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Trucks and RVs: Move over to the left lane – Why?

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By Jim Twamley When piloting a big rig like an RV or an 18-wheeler, the general advice is, "Stay in the right lane except to...

Need hospital care? Your RV may be welcome

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By Jim Twamley Many hospitals have designated RV parking for when you need hospital care. In fact, many have hook-ups that patients and family members...

Beware of RV bumper junk

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By Jim Twamley In my RV travels I have seen all kinds of "bumper junk" attached to both the front and rear of RVs. It's...

Nifty do-it-yourself bike rack saves money

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By Jim Twamley No need to spend wads of cash for a commercial bike rack for your rig. My friend Ed Grabman used a little...

RV skid rollers help prevent trailer drag on steep driveways

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By Jim Twamley Sometimes RVing can be a drag, especially when you have a long trailer. RV skid rollers help prevent trailer drag when traversing...

A hot tip for a cold RV night

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By Jim Twamley Everyone has a different RV sleeping profile. Some folks like to sleep with the windows open even during winter. Others prefer the...

Kneeling gets a helping hand

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By Jim Twamley We RVers spend a lot of time on our knees. Sometimes in prayer (depending on what brand of RV we have), but...

Some pointers for choosing an RV storage facility

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By Jim Twamley I know my neighbors weren't happy when I stored my RV next to my stick house. I tried to keep my RV...

Do you really need solar panels on your RV?

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By Jim Twamley Many RVs sport solar panels, and they can be quite handy. On the other hand, solar panels aren't inexpensive – although their...

RVers: Slow down and enjoy life

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By Jim Twamley When not restricted by the pandemic, we enjoy the RV lifestyle for many reasons. Travel and experiencing new adventures is at the...

RV fueling etiquette at the truck stop

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By Jim Twamley We RVers often use truck stops for refueling because they are designed for large rigs and it seems that RVs are getting...

A good place to carry books in your RV

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By Jim Twamley Editor’s note: In an early Star Trek motion picture, there’s a scene where Captain Kirk has donned a pair of ancient eyeglasses...

Adjust refrigerator temperature – and keep freezer the same

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By Jim Twamley Here's one of life's funny little questions: What is that thingy on the metal fin inside my refrigerator? I never thought much...

Simple shade cuts temperature inside your RV

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By Jim Twamley One of the easiest ways to stay cool in your RV is to extend your awning. Reflecting the sun away and shading...

Are you managing your RV tanks? Part 2

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By Jim Twamley Properly managing your RV’s tanks can make your life much happier. Last week we talked about fresh water and black water tanks....

Are you managing your RV tanks? Part 1

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By Jim Twamley I’d like to address an important issue – tank management. Most RV’s have several tanks: fresh water, gray water, black water, hot...

Slide-outs for your galley make storage a snap

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By Jim Twamley Editor's note: We found this little tip stashed away in a dark recess of the publishing world. Originally published in 2009, the...

Window awnings – Enjoy the shade but keep your view

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By Jim Twamley RV window awnings typically have two positions — deployed or stowed. When the window awning is deployed it can cut your viewing...

Make that dish drainer do a better job!

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By Jim Twamley When we lived in a house we had a built-in dishwasher. Nowadays you can get a built-in dishwasher in your RV (usually...

Keeping your water filter upright

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By Jim Twamley A water filter is a great idea because it keeps impurities from contaminating your water system. There are many different types and...

Basement storage disorganized? Fix it!

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By Jim Twamley No matter what type of RV you own, storage will be an issue. Over the years I've used everything from elaborate storage...

Lose the shake with a 5th wheel or goose neck tripod

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By Jim Twamley The "king pin" on a 5th wheel is the point where the trailer attaches to the "hitch" of the tow vehicle. Many...

Navigating parking lots with a big RV

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By Jim Twamley Maybe you've had experiences like mine: My very first time out with our new 5th wheel we decided to stop at a...

Cleaning your RV? Get steaming mad at dirt!

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By Jim Twamley Sunshine and flowers in bloom mean it's time for some RV spring cleaning. Forget about chemicals, put away the rubber gloves and...

