by Bob Livingston | Nov 3, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Room With a View Photos by author Mounting a Garmin RV-specific GPS with a 10-inch screen takes some ingenuity to assure it won’t get in the way of dash controls or restrict windshield visibility — and be safe to use. A triple-jointed extension arm from Tackform made...
by Bob Livingston | Oct 27, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
A Big Stretch Photos by author Closing the fifth wheel’s large pass-through compartment door took super long arms or a big tug on the side to release the magnets holding it up. A simple pull handle made the process seamless. Exterior compartment doors are typically...
by Bill Gehr | Oct 27, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Slip-Sliding Away Photos by author When the dinette chairs moved freely and banged around while on the road, it was time to seek a simple solution without complicated modifications and breaking the bank. Free-standing dining tables and chairs offer a lot of...
by Bob Livingston | Sep 8, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Small Tips, Big Results Photos by the author and Bill Gehr Sometimes, it’s the little things that can make a big difference in livability and comfort. RVers love to tinker — and are not afraid to share great ideas with the entire community. RVers are industrious by...
by RV Enthusiast | Aug 25, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Under Pressure Creating nominal positive pressure inside your RV can reveal all of its possible weak spots where water incursion can lead to expensive repairs. Since this week’s newsletter carries a tip on locating and eliminating an LP-gas leak, we thought we’d also...
by Bob Livingston | Aug 25, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Your Nose Knows If you get a whiff of propane, it’s time to don your Sherlock Holmes hat and find the source of the leak. Testing connection points, hoses, regulators and cylinder/tank valves with dishwashing soap and water is your first line of defense. A strong...
