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Old 06-01-2018, 11:01 AM   #61
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The pics work now for me!
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Old 06-01-2018, 11:02 AM   #62
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I’ve been able to see the pictures just fine as well.
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Old 06-04-2018, 12:40 AM   #63
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Next MOD: Replacing the shower faucet.

Also thinking about added back-flow preventers on both hot and cold lines to prevent the water turning ice cold between rinsing off.
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Old 06-04-2018, 02:12 AM   #64
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Next MOD: Replacing the shower faucet.

Also thinking about added back-flow preventers on both hot and cold lines to prevent the water turning ice cold between rinsing off.


I did that mod, and only needed the back-flow preventer on the hot water side..
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Old 06-04-2018, 04:30 PM   #65
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I did that mod, and only needed the back-flow preventer on the hot water side..
Thank you for the info! Changed my order to one...
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Old 07-04-2018, 08:48 AM   #66
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Today I added sewer hose storage. I have been wanting to get my sewer hose out of my bumper and this was the perfect solution. I did have to add some 3/4' aluminum stock to allow for the gas line on the other side of the frame.

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Old 07-04-2018, 09:35 AM   #67
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Today I added sewer hose storage. I have been wanting to get my sewer hose out of my bumper and this was the perfect solution. I did have to add some 3/4' aluminum stock to allow for the gas line on the other side of the frame.

Nice job! My suggestion now would be that you've got the holes predrilled with the self tapers to drill them out & add 1/4" bolts with nylock nuts, those self tapers tend to work loose & wouldn't want to lose your new tube & hose.
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Old 07-05-2018, 02:04 AM   #68
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Nice job! My suggestion now would be that you've got the holes predrilled with the self tapers to drill them out & add 1/4" bolts with nylock nuts, those self tapers tend to work loose & wouldn't want to lose your new tube & hose.
Good idea, thanks for the suggestion!
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Old 07-05-2018, 03:37 PM   #69
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Nice job! My suggestion now would be that you've got the holes predrilled with the self tapers to drill them out & add 1/4" bolts with nylock nuts, those self tapers tend to work loose & wouldn't want to lose your new tube & hose.
I think I will also paint the aluminum spacers black so they blend better too!
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Old 07-07-2018, 03:01 AM   #70
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I did that mod, and only needed the back-flow preventer on the hot water side..
I swiped out the Shower fixture with a 1/4 turn lever fixture, installed the back-flow preventer on the hot side only, and installed a true on/off valve on the fixture at the shower hose.

All I can say it "WOW" what a difference. I would highly recommend everyone to do this mod!

What I didn't particularly like was the shower fixture I used (1/4 turn levers), the levers were too easy to rotate. I would be done with my shower, drying off, and I would brush against the levers and the water would turn on. So I removed both cartridges and installed the hot cartridge on the cold side and the cold on the hot side. I also installed the upside down (rotated them 180 degrees). So now the fixture looks normal when in the off position, but the levers need to be rotated up instead of down to turn the water on.

I was also concerned something falling during transport and hitting a lever, turning the water on without knowing. Problem solved...
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Nice job! My suggestion now would be that you've got the holes predrilled with the self tapers to drill them out & add 1/4" bolts with nylock nuts, those self tapers tend to work loose & wouldn't want to lose your new tube & hose.
Drilled the holes out yesterday, painted the spacers black and reassembled with stainless steel 1/4" bolts and lock nuts. Looks 100% better, thanks for the suggestion.
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Old 07-08-2018, 12:20 PM   #72
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I'm not sure why Keystone decided to have both the awning LED strip and the amber light for the steps controlled by the same switch. Going out for the evening and coming back to lighted steps would be nice, without having the awning LED's on bothering the neighbors. Has anyone separated the power feeds to control them separately?
WNY Bullet, you asked about this some time ago but I did not see a follow up. Our Impact 351 is wired the same way and I was thinking the same thing if it’s not too much of a headache.

I guess I could roll the awning up one wrap and then the material would block the lights, but that’s not my preferred solution.
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WNY Bullet, you asked about this some time ago but I did not see a follow up. Our Impact 351 is wired the same way and I was thinking the same thing if it’s not too much of a headache.



