Picnic Table for Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome

Picnic Table for Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome

There is no picnic table for Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome.  But a picnic table is important, so choose the right RV parks.

Space is very limited in any RV, so there is no room to haul around a picnic table.  But having a place to eat and relax outside is very important.  That’s the job of the RV park.

A lot of RV park developers put wooden picnic tables out.  It doesn’t take long for the wood to disintegrate and leave the table all but useless.

Have a list of questions for an RV park.  High on that list is: “Does the site have a picnic table?  What is it made of?”  Choose a campground with a metal or plastic picnic table.  That way, it won’t be falling apart, and you can move it to be adjacent to the exterior TV and speakers, as shown in this photo.

This gives you the perfect picnic table for Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome.

Lighting in 2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome

Lighting in 2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome

Lighting in 2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome is outstanding.  There are twenty-four (24) lights in the INTERIOR of the 2018 Thor ACE 30.4 and thirty-four (34) lights on the EXTERIOR.

Not to be rude, but the reality is that a lot of RVs have dim lighting.  You could do surgery in this 2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome.  And you have 14 different On/Off switches to enable you to use the lighting where, when, and how you want to use it.

2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Puck Light

Round surface mount LED ceiling lights are used.  Easy to install and have a great low-profile look.

  • Dimensions: 4.75″ Diameter x 0.75″ Height
  • 6 warm LEDs
  • No switch
  • Includes 2″ to 6″ wire leads
  • Low-profile look
  • Assembled Product Weight — 0.29 lb
  • Brand — Fasteners Unlimited Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H) — 4.50 x 4.50 x 0.75 Inches

Replacements for the Fasteners Unlimited 001-1050 Surface Mount Round LED Ceiling Lights are available at WalMart.  There are eight daisy-chained LED Ceiling Lights in the Living area and another four daisy-chained LED Ceiling Lights in the Bedroom.  When one goes out, they all go out, so you have to find and replace the bad one.  Start with the light closest to the On/Off Switch.

There are also two of these lights under the headboard cabinets in the Bedroom, two under the cabinets in the Dinette, two under the cabinets over the Sofa, and two under the cabinets in the Galley.

There are three of these lights in the Bathroom.  The oven has one recessed light under the exhaust fan; there are two lights in the Cockpit; and a step light in the ENTRY.

24 Lights!

And, there are thirty-four (34) lights on the EXTERIOR, plus blinker lights and high beams.

SONY DVD – Blu-Ray Player in 2018 Thor ACE Motorhome

SONY DVD – Blu-Ray Player in 2018 Thor ACE Motorhome

2018 Thor ACE Motorhome has a premium SONY DVD – Blu-Ray Player.  So, you can play either DVDs or Blu-Ray discs.

You should never travel without the ability to play movies, and since many movie releases are available in Blu-Ray, this motorhome let’s you enjoy anything you want to see.

AND MORE — the SONY DVD – Blu-Ray Player has a USB Port.  This means you can plug in a device holding your photo files with a USB cable.  Then you get to see your memories on the 50-inch SONY HDTV.  You will LOVE this.

Cabinet for SONY BDPS1700 DVD Blu-Ray Player

The SONY DVD – Blu-Ray Player is easily accessed from the cabinet just to the left of the ENTRY above the left side of the DINETTE area.

SONY DVD – Blu-Ray Player Operating Instructions

This Blu-Ray player supports Full HD 1080p Blu-Ray Disc playback from its HDMI output and upscales standard DVDs to near-1080p quality.

It provides access to over 300 streaming services that can allow you to play movies, TV shows, music, and more with a valid subscription and broadband connection. Additionally, the BDP-S1700 is compatible with many file and audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio for a dynamic surround sound experience. The USB port supports peripherals such as thumb drives (aka Flash Drives)  for easy playback of a variety of file types.

Stream from Your Favorite Apps in Full HD

Access over 300 streaming services, and enjoy endless entertainment including movies, TV shows, music, and more from your favorite apps like Amazon Prime, Netflix, YouTube, Hulu Plus, Pandora, Amazon Instant Video, and others.

Enjoy Blu-Ray Disc Movies in Full HD and Upscale Your DVDs to Near-HD Quality

Watch your Blu-Ray Disc movies in Full High Definition quality for depth and image clarity exceeding that of a DVD. The BDP-S1700 also upscales your standard definition DVDs to near-HD resolution, so you can enjoy enhanced detail for all of your favorite movies.

Easy Navigation with a Customizable, User-Friendly Interface

Finding apps and features is quick and simple with a graphical user interface. Browse on your TV screen with easy-to-navigate panels – content is divided into featured apps on one side and your favorite apps on the other. Everything is neatly organized and quick to launch.

Super Quick Start Gets You Watching Faster

With Quick Start mode and Fast Loading, it takes less than 1 second to boot up your Blu-Ray Disc player. You’ll be able to get to the action quicker with even interactive discs loading in as little as 30 seconds once the tray is closed. If you’re not watching Blu-ray, you can launch Internet content even faster, too.
SONY-BDPS1700-DVD-Blu-Ray-Player

Enjoy Your Videos, Photos, and Digital Music with USB Connectivity

Easily display your videos and photos on your TV or listen to your digital music by simply connecting your USB storage device to the Blu-Ray player’s front USB slot.

