I did a bunch of mods in a row. Here's a blog post showing most of them:
https://www.4xoverlandadventures.com/our-vrv-flyer-modifications-april-2018-update/ I need to add my Bluesea fuse block install to the post. I am going with a more comfortable 5" mattress vs the couch cushions. I also might split the bed platform in the middle so I can roll the mattress towards the back and still have a small "Couch mode" are in the front. I will just need to add a support piece if I cut the folding wood platform.
Overall this has been a great trailer. I have had a good time tweaking it and coming up with DIY mod ideas. It does not feel coffin like, as most teardrops do. At 6' 5" tall I like the additional headroom and leg room. See below but if you bought without the factory bed platform installed you could DIY you own and possibly include a galley in the back. Similar to a Hiker but for less money.
That is an excellent walk-through by Campers and Gears. That is actually my trailer! before it was delivered to me. There have been some minor changes to the 2018's since that video was produced. Confirm pricing and feature changes with VRV though!
- The tongue bar is now longer
- You can get a different axle with hubs to match your vehicle
- VRV will install a MaxCoupler or Lock-N-Roll on your trailer if you ship them one (They don't want to stock these)
- The latch mechanism on the rear drawer has changed to a better version
- The side table is lighter now (I think) I removed mine. It's nice but the one in my trailer was very heavy.
- The doors for the storage areas are double doors vs single. On mine I removed them. The lower area is not accessible with the bed setup and doors on. With the door(s) removed I can get access to items stored. I also think on the 2018's the front exterior storage now runs the full width of the trailer with a driver side and passenger side door.
- You can order the Flyer model without the bed. I believe it is an $800 discount. So if you want to build you own bed setup (Out of 80/20 for example) you can save some money.
Feel free to post up questions and I will answer when I can. My trailer will be up in Flagstaff for the Expo but I will not be camping onsite. Ken from Campers and Gear will have his somewhere on the camping grounds inside the Expo but not in a booth anywhere. For now I am meeting some folks in Flagstaff Sunday afternoon to show them the trailer. If anyone else is interested in taking a peek we are going to meet around 4pm on Sunday right as you pull into town. The location is 10 minutes from the Expo grounds. I am going to see if I can park inside the Expo grounds on Sunday though. Sunday is usually pretty light and might now be an issue.
Thanks,
Chris
Attached images show my mobile command center/compound setup. Including my ARB room and OZ Tent RV-5.
