



ScottJobz - Dream RV Build Project - Tacoma, WA









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The Project Exterior Overview - the original decals were painstakingly sanded off, and over a month's time was spent transforming the stock exterior to a plasti-dipped blue, black and gray shell. Custom painted artwork was added to showcase the locality of it's owner and provide a truly unique look. The awning is fully automated and exterior 50" flatscreen tv is mounted easily by hand when the RV is deployed at camp - the external TV plugs in to a specialized and weatherproof HDMI outlet junction box and 110v AC plugin. Beneath the external TV mounts a bluetooth sounbar, which plugs in to the other outlet.



The awning is also completely automated and deploys at a flick of a switch. When deployed, a mister-hose can be affixed to the awnings edge and plugged into the side of the RV, providing a nice cool misty environment for everyone kickin it outside. Additionally, there is an external shower mounted on the rear driver's side - perfect for spritzing off at the beach or when dirty to not track debris inside.







The main door features a bluetooth lock. Access codes (one time, durational or permanent) can be texted to friends if you are not there and want to allow them access.









Interior Overview - The original interior was completely gutted.. EVERYTHING. The 10' long butcher block bar was custom fabricated to provide a ton of surface space, which makes it perfect for tail-gating at any event. All of the cabinetry is from IKEA and features magnetic snap locks and come to a gentle, slow close when closing. The RV features a total of 4 HD flatscreen TVs - one up front which flips down between the driver and passenger seat, one facing forward mounted above the seating area, one facing rear in the bedroom area and finally a large 50" externally mounted unit which is deployed when the RV is setup at camp.



Appliances and Aftermarket Features - The AC/Fan unit mounted on the ceiling has been fitted with a 400w smoke machine, which is inducted into the squirrelcage fan and exhaused through the ceiling vents.. filling up the interior very quickly with dense party smoke! There are 3 ceiling exhaust fans, all each controlled individually via IR remote - they can push air in or out, the speed is adjustable and they can be set to shut down if they sense rain automatically.







Above the cabinetry are 2 separate LED lightstrip systems which provide full RGB colors, can be linked with the sound system for strobe effects and are able to be controlled via WIFI through an app on your smartphone.











Bathroom - The bathroom was completely gutted and features a fully tiled (yes, real tile) interior, with a large toilet, overhead shower, sit-down bench and drain in the middle of the bathroom.









Additional Features & amenities Lighting - Everything is LED, to reduce power consumption when dry camping. Most LED lights are dimmable, and the RGB strips along the cabinets can be controlled wirelessly to match the audio output. One night, we turned on the smoke machine, filled the cabin with smoke, turned on a lightning storm track https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fNLEPrNi2A, juiced the subwoofers and sound system to the max and synced the lighting to the thunder - strictly for testing purposes. It was pretty awesome, especially after a few drinks in.

Appliances - The LP gas stove and oven was removed to make room for the counter top. The unit currently features a microwave (mounted above the fridge) and a toaster oven (mounted above the countertop). An automatic ice maker rests beneath the countertop, draws water from the main fresh water tank and provides up to 5 lbs of ice per day - perfect for keeping the cocktails coming! The refrigerator is fully electric (no LP) and boasts a freezer underneath the main reefer.

Tankless Hot Water Heater - The on-demand heat can reach up to 124F and run continually for up to 20 minutes before an auto-safety shutoff will kill the unit to ensure it's not accidentally left on. It definitely provides enough time for a long hot shower!

5.5 GPM Water Pump - All of the water systems can run simultaneously off-grid without worry of reduced pressure. You can run the shower, sink and outdoor misters all at the same time without worry of pressure reduction.

Bedroom - The fold up beg utilizes 2 linear actuators, completely customed built in conjunction with a garage door opener to automatically deploy and retract. When retracted, a sitting table seating 4 can be utilized in the empty space, adding 4 more seats to the interior, which collectively can seat 11 - (3 captains chairs, 2x4 bench seating). For privacy, a curtin extends across to the countertop, closing off the bathroom and bedroom from the rest of the cabin.

Sound System - completely custom, bluetooth integrated, 2 12" subwoofers mounted underneath the main sitting area ;) and features backup camera - it's loud! Here's a low quality video and walk through of the RV about 3 weeks before completion.









Wireless - The RV has a Verizon mobile hotspot. From this, a user can utilize the fully wifi thermostat and adjust the vehicles temperature from afar. Whether you want to cool it down, or heat it up, all you have to do is open the app on your smartphone, connect and set. The alarm system is also integrated, allowing the RV to be armed and disarmed from anywhere - your phone will also start alarming you if the RV's alarm is triggered.

Remote Start - Both the engine and generator can be started remotely through the RV's mobile WIFI hotspot.

Wireless Air Bags - Because the rear driver's side of the RV is much heavier due to the fully tiled bathroom, airbags were added on the rear axle to even out the chassis during transit. It also doubles as a leveler when reaching camp.





Synopsis - This project spanned the better part of 4 months. Working closely with the owner, the design "evolved" as the project progressed. There were no plans, there are no blueprints. The entirety of this one-of-a-kind mobile party home was developed as systems, fixtures and appliances were installed.



After field testing it at the beach this last weekend and putting it through the paces, a few small issues were noted and we put together a real time list of issues encountered. It took one day to remedy the issues and the RV was ready for delivery.





This project began as all do, with a few drinks, conversations and a project needing done. What began as a stock 1998 motorhome has finally transformed into a one of a kind and fully customized DreamRV. It's purpose is one of many, but mainly it's to have a fully self-contained mobile "home" with all the amenities.. minus a washer and dryer.



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