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I installed two backup cameras on the rear and back corner (blind side) of the fiver which are hardwired through a separate 6-pin plug. I have a switch on the dash so that I can display any of three cameras (one on the back of the truck, and the two on the trailer) at any time, not just when in reverse. That way I can keep track of who's tailgating my trailer when on the road. The whole project cost about $150 with parts from Amazon.
We were short of counter space in the trailer, so I built a cabinet that uses the sink covers as counter top. The cabinet slides into a track that attaches it to the end of the counter by the sink to make an "L" shaped counter, or it can be used as a small island. I used the cabinet doors from the area under the TV where I installed a fireplace the previous year so the rolling cabinet matches the rest of the kitchen, as does the counter top.
I also ran dedicated circuits for the fireplace, and for an Edenpure electric heater we like to use on colder days. Our breaker panel had two "unused" circuits, one for the forward A/C unit, which we don't have, and one for the washer/dryer hookup, which we also don't have. I just used each of those circuits for the fireplace and heater. That way, no blown breakers when I use the coffee maker, the toaster oven, and the fireplace all at the same time.
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06-04-2013, 11:41 AM
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Location: Southern Ontario Canada
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Originally Posted by CTDguy
I installed two backup cameras on the rear and back corner (blind side) of the fiver which are hardwired through a separate 6-pin plug. I have a switch on the dash so that I can display any of three cameras (one on the back of the truck, and the two on the trailer) at any time, not just when in reverse. That way I can keep track of who's tailgating my trailer when on the road. The whole project cost about $150 with parts from Amazon.
We were short of counter space in the trailer, so I built a cabinet that uses the sink covers as counter top. The cabinet slides into a track that attaches it to the end of the counter by the sink to make an "L" shaped counter, or it can be used as a small island. I used the cabinet doors from the area under the TV where I installed a fireplace the previous year so the rolling cabinet matches the rest of the kitchen, as does the counter top.
I also ran dedicated circuits for the fireplace, and for an Edenpure electric heater we like to use on colder days. Our breaker panel had two "unused" circuits, one for the forward A/C unit, which we don't have, and one for the washer/dryer hookup, which we also don't have. I just used each of those circuits for the fireplace and heater. That way, no blown breakers when I use the coffee maker, the toaster oven, and the fireplace all at the same time.
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Brilliant design on the cabinet! Looks great!
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06-04-2013, 12:02 PM
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Location: Wisconsin
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Great job on your cabinet! You definitely have woodworking talent.
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06-06-2013, 06:08 PM
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06-06-2013, 07:14 PM
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Looks great! I love those full-extension drawer slides.
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06-09-2013, 09:32 PM
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Originally Posted by midnight1
can you tell me the dimensions of the tool box? I want to do something similar. Thanks
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I installed the same box (maybe?) on my trailer. It is 69" long x 12" high x 12" wide (approx.). There is also a shorter version that is 61" long. From lowes, BTW I paid $219 in Canada. The same thing from another poster stated it was $119! Hosed again in Canada...
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06-09-2013, 09:39 PM
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Location: Wadsworth, Ohio
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Originally Posted by shineysideup
I installed the same box (maybe?) on my trailer. It is 69" long x 12" high x 12" wide (approx.). There is also a shorter version that is 61" long. From lowes, BTW I paid $219 in Canada. The same thing from another poster stated it was $119! Hosed again in Canada...
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I got the 61" box just to make sure the turning radius was not messed with. I paid $159 for the box. The other measurements are all the same.
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2013 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab Hemi
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06-10-2013, 08:13 PM
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Location: Mississippi
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Firefighter938
I got the 61" box just to make sure the turning radius was not messed with. I paid $159 for the box. The other measurements are all the same.
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Did u make any holes for ventilation for the battery or is there enough air flow?
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06-10-2013, 08:21 PM
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Location: Cold Spring, MN
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I just added my vent holes this weekend while camping. Two 3" sink vents. I put one on the front and one on the side. Air should go in the front and be sucked out the side.
