Top mods to your rig?

[jjm901]

For those of you who have done lots of modifications and added extras that are not normally included at travel trailer purchase...what are your top 3 or 4 mods you have done and are there any you regret doing?

[TURBS]

my top 4 http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...mod-20827.html
http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...mod-20541.html
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no regrets here !

[Triguy]

My favorites are both simple and fairly common.

Battery Disconnect and two 6 volt (T145) batteries.
LED bulbs.
Maxxair II vent covers.
Oxygenics shower head.

Nothing big. My next two mods will be replacing the privacy plexiglass in the door with clear plexiglass and swapping out the thermostat for a digital model.

[Wiscampsin]

In addition to what others have mentioned:

Hunter digital programmable thermostat
Indoor/outdoor thermometer
Wingman attatchment for tv antenna

[Terier]

• Pull/push knob battery disconnect
• Fantastic Fan
• Bedroom window awning
• Flip-flopping one cabinet door in a lower cabinet for easier access in the kitchen instead of the bedroom. This is where I hid the kitchen trash can.

[Herk7769]

Sorry, but I would be hard pressed to name 4. I have probably done over a hundred mods to the camper in just 3 years from the rear rack for the Blue Boy to the Brandy New awning remote. So here are my top 5

My favorite without a doubt is the roof antenna mod. Just cooler than all get out and one of the most used mods on the camper when we camp in a place without Cable. AntennaWeb - Home will give you the bearings; distance; and TV stations in your reach.

The electrical system upgrade(s) are next. There were several mods over the years all intended to increase dry camping battery longevity. From Dual Batteries to replacing all interior lighting with LEDs.

Rebuilding the Toilet, while not as "sexy" as some, makes life in the "Back House" livable with the addition of the pressure sprayer. The water wand makes cleanup a snap.

The Eternabond Roof Seal and Horst Probe Black and Gray tank upgrades would round out the top 5.

Oh, Regrets - YES - ALL OF THEM! How am I ever going to replace my camper when this one is darn near perfect?

[Fire Instructor]

Here's my top five mods, in each or three areas; operational, comfort, & storage.

Operational:
1) Adding solar, all led lights, & 2000w inverter
2) PressurePro Tire Pressure Monitoring System
3) Toilet Spray flush hose.
4) Install Red Devil Built-in Vacuum Cleaner System
5) Tornado Flush in black tank

Comfort:
1) Over-bed Casablanca-style ceiling fan
2) Remove factory XM Radio, install mount for my Serius (before they were one company!)
3) Install wine bottle rack and wine glass rack.
4) Max-Air Vents - to keep roof vents open, with no rain coming in.
5) Replace analog t-stat for heat/AC with digital t-stat.

Storage:
1) Install truck-bed aluminum diamond plate tool box to replace battery box.
2) Open under-bed area into large compartment with multiple access'.
3) Convert two hanging closets to shelved closets.
4) Convert several "dummy" cabinet doors to hinged latched doors, providing access to additional storage areas.
5) Shoe storage rack in bathroom.

[Fire Instructor]

Herk - Any details on your AntennaWeb project anywhere? Which model did you install? Any particular challenges in completing the project?

One thing that I have to be careful of with mine, is that if I leave the antenna up during the day (when we are least likely to be using it), it can cast a shadow on a solar pane;. A blockage of only 5% of the panel can actually cause a 33% decrease in panel efficiency.

Which means at night, I need to manually re-set it to tune channels back in.

[sherdep]

I have done so many Mod's that are useful that when I am ready to upgrade how can I justify the camper upgrade cause I know I would have to do them over again.

1 - Curved shower rod - kept the shower curtain from sticking to me.
2 - Tornado Tank Flusher - doesnt make the swooshing sound like when first installed but still functional as long as you are at a clean out station you can hook a hose to.
3 - Battery Disconnect - was a single battery disconnect but going to be upgrading this to a 1 - 2 or both battery since I have upgraded to two 12 volt batteries.
4 - Locking Water Door - Added this mod cause I wanted to make sure my fresh water stayed fresh and not contaminated by someone else other then me.
5 - Added the Wingman - not that I watch enough TV but have noticed a diffrence in the signal after adding the Wingman
6 - Smart Light 1000 - replaced the original scare light with a LED / Motion Sensor Smart Light - Love this Mod the Best
7 - Max Air II Vent Cover's - Allows me to keep my Vent's open all the time rain or shine - Love this Mod as well

[Herk7769]

Originally Posted by Fire Instructor

Herk - Any details on your AntennaWeb project anywhere? Which model did you install? Any particular challenges in completing the project?

http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...ster-7037.html If you have more questions PM me.
Oh did you pull up the doc file at the bottom?
It has the protractor mod to the hand crank inside the camper.

[Cincy6]

Herk- I checked out the antennaweb site and was wondering if anyone knows of an Android App that would do something similar?

I was thinking it would be great to be able to find local stations once we arrive at a campsite. I did a quick search for Apps but nothing came up.

Thanks

[Herk7769]

Originally Posted by Cincy6

Herk- I checked out the antennaweb site and was wondering if anyone knows of an Android App that would do something similar?

I was thinking it would be great to be able to find local stations once we arrive at a campsite. I did a quick search for Apps but nothing came up.

Thanks

I have an iPhone/iPad app called "TV TOWERS" that does the same thing.

[pbrackney]

TV Towers USA is a great app. Even includes a compass to help in location.

[jjm901]

Lots of great mod ideas, thanks for the great discussion... but, for discussions sake, let me take the question a step further.... knowing what you know now about how you enjoy the mods you have done, but assuming you had a new rig with none of those mods and you only had $250 to spend on mods, what would you spend it on?

[pbrackney]

1. If your trailer did not come with a black tank flush, then that would be a top priority for me. It makes a world of difference.

2. Roof Vent Covers.

3. Battery Disconnect Switch

That would be my top three to make your camping experience more enjoyable.

Have a great time camping and let us all know what mod. you decide on.

[Herk7769]

IMHO, no one here can say that.
It totally depends on how and where you intend to camp.

If you plan on full hookups all the time, your needs would be one way.
If you camped mostly in state parks with no hookups; my top priorites would make no sense at all to the weekend camper who is in a KOA.

Some mods like a battery disconect and a water pressure regulator are a couple of bucks and a good idea regardless. If you have 30 days to "spend" that gift certificate from the dealer; there are lots of good ideas already presented. Other than that ...

Go camping. You will figure it out pretty fast.

[jjm901]

Originally Posted by pbrackney

Have a great time camping and let us all know what mod. you decide on.

Thanks. I already have the Blue Sea battery disconnect switch on its way. I am still debating on a Barker VIP 3500 ($214 shipped to door from PPL right now), trying to weigh that 'mod' vs maybe doing a few small mods that may offer more comfort (when they are all added up).

We are definately thinking about the curved shower bar/curtain and the oxygenics shower head from the list thats been generated so far. To avoid getting too carried away though, I put a cap of about $250 on myself for mods/accessories this camping season.

[pbrackney]

herk has a great point in that it is hard for us to recommend mod. since everyone is different.

On that note: I own the Barker VIP 3500 jack and love it!!! When I purchased our new TT I took it off and put the original hand jack back on it. So keep your original jack in case you decide to upgrade or whatever.

As others have said, go camping and see out of your experience what you may need or want.

[jjm901]

Thanks. Not intending necessarily for direct recommendations, but just curious what mods in general people value over other mods in generating ideas for myself.

[pbrackney]

You will get great advice, tips, and suggestions on these forums. Some of the greatest people on here. They love camping and helping others to do the same.

Welcome and enjoy this 2012 camping season, from another midwesterner.