Issue 2625
Today’s thought
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” —Anne Lamott
Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is National Columnists’ Day! A big thank you to our incredible team of writers and columnists—we are so lucky to have you!
On this day in history: 1930 – The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) announced that “there is no news” in their evening report. (Hah! Can you imagine?)
Tip of the day
CPAP placement tips for RVers
By Gail Marsh
At a recent RV show, I happened to overhear a wannabe RVer. As her husband began to check out the kitchen storage, she made a beeline for the bedroom. After a brief glance at the bed, she turned around and loudly announced, “Nope! Not gonna’ work!” Then the gal quickly grabbed her husband, headed for the door, and informed him, “Forget this one. It’s got no place for my CPAP machine.”
Finding a spot for your CPAP machine is sometimes challenging, especially when the RV doesn’t have a traditional nightstand. Safe and effective placement of your CPAP is crucial for a good night’s sleep. That’s why you might need these CPAP tips for RVers.
Ask Dave
My RV’s water is scalding hot. Can water heater be adjusted?
Hi, Dave,
I have a water heater question. My RV has an Atwood G6A-8E water heater. The water gets too hot (scalding). I cannot find a thermostat anywhere. I’ve been manually shutting it off after about 5 minutes, but that gets very old. Any ideas? Thanks. —Bob, 1997 Fleetwood Tioga Montara Read Dave’s response.
RANDOM RV THOUGHT: Run your generator as little as possible in public campgrounds, and only when absolutely necessary. If you must run it, do so only after 10 a.m. and before 7 p.m. and only for very short times. Our world is too noisy: help keep our public lands peaceful and quiet.
Video of the day
Tour a rare ’90s Revcon Trailblazer motorhome
By Cheri Sicard
The team from Ambition Strikes recently bought one of the world’s rarest motorhomes, the Revcon Trailblazer. Only 67 of the beauties were ever made and in this video, they give us a tour. This is cool!
Featured article
When buying an RV for later delivery, when do your payments begin?
When buying an RV for later delivery, when do your payments begin? That’s the question Josh the RV Nerd (Josh Winters of Bish’s RV) answers in this informative video. Do they start right away, or months later when you take delivery? … Josh covers a lot in this video.
You may have missed these recent popular stories…
- Lawsuit accuses Winnebago and Grand Design of defective frames, misleading marketing
- How we got a big discount on six new RV tires, and how you can, too
- Interior Secretary orders national parks to stay open amid staffing cuts
- How Google has turned against us
- Amazon internet satellite launch doesn’t get off the ground
- 6 cheap and easy small RV hacks with big results
Reader poll
Do you carry paper maps of areas where you will be traveling with your RV?
Quick tip
Awning hardware? Don’t get bent!
If you really do want to “get bent,” just leave your awning out in a rainstorm or a high wind. Bent roller tubes or bent awning arms can’t be straightened out again. That’s a tough price to pay (hundreds of dollars) for not keeping an eye on the weather.
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On this day last year…
- Ask Dave: Can ceramic coating be applied over decals? And DON’T use Dawn dish soap? Say what?!
- RV review: The 2024 Alliance Valor 40V13 is one big toy hauler
- In the RV shop with Dustin: Slide-out roof EternaBond tape failure… and fix
- Video: What are the BLM camping rules?
- Featured article: Take action or get stuck with big repair bills and a lemon RV
Website of the day
Grief.com
If you or someone you know is grieving, this is an incredibly helpful resource. Find articles, resources, grief groups and more.
? MYSTERY PRODUCT OF THE DAY ?
Ever want to tell your campground neighbors something without saying it to their face? Well, now you can, and the opportunities are endless!
RANDOM RV THOUGHT: When driving, a big dark spot on the road ahead often means there’s a dip coming up. The dip shakes loose a drop of oil from many of the vehicles that pass. The darker the spot indicates the severity of the jolt. Just remember: “The darker the dot, the deeper the dip.”
