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Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-26-2020, 02:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,203
Posted By thutchis
My total parts cost comes out at $372.17. As far...

My total parts cost comes out at $372.17. As far as labor cost, the entire project was a DIY and I spent hours researching everything to make it work. If I was to install another one, it would take...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-25-2020, 11:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,203
Posted By thutchis
So I have finished the install and I am very...

So I have finished the install and I am very pleased with the outcome. I'll document it here so hopefully someone else can follow along.

The ATOTO A6 Pro...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-19-2020, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,203
Posted By thutchis
That's interesting, the hazard lights turn on the...

That's interesting, the hazard lights turn on the backup camera? I'll have to try it and see if that works. I am a geek, so adding a dedicated switch to activate the camera sounds like a fun...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-19-2020, 07:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,203
Posted By thutchis
I called the maker of the multi-camera controller...

I called the maker of the multi-camera controller this morning. Good news for me, the controller does indeed power the cameras. So all I need to do is put in a switch and a "towing diode" to the...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-18-2020, 10:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,203
Posted By thutchis
Radio Upgrade and Backup Camera

Will it finally happened to my 2015 Windsport 27K, the POS Jensen JRV-212 radio went Tango Uniform. So it was an easy decision to replace it with an Android Head unit. I chose the ATOTO A6Y2721PR...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 12-29-2018, 04:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
Again, sorry for the late response. The lights...

Again, sorry for the late response. The lights you are looking at should work great. You want surface mount on the ceiling, no depth of space for flush mount lights. I recommend a dimmer, the LED...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 12-29-2018, 04:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
Sorry I haven't replied sooner, just discovered...

Sorry I haven't replied sooner, just discovered your post. Thanks for your kind comments. I don't have any specific recommendations for you. Any book or Internet source that covers basic automotive...
Forum: DRV Luxury Suites 07-15-2018, 06:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,599
Posted By thutchis
Pro tip. Don't use the DW's toothbrush. For some...

Pro tip. Don't use the DW's toothbrush. For some reason they don't like it. [emoji16]
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-13-2018, 03:18 PM
Replies: 5,420
Views: 1,209,632
Posted By thutchis
I have a 27K and the right switch controls the...

I have a 27K and the right switch controls the LED strip light on the awning roller. You can't see it until the awning is deployed.

I labeled my switches during my lighting upgrade. I have a...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-12-2018, 03:59 PM
Replies: 5,420
Views: 1,209,632
Posted By thutchis
I added a low pressure propane connection to the...

I added a low pressure propane connection to the passenger side of the MH. I thought I had documented it on here, but couldn't find it. It works very nice and is pretty simple. PM me if you would...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 05-08-2018, 05:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,530
Posted By thutchis
The Best Solution I Could Come Up With

After much contemplation I came up with the following technique I think worked out pretty well.

After removing the ugly light I used a razor blade scraper (like for paint, or scraping bugs off the...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-08-2018, 05:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
Phase2: Stairwell

Last part of the passenger side was the stairwell. As I am sure everyone has noticed what a black hole the stairwell can be. Especially when entering the motorhome at night.

I found this motion...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-05-2018, 03:46 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,810
Posted By thutchis
Use the attachment icon to upload your image. ...

Use the attachment icon to upload your image. Then the same icon to pick it from the list of uploaded pictures.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-03-2018, 03:11 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,810
Posted By thutchis
I really love what you did with the recliner...

I really love what you did with the recliner installation. I want to do the same with our 27K. But my biggest concern is losing the table. We don't eat at it that much, but since we both like...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-02-2018, 04:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
Phase2: Wall Slide Strip Light

When Planning the lighting upgrades I noticed when the "decorative wood picture frame" on the full wall slide on our Windsport 27K had a bit of a lip along the top behind the wood frame. About 3/4"...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-02-2018, 03:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
Phase2: Kitchen Sink Light

Now that I have completed the driver's side of the living space lighting, time to move over to the other side which is the kitchen area in the full wall slide.

First upgrade was the kitchen sink...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-30-2018, 03:03 PM
Replies: 5,420
Views: 1,209,632
Posted By thutchis
Flux capacitor?

Flux capacitor?
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-26-2018, 02:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
99dart:

Thank you. Almost all the interior lights will be dim able when I get done. It really helps make the living area a lot more pleasant to spend time in.

:tent5:
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-25-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
Phase 1: Dinette Window Valance Strip Light

I had read a post by gmc about putting a LED strip light behind the window valance here: Thor Forums - View Single Post - Dimming LED interior lights 2016 Vegas...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-25-2018, 08:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,954
Posted By thutchis
Thumbs up Very nice and inexpensive too. Well done.

Very nice and inexpensive too. Well done.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-23-2018, 09:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
Phase 1: Reading/Map Light

Behind the drivers head, mounted on the end of the overhead dinette cabinet was another "ugly light". I guess the purpose is to give the drivers seat a reading light when turned toward the interior...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-23-2018, 09:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,417
Posted By thutchis
Phase 1: Dinette Lighting

The cabinet over our dinette had an "ugly light" mounted underneath in the center. Some folks on here have replaced it with a nicer looking fixture like DCBenny...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 04-23-2018, 08:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,644
Posted By thutchis
Success

So this weekend I decided to finally tackle removing the tall slide-out pantry for my wiring project. I blocked up the end of the pantry when it was completely extended. I had obtained a little...
Forum: Maintenance and Repair 04-22-2018, 03:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,120
Posted By thutchis
Remember, a voltage reading under no load doesn't...

Remember, a voltage reading under no load doesn't tell you much. A circuit can read 13+ volts, but drop significantly when a load like a hydraulic motor is applied.
Forum: Thor RV Lifestyle 04-20-2018, 02:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,553
Posted By thutchis
You could take the existing table legs to a...

You could take the existing table legs to a machine shop and have them cut in two, shortened and tig welded back together. Probably cost less than $100.

Tom
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