I want to add compartment doors for access from outside to the area under the rear dinette benches.

Can anyone recommend a size/brand/ type? There is more variety available than I had thought....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-03-2016, 07:05 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Got the cushions back today! 94788 ...

Got the cushions back today!

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-02-2016, 07:21 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I think that the right angle at the corner of the...

I think that the right angle at the corner of the lower galley IS vertically strong, much like the closet across the dance floor.
I want the support to look sorta organic-integral to the funky...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 01:36 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
C cab: 94644 Sent from my iPhone...

C cab:

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 01:34 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Yes, much like that picture! Support would come...

Yes, much like that picture! Support would come from the panel resting on the seat/gaucho and fastened to the side of the lower cabinet. The corner of that cabinet rests on the frame.

Thanks for...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 11:23 AM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
That's my intention as well. The rear dinette...

That's my intention as well. The rear dinette table is just plain gone, and since I had to buy a 4x8 sheet of laminate I'll make all three surfaces match.
About the roof support-i'm thinking of a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 07:44 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I had not seen that, thanks for the pictures. As...

I had not seen that, thanks for the pictures. As a related question- the countertop is way out of level front-to-back. I guess that's normal?


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-28-2016, 07:05 AM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Trillium folks: i have a question about kitchen...

Trillium folks: i have a question about kitchen support. Was there an original post or something to brace the upper cabinets? Mine are kinda saggy.

As part of my ongoing interior project, I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-26-2016, 08:24 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Not really. I browsed pictures in the gallery,...

Not really. I browsed pictures in the gallery, but ended up just fabbing my own mounts and running new copper lines.
The tank mount, regulator, hoses are readily available and not brand-specific. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-24-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Baby steps! Hope to get the cushions back this...

Baby steps! Hope to get the cushions back this week.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-23-2016, 06:51 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Well, not yet. Last night I only got the edge...

Well, not yet. Last night I only got the edge pieces done. I used a chip brush for the cement.
The roller you see is a flooring roller, for bonding Allure and the like. I couldn't find any...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-22-2016, 08:22 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Self-inflicted Formica education. 94464 ...

Self-inflicted Formica education.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-20-2016, 03:20 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks, Jim. The problem was an obstructed...

Thanks, Jim. The problem was an obstructed orifice. I could see light through it, but not a crisp round hole. I had already soaked it and tried to clean it, but didn't have anything with me on...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-19-2016, 04:28 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Completed? What's that?? Sent from my...

Completed? What's that??


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-19-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Finally got the laminate I ordered for the...

Finally got the laminate I ordered for the tables.

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The cushions are all at the upholstery shop, should be done in a week or so.


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-17-2016, 03:26 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks, and you're right about the edges. All...

Thanks, and you're right about the edges. All will be sanded to mimic the radius on the fiberglass corners in the rest of the rig.
It's all kind of a test-fit for now. We're headed for the Green...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-16-2016, 08:13 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Turns out that the discrepancy was 5" once I...

Turns out that the discrepancy was 5" once I accounted for the angle at the front of the footwell. I couldn't skirt the whole table that deep, no knee room! What I decided on is a 5x8x14 utensil...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-16-2016, 03:37 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks, Dave. That's what I was thinking, maybe...

Thanks, Dave. That's what I was thinking, maybe even incorporate a silverware drawer in a 3" skirt and mount the leg to the bottom of that.

A friend on Instagram who owns a 1300 with an original...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2016, 08:17 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
In the second picture it's just hanging from the...

In the second picture it's just hanging from the wall hardware. I still have some cipherin' to do about that leg. It's too long to fold up when the table is down ( by about 3").


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2016, 07:52 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
So stoked about the table! 93436 93437 ...

So stoked about the table!
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Kind of a weird combination- potty at the dining table.

Still a lot of fine tuning to do, but that's ok.

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-15-2016, 04:21 AM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
You're right, there are a few left. I was just...

You're right, there are a few left. I was just making a funny, my two local favorites are gone.

We'd be interested in another rally, lots of fun!


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-14-2016, 07:57 PM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
I'm in Marietta, and big orange done ATE all the...

I'm in Marietta, and big orange done ATE all the hardware stores !


