Enhance your time on the road with these practical, game-changing improvements
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or full-time traveler, a few smart upgrades can make your RV feel more like home — and less like something you’re just “getting by” in. The right enhancements don’t just add comfort — they can improve performance, reduce maintenance headaches, and make your rig more enjoyable long term.
Here are five of the most worthwhile RV upgrades you can invest in — all of which Murphy Mobile RV Repair can help install on-site in Orange County.
1. Soft Start or Easy Start AC Installation
Run your air conditioner smoother — and quieter
One of the most common complaints in RV life is that the air conditioner pulls too much power, especially on 30-amp hookups or when running a generator. A Soft Start or Easy Start unit solves that.
Benefits:
- Reduces the surge load when your AC kicks on
- Helps avoid tripped breakers or generator overload
- Let’s you run two rooftop ACs on a 30-amp service
- Extends the life of your compressor
Murphy Mobile RV Repair can help you choose the right product and install it cleanly — no need to drive to a shop or climb on the roof.
2. Suspension Shackle Straps & Wet Bolt Kit
Make towing smoother and extend your suspension’s life
Factory suspension parts on most RVs use plastic or nylon bushings that wear out quickly. Upgrading to steel shackle straps with wet bolt grease fittings makes a huge difference.
Benefits:
- Improves handling and ride comfort
- Reduces suspension wear
- Makes future maintenance easier
- Adds long-term durability to your travel trailer
We install high-quality suspension kits for single- and multi-axle RVs.
3. High-Performance Roof Vent Covers
More airflow, less worry when it rains
Standard RV roof vents can let water in — or require you to close them when driving. Upgrading to a MaxxAir-style vent cover gives you more flexibility.
Benefits:
- Run roof fans in any weather
- Keep moisture and heat moving out
- Protect your vents from UV and rain damage
- Add a more finished look to your rig
It’s a simple upgrade, but one that RVers love once they have it.
4. LED Interior & Exterior Lighting
Brighter, cooler, more efficient
If your RV still has incandescent or halogen lights, switching to LEDs is a no-brainer.
Benefits:
- Uses far less power (especially important for boondocking)
- Produces less heat inside the RV
- Brighter and longer-lasting
- Available in soft white, warm, or natural tones
We can help retrofit both interior lighting and marker/brake lights outside.
5. Upgraded RV Thermostat (Digital or Smart)
Better temperature control, fewer surprises
Many older RVs use analog thermostats that are inaccurate or inconsistent. A digital or programmable upgrade gives you more control over your comfort.
Benefits:
- Set precise temperatures
- Improve AC and furnace efficiency
- Some models offer Bluetooth or WiFi control
- Cleaner, more modern display
This is a quick install with a big impact — and we’ll make sure it’s properly calibrated.
Want to Upgrade Your RV Without Leaving Home?
Murphy Mobile RV Repair offers on-site installation for all of the upgrades above, and we’ll walk you through your options so you only pay for what you’ll truly use and appreciate.
Call (714) 450-5086 or book your visit online
to schedule your next RV upgrade.