A/C filter thumb screws
The Need
I dislike having to pull the costco folding tool kit out of front storage. I also despise the screwdriver in the kit. Don’t get me wrong, I would buy the same kit again if given the opportunity, it has helped me solve problems. When we are on the road for more then a week, we like to clean the A/C vent filters. The filters quickly accumulate dirt and lint.
Goals
Never require the use of a screwdriver to wash the AC filters Allow any human to access the filter assembly
Notes
This mod requires a few items:
- RivNut tool
- M3x10m thumb screws
- M3 Rivnuts
When installing a small rivnut (M3) into aluminum, extra care needs to be take on how compressed the riv nut becomes. Stripping the rivnut due to over compression is easy. Read The Fine Manual on how much clamping compression is required for your installation.
Outcome
I am now able to quickly clean the A/C filters
Checking the drainage tubes for A/C condensation is easy
Anybody can change the A/C filters when they notice they are dirty
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