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    Posted: 25 May 2011 at 1:01am
Plastic back splash beside the stove
 
Clock mounted to be visible from the rDome.  Used velcro Command strips.
For privacy when travelling with friends, we used a spring-loaded bathroom cutain rod and a cut-down shower curtain.  Bette sewed a (loose) rod pocket to eliminate  the groumets.
Command hook next to door for the dog's leash and two Command hooks to hold a coat/hat rack on the wall above the switches for the slider, heater, etc. Since this picture we mounted a cut down over-the-door shoe organizer below the switches.
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Mirror (48") on the outside of the bathroom door
 
A paper towel holder mounted with molly fasteners (a.k.a. hollow door anchors) and a Command hook to hang the sink cover which doubles as a splash guard.
 
3 compartment dispenser (soap, shampoo, conditioner) in corner of shower.
 
 
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in our 177 "The Gastropod"
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 I have done the following Mods to our Model 177
1. Replace front jack with a folding one with that has a wheel
2. Added cabinet stay to the door of the cabinet which is over the stove and sink.
3. cut finger hole in lid of dinette seat storage compartment and added cabinet stay so that the  lid will stay open by itself.
4. Moved the legs of dinette table back 71/2 " so that it will fit closer to wall.
5. added hinge to lid of dinette seat where converter is located and added divider to seperate  
    wiring from storage side also cut finger hole in lid.
6. Added 3" memory foam topper to bed.
7. Added stand alone 2 step enterance step.
8. Added 2 type 24 12Vdc batteries in parallel
 
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Among other things, installed a safety handle in the BR to make it easier to get up off the toi!
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Ok so It's not total a skylight but pretty close to one.  I pulled off the cover on our Fantastic Fan and replaced it with a clear unit.  Lets in so much more light now!  It is very easy to install as it took more time to get the ladder than it did to unscrew the 4 screws holding it on and replacing the cover.

Part number is - Dome Kit - Clear K1020-00
from the  catalog http://www.fantasticvent.com/faq/knowledge_base/manuals/manuals_assests/OEM%20cat.pdf

Just go to the website for the phone number www.fantasticvent.com/where_buy/where_to_buy.html

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When we ordered our r-pod the first thing I had the dealer do was to remove the single tank holder and install the Dual Tank Holder.  We also changed over the gas regulator so both tanks are fastened at all times.  I went with a manual switch over regulator so I know when the one tank is empty and needs to be refilled.

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The very first time I opened the door of my camper the shower access panel just jumped out at me.  I hated it!  The edges were unfinished wood and gave me splinters several times reaching in to turn on the light.  Managed to get another pocket like what is back in the bed and hung the pocket.  Looks way nicer now!

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Pulled out the Blinds and installed Curtains

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Replaced the mattress to a futon.  Sleeps so much better

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Under Bed Storage use laundry baskets and a tub.

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I plan on replacing the fenders on my Pod.  There are basically 2 reasons.

1.  I am going to add new rims and larger tires.

2.  I am going to add some type of bracket for attaching a gas grille to the fender.

Pictured is what I plan on getting.  It's called the Jeep Style fender.  It's made of diamond plate aluminum.  The top piece is 22" across.  The width is 10".  So the grille would be 10" from the Pod.  That should be enough distance to not be a worry about over heating the fiberglass.

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg51/Fulltimer_KJ/JeepFender.gif

I'm not sure when I'll do this mod but it will be done.  Another added benefit is the top of the fender would be a good spot to set a "cold one".LOL

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