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Old 07-23-2014, 08:42 PM   #1
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Favorite things....

So I know there are other threads about favorite things on build sheet, but of course I can't find them. After one trip in Bailey driving in torrential rains, my favorite safety features are the extra brake lights, the Anderson hitch, and the rear view safety camera the we sent to ETI during the build. Seriously, that camera is awesome! We didn't add big mirrors to the FJ, we already had some small fisheye stick on mirrors, but the camera set up is great!

We also think the solar panels were a great addition.

Now we need to know what after market things do you love? Either must do mods, storage solutions, or things that make life easier or more fun in your trailer??

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Old 07-23-2014, 08:44 PM   #2
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Extra cushion and filler board for the U-shape dinette in Ten Forward. Wonderful place to nap! And, easily removed to create a lounge area for others needing seating.

Oh, and the larger prep sink and hi-rise faucet on four-inch centers. No water all over the counter now!
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Neither a must-do nor a life-changer but changing out the refer panel was a great eye-pleasing modification to me...
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Old 07-23-2014, 09:00 PM   #4
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I think it looks great Karen!
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Old 07-23-2014, 09:01 PM   #5
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Neither a must-do nor a life-changer but changing out the refer panel was a great eye-pleasing modification to me...
And the painted furnace cover. Egbert is just cool. Period.
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Old 07-23-2014, 10:11 PM   #6
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One of my favorite features in my 2012 Escape 19' are the inside window shades. They are easy to use and work and look great!
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Old 07-24-2014, 04:06 PM   #8
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Some of my mods that I'm happy to have:

The shoe drawer is a little "rustic" but very useful; the wood slide came from Rockler. I added two red LED's and a switch to the bathroom light for a non-blinding nightlight. The wire mesh baskets came from The Container Store. The little wooden remote/glasses holder is a CW staple. The gizmo on the side (held on with a small piece of velcro) is a remote control dimmer/on-off switch for the strip of LED's I put in the shelf over the dining room table. The one that's used constantly is the four marine grade cleats I put on both front (L&R) cabinets that I use as a towel bar. With a length of nylon rope, I can run it across twice and secure it in the cam lock that's shown. Most of these ideas I got from others on the forum. Without their help I doubt I would have come up with anything so clever. And lastly, as a Marylander like yourself, my spare tire cover is the heraldry of Baron Baltimore.
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Old 07-24-2014, 08:09 PM   #9
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Zardos, I take it your from Maryland, funny I consider myself a Washingtonian! I have family in east Olympia!
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Old 07-24-2014, 08:32 PM   #10
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Yep, born and raised (Bethesda ... back when it was a small town). Next time you're visiting family, let's have a mini rally; there's four or five of us around these parts.
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Yes we can have an Olympia rally!
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We'll come! We're all of two blocks into Lacey
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If any of you guys will be attending the ETI rally next year, I can bring some "Natty Boh" to help! Born and raised Baltimoron…Hon!!
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Add some Pollack Johnny's to your shopping list, Jim and I'll be there with bells on!
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Add some Pollack Johnny's to your shopping list, Jim and I'll be there with bells on!
Here you go, you can order on line……….Polock Johnny's Search
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Actually, everytime my wife and I fly into BWI, the first place we go is G&M. Too bad that shipping Thrashers isn't feasible.
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Actually, everytime my wife and I fly into BWI, the first place we go is G&M. Too bad that shipping Thrashers isn't feasible.
That's why you have a TRAILER. Gives you an excuse to pull it to Baltimore.
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We love the cubbies and the curtain for their easy access and the extra storage capabilities, the front storage box for it's easy access and storage capabilities, the window shades for their ease of operation, the kitchen counter extension and the outlet I put below it, and the digital thermometer for the air and heat, We also love the drawers I put in the closet, under the kitchen sink area, and under the bed for their versatility and ease of access. We love the LED lighting for their power saving and bright lighting. I like the power surge protector and for the peace of mind when hooking up, and I like the remote indicator because I'm a guy. I like the padded walls because I think it gives the Escape trailers an upscale look and feel, and I like the oak cabinets because of their craftsmanship and combined with the white walls they provide a light and airy feeling. And lastly, I like the bed in the 21 for both the comfort and the feeling of being in it's own bedroom area. Have I covered everything?
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