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  1. How to Reduce Toxic Odors in New RVs by P.S. Orr

    Have you purchased a new RV recently and notice a toxic odor that emits from the interior every time you open the door? Or do you already own an RV that causes your eyes to water, nose to sting and gives you a headache every time you go inside? Generally, the odors you smell and the reactions you are experiencing are a result of various amounts of formaldehyde and other chemicals found in the particle board, glue and other synthetic materials that are used to construct your RV. Even though there are some regulations regarding the use of these chemicals in certain building materials, the regulations do not totally prohibit the use of toxic chemicals in the use of everyday building items.

  2. Why Filter Your RV Drinking Water? by Mark Polk

    Over the years I have written numerous articles about water filtration, water quality and sanitizing your RV water system. There are lots of reasons to be concerned about the water we drink, especially when it comes to RV’s. When you travel in your RV and stop at different destinations on a regular basis you don’t know anything about the quality of the water you are using or drinking. It seems like every day you hear more and more about what is in the water we drink and how it can impact our health. I have always been an advocate for filtering the water in our RV and I am always on the lookout for the best possible method for filtering water.

  3. Motor Homes – Cost and Structure by Abu Monsur

    If we just consider a home within a bus, then we can perhaps say that it could be too narrow and awkward. Like when you’re eating and all of a sudden you pass on a rough road. Or possibly when you place a glass on a table and it slides of when the road is on an incline. Those concerns are well dealt with. Here are the insights about motor home, its parts and structure.

  4. Motor Homes Can Be Fun by Abu Monsur

    Before you can drive an RV, make sure you are ready to become proficient at driving one. You envisage the fun and special experience of moving around in a recreational vehicle, much more than driving one. Nonetheless, keep in mind that you should first have the appropriate requirements to be in a position to drive a motor home. The law demands that you should have passed a driving test attesting that indeed, you have the aptitude to drive motor homes.

  5. Motor Home – The Best Deal by Abu Monsur

    Are you intending to obtain a brand new motor home? But, you do not know where to begin and how to find the best deal obtainable in town? This is understandable since motor homes are not exactly an easy, affordable investment, so when obtaining one, you should be very wise before signing up for any deal to own one.

  6. Motor Homes – Who Buys Them? by Abu Monsur

    In Europe and North America, it is an everyday sight to observe vans and trailers being used as a house. Trailer houses are likewise called recreational vehicles.

  7. A Motor Home For Your Family by Abu Monsur

    Have you and your family decided to get yourselves an RV in order to improve your bonding time and travel without trouble and in comfort? Well, ahead of finally choosing the RV you would love to get, it is essential that you look into the different types of motor homes first.

  8. Motorhome Alarms For CANbus Vehicles by Mill L Clarke

    From 2003 many Motorhomes have come with a new type of wiring called CANbus, short for Controlled Area Network. This method of wiring vehicles means that the wiring actually sends data which allows the engine to communicate with various electrical parts of the vehicle. It was actually developed by Bosch in 1983, but will become a standard way for all vehicles to be wired within the next few years.

  9. Buying a New Motor Home – How to Go About It by Ed Simon

    When you are shopping for a brand new motor home, whether it’s a Class A or C, there will be many questions that you’ll want answers to before making a final decision. The method presented here is a recommended approach on how to discover all the information needed and a means to get all your questions answered when buying your dream motor home.

  10. The Vast History of the RV (Recreational Vehicle) by Heidi Speare

    This article summarizes the innovations of the RV throughout the past century. It explains some of the history and technological breakthroughs that have brought about what we recognize in today’s society as one of the most popular aspects of luxury and accommodations. The recreational vehicle has enormously expanded in the past few decades and continues to bring enjoyment and motivation to those who love to see what the world has to offer.

  11. Traveling to Mexico As a Full Time Rv’er by Will Imanse

    One of the things that almost all Full Time RV’ers do is follow the sun. During the winter you will see them heading south on the interstates to go to places like Florida and Arizona. But if you talk to many of them, they will tell you that they have thought about RV’ing in Mexico but so far have not done it. Little do they know the wonderful new experiences that await them in Mexico.

  12. Holding Tank Maintenance When Bugging Out by Joseph Parish

    As those that follow my blog and website may be aware I am current bugging out in a travel trailer and as such I find that there are certain things that one must do on a routine basis to maintain sanitary conditions. One of these tasks is to properly drain and clean the campers holding tanks.

  13. Class A Motor Homes Compared to 5th Wheel Trailers by Ed Yurs

    The choice that you will make between buying a Class A motor home versus a 5th wheel trailer will involve the considerations listed in this article. Its left to the reader to determine which type of recreational vehicle (RV) is best for them, but advantages of one type or the other will be noted in certain categories.

  14. Getting Your RV Ready For Winter by Craig Kwiatkoski

    Well winter is fast approaching and you’re all done with your RV or trailer. Now before the winter comes, you have to winterize your RV. Hopefully you’ve done it already like myself because winter is already here. If you live in a warmer climate, maybe the winter hasn’t hit you yet. So you will have a little longer to do this or your still using your RV or trailer.

  15. RV Television and Reception Choices by Ed Yurs

    We’ll explore the world of television inside your recreational vehicle (RV), and discuss the choices that are available for service reception. Its not your parent’s RV any more, things have definitely gone high tech with regard to television.

  16. Useful Tips When Buying Motorhomes by Steven Magill

    A motorhome is a sound investment for those who like to travel and still have the conveniences of a home. Motor homes come in all shapes, sizes and prices. Their popularity started in the United States because owning a motor home enabled anyone to uproot themselves from one place to transplant themselves to another.

