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Old 01-05-2018, 03:49 PM   #1
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2015 Bullet Supreme 26RBPR mods

We purchased a 2015 Bullet Supreme 26RBPR this past October, just to drive it to storage. Well we did have it for two weeks in the driveway before dropping it off, but didn't had the chance to use it. I was able to do some of the small adjustments, repairs and mods in those two weeks, but I have a busy few weeks of mods to do when we pick it up. My DW and I have been really busy buying everything for the list.

I have learned a lot from others on this and other forums and look forward to learning more from you guys!

My DW is still laughing at me. I told her when we bought this trailer, that is was perfect and that we didn't need to do anything to it!

Here is a list of projects we plan on doing;

Install key hooks by entrance door (done)
Install Oxygenics shower head (done)
Install pin lock on Emergency Windows (done)
Install door stop for bathroom door (done)
Install larger fire extinguisher by entrance door and move smaller one to bedroom (done)
Replace ivory outlets for black ones (done)
Buy power jack head cover (purchased)
Remove ugly warning stickers from range hood (done)
Replace bathroom ivory GFI outlet for black one (purchased)
Install towel racks in bathroom (purchased)
Add second light to basement (driver side) (purchased)
Add valve to fresh water drain (purchased)
Add drain valves to Hot / Cold Low Points (purchased)
Mount bike racks to underside of dinette (purchased)
Install insect screens on furnace vent (purchased)
Install insect screens on refrigerator vents (purchased)
Install screen door grab bar (purchased)
Install LP Tank Gauges (purchased)
Install Level Mate (purchased)
Add support props for under bed storage (purchased)
Add support props to cabinet doors over the couch (purchased)
Install Roller Balls on kitchen slide to protect awning (purchased)
Buy accumulator tank, pump filter, and winterizing kit to water pump (purchased)
Remove attached 30a cord and mouse hole to install twist lock power outlet (purchased)
Carpet entry steps (purchased)
Rotate power jack head 90 degrees for tailgate clearance
Install bathroom, kitchen, and bedroom vent covers (purchased)
Install shelf liners to keep things from rolling around (purchased)
Install LED closet lighting (purchased)
Check AC ductwork to see if the runs go beyond vents (repair if needed)
Install Back Up/Observation camera system (purchased)
Install robe hooks at bedroom entrance (purchased)
Install longer battery positive cable (cover doesn’t close properly)
Install shelves in both bedroom closets
Replace AC ceiling vents with adjustable ones
Install glides for pull-out trash can
Install battery disconnect switch
Add second battery
Install reading lights above sofa in slide-out
Install separate switch for step light (now connected to awning light switch)
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Old 01-06-2018, 05:40 AM   #2
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Now that's one heck of a to-do list!! Good luck and enjoy your new camper!
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Old 01-06-2018, 05:45 AM   #3
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Wow. Just wow. I hope you take some time to get her out and use her for a few nights. Enjoy your new trailer. It sounds like you are!

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Old 01-06-2018, 01:14 PM   #4
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I didn't see what I would recommend as the 2 most important items to add to your list, #1 surge protector/EMS either hard wired or portable & #2 a real water pressure regulator (not the "restrictor" they may have given you when you purchased the rv) preferably with a gauge to attach to the spigot not the rv.
IMHO #1 should be mandatory for ALL rvs, too many electronic gizmos in these rvs today to not use one, it's cheap insurance.
Both of these should be used EVERY time you hook up, even if hooked at your home, not just when you think you'll need them.
This is from my/our experiences in last 10 years fulltiming.
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Old 01-06-2018, 01:59 PM   #5
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I didn't see what I would recommend as the 2 most important items to add to your list, #1 surge protector/EMS either hard wired or portable & #2 a real water pressure regulator (not the "restrictor" they may have given you when you purchased the rv) preferably with a gauge to attach to the spigot not the rv.
IMHO #1 should be mandatory for ALL rvs, too many electronic gizmos in these rvs today to not use one, it's cheap insurance.
Both of these should be used EVERY time you hook up, even if hooked at your home, not just when you think you'll need them.
This is from my/our experiences in last 10 years fulltiming.
I totally agree! We have them from our previous trailer, so they didn't make the list of things to do.
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Old 01-06-2018, 02:15 PM   #6
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Bug strucken you are! I had the same motivation 2 years ago after buying my Bullet new. After 2 seasons of enjoyment, I'm still trying to find things to mod.

