19 Camper Modifications - Gadget Geeks Rejoice
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- čas přidán 6. 07. 2024
- The beauty of these after-market camper mods is that they can work on MANY different rigs other than our Escapade Backcountry that we call, "Poe." Following is a run down of each camper change in the video with a link to jump to that part of the video, and product links.
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00:38 #1: Making the Jack Foot Replaceable
Sand foot for jack: amzn.to/2F0kvbM
Dual wheel for jack: amzn.to/2Txrm5q
00:51 #2: SAE Connector on the 12-volt battery for solar panel connecting.
SAE to Ring Terminal Harness: amzn.to/2uaFli7
00:58 #3: Aluminum toolbox with quick release latches.
Our video about customizing the toolbox: • Custom-Made Quick-Rele...
Aluminum Diamond Plate Storage/Tool Box with locking latch: amzn.to/2FZ3dwx
Zinc-plated Steel Latchs (part number: AC055) (pkg of 2): amzn.to/2WkKHnX
1:03 #4: Two 11-lb propane tanks and custom mounts
Our video on the customized propane tank mounts: • Making Custom 11-lb Pr...
XL Quick Fist Clamp for equipment up to 15" in diameter; pack of 2: amzn.to/2tbyDrD
Worthington 11-Pound steel propane tank (empty) on Amazon: amzn.to/2BwN8LB
Worthington 11-Pound steel propane tank (empty) at Home Depot: www.homedepot.com/p/Worthingt...
Camp Chef Fire Ring, 15" diameter: amzn.to/2HEXyg2
1:24 #5 & #6: ARB front and side wind/sun deflectors
ARB Front Windbreak 2500 (connects to ARB awning): amzn.to/2EYNkFj
ARB Side Windbreak 2100 (connects to ARB awning): amzn.to/2ELcPIP
1:36 #7: Magnetic Door Catches
Magnetic door catches: amzn.to/2ueqao4
Scotch Extreme Mounting Tape, 1" wide (used to stick the magnet door catches to the side of the camper): amzn.to/2Y3wCfq
2:12 #8: Door curtains and hangers
Stainless Steel hooks, self adhesive: amzn.to/2UKkiyU
2:40 #9: Interior SAE socket
SAE socket, quick connect panel mount: amzn.to/2Y03iq9
3:10 #10: Interlocking foam tile for floor insulation
Our video on installing the foam tile: • Interlocking Foam Tile...
Interlocking foam tile (24" squares, 1/2" thick): amzn.to/2u9jCr7
3:26 #11: Folding queen-size mattress
Folding Queen-Size Mattress (4" thick): amzn.to/2O99LdN
3:44 #12: Smoke and carbon monoxide detector
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm, battery operated: amzn.to/2FhGxqm
4:02 #13: 12-volt dimmable interior lights
(The day after shooting this video, the exact lights we purchased from Amazon were no longer available.)
These are VERY very close to the dimmable lights in the video: amzn.to/2UFULGX
These are THE lights that we put in the camper... Just in case they come in stock again: amzn.to/2Y3Y3G4
4:58 #14: Window curtains
Metal, Bronze finish Command hook, medium size: amzn.to/2TcdKqX
Curtain clip rings for up to 1" rod, dark bronze: amzn.to/2Y04JoN
5:36 #15: Reading lights (tilting, swiveling)
LED Swivel Puck Light (3-AAA batteries) on Amazon: amzn.to/2UEprs8
At Home Depot: www.homedepot.com/p/Westek-Sw...
6:16 #16: Mesh pockets
Mesh wall pockets, with velcro strips: amzn.to/2W4VD8k
coming... Outlet with 2 AC outlets and 4 USB ports: amzn.to/2CoURvg
6:53 #17: Exterior trailer reflectors
Small self-adhesive amber and red reflectors (set of 6 each color): amzn.to/2TGsBzh
Marine, stick-on, red reflector (3.125" x 1.5"): amzn.to/2UFeyGn
7:27 #18: Mount to hold/secure stabilizer jack crank handle
At Home Depot: www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-...
