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I Love what you did in the living room area. We have an older travel trailer. It was in desperate need of an upgrade after 40 years. The wife and I cut our dinette in half. Now it only seats 2. We removed the incredibly heavy folding couch which doubled as the "master" double bed. It was the most uncomfortable thing on earth. We installed a platform with a real double mattress in it's place. We painted the inside of the trailer, added new floor tiles, and put in a nice back splash behind the stove and sink. With our solar upgrade and the composting toilet, we can boondock in complete comfort for up to 2 weeks easily. Our only limitation is our water supply.
That sounds like a great renovation! It's all about making your RV work best for you. We are loving the added space and the area rug ties it together. I'm thinking of doing something to the walls eventually
with in a year of owning our class C Thor 31Y we yanked the dinette out. Moved batteries location up under one side of the bench seat where all the factory electrical was. Switched over to Battle Born batteries x2. Ended up selling it to my son. We then upgraded the tv to be a hide away retractable into a custom built "server". He now lives full time in it. Thanks for the video.
We considered the hide away tv but didn't want to block the window. Then we considered it built in the front but that's a custom build so when we found this we jumped and it works great! We'll find a solution for the tv eventually
Just subscribed and I am binge watching. I know that what they did to the dinette is normal and a great idea. I have not eaten at a table much for 20 years.
Also piissible tv option. Center it in front of the window and place it on a piece of wood like the one in the bedroom. Then you can fold it up to the ceiling when not in use. You would have to remove the current light fixture and clo se any AC vent in that spot but that could work.
I did a full remodel and put in a dining bar against the window taking out the table and chairs. It was on a slide so I had to extend the slide floor with aluminum and bolt it to the steel slide base and then cover it with 1 inch of plywood. Had to cut a hole in the middle and put a plug in to be able to reach the slide shims if needed
We didn't get a link... Sometimes RUclips doesn't post comments with links😒 We found some but for one reason or another none have fit yet. Congrats on getting a Europa!👏🏻 nice coach for sure
I like it👍 much better then the dinette. We are tying to figure out what to do with out dinette as we want to replace the love seat with a couch that you can actually lay down on. I guess having the seatbelts anchored down to the frame was a option you didn’t get!🤨
just starting to renovate our motor home as well.....this will be our first time as well, we will be tuning in for any additional tips / help you may offer. Your changes look amazing!!!
We remodeled our airstream by taking dinette and couch out. Now we have lazy boy swivel recliners and a large cabinet with easy close drawers. After first trip, drawers were in floor so we had to put cabinet locks on them and now works great.
I tore the U-dinette out of our TT and transitioned to rocking swivel recliners. Built a new cubby for behind the chairs that still allowed use of the outdoor storage that was underneath the dinette. Our slideout had carpet, so the floor wasn't visually impacted. I got trim from the RV manufacturer to craft fully cover up the dinette screw holes.
Looks really nice the changes and that server cabinet is sweet. The bolts you took out and the seatbelts may come in handy for trading sometime. If someone is doing a bus or changing their seating they may need them and it can be hard to find belts and bolts that are factory. That new battery should be awesome, it is hard to go lithium sometimes but you got the right price. Guy is such a sweetie just wants attention whenever you are doing something, love it. Stay safe and healthy.
Thank you! We actually gave the dinette set away to a fellow Nexus owner who wanted to replace theirs due to their fabric flaking. We considered keeping it just in case but we really didn't want to have to store it for who knows how long. We'll just deal with it down the road when/if we sell haha The new server holds everything pretty much perfectly and they're was enough space for the battery so overall we are loving it! The dogs are enjoying the rug and added space😁
I love the new server!!! I’m going to remove the dinette in my travel trailer and put a nice recliner in its place. I’m a solo camper and have never used the dinette. Hugs and pets to Guy and Piper!🐾❤️🐾
That looks awesome, and all that space, it should serve you well. Also when you have the right tool for the job it makes it so nice and “professional” looking. I need one of those hydraulic crimper tools.
You might need to bring a chair with you 😉 we see everyone’s videos on you all being close friends , but not sure if you all want to be that close on the couch 😅😂 might want to bring big tv so next morning you guys don’t have a kink in the neck and squinting 💁♂️😉
I think the VIVO Counterbalance Mount VWO4G could work well for you guys. I’d recommend backing the mount with 3/4” plywood to bolt through. Mike can definitely make it work!!
No, I have not remodeled my Ghost and I don't intend to, but I haven't checked with my wife. I bought what I wanted and I right now I'm pretty happy with it. That said, who knows what the future will bring. Yes my seat belts are attached to the floor. Keep the good stuff coming guys.
