Fueling Your Motorhome Adventures
April 8, 2011
Record fuel prices at the pumps don’t have to crimp your travel style. With some careful planning and proper engine maintenance you can use your dollars for fun instead of fuel. While today’s vehicles are more fuel efficient compared to those of years ago, there are still additional measures... Read more »
Riding on Air from Source Engineering
April 4, 2011
Consisting of new proprietary Firestone air bags and custom Bilstein shocks engineered specifically for this kit, the REK-202 also incorporates a reserve ping tank and 5⁄8-inch air lines in the front suspension. According to the company, the Firestone air bags have more travel than the original bags,... Read more »
TV Signal Finder
March 6, 2011
Watching off-air (broadcast) TV has improved dramatically since the Feds pulled the plug on analog signals. Major local network affiliate stations can be received in many areas with towers in close proximity to RV parks. This gives RVers with digital TVs or converter boxes an opportunity to keep informed... Read more »
Skylight Replacement
February 1, 2011
Replacing your dull, cracking skylights isn’t difficult if you know how they’re installed, and what products you’ll need to complete the job. The only tools you’ll need are a plastic putty knife and a square-drive or other appropriate screwdriver. To prevent leaks, you’ll also need two-sided... Read more »
RV Maintenance Essential for the Long Haul
January 4, 2011
After a house, a new motorhome is probably the largest investment most of us will ever make, and it can take many years to pay off. But the good news is the lifetime of a coach is determined mainly by how it is operated, stored and maintained – all things you can control. When operating your motorhome,... Read more »
Big-Screen Attraction: RV Home Theater System
December 1, 2010
If you are one of those RVers who enjoys watching movies in high definition and listening to high-fidelity music, maybe it’s time to install a full-fledged home theater system in your motorhome. Of course, most Class A motorhomes come with a factory-installed audio/video (AV) system capable of playing... Read more »
Motorhome Generator Maintenance
October 2, 2010
There are many advantages to owning a large Class A motorhome but to most people the ability to have instant access to 120-volt AC power at all times is perhaps one of the greatest assets. Some motorhome travelers like to camp in wilderness areas where power or other connections are not readily available.... Read more »
Adding a Low Oil Pressure Warning Light to Your Motorhome
September 14, 2010
An oil pressure gauge is a great thing to have and most motorhomes are equipped with one. However, stop and think about how often you actually look at it. The loss of oil pressure doesn’t take long to do serious damage to your engine, or even seize it, so why not add an ... Read more »
Learning the RV Lingo: Tips for Newbie RVers
August 5, 2010
Your RV’s NCC is maxed out, your toad is all hooked up, the galley’s stocked and you think you’re ready for your boondocking trip in your RBR. Courtesy of Foremost Insurance Group, learn some of the terms used by motorhome enthusiasts to make your next camping adventure or first motorhome purchase... Read more »
Testing Tire Gauges
August 2, 2010
By now everyone knows about the importance of maintaining the proper pressure in your motorhome tires. Improper inflation is the most common reason that motorhome tires fail and therefore the subject is a common topic at RV rallies and in Internet forums. Even after you have determined the proper inflation... Read more »
