If you are not sure of what a utility bed truck is then think about those maintenance trucks with a small bed surrounded by lots of storage boxes. These trucks without the camper carry tons of equipment,
Continue readingWhen you look at the Good Sam Mail Service website, you will see a list of features you get once you sign up for one of the membership plans. Once signed up, your mail is in as good hands as if the USPS
Continue readingMost dog owners are forever grateful for the benefits their dog or dogs bring to their lives. It is no wonder many truck owners want to bring their pets with them on vacation. But where to put their dog
Continue readingWhen you do not have a family, the cab-over bunk makes for an excellent storage area. If no one is using it for sleeping, then use it to keep a variety of items out of your way and from clogging your other
Continue readingIt is like falling off a log. If you know how to check your power steering, brake, and other fluids, then you will know how to check your hydraulic fluid. Engine and system manufacturers know you need
Continue readingWhen you buy fresh fruit, one of the things you can count on is that your kitchen suddenly becomes home to fruit flies. Even though they have a short lifespan, fruit flies can multiply very quickly. To
Continue readingThis is a no-brainer. Hydraulic fluid for RV jacks is not that varied. That means that you can use just about any hydraulic fluid brand as long as it is compatible with the brand you have in your hydraulic
Continue readingThere is always a lot of talk on the different RV discussion forums about how important it is to winterize your RV or trailer. However, some people either forget or do not have any antifreeze to use. They
Continue readingCamping brings all sorts of unwanted visitors. When you are out in nature, do not be surprised to find little insects, dust mites, and other creatures joining in on your camping time. It pays to have a
Continue readingWhen you are new to RV life, ask any question you want. Knowledge is what will protect you when you are on the road and when you are winterizing, make sure to ask all the questions you have. The answers
Continue readingOne of the things about smaller RVs and trailers is that the air can get pretty stale inside. You need a good vent as well as a vent fan to make sure the air stays crisp, clean, and odor free. Something
Continue readingCeiling fans are decorative but only if they are operational. They do not look or do any good if they are not working. These are simple devices that do not take a lot to get them up and running again.
Continue readingWhen you own a toy hauler and want to bring your motorcycle along for the ride, it is normal to use tire chocks. But if you install these chocks, you are stuck with an immovable object in the middle of
Continue readingOne of the toys RVers like to bring on their RV vacations is their motorcycle(s). They are handy to have along as they use up little gas and do not need large parking spaces when you are in town. Loading
Continue readingWhen you want to install one in your RV or trailer, it will take some time to find the best of the best. Ceiling fan makers do make 12-volt models for RVs and trailers. They are not as large as the regular
Continue readingThis is a project that is not meant for beginners or people who do not know what they are doing. While it is a fairly straight forward project, it does require tool skills as well as a lot of patience.
Continue readingOne of the keys to this project will be picking the right ceiling fan whose design fits the space as well as the decor. Having clashing items in your interior is not going to make the space very relaxing
Continue readingIt may not be the propane. Sometimes when you do not get the right flame level, you think you are out of propane. However, not all flame issues start with propane. Sometimes the sources can be found in
Continue readingMany RV owners have installed adjustable beds in their traditional homes. They find that the regular RV beds are not as comfortable as those ‘back home’ adjustable beds. Once they make that realization,
Continue readingWhile Forest River does not sell parts or send out diagrams for its RVs, they do have a lot of service centers in both the United States and Canada. However, some models can only be serviced in specific
Continue readingSince 2019 Forest River Cherokee Group has adopted the LCI OneControl technology. It is being marketed and installed as the Cherokee Total Control App and will have a brand new interface for 2020. However,
Continue readingYou have spent tens of thousands of dollars buying your nice new RV. Then when you can’t give it away or sell it as is, you will be disappointed that the money you get may not buy lunch for you and your
Continue readingWhile these penetrating oils are often advertised as miracle workers for just about any problem, they do have their limitations. But before they reach their limits these products do a great job for what
Continue readingIt is easy to spring a leak. There are so many places where even a pin prick can cause a loss of air. These sources can be very hard to find. But when you do find them, a quick fix may be all that you
Continue readingSome people are sick of hearing about it. Yes, the Amish people in Indiana do build RVs. What makes people tired of this fact is that the different RVs use this as a way to advertise their RVs as being