No disappearing big screen tV? A trick I learned from a furniture restorer. Fill the holes with bondo level with the rest of floor, then paint the Bondo with the base color of the floor, then use a fine brush to paint the grain. I use some model aircraft oil paints which are pretty durable. You be amazed at how close you can ‘fake the wood’ pattern. Did this to a teak and maple boat floor that had a 3” damaged area, turned out unnoticeable. The new Progressive Dynamics converters Nexus is installing have a Lithium ready switch. I recommend you move your inverter to the same cabinet as your Lithium battery. The closer you get the less power you’ll lose to the resistance. Then just run a 120v line back to where your inverter was. Original design of the inverter being so far from the batteries was ‘not well thought out’
That's a great trick/idea! If we need to do that we will give it a try. Luckily the rug covers most of it. No disappearing tv because we didn't want to block the window but we did consider it!
Awesome upgrades!!!!! Did you consider the magnetic child safety locks 🤔... I've seen a few people that us them on RVs. You only need to use the magnet after a travel day after locking your doors & drawers! Thanks for sharing your adventures, upgrades and tips & tricks!!! 😊
Thank you!😁 We didn't see those child locks but we just went to the local store and bought what we could find basically. We are open to changing them but luckily they are working out great in the meantime!
I couldn't be happier for you guys. The fact is that it looks great including the added walking space. After watching the video, I wondered how are you guys going to eat diner or work on your computer or play games when it is rainy outside? I am curious as to what your plans are... Great job with all the upgrades. I am sure that Nexus is watching what you guys are doing to the rig. That upgrade to the refrigerator was great as well. I don't trust those absorption-type refrigerators (plus they don't cool that much in hot temperatures).
Thank you! We mentioned quickly in the video but it could have been easily missed that we have foldable TV trays that we will use to eat on etc. We used these in previous RVs and kept them so they are coming in handy!
Yes you absolutely can! Plenty of space. We're are loving the ruggable! Love thati can machine wash and I can get different rugs and change out easily etc
Hey, you know the TV mount your looking for is and outside mount used by rv manufactures. Or you could put a tv lift in your cabinet extend it out and install a lift. Commercial vinyl planks work really well if you get a good brand they're pretty much bulletproof for the flooring. Its a job to do. Same time add electric floor heating. As they say make it your own rv as you use it. btw waterjet cuts granite really well and precise
I've been researching upgrading to lithium batteries for my Wraith 32w. Your videos have been a great source of information. The more I research the more complex it seems to get. the question I have for you is in regard to the Progressive Dynamics Power Control Center which has a converter built into it. One source I found said with a Multiplus 2 a converter would give you a feedback loop which you need to avoid. Did you have to do any changes to your PD Power Control Center?
Looks good. I wish more manufacturers would give an option to do away with the cheap dinettes. Did you ever consider a cabinet with a televator option? It would solve for placing your TV at a much better viewing position.
Yes we did consider that but we didn't find one and we came across this and we were happy with it! I'm sure we will eventually find a mount that telescopes down... Hopefully😂
Love that buffet/bar 🍻 you put in there fits perfect and looks great! Let me know over time what you think about that rug with having 2 dogs as well I've been eyeing them but not sure if they're worth it or not so haven't pulled the trigger on any yet 👍
Thank you! The added space is so nice and it feels larger and more homey. We did think of the tv lift but once we found this server it was perfect and we could have it now😂
Isn’t it time for you to trade it in and buy something else? Your history has shown that you modify it to exactly the way you want it, then you find something new! 😂. Perfect cabinet! For a minute there I thought it was one of those that had a big-screen TV hidden in it.
Haha! Typically yes but we have been pretty happy with this rig so we are going to try to keep it longer than normal😂 If we could have found one that had the tv hidden in it we probably would have bought it LOL
hey before buying bolts on a unknown project drill a test hole and use a metal coat hanger or piece of wire to gauge depth so yo don't have to make 2 trips love you vids
They make them but for bigger TVs. I found a few for this size TV but it only comes down a few inches. I want to to drop like a foot at least haha might have to make our own!
Man, that thing fits like it was made for it! Especially under that window. Looks great! BTW, how is that 12v Fridge working? Are you both happy with the performance?? 😄
Originally that's what we intended on doing but this was available now vs waiting forever for a custom build. Overall we are very happy with it! It had the exact storage we wanted
I did something similar in my 1999 class A it gave us more storage for kitchen cabinets and more counter space because I took out two burner cooktop and put in 4 burner stove with an oven
Also we removed our dinette and were able to get a countertop fridge and w/d combo. By doing that we added a ton of counter space, but we’re in a vintage rig.
If we could have found one and it had enough storage we may have bought it! We didn't see any that would work for us. Luckily this one had been working great and we will be on the hunt for a better tv mount😁
We haven't weighed it but really don't think there's much difference between the dinette and this server table. No difference in handling or fuel consumption.