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2009 Chevy Duramax 2500HD
2018 Signature UltraLite 8295WS
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06-10-2013, 08:51 PM
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Location: Mississippi
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Feldhege
I just added my vent holes this weekend while camping. Two 3" sink vents. I put one on the front and one on the side. Air should go in the front and be sucked out the side.
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Maybe in having a brain fart, but what is a sink vent? Any pics? I found the 69" box today at Lowes for $159 and plan on getting it soon. My Roo only has one exterior compartment and this would really help out.
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06-10-2013, 08:57 PM
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Location: Wadsworth, Ohio
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Originally Posted by labman1014
Did u make any holes for ventilation for the battery or is there enough air flow?
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No I did not add vents. The box has mounting holes that will allow enough air to move around and vent.
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06-11-2013, 03:43 PM
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Location: ONTARIO, CANADA
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Originally Posted by Firefighter938
I got the 61" box just to make sure the turning radius was not messed with. I paid $159 for the box. The other measurements are all the same.
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Well, sounds like the price difference wasn't as bad as I thought... On the turning radius thing, holy crap! It ended up being a LOT tighter than I thought but I do still have clearance, even with a full jack knife... (thankfully) 
Lots of room for all the dirty stuff; hitch crap, hoses, electrical cables and 2 batteries (soon). Still need to install a battery disconnect switch...
cheers,
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06-11-2013, 07:55 PM
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Location: Wadsworth, Ohio
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Quote:
Originally Posted by shineysideup
Well, sounds like the price difference wasn't as bad as I thought... On the turning radius thing, holy crap! It ended up being a LOT tighter than I thought but I do still have clearance, even with a full jack knife... (thankfully)
Lots of room for all the dirty stuff; hitch crap, hoses, electrical cables and 2 batteries (soon). Still need to install a battery disconnect switch...
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WOW THAT'S CLOSE! Can you even get a sheet of paper in between! Looks good!
I ended up buying a piece of indoor/outdoor carpet to line the bottom with.
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2013 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab Hemi
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06-11-2013, 08:02 PM
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Location: Cold Spring, MN
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Quote:
Originally Posted by labman1014
Maybe in having a brain fart, but what is a sink vent? Any pics? I found the 69" box today at Lowes for $159 and plan on getting it soon. My Roo only has one exterior compartment and this would really help out.
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Here are the installed ones. They are 3" in diameter.
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2009 Chevy Duramax 2500HD
2018 Signature UltraLite 8295WS
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06-11-2013, 08:16 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Firefighter938
WOW THAT'S CLOSE! Can you even get a sheet of paper in between! Looks good!
I ended up buying a piece of indoor/outdoor carpet to line the bottom with.
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I actually have 2 or 3 inches between the bumper and box. I like the carpet idea! The walls aren't very thick, I think they would dent easily.
Happy camping,
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06-30-2013, 04:27 PM
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Camper Less Camping
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: NW
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Not a "knock your socks off" mod but it was becoming a PIA to keep moving my shop towel roll out of the way each time I went to grab something in the bay...no more 
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06-30-2013, 04:50 PM
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Location: Missouri
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Originally Posted by Ragin Cajun
Not a "knock your socks off" mod but it was becoming a PIA to keep moving my shop towel roll out of the way each time I went to grab something in the bay...no more |
Very useful mod!!
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07-02-2013, 08:43 PM
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2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
2013 F350 6.7L Lariat 4x4 CC DRW,Viair 1007, Ride-Rites, Edge CTS, B&W
2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
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07-02-2013, 08:59 PM
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Location: CHATSWORTH, GA.
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LED's
The cargo compartments were so dark when trying to load or unload something, even in the day time. So I purchased a 16'-0 LED Bright White Ribbon and tied the power into the already existing one storage light already there. Now when I turn that light on, it looks like it daytime under there, DW can find everything she needs, even in the forward Battery Compartment:
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07-03-2013, 04:48 AM
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Location: Auburn, GA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by LKicklight
The cargo compartments were so dark when trying to load or unload something, even in the day time. So I purchased a 16'-0 LED Bright White Ribbon and tied the power into the already existing one storage light already there. Now when I turn that light on, it looks like it daytime under there, DW can find everything she needs, even in the forward Battery Compartment:
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Great idea!
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2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
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2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
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