Whenever you have trouble it is always best to check the simple solutions first. Not only does that save you a ton of embarrassment, but it can also save you a lot of money. Plus, the simple issues are
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If you want to make a statement, you can always go with the Egg Camper. These little trailers are ideal for young couples who only want the basics. Plus, they are easy to tow. Their lightweight makes sure
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If the price is too good to be true, then it probably is a scam. There are some scam alerts on the internet being posted. They identify those ads selling this model of trailer for $1000 or less. The same
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When you don't need a lot of luxury or features, you can always go small. There are plenty of smaller travel trailers made over the years and these small trailers were lightweight. That made them easy
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One thing you don't want behind your tow vehicle is more weight that it can handle. One way to avoid that problem is to find a nice fiberglass trailer that is strong and durable. With the right search,
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To make the calculations and come up with the answer, all you need is a few math skills and the problem is solved. Then you need to figure out if your budget can handle purchasing the number of solar panels
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Old and used isn't bad. In fact, if you go through the used RV ads, you can find a gem of a vehicle and pay far less than if you bought a new one. The extra savings can go for other activities or food
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With the number of con artists and other nefarious characters out there hiding your real home street address becomes a necessity. It is also not that difficult to do. All you have to do is apply for one
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When you go camping having a light and portable space heater on hand is valuable. They are easy to use, produce lots of heat and fill in quite well when your other heaters do not work. These heaters use
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When you want to stand up, it's not quite that easy in a standard van. For most of them, you are lucky to get 4 feet of height and that is not enough to stand up straight. When you want to move easily
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A foamy trailer is something that may come in handy. They are cheap to build as well.These campers are easy to build. A bit time-consuming as you have to put layers of canvas over the foam boards, then
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When your Onan generator stops working it is tempting to find a replacement. Not with the same Onan model but with a different brand and different design. The cost may be cheaper which is why it is so
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Since the invention of this induction cooker, families have had to change their cooking pots. Only metals that could be attracted to a magnet will work on these cookers. But to save energy, making the
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The more things change. The more they stay the same. For most people, a battery is a battery no matter how many letters are placed on the label. For others, all that matters is the price, not the lettering.
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Parking is at a premium. The more crowded cities get, the harder it is to find a place to park. That is just for cars as many cities place parking restrictions on their streets. Those restrictions were
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One of the big advantages of using a chest-type fridge/freezer is that the cold air stays in the fridge a lot longer when you open the door. This is a big difference from the cabinet-style fridges/freezer
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DIY ideas and thinking outside the box works for creating some unique bed designs. All you have to have is some common sense, the right supplies, and a little building skill and you have a nice unique
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Old is not always bad. While technology always seems to be improving on RV designs and components, sometimes older RVs have the quality, the craftsmanship, and the style. Buying new gets you the upgrades
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Sometimes it is hard to keep up with the ever-changing consumer product lineup. What you used and liked last year, mysteriously disappeared from store shelves this year leaving you scrambling to find a
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When you go to gas-type heaters, it is all about the fuel. If you burn the wrong kind you could damage your kerosene heater and make a large mess. You may not get the performance you expected either. The
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One thing about screen doors, they are flexible enough to handle just about any trailer you own. While it may be tough to fin done to fit your specific situation, solutions are out there. The key will
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The concept of less is more is very popular. But Winnebago beat everyone to the punch when the American fuel crisis influenced them to go small. The result was a unique RV that had a decent engine but
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When you want a lift in life. There are legal ways to do just that especially when you own an RV. The power lifts you can buy will help provide you with more storage space, make an area multi-functional,
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Home delivery makes the difference. That is one thing about home heating oil. You don't have to go out and buy the product at your local gas station and fill the oil tank yourself. It is all done for you
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Power is always a concern. Not only do you need power to heat your RV, but you also need to make sure the heater’s power draw does not break the bank. Watching your power usage is one way to save money
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It might seem like overkill, but it can be done. You may not have considered using a big rig to tow an RV but many people have and they seem to have a lot of success at doing it. The major issue will be