The price of the Wagner package has now significantly gotten more complicated, the build sheet might need page two now? Looks great, guys. Hey, I have seen multiple tests on alternators and the ONLY ones to actually burn up so far are from a very small European car built super lightweight. So basically it is PURE MARKETING that Renergy, Victron, and a few others have created their DC-DC converters to fill this niche. If you do install a DC-DC converter, just add the enable/disable switch connected to the header pin so you can enable or disable it as desired. We also added a second AC battery charger, but I already replaced my converter with the lithium version. However, because of the long run from the DC bus of the converter to the batteries, I could only get 20-amps out of the converter. So when our generator is running our 25-amp Victron battery charger is happy to double the charging speed. Once you get to that point you almost never have to think about them again, I just periodically check the smart shunt to see what percentage of the batteries are full. I am usually pleasantly surprised. We even added a portable floor fridge/freezer that we keep outside when dry camping, the batteries, and inverter basely notice the extra load. We have a large patio chest we keep it in since we snowbird in FL, but with LIFEPO4 your life will be enhanced because of state park or WM parking you will be good!!! Best, Dave & Sheila Knapp
Thanks! We are loving the new floorplan and added space with better storage configuration. We will update the solar in the next few videos👍🏻 thanks for watching!
ok. are you going to re-weigh the rig with all your stuff , full tanks after adding your new piece to your rig? and i would add 2 more bolts for safety.
One of the first things I did on my class a was rip out the folding dinette table that didn’t fully fold. That freed up enough space for a largish safe and tool box. Most the other things I have done were to free up space or improve usability. It’s basically a 35’ man cave now 😬. My next big mod will be swapping in a conventional type fridge. I’m very tired of this tiny Norcold.
We are loving the extra space! We don't want to go back that's for sure. We recently upgraded to a 12v fridge from a absorption fridge and couldn't be happier!
Yep we did almost the same thing in our class c but we put a entertainment center with a fireplace and had the TV coming up out from behind then switched out to a couple of recliners across from it I loved it unfortunately we did a thing and downsized to a class B and I don't like it 😔 your's looks great 👍
Thank you! We intended to get something similar to what you explained but wanted storage for the kitchen items and the lithium battery so something with all space vs a heater would work out better. It was a tough decision but overall we like the new server!
@@WanderingWagners Nice! I heard at the end that it was bigger, I’m sure mine is smaller and shoddy construction in a cheaper Four Winds. I liked how easily yours was removed, the junk I have is glued and screwed to the floor. I’ll go Rec Pro perhaps.
I've looked for the eraser mops but haven't found them yet. Just use the regular erasers and even they couldn't get this floor clean...I thought it would! Ugh. Definitely better than before though I guess
@@WanderingWagners those child locks are an eye sore. Magnets are invisible. Nice looking piece of furniture, get those things off and make it beautiful again😀
I didn’t know they put seatbelts on them to. Not sure that they would be strong enough as we know how rv construction is 😅 I sent a Amazon link to some tv mount that pull down. But I don’t see my comment from earlier 🤷🏻♂️🤔
@@WanderingWagners I was wondering that because it’s a Amazon like maybe. Did also think of a computer screen mount as well. Seen someone mentioned that to just have to figure a way to strap or lock for traveling. The RVs with the tv above the fireplace seem to be the only good mount and location for RVs. Do like the newer ones are hidden in the countertop and pop up with a motor. Could of got a big screen with the unit behind the server unit. Thinking to late 😂there’s enough holes in the floor and would have to drill new holes if you moved it 😬😉
@@WanderingWagners wish they would stop these scammers on RUclips channels text me on telegram or whatever. try and report them but the option of reporting doesn’t work for the accounts they’re creating.
Well done, Love the sever upgrade. When you said server my first thought was a server farm. Maybe you were going to mind some cryptocurrency. LOL No RV manufacturer is perfect but come on Nexus your not helping yourself.
Thanks! We are really happy with how it turned out so far. We had never heard of a piece of furniture called a server before this so we get it haha I guess we weren't fancy enough to know a server goes in a dining room lol
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What a great upgrade!
Thank you!
Looks great! Lots of room for the pups.
Thank you! We are loving this change and wish we did it sooner. The dogs love all the room to play too
Hi guys...thanks for the shoutout Lynn... (george NA-VA-RA) looks like next year will be a good year to get my RV so keep the ideas/changes coming! :)
I KNEW I butchered that lol dyslexic brain isn't great with names😂 yeah it's looking like next year will be better to buy a RV!