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-14-2016, 07:46 PM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks. Where did you buy that PC11? This...

Thanks. Where did you buy that PC11?

This time, I just used good ol' polyester resin and fiberglass mat.

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Sanded the hull and the sheet of 1/2" ply with a 60-grit disc, then wet both...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-14-2016, 08:05 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I have a tech question: I need to build up the...

I have a tech question:
I need to build up the area under the front window to attach the table hardware. I intend to bond a piece of plywood to the hull as a foundation for this.

What's the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-13-2016, 04:10 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Getting there a little at a time! One weekend at...

Getting there a little at a time! One weekend at home between vacation and Green Eggs & Ham...
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Working on fitting the potty in its space.
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I probably ought to buy a spare toilet...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-17-2016, 07:35 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
I worry about visibility, running at night like I...

I worry about visibility, running at night like I do. Even with those 80-pot LED taillights, more is better right? 92638

Had a foot or so of DOT conspicuity tape laying around...


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-17-2016, 04:29 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
David, it's all plywood, but I'm glad it looks...

David, it's all plywood, but I'm glad it looks like 'glass to you, that was my intention. I wanted it to look like 'glass to ME, to flow with the original style. I mitered the corners, glued and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-17-2016, 04:12 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Sounds like a '70s wardrobe malfunction, don't...

Sounds like a '70s wardrobe malfunction, don't it??


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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-16-2016, 09:22 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Here's a semi-finished view. Haven't got the...

Here's a semi-finished view. Haven't got the table engineered yet, for this trip it will still be a gaucho with a gap.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-08-2016, 10:37 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Finally got the benches assembled. 92365 ...

Finally got the benches assembled. 92365

Made removable floor sections for the corners, just in case we need access. The body bolts are under there!
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Since the battery converter/ wiring/...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-07-2016, 08:39 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Got the window in, double butyl tape and added a...

Got the window in, double butyl tape and added a dab of sealer to each screw. 92346

Tightened the screws in several progressive steps, kinda hard to know where to stop squishing. 92347

Or how...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-05-2016, 07:46 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Bought #8 x1". Got the opening framed and...

Bought #8 x1".

Got the opening framed and the window prepped tonight.
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After scraping all of the old sealer off, a Scotchbrite pad and some acetone really cleaned the aluminum nicely. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-01-2016, 01:01 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
GA: Trillium 1300 DE-alteration

I bought a sheet of marine grade 3/4 plywood to use for the window strips. Went ahead and ripped enough to do all of the openings. 92178


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Can anyone...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-31-2016, 01:46 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
600# of concrete mix, 2 batteries and several...

600# of concrete mix, 2 batteries and several 2x2s propped to the roof. I hope that makes it bond void-free. I used 3 large tubes of polyurethane adhesive, buttered and troweled on the substrate and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-31-2016, 12:07 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
The old carpet really helped as a template. There...

The old carpet really helped as a template. There ain't nothing square about an egg!
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Dry fit. Just a couple of adjustments, then glue it up!
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-29-2016, 09:35 PM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
I intended to add the finish layer of plywood to...

I intended to add the finish layer of plywood to the floor tonight, but the (probably too thick) layers of 'glass from yesterday weren't fully dry. There was also some puckering at the thickest...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-28-2016, 05:25 PM
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Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
GA: Trillium 1300 DE-alteration

Another layer of resin and cloth

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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-28-2016, 10:30 AM
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Posted By Martins HeirCon
Thanks. Last night I had to add another ply of...

Thanks. Last night I had to add another ply of 5mm to compensate for the gelcoat layer, I weighted it with three group 31 batteries.

5 gallon buckets would work, but all the ones I have are...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-26-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
Mmmm, think I'll stick to wood. The first sheet...

Mmmm, think I'll stick to wood. The first sheet lasted 40 years! Got the first patch in tonight.

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Couldn't figure out how else to clamp it. Can't put screws in it. You know what would...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-25-2016, 09:09 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 107,830
Posted By Martins HeirCon
GA: Trillium 1300 DE-alteration

Didn't get a lot done tonight, had a wrenchin' job to knock out.

Sanded all of the surfaces for a good bond. If that air file with a 36 grit sheet don't bring it, maybe you should try dynamite!...
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