Recipes of the day
Easter recipes:
- 10 delicious Easter recipes: Mains, sides and desserts
- Quiche recipes that are worth the price of eggs!
- 5 delicious vegetable side dish recipes
- Delicious deviled egg recipes for game days, holidays, and more
- Pie recipes for a holiday dessert or a sweet treat
Trivia
The British government originally spread the idea that eating carrots improves night vision. During World War II, British pilots began downing a large number of German aircrafts. Their secret, of course, was their development of radar systems. When the press questioned their precision and success, the British government and the Royal Air Force responded that it was because of all the carrots their pilots were eating. They did such an excellent job with this lie, that the idea of carrots improving vision, especially night vision, stuck and we still believe it to this day! [Note: Carrots have beta carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin A, which helps us to see at night. Vitamin A helps keep our vision healthy, but does not improve vision.]
Readers’ pets of the day
“Cooper is a Bug (Boston Terrier/Pug) and Sweetie is a Malamute. Both love going to different parks and sniffing out new scents. They get so excited when we go for walks.” —Tom Scott
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RE: Trivia… it’s true! I’ve never seen a rabbit wearing glasses.
👍🤣 Have a great day, Bob. 😀 –Diane at RVtravel.com
Congrats on your big day! Now have an extra cup of coffee and get back to work. Just kidding! You guys are the best out of any RV mag out there! Thanks!
I agree! Lots of time and research must be involved in making the website fun and informative. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words, David. We appreciate them, and we appreciate YOU! And yes, we’re working. (But I may be the only non-coffee drinker in the bunch.🤔) Have a great day! 😀 –Diane at RVtravel.com
Happy National Columnists’ Day. Thanks for all you do!
This newsletter has a lot of readers. If you’ve been paying attention, many COE and Forest service campgrounds will not open this year due to budget cuts. I have written to my congressman, one senator and the president. I don’t believe they realize that these campgrounds bring in revenue for the government through campground fees. They also bring in revenue for local businesses. If we start an email or letter writing campaign, maybe we can get these campgrounds back open. I don’t want this to be a gripe session about the president or anyone else, I want it to start a movement and use our numbers to get something done. If this isn’t allowed on here then delete it.
Thank you for your thoughtful and civil comment, Randy.👍 It may spur some people who feel helpless/hopeless during the ongoing changes to write to the appropriate people in government. Those who are comfortable and even hopeful/excited with the changes don’t have to do anything. It’s up to each individual and this is just one option, depending on their views. So, readers, please don’t turn this into a free-for-all. We’re just presenting an option. We can agree to disagree, but please don’t slam anyone if their opinions are different than yours. Thank you. Have a great and peaceful day. 🙂 –Diane at RVtravel.com
Spot on Diane, or close to it. I offer the caveat that those who do agree with the current changes should also write letters of support to their representatives in an effort to promote the continuation of the changes and not just stay silent or, “do nothing”. All voices should participate, for or against.
I send along a wish for you to have a peaceful day also.
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I agree, Cancel. Thank you for expanding my comment to be all-inclusive, as it certainly should be. (I don’t think I was quite fully awake when I wrote it.😉) Have a great day.🤗 –Diane
This also extends to people/businesses in the service industry. If I find an issue/problem with a business I will complain. That’s the only way change will come about. To the same extent, if you get good service, you also have an obligation to compliment that service. It’s not just a one-way street.
That’s very true, Impavid. Thank you for adding that important message. Have a wonderful day.🤗 –Diane
“Sweety”- what a great name!
Your Leave here with a Laugh! So darn funny! Loved it, I also want that 90’s Ford truck class C~ so cool. Great information again today!!
If the picture is any indication, it looks as though you said the magic word (walk, food, treat?), Tom. 😉 I hope that you all have many joyfully memorable RV trips! Thank you, Emily and Diane! Have a great day and safe travels!
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