Converter vs. Inverter: What’s the Difference? I had a little reminder the other day about slowing down before answering questions online. I was reading through an RV group on Facebook when someone posted a photo and asked a question. I took a quick look, answered, and realized afterward that I hadn’t looked closely enough at…
Sometimes the Simplest Thing Is the Problem We had an interesting morning while camping in Two Harbors. We had been set up for more than 24 hours, and everything had been working perfectly. Then, out of nowhere, the microwave beeped. I looked over, and the display was blank. It was dead. Being the curious type,…
If you live anywhere that experiences freezing temperatures, winterizing your RV isn’t optional—it’s essential. You can certainly have your local RV dealer do it for you, and for many people that’s the easiest option. But if you’re like us, you’d rather spend a little time learning the process and save the money. Before you get…
Dewinterizing Your RV Water System Spring is finally here, and you’re probably anxious to head out on your first camping trip of the season. Before you do, it’s time to dewinterize your RV’s water system. The process is straightforward and doesn’t take long. 1. Return the Water System to Normal If you bypassed your water…
This blog is both about RVing and a journal of sorts. Today, not about Rving. We are in Fort Myers Beach, FL for a couple weeks. We make this trip each year for a break from the cold and to relax and refuel. This morning on my daily walk I had a good reminder…
RV Power: A Little Attention Can Prevent a Big Problem Let’s face it, one of the reasons we enjoy RVing is the comfort. Unlike tent camping, we have air conditioning, heat, refrigerators, microwaves, televisions, and all the other conveniences of home. All of those comforts require electricity. As RVs become larger and more sophisticated, so…
Don’t Ignore Truck Squat One topic that doesn’t get discussed nearly enough is truck squat. If you tow an RV, it’s something you should pay close attention to because it directly affects how safely your tow vehicle handles. For this article, I’m assuming you’ve already done your homework and purchased a tow vehicle that is…
Make the Most of RV Forums One of the things I enjoy about the RV lifestyle is the willingness of fellow RVers to share their knowledge and experiences. I belong to several RV groups and forums, and over the years I’ve learned a tremendous amount from the people who participate in them. The collective knowledge…
This is another good topic. I made a few factual corrections (gray and black water are slightly heavier than fresh water because of dissolved solids, though using 8.3 lbs/gallon is fine for estimating), tightened the writing, and made it read more like an article than a forum post. Don’t Tow Around Hundreds of Pounds of…