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Topic: Mods: dinette seating, pedestal table
Posted By: Luv2Q
Subject: Mods: dinette seating, pedestal table
Date Posted: 05 Dec 2014 at 10:26pm
Finally, have gotten a couple of mods done that I can share:

Dinette seating:  I wasn't too keen on the light ply under the cushions, so replaced it with some 1/2" ply sealed with polyurethane.  Added piano hinges so everything stays where it should.  Curb side is shown but I did the mod to both sides.


Table:  I think the folding mechanism is cumbersome at best, plus felt like seating would be a little more convenient if the table were cut down.  I.e., easier for me to get in/out of the dinette seat.  So, first, cut off 6".  Then replaced the folding legs with a pedestal and used a nifty wall mount to keep it stable when it's being used.  When it's going to be made into a bed for the Little Girl (my granddaughter), just lift the table up off the pedestal & wall mount and place it on its rails as per usual.  Though the table is shorter, it should still be adequate sleeping spac for one person. Or two if they're real friendly. Big smile

Table in the normal position:



Table in the "bed" position:


Killawat:
TechnTrek has me convinced this is a good idea.  I still want one of those high-dollar surge digital surge protectors that plugs into the pedestal, but this sure beats not knowing & just hoping for the best.
Edit:  This obviously isn't a "mod"; just a cool gadget I thought was worth mentioning. Smile


Other mods:
1. Had a matching second battery installed at purchase.
2. Replaced the mattress.
3. Installed a Sanitube from D&W Inc for the sewer hose.  Thinking of a second one for fishing rods.
4. Battery cut-off switch.  Haven't installed it yet, though.  I'm waffling  between it and a heavy duty pull-apart connector.  (Like the Anderson connectors).  Any opinions one way or the other?

Next up:  (1) A Roth & Allen shelf from Lowe's that several of you have done.  (2) Probably need to do a cooktop cover, too. (3) Oxygenics shower head sounds like a good idea.



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John & Teri
Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180
E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3



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Posted By: Podster
Date Posted: 05 Dec 2014 at 10:38pm
Professional, clean mods. The table mod is going to save you sooooo much aggravation.

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Cliff & Raelynn
Ranger 4.0/178
(1/2 ton 5,800lb tow capacity)


Posted By: Luv2Q
Date Posted: 06 Dec 2014 at 12:18am
Thanks, Cliff.  On less aggravation, sure hope so.  That folding contraption & my size 12s didn't get along all that well. Tongue

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John & Teri
Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180
E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3


Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 06 Dec 2014 at 12:37am
Very well done stuff there.  Oh and the fancy surge protectors are super cool and nice!

LOL


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Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 06 Dec 2014 at 7:25pm
"Battery cut-off switch.  Haven't installed it yet, though.  I'm waffling  between it and a heavy duty pull-apart connector.  (Like the Anderson connectors).  Any opinions one way or the other?"

I just added a 30 amp weather proof fuse.  Anderson would work well though.


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Posted By: wildfire305
Date Posted: 16 Dec 2014 at 1:43pm
I did the Anderson connection for 6ga wire and soldered it. I like to take my battery inside in the winter. Makes it a little easier. I can also see from a distance if I remembered to disconnect the battery after a trip.

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2005 Dodge Durango 4.7 V8
OLD Tow Vehicle 2004 Honda Odyssey
2015 RP179 "73b"
OLD 2005 Viking Saga 2480ST popup


Posted By: headcold
Date Posted: 20 Dec 2014 at 3:29pm
"Oxygenics shower head sounds like a good idea."

The head works great; but the hose fittings are plastic, and the one that fits on shower head shattered last October upon hand tightening, forcing me to put it back together with Gorilla Glue and Gorilla Tape.  A few minutes ago, I pulled it out of the sleeping Pod and will run down to Lowes to see if I can find something with metal fittings.



Posted By: Luv2Q
Date Posted: 20 Dec 2014 at 7:48pm
Headcold, any luck finding metal fittings?  Or a stronger plastic connection?

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John & Teri
Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180
E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3


Posted By: headcold
Date Posted: 20 Dec 2014 at 9:33pm
I'm going to Lowe's tomorrow.  They have a whole shelf of replacement shower hoses and fittings.  I'll let you know what I find and post a picture if possible.


Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 21 Dec 2014 at 8:04am
The Oxygenics Spa shower head is great, but be sure to also get a true metal (not plastic with fake metal) spiral wrapped hose and add a brass shutoff. These are available at Lowe's . Problem solved. 

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Charlie
Northern Colorado
OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD
PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD


Posted By: headcold
Date Posted: 22 Dec 2014 at 1:55pm
Yesterday, as promised, I went to Lowes and purchased an AquaSource stainless steel shower hose (#001115), which is a stainless steel hose, unlike the Oxygenics hose. I fitted it to the Pod shower outlet.  I'll see how it works when it becomes warm enough around here (May) to dewinterize it.


Posted By: Luv2Q
Date Posted: 22 Dec 2014 at 10:33pm
Headcold & CharlieM, thanks for the info/updates on the Oxygenics.  I hadn't considered using a brass shutoff but it sure makes sense.  Every little bit of info helps!

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John & Teri
Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180
E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3


Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 23 Dec 2014 at 9:32am
Originally posted by Luv2Q

Headcold & CharlieM, thanks for the info/updates on the Oxygenics.  I hadn't considered using a brass shutoff but it sure makes sense.  Every little bit of info helps!


Put the Danco brass shutoff right at the faucet assembly and attach the hose to it. The shutoff on the Oxygenics is impossible to operate with one hand. Remove and junk it.


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Charlie
Northern Colorado
OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD
PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD


Posted By: headcold
Date Posted: 23 Dec 2014 at 1:13pm
Thanks Charlie.  I notice that, on Amazon and Home Depot, there are several Danco shower shutoff designs, some attach to the shower water outlet and then to the hose and one - a button operated device like the original Oxygenics off/on value..  Do you have a Danco part number that might guide my choice .... or a picture of how you attach the shutoff to the faucet assembly?  Thanks for your advice.  I too struggle with sitting the darn shower head off when bathing in the pod's cramped shower "stall."


Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 23 Dec 2014 at 4:32pm
Originally posted by headcold



Do you have a Danco part number that might guide my choice .... or a picture of how you attach the shutoff to the faucet assembly? 


It looks like this in my Camplite. The Pod is a little different, but it fits. As I recall the fitting is down toward the sink in the Pod.



And can be bought here: http://www.amazon.com/Danco-89171-Shut-Off-Shower-Chrome/dp/B000JFNPJE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1419369536&sr=8-1&keywords=danco+shut+off+valve - http://www.amazon.com/Danco-89171-Shut-Off-Shower-Chrome/dp/B000JFNPJE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1419369536&sr=8-1&keywords=danco+shut+off+valve

or at Lowes/HD/Ace. I prefer this to the on/off type because you can regulate the flow to your likes.



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Charlie
Northern Colorado
OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD
PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD



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