[C320-list] Microwave Solution Found

[Warren Updike]

When our original 1094 microwave stopped working maybe 5 or more years ago, I looked for a replacement but couldn't fine one to fit. I took it to an electronics repair shop and they replaced the transformer, and it has worked ever since. It did, however, cost about $100. My consolation is that it has worked fine ever since.
-----Original Message-----
From: Dave Hupe [mailto:hoopdtwo at yahoo.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 10:00 PM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Microwave Solution Found

Rich-
I looked at my original "ancient" microwave in place today in anticipation of removing it and replacing with the new Danby unit I ordered from Amazon after seeing your post.
A question ........ you indicate the front feet must be removed and the rear feet flattened.  How then is there still good ventilation underneath?  In comparison, the original unit has 2 metal brackets in the front holding it in place and elevating it well above the underlying solid shelf.  Am I wrong that the Danby unit would be "bottomed out" restricting air flow underneath? 
We did not buy an extended warranty yesterday when we purchased the Danby unit on Amazon (we almost never buy extended warranties).  I think it was offered for about $6 for 3 years during the purchase. However, after it was pointed out that many people experienced sudden front glass shattering, I tried to see if the warranty could be added through Amazon.  They indicated I'd have to wait for delivery and then ask (the seller) for the extended warranty. 
Dave Hupe1994 Hull #32Holland, MI

      From: Doug Treff <doug at treff.us>
 To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com 
 Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 7:13 AM
 Subject: Re: [C320-list] Microwave Solution Found
   
I just looked at the Amazon reviews. Beware of the front glass
shattering. You might want to keep an eye on it.

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Doug Treff
doug at treff.us

On Tue, Aug 22, 2017, at 03:39 PM, Rich D wrote:
> Greetings,
> 
> After reading several posts and spending many hours searching for a
> replacement microwave that fits without boat modifications, I finally
> found
> a good solution.  Pictures posted on Catalina320, members album Stella
> Maris.  Model is Danby DMW077BLSDD.  Two plastic feet in the front need
> to
> be removed.  Rear feet are pressed sheet metal, drill hole and gently tap
> in with hammer to flush.  There is one small screw that needs to be cut
> off
> that would protrude below the modified bottom.  Fits perfectly in my 04.
> Plenty of clearance under unit for ventilation.  Hope this helps.
> 
> Also, first post to list. Did this come through OK?
> 
> Thanks,
> Rich