Issue 2657
Today’s thought
“Half the lies they tell about me aren’t true.” —Yogi Berra
Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is National Egg Day! (Love eggs? This article is for you.)
On this day in history: 1889 – The first long-distance electric power transmission line in the United States is completed, running 14 miles (23 km) between a generator at Willamette Falls and downtown Portland, Oregon.
Tip of the day
22 uses for prescription medicine bottles in your RV
By Gail Marsh
Every 30 days. That’s how often I end up with an empty medicine bottle. Over time, all of these translucent, amber bottles pile up. If you have excess medicine bottles, you might check with your local recycling outlets to see if they accept the bottles. Our local recycling company does not recycle them. Neither will our pharmacy. So… what do I do with all of these bottles? I upcycle them! Check out these nifty uses for medicine bottles.
Tips from this weekend you may have missed:
- Why your RV’s GVWR is different than its GAWR
- Quick tip: A no-mess way of adding bleach to sanitize RV’s fresh water tank
- RVs destroyed by gustnado—Can you prepare for one?
Ask Dave
Staples are coming up through my RV’s vinyl floor. Should I be concerned?
Hello, Dave,
I’m inquiring about my 2020 Artic Fox 5th wheel trailer’s flooring. I noticed that there are staples coming up through the linoleum in the floor. There are two spots where this is happening, and it looks like a factory issue. Has anyone else had any issues? Thanks. —Dane, 2020 Arctic Fox 5th wheel Read Dave’s answer.
ALSO FROM DAVE: How do I fix RV’s torn vinyl floor when I can’t find a match for it?
Article and video
How to camp in cities without drawing attention
By Cheri Sicard
Thinking about urban camping? A lot of people believe that to camp in a city, you need a “stealth camper” to avoid unwanted attention. But is that really the case? It might not be. In today’s video, the team from We’re the Russos explores why you might not need a stealth camper for urban stealth camping adventures.
Featured article
Embracing the childlike joy of RVing and rediscovering life’s simple wonders
By Nanci Dixon
More people than ever are looking at ways to rediscover that childlike wonder and awe they once had. We as RVers have the upper hand in getting there. We get to be in nature and discover, travel to, and uncover amazing places all the time. Do you remember the first time you thought about RVing? Continue reading.
Reader poll
How many miles are on your motorhome or tow vehicle?
Window or door screens damaged or torn? This helps!
If you have damaged window or door screens in your home or RV, this screen-repair tape will help. No tools or special skills required. Simply cut, peel, and stick for a fast, permanent, and hassle-free solution that anyone can complete in just minutes. You won’t be able to tell there was ever a hole or tear! Don’t let any bugs in your RV this summer! Learn more or order.
Quick tip
Use caution when using bleach
From longtime reader Doug W.: “Caution—never disconnect a hose full of bleach without releasing the pressure first! I tried to sanitize my tank, but the bleach wouldn’t go through the filter. When I removed the hose, it sprayed all over me—face, eyes, arms! Bleach stings way worse than shampoo. Quick trip to the eye wash, ruined clothes, and a big lesson learned: Always disconnect at the faucet end—slowly!” Thanks for the important tip, Doug!
On this day last year…
- Ask Dave: Replaced RV’s absorption refrigerator with a 12-volt; remove vents?
- RV review: 2024 Wildwood FSX 266BHLE—Lots of trailer for the money
- Video: How to flat mount Starlink 3 and power it with 12 volts
- Featured article: Elvis Presley’s 1962 private jet to be restored as an RV! (With video update)
Website of the day
SunsetWx
Gail Marsh mentioned this website a while back and we gotta say, it’s pretty cool! If you want to see how intense the sunset or sunrise will be in your location, or at what time it will occur, this is the website.
And the survey says…
We’ve polled RVtravel.com readers close to 5,000 times in recent years. Here are a few things we’ve learned about them:
• 37 percent say they enjoy photography very much and find themselves taking photos often.
• If they could make one room in their RV bigger, most would choose to make the bathroom bigger, followed by the bedroom (or bed area), the “living room,” and, lastly, the kitchen.
• 81 percent always carry binoculars with them in their RV.
Recent poll: What kind of roads do you dislike driving the most?
? MYSTERY PRODUCT OF THE DAY ?
Get yourself an *almost* free vacation to Hawaii with this! Grab a chair, a towel, some sunscreen, a book, and you’ll be all set…
Trivia
A single blink of a Formula One racer’s eyes may be closed for 65 feet in competition, which is probably why drivers do it selectively. Unlike normal humans who blink randomly, these racers, researchers say, close their eyelids during the same parts of each lap. Data from eye trackers on helmets showed that racers avoid blinking while changing speed or rounding corners; they save blinking for straight stretches.
Readers’ pet of the day
“We lost our sweet Pittie, Mae, last month (at age 11). She was a great traveler and hiker. She loved our little trailer, especially because we couldn’t tell her to ‘get out of the kitchen.'” —Nancy Leist
Send us a photo of your pet with a short description. We publish one each weekday in RV Daily Tips and in our Sunday RV Travel newsletter. No blurry photos, please! Please do not submit your photo more than once. Thanks!
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To Dave- 2 reasons not to get the waterless hot water. 1. Lippert made it. 2. Camping World does sell it and install. Therefore there is no warranty on product or install unless you want the “red light” warranty- Once your rear red tail lights leave the exit the warranty is gone. Yes, this sarcasm Diane.
Waterless hot water? Keep scrubbing. Sarcasm Jesse.
Agree…110%
I know Pittie Mae and her folks made some great memories that will always be in their hearts. She is a beautiful tracker. Don
Pittie Mae is a gorgeous dog. I had to laugh at the comment about not being able to tell her to get out of the kitchen. One of our dogs believes it is his duty to “clean the counters” any time he can.
Leave here with a laugh…very fitting.
Happens more often than you might think it does.
Very sorry for your loss, Nancy! 🙁 Thank you, Emily and Diane. Have a great day and safe travels! 🙂