2012 Swift 154BH Mods & Upgrades

[luv2camp]

These are some things we did to our Jayco. :hihi:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoJYoWynD5Q

[exjay1]

Nice video thanks for putting that together, looking good. The axel flip, was that a DIY or bought kit? Cant use one on my TT but thinking of rasing my utility trailer which is a spring under axel configuration. thanks.

[xkuzme1]

Thanks for the video. I have a 184BH and I have not dont much yet. I plan on strange ing the back bumper and adding a bicycle rack. I bought a Champion 2000 watt inverter generator (very quiet) for $399. I plan on making a ladder for the top bunk this year. I don't know how long the door knob will last with my 5 year old using it as a step. I did a lot of modifications to my previous camper, but I just have not started on this one yet.

I love your axel flip. Did you do that yourself? Can you help get me stated on a parts list for that? Why did you change the tires? Did you not trust the new OEM ones?

X

[Sanali]

Thank you for sharing your video. I love the spice rack! Great idea.

[dg1971]

Great mods and upgrades...especially the Pepsi bottle opener...may have to explain what it is to the younger generation.

[luv2camp]

For the axle flip you need http://www.easternmarine.com/dexter-...kit-k71-384-00 . This will give you about 4 1/2 more inches of clearance.
I changed the rims and tires http://www.easternmarine.com/goodyea...inted-rim-lr-c because of stories of blow outs with the stock tires and i wanted all the ground clearance i could get also.........Once i did the axle flip and upgraded tires i had to buy a extra step. http://www.amazon.com/Camco-43675-Fo...ywords=rv+step This works perfect. I hope this helped.

[luv2camp]

My dad used to work for Pepsi cola in the 60s and he give my a lot of old pepsi cola items. I thought this would be cool to put in our camper.

[luv2camp]

I bought the kit from Trailer Parts Superstore on the internet. It installed with no problems and no welding required.

[luv2camp]

Thanks

[micron]

What did the axle flip do for towing stability? Any changes there good or bad?

[luv2camp]

I could not tell any difference at all.

[Threebutchers]

I have a 154BH and the axel flip is genious...it solves every complaint I have with my TT. 1) I couldnt use the septic hook-up at several campsites 2) my load distibution gear has low ground clearance (I pull mine with a passenger car) and I bottom out frequently. How many inches did the axel flip raise the axel / trailer tongue? Did you have to change out the steps? - Brian

[Poconobb]

Do U know if the 14 inch tires would have clearance without the axle flip?

[houdini101]

We were picking up our 2013 154BH last week and decided to leave if and have the dealer install the axel flip. They're also installing two Camco vent covers. The covers I could have done myself but figured they had it so go ahead. I'll let you know the total clearance from the lowest point when we get it back this week.

[luv2camp]

Im not sure,I did not install them until the axle flip was completed...

[hptechnician]

Is the axle flip still working out ok for you? I ordered my flip kit from the link above a few minutes ago.

I'm an avid camper, but this is my first TT.

[houdini101]

The axel flip is great. Don't have before and after stories because we had it done before we took delivery. The steps are a bit higher but not difficult. We totally love our trailer and have had fun outfitting both inside and outside.

[Chuckwagon.]

Great mods Ed & Ann thanks for sharing !

[oobedoob]

Did you make the screen door grill yourself? I had to stop my dogs from scratching the screen already and I'm afraid they are going to put a claw through it!

[hptechnician]

Originally Posted by oobedoob

Did you make the screen door grill yourself?

I'm wondering the same thing. I have 2 small dogs and a lab. They have destroyed those baby gates you can get for your house.