Our RVs, once they are in our hands, are as individual as we are. Making cool toy hauler RV mods is something many of us do. It’s natural we want to modify something that looks like everyone else’s. The result is a bold statement that gives it our personality so it better meets our needs.Â
We can take toy hauler garage projects we have seen others use when they live a similar RV lifestyle. Or we can go with unusual or crazy hacks no one has ever seen because it makes our life easier. No matter what reason you are thinking about modifying your toy hauler, here are some modification ideas from the RV community.
Practical Toy Hauler RV Mods
The best modifications for your living area will always be the ones that make your life smoother. Sometimes these are an easy upgrade, like a new RV mattress. Other times those RV mods are more complicated, such as adding a new power charging center. Usually they are all worth the time and investment because they offer the greatest use of your rig. Here are some of the latest upgrades that got my attention because the RVs’ respective owners were so happy with how their mods turned out.
Adding USB plug-ins throughout the RV.
Increasing the number of USB plug-ins allowed the RVer to run fans while boondocking with USB extensions. This is a nice luxury, because they were able to utilize DC power only instead of AC. Because they hauled their toys to remote campsite locations, they could now run other battery-powered items with DC adapters with the help of their solar. The freedom of solar power helped them rely less on a generator and focus more on enjoying the toys they hauled.
Switching out their fridge to a 12-volt DC.
These same RVers had a lot of solar, so going with a 12-volt DC refrigerator was a cost-savings solution. Not only that, but they also now had two different temperature settings for their freezer and their refrigerator. If you are taking your kayaks down the river, it’s good to know you can take enough supplies with you to remote areas. The RVers also said they could finally have frozen ice cream again.
A lot of RV floor plans have extra space under the garage floor. You can create a trap door and build in the space. Then you have a storage area great for spare parts and extra options to haul your toy of choice.
Other Popular Toy Hauler RV Hacks
Look into the modifications people are already making to their travel trailer, motorhome, or fifth wheel toy haulers. Popular mods might mean certain changes resonate with a lot of campers and it may be useful to you as well. These upgrades could also indicate a money or time-savings idea, or it is a better version of a nice everyday feature everyone uses. Try some of these popular hacks:
Switching lights out in the toy hauler to plug-ins.Â
Depending on your preferences for using the toy hauler, more plugs may be more important than existing lights. And you can always add battery-powered, touch lighting. But having extra plug-ins might be more critical. Especially if you need to charge toys or if you are converting the garage into an office.
Adding an easy start device to your air conditioner(s).
If you are in hot temperature areas (like we are in Texas), being able to have your air conditioner start up even with low amps is a great feature – a cool one! Consider a SoftStartRV addition. This an important RV modification for toy haulers because the ‘garage’ or toy hauling area can be a lot warmer and have more humidity than the rest of the RV.
Removing the RV sofa.
Whether you have a regular sofa, sofa bed, or theater seating, this set up doesn’t work for everyone. Especially if you are considering a toy hauler. A large percentage of toy hauler owners remove the sofa for multiple reasons. The main reason is they are using the space for rooms for their toys, extra bedroom space, office space or an extra workspace or storage. Many turn to customizable cabinetry options for a totally new way to organize their stuff.
Other Easy Toy Hauler Mods
Not all toy hauler RV mods have to be a complicated one to make things so much easier. Here are a few that most RVers hauling toys do right away:
Adding hooks.
Having a place to put your gear is hard to find in some toy haulers. Especially if you have helmets, heavy leather jackets, boots, etc. These items can be space hogs so finding some way to safely mount them to a wall grid, or by installing shelves up off the ground can be useful in adding space.
Adding an atomic clock.
If you need to keep up with the weather so you know when you can take your toys out to play, a large atomic wall clock is a nice touch of elegance and functionality. Even better if it helps you track the temperature in your garage for the preservation of your equipment or supplies.
Adding extra D-rings, lifts, or wheel chocks.
If you bought a toy hauler to actually haul toys, each type of toy may have different needs for hauling. A dirt bike or motorcycle may require extra wheel chocks. For larger, heavier toys, you may want more D-rings for secure ways to strap it down while moving. Place a variety of tie-down rings and other attachment points to give you the most versatility on the road.
What to Consider Before Modifying RV Toy Haulers
There are several important things you need to consider if you are going to do any modifications in your toy haulers. Here is a list of things to review before you get started:
- Warranties – if you have any in place, make sure the area you will be modifying will not void your warranty. You don’t want to waste money on an investment you have already made.
- Toy Hauler Insurance – make sure your RV insurance coverage on your entire RV is not voided because you decide to modify one small area. Sometimes professionals are required to perform certain services to avoid issues (like electrical or plumbing).
- Owner’s manuals – know the layout of the land before you start taking things apart. This will help you avoid voiding coverage, but it will also let you know if there are special parts you need to order or have on hand before starting your modification project.
- Social media – Can’t say enough about getting online and doing research before you start. Joining Facebook groups with your RV type will give you lots of ideas on modifications. The groups can also help prevent you from starting modifications that just won’t work with your rig type. Use YouTube too. One video can save you hours and offer short cuts on completing mods specific to your RV.
- Weight requirements – consider the item you are modifying. Will adding a solar panel or new countertops increase your RV’s weight? Will a Morryde suspension upgrade increase your height? Before you begin modifications, know what your weight and height status is, and if you can make this modification for your rig.
I hope you love these outdoor lifestyle improvements shared by RVers. Look at your specific RV type so you can get started on the right path to some awesome, DIY toy hauler RV mods that are all your own. Happy modifications!
