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Tired of searching for cables and hoses when time to hook-up utilities at RV parks and campgrounds? Tired of your power cables and hoses taking up valuable storage space? ...The RV Utility Hub is the answer! Read the Tip

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Retired Naval Office Builds Motorhome to tour Europe
Posted on Saturday May 04, 2013

Retired Naval Officer Doug Cuthbert built an impressive motorhome at a cost of $171,000 and then shipped it to Europe, where he, his wife and their three children traveled over 20,000 miles on an adventure though 16 countries. Doug built the motorhome using his training as a naval architect so the interior is styled and [...] Read the Story

IS THAT AN RV?
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Three RVs that are cool, extreme or tough. Read the Story

SwiftHitch Wireless Backup Camera Product Review
Posted on Monday December 17, 2012

The folks a SwiftHitch.com sent me a SwiftHitch model SH02 wireless backup camera system for review. The SH02 is the deluxe system which includes: 10-Hour Run-Time Weather Resistant Camera, Hi-Resolution Color Display, Foam Lined Storage Case, Suction Cup Mount, 12 Volt Charger Cable and Video-out Cable. In this video I cover the individual parts of [...] Read the Story

RVer drags towed 6 miles with transmission in park!
Posted on Tuesday December 11, 2012

The driver of an RV didn’t realize the pickup he was pulling was in PARK! The person who shot the video didn’t get the first part on tape, but said it sounded like a continuous wreck with 2 screeching tires when he drove by, so he followed the motorhome and finally caught up to him. Read the Story

Worldâ€™s Fastest Travel Trailer Tow
Posted on Saturday November 03, 2012

The crew at Diesel Power Magazine attempts to set a world record beyond 140 mph. The truck is a 2006 GMC 2500 with a modified 1000 horsepower diesel engine. The trailer is a factory stock unit and does not inlcude any internal bracing. The factory did upgrade the tires. Read the Story

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Used RV Parts & Salvage Yards Directory

Looking for inexpensive replacement parts for your RV? Use our directory of RV salvage companies and other sources of used and hard to find RV parts.

Get good condition RV appliances at a fraction of new price. Click Here

Wiring the 7 Pole RV Tow Vehicle/Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Umbilical Connector Wiring Color Code

Most RV travel trailers are wired to match the 7 pole plug connector colors but they should be tested when replacing a connector to be sure the function matches the terminal. Cliick Here

RV Batteries Wiring Diagrams for Series & Parallel Connections

An RV battery is a collection of lead-acid cells... which is why they are called batteries in the first place. Each cell, when fully charged, will produce close to 2.5 volts. It takes 6 cells connected in series... negative to positive... to make a 12 volt batter.
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How to Sanitize Your RV Fresh Water System

The generally accepted method of sanitizing your RV's fresh water system as outlined below involves filling the fresh water tank with a solution of household bleach and running the solution through each faucet.

RV Roof Care and Maintenance - the Basics

RVers need to plan regular maintenance for the tops of their RVs.

Proper roof maintenance will keep your rig snug and dry.

Three types of roofing materials are generally used on recreational vehicles: fiberglass, metal and rubber.

RV Gray Water & Black Water Holding Tank Basics

It used to be, back when campers camped in tents it was okay to dump gray water on the ground. When campers first moved to travel trailers is was still okay. Then campers wanted toilets in their RVs and holding tanks became necessary.

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10 Tips To Cutting Your RV Travel Expenses

Being frugal can save your RV travel budget. RV travel is among the least expensive types of vacations. These 10 tips show you how to make your RVing even less costly.

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Lessons Learned From Full-Time RVing

Our RV friend Lloyd wrote in his "Wanderin' Blog" about lessons he's learned as a full-time RVer. He has a good list.

I especially like to avoid making reservations or other commitments. on our time.

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Living Together 24-7 in an RV - How Do You Do It?

At first, it may seem like you are on vacation. And, you are. That is familiar and you have past behavior to draw on. As the days move on, it may feel like too much togetherness. How do you cope? Here are some suggestions from other RVers

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RV Destinations: Festivals

Whether you like music, food, wine, arts and crafts, or regional "culture" (that's how I classify the really weird festivals) -- you can find something interesting to keep you occupied nearly every weekend from spring through the end of the summer.

In some instances you'll find RV park right on the festival grounds.

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RVers Travel to Minor League Ballparks

The best way to travel by RV is to ramble. Here is a great excuse to ramble. Select baseball towns as your destination. Each year, more and more RV travelers discover that towns and cities with low-level professional baseball are a perfect ticket to fun and adventure.

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RV Camping At Corps of Engineers Lakes

No matter where you do your RV camping in the U.S., there is a Corps of Engineers lake nearby. The COE manages more than 12 million acres of land and water and provides over 30 percent of all recreation on federal lands. I t is the largest provider of water-based recreation, with over 25 million visits to Corps project at least once a year.

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