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6 Top Tips to Freshen up a Motorhomes

So you've brought a new 'used' motorhome, it's in great working order but smells a little musty, what can be done to make it your own.As a first time motorhome owner, I brought a Renault Traffic Romance, that was over 20 years old, the engine was sound, the body work ropy and the

Aspects of Practical Camper Trailers

For one, these smaller units can maneuver into campgrounds and areas where large and wide motorhomes or trailers cannot go. Think about it, campgrounds with tight turns and low hanging tree limbs are

Advice on Servicing Your Motor Home or RV

When you're traveling on the road, you want to feel comfortable with driving your RV.These types of vehicles need to be serviced, to ensure your safety on your trip.These vehicles are usually driven on long trips, so it's important that you keep your RV serviced to avoid breaking down on t

Your Travel Trailer As an Emergency Shelter

No one looks forward to dealing with disaster, but when it strikes unexpectedly, you can proceed with confidence if you are ready for the unpredictable. Everyone should be organized for the hurricanes, wildfire, or any calamity that requires you to leave your home and seek shelter. Hotels, and motel

Should You Buy An RV Or Rent One?

With many expensive consumer products, there is always a debate about whether buying the item or renting the item is better. Most of the time the decision of buying or renting is based on how ...

The Co Pilot in Your RV

This is a story for all you co-pilots out there. Come on, you know who you are. Reclining away the miles as your spouse manhandles the motor home. Blissfully asleep as she takes your fifth wheel up through steep, mountain grades, battles the elements, and looks for that obscure dirt road to find the

Motorhome Hire - Hiring Happiness

One of the troubles faced by traveling enthusiasts is uncomfortable traveling.Any other vehicle that provides similar services is put to shade by motorhomes, which certainly is head and shoulders above anything else and certainly on top of the wish list of people

Gas Versus Diesel - RV's

This article discusses an age old question and one I get asked a lot, should I buy gas or diesel? This question has fueled many a heated debates too. Sometimes this question involves a truck that will be used to tow a trailer, and other times it involves what type of motorhome to purchase. A univers

How to Add a Heater Vent to Your RV

As odd as it is, sometimes an RV manufacturer will neglect to install a furnace vent where you need it most, like in the bathroom or bunk house. It's no fun making that 2-in-the-morning trip to a freezing bathroom. This how-to is about adding that missing furnace vent using one of your unused furnac

Buying a Caravan - Help and Advice

If you are interested in a caravan then buying a caravan - help and advice is easily available on the internet. When purchasing a caravan, you should take into consideration number of things. The first ...

How to Wire a Trailer Break Away Switch

Towing a trailer significantly reduces the breaking distance of the tow vehicle due to its weight. Electric trailer breaks minimize this problem by adding breaking power to the trailer's wheels. With the installation of a breakaway kit, the trailers breaks also are used to stop the trailer if it bec

Remarkable Behavior of Keystone RVs Company

RV is and abbreviated word for recreational vehicle. This is a type of motor which is not only used for the purpose of traveling but is also used for enjoying higher level of comfort and luxury in the drive. A vehicle which resembles house in a greater manner is said to be RV. There are many more as

How to Wire LED Trailer Lights

Over the past few years LED, or light emitting diode, lights have become evermore popular. The reason is economic, and its a winner from every point of view. They last much longer than filament type bulbs, and they draw much less current. For that reason, smaller wires can be used when installing th

RV Storage Tips

Summer vacation is over, and now you need to find a place to store your recreational vehicle (RV) for the rest of the year. The best storage solution may mean an investment of time, money and long-term maintenance care. You need to find a storage facility that can handle your requirements for access

How to Install Portable RV Toilets

There are two types of toilets for RVs, the permanently mounted flush toilet and the portable models, generically known as porta-potties. Using a portable model can be as simple as pulling it out of a storage area, but this isn't a method that provides any real privacy. A better method, if your RV h

The Motorhome Classes Explained

In the past, recreational vehicles were small and contained only the most basic facilities. Now they have turned into true homes on wheels. At the same time, there is a great variety to pick from. There are models which can match any set of requirements and budget. Learn more about the main motorhom

How Does a Camper Work?

Attach Directly to a Truck BedA camper, or camper shell as they are sometimes called, is anchored directly to the bed of a truck via bolts, screws, or latches. Campers come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles, and they normally include small windows and vents. Campers are fitted to...