Kitchen window replacement options?

TeamMcZajic · June 11, 2024, 03:31:24 PM

This weekend I joined the growing 'club' of owners that have lost their kitchen window on the highway. I'm curious if any of you have used a non-Dometic Seitz replacement window with success? I'm not excited about spending several hundred dollars for an OEM replacement and would consider something different if it wasn't a big hassle to find/install. I haven't taken out the remaining window frame yet, but it looks like I have the 500x300 size.

On a related note, does anyone have a good process/hack for ensuring your window latches stay closed while in motion?

Thanks in advance!

Michelle

Merlin · June 12, 2024, 11:33:39 AM

This is a copy of a previous post of mine. It still holds true today.

Other members on here who have lost the kitchen window have had little luck finding a replacement. Most folks have found a similar size but different brand window and figured out how to fasten it on. Check etrailer.com and rvupgradestore.com as well as doing a general search for RV windows of that size.

Here is one source that others have had some luck with, but not original equipment.

https://www.rvglass.com/

And my only suggestion is to create a one page list of everything to check before getting underway. I've never had a latch come undone that was properly fastened.

finnski11 · June 15, 2024, 08:08:14 AM

The kitchen window is the only one that had one support arm. The rest have 2. Thus the window could pivot and fall off the small window ledge built in to the outside of the trailer. It happened to us also. Tern Overland has a 300 x 500 window that fits perfectly in there and is easy to replace. I actually like it better than the OEM windows. It is however pricey at over $500 delivered.

Merlin · June 15, 2024, 11:06:32 AM

Thanks for posting the window info!

finnski11 · June 15, 2024, 02:20:37 PM

TeamMcZajic · June 16, 2024, 03:57:00 PM

I ended up ordering the Tern Overland window ($600 with shipping). I'll report back on my thoughts once it's installed!

offuttdiane@gmail.com · September 22, 2024, 12:52:55 PM

Hi,
Thanks for the suggestions. My window came off while driving this weekend. My other windows are cracked at the bottom and none of the shocks are working. What suggestions does everyone have? Also can the spare tire be mounted on the back of the trailer? There is no way I could ever get it if I got a flat while traveling.

Happy Fall

Merlin · September 22, 2024, 10:41:57 PM

Hmm..... very odd. The original windows on a Camplite are high quality double pane. I can't see a scenario where all are cracked and all struts fail. What model and year Camplite? It would cost thousands of dollars to replace them all with original equipment quality. Prop them open with a dowel rod and seal any leaking cracks with clear RTV?

The spare comes down easy, it's putting back up that's impossible without help or a jack. Leave it underneath and if you ever need it, put the flat tire inside until you get to a tire shop.

Chappy133 · September 23, 2024, 10:43:39 AM

Lots of spare tire carrier options out there. I used one on the front A frame on our 16 TBS so I could have two spares. Putting a spare tire on the rear bumper without reinforcements could be problematic.

Amazon Spare Tire Carrier

dlb53151 · October 05, 2024, 02:59:04 PM

Has anyone replaced the shade for the kitchen window? Would like to know of where to find one. Thanks

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Merlin · October 05, 2024, 09:32:39 PM

Quote from: dlb53151 on October 05, 2024, 02:59:04 PMHas anyone replaced the shade for the kitchen window? Would like to know of where to find one. Thanks

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I don't think this is the right size, but the description may help with your search?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/285320896118?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-166974-028196-7&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=285320896118&targetid=2276391439863&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=1019973&poi=&campaignid=21770049060&mkgroupid=172062982247&rlsatarget=pla-2276391439863&abcId=10048560&merchantid=427096570&geoid=1019973&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_QDh91i8kEUlgQrx6wtf1k06_9-

LittleRed · November 21, 2024, 08:56:44 PM

We replaced our original Dometic-Seitz CampLite kitchen window on our 2013 11FK with a Tern Overland 300x500mm - Classic Arctic Tern Window. The wall thickness is 30mm. Thanks to the previous posts! We lost our Dometic glazing panel on our last trip. We think we're always being so careful. Sigh. The Arctic Tern fit perfectly into the rough opening without any modification. Easy to install. For now, we left the Dometic hinge profile piece attached to the trailer rather than deal with the screw holes. The Tern Overland shade assembly is slightly smaller than the Seitz blind, so we have some screw holes to deal with on the inside. Looks good too.