Archive for December, 2006

RV Class Types defined

RV Class Types defined (By Dan Rosen) In North America, the term RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (or RV, as they are commonly known), generally refers to a dual purpose vehicle that can also be used as a temporary or full time home – essentially, a MOTORHOME. In Britain, on the other hand, common terms describing vehicles classified [...]

Troubleshooting Electrical System

Troubleshooting your RV Electrical System (By Mark Polk) If you enjoy RVs you already know that a major part of the fun with RVing is getting away from everything. You can just pack up the RV and head out to get some well deserved rest and relaxation without having to deal with the hassles of [...]

Water Softeners

On The Go Water Softeners – On The Go manufactures portable water softeners for all recreational vehicles. This compact unit measures 6 3⁄4” in diameter by 22” high.   Its compact size allows it to be stored in tight spaces.   These water softeners will soften approximately 300 gallons of water depending on supply water [...]

Factory Tours?

Factory Tours? (By Seth Mayor) Are you in the market for a new/used recreational vehicle, have you considered taking the factory tour where they are built? There are many reasons why you should and here are a few? 1. Because it will give you better insight into the type of construction and craftsmanship that goes [...]

Winterizing 101

Winterizing 101 (By Sean Russo) Over the years I have found many rver’s who do not understand the proper way of winterizing their recreational vehicle. Here is what I like to call Winterizing 101. This is the basics to what you need to know when preparing to winterize. These are common winterizing tasks whether you [...]

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy I for one am not going to let sky rocketing fuel prices change my plans for using and enjoying our RV. So, with that said and a motor home that averages 7 to 8 miles to a gallon I am forced to find ways to save on fuel costs rather than waiting and [...]