On Amazon (different manufacturer): amzn.to/2TeLYdj
8:11 #19: Cable to keep gear from falling off top shelf in galley
CamJam - 2 pack with 8' of paracord on Amazon: amzn.to/2TOwaDC
CamJam at Home Depot:
www.homedepot.com/p/Nite-Ize-...
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Thank you for putting description with the video. Really helps when I take snap shots of the video for later review!
You're welcome, S PACE. Thank you for letting us know that the descriptions are helpful. From seeing the topic minute-marks in the video descriptions done by others, we learned how helpful that can be as well.
Efficient and well thought out. I'm looking at a similar Galley / Storage layout and am struggling with where I want to locate my cooking kitchen. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much. Sending all manner of positive vibes your way for working out your galley and kitchen layout.
A very good choice of practical and useful modifications. I look forward to your first outing this year in the new trailer.
Thank you, Mr.Winger! Us too. We went on a little tiny outing to try out some stuff. Not sure we have enough footage to make a video of the outing itself.
Wow! Excellent mods for your teardrop! Such a thorough video. Happy camping! ~ Maria
Thanks for watching and the kind words. Happy travels to you as well.
These is a great video! We took our Escapade out for the first time this weekend. Your mods are giving us some great ideas for what we want to do as well. The holder for the jack crank handle is my favorite. I’ve been looking for a place to hang that thing. Keep up the videos!
Thank you, Jennifer. Bill gets all the credit for the jack handle storage! Before that, we always seemed to be moving it.because it was always in the way.
Great mods. Will be using some of them. Thanks
Thank you. Wonderful to hear. Happy to help.
Great video! Concise and to the point with some great ideas.
I have the same stabilizer jacks. I carry a cordless drill with a large bit on it. I can lower those jacks to the ground in 5 seconds. Save time and hassel and space!
Thank you. Yep, a cordless drill is a great idea.
Love the ideas, especially the Cam-Jam, which I’d never heard of until now. But our local store here in Australia sells them, so off to get some tomorrow.
Keep up the great videos.
Hi ya, ottoswinebar. Thanks for stopping by and the kind note. The Cam-Jam is new to us too. It has such a fun, memorable name. We needed a solution and were standing in the hardware store on the bungee cord aisle. We didn't really want a bungee cord for this purpose, but it's the closest thing we could think of. Browsing EVERY shelf, we hoped something would "jump out" at us and say, "I'm what you need." And lo and behold, it did! Pretty cool that they have them in beautiful Australia too.
Been looking for ideas and just found a bunch!! Thanks so much for this very detailed video. Happy Traveling!!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching. Happy trails.
Great mods. Thanks for the ideas.
Glad you like them! My pleasure.
Thank you for sharing all of these helpful tips. Also I would say the sound and tone of your voice is very peaceful and relax, if you will! It goes right along with the peaceful, relaxful state that people should be drawn to in the Camping World! :-)
You're welcome, Danny. Thank you for watching and for going sbove and beyond with the kind words about my voice. 🤗 I don't necessarily like it, but it's the only one I have. 😂
Nice video, good space-saving tips! Thanks.
Thank you. So glad it was helpful.
Wonderful video!!👏🏾👏🏾👍🏽
Thank you, kindly. 🤗
Very through explanation and great mods.
Thanks, Anthony!
Great mods. Thanks.
Thank you and you're welcome.
I admire your creativity and ingenuity with hints and suggestions. Great vision with improving the small details. Thank you for video. God bless you.
Thank you kindly, Gary. We appreciate it.
you made a brilliant modification thanks for sharing,
Aww, thank you and you're welcome.
All that I can say is VERY CREATIVE!!
Thank you kindly, r g!
Great additions to your camper!
Thank you.
Very helpful video, thanks. 😊
Yay, so glad. Thanks for watching.
