RV Daily Tips. Friday, June 26, 2026

America’s Original RV Newsletter. Since 2001
Issue 2935 • New issue every weekday

Today’s thought

“I had already found that it was not good to be alone, and so made companionship with what there was around me, sometimes with the universe and sometimes with my own insignificant self; but my books were always my friends, let fail all else.” ―Joshua Slocum

Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is National Barcode Day! (Isn’t that exciting??)

On this day in history: 1977 – Elvis Presley held his final concert in Indianapolis, Indiana, at Market Square Arena.

Tip of the day
Will suction cups damage your RV sidewall? RVers are divided

A simple RV hack recently touched off a surprisingly heated debate online. One RVer shared a homemade outdoor towel rack made from two Harbor Freight suction cups and a dollar-store broom handle. The setup sparked a debate about RV sidewall damage, with some owners praising the idea and others warning it could harm the coach.

Some RVers praised the rack as a clever way to dry towels outside the rig. Others warned it could damage decals, ruin the siding, or even contribute to delamination.

That raises an interesting question: Can a couple of suction cups really harm an RV sidewall?

RV review
2026 Wolf Creek 850 truck camper review: Compact, yet comfortable

By Gail Marsh
The 2026 Northwood Wolf Creek 850 is a hard-side, non-slide, wet-bath camper with room for four. However, my take is that it fits a couple best. There isn’t a slide-out on the 850, which helps keep the design simple, stout, and easier to match with the right truck. See what you think.

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR PRIME DAY DEALS. ENDS AT MIDNIGHT TONIGHT!

Article and video
RV tech shares 20 practical RV cooling tips

By Cheri Sicard
A hot RV can feel worse than the weather outside. Emily of RV Repair Woman, a certified RV repair tech, says the biggest gains often come from better airflow, less sun, and fewer heat sources inside. Most of these fixes are simple and fast. The video at the end of this post shares and demonstrates all, but I write out the key takeaways, too.

Featured article
Pilot turns Southwest Airlines catering truck into incredible RV

By Cheri Sicard
Mark Pankey is a Southwest Airlines pilot. He’s also the owner of an RV he built out of (wait for it!) a decommissioned Southwest Airlines catering truck! His may be the only RV in existence equipped with a scissors lift, generally used by airlines to load snacks and beverages into its airplanes. It’s a fascinating story, so let’s get into it!

Ask Dave
What is Bar Keepers Friend and where on my RV can I use it?

Here’s Dave’s answer.

RVTRAVEL.COM WISDOM: “Life is a journey. The trick is finding good snacks along the way.”

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The folding keyboard for your phone, tablet or computer
This compact folding keyboard and mouse combo unfolds to full size, connects to up to three devices at once, and packs away in a hard travel case. Quiet keys, long battery life, and easy switching between your laptop, tablet, and phone make it perfect for working from the road. Learn more or order.

Reader poll
When was the last time you ate at McDonald’s?

Respond here.

Quick tip
Handy picture hangers

Can’t figure out how to hang pictures in your RV? Check out “Command Strips” from 3M. These damage-free, adhesive-back strips are strong, and allow you to change out the pictures when you want.

On this day last year…

• Ask Dave: Do I need to change oil in inverter generator as often as recommended?
• Article & video: How to hide a stealth window in your campervan or RV build
• Featured article: Boondocking: A comprehensive how-to guide for a great trip

Website of the day

25 Easy 4th of July Crafts
Can you believe it’s almost the 4th of July? Where did the time go?! Here are 25 incredibly fun and creative craft ideas from Country Living to make your holiday even more patriotic. You could easily make these in your RV.

? MYSTERY PRODUCT OF THE DAY ?
If you’re into these things, you’re going to love this. If you don’t like these things, you’re going to hate this. You’ll have to take your chances!

Trivia

The earliest footballs were made from inflated animal bladders, most commonly from a pig. To make the balls more durable and help them hold their shape, players encased the fragile bladders in stitched leather or calfskin. This combination of materials is where the traditional American football nickname “pigskin” comes from.

Readers’ pet of the day

“Doogle (Miniature Schnauzer, age 4) loves to go camping, mostly because it’s with us and he loves to go where we go.” —T. Thomas

Send us a photo of your pet with a short description. No blurry photos, and please do not submit your photo more than once. Thanks!

• RVing with Dogs group on Facebook. You’ll love it.

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