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Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 03-11-2024, 03:40 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
It appears I cannot update a prior post I made...

It appears I cannot update a prior post I made where I shared a PDF of the wiring modification. A discrepancy has been pointed out to me regarding what the pictures shown in steps 5 & 6 versus the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 03-03-2024, 03:55 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
Yes, I've wondered how much structural support...

Yes, I've wondered how much structural support that shelf is providing to the overall cabinet. I know I'll need to add some cross pieces to support the bottom of the microwave. The current support...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 03-01-2024, 05:13 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
I have that venting setup now and I need to avoid...

I have that venting setup now and I need to avoid it with the new setup. The removal of the shelf that separates the refrigerator compartment from the microwave compartment will allow outside air and...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-28-2024, 07:57 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
That Vitrigrigo refrigerator is the one I have...

That Vitrigrigo refrigerator is the one I have now and I want to replace it. I'll be using a 7.3 c/f Nova Kool 8320 that fits the original width but needs 45.5" for height. It has more room and the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-22-2024, 04:32 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
Refrigerator cabinet modification

I'd love to hear from anyone who has modified the 23D refrigerator cabinet to remove the internal horizontal shelf that separates the refrigerator compartment from the microwave compartment. I will...
Forum: On The Road... 02-15-2024, 03:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 917
Posted By Hoonanea
Yes, true, but some of us have Airstreams with...

Yes, true, but some of us have Airstreams with very unconventional bed sizes and that's part of the reason for the post. The corner bed in a 23D does not have an option on the regular Beddy's web...
Forum: On The Road... 02-14-2024, 09:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 917
Posted By Hoonanea
I hear ya about the pricing! If I had a more...

I hear ya about the pricing! If I had a more normal sized queen bed I would have gone with something from their web site for less money. But I really needed the custom sizing for the unusual corner...
Forum: On The Road... 02-14-2024, 06:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 917
Posted By Hoonanea
Beddy's from Airstream Supply Store

I got the email from the Airstream Supply Store featuring their new item: Beddy's bedding custom made to fit Airstream mattresses. I have a 2012 23D with the rear corner bed that's loads of fun to...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-10-2023, 04:37 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
RecPro has added a new Quiet AC to their line-up...

RecPro has added a new Quiet AC to their line-up and it includes a condensate pump to work in retrofit situations where a drain tube is already in place to handle the condensation. It is the higher...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 12-10-2023, 04:37 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
RecPro has added a new Quiet AC to their line-up...

RecPro has added a new Quiet AC to their line-up and it includes a condensate pump to work in retrofit situations where a drain tube is already in place to handle the condensation. It is the higher...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-21-2023, 04:09 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Are you the new owner of a 1974 Ambassador...

Are you the new owner of a 1974 Ambassador Airstream? Or is it a brand new Airstream?

If it's the former, I doubt the AC unit is original. If it is a recent Houghton/RecPro model as discussed in...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 10-12-2023, 04:52 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Now that some cooler weather is here I have spent...

Now that some cooler weather is here I have spent some time in the RV with the Houghton/RecPro in heat-pump mode. As a refresher, I added a relay as a modification to cycle the interior fan with the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-16-2023, 04:24 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
My 23D doesn't have ducted air. If you remove...

My 23D doesn't have ducted air. If you remove all of the vent covers completely (assuming they come off), does the interior cool better? If so, I wonder if the erPOD from airkrafters.com might...
Forum: Refrigerators 09-01-2023, 04:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,895
Posted By Hoonanea
Looks fantastic! But I need to know where you...

Looks fantastic! But I need to know where you got the thing in the picture!
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 08-19-2023, 04:56 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
If you figure this out, I'd sure love to see a...

If you figure this out, I'd sure love to see a write-up about how it's done.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-30-2023, 01:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
Fan Wiring Mod

I've attached a PDF detailing the steps I used to rewire the interior fan of the Houghton/RecPro A3400 so that it cycles on/off with the compressor. Solves the humidity issue nicely but there is an...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-30-2023, 05:57 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Instructions for Fan Wiring Mod

I finally had a chance to document the steps for modifying the factory wiring for the Houghton/RecPro A3400 air conditioner to prevent the interior fan from running continuously.

