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Rog0525 · 02-19-2004, 08:39 PM

I haven't traveled with my Caravel since I added a microwave and 13" tv. Both are sitting on the countertop (the tv atop the oven due to the confined space).
What's the best way to secure them so they don't bounce or slide off off when traveling?

Rog

ke4pk · 02-19-2004, 08:48 PM

For the TV we use the adhesive strap system that is available from any camper supply....been using them for several years with great success.

garry · 02-19-2004, 09:00 PM

Always put ours on the floor, just in case.

Garry

flyfisher · 02-19-2004, 09:18 PM

In one or more recent past years' Airstream literature, a TV appears to be affixed to the credenza or end table with an "X" shaped bracket of some sort. I don't think it is shown in this year's literature.

Anybody have an idea what this is?

John

newae · 02-19-2004, 09:32 PM

Camping World sells a strap with adhesive that has worked real well so far with our 19" TV. They are a little pricey but seem to do the job.

smily · 02-20-2004, 05:45 AM

You can see the adhesive straps on the credenza in this photo. They cost around 12 dollars at local RV store.
There is a another piece that goes on the tv. it is like a "Pinch" clamp.

Smily

norbert · 02-20-2004, 09:45 AM

store on floor...cuz thats where it is going to wind up anyway...i bought the super hd strips for a 13 in. tv..... they didnt hold...only other way i can think of is a screwable bracket....and i believe that you probably wont want to mar your cabinet with screw holes....
norby

smily · 02-20-2004, 09:50 AM

I think application is the biggest factor. The reason I have this photo with the strips still on the credenza,

I CANT GET THEM OFF!

I am worried that the finish will get messed up if I force them off, so I left them on there for the NO, (next owner)

Theres one for the abbreviation thread.

Smily

Rog0525 · 02-20-2004, 09:54 AM

Thank you for the replies, but I don't think the straps would work for me since the tv and microwave are stacked and both need to be anchored. I don't want to need to remember to set them on the floor every time I move the trailer. I once broke a new tv because of a such a memory lapse.
I think the ideal gizmos would be double-sided suction cups (4 under each unit), but I don't know where to find them.
Oh well, camping season is at least a month away and I have plenty of time to figure this out.

Rog

hohne · 02-20-2004, 10:24 AM

Take two regular suction cups and use some sheet metal between them to convert them to 2-way suction cups...

hohne · 02-20-2004, 10:25 AM

To get those mounts off -- try a hair dryer and heat them up -- it softens most glues...

ALANSD · 02-20-2004, 10:35 AM

You might consider the extra heavy duty velcro with the stick on on the other side. I have used two small screw in clamps from the hardware store, and heavy duty velcro strapping to hold mine down for a few years.

Rog0525 · 02-20-2004, 10:39 AM

hohne, I don't see how the sheet metal would hold the cups together but you gave me an idea. I took 2 regular suction cups and fastened the stems together with tie wire. Presto, double- sided suction cups!

I think this will fly.

Rog

hohne · 02-20-2004, 10:50 AM

I forgot to add the 5-minute epoxy to the post...

Rog0525 · 02-20-2004, 11:11 AM

And these might serve as "shock absorbers" as well.
Gotta go now, I'm off to the patent office.

Rog

hohne · 02-20-2004, 11:13 AM

Awesome!

john hd · 02-20-2004, 04:28 PM

i used to do the on the floor routine with my tv, got tired of having it in the way when making pit stops.

i installed two brass screen door handles on the wall behind the tv, and purchased some 3 inch blue nylon webbing. it is sold in bulk at my local hardware store along with plastic buckles. you can make a "seat belt" of any length.

i pass the webbing through the door handles behind the tv and buckle it in front. i tie a knot in it for good measure.

have had it this way for 6 years and two tv's without one ending up on the floor yet.

it is the last thing i check when going out the door before getting under way.

john

Silvertwinky · 02-21-2004, 04:15 AM

We had a 13" TV once that we hauled in our camper. We had it strapped in position on the counter using bungee cords. It worked just fine, however, one day I started having trouble with the picture and some of the functions just didn't quite work the way they were intended to work. I believe it may have been the result of traveling with it on a hard surface.

We used that as an excuse and got a larger one (19") with DVD and VHS functions as well. When we go now we simply set it in the floor where I think it may have a little more cushion due to carpet. We just turn the tube toward the couch and allow the cushions there to cushion the screen side. With other things being hauled such as chairs, Pillows, bicycles, plastic storage container (what we use for our outside lights), outdoor rugs, we've found plenty of things to stack around the TV to keep it secured in place. It has never vibrated or moved from one place to another. It’s not that much trouble and we feel like it gives us safer storage for it.

flyfisher · 02-21-2004, 06:10 AM

John HD -

Northwest River Supply sells padded cam straps for $6.00 or so, depending on length, and they would make your tie down method even easier and more secure. See:http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product_list.asp?deptid=1188

These straps are sold both padded and unpadded in different lengths and widths and are perfect for securing a variety of items you take camping. I use them on my inflatable boat (their primary purpose), as well as securing bicycles in the bed of my truck.

john hd · 02-21-2004, 07:32 AM

flyfisher

my pic does not do it much justice, there is a nice snap buckle under the knot.

i just knot it up figuring that if i had a collision it might keep the tv from coming through the front window.

but then, i would have lots of other things to worry about if that happened!

john