GL: Washer/dryer

[Keith]

1) Is the 110 vented dryer with larger drum (2.6 to 3.5 cu. Feet) really
better than the combo non vented one?
2) Do full time live aboards (anchor a lot) really need a w/d that works
well?
3) Regular 3.6 cu ft dryers are 23.75 inches and my access to spaces that
will hold same is 23.5 inches.  Has anyone had experience taking dryer apart
to move around inside boat?  Is it easy?  Other choice is taking framing off
door.
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I've had vented and non-vented combos as well as an over-under. The latter 
is much preferred if you can fit it in. There are lots of combinations out 
there, some with separate units that you stack in place after bringing them 
into the boat. You don't HAVE to use a unit that has the W/D attached. 
Search on Google or the RV web sites.

As far as the combo units, I currently have a Splendide vented unit. It 
doesn't really work any better or faster than the non-vented model. It's 
just a little cheaper and requires a vent to the outside. Pick whichever one 
is easier for you to install if you go that way.

And yes, I think it's important to have a good W/D on board. Sure makes 
things simpler than trying to hike to a washateria in the rain.


Keith
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