RV Captains Chairs: What To Do If Yours Are Badly Worn + Ways To Enhance Your Current RV Seats
Direct sunlight will fade a set of RV captain’s chairs quicker than anything. That beautiful… [MORE]
RV Wheels 101: When Was The Last Time You Checked The Torque On Your Lug Nuts?
The owners manual on every new RV states that you should re-torque the wheel nuts or lug nuts… [MORE]
Go Behind The Scenes In The RV Industry: Take A Free RV Factory Tour!
Are you new to the world of RVs and still shopping for the best RV, travel trailer, or motorhome… [MORE]
RV Catalytic Heaters: Yes, They Can Be Used Safely While RVing
If you travel in your RV during the fall and winter months, then you need to ensure that you… [MORE]
Lightweight RV With Bunkhouse + A Stackable Washer/Dryer = Full Time RV Dreams Come True
Since it's more expensive to be a fulltime RVer than it used to be (due to the price of gas,… [MORE]
RV Driving / Towing Tips
RV Wheels 101: When Was The Last Time You Checked The Torque On Your Lug Nuts?
The owners manual on every new RV states that you should re-torque the wheel nuts or lug nuts after the first 100 miles or so. Then periodically recheck the torque to make sure nothing has changed. This is a critical safety issue that often gets overlooked or just ignored. In fact, aside … [Read More...]
Using Your RV Mirrors: Advice For Backing Up + How To Use RV Hand Signals
When you have a rearview mirror mounted in the middle of the windshield, all that’s visible (in most cases) is the bed in the back bedroom. That's why some RVs -- especially large Class A motorhomes -- don't even have an rearview mirror mounted inside the RV. You get a wider view of what's … [Read More...]
Best Tips For RV Trailer Parking & Backing Up
There's no doubt about it, RV trailer parking can be tricky -- especially when it comes to backing up! Fortunately, many high-end RV resorts provide pull-thru parking pads which makes your ability to access them much simpler. Unfortunately, if you're like me and traveling on a budget, … [Read More...]
Repairs & Add-Ons
RV Captains Chairs: What To Do If Yours Are Badly Worn + Ways To Enhance Your Current RV Seats
Direct sunlight will fade a set of RV captain’s chairs quicker than anything. That beautiful panoramic RV windshield distributes the sun's ultraviolet rays directly where you sit. Believe it or not, RV windshield covers and sun shields actually do work. By neglecting to use a window shade … [Read More...]
RV Warranty Issues & Tips To Avoid Rejected Extended RV Warranty Claims
The one area of RV ownership that can give you the most problems is warranty work. You assume that when you buy a new RV and the contract says you get bumper to bumper warranty coverage for 3 years 36,000 miles, if a problem should arise it would be taken care of. However, many times that's … [Read More...]
RV Awning Tips To Avoid Damage In High Winds
Traveling along Highway 10, east of Tucson Arizona, odds are very good that you will find the remnants of an RV awning that got destroyed by the wind laying in the ditch. During spring and early summer, the winds coming across west Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona can be strong and … [Read More...]
Living In An RV
RV Catalytic Heaters: Yes, They Can Be Used Safely While RVing
If you travel in your RV during the fall and winter months, then you need to ensure that you will stay warm and comfortable throughout your journey. Are you planning on spending more than one night stationary? If so, do you have adequate battery power to operate your on-board furnace? If you … [Read More...]
Lightweight RV With Bunkhouse + A Stackable Washer/Dryer = Full Time RV Dreams Come True
Since it's more expensive to be a fulltime RVer than it used to be (due to the price of gas, RVs, and tow vehicles), many have chosen to downsize in order to make the dream a reality. However, downsizing your RV doesn't have to mean going to the laundromat to clean your clothes when you're on the … [Read More...]
RV Work Tips For The Modern RV Office
Working on the road, in the comfort of your own RV -- could life be any better? Many are choosing to work from home these days and pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Fortunately, with some portable electronics, many “work at home” careers can be easily taken on the road! Here's how … [Read More...]
Before You Buy An RV
RV Locks & Trailer Hitch Locks: What You Need To Know
Can you imagine what would go through your mind if, upon returning to your campsite, all you found was the paper tag posted that showed you paid for the site? It does happen. The scenario: You unhitch your fifth wheel or travel trailer and head into town to see the sights. As soon … [Read More...]
RV Class A, Class B, and Class C Motorhomes Explained
If you haven't had much exposure to the RV lifestyle before, then you're probably wondering what Class A, B, and C are all about.Is one type of RV any better than the other?What are the advantages and disadvantages of one over the other?With so much money involved in purchasing an RV, you sure … [Read More...]
5th Wheel RV Trailers vs Bumper Pull RV Trailers – See Which Is Best
When it comes to RV trailers you have 2 basic choices: The 5th wheel RV trailer which hitches directly over the rear axle of your truck. The RV travel trailer which hitches at the rear bumper of your car, SUV, or truck. Fifth wheel RV trailers generally start in the 20 to 24 foot … [Read More...]
Things To See & Do
Go Behind The Scenes In The RV Industry: Take A Free RV Factory Tour!
Are you new to the world of RVs and still shopping for the best RV, travel trailer, or motorhome that meets your needs? Or are you a seasoned RVer who enjoys learning everything there is to know about RVs, including how they are manufactured? Regardless of which one of those best describes … [Read More...]
Kentucky RV Campgrounds We Stayed At Along The Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Following is a brief review of the places we stayed on a recent RV trip to Kentucky. We traveled along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, visiting bourbon distilleries during the day and camping at RV parks at night. This is what our motorhome is like. This is what the distillery tours are … [Read More...]
RV Camping & ATVing In Minnesota: Nemadji State Forest & Garfvert Campground
We recently went camping in the Nemadji State Forest. It's a hot spot in northern Minnesota for RVers who happen to also be ATVers. Our destination was Garfvert Campground on Pickerel Lake just outside of Nickerson, Minnesota. It's a campground that is smack in the middle of 143 miles of … [Read More...]