Continue readingAll of the products you find on the hardware store shelves that say they loosen bolts etc., are considered penetrating oils. They are basically all the same with the same purpose. The biggest difference
Continue readingThere will be those times when the commercially made tie downs just won’t work for your camper set up. Or they are just too expensive to buy. That is where being a DIY expert comes in handy. Improvising
Continue readingEven modern systems break down. It happens and it will continue to happen. The key is to know what needs to be fixed and where to get the right parts to make the repair.Some amount of air leakage is to
Continue readingHaving the air flow through your hair that makes motorcycle riding romantic and adventurous. These 2-wheeled vehicles are great for fun as well as going into town for errands. They also save on fuel as
Continue readingThere are different types of brakes for different vehicles. Air brakes are usually found in heavy-duty vehicles because they are better than brake pads. These air brakes work with compressed air which
Continue readingIt is a credit score world. When you are looking to finance anything, your credit score contributes to the final decision. Every major purchase will be influenced by your credit score and the bank’s
Continue readingIf you ever look at the history of RVs, you will find a lot of creativity in the design and features used over the years. The word unique is the best word to use for the 1988 Cadillac Starstreak.When it
Continue readingWhen you are looking at buying this type of oil, you will run into these two types. While they both do a good job of lubricating machine and heavy equipment parts, they are not necessarily the same. There
Continue readingThese vehicles may be old but they still have value. Generally, they are smaller RVs so they are easier to drive. The two drawbacks to owning a vintage RV is there may be a lot of repair work and many
Continue readingOne thing about modern technology is that it develops special equipment for different vehicles. In this case, the special equipment will be for medium and heavy-duty trucks. You may not have to worry about
Continue readingWhen it comes to fault code lists, there are many manufacturers that have created their own. While they relate to the standard SPN and FMI codes, some of these lists can be confusing if you are not paying
Continue readingOne of the biggest mistakes consumers make is taking the manufacturer’s word for their product. In the case of RVs and trailers, this is a big mistake because the lack of quality in their construction
Continue readingIt is a dog-eat-dog world. You may run across many RV companies that seem to appear for only a short time in the RV industry and then disappear over the horizon. It is a very competitive industry when
Continue readingYou get what you paid for. That has been the go-to mantra whenever someone compares two products. In this case, it may hold true as the more expensive shocks seem to be better than the cheaper ones. But
Continue readingIt may not be the road that is causing all the rough and bumpy ride. It could be that your old shocks need to be replaced. You can tell when they need replacing by the continual up-and-down motion after
Continue readingWhen you own an RV or trailer, be prepared to be quoted higher than usual brake and other repair prices. It seems that the people doing the work go very high on their services because they feel you can
Continue readingYou are out at your camping spot and you are going through your tools and you suddenly realize, you forgot the crank. Don’t feel bad, many pop-up camper owners have done the same thing. When you realize
Continue readingIt’s a matter of numbers and purpose. When your truck is empty and you are not towing, there is little difference between these two axle ratios. But when you are towing, you will see a slight difference
Continue readingIt may be deceptive marketing. The different retail and credit card companies have many tricks they can use to make money off of you. That is if you do not notice or read the fine print when you sign up
Continue readingIf you are going to do this, be prepared to face a lot of ridicule and taunts. These will take place even though it is a good idea to use the generator for warming up the engine and interior. But the conflicting
Continue readingEveryone needs more storage. One of the biggest problems when it comes to the RV lifestyle is finding enough storage. It has been a problem for about 100 years now. But there is only so much room you have
Continue readingIt seems that GM ventured into this market area with two models from 2003 to 2013. The models they chose to build were the Full sized Suburban and Yukon XL. While the Suburban is still around, it may not
Continue readingIt is a logical move to make. It turns out that many RV owners have improvised and used a washing machine drum as a nice fire pit. Why not? It is made of stainless steel and won’t burn and it is a nice
Continue readingIt may be an impossible search. There are some people who need more than the standard 10 to 14-foot garage space many production toy haulers come with. While the toy haulers with larger garages are called
Continue readingThe product may not be called heat tape. While everyone uses those two words to describe the product they are looking for. The real name seems to be heat cable or some form of the term heat in their name.
