MY RV MODIFICATIONS & UPGRADES 🛠 | Cherokee Wolf Pup 16TS Travel Trailer

[@tomballard4794]

I like the bumper magnetic and the neatly ran wires. I see the screens on the outside,smart. And remove that refrigerator was smart. I painted my hitch on the trailer so I could see it better on the trucks backup camera. Makes hooking up a little easier.

[@davemullner7170]

Great ideas my friend! Thank you! Almost bought a pup but needed a different floor plan. Very new to this RV thing, just got my trailer this week! Also just discovered your channel, so it's binge time😄

[@joefreds792]

Dude so fascinating! I'm looking forward to the toy haulers, but loads of helpful items here. Thanks for enduring the heat and only complaining about it once! Really enjoy all the clever placed hooks and mounts.

[@derekroyal7775]

this is the Trailer I have decided on so thanks for all the tips and hints. I am retiring and will be using it full time it's with in my price range its nice to see it will work for me with just a few adjustments. Love the floor plan on this.

[@sum2automation]

The 18TO has the best floor plan with largest slide in 18ft trailer. After year's of dragging 18TO up down the mountain in northwest, we would buy it again! Forest River is truly junkie construction but we upgraded as needed. For the price it still the best floor plan for our needs and lot's of fun. I highly recommend upgrading the tires size and load specifications. We get off road and boondock as much as possible and 18TO size is truly perfect. Thanks for sharing yours. Be safe and have fun!

[@mikemeddowcroft801]

A very nice- neat trailer, good luck with it.

[@MrSujano]

Great video! Lotta helpful tips, thanks!

[@Retic1]

Thanks for sharing your camper updates!

[@ProfNinaVance]

Great video, thank you! Can you make a video on how you organize all your pantry items and cooking utensils in the camper?

[@elizabethgrayson530]

You are pretty damn handy! I just bought this camper, but am not skilled enough to take on all your upgrades!

[@cbuth387]

nice job man. all good stuff.

[@alexolmos4617]

Really nice set up!

[@explor794]

Great upgrades

[@rogerdale2229]

Awesome job on your upgrades. I have a Wolf pup 16BHSBL and you defiantly gave me some great ideals.

[@jeffherald8542]

Good work on the upgrades and thank you for sharing. We just bought a Wolf Pup 16pf and I will be looking for good upgrades during our first season with it.

[@BellaviaSigns]

Some great ideas for sure thanks for sharing

[@1ronsario]

Thanks a lot for sharing this idea,asking if you have a separate video how you install the lift spring,solar panel the utensils drawer?

[@kylequintana]

I had a question for you, I seen a video where you upgraded the solar charge controller and other components. I have a 16bhs which has a lot of the same equipment stock as this one. I’m having a hard time figuring out why the new charge controller isn’t powering the camper unit up with lithium battery installed. This is what I have, 75mppt charge controller and 200ah lithium battery. Removed stock waree controller and had 4 wires total coming from the wall. I attached all wire to the new controller and through the app that runs Bluetooth it’s giving me 20-22volts from solar and 14volts from the battery but nothing is powering up.

[@MrBermudez2902]

Amazing Videos.Thank you. I was Looking to see what you used to extend your Propane hose for the dual regulator. My 2022 16ts comes with 5' hose that that is about 10 inches 2 short to to connect to the regulator from the main line. on your video it seems you connected the hose into some type of coupler. Trying to find out which one you used.. Thank you

[@willierascon5111]

Great video. What LED light strips did you use? Thanks in advance.

[@TheRVPastime]

Just a generic strip on Amazon

[@darrenm3595]

@@TheRVPastime What On/OFF switch did you use?

[@TheRVPastime]

DaierTek 5pcs 12V 20A Waterproof... www.amazon.com/dp/B07SGWXB3P?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@saulalanis6578]

Good stuff muchacho!

[@sharonb5965]

Nice job. Good ideas for better comfort and nicer style..But as a woman my cleaning utensils like mops or broom are always hidden.

[@philgonzalez3213]

How you doing.... Good shit. I need to know the garden hose fitting please

[@LovelyArts4U]

I bought your personal Wolf Pup camper a few months ago, our first trip was to Utah lol😅we saw your plates “Utah”. I am so glad you made these videos so I could learn about your RV and all you did to it. Wondered if you had any idea why the panels are not charging my batteries, I have to use a generator to charge them. I did check the breaker and it did flip so I fixed that but still no luck. We are with a group of RVers at Utahraptor state park helping the park build trails and paint bathrooms etc. “A YEAR TO VOLUNTEER” is the group. Check out there videos. Thanks again!

[@TheRVPastime]

Wait, you bought my actual trailer?? Or the same model?

[@LovelyArts4U]

Yours!lol

[@LovelyArts4U]

Just watched the video about 1 yr review and are thinking we need to do something for suspension so any suggestions would be appreciated, by the way my husband told me to tell you, you make good videos!