  17. Use a Guide to Buy a Used RV by Bill Joyce

    Are you looking to buy a used RV? Do you know anything about them? If not, you need to take a long look at the tricks of getting a great used RV that will help you to have years of fun on the road and make sure that you get the RV you have been wanting, without the problems.

  18. Buying a Repossessed RV vs New Or Used RVs For Sale by Spencer Arnold

    Price. The biggest difference between a new or repo RV is price. As soon as a new RV is driven off the lot, it loses 30% of its value and then an additional 10-20% in the next couple years.

  19. Buy Foreclosed RVs – Save Money Like Dealers Do by Spencer Arnold

    Many used RV dealers pick up a significant portion of their inventory by buying foreclosed RVs. They look for ones in good condition, clean them up a little, fix any minor problems, and then sell them for much more than they spent to make their profit.

  20. RV Repossession – Advantages of Buying a Repossessed RV by Spencer Arnold

    RVs are great for long vacations or short weekend get-a-ways, traveling around the country or seeing things just minutes away. But new RVs are fairly expensive, especially when most people use their RV less than one month each year.

  21. What to Look For When Buying Foreclosed RVs at RV Foreclosure Auctions by Spencer Arnold

    Foreclosed RVs sold at bank auctions are usually sold at low prices and can be a great option instead of buying more expensive used RVs at dealerships. However, there is always the chance of getting a lemon instead. While many foreclosed RVs are in good condition, some need major repairs and these are not always obvious.

  22. Enjoy Comfortable Road Trips With RV Mattresses by Aston Bordon

    For a long road trip on your RV, you need to spare a thought about the bedding you’ll be sleeping on, while on the road. Get a RV mattress that gives you the all the comfort and support for many long nights on the road. Read on to know more about it.

  23. Your Travel Trailer As an Emergency Shelter by Julie Jacobs

    No one looks forward to dealing with disaster, but when it strikes unexpectedly, you can proceed with confidence if you are ready for the unpredictable. Everyone should be organized for the hurricanes, wildfire, or any calamity that requires you to leave your home and seek shelter. Hotels, and motels fill up quickly in emergencies, and most public shelters will not allow you to bring your pets. If you are fortunate enough to have a travel trailer, you can use it as an emergency shelter.

  24. Taking Your Travel Trailers to the Wild West by Julie Jacobs

    Each year during the last full week of July, Cheyenne, Wyoming celebrates her heritage with Frontier Days, The Daddy of ‘Em All. The western celebration includes what they claim is the world’s largest professional outdoor rodeo. It is certainly a wonderful week full of fun activities, parades, and other entertainment. Travel trailers are welcome in the numerous RV campgrounds in the area. You’ll want to make your reservation early because they do fill up quickly.

  25. Your Class C on the Alaska Highway by Julie Jacobs

    Is your dream to drive the Alaska Highway…all the way to Alaska? Is it feasible in your Class C? Is it safe? Do you need to carry gas with you for the motorhome? Will you be able to buy food along the way? What you need to know before driving the Alaska Highway You can drive your RV over the 1,523 miles of the Alaska (Alcan) Highway if your motorhome is in good repair. There are many wide, open spaces along the highway. So before you go, you need to have someone check the structural part of the RV. Remember to pay attention to the engine, brakes, and other mechanical components. Take emergency first aid supplies, and make financial provisions for places where you can’t use credit cards.

  26. Volun-Tourism and Your Class C by Julie Jacobs

    Have you ever heard someone remark that they need a vacation to recover from their vacation? It’s amazing how tiring it can be to lie around on the beach and soak up sun! Maybe there is a better way. Volun-Tourism is a phrase that was coined a few years ago that means going somewhere on your vacation to help others in need. You can pack up your family into your Class C RV and be a blessing to someone else. How do you get started with Volun-Tourism? There are numerous organizations on the Internet who can help you get started. Since this is a family trip, it calls for a family meeting. Discuss the place or places you’d like to visit. Decide on several possibilities. Next, contact organizations who have values and services about which you can get excited. Maybe it is a conservation project. It might be an animal sanctuary for endangered species. If your thing is feeding the hungry, there are many inner city programs to feed and help in urban areas.

  27. Enclosed Car Haulers Made the Grade by Therese Marie

    Traveling with a larger self contained RV can present its own unique set of problems. While it is great that you get to essentially have all the comforts of home, the actual traveling to a destination means planning large places to park and making sure you don’t get yourself boxed into a parking place even in a large parking lot.

  28. Get Your Kicks With Your Fifth Wheel on Route 66 by Julie Jacobs

    Route 66 is a road of legend, music, movies, television, books, and Americana. For 40 years, it was the main highway from east to west. The essence of it captures the imagination of travelers. Take your fifth wheel on a journey down memory lane on Route 66. If you don’t have an RV, try a one-way RV rental for the journey. Summer is the optimum time, and Chicago is where you want to begin.

  29. Is a Fifth Wheel Trailer For You? by Julie Jacobs

    A fifth wheel is a type of RV trailer pulled by a truck outfitted with a special hitch mounted directly to the pickup bed. For some families, this is a great way to travel. Is this a good fit for you? The fifth wheel hitch A fifth wheel is easier to drive due to the nature of the gooseneck hitch. This also produces smoother, safer, and more stable turns. You can pull heavier weights with this hitch. That is important with a large fifth wheel trailer. The hitch takes up a lot of space in the truck bed, and requires removal of the tailgate on the truck.

  30. Bank Repossessed RVs For Sale – Great Buying Tips For Your Recreational Vehicle by Calvin Anderson

    Buying bank repossessed RVs for sale is one of the best ways for you to finally have your own recreational vehicle at very affordable prices. These units are generally bank acquired assets recovered from several clients with delinquencies in their loan payments.

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