Continue readingYou may not have heard of Hypervent materials before but it is a type of vapor barrier that blocks condensation. This material prevents condensation from forming and in turn prevents mold and mildew from
Continue readingWasps like to build nests where it is safe for them and not convenient for you. When that happens you need a self-defense weapon to get rid of those wasps. This weapon can come from an unlikely source,
Continue readingWhen you have a wasp problem, you are not limited to using just bug spray. After all, that bug spray may not be as effective as the can says. Many commercial products are not as strong as they once were
Continue readingAnti-freeze costs add up. If you like to pinch pennies, then reusing your anti-freeze may be an idea you have mulled over. It may seem like a waste to use the liquid only once and then toss it out. But
Continue readingThere does not seem to be a standard place for these serial numbers as some owners can find them and other owners cannot. You can look for the laser-etched serial number on the square cross tube but that
Continue readingAir brakes need monitors. That is what the air governor does. It monitors the air pressure inside the air brake system. When there is enough pressure, it shuts the system down. When there is too little
Continue readingIf your RV or motorhome is permanently located, you may have a nice lawn surrounding it. That lawn requires that you keep it trimmed all the time. That duty means you need a top lawn mower and Spartan
Continue readingThere is no such thing as a dumb question. Many people have not traveled to Canada, and if they have in the past, it may be decades earlier. Rules change and you need to know the answers before you get
Continue readingIt is all about proper storage. This is something you know about due to other products that can last a long time when stored properly. While it is hard for antifreeze to go bad, proper storage can help
Continue readingNot all air compressors have governors. You will find that a normal air compressor used to power tools does not have one. But your vehicle or RV will have one when you have air brakes. It is an important
Continue readingHave a little common sense. We are not going to get preachy but with all the weird trends and fads inspired by different social media outlets, we will say it is not a good thing to drink RV antifreeze.
Continue readingJust about every commercial product you need is going to cost you some big dollars. Even the smaller amounts tend to add up if you buy enough of them. The way to save money is to start making your own
Continue readingOn the commercial market, you do not have much of a selection to choose from. The ingredients for each of the three are very basic. Of course, different brands may add their own ingredients but generally,
Continue readingGetting a used vehicle’s history. This is important when you want to avoid paying more money for repairs or title and other problems. Getting a history of the used vehicle makes sure you know what is
Continue readingYou won’t find it at Thor. The company is said to be not a factory direct retailer. We checked their website and they do not offer any parts for sale to the public. To get Thor parts you need to go through
Continue readingIt is extra counter space. When you cover your RV’ or trailer’s sink, you get a little more space to work on. It may not be much but even that little bit helps. When you need the sink, you can easily
Continue readingRVers talk in code. It is the same for many different industries and you may be familiar with this setup if you use a computer and social media a lot. Just like computer geeks, RVers have developed their
Continue readingEvery owner will have a different idea. There are many heating options you can choose from. Some are very good and others not so good. But be forewarned, when you pick an option expect other owners to
Continue readingRV kitchens are small. If you have ever owned or been in one you know how small they can be. That means you need to come up with some creative ideas to expand that counter space. One idea would be to make
Continue readingOne of the more frustrating things about towing a trailer is all the abbreviations and the many weight limits you have to be concerned about. Fortunately, the dry and hitch weights do not have abbreviations
Continue readingYou will find, if you do your own search, an endless supply of stove covers for RVs. They come in different shapes and different ways to cover your burners. The hardest part of this project is deciding
Continue readingIt is a controversial topic. But it is an important one as RV owners need to be legal when they travel to different states. Owning a gun is not wrong nor is having one in your RV or trailer. What is wrong
Continue readingWhen you forget to grease your bearings, you will find that the smooth operation of your RV or travel trailer does not take place. Keep a maintenance schedule so you can check the grease levels regularly
Continue readingWhenever anyone asks if a company’s products are any good, the answer depends on the experience of the person being asked. Dexter Axles have been in business for over 50 years. They would not last that
Continue readingQuiet time is a rule. At most campgrounds, you will find that they have instituted a mandatory quiet time for all campers. The reason they do this is that many of their guests shave to get up early the
Continue readingTo some antifreeze is antifreeze. Just as long as it works, the average RV owner is happy. Some prefer the Walmart Super Tech because it is cheaper and comes in a 2.5-gallon jug. To them, that is the perfect
Continue readingWindow replacement may not be cheap. That is because RV companies may have strict policies on what happens in these situations. If you are not still under warranty,k the cost can get extremely high. Check
Continue readingDepending on your travel trailer, you may not have a lot of space to put your bikes. This means you may have to get a little innovative and find unique spots for those bikes. Of course, the number of bikes
Continue readingWhether you like it or not, there is a tax somewhere in every state. The problem is that these tax assessments are never fair. Even in the state of California, the sales tax is not really that fair. It
Continue readingThe dreaded sales tax. Some countries in the world hide the sales tax in the purchase price. That way you see one price and pay that price. However, in America & Canada, the sales tax is added afterward.
