Fixing That Crappy Bed – Mattress Topper
Like most RVers, we have had marginal success with the comfort level of the mattress that came with our camper. We even paid for...
Quick Tip – Adjusting Hot Water Temperature
On my Suburban water heater, there is no adjusting the water temperature and frankly, what comes out is frightfully hot. It's not a problem...
Diesel Fill Ups – Truck Stops are a Great Bet
For the diesel truck owners out there, hitting truck stops on the highway are a great way to get fuel and get on your...
RVing Etiquette
There always seems to be things that veteran campers just expect everyone to know and get all up in arms when "newbie" RVers don't...
Hot Apple Pie – sweet alcohol
Now that we're fully in the Thanksgiving swing of things, a drink called the Hot Apple Pie only seems appropriate. It's very sweet because...
How to Dump RV Tanks (it’s not so icky!)
After towing, I think the single most daunting idea when it comes to campers is the concept of having to deal with the poops...
How to Remove Battery on a Sabre 36QBOK
Now that I have installed a battery disconnect switch, I don't have a need to remove my battery. It just doesn't get that cold...
Torque Specs for B&W Companion
For the B&W Model 3000 Companion, the torque specs are as follows:
RV Pivot Arms = 80 ft. lbs.
Draw-down bolt on the base = 40...
Quick tip- baby proof screen door
Now that junior is 1 and has started to be a little more mobile, we had to start thinking about baby-proofing the camper since...
Understanding my Automatic Propane Changeover
I have to admit- I've owned my fifth wheel since July of last year, have camped in it for over 50 nights and it...
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Myth: 55+ RV parks must allow people under the age of 55
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