I have a outlet and coax jack to hook up TV just outside our cargo door. I love to sit outside and watch the ball game, but when done we have to unplug and undo coax to close cargo door. This is a pain!!! I know i am picky. So I installed new plug outlet and coax jack inside cargo bay. I am not the only one that thought this was a bad design because Jayco did the same modification on the 2016 model. Next mod I will be installing custom TV swing mount. Here are a few pics of the modification. Before pic cords hanging out.After pic no cordsclose up

Did you ever consider a position with Jayco?:BNice job, just as it should be.

I agree with the others, it looks like a very nicely done job and a good improvement.If the outlet you put in is not on a GFCI circuit, I would suggest considering the use of a GFCI outlet there. It's in an area where it, or things plugged into it, could quite reasonably get damp and become hazardous to you when you're a reasonable path to ground. Obviously, if it's on a GFCI protected circuit, then it's fine as it is (although technically per the NEC I think you should have a little label indicating that it is indeed GFCI protected).

Did you buy this rig new? Was this installed like that at the factory or maybe a dealer add on?Nice work.

DrewE wrote:I agree with the others, it looks like a very nicely done job and a good improvement.If the outlet you put in is not on a GFCI circuit, I would suggest considering the use of a GFCI outlet there. It's in an area where it, or things plugged into it, could quite reasonably get damp and become hazardous to you when you're a reasonable path to ground. Obviously, if it's on a GFCI protected circuit, then it's fine as it is (although technically per the NEC I think you should have a little label indicating that it is indeed GFCI protected).Thank you!! Yes it is GFI protected I spliced into same supply for the outdoor outlet. I also used a outlet box to keep to code. I never thought about the sticker,they are on all outlets. thanks for the thought.

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AllegroD
Nomad
Sep 28, 2016
starcraft69 wrote:
AllegroD wrote:
Did you buy this rig new? Was this installed like that at the factory or maybe a dealer add on?

Nice work.

I did buy the unit new. The outdoor outlet and coax jack was done at the factory. The indoor/basement outlet/jack I installed.

I saw that you had added the inside plug and cable. I was thinking more of when the TV was added, as the outside plugs make no sense.
starcraft69
Explorer
Sep 28, 2016
Thank you looks like a nice job. I will be ordering that swing bracket. Once again thanks
K_Charles
Explorer
Sep 28, 2016
Don't look at the stuff

Moderator edit to re-size pictures to forum recommended limit of 640px maximum width.
starcraft69
Explorer
Sep 26, 2016
K Charles wrote:
I just did the same thing last week on our MH. I also hung the TV on a swing down mount.

Do you have any pics of your swing mount???? Looking for ideas.
K_Charles
Explorer
Sep 26, 2016
I just did the same thing last week on our MH. I also hung the TV on a swing down mount.
starcraft69
Explorer
Sep 26, 2016
AllegroD wrote:
Did you buy this rig new? Was this installed like that at the factory or maybe a dealer add on?

Nice work.

I did buy the unit new. The outdoor outlet and coax jack was done at the factory. The indoor/basement outlet/jack I installed.
starcraft69
Explorer
Sep 26, 2016
DrewE wrote:
I agree with the others, it looks like a very nicely done job and a good improvement.

If the outlet you put in is not on a GFCI circuit, I would suggest considering the use of a GFCI outlet there. It's in an area where it, or things plugged into it, could quite reasonably get damp and become hazardous to you when you're a reasonable path to ground. Obviously, if it's on a GFCI protected circuit, then it's fine as it is (although technically per the NEC I think you should have a little label indicating that it is indeed GFCI protected).

Thank you!! Yes it is GFI protected I spliced into same supply for the outdoor outlet. I also used a outlet box to keep to code. I never thought about the sticker,they are on all outlets. thanks for the thought.
AllegroD
Nomad
Sep 26, 2016
Did you buy this rig new? Was this installed like that at the factory or maybe a dealer add on?

Nice work.
DrewE
Explorer II
Sep 26, 2016
I agree with the others, it looks like a very nicely done job and a good improvement.

If the outlet you put in is not on a GFCI circuit, I would suggest considering the use of a GFCI outlet there. It's in an area where it, or things plugged into it, could quite reasonably get damp and become hazardous to you when you're a reasonable path to ground. Obviously, if it's on a GFCI protected circuit, then it's fine as it is (although technically per the NEC I think you should have a little label indicating that it is indeed GFCI protected).
westend
Explorer
Sep 26, 2016
Did you ever consider a position with Jayco?:B

Nice job, just as it should be.

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