Well, I Chucked the Ice Box...
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, Aug 05 2008 09:11 PM
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Posted 05 August 2008 - 09:11 PM
I've been on the fence about keeping the ice box for awhile since i only use it as a pantry. While completing my rear wall step mounting this weekend I had to remove the ice box to mount the last step. When I took the ice box out my jaw just about hit the ground as I just didn't realize how much space was actually in there. The decision was made. I managed to re-use the ice box door by reversing the "hinges" to keep the stock look and also shimming in the locking mechanism. I'm not much of a craftsman like some of you guru's out there, I simply used a scrap piece of plywood, threw in a shelf, canted it slightly to the rear, and and covered it with non skid surface. I can't beleive how much room I gained. I will no longer need to carry a separate box for my dry goods. Works for me. Stoked. Here's some pics...
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Posted 05 August 2008 - 09:12 PM
The project that started it all.
Thanks to Stan and Chicali for the mounting measurements for the steps!!
Thanks to Stan and Chicali for the mounting measurements for the steps!!
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Posted 05 August 2008 - 09:55 PM
Created yourself alot more room and the re-use of the door puts you up there with the guru's. I think we should get a splash of that Glenlivet to celebrate.
I've been on the fence about keeping the ice box for awhile since i only use it as a pantry. While completing my rear wall step mounting this weekend I had to remove the ice box to mount the last step. When I took the ice box out my jaw just about hit the ground as I just didn't realize how much space was in actually there. The decision was made.
I managed to re-use the ice box door by reversing the "hinges" to keep the stock look and also shimming in the locking mechanism. I'm not much of a craftsman like some of you guru's out there, I simply used a scrap piece of plywood, threw in a shelf, canted it slightly to the rear, and and covered it with non skid surface. I can't beleive how much room I gained. I will no longer need to carry a separate box for my dry goods. Works for me. Stoked. Here's some pics...
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Posted 05 August 2008 - 10:07 PM
Nice work...and the wall steps too:thumb: Lots of storage.
Thanks for the view of the pre-wired and the propane line if you wanted a 3-way refer.
Thanks for the view of the pre-wired and the propane line if you wanted a 3-way refer.
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Posted 05 August 2008 - 10:47 PM
nice job
great idea to re-use the ice box door
I think that will look better than trying to make your own plywood
door that doesn't match the cabinets
I can't remember seeing anyone do that before -- I like it
A + for creativity !
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great idea to re-use the ice box door
I think that will look better than trying to make your own plywood
door that doesn't match the cabinets
I can't remember seeing anyone do that before -- I like it
A + for creativity !
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Posted 05 August 2008 - 11:15 PM
Yeah PV, I was impressed with the pre wiring/propane line too. Makes me wonder if they did the same thing underneath for a furnace??
RJ, the Glenlivet is for, ahem, medicinal purposes only;)
RJ, the Glenlivet is for, ahem, medicinal purposes only;)
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Posted 06 August 2008 - 02:04 AM
Sunman,
that looks fantastic! I see a new project in the near future. Thanks.:thumb:
Marc
that looks fantastic! I see a new project in the near future. Thanks.:thumb:
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Posted 06 August 2008 - 02:14 AM
Hmmm, never even thought about using the ice box door when I did mine. Interesting idea.
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Posted 06 August 2008 - 05:13 AM
TT, did Stan just insult me?
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Posted 06 August 2008 - 02:35 PM
This thread is perfect timing! I just ordered a Hawk without the icebox and added a matching cupboard door. We ordered it this way based on comments on this forum regarding the usefulness, or lack thereof, of the standard icebox.
Everyone's comments and innovative ideas throughout this forum really has helped out during our decision and ordering process. Thanks everyone and we look forward to joining your ranks.
Everyone's comments and innovative ideas throughout this forum really has helped out during our decision and ordering process. Thanks everyone and we look forward to joining your ranks.
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