PROJECTS
Updates, modifications, crafts, decorating, problem solving & more!
Boy, where do I start?! We’ve made a lot of changes to Matilda and added a lot of new goodies. The process has involved research, problem solving, aesthetics, and good ol’ common sense. We’ve made mistakes along the way and learned new skills, too. I didn’t document as much as I would have liked while the process was underway, so most of this information is describing what has already happened.
Putting our stamp on the RV
Matilda arrived factory fresh. Shining and beautiful as is, we wanted to add our own taste and touch to make her ours.
First day in our new Trend!
| Dealer Upgrades When Purchased | Modifications (more with photos below) |
|---|---|
| • Heated drainage system • Cummins exhaust resonator • Additional deep cycle AGM battery • Euro dual pane windows • Convection microwave • Two solar panels • 1000 watt Inverter installed in rear exterior storage • Sureflo pressure accumulator for water pump • 360 Siphon Fume Extractor Vent |
• Sumo Springs, front and rear • Replaced underbed storage hydraulic lift • New bed reading lights with dimmer • Added 2 cup holders in dining table • New front privacy shade |
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SensorPush Wifi Temperature & Humidity Monitor Place the sensors where you want the temperature monitored. You can set the app to notify you if the temperature is outside of your custom-set limits.  | Framed the bathroom mirror with a custom frame ordered on Etsy  | |
Curtain Rods and Curtains     | Passenger seat belt extender  | |
Privacy curtains for cab using a room-darkening curtain from Target & drapery hooks   | Painted Silver Screw Covers & New Bathroom Doorknob   | |
Added New Decorative Shower Curtain to hide items stored in shower  | Added storage pockets and cup holder on either side of rear bed  | |
Added magazine/book rack  | Added shoe hangers near entry door and beneath magazine rack  | |
Added 2 USB charging ports by dining table  | Replaced shower head with new Oxygenics Shower Head  | |
Reflectix covers for entry door window & shower sunroof for temp & light control   | Bed comforter tailored to fit the rear bed curve  | |
Replaced kitchen faucet   | Ultra-Fab Weld-On Jumbo Rollers   | |
Tablet holder with sunshade for iPad to use with Google Maps as navigator   | New Custom Mattress from Mattress Insider with custom mattress protector, AIRE-FLOW™ Moisture Barrrier, & sheets  | |
Scissor Jacks to stabilize the RV  | Added WeatherTech front cab mat, and the yellow cup is a small trashcan  | |
Added screen door protector   | Adjustable sunscreen extender blocks annoying late afternoon sun while driving West     | |
Folding Table (stored behind passenger seat next to bench) acts as a center arm rest (we add pillows) when the captain chairs are turned  | Added three (3) 100 watt solar panels on roof  | |
US map modge podged to custom cork board to track overnight travel locations  | Organized Obie nets used to hold items in place  | |
Velcro holds TV & Stereo remotes in place  | Velcro holds MaxxAir Fan remote to wall  | |
Flashlights are clamped over the bed & near the door   | Camco tissue holders in bathroom & above bed   | |
Installed Atwood Air Command AC with heat pump, timer, remote control, digital display   | Rexing V1P 3rd Gen Dash Cam   | |
Changed to web ready Vizio Smart TV  | The Skeeter BeaterTM is a magnetic window screen designed to keep pesky bugs out  | |
Screwed down the carpet to hold it in place  | Michelin Agilis CrossClimate Tires  | |
Mounted soap dispensers in bath & shower   | Added WeBoost and Verizon MiFi for better cell reception   | |
Hard wired Electrical Management System (EMS)  | Replaced drawer pulls & cabinet handles  | |
Added two (2) magnetic knive holders  | Mounted spice holder racks inside cabinet  | |
Installed bookshelf inside cabinet for more storage  | Tension curtain rod holds clips with caps  | |
Added 110 outlet to rear galley wall  | Hooks added to hold hats & jackets  | |
Handle mounted at end of bed to make getting up easier  | Camco cabinet mount trash can fits next to toilet  | |
Added digital thermostat  | Step stool tucks next to bed  | |