Black95
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I had some problem with the water bag falling off the picnic table seat where we like to place it because it would tend to roll with water in it. (reference: http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseac........d/28113784/gotomsg/29037356.cfm#29037356 ) I solved the problem by building a plywood platform with a plastic edge on it (from surplus pieces of white bathroom wallboard).
![[image]](https://i.imgur.com/gzwJO43l.jpg)
I used the bottom of the bag as a pattern so it would fit. Then I flattened the front edge for faucet functionality.![[image]](https://i.imgur.com/1jjNntWl.jpg)
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In addition to the little tray I added to one of the window sills in the van (http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseac........d/28113784/gotomsg/29274082.cfm#29274082) I also added another similar try to the top of my sink edging.
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I used a piece of paneling edge trim to hold it in place on the edge of my van sink. I mounted the paneling edge trim with some 3M body molding tape from my local auto supply store. It turned out to be very handy and easily removable. My wife thinks it is the cat's meow! It makes a great place to store the TV remote, pens, and other needed items.
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Most of the modifications I make now are more like fine tuning my van as we are using it now. Every once in awhile I find something new that helps make life easier in our van. This is one of those. I had my dash cam connected through a 12 volt adapter, but this new adapter lets me plug my dash cam directly into a USB port type charger. One less adapter to mess with. I hid the dash cam cord behind the trim around the windshield and under the trim on the front of the door opening trim to keep it out of sight.
![[image]](https://i.imgur.com/EH3KYzvl.jpg)
Another accessory plug that I have added under the dash on the passenger side.
![[image]](https://i.imgur.com/LAjMdjMl.jpg)
When mechanics work on my van's engine they have to remove the console and the "doghouse." I added a quick disconnect plug to the wires supplying voltage to the accessory plugs so the mechanic can quickly disconnect them without having to cut wires. The white plug can be easily seen in this shot but I normally have it behind the trim out of sight.
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goreds2
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Nice jobs.
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I have a 1989 Dodge XPLORER RV Class B - Purchased 10/15/10 IN CASH
Fiance' purchased a Class C 2002 Dynamax Carri-go on 5/1/15 IN CASH
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Black95
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This week's improvement to my camper van was a very minor item, but one that my wife really likes. I added a Post-It note holder to her side of the center console. Very minor item, but she really likes having them that handy and it even has a pen holder.
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Deb and Ed M
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Black'95 wrote:This week's improvement to my camper van was a very minor item, but one that my wife really likes. I added a Post-It note holder to her side of the center console. Very minor item, but she really likes having them that handy and it even has a pen holder.
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Great idea! I usually have a small notebook handy, because I get some of my best ideas while on long drives; but at my age, if I don't write them down, they're gone by the time I get to our destination.....LOL!!
I also make notes about pictures I take or someplace/something I want to research on the computer once we get stopped.
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drsolo
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It is easier to dictate notes into my smartphone.
Ingrid and Dan Retired teachers from Milwaukee, WI
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Black95
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The latest little addition to my camper van was a set of levels to let me know how level the camp pad is and where to use my leveling blocks. The front-to-back level was placed on the door.
![[image]](https://i.imgur.com/OKnq5Shl.jpg)
The side-to-side level was placed on the flat region below my steering wheel. It does not interfere with the tilting feature of the steering wheel.
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These levels are not a big deal addition but they sure help when I reach a campsite that is not completely level. Like I mentioned before, my van is basically done and now I am just making minor changes and improvements. They were both mounted with 3M body molding tape.
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drsolo
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My next "B"
A HOBBITVAN
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Deb and Ed M
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Black'95 wrote:The latest little addition to my camper van was a set of levels to let me know how level the camp pad is and where to use my leveling blocks. The front-to-back level was placed on the door.
The side-to-side level was placed on the flat region below my steering wheel. It does not interfere with the tilting feature of the steering wheel.
These levels are not a big deal addition but they sure help when I reach a campsite that is not completely level. Like I mentioned before, my van is basically done and now I am just making minor changes and improvements. They were both mounted with 3M body molding tape.
Hmmm... I just looked a photo of a Transit dashboard and NOTHING is flat or level - but I'll bet the cupholders are? Maybe I could mount a circular "level" indicator on the bottom of a tin can.... adding it to my to-do list :-)
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