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Author:  jfair [ Wed Jul 25, 2012 5:55 am ]
Post subject:  Microwave oven recess challenge

The original Tappan microwave in my Vista 278 was faulty. Finding a replacement that would fit through the aperture in the cabinet was difficult particularly when we looked for a reasonably priced model in the local appliance stores. Holding a router or jigsaw at head height while leaning over a countertop is not much fun if a fine finish in the cherry laminate is required. The solution was to make the hole bigger in a fairly neat fashion and then apply a trim piece. A local welder made the trim from 25mm x 25 mm x 3mm aluminium angle. He ground and polished out the welds on the face. We are very happy with the result. Not that we really need a microwave on the boat but Four Winn's owners do sleep more soundly if there's nothing that requires repair or upgrading.

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Author:  Paul I. [ Wed Jul 25, 2012 7:50 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Microwave oven recess challenge

LOOKS GREAT!! :D

Mine just seats there with 2 rubber hold downs to keep it in place. I had to glue down a 1/8" wood strip to help hold it in place. It wanted to fall out onto the stove/hot plate.

Author:  fun2bethad [ Thu Jul 26, 2012 8:27 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Microwave oven recess challenge

Nicely done! It looks better than factory. :P

Author:  wkearney99 [ Tue Jul 31, 2012 4:47 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Microwave oven recess challenge

Indeed, nicely done. Saw your posts over on the DIY chat site too.

I hear ya regarding sleeping better when there are no repairs/upgrades. I look forward to that day.

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