A couple of suggestions:

Take advantage of 3M's Command line of hooks and velcro strips for all your attachment needs. Outside of hollow wall anchors for a TP holder and 2 towel racks in the bathroom, everything else is secured via a Command product.

Secondly, I replaced my AC ceiling vents with these from Amazon. The adjustable louvers do a good job equalizing/balancing temps throughout the 3 rooms in my 35 foot coach. Easy swap out as they just snap in place.

You might want to consider running a LED light strip across your passthrough instead of a single LED light. Very easy install as I just tapped into the existing power supply for the OEM light. Take a look here. It really brightens up the storage area.

Have fun modding and personalizing your coach.
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Old 01-06-2018, 02:26 PM   #7
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Two of the most important 4 mods (in my opinion) have not been included on your most extensive list. Along with the EMS/surge protector and a quality water pressure regulator, you should consider replacing your "Chinese may pops" for quality tires from Maxxis, Carlisle or Goodyear (Endurance, not Marathon). While you're replacing the tires, I'd urge you to consider a wet bolt kit/heavy duty shackles for your suspension.

It's all good to mod the interior to make it more comfortable and to mod the exterior to make it more convenient, but consider these 4 mods as safety related and essential for reliable, safe towing "for the long haul".....

As a "side note" since your trailer is a 2015, chances are the OEM tires are at or very near their "age limit".
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Old 01-07-2018, 01:34 AM   #8
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Bug strucken you are! I had the same motivation 2 years ago after buying my Bullet new. After 2 seasons of enjoyment, I'm still trying to find things to mod.

A couple of suggestions:

Take advantage of 3M's Command line of hooks and velcro strips for all your attachment needs. Outside of hollow wall anchors for a TP holder and 2 towel racks in the bathroom, everything else is secured via a Command product.

Secondly, I replaced my AC ceiling vents with these from Amazon. The adjustable louvers do a good job equalizing/balancing temps throughout the 3 rooms in my 35 foot coach. Easy swap out as they just snap in place.

You might want to consider running a LED light strip across your passthrough instead of a single LED light. Very easy install as I just tapped into the existing power supply for the OEM light. Take a look here. It really brightens up the storage area.

Have fun modding and personalizing your coach.
We love Command Strips and use them all the time!

Those are the vents we want to install. I'm glad to hear they are easy to install.

Your passthrough looks great! I do have an LED light fixture already for the install, but I just might go the LED strip route.
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Old 01-07-2018, 01:35 AM   #9
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Two of the most important 4 mods (in my opinion) have not been included on your most extensive list. Along with the EMS/surge protector and a quality water pressure regulator, you should consider replacing your "Chinese may pops" for quality tires from Maxxis, Carlisle or Goodyear (Endurance, not Marathon). While you're replacing the tires, I'd urge you to consider a wet bolt kit/heavy duty shackles for your suspension.

It's all good to mod the interior to make it more comfortable and to mod the exterior to make it more convenient, but consider these 4 mods as safety related and essential for reliable, safe towing "for the long haul".....

As a "side note" since your trailer is a 2015, chances are the OEM tires are at or very near their "age limit".
Very good recommendations, Thank You!
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Old 03-12-2018, 06:55 AM   #10
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Just called the dealer and scheduled to pick it up from storage on Thursday.

Let the mods begin!
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Install pin lock on Emergency Windows (done)
What did you use here?

Add valve to fresh water drain (purchased)
For the Tank itself?

Install insect screens on furnace vent (purchased)
Install insect screens on refrigerator vents (purchased)
What did you purchase for this?

Install LP Tank Gauges (purchased)
remote or just something under the cover?

Install Roller Balls on kitchen slide to protect awning (purchased)
I see mine rubbing.... courios what you will do

Rotate power jack head 90 degrees for tailgate clearance
Interesting.... Will have to check on that..
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Install pin lock on Emergency Windows (done)
What did you use here?
I didn't like how the window arm that holds it open doesn't lock and can just be pulled (either by a person or wind) completely through the frame. So I drilled a small hole in the end of the arm and installed a spring clip so it can't be opened more than the clip. I thought I had a picture of it, but I can't find it. I will try to post a picture of it this weekend.