I have watched this video several times and I never tire watching it. I love the updates that you have made for your camper and gets me excited for me to get one someday. Please keep making videos because I really enjoy them and I get a lot of good information and ideas for my camping trips.
Ahh. Thank you kindly. Hope you do get a camper and enjoy making it your own.
@@wobblyotteroutdoors thank you a yes I’m so looking forward to it camping all around the Minnesota lakes and parks up in beautiful Duluth.
Love the cam jam idea
That's one of our favs too. Nice and simple.
Very nice video. I don't know that camper. Looks like a runaway keep up the good work
Thank you, Wes.
Thats tha Bomb !!! I love it . I just mite have a trailer I could make one out of . I'm really digging this . Thanks for sharing
You're welcome, Terry. Glad you like it. Happy creating!
Great upgrades.
Thank you, Kathey.
Love your cabinet setup
Thank you.
Thank you for sharing. Liked and subscribed. Looking forward to your content
You're welcome. Thank you for watching and subscribing.
Cooooooooooooooooool
Like the reflectors.3m tape.great review😊
Thank you.
Impressive! Great ideas.
Awesome. Thank you.
Great mods!
Thank you M3!
Great ideas thanks for sharing
Thank you, Louis, and you're most welcome.
Good job on the accessories can’t have to many 🇺🇸
Thank you. I guess we can strive for "too many." 😉
Thanks! So handy!
You're welcome. Thank you for watching.
Nice job
Thanks!
Great video. Yr an Angel and yr man is a Hero.
Thank you kindly.
Pretty cool!
Thank you.
I'm in the fire alarm business. FYI: To be effective, a smoke detector must be mount 4" down from the ceiling, no greater than 12" or 4" away from the side wall. The area you have it mounted is a dead smoke space.
This is good to know. Thank you. Sounds like we need to revisit its placement.
Thank you for sharing your modifications. May I suggest that SAE connectors work, but our portable power system changed out all of ours this year to Anderson-style PowerPole connectors from Powerwerx. They offer better connectioins, higher amperage, and tethers to prevent loosening. The Powerwerx line of connectors, tools, guages and accessories are among the best for DIY'ers like us.
Great Gadgets ✅
Thank you.
I like it I have a 1972 camper and I seen stuff that will look grand. On mine I painted glow in the dark paint on the back end just in case I loose light at night
Love the glow in the dark paint idea!
😊 wobbly otter...
Satisfying words. Pretty cool 😸
Thank you.
Very nice little camper and creative ideas
Thank you so much.
@@wobblyotteroutdoors good to see the Texas plates on it too. Fellow Texan. I just got a Chinook RV I am going to renovate might use some of your inspiration, and those outlet plus usb ports ?
Well, hello fellow Texan. Congrats on the RV. Happy to hear you may use some of our ideas. Wishing you many wonderful adventures in your new rig.
I like the interlocking foams, the magnetic door stops, and folding mattress. They are great upgrades/modifications. I wish the manufacturer upgrades the door hinge to wind-resistant.
I question ALL RV monitoring gauge/reading accuracy (battery charging, water level, etc.); they are junk.
The floor is easily replaceable with aluminum when the plywood is rotted. They cheap out on the floor.
Increasing fuse amp is great to reduce the burnout; however, there is a small risk of fire hazard because if the electrical wire is small, not rated for higher fuse amp, it will get hot and will melt and cause fire.
I only run portable electric heater; it's safer and more efficient than propane heater.
CAN I PLEASE CLONE BILL AND SHIP 'HIM' HERE? You're both very handy people and it's a joy to see your videos.
Awwww. Thank you. We both appreciate the kind words.
Lots of great ideas! I like the first lights you showed - very nice!
Thank you much. Yes, those thin, dimmable lights are working out really well.
Thanks for sharing! I have no idea how you get down votes! That must be miss clicks because you are a very friendly presenter and what you do is always sensible!
