AGENT86
Well-known member
I need to install a window AC unit in my travel trailer. The only unit that will fit in the one window with an opening large enough is a very small "mini" unit and only 5,000 Btu's. I want at least an 8,000 BTU air conditioner. I was thinking that perhaps I can remove the whole window, including the surrounding window frame...UNLESS the individual glass panes (for lack of a better word) can be removed without damaging them.
Then cover the window with plywood & secure in place using slightly over-size interior wood frame that would be through-bolted to the exterior plywood. In essence "clamping" the exterior ply to the side of the RV. I would cut the proper size opening for whatever AC unit I bought.
I would support the unit from underneath at the front and back so no real weight would even be on the RV wall itself. I would seal the wood using silicone as it's easy to remove at a later date. Does this sound feasible? My only concern is whether I can remove the window without causing damage to the RV OR the window. I'm sure it can be done. Afterall, thee windows have to be removable to some degree in case of breakage. I'm just a bit insecure doing this without some more knowledgeable feedback.
Then cover the window with plywood & secure in place using slightly over-size interior wood frame that would be through-bolted to the exterior plywood. In essence "clamping" the exterior ply to the side of the RV. I would cut the proper size opening for whatever AC unit I bought.
I would support the unit from underneath at the front and back so no real weight would even be on the RV wall itself. I would seal the wood using silicone as it's easy to remove at a later date. Does this sound feasible? My only concern is whether I can remove the window without causing damage to the RV OR the window. I'm sure it can be done. Afterall, thee windows have to be removable to some degree in case of breakage. I'm just a bit insecure doing this without some more knowledgeable feedback.