I Love what you did in the living room area. We have an older travel trailer. It was in desperate need of an upgrade after 40 years. The wife and I cut our dinette in half. Now it only seats 2. We removed the incredibly heavy folding couch which doubled as the "master" double bed. It was the most uncomfortable thing on earth. We installed a platform with a real double mattress in it's place. We painted the inside of the trailer, added new floor tiles, and put in a nice back splash behind the stove and sink. With our solar upgrade and the composting toilet, we can boondock in complete comfort for up to 2 weeks easily. Our only limitation is our water supply.
That sounds like a great renovation! It's all about making your RV work best for you. We are loving the added space and the area rug ties it together. I'm thinking of doing something to the walls eventually
with in a year of owning our class C Thor 31Y we yanked the dinette out. Moved batteries location up under one side of the bench seat where all the factory electrical was. Switched over to Battle Born batteries x2. Ended up selling it to my son. We then upgraded the tv to be a hide away retractable into a custom built "server". He now lives full time in it. Thanks for the video.
We considered the hide away tv but didn't want to block the window. Then we considered it built in the front but that's a custom build so when we found this we jumped and it works great! We'll find a solution for the tv eventually
Love all the Q.C. references! As an ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, I am always thinking like that...
Haha glad someone else appreciates it😁
Looks awesome... cant wait to see the bungee cords holding drawers closed...LOL
No bungees here lol
Just subscribed and I am binge watching. I know that what they did to the dinette is normal and a great idea. I have not eaten at a table much for 20 years.
Thanks for subscribing!
We do not miss the dinette one bit. Wish we would have done it sooner!
Looks much better. Thanks for the share.
Thank you! We are loving it
Also piissible tv option. Center it in front of the window and place it on a piece of wood like the one in the bedroom. Then you can fold it up to the ceiling when not in use. You would have to remove the current light fixture and clo se any AC vent in that spot but that could work.
We did consider a mount like you mentioned! We still haven't found one we like so it's still the stock mount for now...
I did a full remodel and put in a dining bar against the window taking out the table and chairs. It was on a slide so I had to extend the slide floor with aluminum and bolt it to the steel slide base and then cover it with 1 inch of plywood. Had to cut a hole in the middle and put a plug in to be able to reach the slide shims if needed
It's so nice to be able to change up your space to suit your needs/wants! We are very happy we removed the dinette and wish we did it sooner haha
The link I just sent allows 13” drop. We enjoy you guys RUclips channel a lot! We’re getting a DYNAMAX Europa soon so it’s fun to see your travels!
We didn't get a link... Sometimes RUclips doesn't post comments with links😒
We found some but for one reason or another none have fit yet.
Congrats on getting a Europa!👏🏻 nice coach for sure
I like it👍 much better then the dinette. We are tying to figure out what to do with out dinette as we want to replace the love seat with a couch that you can actually lay down on. I guess having the seatbelts anchored down to the frame was a option you didn’t get!🤨
Thanks! We are happy with this setup and are loving the extra space. Luckily we haven't used the seatbelts but still crazy they weren't anchored down!
just starting to renovate our motor home as well.....this will be our first time as well, we will be tuning in for any additional tips / help you may offer. Your changes look amazing!!!
We are really happy with this change! It's so much more functional for us. Good luck on your renovations😁👏🏻
Nice upgrade, we like it! Clearly with all the work you guys have done the Wraith will be with you for a while.
That's our hope!😁 we are really happy with it and figured if we made changes to it that we'd be more inclined to keep it longer than normal
We remodeled our airstream by taking dinette and couch out. Now we have lazy boy swivel recliners and a large cabinet with easy close drawers. After first trip, drawers were in floor so we had to put cabinet locks on them and now works great.
Nice! It's all about making your RV work for you. Sounds great😁
I tore the U-dinette out of our TT and transitioned to rocking swivel recliners. Built a new cubby for behind the chairs that still allowed use of the outdoor storage that was underneath the dinette. Our slideout had carpet, so the floor wasn't visually impacted. I got trim from the RV manufacturer to craft fully cover up the dinette screw holes.
Sounds like a great renovation! We clear siliconed the holes and with the server and area rug you can't see the holes so that's nice
I heartily approve of the renovation!
As for the TV, get rid of it….! Life improves sans that box..
Thank you!! We are very happy with how it turned out
Love the new server! I think it looks great. Congratulations!
I also love the rug you got. Looks awesome 😃
Thank you, Debbie! We are loving the extra room and the rug really tied it all together😁
Looks really nice the changes and that server cabinet is sweet. The bolts you took out and the seatbelts may come in handy for trading sometime. If someone is doing a bus or changing their seating they may need them and it can be hard to find belts and bolts that are factory. That new battery should be awesome, it is hard to go lithium sometimes but you got the right price. Guy is such a sweetie just wants attention whenever you are doing something, love it. Stay safe and healthy.
