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Old 03-14-2015, 04:47 PM   #1
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Build sheet for the 19--finally!

Hi y'all. Even though we signed the final build sheet over a month ago, I'm just now posting it for perusal. We received so much great info from fellow forum members, friends and the ETI folks, we are ever grateful! I don't know what we'd have done without all the help--many thanks

So here goes:

2-way Hot water tank
LED Indicator switch for HW tank
2 Burner Stainless steel stove (rotate 90 degrees) Omit range hood
6.7 cuft Fridge
2 additional 12V Interior outlets, bed area (1. O/H D/S beside
fridge, 2. O/H P/S close to stove wall)
5 Aluminum rims (we camp in salty areas) and yes, like the looks.
1 additional 12V w/USB - D/S front corner dinette, O/H
2 additional 120V interior outlets - 1. D/S front corner dinette, O/H
2. P/S bed area O/H, by 12V.
3 - 12V drops (cabinets) 1) Rear O/H 2) Under bed 3) Kitchen O/H
Additional set LED Brake lights - (Vertical)
Additional Opening Window over sink
Air Conditioner (11,000 BTU) Dometic
Digital thermostat
Heat strip
Bike rack ready
Cabinet door at end of P/S bench
Additional Drawer under wardrobe closet
Dual 6V Batteries (232 amp hrs)
Anderson Hitch
Exterior shower
Exterior 12V outlet (beside exterior 120V)
Extra Insulation and Thermal windows
Inverter 1500W w/ transfer switch (includes all outlets)
LED Interior light package
1 Additional switch (on door frame) for interior light
1 Additional light over Storage box
3 LED Exterior lights - Driver and Passenger w/ amber lens, clear
lens on front.
1 LED Captains reading lamp - back corner dinette D/S by wall #6
Opening window in bathroom
Foot flush toilet
Toilet shut-off valve
2 - Propane tanks, filled
Removable power cord
Stainless steel sink & chrome faucet
Pre-wire for Stereo
Stove cover
Storage box
Surge protector
TV ready w/ 120V outlet
2 - 150 Solar Panels with Charge controller
Reinforce Wall #5
2 - Counter extensions, bed area. 1) D/S 12" long x 10" deep,
mounted 29" from bed platform, 2) P/S 14" long x 8" deep,
mounted 19" from bed platform.
Custom 36" width cabinet door, center rear overhead
Stabilizer pads
Standard fabric, counter laminate, and vinyl floors w/ BLACK
counter trim
Horst probes on grey water tank
Additional exterior Electrical access hatch - front D/S
Forest Green Graphics - Remove "19" from front rock guard
"On the Lam" under rear window

Sheee-woooo! All changes were made based on researching this forum and advice from friends who already have an Escape, nothing original here. If anyone reading the build sheet gets even a bit of
inspiration from it, I will be well gratified--as we got TONS of help from others.

We placed counter extensions and outlets in the bed area, based on Ike's CPAP and the fact we weren't sure which way we will need to position our heads. Going for D/S, but if that doesn't work, we have alternatives. Gotta get a good nights sleep. I have already purchased a 4" memory foam mattress topper for the bed and will set that up as the "bed-pad" to be made up with mattress pad and linens/quilt. Have a flannel fitted sheet to cover the stock mattress with, so I only have to make the bed-pad. This worked well in our Casita. Also, we'll use the same piece of Dry-Mesh as before and put it under the stock mattress. Might need a step stool by the time I'm through...

Heard from Tammy and they will start building our trailer this Monday! ETI will store it for us until we can get out there for the pick-up and orientation on May 12. Can't wait
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Old 03-14-2015, 04:56 PM   #2
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Oh my stars, I bet you are excited BEYOND. Fun times ahead and start planning those first nights. I'll just sit here and wait for you to post pictures.
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Old 03-14-2015, 05:09 PM   #3
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Congrats Gae. The big decisions are DONE. Sit back and relax -- if you can.
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Old 03-14-2015, 05:16 PM   #4
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Thanks, Donna! We have plans to try Birch Bay for the few nights, res. weren't open yet. Made res. for Deception Point and then back to Birch Bay to meet our friends, the Eddy's, after they pick their 19 up! Already getting things together for the shake-down! Really looking forward to seeing that part of the country, as well. If we need Tammy or Reace for anything, at least we'll be within shouting distance. Oh, yeah--exciting times!
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Old 03-14-2015, 05:22 PM   #5
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Congrats Gae. The big decisions are DONE. Sit back and relax -- if you can.
Thanks, Robert. I just realized one thing I could have changed, but won't dare try at this point. Gotta quit! But, am wondering if anyone has switched the handle of the cabinet under the bench so that the door opens away from the trailer door? Would make for easier shoe storage access. Anyway, this is something that could be altered later, if we want. As I've told Crystal and Tammy, we are getting so much more comfort and convenience then we had before, we are amazed.
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Old 03-14-2015, 05:29 PM   #6
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While we don't use that under seat storage for shoes ( in our 15 )....that strikes me like an excellent idea -simple and probably not to late too do until the cabinet doors are installed . Waiting till after would leave you with hinge holes to fill .
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Old 03-14-2015, 05:31 PM   #7
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While we don't use that under seat storage for shoes ( in our 15 )....that strikes me like an excellent idea -simple and probably not to late too do until the cabinet doors are installed . Waiting till after would leave you with hinge holes to fill .
I think I'll check on this--better no regrets.
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Old 03-14-2015, 05:38 PM   #8
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We don't think the bench door will be a problem. We lived with it opening that way for 6 years in Houdini 1 and it never occurred to us…
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Old 03-14-2015, 05:55 PM   #9
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We don't think the bench door will be a problem. We lived with it opening that way for 6 years in Houdini 1 and it never occurred to us…
Thanks, guys--should have asked you about this! Just reading an email from you, in fact. Just having a space for shoes is HUGE in my book, as you know
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So happy for you!!!
I'm still going over my build sheet
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Old 03-14-2015, 07:13 PM   #11
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I concluded the build sheet is complete when you actually pick up the trailer. Until then it's pretty much a mental spin city............
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Old 03-14-2015, 07:49 PM   #12
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Thanks and all the best to you with yours!
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Old 03-17-2015, 03:19 PM   #13
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I concluded the build sheet is complete when you actually pick up the trailer. Until then it's pretty much a mental spin city............
A mental spin city it is! I checked with ETI and they do install the cabinet door the way I had hoped, opening towards the inside of trailer. Makes sense. When I looked back on the forum, I saw the door has been installed 3 different ways -- personal preference or particular needs. Nice to know these types of accommodations can be made.

Hopefully, my mind can stop spinning for a little while, at least
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Old 04-07-2015, 10:23 PM   #14
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(1. O/H D/S beside
fridge, 2. O/H P/S close to stove wall)
I am very excited, too, about our 19' and love to read what others are doing. I'm very green with much of the terminology; what does O/H D/S and P/S stand for?

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No idea. And, we're not the only ones.
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I am very excited, too, about our 19' and love to read what others are doing. I'm very green with much of the terminology; what does O/H D/S and P/S stand for?

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2 - Counter extensions, bed area. 1) D/S 12" long x 10" deep,
mounted 29" from bed platform, 2) P/S 14" long x 8" deep,
mounted 19" from bed platform.
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Can you post a photo of the extensions? Sounds like a nice addition.
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new to forum, looking at options, please explain "horst probes"
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try googling the phrase, Horst Mircacle Probes - Get accurate reading on your RV's holding tanks
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