Houghton's intent...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-18-2023, 08:06 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
I'd be interested in one, too. Have you...

I'd be interested in one, too.

Have you already installed the unit? If not, you might be interested in a modification to prevent the interior fan from running constantly. It would be easier to...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-03-2023, 04:24 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Thanks for idea. I actually like the fact that...

Thanks for idea. I actually like the fact that the AC is controlled via a remote instead of a wall thermostat so I don't want to change that. The remote lets me keep it near my chair during the day...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-02-2023, 10:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,222
Posted By Hoonanea
If you're considering the RecPro/Houghton unit,...

If you're considering the RecPro/Houghton unit, please see some of my comments at the end of the thread in the quoted link above. An earlier version of this AC from Houghton did not have the...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-02-2023, 10:17 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Possible solution for humidity issue

Later this month when I have help I'm planning to add a relay to the low speed fan so that it cycles on/off with the compressor as explained in this video:

https://youtu.be/mOcLANyCSdw

I've...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-23-2023, 06:10 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Had a chat with my brother and sent him the...

Had a chat with my brother and sent him the wiring diagram. He indicated since the fan is 3 speed he did not see a way to rewire it so that the inside fan comes on in tandem with the compressor.
...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-23-2023, 02:16 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Thanks for the feedback. The Houghton/RecPro unit...

Thanks for the feedback. The Houghton/RecPro unit does not integrate with the factory drain tube that goes through the ceiling, down the wall, and exits in the wheel well on my 23D. The condensate...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 06-23-2023, 04:28 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
Hey, glad it's working out for you! I love mine,...

Hey, glad it's working out for you! I love mine, too, but use it mostly as a solo traveler so I removed the curb side dinette bench and replaced it with a recliner. It works great for me but I know...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-23-2023, 04:19 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Thanks for your thoughts on this. I do think...

Thanks for your thoughts on this. I do think this is the source of the humidity being introduced back into the living space. Once the AC reaches the set temperature, it cycles on about every 10-12...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-20-2023, 07:26 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
About this above. . . I'm certainly no HVAC...

About this above. . .

I'm certainly no HVAC expert! When I removed the plenum to look up inside to make sure the expandable round return air duct was connected correctly on both ends, I could see...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-20-2023, 07:19 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Thanks Heckler -- interested to hear back on what...

Thanks Heckler -- interested to hear back on what your experience is. I'm running a dehumidifier concurrently with the AC and that is keeping the humidity down. I needed the dehumidifier anyway for...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Thanks, Ron -- appreciate any findings you can...

Thanks, Ron -- appreciate any findings you can report back. After I posted the previous message I looked at my Govee app and I'll be darned if it wasn't more humid INSIDE the Airstream than outside!...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 43,354
Posted By Hoonanea
Install was great but disappointed in performance

I had the pros at FirstChoiceRV in Madison (Huntsville), AL install my Houghton 3400 AC. They had prior experience with the install on another Airstream and they did a fantastic job! Mike and Matt...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 06-19-2023, 06:35 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
Houghton/RecPro 3400 Installed

I picked up my 2012 23D (aka, 23CB) from FirstChoiceRV in Madison, AL (Huntsville) this weekend and, gosh, what a great job they do on everything! I had them do the following work:
-...
Forum: Our Community 06-15-2023, 03:51 AM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,803
Posted By Hoonanea
I have one, too, and love it. A trade-off...

I have one, too, and love it. A trade-off perhaps: a little more water and a lot less paper. And as pointed out, if you're boon docking you don't have to use it.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-20-2023, 04:46 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
First Choice RV in Huntsville, AL

I just got back from delivering my trailer to First Choice RV in Huntsville, AL. Definitely worth the drive. I had a chance to meet Michael who I found to be very professional, knowledgeable,...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-09-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
Thanks -- I'll get in touch with them!

Thanks -- I'll get in touch with them!
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-08-2023, 11:04 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
Can you share the name of the place where you had...