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Purified water can be as clean and fresh as real glacier water but it is a lot more convenient. Instead of traveling thousands of miles to get to a glacier, you may just have to drive a few blocks to get
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Customizing can be fun. No matter what car, van, or truck you own altering its look, performance and power is always an option. Plus, it is a lot of fun as you get to make the selections of parts, colors,
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The design you pick will depend on the type of lifestyle you want to live. Not everyone can fit into a Ford Expedition conversion so you have to be careful in how you want yours to look. These vehicles
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Almost all RVs use propane to heat water, the air, and the stove. Not everyone is thrilled with having that flammable liquid so close to their living area. Plus, they do not like the cost in time or money
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Suburbans are not considered the go-to type of vehicle to convert. But it can be done. Whether you use a high-top conversion or attach a tent, will depend on your camping preference as well as the size
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It seems the favorite one with RV manufacturers is hide and seek. That is where they hide the key components, and you have to spend hours looking for them. What makes the game worse is that sometimes the
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Made to be a direct competitor. The Chinook Class B RV must have been a real winner for one company to build a Transvan model to compete against it. These unique vans did not have a long lifespan but they
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Small bed sizes, no problem. You can get smaller mattresses to fit any size sleeping space you have in your camper or RV. The key is knowing where to look and if you can’t find one in traditional stores,
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This seems to be a very popular project to take on. People are just not satisfied with the standard 12 volt Fridge in their RVs. So they take matters into their own hands and create their own solutions.The
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You may see a lot of battery brands on sale at your favorite retail outlet but did you know there are only about 3 battery manufacturers in America making almost all of them? That is the way it is these
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Not everyone wants the world to know that they are sleeping in their van. Those rooftop vents are often dead giveaways that someone is sleeping inside. Those people who like a little privacy prefer to
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When you need to stay warm, it's always good to have an efficient and effective heater in your RV. The key is to not have one that is complicated to start or use. A simple device does the same job and
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All you need is a good sleeping bag to wrap around you and you can stay nice and warm. However, the face is in an awkward position and holds your ability to breathe. That configuration makes it difficult
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As the technology becomes more advanced, the more money you could possibly save. For example, the ECO throttle on the Honda generator automatically adjusts the fuel draw depending on the appliance you
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When you need water, you need it fast. The biggest problem with an electric pump is that so many things can go wrong at the wrong time. They are great devices but when they lose power, they are just another
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It is good to know that you can use your PT Cruiser as a nice bedroom and living quarters. A car is a car and they all can be used as beds at some point in time.This really is not a tough project to do.
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When it says while traveling, it does not mean that you can boil water while you are actually moving. A little common sense is involved in this process and a little common sense will prevent any injury
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Keeping warm is a situation that has people looking for economical methods to keep the cold outside of their RVs. Kerosene heaters are portable, easy to use and the fuel is not always that expensive. The
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The quest to stand up in a van isn't always going to be an easy one. Vans were originally made to haul cargo and boxes and crates did not need extra room. But where there is a will there is a way and you
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No matter what appliance of the RV you are looking at, it is all about the power to run it. If your generator is too small, then your RV time may be a bit uncomfortable. If it is too large, you may be
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You hate sleeping on them. That's one of the common features all RV dinette booths have. They are very hard to sleep on. One reason for that difficulty is that either the space is too small or the mattress
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Sometimes one generator is just not enough for what you need to run. Instead of buying a more powerful generator and getting more power the simple way, they put one and one together and achieve the same
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Security is important not only for your health but also for the life and good condition of your RV furniture. Making sure everything is ‘nailed’ down when you are on the move is one way to keep your
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One of the best ways to see Brazil and experience the different cultures is to buy a truck camper.Camper Duaron is one of few Brazillian truck camper manufacturers. Its specialty is to manufacture their
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There is no reason why you cannot enjoy a good barbecue dinner when you are out with your RV. The trick is to not use up valuable storage space inside your trailer or RV. That is why so many people turn
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Hide and seek is a kid’s game. Yet, for some reason, RV manufacturers have taken that game, used it, and then brought it to a whole new level. Trying to find key parts in your RV is not a lot of fun.
