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Replacement Shroud for Coleman A/C
Yahoo Message Number: 88072
The shroud on my 1986 LD's rooftop Coleman A/C is nearly shot.  In checking around for a replacement, it looks like new shrouds cost about 1/4th the price of a complete A/C unit.  Ouch!  Can anyone steer me toward any vendor of replacement shrouds (new or used) where a replacement can be obtained at a reasonable price?   I'm in the greater Phoenix area but internet vendors would be fine. Thanks.

Jim O'Brien 1986 LD Front Lounge Waddell, AZ
Re: Replacement Shroud for Coleman A/C
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Yahoo Message Number: 88077
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The shroud on my 1986 LD's rooftop Coleman A/C is nearly shot.  In checking around for a replacement, it looks like new shrouds cost
If still mechanically sound, try painting.

Our shroud got 'fuzzy as the epoxy deteriorated, along with a minor crack. I removed it, repaired the crack with a fiberglas repair kit, then painted the outside with several coats of a heavy-duty enamel.
That lasted several years, and not long ago, I repeated the paint job.
Unfortunately, the unit died shortly after, so it has now been replaced.

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit
Re: Replacement Shroud for Coleman A/C
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Yahoo Message Number: 88109
I paid $52 for a shroud at Camping World (go to the "Part" counter).  I believe the Pengu
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Yahoo Message Number: 88118
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It took me about 10 minutes to climb on the roof, remove the 4 screws, replace the weatherstripping with the new that came with the shroud, screw it back down, and ta-da! Looks fab-u-lous!
The shrouds get brittle and crack over time, especially at the screw holes where most of the stress is carried. It is wise to use washers on the top side as large as possible to distribute the load.
Indio Todd

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Re: Replacement Shroud for Coleman A/C
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Yahoo Message Number: 88119
Good point, Todd.  I do think there were washers there that I reused.
 Our old shroud looked like someone had borrowed the corner as a seat.
Not a good idea!

Also, I looked and Pengu