Thank you! We actually gave the dinette set away to a fellow Nexus owner who wanted to replace theirs due to their fabric flaking. We considered keeping it just in case but we really didn't want to have to store it for who knows how long. We'll just deal with it down the road when/if we sell haha
The new server holds everything pretty much perfectly and they're was enough space for the battery so overall we are loving it! The dogs are enjoying the rug and added space😁
I love the new server!!! I’m going to remove the dinette in my travel trailer and put a nice recliner in its place. I’m a solo camper and have never used the dinette. Hugs and pets to Guy and Piper!🐾❤️🐾
Thank you! We are very happy with how it turned out. Loving the extra space and the dogs love the space too!
Very nice..great job
Thank you very much!
Looks great!
Thank you! We are very happy with it so far
That looks awesome, and all that space, it should serve you well. Also when you have the right tool for the job it makes it so nice and “professional” looking. I need one of those hydraulic crimper tools.
Well if you're interested in the crimpers here's a link to them.
I LOVE them
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Thank you for the shoutout! RV looks great!
You're welcome but thank you mostly!😁🍺
Appreciate it
With all that room, its clear on who's hosting the next game night!
You! We removed seating😜
You might need to bring a chair with you 😉 we see everyone’s videos on you all being close friends , but not sure if you all want to be that close on the couch 😅😂 might want to bring big tv so next morning you guys don’t have a kink in the neck and squinting 💁♂️😉
I think the VIVO Counterbalance Mount VWO4G could work well for you guys. I’d recommend backing the mount with 3/4” plywood to bolt through. Mike can definitely make it work!!
Thanks for the info! We'll definitely look into it👍🏻😊
Nice job Mike did. Looks great.
Thanks! We are really enjoying this modification👍🏻😁
Looks good, remember as long as you two like it that's all that matters. I haven't switched to lithium yet. Good ideas.
Thanks! We are very happy with it so far
No, I have not remodeled my Ghost and I don't intend to, but I haven't checked with my wife. I bought what I wanted and I right now I'm pretty happy with it. That said, who knows what the future will bring. Yes my seat belts are attached to the floor. Keep the good stuff coming guys.
We never thought about remodeling until we got this and we are happy with it but over the years we wanted a change without changing RVs haha 😁
Doing the same in our 33W…..can’t wait for the extra storage!!
You will love it! The storage we had under the dinette seats was good or so I thought until we did this! So much better now
I’m excited for the extra counter space as well. It’ll be the new home for our ice maker too….
Your mechanical abilities are impressive Mike, hope to see you guys at the IX center in early January! I enjoy your channel. Thx
Thank you! We are pretty happy with the change and very happy Mike is able to do so much😁
Love the server and all the extra space.
Thank you! We are really loving the extra space too
Always away to make a 42” tv fit😃 👍👍🦅🇺🇸😎
When we replaced the TV years ago we thought about going bigger but decided against it
No disappearing big screen tV? A trick I learned from a furniture restorer. Fill the holes with bondo level with the rest of floor, then paint the Bondo with the base color of the floor, then use a fine brush to paint the grain. I use some model aircraft oil paints which are pretty durable. You be amazed at how close you can ‘fake the wood’ pattern. Did this to a teak and maple boat floor that had a 3” damaged area, turned out unnoticeable.
The new Progressive Dynamics converters Nexus is installing have a Lithium ready switch. I recommend you move your inverter to the same cabinet as your Lithium battery. The closer you get the less power you’ll lose to the resistance. Then just run a 120v line back to where your inverter was. Original design of the inverter being so far from the batteries was ‘not well thought out’
That's a great trick/idea! If we need to do that we will give it a try. Luckily the rug covers most of it.
No disappearing tv because we didn't want to block the window but we did consider it!
Two things NeXus doesn't have, Quality Control or Engineers!
You have a nice RV there. I love it, love the flooring. Is it a Class C? Very nice interior.
Thank you! It's a super C RV. I'm glad you like the flooring because I hate it haha cannot keep it clean and it stains easily.
Love the change big time!!💯 Nice Nice Nice!!!
Merry Christmas!🎄🎅🤶🎄
Thank you!! We are so happy with it😁 merry Christmas!
Love the new furniture, makes that area look so luxurious
Thank you! We agree. So much better and it looks classy too
Love the change it looks like it was designed to be in there.
Thanks, we agree. Looks like it should have come this way from the beginning haha
"I need more than that". 😂😂😎
😂 I wasn't wrong lol
Looks good guys,you could get some collapsible stools to use like a breakfast bar it would give you a place to eat.🙂🇨🇦👍👍👍👍
We considered that as well! For now we will use the collapsible tv trays we have but we may look into the bar stool thing too
Awesome upgrades!!!!! Did you consider the magnetic child safety locks 🤔... I've seen a few people that us them on RVs. You only need to use the magnet after a travel day after locking your doors & drawers! Thanks for sharing your adventures, upgrades and tips & tricks!!! 😊
Thank you!😁
We didn't see those child locks but we just went to the local store and bought what we could find basically. We are open to changing them but luckily they are working out great in the meantime!
