We are now into Year 4 of full-time RV living so here is a summary of some of the more recent changes we've made: Amazon Blink security system, high-powered USB ports in the driver/passenger area, a new kitchen sink and faucet, a 5G/4G LTE MIMO Panel antenna, 960AH LiFePo4 battery bank (in progress), premium sewer hoses, and an upgraded latch for our step drawer.
Read MoreThe roller bar in the slide topper had seized up (the below-freezing temps and wind chill throughout the travel day probably contributed) and it was preventing the slide from extending until the roller bar broke free on one side of the housing.
Read MoreHow to filter non-potable water in an RV? We went with a $79 AquaCera Cerametix replacement filter for our existing canister system in the wet bay.
Read MoreWe highly recommend you check out El Cantaro even if you aren’t vegan. We aren’t vegan, but Jeri cannot eat a lot of dairy which is difficult when cheese is on almost everything. Sometimes she feels like she is missing out, but not El Cantaro. The “steak” nachos were the highlight and AMAZING!
Read MoreWe were given a recommendation to check out Katy's Smokehouse in Trinidad and since we happened to be driving by it one day we dropped in. I was expecting a restaurant, but Katy’s is really just a counter inside a small building selling smoked salmon, albacore, and other fish along with canned seafood goods.
Read MoreSince our motorhome has a few different heating options for the interior, we’ve often wondered which cost less? Propane vs electric in an RV. The short answer is propane will always be the cheapest option, unless you are staying somewhere with un-metered electricity in which case use all the electric devices you can since it’s already included in the cost of your stay!
Read MoreWe found several choices and based on some reviews and photos that looked promising we chose Sunrise Asian Market. As it turns out, this place is so incredible that we’ve been back several times on our visit.
Read MoreHere are the parts needed and exact steps to perform the water heater flush for a Suburban 12 gallon in a 2014 Tiffin Phaeton.
Read MoreHow to keep RV holding tanks from freezing and how to keep RV pipes from freezing while camping. Use a combination of steps: 1) Thermostat controlled personal space heater in the wet bay, 2) Keep fresh water tank as full as possible, 3) Add antifreeze as necessary to grey and black tanks, 4) Add a heated water hose, 5) Keep sewer hose elevated
Read MoreTo keep your RV warm in winter, you can use several different heat sources depending on whether you are plugged into shore power or boondocking using your generator. Our sources include: 1) Two built-in furnaces, 2) Two heat pumps in the roof AC units, 3) Built-in electric fireplace, 4) Presto heat dish, 5) Mr. Heater Buddy portable propane heater, 6) Heated mattress pad, 7) Wall Outlet Electric Heater.
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