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Old 04-25-2013, 10:35 PM   #1
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Clothes washer...Solera

Is it possible or an option to get a washer in the Solera?
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Old 04-26-2013, 06:09 AM   #2
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I really don't think there is room.
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Old 04-26-2013, 10:32 AM   #3
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What Debbie said...not an option. We don't offer them on any Class C, let a lone a 24' unit.
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Old 05-01-2013, 01:24 AM   #4
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Where there is a will, there is a way.
Been having a washer/dryer in my 2011 Solera for about 18 months. It does take some modifications.
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Old 05-01-2013, 03:23 AM   #5
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Where there is a will, there is a way.
Been having a washer/dryer in my 2011 Solera for about 18 months. It does take some modifications.
Wow - please post pics!
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Old 05-01-2013, 05:57 AM   #6
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Where there is a will, there is a way.
Been having a washer/dryer in my 2011 Solera for about 18 months. It does take some modifications.
Webfoot - I see you live in Harvey, LA. We live in the Bywater! Small world.
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Old 05-01-2013, 07:37 AM   #7
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Yes, pics.
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Old 05-01-2013, 08:55 AM   #8
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Yes, pics.
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Just have the factory build the solera 3 feet taller - we could put a lot of neat stuff on board!
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We'll get right on that. I think it would have to be Helium filled at that point.
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Old 05-01-2013, 03:26 PM   #10
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Just have the factory build the solera 3 feet taller - we could put a lot of neat stuff on board!
No ... not any taller, please. It is already too tall! Took mine to the MB dealer today for it's 10,000 mile maintenance and almost pulled into the service bin. Thankfully, realized in time that we were a bit too tall to go in there

They have "Sprinter" bays in the back that they will take it too ...
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Solera Washer

My "solution" for washer - Amazon.com: Rapid Washer - DIY Manual Hand Washing Machine: Appliances. Picture below.

Plan to carry in "Basement" and use either outside or in the shower.

For drier -
Croydex QA108641YW Retractable Clothes Line, Chrome - Amazon.com

Inexpensive, very low weight, minimal installation... Suspect fine by DW as long as I supply the power to operate...
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Old 05-01-2013, 08:03 PM   #12
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My "solution" for washer - Amazon.com: Rapid Washer - DIY Manual Hand Washing Machine: Appliances. Picture below.

Plan to carry in "Basement" and use either outside or in the shower.

For drier -
Croydex QA108641YW Retractable Clothes Line, Chrome - Amazon.com

Inexpensive, very low weight, minimal installation... Suspect fine by DW as long as I supply the power to operate...
Good idea! However, since we stay in full service parks for the most part, I'll stick with their washers!💦
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Old 05-01-2013, 08:35 PM   #14
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Or you could get one of these and keep it in the shower, I did! It works great. Hate laundromats.
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How big is that and where did you get it?
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Here is the link - two sizes, the smaller size has a video.

SEP GO ONLINE - Panda Twin Tub Washer (5.0kg/11lbs)

SEP GO ONLINE - Panda Twin Tub Washer (3.6kg/7.9lbs)Compact Washer Spinner Combo

It is not totally automatic. You have to fill and drain by switching the dial and move the items to the high speed spinner manually. It is a good little machine though. If you scroll down the page it will give you dimensions.

If I could figure out where to put it, I would get the 110 volt dryer!

Sepgo Online - Mini Dryer
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Here is the link - two sizes, the smaller size has a video.

SEP GO ONLINE - Panda Twin Tub Washer (5.0kg/11lbs)

SEP GO ONLINE - Panda Twin Tub Washer (3.6kg/7.9lbs)Compact Washer Spinner Combo

It is not totally automatic. You have to fill and drain by switching the dial and move the items to the high speed spinner manually. It is a good little machine though. If you scroll down the page it will give you dimensions.

If I could figure out where to put it, I would get the 110 volt dryer!

Sepgo Online - Mini Dryer
Wow .. quite interesting. Where there is a will, there is a way! Amazing what is really out there. Thanks.
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Thanks for the information, it is quite interesting.
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Ok Hun, I have one face cloth washed. Now my left sock.
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Solera washing machine install

Just ran into webfoot here near Seward Alaska and saw his quite ingenious washer/drier combo install in his Solera. He raised the bed platform 4 inches to fit the machine in the "basement" compartment. He has been off the web for a while - computer/internet problems - will be back with details when he can. I'll try to attach a picture.
What can I say - WOW! VERY impressive install! He reinforced to main RV support members; vented the drier out the back; accessed hot and cold water and the drain lines; accessed power - again, WOW!
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