Well after all your RV is like a second home. Gotta make it the way you want it. Nice video even though you had some difficulties. lol
Thanks! It was so nice to change things up and make it ours. I do think we will change a few more things but this was a big one!
I couldn't be happier for you guys. The fact is that it looks great including the added walking space. After watching the video, I wondered how are you guys going to eat diner or work on your computer or play games when it is rainy outside? I am curious as to what your plans are... Great job with all the upgrades. I am sure that Nexus is watching what you guys are doing to the rig. That upgrade to the refrigerator was great as well. I don't trust those absorption-type refrigerators (plus they don't cool that much in hot temperatures).
Thank you! We mentioned quickly in the video but it could have been easily missed that we have foldable TV trays that we will use to eat on etc. We used these in previous RVs and kept them so they are coming in handy!
Looks good
Thank you!
Looks great now we can crash on your couch as a pull out bed LOL Alli wants a Ruggable! Nice new upgrade/update on the Wraith!
Yes you absolutely can! Plenty of space. We're are loving the ruggable! Love thati can machine wash and I can get different rugs and change out easily etc
Did you guys hit the lottery with all these upgrades. lol
Haha nope just work a lot. Remember Lynn worked everyday in March and April earlier this year🤑
Hey, you know the TV mount your looking for is and outside mount used by rv manufactures. Or you could put a tv lift in your cabinet extend it out and install a lift. Commercial vinyl planks work really well if you get a good brand they're pretty much bulletproof for the flooring. Its a job to do. Same time add electric floor heating. As they say make it your own rv as you use it. btw waterjet cuts granite really well and precise
We thought about the lift but just isn't what we want with this setup. We will find something even if we have to make it ourselves!
I like what you did to it very nice
Thank you! We are really happy with the dinette removal. Really makes it a lot more comfortable for us😊
10” and she loved it. That’s what she said! LOL
😂😂 it got the job done
Love it! Great job.
Thank you! We are so happy we finally ditched the dinette
I've been researching upgrading to lithium batteries for my Wraith 32w. Your videos have been a great source of information. The more I research the more complex it seems to get. the question I have for you is in regard to the Progressive Dynamics Power Control Center which has a converter built into it. One source I found said with a Multiplus 2 a converter would give you a feedback loop which you need to avoid. Did you have to do any changes to your PD Power Control Center?
Once you install a MultiPlus 2 there is no need for a converter. All I did was turn off the breaker for the converter and we were set.
Looks good. I wish more manufacturers would give an option to do away with the cheap dinettes. Did you ever consider a cabinet with a televator option? It would solve for placing your TV at a much better viewing position.
Yes we did consider that but we didn't find one and we came across this and we were happy with it! I'm sure we will eventually find a mount that telescopes down... Hopefully😂
I wish I could get your table and benches.
We gave them away to a fellow Nexus owner
I like the update but what is your plans on where to eat when raining and working on a laptop?
We have foldable TV trays we use. We mentioned this in the video but it was a quick mention. You could also use the server top but we haven't.
Love that buffet/bar 🍻 you put in there fits perfect and looks great! Let me know over time what you think about that rug with having 2 dogs as well I've been eyeing them but not sure if they're worth it or not so haven't pulled the trigger on any yet 👍
Will do! So far we are liking it but we will update after some good use this Winter
Looks really nice! Too bad they don’t offer that as an option with a lift tv. Amazing the space you gain!
Thank you! The added space is so nice and it feels larger and more homey. We did think of the tv lift but once we found this server it was perfect and we could have it now😂
I would be putting about 3 low profile lights under the cabinet and put a 50" tv on top of the server...
We really did consider putting the tv on top but we really didn't want to block the window
@@WanderingWagners Yeah, I get it... I definitely wouldn't do a permanent mount ..
Isn’t it time for you to trade it in and buy something else? Your history has shown that you modify it to exactly the way you want it, then you find something new! 😂. Perfect cabinet! For a minute there I thought it was one of those that had a big-screen TV hidden in it.
Haha! Typically yes but we have been pretty happy with this rig so we are going to try to keep it longer than normal😂
If we could have found one that had the tv hidden in it we probably would have bought it LOL
hey before buying bolts on a unknown project drill a test hole and use a metal coat hanger or piece of wire to gauge depth so yo don't have to make 2 trips love you vids
If only we thought ahead😂
I think it looks great ! 👍
Thank you! We are really enjoying it. Way more functional for us
LOL! @ 11:00 mark, Lynn says "I need more than that".
😂 it was true though lol
Love it.