[@TheRVPastime]

Wow! That’s crazy. Sorry to hear about the solar. I’m not sure if anything was changed with the setup so it would be hard to diagnose unfortunately. If you happen to be passing through Salt Lake this weekend I could look at it but I’m only there tomorrow. Send me some pics of the current power setup and maybe I can help. [e-mail]

[@manny4941]

My parents just bought the same rv only thing different is the window by the kitchen is longer, I have question where did you buy your toilet?

[@bhersh1150]

Nick - awesome to have a fellow aviator and Wolf Pup owner sharing stories. Hope OSH 2021 was great for you. Out on our first trip with our ‘22 16FQ and dreaming up all the mods we want to do. Glad I found this channel! Request - my rig has an unused exterior light control on the Cherokee OneControl panel. Want to tie in an under trailer LED strip to that control. Suggestions on how/where to find that electrical connection?

[@TheRVPastime]

Sorry for the delay, that connection should tie to the control module but the location varies from different models. Usually behind or near the wall control panel.

[@johnl1074]

Nice upgrades. I own a 2022 Wolf Pup 18RJBBL Toy Hauler. My mods (so far)... - 600Watts of Solar Panel. - Victron 3000 watt inverter/converter - 300AH LiPO battery - progressive industry built in surge protector - soft start on AC (for boondocking ac operation) - made a cupboard of the paneled off section under the stove top. - installed 40lb propane tank in placeof 20 pounder - reworked cupboard above sink to recover 30% of wasted space (electrical covering panel using up 1/3 of space) - spare tire mounted under trailer (reclaimed under bed storage area) - installed piezo igniters on stove burners - swapped (incorrect) 3000 lb leaf springs with proper 3500lb leaf springs And then just this month... My neighbors landscaping crew broke my bed area emergency exit window. 30"x22" window. Do you know that these cost from $650 to $1700 dollars. JUST FOR THE WINDOW. Absurd price for the Black Label limited frameless flush mount window. So, if you have a Black Label Wolf Pup be very cautious with your windows.

[@randyyool9034]

What do you run for a weight distribute hitch brand and weight requirements thanks

[@TheRVPastime]

It’s a Blue Ox Trackpro BLU27FR 13k/1,300k

[@dustyroads7613]

Great video! You forgot to show everyone your sweet under the bed battery set up! 😁

[@TheRVPastime]

There’s a whole other video on that! ;)

[@dustyroads7613]

@@TheRVPastime awesomeness!

[@Teal73yt]

Hi Nick, Can you give me more information about the sumo springs, thinking about doing that on my 2022 wolf pup BHS, there are quite a few different sumo springs on Amazon. Which model did you install? How difficult is the installation? Appreciate any help! Thanks, Randy

[@TheRVPastime]

Hey Randy. I got these for the trailer: a.co/d/ftKasO8 Install was a breeze. eTrailer has some great install videos as reference as well.

[@marksr8784]

Nice Mods 😊

[@loganstanford448]

The 18TO doesn’t have that stud above the window by the bed to mount a tv to but has one on the ceiling in about the same place. Do you have any recommendations about how to get a tv in the same spot you have here if there wasn’t that stud there?

[@michaelpace6347]

Awesome job man ! We just signed papers for a wolf pup 16FQ and ive been watching all your videos lol do you know the bulb sizes for the marker lights and tail lights ? My pickup truck is all LED I'd love to do the same to the trailer !

[@TheRVPastime]

Awesome! They are 194 LED’s

[@frootyf16]

We picked up our Wolf Pup 16FQ. It is incredible. Hope you’re having fun with yours.

[@cferdinandi]

Do you have any details on the exterior LED light strip replacement? I absolutely hate the blue, and am looking to make a similar upgrade.

[@TheRVPastime]

Just a standard LED strip from Amazon spliced into the existing wiring.

[@RotoCityTech]

Nice trailer. We loves our wolf pup 16bhs and now have a grey wolf 23dbh. Also, nice views on your vids. Quick growth for you. Can I ask how you’re getting such growth? I’ve been at this 4 years now and it’s tough!

[@banditbuck0091]

How easy was the headboard removal. Have a 17jg which has a similar headboard section but hard to see how it is attached. Don’t want to remove completely but would like to pop It off, trim the back and remount to make a bit more room for the better RV queen we purchase that has a bit of interference when trying to raise it to get at the storage as the thicker size sits a bit under the ledge but not enough to completely warrant removing the shelf completely

[@TheRVPastime]

It’s just a few screws. Easy peasy.

[@garyvineyard1318]

Where did you buy the spring helpers from that help stabilize the trailer?

[@TheRVPastime]

Amazon. Should be in the description of the video.

