high clearance side couch.

TV Mount, made by RBW

Needed Extra 12 volt power, and the cigaret lighter output was to deep, converted the speaker wall plate to 12 volts.

Nice job.

very nice on the tv...

I like the TV mount too. Great idea!

In floor compartment

did you actually install that box from the bottomside? i was thinking about something like that and i didn't want to mess with the undercarriage wrap...

posted before but here are my mods so far



dinette across the back

I have a 25' trailer that I added 2 golf cart batteries, a 400 watt inverter, 20" TV, a crank up satellite dish and surround sound system with sub.


My 40' WW got a bit more. I added 4 golf cart batteries, a 3,000w/6,000w peak inverter, a 75 amp Iota smart charger, 330w of solar panels going to a 25 amp MPPT solar controller. I added an automatic transfer switch between the genny and the inverter.

Then I added a drop down 17" LCD TV in the front bedroom, suspended from the ceiling along with a DVD player and TV antenna and satellite drop. I added a 17" LCD TV with DVD player in the kitchen TV cubby, also with antenna and satellite drop, and in the rear, I added a 102" drop down cinema screen attached to the bottom of the rear bed. I have an HD projector for it, and audio is handled by a DD home theater receiver with separate 1080p upconverter DVD, 5 satellite speakers and a 10" powered Yamaha sub with another antenna and satellite drop.

I installed a crank up satellite dish with dishnetwork dual LNBs, and 4 outputs. the 3 previously mentioned, and 1 goes outside for an outside TV. Occasionally a 42" plasma TV gets mounted on the side. I installed a small 12v muffin fan inside the fridge and a larger one outside rear of the fridge to drop the temp faster and increase operating efficiency.

I added a deadbolt to the side door, chromo hasps to the rear ramp to complement the round padlocks. and steel grates over the rear lower vents. I installed air filters over the vents and 2 Shurflo fans in the ceiling. 1 is remote controlled with a thermostat, the other is a crank up with a speed controlelr in the bathroom. There's also a 12V ceiling fan with remote control in the dining area. I also added a 110V air compressor with air chucks at the front of the trailer, and 2 more air chucks just behind each rear tire. I swapped the 15" rims/tires with 16" alloys and load range E tires. I also have a pair of rope light palm trees for mood lighting and a spray mister system in case it gets a bit warm.

There's also enough booze to satisfy a small army.

Wow! With a System like that I'd never get my Wife out of the Trailer...

i like that GOOD JOB

i like that GOOD JOB

It has come in handy a few times.

i've stuffed a few kids into the bedroom and fired up a Disney flick (I have about 700 DVDs) then the adults could party/play poker in the kitchen/living room area while the wind howled.

One time, the wind was howling, and we setup 2 more folding tables inside and put out some munchies and booze. Papa Perry was "working" via laptop/internet at one end, while a few peeps were watching TV and a group was playing poker and partying.

I prefer to be duning, but I've done quite a few 7 - 11 day trips, and sometimes you end up with a few windy or rainy days, so I do the best I can to pass the time.

and i really really really like that bbq idea and more detailed pics of that

Must see pics this is to cool to believe... Please show the fans for the fridge and the TV set up

I have the trailer stored in a different town right now. In the near future, I have to go install my new golf cart batteries (the old ones lasted about 4 yrs) and when I do, I'll take some fresh pics.

I think there is a pic of the projector screen with a movie on it, in the toyhauler section. I'll see if I can find it.

The thread was deleted, but I found the original pics on my hard drive.

Here is the screen attached to the bottom of the rear bed...

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Here is a really dark movie scene...

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Here is the truck and trailer at The Reef Rv park in Rocky Pt. Mexico. It has dual A/Cs, and a satellite dish.

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Nice scene....

Love the BBQ! That's the Coolest thing I seen!

:diceman: You could see bush!!....:diceman




That BBq is sweet!

here are some more....i'm getting closer to having it perfect....i've made a couple modifications to improve on it...

first off i was having problems with the desert wind blowing out the flame so i made a damper for it


then i made a latch so i don't have to rely on a bungie strap

i also made a set up to lock in place while moving


and here are just a couple different views



i am thinking about changing out the poly bushings for delrin or brass to keep it from flexing, also making a cover, and thinking about hardlining it to trailer
(i'm not sure about this yet because i was told i can't T off the existing i have to tie directly into the propane before the trailer regulator)

here is a little write up i did on it a while ago
http://www.glamisdunes.com/invision/index....9&hl=tkrrox


thanks for the compliments

well done one and all!!!

