2016 Eagle HT 29.5 Mods - Continue

Aero_Dave · 04-23-2016, 08:53 AM

Another mod checked off the list. After opening the paneling inside the rear storage to install my surge protector, I decided I wanted to insulate it. So I added a 1/2" to the wall behind the panel. Cut the insulation into 2 pieces for easier installation. Plus I wanted the top half to fill in the gaps in between the floor braces. Plus the insulation has an L shaped lip so the 2 pieces fit nice and tight together. I used 1 1/8" square-drive screws. Easy job and only took about 30 minutes.

More to come

Dave...

Magnolia Tom · 04-23-2016, 09:03 AM

Nicely done.

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Aero_Dave · 04-23-2016, 02:41 PM

Another mod finally done. I knew early on the space above the cabinet to the left of the microwave seem wasted, but useable. But not the way it comes from the factory. Anything you put up there will slide right off. So I had an idea to add some cabinet trim. So with a little measuring, cutting, staining, pre-drilling and installing you're all set. Now the space is useable and things won't slide off.

It may not be a lot of space but it's better than nothing. I will probably add the same trim to the other cabinet to the right just so they look the same, even though you'll never get anything up over it.

Dave...

Aero_Dave · 04-24-2016, 06:55 AM

Added the refrigerator fan mod yesterday as well. The fan comes with an alligator clip to mount it on the cooling fins. I didn't like it so I came up with another way to mount it. It took a couple of paper clips, removed the springs & drilled a hole in them. Then drilled a hole in the fan and used rivots to mount them. Using one on each corner of the fan, is all it needs. I ran the wire down the water drain and connected it using the supplied piggy-back clip. Fits perfect on the 12v positive connection on the back of the fridge. I also cut a slot in the water drain for the tray and cut a small V in the tray so the wife could still remove the tray for cleaning. The fan mounts easy by just pushing the clips on the cooling fins. Another easy mod that only takes about 45 minutes.

The fan is now controlled by the switch on it. I can run anytime I want it to. Even if the fridge is off for air drying it before storing the camper.

Dave...

oz97tj · 04-24-2016, 06:23 PM

Where did you get that fan?

Aero_Dave · 04-24-2016, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by oz97tj

Where did you get that fan?

Ebay seller.

Norcold Refrigerator Fan w on Off Switch to Increase Cooling Standard Model | eBay

Added a few clamps for the rear stabilizer crank and front spare tire crank. Again I used rivets to hold them on the thin walls in the storage compartments.

Dave...

Aero_Dave · 04-28-2016, 06:27 AM

Yesterday I added the Awning LED Light MOD. Super easy & took about 20 minutes. That included waiting for the Liquid Electricians Tape to dry. Now I can pre-set the light to 100%, 50% or 25% brightness. Use the + & - to get any level of brightness or use the Mode buttons to great different Flashing / Effects. Never thought about any real good use for the flashing, until I read someone post about this could be useful in case you ever called 911 and they needed to come to your campsite. Sure will be easy to find your camper with a Flashing Awning!

BTW just a note for other 29.5 owners. This Mod has Zero affect on the 2 front LED lights. They still are either On or Off. So now I need to look inside the control panel to see if the front LED's are directly wired to the switch. If so, I will buy another switch and wire the front LED's so I can control them separately.

Open Awning, peel back the plastic cover on the right side. Cut the Black & While wires. Splice in the LED controller.

Replace cover & your done!

Dave...

LabMan · 04-28-2016, 06:37 AM

Where did you find the LED remote control/dimmer? That's one mod I definitely want to do.

GiddiYup · 04-28-2016, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Aero_Dave

Yesterday I added the Awning LED Light MOD. Super easy & took about 20 minutes. That included waiting for the Liquid Electricians Tape to dry. Now I can pre-set the light to 100%, 50% or 25% brightness. Use the + & - to get any level of brightness or use the Mode buttons to great different Flashing / Effects. Never thought about any real good use for the flashing, until I read someone post about this could be useful in case you ever called 911 and they needed to come to your campsite. Sure will be easy to find your camper with a Flashing Awning!

BTW just a note for other 29.5 owners. This Mod has Zero affect on the 2 front LED lights. They still are either On or Off. So now I need to look inside the control panel to see if the front LED's are directly wired to the switch. If so, I will buy another switch and wire the front LED's so I can control them separately.

Open Awning, peel back the plastic cover on the right side. Cut the Black & While wires. Splice in the LED controller.

Replace cover & your done!

Dave...

wow...that didnt take long for you to get those parts!
Wasn't that the easiest ever!?
Glad it worked it out for you!

Aero_Dave · 04-28-2016, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LabMan

Where did you find the LED remote control/dimmer? That's one mod I definitely want to do.

Watch-Out, its Expensive:
Robot Check

Dave...

Force · 04-28-2016, 07:12 AM

Great mods Dave!

spepi · 04-28-2016, 10:26 AM

I got my dimmer today.

Aero_Dave · 04-28-2016, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by spepi

I got my dimmer today.

Scott, remember this has no effect on the 2 front LEDs. I plan to see if those are wired directly to the light switch. If so, I will just buy another switch and move the wires so I can control the fronts independently. There is a blank light switch cover already on the panel.
I've been inside the control panel once already, not looking forward to going back in there. In case you've never seen inside it, here it is from the back side, by removing the cabinet false-wall:

Dave...

spepi · 04-28-2016, 12:49 PM

WOW!!!! Talk about a rats nest in there. I did my dimmer and awning support today. I'll post pictures on the thread I started. Thanks for the info Dave...

klassic · 04-28-2016, 03:49 PM

Dave, I've been using that liquid black tape for a while now. I love it! And more than just one use too.

spepi · 05-14-2016, 06:51 AM

Dave, will the fan stop the metal grills in the fridge from icing up? I noticed ice on them last weekend when we used it for the first time. I have cool set at 4

Aero_Dave · 05-15-2016, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by spepi

Dave, will the fan stop the metal grills in the fridge from icing up? I noticed ice on them last weekend when we used it for the first time. I have cool set at 4

No, I had a little ice on mine after 2 days running. I had the fridge set on 3.

Dave...

RAurand · 05-15-2016, 12:00 PM

I put one of these in my refridgerator last week. Easy to install.

They guarantee the cooling fins will not ice up. We will see over Memorial day weekend.

http://smartrvproducts.com/home.html

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