Another thread got me to thinking about listing the projects I have done (so far) on my coach. So far, they are:
Projects completed:
- Upgrading Interior Lighting to LEDs.
- Installing an Oxygenics shower head.
- Installing a Range cover.
- Screen Door cross bar.
- Weather station (non-complicated one).
- Video cabinet upgrade.
- Storage space under the dinette.
- Adding storage space under sink.
- Overhead console in the cab.
- Combo USB/120VAC Outlet.
- Extend-a-stay propane manifold.
- Siphon 360 vent.
- Storage locker finger pulls.
- TPMS system.
- Garmin RV760LMT GPS Navigation system.
- Cargo Tiedowns.
- Installing an Air Compressor.
- Setting up a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am for towing.
- Upgrading a Winegard antenna to Jack OA8000.
- Wheel Bling.
- Vent covers.
- Harbor Freight Aluminum Flagpole (mounts to the ladder).
Repairs completed:
- Repairing crack in dinette table.
- Repairing slide out switch.
- Leaking tail lights.
Not too bad of a list of completed projects since this is the first year we owned the coach, and have put 3,500 miles on it with 50 camping nights since mid-May. So it's not like I have been doing projects in lieu of actually using the coach. In fact, a few of the projects were done while camping.
Projects in work:
- E450 upper console panel (for RViBrake Controller mounting).
- Clock in E450 cab.
- Temperature monitor in E450 cab.
Projects planned (or wishful thinking):
- Sway Bars.
- Hydraulic Levelers.
- Upgrade Stereo.
- Right/Left cameras.
- Holding Tank flush.
- Stereo power transfer switch (from vehicle to house battery).
- Additional 120VAC outlets.
- Generator Transfer Switch.
- Air Tabs.
- Headboard in rear bedroom.
- Woodgrain dash.
- Replacing the lumpy couch.
Perhaps this will give you an idea or two about projects you might like to do. One thing though, you can spend money doing these things that might not increase the value of your coach when you sell it, so be careful not to go overboard.
Major items, such as hydraulic levelers should increase the value of the coach, but the less expensive items won't - especially if you do a sloppy job.
Items such as the holding tank flush - while not adding any particular value, certainly falls within the "more liveable environment" category.
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