You're welcome. Thank you much for watching. Sure do appreciate the kind, supportive words.
Where did you get the extra magnets you bought for the door latches. They were the perfect size to match the mounted door magnet. You do a perfect job on your video. Very to the point and great filming! I love that you get right to it and do not waste my time while filming neighbors or walking around.
It's a ceramic block magnet. It's been a while, but if memory serves we saw it at Home Depot by chance. They are also available at Lowe's and Amazon. Sure do appreciate your kind words about the video.
Insulate in the storage area for extra warmth
Thanks for the great video. I’m a new tear drop owner and have been reading about the possible issue of moisture/condensation. Do you have a problem with that since putting in your rubber matting? Also, do you have a dehumidifier? Love your videos, please keep them coming! Al
You're welcome, AL, and thank you for the kind words. We have not had a problem with condensation on the floor. There have been times when there has been condensation on the windows. The best way we have found to lessen condensation is with ventilation. We do not use a dehumidifier. We most often camp in more arid climates. Take care and happy travels.
Love the insulation padding. Does it seem to help or increase condensation issues? How do y'all battle water buildup inside the trailer, as experienced/reported by other trailer users. Thanks!
The foam tile helps with temperature/cold floor but not humidity level. We have found good ventilation to be the key to keep condensation under control.
Have you had any moisture issues under the foam tiles? We have the same issue with the cold coming from the underbelly of our teardrop as well and that looks like a great solution!
We have not had any issues with moisture under the tile or the mattress. We've learned that good ventilation helps keep inside moisture at bay too.
With the mats on the floor do you get any condensation underneath them? Also love the video.
We haven't experienced any condensation under the mats. So glad you love the video. Makes us happy! 🤗
Nice mods. Where's the power plug for the travel fridge, and are you thinking about installing a slide for it?
Thank you. Oh, to have a 12-volt fridge. That's a cooler (ice chest) in the video. We have discussed getting a 12-volt fridge and how to get power to it. That project is currently shelved. At least it's on the list. It will be interesting to see how it develops.
@@wobblyotteroutdoors well, I've subscribed, so I'll be watching the mods as they develop.
Thanks for doing this, it really helps those of us still in the planning stages!
Thank you kindly for subscribing! We enjoy sharing and helping.
Great Ideas!
Question about your running lights. ( In Texas) So I only need the bottom side marker lights ?Along with the tail lights of course.
So we can use reflectors in place of clearance lights? I've read and seen different variants.
I'm going most of your ideas. Thank you for sharing!
Hi David. Thank you for watching, and for the question. Clearance lights are not required on a trailer of the size we have because it is less than 80" wide. This reference covers the lighting requirements: www.dps.texas.gov/section/commercial-vehicle-enforcement/lighting-chart
@@wobblyotteroutdoors I went ahead and put some 3/4 button lights (After all the hours I put in on the fiberglass and topcoat it was hard to drill that first hole😅)
They look nice and they'll help with night set ups.
I'll post a short vid.
Thank you for your response!
Have a Happpy One!
Awesome! Ohhh I can imagine how hard it was to drill that first hole.
T Y and your Husband, great ideas
You're welcome, Bill B. Thank you for watching and for the kind words.
Nice video! I was very surprised that the manufacturer didn’t use DOT compliant taillights though. Seems silly to buy a camper that isn’t street legal when you pick it up (or have it delivered). Happy camping!
Thank you. The camper was made in Minnesota, and had all the legally required lights. We live in Texas where reflectors are also required. Happy camping to you too! 😊
cam-jam w/para cord that's new also never hve seen that 1 either. many,many ppl will want a bunch of those. Guy tying stuff in back of truck home made shelf had a fancy slip knot but this is for rest of us kiss simple fix.
I like cam-jam of great as a bungee but it is always the perfect size & u don't lose an eye, way safer.
Thanks for watching and the comments, James. 🤣 "...and won't lose an eye." We too were pretty excited when we discovered Cam-Jams.
