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Subject:Re: Westy Stove Leveling Ideas Sought
From:ralph meyermann
Date:Tue, 17 Jul 2012 18:12:28 -0600

How about a rectangular bed frame like platform made from 1/4"x1/2" steel
with either 1/4" or 5/16" nuts welded in each corner and wingnut type
bolt/screw to adjust??? Would have to do some measurements for size of
griddle and surface area of stove space? Or possible doubled up frame so
one rests on factory grate?? The 1/2" side is vertical for strength against
heat warpage.

Velma 82diesel 1.6 na westy

On Jul 17, 2012 7:02 PM, "David Beierl" <dbeierl@attglobal.net> wrote:

At 07:14 PM 7/17/2012, Rocket J Squirrel wrote:
>
> I usually level the van using them plastic ramps...
I've had real good luck with a couple plywood bases and two tire
jacks.  And chocks, of course.  Even when the site is level they give
a nice solidity underfoot.

But if you really want to be picky about leveling the burner grille,
what's wrong with a few little hardwood wedges?  If you're worried
about things not staying put, remove the two locking legs and
substitute strongish tension springs.

Yours,
David