ELECTRONICS
One of my top 10 upgrades! This is a large 10.1" Kenwood stereo head unit with RV-aware Garmin maps, CarPlay and Android Auto. The screen is stunning and the features are rich. I had it professionally installed and they installed an interface so the steering wheel controls still work. Don't believe the Amazon reviews — this unit is top notch!
I installed two of these to work with my new Kenwood DNR1008RVS head unit. One is for the backup camera, and the other for a front-facing camera. The are 1080p HD and look fantastic on the Kenwood screen.
This works! It turns a 1 or 2 bar unreliable cell signal into a usable connection! Before install, I spent 8 days in a State Park and could barely get data out or phone calls in. I installed this and returned to the same campground and I had a solid and reliable cell connection! Very impressed.
After researching dozens of weather stations and buying 5, this is far and away my favorite. I hard-wired it into the RV’s 12v power so that it doesn’t require the inverter. For more details about its features and my step-by-step installation guide, click here.
I installed this “whole house” alarm system in my rig after getting broken into while parked in storage; this alarm system is a fraction of the cost of what was stolen. The loud siren is a deterrent and thanks to my RV Wi-Fi, I’ll be alerted on my phone the moment any door or compartment is breached.
I installed this Echo Dot above the galley, hard-wiring it into the RV’s 12vdc electrical system. It’s a fun addition that works perfectly with my Ring Alarm System and my Wi-Fi network. Custom-created routines make my RV a Smart RV!
After much research, I decided on this make/model, and I’m very happy with this purchase. In the event of an accident, hit and run, brake check gone wrong or even a mishap when your RV is parked and unattended, this camera will archive the moment and their license plate. Click here for more information about the installation of this camera.
In order to capture video while parked, you’ll need to hard-wire the camera into the RV. Though you can technically modify the USB cable included with the camera, this specialized cable + module hard-wires the camera directly into the 12v fuse box with both a “battery” and “accessory” power connection. In this way, the camera knows when the RV is parked and unattended (ignition key is removed). Click here for more information about the installation of this cable.
It’s important to get both a fast and high capacity SD card for your dash cam. This one meets both requirements. It records several hours of footage before the camera automatically loops and records over the oldest footage.
I use this wireless router connected to an old iPhone to provide Wi-Fi 24/7 inside the RV. For more info on how I set this up, click here.
If you have an iPhone or iPad, this adaptor allows you to view Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube, photos, etc., from your mobile device straight to your TV’s HDMI input. Also required is a short HDMI cable.
Apple TV is a great way to stream any show on iTunes, Netflix and Amazon Prime Video directly to both TVs. The remote is bluetooth, so it doesn’t require line-of-sight. I keep my Apple TV in the cabinet above the kitchen sink (behind the TV).
I use this to mount the Apple TV on the back wall of the cabinet interior (behind the main TV). I originally had the Apple TV taking up space in the cabinet itself, but now that it’s up and out of the way, there’s more space for my printer and DVD/Blu-ray collection.
This device allows me to connect both my Apple TV and Blu-ray player to the main HDMI input of the RV. Simply press the button on the device to switch between the two sources. Works like a charm!
This printer is very small, wireless and prints with surprisingly high quality in both black & white and color. AirPrint is an Apple technology that wirelessly connects iPhones, iPads and Mac computers directly to this printer. I keep it in the cabinet above the kitchen sink (behind the TV).
This ink is compatible with the Canon iP110 Wireless Printer.
The two small speakers in this set of four replace the two over the dinette. One of the large 6” x 9” speakers replaces the “subwoofer” near the propane detector (underneath the closet). I added the fourth speaker in a new location. For installation details with photos, click here.
I have two of these, one for each 6x9 “subwoofer” in the house sound system. These are only necessary if you upgrade to the Kenwood component system just above. For install details, click here.
I replaced the two larger speakers (above the cabover bed) with this pair, and they make the house radio sound much better when combined with the other stereo mods I’ve done. I’m now in search of replacing the two smaller speakers over the dinette/couch. For installation details with photos, click here.
I installed a pair of these above the bed, and they sound amazing! I now have stereo speakers (with bass) when watching TV or a movie in bed. For installation details with photos, click here.
I added two of these amps under the kitchen sink (behind the house stereo). These are key to getting much better sound in the “house” — but ideally they are in combination with new speakers. For installation details with photos, click here.
I used just one of these speaker boxes when I added a 6” x 9” speaker to the forward side of my dinette (facing the driver’s seat). This box protects the speaker from the storage compartment underneath the seats. For installation details with photos, click here.
Looking for a premium upgrade to your exterior speakers? This is it! However, for them to work, you’ll need two things: 1” spacers and an amp (both listed on this site). These speakers are powerful and loud, but require a powered amp to function as intended. For installation details with photos, click here.
This pair of 1” spacers is required to mount the Polk Audio MM1 outdoor speakers. These spacers compensate for the shallow exterior wall, enabling the deeper speaker to fit in the same space. For installation details with photos, click here.
I upgraded all 4 speakers in the chassis/cab with this set from Kenwood. To get the best sound, you need to also add an amp + subwoofer. PLEASE NOTE: The large speakers in this kit require some modifications to the chassis door panels. For details about installation, click here.
The professionals at Street Sound Plus in Van Nuys, California built a custom housing for this 8” subwoofer and installed the box in the area just below and behind the two front seats. The whole floor of the RV rumbles with a clean and impressive low-frequency sound. For details about installation, click here.
The powered subwoofer requires an amp and this one gets the job done. The addition of this amp also provides more power to the 4 main speakers providing a rich and powerful sound system. For details about installation, click here.