Dolby TrueHD for Sound as the Director Intended

Enjoy peerless audio quality with Dolby TrueHD, which delivers lossless sound across movies and music. By reproducing sound identical to original studio masters, it offers unparalleled audio fidelity for Blu-Ray Discs, DVDs, and downloaded content.

Reduce Energy Costs with an Energy Star 3.0 Rating

With an Energy Star 3.0 rating, the player will consume less energy during its use and when it’s in standby mode.

Water in Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome

Water in Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome

All RVs are not created equal when it comes to WATER.

2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome City Water Connector
2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome City Water Connector

All campgrounds are not created equal when it comes to WATER.  Choose campgrounds with above-ground water outlets that are easy for anyone to use.  I’m 75 and disabled.  I can’t operate a spigot located down in the ground.  When I fall down, I can’t get up, so I have to use a loud siren that I wear around my neck to summon help.

The City Water Connector shown above is perfect.

2018 Thor ACE 30.4-2-way Water Hose Valve
2018 Thor ACE 30.4-2-way Water Hose Valve

I connect my 2-Way Water Hose Valve to the city water spigot.  It is equipped with a hard rubber connector that makes it easy for anyone to connect and disconnect it.  Then I connect my hoses.  I have the option of no water flow (shown here), water from either valve, or water from both valves.  Just turn the black knob(s) to the ON position.  This is a special addition to this 2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome.

This Thor ACE 30.4 RV has a large capacity Fresh Water Tank that you fill with a white sanitary garden hose with a special filter to keep contaminants out.  It has a 50-gallon capacity.  Most RVs do not come with the hose, and if they do, don’t use them.

2018 Thor ACE 30.4 WATER Filter
2018 Thor ACE 30.4 WATER Filter

This RV comes with an absolutely sanitary hose that has never been used for dirty work.  And the Water Filter is essential.  It stops contaminants from the city water connection from entering your Fresh Water supply.  I’ve installed this on both of your hoses, so you don’t have to worry about a thing except navigating city streets in an 18,000-pound house on wheels.

2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Fresh Water Inlet
2018 Thor ACE 30.4 Fresh Water Inlet

To fill the Fresh Water Tank, just connect your white sanitary hose to the city water spigot, turn it on, and put the end of the hose with the filter into the Fresh Water Tank Fill.  If water starts to run out, you’ve filled it to 50-gallons, and it’s time to retract the hose, shut off the City Water Spigot, and close the cap on the Fresh Water Tank Fill.  This water inlet is comfortably positioned about chest-high on the right rear of the motorcoach, so it is much easier to use than those in other RVs.  Other RV manufacturers seem to have used Simone Biles to do their design and have neglected the needs of normal people.  Go Thor!

2018 Thor Ace 30.4 Motorhome Camco Water Tank Filler with Shut-ff Valve
2018 Thor Ace 30.4 Motorhome Camco Water Tank Filler with Shut-Off Valve

This 2018 Thor ACE 30.4 also has a Camco Water Tank Filler with Shut-Off Valve.  It allows you to fill your Fresh Water Tank in a fraction of the time of those without this attachment.  The Filler minimizes line back flow while filling at or near full pressure.  Screw the Camco Filler onto your hose, and insert the Water Tank Filler, long side up, into the Fresh Water Tank Fill, and fill ‘er up.

2018 Thor Ace 30.4 Motor Home Hookup Connections
2018 Thor Ace 30.4 Motor Home Hookup Connections do not require acrobatics. Water, Electric, and Cable TV

Then connect the hose with its filter to the City Water Connection located next to the 30-Amp power connection and the Cable TV connection.  Turn the City Water Spigot on high, and this allows your motorhome to use the city water for all your needs.  Zillions of gallons of Fresh Water if needed.  This saves the water in your Fresh Water Tank for times when you do not have a city water connection available.

2018 Thor Ace 30.4 BASEMENT Bay 8
2018 Thor Ace 30.4 BASEMENT Bay 8 – Sewer hookups for Black Water and Gray Water Dump. Outdoor Shower.

This Thor ACE 30.4 RV has a 47-gallon Gray Water Tank.  This is the wastewater from the sinks and shower.  A 47-gallon tank minimizes your tank dumping duties.  It dumps by pulling the Gray Valve.

This Thor ACE 30.4 RV has a 40-gallon Black Water Tank.  This is the yucky liquid with stuff floating in it.  A 40-gallon tank minimizes your sewer duties.  It dumps by pulling the Black Valve.

This Thor ACE 30.4 Motorhome has an Exterior Shower.  You may not be into showering naked outside your RV in a campground.  The External Shower gives you a way to wash up while outside.  It should also be used with HOT HOT water to clean your sewer hose following Black Water dumping.  It’s located in the same Bay as the sewer equipment and connections.

Here is an extremely comprehensive Guide to the Water System in the 2019 Thor Ace 30.4 Motorhome.

Sanitizing Your Fresh Water System

Winterizing your Water System

Holding Tank Heating Pads