Some stuff I've done - R-pod Owners Forum

Glad to see the addition of an area for us ex-Podders (and those who may have not yet owned). I know the idea has been thought about for some time.
I have a few mods that I can share. However, I can’t take pictures right now as the cover is still on the camper.
1.      I removed the entire factory dinette (benches and pedestal table) and made my own smaller version. Gaining just a few inches here and there makes a big difference in a small TT. The new seating has a more reclined (and much higher) back for comfort. The pedestals are gone and the new table is self-supporting. (Easier to clean the floor and no more banging my knees on them) Yet, as I write this, I think I have devised a plan to make it better, with an adjustable reclining back for even more comfortable seating. Of course, there is under-seat storage.
2.     Replaced the factory “scream’in demon” fan with a “Vortex” brand high volume fan.
3.     Ran a high current circuit for my ham radio and another for my inverter.
4.     Moved the “monitor panel” that indicates tank levels and turns on the water pump, water heater, etc.    (Lots of wires!) It was under the kitchen sink, inside of the cabinet, hidden from view and easy access.
5.     Made the “porch” light switchable from inside of the camper and changed to LED.
6.     Put a “master” power on/off switch on the Jensen stereo/DVD unit. The unit only has power (now) when I turn the master on. This saves power when dry camping and eliminates the “blue glow” at night.
7.     Switched out all of the factory bulbs with LEDs.
On the drawing board is a second 10-20 gal. fresh water tank. I grow weary of toting jugs of water and trying to pour and hold a funnel, at the same time, during extended stays. From the factory, my camper has a 39 gallon gray tank, a 22 gallon black tank but, only a 20 gallon fresh tank. It is cheaper and easier to add a second tank, as opposed to upsizing the factory tank (in my research, thus far).

Where will Dixie and I go next????

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techntrek Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9059	Topic: Some stuff I've done Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 1:57pm
	Hey David, long time no see! Need some pics on that dinette mod, I'm curious about the backrest. My wife and I both need extra support for the lower back and campers aren't good for that. Make sure your weights and balance will be ok with the extra water tank, especially if all of the tanks are at capacity.
	Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual

Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest Group	Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 12:29pm
	We don't take many showers without "jugging water" and reloading! The newer models seem to have much bigger fresh tanks. Thanks for the info!

furpod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Moderator Group - pHp Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128	Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 12:12pm
	Only a 20 gallon fresh tank? I guess Coleman owners don't shower much.. LOL. I don't know if they have tanks.. but a fresh tank is just a canteen, and easy to sanitize.. Try Colaw RV, got stuff from them when working on the Airstream..

Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest Group	Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 11:53am
	Glad to see the addition of an area for us ex-Podders (and those who may have not yet owned). I know the idea has been thought about for some time. I have a few mods that I can share. However, I can’t take pictures right now as the cover is still on the camper. 1. I removed the entire factory dinette (benches and pedestal table) and made my own smaller version. Gaining just a few inches here and there makes a big difference in a small TT. The new seating has a more reclined (and much higher) back for comfort. The pedestals are gone and the new table is self-supporting. (Easier to clean the floor and no more banging my knees on them) Yet, as I write this, I think I have devised a plan to make it better, with an adjustable reclining back for even more comfortable seating. Of course, there is under-seat storage. 2. Replaced the factory “scream’in demon” fan with a “Vortex” brand high volume fan. 3. Ran a high current circuit for my ham radio and another for my inverter. 4. Moved the “monitor panel” that indicates tank levels and turns on the water pump, water heater, etc. (Lots of wires!) It was under the kitchen sink, inside of the cabinet, hidden from view and easy access. 5. Made the “porch” light switchable from inside of the camper and changed to LED. 6. Put a “master” power on/off switch on the Jensen stereo/DVD unit. The unit only has power (now) when I turn the master on. This saves power when dry camping and eliminates the “blue glow” at night. 7. Switched out all of the factory bulbs with LEDs. On the drawing board is a second 10-20 gal. fresh water tank. I grow weary of toting jugs of water and trying to pour and hold a funnel, at the same time, during extended stays. From the factory, my camper has a 39 gallon gray tank, a 22 gallon black tank but, only a 20 gallon fresh tank. It is cheaper and easier to add a second tank, as opposed to upsizing the factory tank (in my research, thus far). Where will Dixie and I go next????