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  1. Slowmads

    Swapping RV LED Light for Household Fixture: Why Won’t It Work?

    I am trying to change the led light above our recliner couch. I bought household fixture and tried both wire combinations but it still won't turn on. Any suggestions. 1st pic new light 2nd pic old light
  2. DV

    Swapping Jackknife Sofa for Dinette Booth in Greyhawk 27DS Slide

    2006 Greyhawk 27DS. Bought used, good unit. On the main slide it has a jack knife sofa. Having an idea of removing it and installing a dinette booth. Area is big enough. One wondering is the size of the bases. The slide base is 33 inches, raised, not flush. The shortest width seat base is 36...
  3. huntindog

    Upgrading RV Plumbing: Replacing Soft Hose with PEX for Fewer Leaks

    I have grown tired of fixing leaks in camp. I actually have a tote labeled "Pex Rescue Kit" that has everything needed to replace/fix a leak in a remote boondocking camp. I also put the pump on a manual countdown timer so it can only have power for a max of 1 hour. This is so I cannot forget...
  4. JO

    Swapping Greyhawk Recliners for Jackknife Sofa to Boost Sleeping Space

    We have a 2023 Greyhawk 30Z that has the recliners. We are going to replace them with a jackknife sofa, but thought we could possibly arrange a trade with someone who has the sofa and wants the recliners. We are wanting to increase the sleeping capacity. The recliners are like new. We have the...
  5. K5

    Swapping Norcold 3-Way Fridge for 12V Model: Fit, Removal, and Install Tips

    I want to remove my old original Norcold 3-way refrigerator with a newer 12 volt model. Looking for tips and will it go out the front door?
  6. GN

    Swapping Jackknife Sofa for Wall-Hugger Recliners in 6280 Conquest

    Want to remove my jackknife sofa and replace with 2x connected recliners. Does anyone have a pic of this modification and/or have any advice what model of recliners would work. Obviously, they would have to be the ones that work while close to the wall. Thanks in advance with any advice y’all...
  7. PU

    Help with wheel ID and swap

    Hey folks I have 9.00 R20 budd wheels on 88 international bluebird dt360, dual wheels on back. Getting ready to buy new tires and it seems this wheel size is not super common. Seems like it’s wise to swap out to 22.5 modern wheels without lock rings, im just looking for advice if this is the way...
  8. CU

    replace Coleman-Mach basement heat pump with mini split heat pump?

    Hi I have 2006 Itasca Ellipse with a basement heat pump and 2 propane furnaces. I am trying to figure out if it would be possible to swap out the Coleman basement heat pump with a mini split heat pump. They do make 110 volt units. You do have limited space where the basement heat pump currently...
  9. NI

    Integrated LED ceiling lights > G4 2-pin lights

    Hello Forum-- We have a 2016 International Serenity with integrated LED lights in ceiling (6000k) and, like many, don't prefer this kelvin rating. We would prefer 3000k, but don't want to buy entirely new fixtures, that also have integrated LEDs, as those bulbs cannot be swapped out easily...
  10. FL

    Anyone swapped in a composting toilet?

    I’ve searched a couple times over the past few months and haven’t found any threads on swapping out a composting toilet for the existing black water variety. Anyone have any experience doing so? My thought is to avoid the need to dump a black water tank and use it instead for additional gray...
  11. RO

    Swapping King for Queen Bed in Rockwood 281RK: Is Frame Modification Possible?

    Looking at purchasing a 2026 Rockwood 281rk. I has a king size bed on a slide and we'd like to swap it out for a queen. The dealer has told us that it wouldn't work because the existing frame is sized for a king mattress and would stick out the sides. Also, they can't adapt the frame since it...
  12. CA

    Forest River 2431S Dinette Removal

    Hello everyone. We have a 2017 Forest River 2531S that was horribly uncomfortable inside due to limited seating. It’s a shorter motor home at 25’ so inside space is limited. The only options for seating was the dinette or lounge chairs. We were on the verge of selling because of it. In fact I...
  13. CA

    Swapping Dinette for Recliners in a 2023 Reflection 27BH: Tips and Experiences

    Thinking of replacing dinette with 2 recliner style chairs. Anyone ever removed dinette? 2023 reflection 27bh fifth wheel. Thanks
  14. BI

    7.3 Injector cups and injectors on an econoline

    Has anyone been able to swap out the injector cups and injectors without a cab off? I tried search and didn't get a good response. Looks like a PITA, but so would removing the cab on the 'ol Sportsmobile.
  15. EV

    Motor and Ecm swap t444e

    I am swapping the t444e motor out of a short bus from a 1999 into a 1995. The Ecm in the 1999 is a 1 box system and the 1995 is a 3 box system. I’m trying to find some insight of converting from a 3 box Ecm to a 1 box. Has anyone had to do this an how much of a pain was rewiring the truck? Also...
  16. Ann-Marie

    Recliners instead of lounge?

    Can I fit two swiveling recliners in the space where our lounge is and is there room for them to swing 45 degrees to watch TV?
  17. JO

    Swap out cooktop and micro/convection oven for real oven?

    Hi all, We are buying a 2025 flying cloud 23FBQ that has a three burner cooktop and convection/microwave. Have any of you had that swapped out for a complete stove - either pre-pick up at dealer or later? Thanks for sharing any experiences, costs, etc.
  18. DWGERLI

    Swapping Lead Acid for Lithium: Do Tow Vehicle Charging Systems Need Upgrades?

    Swapping out my acid battery on our travel trailer for a lithium battery. Do you need to make any changes to the tow vehicle charging system?
  19. LA

    03 fleetwood pace arrow needs a motor

    I have a 2003 fleetwood pace arrow 36R. The motor is shot in it. I was wondering if anyone has had to make a motor swap? If so what did you go with and get the motor from and any tips about the change over. Any tips or advice are appreciated !
  20. SP

    Anyone on here familiar with swapping instrument cluster from a 99-01 F350 to a 1997 or similar era E350?

    Hey all! So I've read a couple threads on this website and several others about swapping out the tachless econoline instrument clusters found in the 1997-03 vans for one with a tachometer. Ive got myself a 99-01 f350 donor instrument cluster with the tach and I've done the whole re pinning...
  21. AR

    Changing out dinette to recliners

    Has anyone changed out the dinette for recliners in a Thor Freedom Elite 2019 sprint Diesel? My husband seems to think that it will interfere with the water tank. Since we cant see underneath the dinette I was wondering if it is possible and if anyone has done it. Thanks,
  22. JI

    Swapping RV Tankless Water Heater for Tank Model: Fit, Cost, and User Experiences

    Has anyone ever done this? The on-demand system just never seems to work. I took it in for warranty work but still it is not what I would expect. We keep getting error codes after following all the great advice on this forum. I am skeptical that even if this thing worked as advertised it is...
  23. BR

    Swapping CAT6 for HDMI in 2022 Berkshire 34B: Feasibility & Pitfalls

    I own a 2022 FR BGerkshire 34B motorhome. The cable from the 4x4 switch to the tv's is cat 6. I am thinking of changing from cat 6 to HDMI. The quetion is; can I use the old cable to pull the new cable thru the walls?

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