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Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #25 –
All of the new models of RV's seem to come with USB charging ports at handy places within the furniture/walls/cabinets.

A great substitute for this handy application would be to invest in a few (maybe as many as six or seven) auxiliary charging battery units that are available to charge up iOS and other electronic devices.  They can be "loaded up", so to speak, before a trip, or during a trip when you have access to unlimited electricity, and then parceled out to your devices on an "as needed" basis.

I have a bunch of oddball brand units that I have acquired over the years, and they all work fine, but were I starting out today on this quest, I would center my purchases at Goal Zero.  They have all sizes of useful products in this line that run the gamut from tiny to huge.

As an added bonus, these small portable units can be taken with you in an auxiliary vehicle, or placed anywhere in the motorhome that suits your fancy.  A robust set of these chargers seems like a really good alternative to me - as opposed to purchasing a new motorhome that has built-in USB ports!  ;->

We also have an Anti-Gravity gizmo for jump starting batteries that purports to have this same capability, but I have not tried it out.


Virtual hugs,

Judie  <-- Sierra Vista, Arizona
Adventures of Dorrie Anne | Photographing the West

Today:  Eggplant Parm
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Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #26 –
Quote from: Karen & Liam  - 
We have added a 6" PVC tube with caps that runs the whole width of our 98~MB.    Larry has a great idea with the locking cap if you had something valuable in the tube.  I considered those for caring skis but was worried they would be discovered and stolen.  We modified the roadside rear storage to fit my 192mm skies and Karen's too.

I added the locks to keep the fishing poles from disappearing.  Since the pipe is black and underneath, it isn't very noticeable.



Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #27 –
When Cyndy and I visited the mother ship and were shopping for a new Lazy Daze, I had a list of about 5 things I wanted included.  Most were fairly easy to accommodate and didn't require engineering or design changes.

In every case, Todd stated "We don't do that."

We were pleased to find our Lazy Daze in the exact length, floorplan, and interior and exterior colors that Cyndy wanted, two years old on an RV lot and bought it the next day. I strongly want Lazy Daze to be profitable and successful for years to come, but their inflexibility on relatively simple matters was a deal killer for me.

Harold
2014 27 MB
Towd: Either the Jeep Wrangler or trailer containing the BMW R1200GS and 2 E-bicycles
Happy wife=Happy life
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #28 –
Quote from: Larry W  - 
As long as the wood and door style is still in current use, LD will sell you replacement doors, they are not cheap but are a perfect match. /Larry

Would you share the dimensions of the door you used for your Andy Baird pantry?
Thinking we'd like to order them when we place an order for a LD.
2018 Mid-Bath Beatrix (bringer of joy)
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #29 –
"...their inflexibility on relatively simple matters was a deal killer for me."
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While I agree that LD's reluctance - and/or downright refusal - to make customer-requested changes can be frustrating and off-putting, I do understand LD's desire to avoid the "slippery slope" potential and save themselves a lot of hassle, time, and having to do “production line tweaks”. Making changes, however "simple" these might seem, for one customer will (IMO) inevitably lead to more and more people asking for more and more adaptations/changes/modifications. 

Buyers do communicate and exchange information, either in person, or through various online forums; if LD acquiesces to the requests of one customer, word gets around. The next customer says, “Hey, you did X for so-and-so, why can’t you do Y for me?” And so it goes; once exceptions are made, further exceptions are expected.

If I were to order a new LD, I would *like* to request several omissions and changes, but since I believe that the line is between “factory direct” and “custom build” is clear, and that the latter is NOT LD’s business MO, I would not hope for any concessions, accepting that if I wanted to have the factory make other than very *minor* changes, I would be on my own hook to do so aftermarket.

As always, YMMV.



2003 TK has a new home
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #30 –
"While I agree that LD's reluctance... to make customer-requested changes can be frustrating ..., I do understand LD's desire to avoid the "slippery slope..."

When I ordered my 2004 30'IB Steve Newton worked with me, to a point. When I asked for a substitute AC/Gas combo water heater the answer was a flat NO.

However, when I asked that the ice maker be deleted along with the coffee maker it was done and with credit for cost.

When I indicated that I would like the awning deleted because I intended to mount an after market awning in it's place, Steve even offered to reinforce the mounting points during the build. When I said I would be mounting a handicap grab bar just inside the coach door he agreed to reinforce that area as well. You will note that all Lazy Daze models have had a HC bar since that date.  ;)

All in all I think I came out the winner, but I had to work within Lazy Daze's parameters. I was not disappointed.  ;D
Steve S.
Lazy Bones & Cedar
2004 30'IB (Island Bed)
Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery
Live for the day!
 
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #31 –
Kit, here are the specs. Andy drew up for his pantry addition.  This, as well as a whole series of interesting prose can be found on his Web postings.  Pantry closet

Bob
2011 MB
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #32 –
Quote from: Kit  - 
Would you share the dimensions of the door you used for your Andy Baird pantry?
Thinking we'd like to order them when we place an order for a LD.

If I had a MB on location, I would measure the doors...but I don't
To order is simple, request two MB pantry doors, in the wood of your choice.
Also order two door latches to match the existing hardware .
Using the Factory doors, with matching wood for the cabinet, will provide a Factory installed look, well worth it in a new LD where a cheaper version, using plywood doors, would look out of place, IMO.