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Having a good generator in your RV makes a lot of sense as there will be times you will need lots of power and no outlet will be nearby. The trick is finding one that is reliable, efficient, and doesn't
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It would be nice if this was a perfect world. Nothing would break down, nothing would need repairing and you could go about your day trouble-free. However, since it isn’t a perfect world, it is good
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Solar panels are a viable option. You can’t live by battery power alone. Sooner or later, those batteries will run out of power and need to be re-charged. By installing the right solar panels you can
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Locks are supposed to be your friend. That is why everyone has them. It used to be that no one needed to lock their homes, cars, and so on. But today, there are locks on everything. How good those security
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One of the problems with boondocking in Southern California is that the majority of large cities are located in that region. That makes it especially difficult to boondock in those areas. But that region
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California has been the go-to vacation spot for many years. Its diverse nature lets you get close to nature in the north and the east while letting you access all the theme parks located in the southern
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Towing is a way of life. Then with so many vehicles to choose from, it is easy to assume that they all tow the same amount of weight. But they don't, and you have to be careful as some vehicles tow a lot
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You may not have seen one. One owner has reported that over the years since they bought their used Fiber Stream trailer, they have not seen another one in person. There is a good reason for that. The Fiber
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Everyone wants something for nothing. While it is nice to get something for nothing from time to time, it is not a good way to run a business. If everything was free, no one would have money to pay their
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Mercedes is known for building top-quality cars full of luxurious features and options. yet the company has not forgotten that people in all classes have needs. Their fine automobile line also comes with
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Coffee smells good and brings a jolt in the morning when you need it. Plus, to most people, it tastes really good. Those are positives most people can enjoy no matter where they are. However, making a
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Febreze has been used for a long time to get rid of foul odors that seem to linger in your RV forever. However, while it does a good job of masking those bad smells, there is a dark side to the product
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The name may sound a bit weird but it has a very practical use. These boxes provide extra storage when you need them. Plus, they ride on the tongue so you are not losing any valuable trailer space anywhere
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Unknown may be cheaper, but it is not always the best deal around town. You can save a lot of money buying unknown battery brands and come up with a real gem of a battery. But then, you may also come up
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Trucks are not the same. They can be customized and people take that opportunity to make their truck function the way they want it to. But when it comes to towing a 5th wheel, those customization efforts
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It can be hard to tell the difference between RVs and manufacturers. Some differences are hard to see as they are all behind the scenes and do not show their presence until something goes wrong. Just take
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Keeping your cool is not free. You will have to pay something for you to remain cool when the temperatures rise. Many times that cost comes in amp usage and you need to know how much power you will use
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While you may think you know what a claim by an RV maker is saying, the terms may be referring to something completely different. That is the way it goes as the makers of RVs are trying to outdo their
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The numbers on the same series of vehicles may be different but that doesn't mean the vehicles have any difference between them. You have to look beyond the surface to know if you are getting a better
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When you want to DIY, having a nice project helps fill in those spare weekend hours or retirement days when there is nothing to do. Converting a van into a camper is a very constructive project that can
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The car won’t start. You are out on a lonely country road and all of a sudden your car won’t start. There is no hope for a kind stranger to come driving by and have a pair of jumper cables in his or
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I know a guy who knows a guy, who knows a guy and he said... This is what you get many times over when you try to get information on different products. It can be frustrating as there are so many contrary
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You may complain that your built-in bathroom is tiny, but there are some RV models out there that do not include a bathroom in their floor plans. Everything is done outside or in a shared setting. That
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Not every truck has the ability to tow a lot of weight. Some are made only to haul heavy cargo loads, while others can do that and tow heavy trailers. The towing capacity depends on the manufacturer and
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When you buy newer cars, you get to take advantage of all the technological upgrades that have come into existence over the years. You can drive faster, have more conveniences, and sit in comfort for hours
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When you want a spacious trailer but do not want the largest sizes, you can always look at those RV trailer manufacturers who build spacious models yet keep the length down to a minimum. Which one is better?