Thank you! We are very happy with it so far
VIVO has articulating mounts that can lower the tv 12-13” plus pivot left/right. Amazon..
Do you have a link to the one you're referring to? It seems everything won't fit our TV or where we have to mount it.
I'm not sure where to get the TV mount from, as I want one too, but the Momentum toy hauler comes with a drop down TV mount.
They make them but for bigger TVs. I found a few for this size TV but it only comes down a few inches. I want to to drop like a foot at least haha might have to make our own!
I don’t understand why more rv makers don’t offer floor plans without dining areas. They are usually to small to use effectively anyway.
We agree, some offer a table and chairs and if that was an option we'd take that because that's all removable very easily vs a dinette.
Looks awesome ditch that couch for a recliner couch and your all set !!
We have also looked into that! Haha
Man, that thing fits like it was made for it! Especially under that window. Looks great! BTW, how is that 12v Fridge working? Are you both happy with the performance?? 😄
I know, it fits like a glove!!
The fridge is working great and we LOVE it!
Should h ave been a custom desk or a rv buffet with a televator.
Originally that's what we intended on doing but this was available now vs waiting forever for a custom build. Overall we are very happy with it! It had the exact storage we wanted
Really like the upgrage, maybe now you need a couple of nice Bar Stools so you can sit and eat the pies made for you Mike
That's also an option!
I did something similar in my 1999 class A it gave us more storage for kitchen cabinets and more counter space because I took out two burner cooktop and put in 4 burner stove with an oven
Oh man having a 4 burner would be awesome!👏🏼👏🏼
Also we removed our dinette and were able to get a countertop fridge and w/d combo. By doing that we added a ton of counter space, but we’re in a vintage rig.
Nice! A vintage rig would be pretty cool
You should have put a cabinet in there with the 50-in TV inside of a televator
If we could have found one and it had enough storage we may have bought it! We didn't see any that would work for us. Luckily this one had been working great and we will be on the hunt for a better tv mount😁
How do you feel about the added weight to the coach? Notice any fuel decline or handling changes?
We haven't weighed it but really don't think there's much difference between the dinette and this server table. No difference in handling or fuel consumption.
The price of the Wagner package has now significantly gotten more complicated, the build sheet might need page two now? Looks great, guys. Hey, I have seen multiple tests on alternators and the ONLY ones to actually burn up so far are from a very small European car built super lightweight. So basically it is PURE MARKETING that Renergy, Victron, and a few others have created their DC-DC converters to fill this niche. If you do install a DC-DC converter, just add the enable/disable switch connected to the header pin so you can enable or disable it as desired.
We also added a second AC battery charger, but I already replaced my converter with the lithium version. However, because of the long run from the DC bus of the converter to the batteries, I could only get 20-amps out of the converter. So when our generator is running our 25-amp Victron battery charger is happy to double the charging speed. Once you get to that point you almost never have to think about them again, I just periodically check the smart shunt to see what percentage of the batteries are full. I am usually pleasantly surprised. We even added a portable floor fridge/freezer that we keep outside when dry camping, the batteries, and inverter basely notice the extra load. We have a large patio chest we keep it in since we snowbird in FL, but with LIFEPO4 your life will be enhanced because of state park or WM parking you will be good!!! Best, Dave & Sheila Knapp
Thanks! We are loving the new floorplan and added space with better storage configuration. We will update the solar in the next few videos👍🏻 thanks for watching!
I'm sure you know this by now but you need a fireplace pull down tv mount
We've looked and so far they are either too big and not for our size TV or the mount itself is too big for the space we have to physically mount it.
Saw your story in Open Road news letter.
I've been looking for it but haven't seen it yet! Do you have a link?
ok. are you going to re-weigh the rig with all your stuff , full tanks after adding your new piece to your rig? and i would add 2 more bolts for safety.
We may re-weigh it but it's probably minimal either way. We have plenty of weight left to spare and I really don't think there's much difference
I personally like it a lot better. Great job. Great choice
Thank you! It looks like it was meant to be there (at least to us) haha more space and better storage.
@@WanderingWagners . I assume you wanted the battery inside for a warmer situation in cold weather?
@@garyjones5093 yes, we wanted to put it inside and this seemed to be the perfect solution because we wanted to get rid of the dinette for awhile
@@WanderingWagners . Great idea, great solution. I honestly can’t imagine anyone not liking this better. Nice job
@@garyjones5093 thank you!😁
One of the first things I did on my class a was rip out the folding dinette table that didn’t fully fold. That freed up enough space for a largish safe and tool box. Most the other things I have done were to free up space or improve usability. It’s basically a 35’ man cave now 😬.
My next big mod will be swapping in a conventional type fridge. I’m very tired of this tiny Norcold.
We are loving the extra space! We don't want to go back that's for sure.