Not mine but good idea nonetheless!!!!

that BBQ idea is slick! I can tell, you're the kind of guy who could find improvements on the space shuttle!!


Here's to guys like you who innovate!!

This thread is going to end up costing me money....... I really want to do the solar/battery setup!

I permanetly installed a compressor in the unused space above the generator freeing up some room in the main storage compartment.

Before


After


I used the worthless dump hose compartment for the hoze real.



Here is the complete write up and more photos on my site http://www.dunechasers.com/tech_article.asp?taid=8

I knew this thread was going to cost me money.....that's sweet!

Now that's cool!!

Inverter and solar chargers are on my list to get to one of these days.

The inverter mod is a must do if you've increased the size of your battery bank.

I went with the Intellicharger 80 amp


After Install


This mod pays for itself in a short while in that it will charge your batts much faster. My gennie use has dropped way down.

I have a write up and more photos here: http://www.dunechasers.com/tech_article.asp?taid=7

yeah that is my next want too... love the idea of inverter and solar power charger!

On the Intella Power system, does that also act as an inverter as well? Powering up your recepticals when on battery power? I'm thinking it's just a faster way to charge your batteries...but not sure. Also, will it charge the batteries faster when running the generator or just when you're hooked up to shore power.

How much for the equipment?

No, it only converts 110v to 12V and charges your batteries. Not sure, but I believe the generator puts out more amps then shore power. Bestconverter.com is selling the 80 amp model for around $250

Kevlar you are my new favorite mod idea person. thats a simple yet effective way for the hose to be stored.

Thanks Sin Cal, you're too kind. I do like improving things, keeps me busy and out of trouble. Stay tuned for my Live wire wip install next

I dont have quite as much space in my small box on wheels but I deffinetly wanted to carry some form of compressed air for inflating after a trip in the dunes.



20lb Co2 tank -

A few more mods...


The trailer came with one 3 lb fire extinguisher. I installed 2 of the larger 4 lb fire extinguishers at the rear of the cabinets. I figured that could knock out a fire a lot better, especially if the fire is between you and the one in the front.

I also installed a nice 4hp, 5 gal air compressor in the front compartment, with another 4 gal sausage tank under the frame. This is connected via a ball valve to two quick connect fittings mounted aft of each rear tire. If I want to air up anything at the front of the trailer, connect to the compressor, to air up anything on either side or the rear, open the ball valve and connect to the appropriate rear connector.

I installed a 65W race radio in the outer storage bay. It has a non ground plane antenna on top of a 20ft flagpole mounted to the roof, so it's about 33' up there. Good enough to talk from the compound to Gordon's Well, and receive the surf report from SD.

I have a laundry list of upgrades

1) Installed second motor on fifth wheel jacks
2) Alarm system with battery backup
3) 4 group 27 batteries (probably switch to 4-6v batteries when they die)
4) Electric dump switches
5) Custom flag holder
6) Hitch cover plate (To keep the birds out)
7) Inverter and charger
8) Outdoor speakers, three way switch
9) XM radio
10) Rear skid wheels
11) Satellite dish
12) Solar panels
13) Tank flush
14) New water pump
15) LED marker lights
16) Tool box
17) Air compressor (With quick release in cargo area)
And more ....

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I added outdoor Advent speakers, connected to a rocker switch to select between the front bedroom speakers and the outside speakers. I also added a portable XM radio to the surroud sound receiver, and I have an FM transmitter that transmits up to 75', so I can tune both the trailer stereo and the surround sound system to the same frequency and listen to an ipod or XM radio.

I also added a crank up satellite dish (with dishnetwork dual LNB) and a 3rd dump valve. If the grey tank gets full and the black tank is less than 2/3, I can open both and dump some grey into the black tank, making more room for a longer trip.

where did you get the dinette setup? cost? im really interested in doing something like this with the huge amount of wasted space at the rear of my trailer. VERY NICE!

wow alot of cool stuff i guess when the trailer is at home in summer i'll have to stay home and do some of this stuff but havasu
allways win's out dammmm it

OK how are use poor folk to keep up you guys are nuts. Everything looks great and functional I want it all.

