by Bill Gehr | Mar 29, 2024 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Light ’Em Up—Take Two Photos by Bill Gehr After fumbling to find foodstuffs in an extra-large pantry, a LED light strip was installed and hooked up to a reed switch — plus a Bosch mini relay — so it could be turned on automatically when the door was opened. Now, I can...
by Bill Gehr | Mar 29, 2024 | Cool Gadgets, RVEXPERT
Cooktop Conniptions Photos by the author Cleaning up a burner pan that’s been soiled from boiled over food, grease splatters and plain ‘ol chef sloppiness is much easier when the surface is lined with a silicone barbecue-grill mat. I’m not crazy about housework, but...
by Bill Gehr | Mar 22, 2024 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Light ’Em Up Photos by Bill Gehr After fumbling to find foodstuffs in an extra-large pantry, a LED light strip was installed and hooked up to a reed switch so it could be turned on automatically when the door was opened. Now, I can see what I’m looking for. RV owners...
by Bill Gehr | Mar 15, 2024 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Plug It In, Outside Photos by the author AC outlets are typically provided inside the front storage compartment, which complicates the process needed to route power cords to appliances and other electrical accessories on the patio. Installing an outdoor outlet in a...
by Bill Gehr | Mar 8, 2024 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Gas Pains Photos by the author If you smell LP-gas in or near the compartment housing the second cylinder in a fifth wheel, the single-stage regulator has likely failed. The fix is easy, but you’ll want to upgrade to a better-quality regulator by Marshall Excelsior....