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The_Skiing_Ninj
Feb 01, 2016Explorer
We are picking up the truck on the morning of the 18th. Then, straight over to get the trailer.
I then have 4 days to get all the techy stuff completed:
Truck
* new double din head unit touchscreen
* new speakers all around (I have to; I'm an acoustical engineer)
* amp
* slim sub
* inverter with custom cab USB & 110v outlets
* set up solar w/ battery backup tire pressure and temperature monitor
* install and hardwire dash cam
* install wireless charging puck under center console
* set up the back seat area for the Basset Hound and Mini Dacschund
* add blackout curtains over their windows
* home built security system that I can't tell you about or I would have to kill you
* other stuff I can't recall right now
5th Wheel
* install back up cam and wireless radio connecting to the screen in the cab
* install a WiFi Ranger on the roof
* install removable outdoor speakers
* upgrade inside speakers (the stock units are atrocious)
* toss out the Sony receiver, tube TV, VCR, and DVD changer
* add Chromecast
* add new receiver
* install a HD projector inside ceiling cabinet above recliners
* install microperf pull down screen in front of TV/electronics cabinet
* install x-series encore ninja master speakers in TV/electronics cabinet
* all new wiring for that stuff
* install kegerator (2x sixtel or 1x 1/2 barrel)
* install Kegbot flowmeter and tablet
* add LED lighting to basement
* add pair of 6v batteries
* install solar panels on roof (non-permanent; can take down for ground positioning)
* swap out commode for a composting type
* new locks outside to replace the 751's
* install new fireplace
* check wheel bearings and repack as needed
* set up my desk area
* set up media server allowing access by any computer/phone anywhere to all music, movies, TV shows, books, games, & dailies of the stuff we will shoot on the trip, etc.
* install retractable lines on the outside for the dogs
* fabricate and install some basement organization stuff
* more geeky custom security (I'm also an electrical and mechanical engineer - I'm all the engineers)
* wrap some EL wire around our cruiser bicycles (she has a 2012 Schwinn and I ride a 1950 Colson Commander)
* install a small cargo carrier on the 32tk3's hitch for the bikes and a gas can for the generator (+ more unobtrusive security)
* fab a generator noise abatement box with some proprietary material from my audio company
* weld up a muffler if I still think it is too loud (no, I'm not using a loud construction gen)
* and the customary other **** I can't remember right now
- Hit the scale to check weights (truck, pin, trailer). Alter pack out as needed.
- Head out to a local spot - Horsetooth Reservoir for a shakedown. One day and night minimum.
- After a week or so on the the trip, we will be stopping by some friends and I can change/add/delete anything that isn't working for us.
- During the trip my wife will be updating all the fabrics inside the trailer, painting, and re-wallpapering.
If any of that sounds too heavy or power intensive, it's cool; I've accounted for each pound and watt.
That's it!
edit: change formatting for reliability
I then have 4 days to get all the techy stuff completed:
Truck
* new double din head unit touchscreen
* new speakers all around (I have to; I'm an acoustical engineer)
* amp
* slim sub
* inverter with custom cab USB & 110v outlets
* set up solar w/ battery backup tire pressure and temperature monitor
* install and hardwire dash cam
* install wireless charging puck under center console
* set up the back seat area for the Basset Hound and Mini Dacschund
* add blackout curtains over their windows
* home built security system that I can't tell you about or I would have to kill you
* other stuff I can't recall right now
5th Wheel
* install back up cam and wireless radio connecting to the screen in the cab
* install a WiFi Ranger on the roof
* install removable outdoor speakers
* upgrade inside speakers (the stock units are atrocious)
* toss out the Sony receiver, tube TV, VCR, and DVD changer
* add Chromecast
* add new receiver
* install a HD projector inside ceiling cabinet above recliners
* install microperf pull down screen in front of TV/electronics cabinet
* install x-series encore ninja master speakers in TV/electronics cabinet
* all new wiring for that stuff
* install kegerator (2x sixtel or 1x 1/2 barrel)
* install Kegbot flowmeter and tablet
* add LED lighting to basement
* add pair of 6v batteries
* install solar panels on roof (non-permanent; can take down for ground positioning)
* swap out commode for a composting type
* new locks outside to replace the 751's
* install new fireplace
* check wheel bearings and repack as needed
* set up my desk area
* set up media server allowing access by any computer/phone anywhere to all music, movies, TV shows, books, games, & dailies of the stuff we will shoot on the trip, etc.
* install retractable lines on the outside for the dogs
* fabricate and install some basement organization stuff
* more geeky custom security (I'm also an electrical and mechanical engineer - I'm all the engineers)
* wrap some EL wire around our cruiser bicycles (she has a 2012 Schwinn and I ride a 1950 Colson Commander)
* install a small cargo carrier on the 32tk3's hitch for the bikes and a gas can for the generator (+ more unobtrusive security)
* fab a generator noise abatement box with some proprietary material from my audio company
* weld up a muffler if I still think it is too loud (no, I'm not using a loud construction gen)
* and the customary other **** I can't remember right now
- Hit the scale to check weights (truck, pin, trailer). Alter pack out as needed.
- Head out to a local spot - Horsetooth Reservoir for a shakedown. One day and night minimum.
- After a week or so on the the trip, we will be stopping by some friends and I can change/add/delete anything that isn't working for us.
- During the trip my wife will be updating all the fabrics inside the trailer, painting, and re-wallpapering.
If any of that sounds too heavy or power intensive, it's cool; I've accounted for each pound and watt.
That's it!
edit: change formatting for reliability
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