Continue readingThe smallest 5th Wheel trailer would be the Scamp 19-foot Deluxe model. However, in that small space do not expect to see a front living room. Despite its small size, it will sleep 6 people. But when you
Continue readingThe U-shaped dinette table is a staple of the RV industry. It is a way to save space while serving a maximum number of people. The problem is that it is not the most comfortable seating option or the most
Continue readingTools are required. Not just any tool but the right one at the right size for the job. It is important to go with the right size as some RV parts are slightly smaller than similar parts on the same appliance.
Continue readingIt is not the end of the world. If you do not have an RV water heater element wrench, all is not lost. You can still remove the bad element by using other tools in your tool box. It just might take a little
Continue readingKeeping your dog clean. It can be a chore when you are on the road, especially when your dog is larger than the shower. You could bathe him or her outside but why not treat your pet to a great bath by
Continue readingTurning your kitchen tap on when you are ready to do some clean-up and no water comes out. Not a great feeling especially when you like everything neat and clean. But the fix may not be as difficult as
Continue readingWhen you are on a tight budget, you can’t always go with a name brand no matter how good their products are. The good news here is that there are plenty of inexpensive backup camera alternatives that
Continue readingRV beds are extra storage space. That is the unique thing about beds in trailers and RVs. You can just lift them up and pack some extra clothing or other items inside the frame. It is a handy storage area
Continue readingThere are RVs out there that now come with a full glass door. But there is a regular RV door behind it. The glass does not show anything as the view is blocked by the regular door. You can just see through
Continue readingBeauty is in the eye of the beholder. You will find this statement true when it comes to RVs. You may like the look of your RV or trailer but others may see them as a blight on the landscape. You should
Continue readingTrying to stay warm can be an ongoing battle when you are camping at higher altitudes. It doesn’t help your sleep when your furnace decides to quit working at that time. But if you know how to do the
Continue readingThe first impression you may get when RV owners say do not use acetone on rubber is that it will dissolve the latter like acid. Won’t happen but it is also not the right product to use when you want
Continue readingThis is one thing you will notice when you buy an RV. You will find that there are GVWR, curb weight, dry weight, and other weight scales you need to know about. Sometimes it is very hard to keep them
Continue readingIt s easier on the joints and you get a good cardio workout. Biking when you are on the road is a great way to get rid of any cobwebs after hours of driving. The good part is that it is free to do and
Continue readingYou have to read the different web pages with a critical mind. Especially when it comes to TPO and rubber roofs on your RVs or trailers. There are a lot of differing opinions and not all are accurate or
Continue readingThere are reports of faucets exploding. By exploding, it is meant that they come apart due to the water pressure in your RV water lines. If it happens to you, make sure to shut the water off first before
Continue readingTechnology keeps upgrading RV features. That is what is happening with this new attachment to your RV. When it says it is solar ready, you already have the wiring installed to connect to a plug and play
Continue readingGetting rest is one thing that can be hard to do in an RV or trailer. The mattresses that are original are not always the best quality and it pays to upgrade to one that you prefer. Sleep Number may be
Continue readingYou can as long as city officials do not know about it. But once they find out, you may be facing a lot of fines. A lot of owners have various reasons why they want to do this project and one is to make
Continue readingRVs are not known for having the best sleeping accommodations. Their sofa beds, etc., can be quite uncomfortable even if they are a tri-fold model. The best thing to do is add your own adding if you want
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