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No matter which vehicle they own, the owners generally find themselves in a situation where towing is the only option. Towing can be a lot of fun if you have the right vehicle. Sometimes minivans are not
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Different car companies have different specs and capacities. You have to check specific car models to see if there are any differences. Each car company adds different towing capacities to different model
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Some RVs have problems with their seals. The caulking used does not have the right stuff and sometimes dries out too quickly. Then you can always use the cheaper putty tape brands, but you run into the
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Less power, more economical seems to be the trend with many RV owners these days. They want to cut their power expenses, so they replace larger AC units with smaller ones. They use less power and have
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The cost is in the details. Base price is just that, a starting point. Unfortunately, the price only goes in one direction after that-- up. Your costs for any RV will depend on all the added features you
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Getting where you are going sometimes depends on how much you can tow. Unfortunately, not every modern car is capable of towing large amounts of weight. You have to check the owner’s manual to see exactly
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SUVs are not minivans. That is why you will not see any ratings or content related to the CX-5. Many people may confuse the two, but they are different vehicles with different tow ratings. The towing capacity
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The towing capacity doesn’t tell all. The figure may tell you the weight the vehicle can tow. However, it does not provide other details. Some cars need to have a towing package installed, which can
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Duracell is a 100-year-old company that has been making batteries during that whole time. Then it is the first company that had a battery make it to the moon. That took place in 1969. Trojan is almost
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Winterizing is no fun. When the winter season comes, and you do not use your RV, you can perform different tasks to make sure your RV is ready for the Spring or Summer seasons. This means picking the best
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They call it a side by side. If you are not sure what that term means, then you are not alone. A side by side is slang or shorthand for a vehicle that has its seats--side by side. That configuration doesn’t
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Government language is not always clear. Sometimes it is hard to understand what the government is saying because they revert to legalese or special government language. Many questions arise because people
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There once was a time where you could point your finger at a company and say ‘they make their own products in this country’. But that is not the case anymore as overseas companies offer lower costs
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Curtains offer some privacy. At least hospitals think so. Unfortunately, curtains don't block sound from going to one room from another. When you have a snorer in your RV, it is best to find a way to block
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Finding a good RV fridge may be the treasure hunt of the season. Many fridges use too much power and can break down at the drop of a hat. With a bit of research and a good power delivery setup, you should
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For those boys who never grow up, there is a toy hauler for you. They can be large or small toys, and you will still be able to bring your toys along on your next RV vacation. All you need to do is a little
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One of the most vital parts of an RV is the flooring. When you have a solid floor underneath you, it is possible to live normally and without worry. However, those floors can get damaged, making RV or
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This can be a confusing issue as everyone has their own opinion on how to get those tasks done. They also have their own way of doing things. Then the manufacturers don't help when they too ignore the
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You know what tire brands to buy. Now you need to know where to get them installed and put on your RV. While this may seem a daunting task, it is as easy as buying the right tire brands. The key will be
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When there is an odor, there is a problem, especially when that odor comes from your bathroom commode. This seems to be one of the weaknesses of technology. While technology can create nice upgrades, they
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Life can get boring even when you are on the road in an RV. As exciting it is to see new places and meet new people, RV life still needs a break from the same old thing. Finding the right RV entertainment
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It's not because they are angry. Blowing as fuse in slang means a person is very upset at what you or someone else has done. When it comes to electricity, blowing a fuse means the fuse box is upset at
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