How to Winterize an RV Before Freezing Temperatures Arrive Winterizing an RV is one of those maintenance jobs that is much easier to do before you absolutely have to. Once temperatures drop below freezing, water left inside the RV plumbing system can freeze, expand, and damage fittings, valves, faucets, pumps, water heaters, and other plumbing components. That
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RV (recreational vehicle) owners may need a trailer suspension upgrade for a few different reasons, depending on their specific situation and needs. Firstly, the suspension on a trailer is responsible for supporting the weight of the trailer and its contents, as well as providing a smooth ride for the occupants. If an RV owner is
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Glamping Glamping: What is it?That term might be familiar jargon nowadays or it’s new to you. Either way now is the time to check out where you can “glamp”. Where? There are literally countless places to go glamping. Picking a place that’s close to you for your first outing might be the best course of action.
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Making Memories in your RV While many people associate RVing with retirement, the truth is that this type of vacation can be enjoyed by people of all ages. One of the best things about RVing is that it provides the opportunity to create lasting memories with family and friends. Here are a few tips for
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Travel nursing is a great way to see the country and earn good pay at the same time. As a travel nurse, you can choose your assignments and destinations, meaning you can explore different parts of the country while still getting paid for your work. In addition, travel nurses often receive higher pay than their
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Elide Fire Ball 6″ or 4″ Red for RV Use RV Fire Extinguisher System A revolutionary self activating device designed to extinguish fire providing a much needed additional line of defense for fighting fires. Elide Fire Ball can be mounted in areas of concern where a possible fire can occur:Engine Compartments, Battery Compartments, Generator Compartments, Inside
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Tip #1:Do your research and identify opportunities for horseback riding in your area. At first glance, it might not seem like “research” is the proper word for horseback riding, but the horse world has many nuances you don’t see from the outside. If you have never ridden a horse before then you’ll definitely want to
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Camping Accessories: After going through his RV Eric realized how unappealing the dishes, silverware and so much other stuff were. He is now motivated to upgrade to RV-specific accessories made by companies such as Camp Casual or Camco’s Life is better at the Campsite products. He also points out that there are so many RV-related items that can be
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RV Model Numbers Below is the “almost” comprehensive list that can be used as a guide to help any RVer to keep track of the many RV model numbers and various parts on an RV that require such information. Almost all RV appliances will have model numbers that are required in order to look up
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RV Battery Wiring This article focuses on RV Battery Wiring and other aspects of 12 Volt Deep Cycle & 6 Volt (Golf Cart) Lead Acid Batteries, including maintenance-free lead-acid batteries. Other battery types are AGM, Gel Cell & Lithium-Ion. Lead Acid batteries are the least expensive batteries and adequate for most RVers. It is always
Portable vs Fixed Solar Portable vs Rooftop Solar – there’s never been a better time to invest in solar power for an RV or travel trailer. With so many people venturing farther off-grid for extended periods instead of searching for scarce campsites with power, RV solar is more popular than ever. At the same time,
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Handheld Satellite Communicators with GPS Navigation Rugged handheld satellite communicators enable two-way text messaging via 100% global Iridium® satellite network (satellite subscription required) Trigger an interactive SOS to the 24/7 search and rescue monitoring center Track and share your location with family and friends Pair with compatible mobile devices using the free Earthmate® app for access to downloadable maps¹, U.S. NOAA
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In Episode 93 Eric talks about bicycling as a great way to get exercise and check out the views. Taking bikes on an RV trip is easy and well worth it in so many ways. It is an easy way to get around an RV Park or even some small towns. It is good exercise
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The Smart RVer tries to have the right tool for the job! Sometimes it isn’t always possible to do so and that is understood. This 12 volt relay tester is an ideal product to have in your too box. Eric recommends the less expensive models if you are not a professional who would need on
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Save 10% Using This Link And Coupon Code Smartrver10 How WhereSafe Works WhereSafe is real-time tracking technology and not less reliable SMS-based location by request services. WhereSafe is always tracking and will notify you of issues IF you need to know, so you don’t have to constantly monitor. The WhereSafe smartphone app keeps in constant contact with
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If you want to beat the heat and add some privacy to your RV Awning an RV sun shade can be the best solution. Lets face it, the sun can make it just to hot under an awning without the added shade of an RV Awning Sun Shade. To help you solve this problem Sunpro
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Exterior Sun Control FAQ’s: Q: How does exterior shading work? A: Exterior Sun Control Screens absorb and dissipate a large percentage of solar heat and glare before it reaches windows and doors; this keeps the glass and interior cool. Q: Are Sun Control Screens easy to clean? A: Yes, they only need an occasional cleaning
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HELPFUL ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS If you’re looking to make your RV vacation experience more enjoyable then no doubt you appreciate the need to install a quality set of drapes on your coach’s awning. Awning sun shades can give you privacy, shade, & cooler temperatures. They can protect you and your family from the intense
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Protect your RV with ADCO’s Designer Series DuPont Tyvek® Plus Wind RV Cover. Designed for all climates. Features triple layer DuPont Tyvek® top panel and triple layer designer polypropylene sides with a contemporary aesthetic unique to ADCO. Significantly reduces premature aging of RV and helps maintain resale value. Keeps Roof clean to reduce black-streaks from
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↓RV Deep Cycle Battery Maintenance Chargers! After doing Episode 44 about maintaining RV Deep Cycle Batteries I felt I should recommend the Trickle Chargers I promoted in the episode. Noco nad Battery Tender are the brands I would recommend for trickle chargers. If you are looking for a shop type of I charger I would go
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Which Holding Tank Product to Choose? That is a great question that is so often answered wrong. In my podcast Episode 45 I break down in great detail. Not only what I recommend but, also what type of Holding Tank Chemical/Product you should be using and why. These are the objectives you want to see happening
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↓ FULL TRANSCRIPT EPISODE 47 – STABLIZING FOR 5TH WHEELS AND TRAVEL TRAILERS Hey everybody, this is Eric Stark with the RV Maintenance And Education show at RadioArizonaRV.com, and as a reminder you can check out these podcasts or listen to them at iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher, Deezer and any of the major podcast channels, you can
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PROTECTING THE SAFETY OF YOUR TIRES Many people don’t realize that the safety of RV or Trailer tires cannot always be determined by the depth of tread that is left. It’s rare that a trailer tire wears out, tread-wise. Lack of cornering loads and low annual mileage mean trailer tires
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Suburban Water Maintenance Tips These are methods approved by Suburban for maintaining a Suburban Water Heater. All of the methods are proven and should be followed to maintain the integrity of the water heater and protect it’s warranty if it is new. There is a lot of differing information available and some of it might
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These are proven methods for maintaining an Atwood RV Water Heater. Even though it is Atwood-specific, the principles hold true for Suburban and Dometic RV Water Heaters as well. Atwood provides the proper methods to maintain their water heaters, which should be followed for many good reasons. Listen to my podcast and hear what you
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What is the RV Lifestyle? Typically living in an RV Full Time. You have Sold your house and now you are living on the Road Full Time. The RV is now your permanent home that goes where you go. Do You Have to be a Full-Time RV’er? Even though the definition implies you are a
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Yuma, AZThere are countless reasons why Yuma Arizona is the Smart RVers dream destination. In the following article, we will examine some specific reasons why this is true and how you can plan your own Yuma-bound Smart RVer trip! Culture & HistoryYuma has a unique and beautiful culture that incorporates Spanish, Native American tribes like
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