The #1 BEST Improvement You've Made

[Brav]

Aside from Solar..

Best interior mod was adding a Bose Solo 5 sound bar to my bedroom TV. The factory stereo system on 25FB is on the side, and doesn't reproduce sound very well for audio, and it would go from very quite to overly loud. This sound bar changed everything... and we use the remote to control the DVD and TVs. Bass is very rich and deep, and no over-loud parts of action movies.

Sound quality is excellent, and the size is perfect. Not cheap, but not many options. the bracket I made gets sandwhiched between the TV and the factory swing arm, using its 4 bolts, and drops below the TV to provide a mounting point for the bar. swings out of the way with the TV.

[Gallego]

Originally Posted by truxpin

Lots of the changes we make are for convenience or personal preference.... as full timers I'd have to say there was one change that made the biggest impact (and continues to..) on a daily basis.


A simple fridge fan....
Our original Dometic didn't have one. ( Do any come with an interior fan ?)
The difference it made was amazing and while it's still no residential refrigerator, it was money well spent.

I like this one. Our freezer doesn't even have a light, I was thinking on some kind of motion detection battery operated light. Has anyone done something similar ??

[tvketchum]

Our fridge is right under a ceiling light. It does require reaching up to flip the switch, but it is no additional cost and no other batteries to replace.


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Tom

[Caffeinated]

My "best" upgrade is the Progessive Dynamics 4655 and the Trojan batteries. They have been flawless since I installed them.

On the wish list is a new mattress, recliner replacement for the dinette, LT tires, and new tow rig. Tires are likely to happen this spring.

Mike

[1973Argosy]

My best upgrade was finding a set of original bunks that fold down when not in use and turn my mid twins into a mid lounge. The wife and I are soon to be empty nesters(campers), and will keep the front gaucho in bed mode without losing a sitting area!

[Hittenstiehl]

1973 those are great pictures. I'm saving them to my someday file. Great use of space.

[Hittenstiehl]

1973 great pictures. I'm saving them to my someday file. Nice use of space.

[CoolCat]

Adding a small electric pump and tubing to very easily facilitate winterizing. Easy peesy!

[KJRitchie]

The major improvement was to convert from the queen bed to twins and I kept adding on to the list.

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f366...al-160855.html

Kelvin

[larry9000]

We've had our Bambi for a month now. My first mod (the next day) was to go to Goodyear Endurance D rated tires instead of the GYM, outfitted with TPMS. What great peace of mind.

The number 1 electrical upgrade was switching to LEDs. This made a huge difference in consumption, and allows our little 50W solar panel to completely recharge the batteries each day. I've also switched to a 12v TV, and added a cell booster and rear backup camera. The latter is powered from the running light power at the taillight, and serves as my rear view mirror while towing.

[Tsunami-v2]

Brav, I added the Solo 5 to my front television. Sounds great.

[Bill M.]

For us it was getting rid of the carpet and installing a laminated floor.

We upholstered the gaucho at the same time. Everything else has been more in the nature of a repair or a minor improvement rather than an upgrade. New slides on the drawer under the sofa and new slides and rebuild the pantry was a good improvement in function.

Maybe the LED tail lights count. I do not know if they are "better" but they work all the time now.

[Cispook]

Originally Posted by Tsunami-v2

Brav, I added the Solo 5 to my front television. Sounds great.

Are those custom solar window coverings?

[Tsunami-v2]

Yes. I made templates of all the different size windows and then used the templates to cut the Reflextics. My wife sewed the basting around each cover to give them a finished look. Used industrial strength Velcro, attaching the fuzzy side to the window frame and the hook side to the Reflextics cover. I made sure that the covers slid up under the roll down shades for a custom look. They work extremely well for retaining heating/cooling and blocking the light. Originally made them before going to Alaska last year due to Summer Solstice (no darkness ). Better sleeping.

[tabney0315]

Originally Posted by Tsunami-v2

Yes. I made templates of all the different size windows and then used the templates to cut the Reflextics. My wife sewed the basting around each cover to give them a finished look. Used industrial strength Velcro, attaching the fuzzy side to the window frame and the hook side to the Reflextics cover. I made sure that the covers slid up under the roll down shades for a custom look. They work extremely well for retaining heating/cooling and blocking the light. Originally made them before going to Alaska last year due to Summer Solstice (no darkness ). Better sleeping.

Great idea. Can you share any pictures?

[mayco]

Adding a second shore power cord dedicated to second air conditioner and electric heat. Hands down my favorite mod/addition. 1982 310Turbo Diesel motorhome.

[Dingo Girl]

The old bumper trunk on my 67 was beyond saving & the lid was gone. So I fashioned a new lid and perforated floor for the bumper trunk.
The lid stays closed with 4 earth magnets attached the aluminum lid with an awesome product called Sugru. I buck riveted the piece of aluminum angle on to stiffen up the lid.

[Cochese]

Looks very nice!

[Hans627]

Originally Posted by Dingo Girl

The old bumper trunk on my 67 was beyond saving & the lid was gone. So I fashioned a new lid and perforated floor for the bumper trunk.
The lid stays closed with 4 earth magnets attached the aluminum lid with an awesome product called Sugru. I buck riveted the piece of aluminum angle on to stiffen up the lid.
Attachment 290147

I agree. Looks great and like it was professionally done!

[Dingo Girl]

You folks are too kind!