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by jeff13624
Tue Sep 24, 2013 10:01 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Cats in the ductwork.
Replies: 2
Views: 2186

Cats in the ductwork.

Somehow, cats have gotten into the ductwork of my MH. getting into the winter season, when the furnace turns on, I get a lovely aroma. Any suggestions, on how to get rid of the smell beside the obvious of find out how they get in and block it off?
by jeff13624
Tue May 21, 2013 4:41 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: replacing old MH
Replies: 3
Views: 2106

replacing old MH

I am seriously considering putting my 40 yo Detroiter to rest, and getting a newer, pre-owned MH. What are some of the better built MH Manufacturers out there? Not sure if I will go Double Wide, or Big Single, it all is depending on cost. Thanks
by jeff13624
Mon May 06, 2013 3:06 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: removing particle board flooring
Replies: 18
Views: 10851

Re: removing particle board flooring

there are several good videos on youtube on this subject. I also have many repairs to make on my floor, the videos have been very helpful.
by jeff13624
Tue Sep 18, 2012 3:18 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: soft spots in floor
Replies: 6
Views: 5688

soft spots in floor

I have a 73 mobile home that has soft spots in the floor throughout the home. Knowing that these floors are sawdust board, I am considering laying a new OSB floor over the top of the existing floor. I am figuring 1/2 inch OSB, or wood it be a better choice to use 3/4 inch t&g. Thanks in advance ...
by jeff13624
Fri Dec 10, 2010 12:23 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Natural Gas Hot Water Heater
Replies: 6
Views: 3929

Re: Natural Gas Hot Water Heater

Thanks all for your comments. I guess I am still trying to understand what the big deal is as to why there are 2 different types of water heaters. I mean a stick built house, and a mobile home are structures, made with pretty much the same materials, and such. Is it because of the size of space that...
by jeff13624
Wed Dec 08, 2010 12:50 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Natural Gas Hot Water Heater
Replies: 6
Views: 3929

Natural Gas Hot Water Heater

We picked up an older, (1973), Mobilehome for my mother. It has a new Natural Gas hot Water Heater in it. The gas company said it was the wrong type for this home. He said it was an residentual model, not a Mobile Home model. 2 questions 1) What is the difference between the 2, and 2) can this unit ...