Here are the basic dimensions provided to me by Ron Tibbit, I made several modifications and added shelves.
Sorry, the scan is very light.
Pantry dientsion | Provide by Ron Tibbit. More shelves were … | Flickr



Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #33 –
Quote from: rm2011ldmb  - 
Kit, here are the specs. Andy drew up for his pantry addition.  This, as well as a whole series of interesting prose can be found on his Web postings.  Pantry closet

Bob

Note that these dimensions were for an older TK. If you get a different model, YMMV.
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #34 –
When I ordered my TK in early April, 2003, Ed did agree to do three very small "modifications", i.e., put on Bilsteins (much scowling and harrumphing: "You don't need those damn things!"), leave out the magazine rack, the clock, and the curtains in the overcab over a window that was no longer there! (I did tell Ed that I thought that putting curtains over a blank wall was flat nuts!  ::) ) Ed would not agree to leave out the shallow, but heavy medicine cabinet; it was of no use to me, and was ditched at the first opportunity.

I didn't ask to have anything added, wired, reinforced, changed, modified, or otherwise "customized"; all the stuff that has been changed, done, added, taken off/out over the past 15 1/2 years was aftermarket, and that process is ongoing!  ;)
2003 TK has a new home
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #35 –
We paid for an 'option' not to include carpet and the whole thing is linoleum behind the cab.   It occurred to me later,  does LD lay down linoleum all around and then put carpet over it?  Found area rugs do just as well and easily cleaned.  Handy with dogs.
 ;)
Joel & Terry Wiley
dog Zeke
2013  31 IB   Orwan   / 2011 CRV Tow'd LWEROVE
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #36 –
"We paid for an 'option' not to include carpet and the whole thing is linoleum behind the cab."
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I tried that, but it was firmly rejected; guess there was a thinking shift in the 10 or so years in between delivery times!  ;)  The carpet in my rig (between the couches and in the cab) has always been covered and shows no wear; I shudder to think what it would look like if it hadn't been!  :o 
2003 TK has a new home
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #37 –
We’ve had a carpet runner in the same locations (and elsewhere) since day one. To me, the added insulation below my toes is worth the cost of replacing a runner every few years. ☃️ The factory installed carpet is just one more way to keep my toes warm. Guess nowadays I’d have to pay to have it left in.🧐

Kent
2015 27' RB "MissB.Haven"
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #38 –
Joel you said, “Found area rugs do just as well and easily cleaned.  Handy with dogs.”

One thing that I’ve learned over the years being a dog owner and having area rugs in the sticks-n-bricks is Dog accidents seep through area rugs and carpet.

Years ago I began adding 10mil painters plastic with duct tape to the underside of all of our carpet pieces. “Stops Wet In It’s Tracks”. Cheap trick and very effective.

Kent
2015 27' RB "MissB.Haven"
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #39 –
Joan,  it may have been the 10 years or that we had the dogs with us when we made the Mothership pilgrimage.

Kent, that sounds like grounds for a new thread on LAZYDAZING WITH PETS. I started to write 'dogs' but remembered meeting Colddog's supervising entities at Q this past January...  ;)
Joel & Terry Wiley
dog Zeke
2013  31 IB   Orwan   / 2011 CRV Tow'd LWEROVE
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #40 –
The placement of the outdoor shower makes no sense at all. If you want to rinse off after a long hot bike ride, a run or surfing or wash the dogs feet without going into the coach why would you want to do this by entry door and make it wet  where there is usually a mat down. Why not on the drivers side by the bath room wall? That's the way most RV's are set up. This to my wife and I make no sense, what are we missing here? Were still going to order a TK when I retire, but.... just saying.
corky,patti
Soon my wife and I retire and I order a TK.
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #41 –
Quote from: Corky Ewing  - 
The placement of the outdoor shower makes no sense at all. If you want to rinse off after a long hot bike ride, a run or surfing or wash the dogs feet without going into the coach why would you want to do this by entry door and make it wet  where there is usually a mat down. Why not on the drivers side by the bath room wall? That's the way most RV's are set up. This to my wife and I make no sense, what are we missing here? Were still going to order a TK when I retire, but.... just saying.
corky,patti

The only time we have used it was to wash/rinse off the grandkids feet and hands (over a bucket) before coming into the coach....so for that purpose the location was perfect...but your points are extremely valid!
2013 31' Silver Twin Bed
Semi-retired 6/21....
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #42 –
My 98 mid Bath came from the factory with no dinette, a 3rd couch was installed instead and the rear has the drop down table of the twin king. We purchased from the original owners and they said it was a factory option at the time, though I've never seen another with this layout. It is noted in the purchase order delete dinette install couch. It has its plusses and minuses.
98 MB
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Reply #43 –
Quote from: 3Bostons  - 
My 98 mid Bath came from the factory with no dinette, a 3rd couch was installed instead and the rear has the drop down table of the twin king.  We purchased from the original owners and they said it was a factory option at the time, though I've never seen another with this layout.  It is noted in the purchase order delete dinette install couch.   It has its pluses and minuses.

That's very interesting.  Thank you for posting this information about your LD.
Re: Secret factory options list...
Reply #45 –
Quote from: Larry W  - 
If I had a MB on location, I would measure the doors...but I don't
To order is simple, request two MB pantry doors, in the wood of your choice.
Also order two door latches to match the existing hardware .
Using the Factory doors, with matching wood for the cabinet, will provide a Factory installed look, well worth it in a new LD where a cheaper version, using plywood doors, would look out of place, IMO.

Here are the basic dimensions provided to me by Ron Tibbit, I made several modifications and added shelves.
Sorry, the scan is very light.
Pantry dientsion | Provide by Ron Tibbit. More shelves were … | Flickr



Larry


Larry - Thanks so much!
2018 Mid-Bath Beatrix (bringer of joy)