Can you share the name of the place where you had yours installed?
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-08-2023, 10:51 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
I'm glad to hear this encouraging news. I'm...

I'm glad to hear this encouraging news. I'm eager to get mine installed. Figured I'd have to do it myself and now wish I'd known about the option in Huntsville. I already have the unit. I wonder...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-04-2023, 04:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
I've been a little curious about this, too, and...

I've been a little curious about this, too, and trying to be optimistic. I'm replacing a 13,500 BTU unit with another one that has the same specs. But the thermostat is built-in rather than in a...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-03-2023, 04:34 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
Hi Heckler -- I haven't removed the AC unit on...

Hi Heckler -- I haven't removed the AC unit on the roof yet. It will likely be July before that happens as I will need another set or two of strong arms and legs to manage the removal of the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 04-28-2023, 05:04 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
A friend of mine and I will be retiring soon and...

A friend of mine and I will be retiring soon and we want to leverage the easy towing and nimbleness of my 23D for some retirement adventures together. But I'm insisting on two real beds that don't...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-27-2023, 04:08 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
Yes, I think you are correct and if that...

Yes, I think you are correct and if that application is easier, I'd definitely approach it that way. For me, it will be easier to run new wire from the furnace to the wall thermostat.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 04-15-2023, 04:23 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
Thanks for the alternative, RFP. The funny thing...

Thanks for the alternative, RFP. The funny thing is, an antenna that works well isn't high on the priority list for me. What's more important to me is eliminating the lift arm to gain more real...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 04-14-2023, 06:44 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
Roof antenna coax cable

I'm replacing the crank-up batwing antenna on my 2012 model with a more streamlined non-crank model. I've disassembled the old one and was disappointed not to find a coax connector where I could...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-10-2023, 02:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,027
Posted By Hoonanea
I've learned a little since my last post above. ...

I've learned a little since my last post above. The RecPro/Haughton/Belaire does have its own built in thermostat and it is controlled primarily via an infrared remote. There's a subset of...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-08-2023, 02:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,410
Posted By Hoonanea
Yes, I'm familiar with that discussion. I think...

Yes, I'm familiar with that discussion. I think it is this thread: https://www.airforums.com/forums/f427/houghton-ac-unit-216103.html

I had posted some follow-up questions in that thread for...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 04-08-2023, 06:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,410
Posted By Hoonanea
Houghton Belaire and Thermostat

Some time has passed and wondering if you moved forward with your plans to replace the Dometic PenguinII? I have my Hougton Belaire 3400 on a pallet in the garage waiting for some help to be here to...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 03-21-2023, 06:25 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
Thanks, weirdstuff, for your response a while...

Thanks, weirdstuff, for your response a while back. I'm not getting updates on this thread so I need to look into that.

What you're doing now is similar to what we've done in the past and it's...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-25-2023, 04:18 PM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
I'm glad to hear this about their mattresses. ...

I'm glad to hear this about their mattresses. Their sheets are a great fit -- I don't use anything else. I'll plan to use them when I get my conversion done to add a twin bed.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-25-2023, 07:37 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
Twin Bed Addition

I'm wanting to make changes to my 23D to better accommodate traveling with a buddy once we retire. I want to remove the sofa cushions and replace part of them with an Airstream twin bed mattress...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-25-2023, 07:23 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
I've not done this. You'll want to pay...

I've not done this. You'll want to pay particular attention to the depth required for a new larger refrigerator. My observation when considering the same thing was that the closer you get to the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 02-25-2023, 07:18 AM
Replies: 4,638
Views: 1,111,684
Posted By Hoonanea
I replaced my stock refrigerator with the...

I replaced my stock refrigerator with the Vitrifrigo DP150iBD4 and haven't regretted it. I lived in Florida at the time and I needed something that performed better in the hot weather. It continues...
Forum: Our Community 01-30-2023, 05:06 AM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,967,803
Posted By Hoonanea
You're correct, Dan, I'm not seeing it either. ...

You're correct, Dan, I'm not seeing it either. Seems odd to me because I recall it being promoted in their Black Friday sale: $400 off all Carrier models starting at $5,600 USD.

Going through my...
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