1. Sirius portable Sat radio
2. LED puck lights under cabinets
3. Added a ball valve and some small pipe to the oil drain on the generator (wired shut). 30 seconds to change oil now!
4. Power tongue jack (best investment yet!)
5. Rubber "diamond plate" matting (from COSTCO) replaces carpet on desert trips.
more to come.....

Bitchen thread guys, keep it coming!

I accidentally ripped off the bathroom roof vent on a low hanging cable, so I replaced it with a Shurflo Silver vent fan, very quiet and moves up to 980 CFM. Then I removed the vent in the living room area and replaced it with the shurflo Platinum, which has a thermostat to open/close it, a rain sensor, and an RF remote control to operate the lid and fan, infinitely variable fan speed.


At the rear of the trailer, I installed furnace filters over the vent doors at the bottom of the wall. This way, on warmer days I can open both vent flaps, turn on both roof fans to a quiet, comfortable speed and draw in cool, clean air rather than running the A/C all day. I can keep the dogs inside and they stay nice and cool.

the rubber mats seems like a great idea. easy clean up?

this is a great tread. a lot of great ideas.

i have added 4 six volt batteries, had r&s rv install another battery box above excisting battery box


installed a xantrex rv3012 invertor/charger with RC7/GS controll panel


installed MAXX AIR vent covers on the two vents


installed 5000 amp battery cut off switch


installed LCD tv wall mount in bedroom


installed black and gray tank flush kits


installed pro-fill battery fillers on all batteriesl


installed ridgecreek auto gen start module with thermostat control


caulked all kitchen and bathroom floors to cabinets


caulked all sinks to counter tops


installed a sliding tv tray and hold downs for main tv area

Thanks for the heads up, but in a world of every one having A.D.D we need to see Pics.

OK, I'll go..

6 Volters
Maxx Air Vents
Digital Thermostat
Clear exterior LED's (marker/brake)
Mounted LED take offs under the TH
75 watt amp to existing home theater set up for exterior 6x9's
Replaced all interior electric switches and plugs for home "Decor" style
Added a 5 gallon air tank behind 3rd axle, connected the 3 gallon OEM tank and compressor to the 5 gallon and then a 120v 17 gallon Craftsman (put motor/compressor in front storage area and remoted the tank under the trailer), ran air lines to the front, each wheel well and to the garage with a regulator for the wheel wells
Built a manifold tire chuck assmeby with clip ons (clip on all 6 with the regulator set at 65 and wait)
Hung grid wall in the garage for getting things up and off the floor (chairs, sand panels and BBQ)
Plumbed a water hose bib off the pump to the rear of the TH
Plumbed a water line off the pump to the black tank clean out (ball valve)
Folding jacks on the ramp door
Added a patio type light above the crap tube so I can see when its clear at night
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sweet!

so far ive installed max air vents, flow-rite battery watering system on the 6V batts, switched out the propane tanks to those with gauges, switched out the OG exterior speakers with 3 way 6x9 pioneers, LED tail lights, changed all the marker light bulbs in favor of LED capsules, added an exterior light with switch to the street side by the utilities, quicky flush rinse system for the black tank, and replaced the front futon mattress with a standard queen serta mattress.

previous owner: crank up sat dish with digital magic, solar panel with monitor panel, 2 6V batts, 2000 watt zantrex interverter/charger, 2 15K ac units (1 ducted with heat pump, 1 freeflow behind main unit), digital multi-zone thermostat, 7500W gen in place of OG 5500W, metal wrapped cloth main awning, 4 electric remote controlled window awnings, full inside/outside stereo system with amp and bandpass subwoofer box under trailer with 2 10" subs, extra drawers added to places that didnt have drawers in bedroom and kitchen areas for extra storage, surround sound CD/DVD system, huge frame mounted tie downs in the floor, add-a-room screen room, 120V power outlet in the access area above genset wired to genset for air compressor, flouresent lights in kitchen and bathroom area, upgraded water pump, upgraded refrigerator.

trailer is in storage so ill have to get some pics next time i go to G if i can remember

Copter, props on the tire air-up that is a great idea!!