In December, we looked back at 2023 and saw what products we sold the most of (through our Amazon affiliate program). Here’s our best-selling product list, and here’s our best-selling book list for the entire year. These books and products are RVers’ favorites for a reason!
Now, let’s see what products were popular in February after the hustle and bustle of the holidays and new year has settled down and RVers start up their travel planning and maintenance projects for the year…
These were our best-selling Amazon products in February:
10. Groove gap cleaning tool
This small, handheld groove gap cleaner cleans windows, sliding doors, shower door tracks, oven and sink gaps, vents and more. This two-part gadget has a scraper for scraping up debris and dirt, and a brush for brushing it away! The elevated handle has finger grips for an easy hold. If it gets dirty, wash it with soap and water and it’s just like new.
9. 303 Rubber Seal Protectant
Have slideouts? Have windows? Have doors? Have a trunk? All those have rubber seals, don’t they? Use this 303 Rubber Seal Protectant to prevent them from drying out and cracking and restore their elasticity. The protectant also prevents against UV damage and even restores old seals back to their original conditions and colors.
8. The AWBLIN Automotive Test Light/Circuit Tester
This is one of those gadgets that Dave Solberg and Dustin Simpson call a “cool tool”. They think it’s so cool, in fact, that they did a whole video on it! Click here to watch the video and learn all about this cool automotive test light/circuit tester.
7. TDS Meter Digital Water Tester
This handy, affordable digital water tester will tell you your overall water purity level, which will be displayed on the screen in ppm (parts per million). Just stick it in about 1 inch of water and instantly you get the reading. It’s compact and doesn’t need any maintenance. It includes a protective carrying case with a belt clip.
6. Thetford RV Drain Valve Lubricant
Dustin Simpson writers, “Has anyone ever talked to you about adding the drain valve lubricant by Thetford into your black or gray tank system? This is something you should be doing! This is a water-soluble additive that lubricates holding tank systems and drain valves and coats plumbing lines for complete outflow of tank contents. It works in both your toilet and sink/shower waste holding tanks. It’s also non-staining. Read more about it here.
5. Dump Buddy RV Hose Fastening Device
Dump Buddy® will change the way you empty your waste tanks. No longer will you need a second set of hands to prevent a spill. Rocks and branches are a thing of the past. Dump Buddy securely fastens your waste hose to the waste pipe, preventing a spill. Whether you are doing a simple dump at the end of a trip or need a more permanent hookup for longer stays, Dump Buddy is there to assist. Read Tony Barthel’s review of it here.
4. Thetford RV Level Gauge Cleaner
If your black tank holding sensors aren’t working or aren’t accurate, you need Thetford’s RV Level Gauge Cleaner! Our writer and friend Dustin Simpson, owner of California RV Specialists, says he’s been using and recommending this stuff for years. Watch a video he did all about it here.
3. Liquified RV Toilet Treatment
Which black tank treatments really work? We showed you this video from RV Gear & Far to find out which RV black tank cleaners actually work. The answer? Liquified! (And Digest-It+.) Liquified’s enzyme-based solution liquifies solid waste and toilet paper to make dumping smooth and easy. It can eliminate years of buildup and all odors that come with it.
2. Bureau of Land Management Camping, 3rd Edition: Directory of 1,547 Camping Areas in 14 Western States
The 2023 edition of the Bureau of Land Management Camping book describes 1,547 camping areas managed by the BLM in 14 Western states. Details for each camping area include the number of campsites, amenities, facilities, fees, reservation information, GPS coordinates, and more. You’ll want this book if you camp or are interested in camping on BLM land.
1. STILL NUMBER ONE! 2024 Traveler’s Guide to the Firearm Laws of the Fifty States
Through the years, this book has been our all-time best-seller. And now, the 2024 edition is hot off the press. For RVers who carry a firearm with them when they travel from state to state, the Traveler’s Guide to the Firearm Laws of the Fifty States is considered an essential reference. It is an easily readable narrative designed to unlock the complexities of state firearm laws. Readers agree it is indispensable for staying on the road and out of jail. Learn more about it here.
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I’m curious which (if any) of the top selling items were purchased only to have buyer’s regrets?
We have bought #10, the groove cleaning tool.for the bottow track of our shower door and are pleased with the value relative to the price. So, too, numbers 7 and 6. I have used the water sediment detector too little and should remember to use it more. Have yet to use the waste-valve treatment, but will soon and begin to decide if buying was a good or bad idea.
I tried liquified and was really disappointed. It liquified nothing and I did follow the directions. Back to happy camper and dawn on travel days.
With respect to your #7 – TDS Meter Digital Water Tester: I implore you to inform readers that this device will NOT reliably tell you if water is safe to drink. The “TDS” in the device’s name means, “Total Dissolved Solids” (these are things like calcium, magnesium, iron, etc.). The device WILL NOT detect microorganisms such as amoebas and bacteria – contaminants that are of most concern with drinking water. Testing for microorganisms requires very careful collection and handling of water samples, prompt transport to a testing lab, and several days wait for lab processing. Please add some sort of disclamer when promoting this product.
Seems like 303 rubber seal protectant is too expensive for so little.
Yes, I agree, Bob M. We use a microfiber cloth to apply 303 to our slide-out seals after spraying the towel with 303 from a spray bottle. This reduces the amount of 303 that goes somewhere other than the slide-out seals. I guess the popularity of the small applicator with 303 inside is a commentary on the value some place on convenience. I will continue to inconvenience myself a bit. Safe travels! 🙂
Thank you, Emily! I am especially keen to try the waste treatment that Matt of Matt’s RV Reviews endorses and has his likeness on. We have too much inventory of this stuff to buy his right now. Thanks again! 🙂