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Add valve to fresh water drain [COLOR=red (purchased)[/COLOR]
For the Tank itself?


No, I removed the cap from the low point drain and screwed on a PVC valve. Easy draining!

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Install insect screens on furnace vent (purchased)[/COLOR]
Install insect screens on refrigerator vents (purchased)
What did you purchase for this?
Camco makes insect screens to just about every appliance opening on a trailer. Here is an example to what I bought, but your needs might be different.

Furnace Output:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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[/COLOR]Install LP Tank Gauges (purchased)
remote or just something under the cover?
I am installing the AP Products LP Tank Check. I can check the levels form my iPhone. The under the cover ones are not accurate.

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[/COLOR]Install Roller Balls on kitchen slide to protect awning (purchased)
I see mine rubbing.... courios what you will do
When we purchased our trailer, there was already a small hole punctured through the awning, so I bought these to install on both corners.
https://www.amazon.com/Camco-42005-A...70_&dpSrc=srch

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[/COLOR] Rotate power jack head 90 degrees for tailgate clearance
Interesting.... Will have to check on that..
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Old 03-18-2018, 02:30 AM   #13
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Even though we still have snow on the ground, we decided to pick her up from storage yesterday and start working on our list of mods. My wife has lost me to the other woman for awhile.....

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Old 03-18-2018, 08:20 AM   #14
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Wow, you are ambitious with that much snow around still. Can't wait to see pics of this years mods. We can't get our Bullet out of the storage facility until mid-April (their policy).

Mods planned for spring are:

Replace Trailer Kings with Goodyear Endurance (tires sitting here)
Install BAL 28218 underbelly spare tire carrier (sitting here waiting for install)
Replace steel spare wheel with matching aluminum wheel (ordering this week)
Replace low plastic faucet with decent, taller faucet (haven't decided on new one yet)

Will probably come up with a few more before camping starts.
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Wow, you are ambitious with that much snow around still. Can't wait to see pics of this years mods. We can't get our Bullet out of the storage facility until mid-April (their policy).



Mods planned for spring are:



Replace Trailer Kings with Goodyear Endurance (tires sitting here)

Install BAL 28218 underbelly spare tire carrier (sitting here waiting for install)

Replace steel spare wheel with matching aluminum wheel (ordering this week)

Replace low plastic faucet with decent, taller faucet (haven't decided on new one yet)



Will probably come up with a few more before camping starts.


I installed the BAL spare tire carrier, and put some nice holes into my fresh water tank. Don’t make my mistake, take a peak under the cove to make sure it clear before you drill.

I use the carrier to hold my blue boy.


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I installed the BAL spare tire carrier, and put some nice holes into my fresh water tank. Don’t make my mistake, take a peak under the cove to make sure it clear before you drill.

I use the carrier to hold my blue boy.


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Yes, I intend to drop my coroplast so I can see what I'm drilling through.

As far as the blue boy, did you add something to hold it in place on the spare carrier? Got any pics?
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Yes, I intend to drop my coroplast so I can see what I'm drilling through.



As far as the blue boy, did you add something to hold it in place on the spare carrier? Got any pics?


Here are a few shots of how I’m using it.








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Great pics, thanks ! I will have to see how mine fits once I get the tire carrier installed.
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Old 03-20-2018, 12:47 AM   #19
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Can't wait to see pics of this years mods.
I will try to post up some pictures of mods as they happen. Any mod pictures you are most interested in, I will try to make sure I capture them?

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Mods planned for spring are:
Replace low plastic faucet with decent, taller faucet (haven't decided on new one yet)
I just talked about this! This might be added to my list too.

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Old 03-20-2018, 01:00 AM   #20
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Mods completed this week:
Install screen door grab bar
Install AP Products Propane Tank Gas Level Bluetooth Indicators
Install Level Mate
Add support props to cabinet doors over the couch
Install LED motion detector lighting in pantry
Check AC ductwork to see if the runs go beyond vents (They went beyond, Fixed)
Replace AC ceiling vents with adjustable ones that can be closed off
Added Pizza Stone to oven
Installed a Stove Top Cover
Installed a door stop so the door knob won't hit the pantry wall
Installed a Winegard TV strength meter
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