Heaters, A/C, stoves, Plumbing, and refrigerators

Stuck knobs on heater

feeds@yuku.com (FF Jeff W) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:37:43 GMT

Yep so the control knobs for the pilot and thermostat are stuck any ideas on how to free them before i end up breaking them the on off piolit knob pushes in bot no turn and then the heat (thermostat) knob is stuck on low and cant move there is rust on the screws that hold the knobs on so im thinking that they are rusted in place thanks jeff

Maybe I am missing it, but how does my sink work?

feeds@yuku.com (dbb) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:59:17 GMT

Hey everyone, Been researching it and I cannot figure this out. I have a 1977 Ramada and I cannot figure out for the life of me how the water for the sink works. I have a water storage tank I can tell, and from what I see i have a city hook up too. Is there supposed to be a water pump somewhere I am missing? Any help is greatly appreciated. Dennis

Stupid question time

feeds@yuku.com (MIEric) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:01:56 GMT

Any ideas on emptying the water tank out completely as the drain leaves about 1/2 to 3/4 inch in the bottom? You can see the darker line at the bottom.
After testing the tank is in good order but now I've got water in it and I don't want it freezing over the winter and wrecking the tank.

Water hookup

feeds@yuku.com (MIEric) — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 16:46:54 GMT

Couldn't find any section on the water system so I thought this might be as good a place as any to ask.
On our (just purchased) '77 Ramada we are just starting to find out all that needs to be done. Looking in the water access the tank, etc. looks like this. I suppose I can figure out what is with the hose that has been cut off but what is stumping me is what is the threaded access at the top right corner? Any ideas?
We've been lucky enough that the previous owner had...

1975 Royal Furnace??? Power?

feeds@yuku.com (madison) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 07:50:43 GMT

Do I need electric to safely run my furnace?

Propane Regulator

feeds@yuku.com (Tim1972Mesa) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 20:47:05 GMT

The old regulator guts rusted out. Can I replace it with a regulator meant for a BBQ grill? I picked it up at the hardware store for $15. It's rated at 1/2 psi.

Fridge question

feeds@yuku.com (sclwald) — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 20:31:32 GMT

So I want to use my fridge on gas. The pezio lighter is suspect to say the least. Is there a way to hand light the fridge pilot light like you do the furnace? I was thinking of drilling a hole by the pilot but was looking to see if someone else has done the same before I destroy the whole thing.

Replace Fan in Furnace

feeds@yuku.com (excalibur) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:08:31 GMT

Has anyone tried to replace the factory fan in the furnace? Mine is very noisy - I don't want to run it at night, because it will wake everyone up. I would love to put a computer fan in its place, but not sure if it will work. -Joe '77 Ramada

Will the Mesa heater work on a true thermostat?

feeds@yuku.com (cptmoney) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 23:36:43 GMT

My '74 Mesa has a great little heater; that thing will roast you outta there, even in early spring and late fall.

Problem is, there's no way to regulate the heat. It's got a dial that reads "warmer" with an arrow on it, but that seems pretty unresponsive (totally unresponsive, to be honest). Even at the lowest setting, it's just an hour or so and my whole family is roasting - so I'm getting back up to turn the thing off.

Another few hours...

Portable AC and Power needs

feeds@yuku.com (BOBSTER) — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 17:51:00 GMT

I just picked up a portable AC unit for my Yuma. I would like to upgrade to 30amp service. Has anyone done this. What kind of electrical jack do you upgrade to. thanks, Bob

Adding A/C to the Roof

feeds@yuku.com (vincew) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:14:57 GMT

Hello all,

Does anybody know if the roof of a 74 Roamer is strong enough
for a roof A/C Unit?

Thanks

One cool Apache - Portable AC

feeds@yuku.com (xxxflhrci) — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:28:15 GMT

Someone one a pop-site posted a link for an 8000 portable AC that they had been using. It was at Circuit City, normally $349, but on sale for $139. I bought one, even though I had to drive 2 hours to get it. Yesterday, I put it in my Roamer. Unfortunately, yesterday wasn't hot. It was only 76, but the camper is out in the direct sunlight. I put the unit in and turned it all the way down. In less than 2 hours, it brought the camper down to 63. It only weighs 50 lbs and will lay...

AC Installed

feeds@yuku.com (lascassas) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:23:29 GMT

Purists don't read any further!
I installed a new Admiral 5000 BTU window unit AC in the left rear cabinet of my Apache Mesa. I bought the AC from Wal-Mart for less than $100.00
To vent it I used a 1/1/2 inch wood bit to drill a series of holes in the floor, instead of cutting out a big hole in the outside wall or floor (drill bit was used, so not to weaken the floor). I covered the round vent holes with a vent/screen from Lowes. The AC lined up pefectly with the middle...

Hot Water Heater questions UPDATE The thing works!

feeds@yuku.com (Poodle) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 16:20:42 GMT

We have the original hot water heater, and have no idea if it works or not. We are not even sure how to test it either? Ideas?

Would it better to get a new one? Is there a replacement of some sort?

This is a "first" for us, we've only dealt with propane stoves

thanks

HOT DOG, the thing works! I forgot to tell y'all, but about a week ago we cleaned it up and lit...

Small bottle LP conversion

feeds@yuku.com (lascassas) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:36:46 GMT

My trailer still had the old style LP tank. I converted it to the small Coleman LP bottle. Its a simple job, I bought the parts at Walmart complete with hose and new regulator for less than $30.00. I'm going to install a container for the small bottle on the frame or I may check and see how the double pack of small bottles would mount. My reasoning for this is, we will be using a small gas grill outside the trailer and it uses the small bottles, and we want be using the stove top much, if...

starting the furnace

feeds@yuku.com (tiburondriver03) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 03:12:20 GMT

Hi all,

I have a 77 Ramada and I want to see if the heater works but I don't want to blow it up. Can some tell me how you go about starting up the furnace? like where do you light the pilot and maybe some things to watch for.

Thanks,
Mike

A/C?

feeds@yuku.com (lascassas) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 13:40:40 GMT

Can an Air Conditioner of any kind, roof or window be used on an Apache?

I added a little dorm fridge and...

feeds@yuku.com (Lugisland1) — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:51:20 GMT

I was wondering if I can plug it into the plug on the rear of my stock power converter. I don't know how many amps the plug is rated at? Or should I just plug it into shorepower? Tom

Ovenette

feeds@yuku.com (Laughingchi) — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 20:14:58 GMT

Sometimes the simplest solution is the best one. The Ovenette is from the 50's and sets on top of your stove. I've used one each time I camped and it's great for biscuits, pies, or anything else you can fit in it. It is superb in it's design and produces even heating. My wife thinks its the best thing about camping! A roll of "Grands" Biscuits and a few minutes equal a well browned and tasty treat at the campsite.

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