We recently upgraded to a 12v fridge from a absorption fridge and couldn't be happier!
I know you love the server but how nice would it be with a 42" TV on a televator?
We did consider that but we didn't want to block the window
Try 50/50 water and "simple green" cleaner on your floors.
I've tried that... Still the same👎🏻 but area rug hides it all😁
Yep we did almost the same thing in our class c but we put a entertainment center with a fireplace and had the TV coming up out from behind then switched out to a couple of recliners across from it I loved it unfortunately we did a thing and downsized to a class B and I don't like it 😔 your's looks great 👍
Thank you! We intended to get something similar to what you explained but wanted storage for the kitchen items and the lithium battery so something with all space vs a heater would work out better. It was a tough decision but overall we like the new server!
Couldn't you use the holes from the searbelts?
No they didn't line up with where we needed
Can't you use any of the holes or hardware from the dinette?
We wanted to use new and there holes were not in the places we needed unfortunately
Wow it really opened up , awesome 👌. Did the carpet have any issue when slide was closed over it ? Safe Travels guy's ❤️
Thank you! Nope no issues! The slide used to close over the other runner rug we had as well
@@WanderingWagners Great can't wait to see what you two do next 😁 Safe Travels guy's ❤️
So 6” might have worked when considering the compression you encountered.
I still don't think it would have been enough. I'm happy we got the longer bolts
I was eyeing up the dinette to replace the one in my class C as part of my reno to sell it next spring/summah!
We gave the dinette away to a Nexus owner who wanted it since their fabric was flaking and ours was in perfect condition
@@WanderingWagners Nice! I heard at the end that it was bigger, I’m sure mine is smaller and shoddy construction in a cheaper Four Winds. I liked how easily yours was removed, the junk I have is glued and screwed to the floor. I’ll go Rec Pro perhaps.
Yeah it was a well built dinette and the drawers were very sturdy with real wood which was impressive for Nexus
Great job guys. Looks good. I like it :) And a nice big battery to top off this modification...sweet!! _todd
Thank you! We are happy with the way it turned out. So much space and more storage. What's not to love😁 the battery fit perfect too!
You can buy a magic eraser mop at Target and they work GREAT
I've looked for the eraser mops but haven't found them yet. Just use the regular erasers and even they couldn't get this floor clean...I thought it would! Ugh. Definitely better than before though I guess
Did the same thing but mine was on a slide
Oo, nice! That's extra extra space since yours was in a slide. We are LOVING it!
Magic eraser spray maybe? Worth a try.
Spray? Never heard of magic eraser spray. I'll have to look it up. However I did use magic eraser and it didn't remove the marks unfortunately☹️ haha
Drawer magnets
These child locks are working out great so far!😁
@@WanderingWagners those child locks are an eye sore. Magnets are invisible. Nice looking piece of furniture, get those things off and make it beautiful again😀
I didn’t know they put seatbelts on them to. Not sure that they would be strong enough as we know how rv construction is 😅 I sent a Amazon link to some tv mount that pull down. But I don’t see my comment from earlier 🤷🏻♂️🤔
Sometimes links get held for review by RUclips do I'll check for it in a bit. Thanks!
@@WanderingWagners I was wondering that because it’s a Amazon like maybe. Did also think of a computer screen mount as well. Seen someone mentioned that to just have to figure a way to strap or lock for traveling. The RVs with the tv above the fireplace seem to be the only good mount and location for RVs. Do like the newer ones are hidden in the countertop and pop up with a motor. Could of got a big screen with the unit behind the server unit. Thinking to late 😂there’s enough holes in the floor and would have to drill new holes if you moved it 😬😉
@@WanderingWagners wish they would stop these scammers on RUclips channels text me on telegram or whatever. try and report them but the option of reporting doesn’t work for the accounts they’re creating.
I think most everyone on telegram are scammers
AND THERE IT IS MORE INYOUENDOES IM GOING TO WATCH THE FINCHS CHRISTIAN PROGRUM KEEP THE GOOD STUFF COMING GUYS
Not sure what you're referring to but thanks for watching!
Now you have an empty battery tray to use as storage.
Yes we do! Not sure what we'd store there though haha
I keep expecting you to push a button and then the big tv comes up.
Wouldn't that be amazing😂
What are you doing about the seat belts?
You have a bowling alley now.
Which seat belts are you referring to? Dinette or couch?
@@WanderingWagners couch
@@aaronhendrickson we will install them correctly
Well done, Love the sever upgrade. When you said server my first thought was a server farm. Maybe you were going to mind some cryptocurrency. LOL No RV manufacturer is perfect but come on Nexus your not helping yourself.
Thanks! We are really happy with how it turned out so far. We had never heard of a piece of furniture called a server before this so we get it haha I guess we weren't fancy enough to know a server goes in a dining room lol