I guess I could roll the awning up one wrap and then the material would block the lights, but that’s not my preferred solution.


I did this on my 326srx. I had a spare switch in the panel so I disconnected the step and amber porch light from the awning lights so they are independently controlled. Was pretty easy since I had an empty switch in the panel.
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I did this on my 326srx. I had a spare switch in the panel so I disconnected the step and amber porch light from the awning lights so they are independently controlled. Was pretty easy since I had an empty switch in the panel.
I think that is what is holding me off on this mod, I don't have a space on my panel to mount the switch. I would have to mount the switch over or under the panel.
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I think that is what is holding me off on this mod, I don't have a space on my panel to mount the switch. I would have to mount the switch over or under the panel.


Unless you want to be able to have both on at the same time in the future you could install an on-off-on or three way switch where up is the awning lights and down is the step light. The switch should be the same size as the current one.
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Unless you want to be able to have both on at the same time in the future you could install an on-off-on or three way switch where up is the awning lights and down is the step light. The switch should be the same size as the current one.
Sounds like this might a possible solution. Thanks!
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Old 07-15-2018, 01:52 PM   #77
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I have been out of work due to foot surgery, so we picked up our trailer early from storage and I have been busy getting it ready.

Here is my updated list of projects;

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 (done)
Remove ugly warning stickers from range hood (done)
Replace bathroom ivory GFI outlet for black one (done)
Install towel racks in bathroom (done)
Install bike rack mount to dinette seats (done)
Install insect screens on furnace vent (done)
Install insect screens on refrigerator vents (done)
Install screen door grab bar (done)
Install AP Products Propane Tank Gas level indicators (done)
Install LevelMatePRO (done)
Add support props for under bed storage (done)
Add support props to cabinet doors over the couch (done)
Remove attached 30a cord and mouse hole to install twist lock power outlet (done)
Rotate power jack head 90 degrees for tailgate clearance
Install bathroom, kitchen, and bedroom vent covers (done)
Install shelf liners to keep things from rolling around (done)
Install LED closet lighting (done)
Check AC ductwork to see if the runs go beyond vents (done)
Install Back Up/Observation camera system (done)
Install robe hooks at bedroom entrance (done)
Install longer battery positive cable (cover doesn’t close properly)
Install shelves in both bedroom closets (done)
Replace AC ceiling vents with adjustable ones (done)
Install reading lights above sofa in slide-out (done)
Hardwire Progressive Industries 30a EMS w/remote display (done)
Install LED Light Strips above Dinette & Kitchen Slide-Outs (done)
Install Atwood Stovetop Cover (done)
Install Winegard TV strength meter (done)
Install Wingman antenna (done)
Install Roller Balls on kitchen slide to protect awning (purchased)
Add second light to pass-through (driver side) (purchased)
Buy accumulator tank, pump filter, and winterizing kit to water pump (purchased)
Carpet entry steps (purchased)
Install battery disconnect switch
Add second battery
Install separate switch for step light (now connected to awning light switch)
Great writeup.. What was your solution for the towel bar racks? Ive got a Bullet 243 BHSWE and need to hang some towels..

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Great writeup.. What was your solution for the towel bar racks? Ive got a Bullet 243 BHSWE and need to hang some towels..

thx,
We bought the Command Strip Towel Bars so no holes required.

https://www.amazon.com/Command-Towel...nd+towel&psc=1
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Unless you want to be able to have both on at the same time in the future you could install an on-off-on or three way switch where up is the awning lights and down is the step light. The switch should be the same size as the current one.
I decided to buy a wireless remote setup with dimming capabilities that I will use on the awning LED strip and leave the step light connected to the rocker switch on the control panel. The remote is supposed to arrive today, so hopefully this weekend I can find the time to install. It will be nice to be able to dim the awning lights when we want light, but don't want to light up the whole campground.
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I separated the step light and awning LED strip yesterday. What a PITA...

Not only did I have to find the hot (+) side but I also had to find the ground wire going to the LED strip in order for the switch to work.

I left the step light on the original switch and moved the awning strip to a wireless dimmer switch. I placed the wireless switch right next to the door. It works great!

This is what I used:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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