Issue 2698
Today’s thought
“Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear – not absence of fear.” ―
Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is National Climb A Mountain Day! And if you aren’t able to climb a mountain, perhaps you can celebrate National Cheesecake Day, instead?
On this day in history: 1962 – The Trans-Canada Highway, the then-longest national highway in the world, is officially opened.
Tip of the day
What is the best place to connect an RV water filter?
Where should an RVer place a water filter on the fresh water intake hose? Should it be placed between the faucet and the hose or between the hose and the RV? Or, does it even matter?
One popular thought is that it’s best to place an in-line filter or purifier as close to the water source as possible, typically right at the campground spigot. That way you are protecting the hose itself, as well as the fresh water demand system in the RV. Additionally… Continue reading.
Ask Dave
Why doesn’t RV’s bathroom sink have hot water, but all other faucets do?
Dear Dave,
I have hot water everywhere except in the bathroom sink. Replaced the faucet valve; good water pressure but no hot water. Water heater is working fine. —David, 2011 Itasca Reyo 25T Read Dave’s answer.
In the RV shop with Dustin
Why your slide out refrigerator is not cooling
By Dustin Simpson
Join Terry and me in our RV shop, as we explain why so many RV owners are having RV refrigerator venting and cooling issues in the high summer heat. We keep coming across units with baffling issues with refrigerators in slide outs that have been installed too high. Let’s look into it.
Remove ticks easily from people or pets!
This Tick Twister Remover Set will remove ticks, large and small, without squeezing it, reducing risk of infection. It’s the safest, easiest way to remove ticks and in just a few seconds. Helps prevent Lyme Disease. Keep one in your RV. It’s tick season! Learn more or order.
DID YOU KNOW that RVtravel.com includes more than 700 articles about RV electricity? Wow! Check out the long list of topics.
Article and video
How to stay safe while boondocking: Gadgets to protect yourself
By Cheri Sicard
Anyone who’s spent a night alone in their RV on a pitch-black backroad knows that tense feeling. There’s no cell signal, just the low hum of night, and every sound outside seems suspicious. That uneasy knot in your stomach comes from knowing you’re far from help, and your hope is that nothing goes wrong. But, as John shows in this video, hope isn’t enough. When it comes to staying safe while boondocking, simple gear and smart planning can turn fear into peace of mind.
Featured article
Woman thankful she had a new RV inspected before delivery
You’d think that a $260,000 motorhome would be delivered with everything working. Or… you’d “like to think.” Well, watch this short video about a woman who hired an RV inspector the day she was supposed to take delivery of her luxury rig! Wow, did she dodge a bullet by doing so. The inspection revealed at least 40 problems including one huge defect that alone was worth his fee. Most buyers would never find this defect until their first trip, a terrible surprise. Watch the video.
Reader poll
Have you ever eaten Rocky Mountain oysters? Would you?
Quick tip
Keep those air conditioner coils clean
Keeping the air conditioner coils clean will prolong the life of your cooling unit. Besides dirt and dust, you may also find the “cotton” from cottonwood trees, or the pollen from various other trees, obstructing the coils. The best way to clean them: (1) Turn the unit off while you’re working on it. (2) Use an air compressor to blow out the debris (carefully—don’t bend the fins). (3) Apply a coil cleaning product (here are some from Amazon) and let it soak for a few minutes or the time recommended on the can. (4) Rinse with low pressure water. (5) Use the air compressor again to blow out remaining water. —Thanks, Deanna!
On this day last year…
- RV walk through: Ready. Set. Van.’s Hudson camper van—small space luxury
- Video: Brothers build innovative two-story microcamper
- Featured article: How a pig nearly changed U.S. history
BUMPER SNICKER: “Don’t use your turn signal. It will ruin the surprise!”
Website of the day
15 Fascinating History Websites That Make the Past Come Alive
We could feature any one of these websites as the Website of the day, but we’ll share this list with you instead. Seriously, if you’re a history buff, click this link and explore.
? MYSTERY PRODUCT OF THE DAY ?
Dog owners, prepare to laugh at this. Anyone who owns a dog knows this alllllll too well.
Trivia
Cats walk like camels and giraffes: They move both of their right feet first, then move both of their left feet. No other animals walk this way. Additionally, male cats are more likely to be left-pawed, while female cats are more likely to be right-pawed.
Readers’ pet of the day
“Our beautiful Bella was rescued from a shelter. Always ready for an adventure, we had many in the 6 years we had her. RIP, sweet girl.” —Renee Quell
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Helpful resources
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The instructions for the Tick Twister says to lift the tick and twist two or three times.
All the procedures listed from medical professionals state NOT to twist, but to slowly pull straight up.
Twisting can and will break off the mouth parts in the skin.
Bella was so pretty, thank you for rescuing her. Glad you had so many adventures together.
Regarding today’s Trivia, Standardbred horses (pacers) race using lateral movement (left front-left rear move together) like cats, camels and giraffes; Standardbred trotters race using diagonal movement (left front-right rear move together).
Thank you for sharing the terms and descriptions, TRB! I did not know this. Safe travels!
I have watched both. I’m not sure they come by this naturally. I think the Pacers are trained to race that way. I found this description:
The Standardbred is an American horse breed best known for its ability in harness racing where they compete at either a trot or pace.
Rescuing Bella and giving her a wonderful and loving life was so great and keep her special memories in your hearts. She was blessed with a loving family.🐶
Very sorry for your loss, Renee! I pray that the hole in your heart is healing. We have had great success with the Tick Twister. Having two sizes is great because DW seems to attract very small, almost microscopic ticks. Mine tend to be larger and more typically sized. I put the mystery product on a wish list. There certainly is a market for such. Thank you, Emily and Diane! Have a great day and safe travels!
After reading the story in an earlier addition about the fatal accident from a burning candle in an RV, the mystery product listed gave me paws (pun intended).