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RV Storage Door Holders: 3 Options For Easier Basement Access
Are you tired of getting whacked by RV basement storage doors falling on your head? Are you looking for RV storage door holder options so you can stop holding up your rig’s basement doors with...
QuickZip Sheets: Super Easy Fitted Sheet for Your RV Mattress
In this post, we’re focusing on an RV bedding solution that can be helpful for just about every RVer. QuickZip Sheets make sure that odd-sized RV mattresses stay snugly covered all night long. They also...
How to Replace RV Jack Springs: Use Your Brains, Not Brawn!
Several years ago, during a wintertime visit to Zion National Park, we experienced a failure of our HWH hydraulic leveling jacks. It was a self-inflicted wound caused by our lack of attention to a potential...
Who Owns Tiffin Motorhomes and Where Are They Made?
You’ve probably heard of Tiffin and have likely seen their popular rigs on the road. But who owns Tiffin Motorhomes, and where are they made? Are Tiffin motorhomes good quality? And what’s this about Tiffin...
Multiple Ways to Make a Fitted Sheet Fit an RV Mattress
Typical residential mattresses usually come in pretty standard sizes, which is handy for buying the right size sheets, particularly fitted sheets. Some mattresses are thicker than others, but at least the widths are pretty standard....
Can You Run Your RV’s Air Conditioner(s) While Driving?
Can you run an RV air conditioner while driving your rig down the road? That’s a good question, especially with the summer camping season right around the corner. Spoiler alert, the answer is “Yes, but…”...
What Is Overlanding & How Is It Different From Boondocking?
Because it’s our favorite way to camp, we talk a lot about boondocking. But what about overlanding? People often use those two terms interchangeably. But what is overlanding? Is it the same as boondocking? Although...
The Black Series HQ19: A Rugged Off-Road RV Full of Comfort
The Black Series HQ19 is a comfortable, rugged, off-road RV deserving of the attention it’s getting. But we’ve got a unique perspective to share because we had the privilege of putting an HQ19 to the...
How to Stop Diesel Engine Blowby: Just Use This Simple Trick
If your RV is a diesel pusher and you sometimes find tiny specks of oil on the front of your towed car, you may be dealing with something called diesel engine blowby. In this post,...
How to Clean Cloudy Headlights for Safer Nighttime Driving
Clear, bright headlights are key to safe nighttime driving. They not only light the way ahead but also make sure that other drivers can see us. Unfortunately, headlights can become cloudy or yellowed over time...
Installing a New RV Window Awning: Step-By-Step Instructions
Window awnings keep your RV cooler and all RVers know how important that is. They can also allow a window to be kept open when it’s raining. But many RV windows come without awnings protecting...
Use Steel Wool to Clean Glass: Windows & Windshields Sparkle!
Road tar, tree sap, squashed bugs, and water spots on your RV windshield (or any windshield) can be a pain to remove. That’s why we’re sharing a tip we’ve been using on all of our...
How to Maintain Flooded Lead Acid Batteries for Long Life
RV house batteries are important because they allow us to power so much equipment on our RVs, even when we’re not connected to shore power. The flooded lead-acid battery has long been a popular choice...
Scuvvers Car Seat Protectors: Stowable Dirt & Water Shields
If you’ve got an active lifestyle, you may find it helpful to have car seat protectors to keep your car, truck, or RV seats well protected from spills, dirt, stains, grime, sand, salt, etc. The...
RV Water Heater Thermostat Troubleshooting = No Cold Showers!
An RV water heater thermostat is a surprisingly easy and inexpensive part to replace. But if you don’t have hot water in your RV, how do you know if a failed thermostat is the source...
Is It Safe to Run My RV Refrigerator On Propane While Driving?
“Can I run my RV refrigerator on propane while driving?” It’s a common question and certainly one worth asking. In this post, we’re looking at whether running an RV fridge on propane while driving is...
How to Repack Trailer Bearings & Keep On Rolling Smoothly
If you own a travel trailer, 5th wheel… or really any type of trailer at all… it’s good to know how to repack trailer bearings. This will help you stay on top of an important...
How to Properly Store Lithium RV Batteries For the Winter
If you’ve wondered how to store your lithium RV batteries for the winter to keep them in good health, there are some important things to keep in mind. For example, LiFePO4 batteries (Lithium Iron Phosphate,...
A Truck Parking Shortage Means RVers Should Park Elsewhere!
Professional truck drivers are dealing with a nationwide truck parking shortage. With the increasing shortage of parking spots, it becomes more and more important for all of us as RVers to take some responsibility in...
How Long Do RV Tires Last? What Factors Affect Their Lifespan?
How long do RV tires last? There’s lots of misinformation out there, with many RV owners trying to distill the answer down to one easy-to-remember number. But is it 4 years? 6? 10? Is mileage...
Make a Campfire Pie With/Without a Pie Iron + Recipes!
Most campers love a good “hobo pie” made with an old-fashioned campfire pie iron, sitting around enjoying the company of family and friends. Whether you call them hobo pies, pudgie pies, mountain pies, or campfire...
Fotile Sink Dishwasher: Is This Space-Saving Combo Good For RVs?
Space is always at a premium in an RV, so amenities that have combined uses tend to work especially well. In this post, we’re looking at the Fotile In-Sink Dishwasher, a compact 2-in-1 sink/dishwasher combo...
Should I Leave My RV’s Black Tank Open Or Closed?
“Should I leave my RV’s black tank open or closed?” is a common question for RVers who often stay at campgrounds and RV parks with full hook-ups, which of course, includes a sewer connection. The...
12 Ways to Modify Your RV to Create More Space (Guest Post)
This is a special guest post by our dear friend and fellow traveler, Alyssa Padgett. Take it away Alyssa!… When we moved into our first RV, I made the mistake of letting my future husband...