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Old 09-06-2008, 06:05 PM   #3 (permalink)
Clev
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Originally Posted by ConvertMotorHomes! View Post
Has anyone successfully modified their RV or Motor-home? I think there should be a sub-forum. It would probably the most challenging to modify and for that same reason, the most fun and rewarding. Any ideas on how? I think the most obvious would be to remove as much unnecessary weight as possible. Maybe take out the couches and replace with cheap, Swedish, IKEA ones? Perhaps replace the fridge with a mini one? Instead of a toilet just a hole in the bottom of the vehicle? Maybe you could replace the full-sized stove with a little portable electric one? I'm relatively new to eco-modding so, throw your ideas out there!
For something with such a giant front profile, I'd recommend aero mods first. Underbelly pan, sealed up gaps, boattail. Weight reduction will mostly help you when going uphill or accelerating in town, but doesn't make a huge difference on the freeway.
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