Usain Add-ons
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Telescoping Ladder Add-on
Usain came with an optional ladder added on by the dealer. It can be removed and placed “anywhere” around the van for access to the roof. At least, that’s how it’s advertised. Except it can’t be placed anywhere on the passenger side due to the awning. Except it can’t be placed where the solar panels…
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Step Stool Add-on
In order to things higher up in Usain’s “garage” (see Garage Pegboard Mod) we found we needed a step stool. This one works also to serve as a drink table when sitting on chairs outside of the van. The bonus is that it fits nicely in the garage when held by a bungee cord.
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Security Cameras Add-on
We initially added some cameras to Usain for security purposes in order to keep a watch on it while we’re out hiking or doing other things away from the vans. But now that we’re traveling with cats we’re really glad with have them in order to monitor them while we’re away. We use a variety…
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Travel Tote Add-on
With no center console between Usain’s seat, we decided we needed something that would allow us to have things within reach while driving. We found this travel tote that holds everything we need and fits perfectly between the seats. When stopped for the night we typically move it to the driver’s seat.
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Foot Rest Add-on
Short wife + high van seat = need for a footrest.
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Broom Add-on
The ultimate add-on when living in such a small place — a broom. We originally purchased this broom from Home Depot when we tent-camped, and its small size is perfect for Usain. We keep in clipped to the wall behind the driver’s seat using a Command Broom Gripper.
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Drinking Water Pump Add-on
There is a large debate over whether it is safe to drink the water coming from water stored in RV fresh water storage tanks or even directly from various campground sources. We’ve decided to err on the safe side and purchase drinking water. This also allows us to also reserve water from the storage tank…
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Bathroom Trashcan Add-on
There is very little room in Usain’s wet bath for a trash can. The space between the toilet and the sink is the best place for it, but it’s very narrow. We struggled to find a solution until one of us remembered that we had a couple of old Tupperware cereal containers in storage that…
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Cabin Trashcan Add-on
No explanation is really needed for this add-on. We found this trashcan on Amazon and it fits really well hanging on the side of the galley sink.
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Refrigerator Thermometer Add-on
When researching RVs I found that RV refrigerators can be fickle. While typical RV refrigerators run off of propane, the Boldt’s is totally electric — runs from AC power when the inverter is on and DC power when the inverter is off. We have found it very dependable and haven’t had an issue but a…