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08-05-2010, 01:02 PM
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Jan Goldfield
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Slidell, La
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Washing machine
In my general renovation of my Grey Wolf 28bh, I have found a dead space in the corner where the counter and the bar meet. This washer would fit perfectly and I could hard plumb it in even rather than roll it around. Anyone done that?
Walmart.com: Haier 1 cu. ft. Portable Washing Machine, HLP21N: Appliances
Do you see any problems I could run into aside from the normal ones I always run into no matter what I try to do?
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Jan Goldfield and Donna Morse
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2009 Cherokee Grey Wolf 28BH
2009 Ford 150
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08-05-2010, 01:33 PM
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I had never seen these before but looks like an awesome idea.
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08-05-2010, 01:38 PM
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Salem 26TBSS
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You may need a bigger inverter if you're not hooked into shore power...... 
Mike Doerner
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08-05-2010, 02:25 PM
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Jan Goldfield
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Slidell, La
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Ya, I thought about the inverter situation. I think that its use will be restricted to when the TT is hooked to shore power. And if need be, I can turn off the AC while the washer is in use.
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2009 Ford 150
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08-05-2010, 03:41 PM
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I was looking at the dryers the same company makes. I think it would fit just fine in our washer/dryer cabinet. I could see keeping the washer in a side compartment for when we needed it and use it outside the rig then put it away. You have the gears turning now Pondlady and I fear this could cost me more money.
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08-05-2010, 04:04 PM
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Jan Goldfield
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Slidell, La
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When I owned boats, they were a hole in the water that you threw money into. Now I have a big box in the driveway that serves the same purpose.
Jan
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08-05-2010, 04:37 PM
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Not sure what size you holding tank is, but that might turn in to a problem. Also is your water heater large enough to wash a load of clothes? Could always wash in "cold water" only.
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08-05-2010, 04:49 PM
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Jan Goldfield
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Always cold water wash only. I am not sure how large my gray water tank is either, but I imagine that a washer that is 1 cubic foot in size, can't hold much water.
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08-05-2010, 04:50 PM
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I like the idea, I wonder if you could hook it up to the outside shower and drain into a sewer tote? Would be nice to have on those 2 week trips! I really do dislike the laundry mats.
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08-05-2010, 04:59 PM
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Jan Goldfield
Join Date: May 2010
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I have my heart set on hard plumbing, but I could give that up, I suppose.
If I hooked it up using an outside hose bib, would I not have to move the washer in and out every time I used it? It's too heavy for me to do that.
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08-05-2010, 05:10 PM
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Inside or out you will still need to get rid of the grey water. find out how much water it will use, might need to get a sewer tote
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08-05-2010, 05:17 PM
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Jan Goldfield
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Of course. More money. I am getting good at this spending thing.
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08-05-2010, 06:42 PM
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08-05-2010, 06:50 PM
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Jan Goldfield
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Just what I need - everybody here helping me spend money. I was asked about a dryer. I suggested that a rope hung in the shower might work really well.
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08-05-2010, 07:59 PM
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Glad we can help! I just found out that my better half ordered 2 Euro chairs to replace the couch, explain this one to the dogs!
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08-05-2010, 08:03 PM
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Jan Goldfield
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LOL. I have removed both the couch and the 8' of dinette. I am almost done with the trimming out, then I can put the two recliners in. Oh, first I have to build a little hinged table.
Don't worry. The dogs can each have a chair.
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2009 Ford 150
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08-23-2010, 01:37 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2010
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I have not yet done that but I think it is better if you will put or plumb your washing machine in a perfect or comfortable place. Because you are the only one ho will suffer if you are going to put it in a narrow place.
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08-23-2010, 09:24 AM
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That little washer is a great find. Ad says it only weighs 50#-less than a portable generator. The next size up is 75#. I've had a portable haier frig and it has worked well. We are snowbirding to Ariz. this year and I'm thinking this might be a great alternative to waiting for a washer at the park?
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08-23-2010, 10:28 AM
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Jan Goldfield
Join Date: May 2010
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That washer might weigh 20 pounds, but no more than that. I can handle it with ease.
Here's the results of this morning's test run. The input connections, both at the sink tap and the washer LEAK when fastened only finger tight. And the pliers are at least 6' away and under something, so you can't find them right away. Tighten the connections with pliers. I put in a couple of t-shirts and unders and could have put much more in. It ran fine and I guess everything is clean. It is nice to just walk in the house and throw the wet clothes in the dryer.
I could not attach the metal foot that came with it nor could I put wheels on it because I had only 30" to stow the washer in. So know that the dimensions are not really 30" tall, but more than 31". maybe close to 32" if you were to screw on the foot and put wheels on.
All in all, I think we are gonna like it. The drain holds water so poke it out the door and let it drain before you stow the washer. I give it a good rating and see that it will be a nice addition to camping. Oh, and it ran just fine with the AC on.
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08-23-2010, 11:44 AM
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Senior Member
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Thanks for the report Jan 
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