38 Convertible - Removing Factory VCR

[etomlins]

Hi

Although I'm on my second Luhrs I just discovered the Owner's Forum! I currently have a 2000 38 Convertible and want to replace the VCR with a DVD player in the salon. The VCR is attached to a shelf which is above the Disc Changer that sits on an AM/FM Tuner Amplifier. These all are to the right of the TV which is attached to a shelf just above the Electrical Panel. Everything is secured and I cannot see how they are anchored or an easy way to remove them. I'd appreciate any advice regarding the removal of the VCR. Thanks in advance.

Ed Tomlinson

[kcummin]

Ed,
Welcome to the board. Often it helps to post a few pics of your situation to help others visualize your dilemna. I have a 35, so don't have the same internal setup. I did replace my TV with a flatscreen, with the buit in DVD to save space. I'm sure others here with the 38 will chime in.

Again, welcome to the board!

Kevin

[etomlins]

Kevin

Thanks for the response. I'm traveling now and won't be back to the boat until the middle of August. If I haven't got it figured out by then I'll take your advice and include some pictures.

Ed

[Esquire]

My 2000 360 C is set up where if you remove the tv you have access to a panel that you unscrew which allows you full access to the VHS and stereo components. Maybe you want to check that method out.

[etomlins]

Esquire

Thanks for the tip. I'll try it and let you know now I make out.

Ed

[chariotdriver]

I have a 2002 40 Open and and want to ad a DVD player to the salon TV area.
I have heard that home style DVD players might have a problem with vibration and have been told that I should go with a car DVD player so that it can play while the boat is crashing through the water.
Any issues with home units by anyone as I would prefer to put one of these in the boat.
Thanks for any replies/
Phil

[Martuni]

I have had my 2002 40 Express now for two seasons with a home DVD unit. I am a canyon dweller and have been out there in 12 foot plus waves. My boat has taken a beating. In fact on one trip back from the canyon in 10 to 12 ft seas, we hit so hard one time that the fresh water tank ruptured (talk about a big job getting to that). However, the $70 home DVD player still works fine.

[Sallysea]

if it helps, I just pulled the old tv for replacement. It was held in place by vercro, Slip a thin flat object under the unit and see if it lifts.

[Mazlin]

I have the same boat except mines a 40 convertible.Took out all the tuner,stereo,changer and old school tv.Put in a 37" Samsung LCD.Had to trim the cutout larger.Ended up with about 1/2 foot that i turned into pidgeon holes/pockets with a Playstation 3 in one of them standing upright.Then in the furtherest door bottom right fited a Mini HiFI stereo/CD with ipod dock.Connected all the original speakers and din't use the mini speakers that came with the Mini system.Works fantastic.Let me know if you want photos and i'll get some.