[@steverino5987]

Nice job on the upgrades! Where did you get the slide out silverware tray and what size?

[@TheRVPastime]

Amazon! I added a link to the video description. It was the 11”x18”x5” size.

[@steverino5987]

Great! Thank you, I’m gonna get one.

[@aaronjo331]

Hey, keep watching your videos over and over again. Can you post the usb connector you bought off amazon?

[@TheRVPastime]

Sure thing. It’s in the description of the Mods video at the bottom.

[@teknowil]

on the outdoor shower, why do they always have a lock? Im going to replace mine with a cargodoor thumbscrew.

[@TheRVPastime]

The only thing I’ve thought of why they do that is just to prevent the latch from opening in transit. But, a properly installed thumb latch should hold also

[@joeeyd777]

What truck are you pulling the trailer with?

[@richardfranksr4510]

Is adding the digital thermostat as simple as disconnecting the analog and wiring in the digital?

[@TheRVPastime]

Yup!

[@michelledandre6626]

Very nice. May I know the TV brand? The 40". Thank you.

[@TheRVPastime]

Vizio

[@mellieaqua6954]

GreatJob 👍🏽😊

[@fishingismydrug1]

Did you swap out the dinette for chairs? We have a 2018 keystone bullet crossfire 19’, with a rear dinette. I want to remove it, put in recliners or a love seat. Also, we are in a similar situation for tow vehicle. We have a Nissan Frontier, which we owned before buying the trailer. I’d love a 3/4 ton or Nissan Titan XD, for the same reasons why you upgraded from the Tacoma. I noticed your axle is underslung, ours is overslung, hhhmmmm… might have to look at ours, see if that would be a help or a hindrance. Some addons I’d like to do - undermount spare tire carrier. For the spare tire and a honey wagon - honey wagon - foldable water tank, with pump. - backup camera on trailer - bumper mounted carrier, like the one you took off.

[@TheRVPastime]

Not yet. Plan was to take out the dinette and add a couch but I haven’t found one I liked that was a reasonable price yet. I may not end up doing that before I upgrade to a bigger trailer to be honest.

[@fishingismydrug1]

@@TheRVPastime I don’t blame you for waiting!! Thank you for both of your replies!!

[@warrengilbertson231]

how much bleach and how many gallons

[@nelsonsoaresusa]

Do you have thermostat to control the air conditioning?

[@TheRVPastime]

I did an aftermarket mod that placed a thermostat with Bluetooth control in the unit. The original unit only has temperature adjustment knobs

[@thebrotherhood08]

Hey man, loved the mods you did! How much did you sell your rear rack for? My wolf pup has the same thing and we’ve never used it so I’m thinking about getting rid of mine

[@TheRVPastime]

I believe I sold it for about $100 or so

[@migmigjohnson6083]

Does your solar system keep up with your Air conditioning? Asking because I have a very similar trailer.

[@TheRVPastime]

It’s not enough solar to keep the batteries charged while running the AC on battery. You would need many more panels and real estate on he roof to make that work for this size trailer unfortunately.

[@dorabil]

Looking for the video where you ran the vent hose on your wolf pup

[@TheRVPastime]

It’s on here

[@elizabethgrayson530]

Can't wait to watch your solar upgrade, I am finding out that the solar panel is basically useless, just not powerful enough. Also my fridge isn't working when I hook it up to my house with a 30amp plug? It just won't cool. Not sure if it is the fridge or my house amperage.

[@TheRVPastime]

Hmmm. What kind of fridge do you have?

[@elizabethgrayson530]

@@TheRVPastime it is a 10.7 cu ft Cannon

[@TheRVPastime]

Interesting. Is the temp select blinking? If so, cycle the 12v. Some people have had issues where the fridge is only a little cold but the freezer is fine and that light is blinking which I think is when the fridge can’t keep temp or there’s voltage fluctuation. Resetting the temp select or cycling power altogether seems to fix when that happens

[@elizabethgrayson530]

@@TheRVPastime Aha!!!! YES the light was blinking! Both the fridge and freezer can't keep cool enough. First the freezer stuff was melting, so I took it out then later in the day I noticed the fridge was not cooling well either. I just turned the fridge off inside the fridge itself with the power button. I will leave it off for 24 hours then restart it? I did notice on the voltage meter in the camper that the voltage fluctuates...? It is anywhere from 9-11 when plugged into the house.

[@TheRVPastime]

You should only have to briefly reset the power to it. You may have a bad battery if you’re seeing those kind of voltage changes.

[@djstewart6649]

Impressive upgrades! I tow my 2021 Wolf Pup 16fq on pavement. It sees dirt roads entering and exiting RV parks. Would you recommend the Sumo springs for me? How much did the combined weight your upgrades reduce your regular carrying weight? Thanks for sharing this video .