A macerator pump can resolve your sewage issues

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By Jim Twamley Shanghaied by sewer problems? What's that? Want to stay on a relative's property in the comfort of your RV but can't because...

Do-it-yourself RV storage organizer

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By Jim Twamley No matter what type of RV you own, storage will always be an issue. I've used everything from elaborate storage compartment organization...

Does your RV bathroom need an assist device?

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By Jim Twamley Many RVers need a little assistance in the bathroom, like conveniently placed grab bars which are available at hardware stores. These are the...

Avoid an RV “power drag” with a checklist

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By Jim Twamley It is said that a good journalist always has four things with him: pencil and pad, a camera, and his wits. Fortunately...

RV Mods: 50-amp service at your home base

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By Jim Twamley Parking your RV at a friend’s or relative’s house? What happens if you keep blowing fuses because your RV pulls more amps...

RV Mods: Recycling with a receiver hitch

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By Jim Twamley Recycling is good for the planet and for the pocketbook. The price of aluminum keeps going up (85 cents a pound...

Need hospital care? Your RV may be welcome

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By Jim Twamley Many hospitals have designated RV parking. In fact, many have hookups that patients and family members can use for free. Often the...

Don’t let your RV wind deflector be so much hot air

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By Jim Twamley Just how effective are those RV wind deflectors you see on trucks pulling 5th wheels and travel trailers? Though somewhat technical (what...

RV Mods: Key helper makes compartment access a breeze

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By Jim Twamley Jim Twamley's writings were a favorite among our readers for many years. Jim's health finally forced him to "hang up the...

Replacing RV electrical outlets

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By Jim Twamley Most RVers I hang around with have the impression that RV manufacturers do not focus on quality. They...

Glove up for RV dumping

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By Jim Twamley I used to empty my sewer tanks bare handed. I didn't like wearing the traditional type dish gloves...

RV Mods: A place to keep your books in the rig

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By Jim Twamley How about setting a goal for yourself to read two books a month or more? RV parks usually have a free book...

Full-time RV travel — How to get 50-amp service

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  By Jim Twamley Parking your RV at a friend’s or relative’s house? What happens if you keep blowing fuses because your RV pulls more amps...

See more through your RV window awnings

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By Jim Twamley RV window awnings typically have two positions — deployed or stowed. When the window awning is deployed it can cut your viewing...

Getting the most out of your RV

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By Jim Twamley I intend to RV till I die. I don't want to drive my RV across the finish line in showroom mint condition;...

How to help children enjoy RVing

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By Jim Twamley Do kids really enjoy RVing? While having a haircut last week the topic of RVing came up. My barber was a young...

Do-it-yourself generator maintenance saves money, frustration

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By Jim Twamley RV generators are great because they allow you to run all your electrical stuff without being hooked up to shore power. It's...

Grab handle makes RV screen door reach a lot closer

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By Jim Twamley Unless you have telescoping arms, if you're like most RVers you may struggle to reach out and grab that RV screen door...

Dealing with RV kitchen fires

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By Jim Twamley When I was a kid I was frying something in oil and the pan caught fire. I didn't know what to do....

Tips on portable waste tanks

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By Jim Twamley There are several portable "dump" tanks available to RVers. Most are familiar with the blue tanks with wheels, but these come in...

Sewer extension dilemma solved

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By Jim Twamley RV plumbing is a BIG issue to most RVers. Many travel trailers and 5th wheels have two separate gray water dump valves....

Putting RV cabinets on lockdown

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By Jim Twamley A couple of full-time RVers I met on the road proved that solving perennial RV problems doesn't have to be complicated, norexpensive....

Using a propane heater in your RV? Be careful!

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By Jim Twamley RVers have been using propane heat for almost as long as there have been RVs. Most RVs come with a forced air...

Displaying your travel collection — in a unique way

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By Jim Twamley RVers love to collect things. The problem is that some collectables are too large or heavy to carry along with you in...

A simple solution to that rockin’ trailer

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By Jim Twamley If you have a travel trailer or fifth wheel you know about rock-n-roll — and I'm not referring to music. When you step...

Rules for RV happiness

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By Jim Twamley On the road I've met all kinds of RVers, and one couple I met are out having the time of their lives....
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