How deep are your cabinets in the galley area? Do you wish you had a pass through?
The galley is 21.5" deep. We do have a pass through from the cabin to the top shelf of the galley, and are happy with that. We got the optional cabin cabinets, and those along with the cabin shelves provide plenty of interior storage.
There are pictures with measurements of the Backcountry, at the bottom of this page (valid for the camper we purchased as of 3/17/2019): www.escapadecampers.com/backcountry
Do the lights have a blue light in them all the time?
Hi, Matt. No, the little blue light is not on all the time. The first tap turns on the small blue light, which is sort of like a night light.
What product is available in place of the discounted Dometic Origo non pressurized alcohol stove...I miss this product
Roberto, I'm not finding any alternatives to suggest as a replacement for the Origo stoves. So many speak highly of it, especially for marine uses.
3min never heard of SAE connector more secure vs 12 volt lighter,that's a good 1.
3:20 kids play puzzel foam floor tiles for some insulation, another new good idea sure many ppl will use, Godly echo!!
Thanks for watching and the feedback. The foam floor tile is a top favorite of ours and our viewers. So easy to put in place and it has made a noticeable improvement.
You have no idea how I appreciate a camper storage/setup video that isn't amazon affiliated. I have to buy plenty of things from them as we are in very rural Wy right now but the affiliate links in every other video are just excessive and frankly, I'm sick of amazon. I like your method of showing what you bought but not recommending any one place to buy the items. Hence, a question. Those lights you have that have a number of different settings, what are they called? I really like those!
Thank you for watching and the comments. They are called RV/boat dimmable, 12-volt ceiling lights. Here is a link to the one we purchased (we bought it through Amazon) so that you can see it, as well as other suggested items related to it and reviews. amzn.to/2Qija7O It is our WOO affiliate link. Regardless of what is purchased after using one of our affilitate links, we may earn a small commission. It helps keep our channel going. We appreciate everyone who watches our videos, as well as those who find our product and informational links helpful.
If you haven’t already address this is, what do you use for your water needs and personal hygiene in the backcountry?
Hello Phil. We use WaterBricks to store/carry water. Each container holds 3.5 gallons. We usually take 3 with us. Here's a picture of where the WaterBricks ride in Poe on our trips: instagram.com/p/BxQbkcDhky6/?
For hygiene we setup the Browning privacy shelter and use a Helio pressure shower. We absolutely LOVE the privacy shelter. It fits our needs so well. Links are below...
VIDEOS
Water Storage video: czcams.com/video/BCb1KJWkB9o/video.html
Privacy Shelter review: czcams.com/video/SYS3SRycrnw/video.html
Helio Pressure Shower review: czcams.com/video/ahksOAckB_U/video.html
PRODUCT LINKS
WaterBrick, single: amzn.to/2K68ZOM
Browning Privacy Shelter: amzn.to/2MdLRRc
Helio pressure shower (the one we just wore out - after 3 years): amzn.to/2YMBmFP
LX Helio pressure shower (the one we just ordered as a replacement): amzn.to/2HAKLum
Spigot for WaterBrick: amzn.to/2YRKmcH
00:43 More cutting lubricant! all that smoke is hard to watch! Love all the mods, some great ideas.
🤣 We didn't have any cutting oil, so we used 30-weight motor oil... thus the smoke. Kinda dramatic looking isn't it? Thank you for reminding us. Cutting oil will be in the shop soon.
the dual smoke & carbon detectors not good choice bc 1 rises ceiling mount & 1 is heavier than air & sinks, but better than not hving them & tiny short ceiling camper so fine in this case.
Thanks for the info about the different layers of each type of danger. We appreciate too that those layers are compressed in the tiny campers short air space - and prefer to have some warning system. We mostly have it to help warn about carbon monoxide.
What brand of trailer is this?
An Escapade. escapadecampers.com/
@@wobblyotteroutdoors Thank you.
Hey everone
Hey, Jericho.
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