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Old 08-27-2013, 05:09 PM   #1
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Help with mounting TV's

I have looked at past threads and posts and was hoping someone had already done this.

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I want to mount a 19" led tv on the wall at the foot of the bed, just left of the window. This would be the outside wall. I have purchased a "Mor Ryde" swivel/tilting bracket. I'm not sure how I can find studs in the aluma bonded wall.

I then want to mount a 30" led tv above the cabinets where the stereo is. I don't want to keep taking it down every time we travel. I think this wall has an area with factory installed backing, but I might be wrong. Again I purcahsed a 'Mor Ryde" removeable bracket.

Finally I want to install a bracket in the garage on the wall just below the antenna jack and power receptical. I again think this area is reinforced but not sure.

Any help or suggestions would be appriciated.
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Old 08-27-2013, 07:18 PM   #2
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I have looked at past threads and posts and was hoping someone had already done this.

2013 XLR 27 HFS.

I want to mount a 19" led tv on the wall at the foot of the bed, just left of the window. This would be the outside wall. I have purchased a "Mor Ryde" swivel/tilting bracket. I'm not sure how I can find studs in the aluma bonded wall.

I then want to mount a 30" led tv above the cabinets where the stereo is. I don't want to keep taking it down every time we travel. I think this wall has an area with factory installed backing, but I might be wrong. Again I purcahsed a 'Mor Ryde" removeable bracket.

Finally I want to install a bracket in the garage on the wall just below the antenna jack and power receptical. I again think this area is reinforced but not sure.

Any help or suggestions would be appriciated.
Kaboom,
I mounted the TV just to the left of the window, metal stud for awning is there on oposite side.
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Old 08-27-2013, 08:48 PM   #3
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10x Thanks, mine has a manual awning but there should be a stud in the same area I would think. I just have to find it. Don't want to wait until cold weather to look for frost lines on the outside. Did you mount a tv to the wall above the entertainment counter?
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Old 08-27-2013, 09:10 PM   #4
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10x Thanks, mine has a manual awning but there should be a stud in the same area I would think. I just have to find it. Don't want to wait until cold weather to look for frost lines on the outside. Did you mount a tv to the wall above the entertainment counter?
I mounted on the wall to the left of the window. I will try to measure the distance tomorrow for you.
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Old 08-27-2013, 11:53 PM   #5
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10x, I used a stud finder tonight and it indicates a stud aprox. 6"-8" forward of the window. It appears to be just as you said in line with the awning support. The funny thing is that is the only stud indicated in the entire wall from the window forward. Maybe the stud finder is not accurate, as no other stud was indicated from the window forward.
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Old 08-28-2013, 07:18 AM   #6
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10x, I used a stud finder tonight and it indicates a stud aprox. 6"-8" forward of the window. It appears to be just as you said in line with the awning support. The funny thing is that is the only stud indicated in the entire wall from the window forward. Maybe the stud finder is not accurate, as no other stud was indicated from the window forward.
I took a fine needle and poked it thru the paneling just to make sure I hit a stud before drilling. The needle leaves barely a mark just in case you miss. In my case I was right on.
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Old 08-28-2013, 08:21 AM   #7
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I just measured my mount. My mounting screws are 3 1/4 inches from the edge of the inside window frame on center. I would think your window is mounted in the same spot. Do the needle idea before you drill to make sure. They could have mounted the window in a different spot. I hope this helps.
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10x, Good idea, I was thinking about a small finish nail, but I think the needle is a better way. Thanks for taking the time to measure it.

I was hoping to get the mount centered between the front wall and window. I may have to fabricate something. I just found it strange that there was no indication on a stud forward of the one next to the window.
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Old 08-28-2013, 12:17 PM   #9
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No problem. I dont know what mount you got, but this is what I bought and it works good. It comes with 2 mounting brackets so you can mount the TV in a different location. It says it works up to a 27 in TV. I just fold the arm toward the left and my TV is centered on the wall. You might want to use the mount you bought above the cabinet by the stereo.

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Old 08-28-2013, 12:32 PM   #10
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Kaboom,
As far as the 2 other locations they have reinforcement backer behind them. My trailer had stickers on the location of the backer. If your sticker is missing, just tap on the wall and its pretty easy to find the location of the backer. If you have a problem finding them I will measure mine. Let me know.
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10x, I ordered a mount that swings, tilts and locks in place for travel. I also ordered two tilt & swivel portable mounts that are detachable they come with an extra mounting bracket. They are made by "Mor Ryde".

My trailer did not have any stickers indicating mounting locations. But I think finding the spot in the kitchen and garage shouldn't be to hard. If you have time to measure yours it would be nice to be sure. Again thanks
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Old 08-28-2013, 06:57 PM   #12
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10x, I ordered a mount that swings, tilts and locks in place for travel. I also ordered two tilt & swivel portable mounts that are detachable they come with an extra mounting bracket. They are made by "Mor Ryde".

My trailer did not have any stickers indicating mounting locations. But I think finding the spot in the kitchen and garage shouldn't be to hard. If you have time to measure yours it would be nice to be sure. Again thanks
Just got done measuring. Kitchen backer starts at about 16in in from bathroom door frame molding. It runs from the top of the ceiling down to the cabinet.

Garage backer starts from about 16in in from bathroom door frame molding. The top of it starts about 12in below the ceiling. Like I said tap on the wall and it's real easy to figure out where it's at.
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Old 08-28-2013, 07:11 PM   #13
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Thanks for the measurments. I was not to worried about finding the backing on the two walls but having the measurments helps to confirm it.

I tracked the mounts and they should be here on friday. The bedroom mount is the only one I'm a little appreshensive about, but I will have to wait until the mount arrives so I can see how and where to mount it.

Thanks again for all your time and sharing the information.
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I used metal screws in the bedroom. The stud is metal and the mount is rock solid. Make sure the screws are not too long, I think I used 3/4 in.
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I was going to measure the wall thickness and try the needle idea tonight. Yep to long of a screw would ruin my day, 3/4" sounds about right .
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Installed all three mounts. Thanks again 10x
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Old 09-02-2013, 11:27 AM   #17
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Looks good, we need to figure out an outside mount.
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Old 09-02-2013, 12:02 PM   #18
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I built a box for the tv. I'll see if I can post a pic.
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Here is a close up. Hmm it was not shown sideways on my phone.
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Old 09-02-2013, 03:05 PM   #20
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I. Made this stand up and attached a spare bracket from one of the kits. Works good and I can place it where ever I want.

I need to fine tune it and paint
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