[@TheRVPastime]

I would recommend the Summo springs still. Road or no road, I think they’re nice to have. The upgrades added a couple hundred pounds, so you’d have to consider that based on what else you have in the trailer. In my case, I still had some overhead.

[@robertcovemaker9440]

I agree impressive upgrades but i also would be concerned with adding that much weight . Extra tank, I assume extra batteries, solar panels etc, etc. Be careful I think this is pushing the limit I have a 2019 16fq and it is a good trailer for what it is but is is light duty with little margin for error on specs.. Axles, frame , wheel bearings will not handle all those extras If you require all those bells and whistles start with a more substantial trailer

[@TheRVPastime]

No extra tanks. All add ons and personal gear all within prescribed weight limits. I am a frequent user of the Cat Scales :)

[@nick1122]

What city do you live in brotha ? I need some upgrades I want installed I have the same trailer

[@prof.crastinator]

There already is a utility connection undernesth your trailer, fyi- at least for the bhs.

[@TheRVPastime]

Utility connection for what?

[@prepperboss]

How does one change to a digital thermostat?

[@TheRVPastime]

Just wire it up! :)

[@tanyapitre731]

Can you link to the thermostat?

[@TheRVPastime]

Emerson 1E78-140 Non-Programmable... www.amazon.com/dp/B00204WWGE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@MilesLB]

When you took out the little mini-fridge from the outside compartment, did you try to remove the metal tray that was there. I see you left it, but I would like to remove mine but it seems you would have to completely remove the compartment frame to do so. Any ideas?

[@TheRVPastime]

It is totally a pain according to others who have take it out. Lots of cutting, yelling, and tears apparently. So, I left it in since I’m using it for utility purposes anyway, it acts as a nice little tray to keep things from moving around.

[@MilesLB]

@@TheRVPastime thanks for reply, decided to leave it too.

[@LovelyArts4U]

I left mine in and took off the panel under the sink so it became my instapot and pans storage.

[@elizabethgrayson530]

Is that the 5g myfi for $399? ...how is it working? What did you plug it into...is that the hotspot thing the camper comes with?

[@TheRVPastime]

Indeed. It’s plugged into the USBs in the speaker mount next to the bed. This is not the same thing as the WiFi pre-wire thing built into the trailer.

[@warrengilbertson231]

how many gallons of water in a 2016 17rp wolf pup

[@TheRVPastime]

I would suggest looking up on the Forest River website

[@st6795]

where did you get your silverware rack pull out?

[@TheRVPastime]

Pull Out Cabinet Organizer（11"W x... www.amazon.com/dp/B08DKTSZTC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@aaronjo331]

Would like to know where you purchased the blinds those look sweet.

[@TheRVPastime]

Thanks for reminding me. I just added it to the description. They are from Select Blinds. www.selectblinds.com

[@billymcfarlane787]

Hey, what size did you get for the bed area ? The website says the sizes may very ??? I would like for mine to fit inside the valence like your. Thank you. (Great videos!!)

[@TheRVPastime]

I don’t recall what the size was. But they provide a measuring guide that makes getting the right size easy.

[@CadetMeyer]

If you use a trailer brake controller, Do your LED LIGHTS flicker when the trailer is plugged in but the vehicle lights are turned off?

[@TheRVPastime]

Nope. I do not have that issue.

[@CadetMeyer]

@@TheRVPastime I have a 16BHS and would like copy you with the LEDs - are you able to link?

[@TheRVPastime]

I already had them but they are 194 LEDs

[@mikeschlieman3295]

Geeze Louise! That backup camera is expensive.

[@TheRVPastime]

It is stupid expensive!

[@TexasNailEducator]

I want to add more solar. I am in Houston, Texas. Are you hereby? I need advice.

[@TheRVPastime]

I am not unfortunately. I am in Utah. :)

[@wang1224]

The old school thermostat does not require any power and it's heat only control. If you disconnect battery power and put trailer in storage, you do not have to re-program the date/time with primitive thermostat. That's the only reason I could think of why using such primitive equipment.

[@TheRVPastime]

AA battery for the one I upgraded too 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@MilesLB]

If you find time, a little more info on the thermostat please. Thanks!

[@TheRVPastime]

What would you like to know? Simple one for one swap. www.amazon.com/dp/B00204WWGE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_Z77K93152Z8WVCC7X48F

[@MilesLB]

@@TheRVPastime That's all I needed. When searching Amazon for digital RV thermostat nothing was coming up under $65. Wish it came in black as mine is on the cabinet with the other controls instead of the wall.Thanks again!

[@mattwest6939]

What digital thermostat is that?

[@TheRVPastime]

Emerson Thermostats 1E78-140 Non-Programmable Heat Only Thermostat for Single-Stage Systems a.co/d/dT7WRaf

[@mattwest6939]

@@TheRVPastime thanks bub I appreciate it