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Alpicool C20 20 Liter 12 volts Refrigerator

Posted on August 30, 2020 (January 9, 2021) by Stephen T

Stuff happens, and just about anybody who travels in an RV extensively will have refrigerator problems sooner or later. Or maybe you just want a truly tiny refrigerator you can use just about anywhere. In my case, it was a refrigerator failure. While waiting for parts I needed something to keep some minimal items cold. […]

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ECOFLOW DELTA 1300

Posted on February 1, 2020 (February 2, 2020) by Stephen T

So this is one of those newfangled devices that you have to stop and explain as it didn’t exist just a year or two ago. It’s a Lithium “generator”, meaning it works like a portable generator only it uses a battery instead of gas. They haven’t made huge inroads yet, because for a homeowner a […]

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RV Generator – Diesel or Propane?

Posted on December 25, 2019 (December 25, 2019) by Stephen T

This comes up online so often online that arguably its comparable to, “Cats or Dogs?” But not really. Each has their own advantages and disadvantages, so its worth considering what you plan to do with it. Its important to understand that RV diesel generators are not the same thing as the legendary commercial diesel generators […]

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Verizon Visible Phone Service

Posted on September 19, 2019 (December 9, 2019) by Stephen T

Once in a while something comes along that really is a good deal, and this is it! Visible.com is a new kind of phone service that uses Verizon towers for an ultra cheap $40 a month, no taxes or fees. Most people who have been RVing for a while know that there is only one […]

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RV Chassis Battery Tender

Posted on September 13, 2019 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

So it turns out many RVs (and for sure our Sprinter) have pretty massive “vampire” loads. If you park my van, even for a fairly short period (say 10 days) you could come back to a battery that’s depleted. That’s because the house charger will not charge the chassis battery from AC, and the chassis […]

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Collapsible RV Water Container

Posted on September 2, 2019 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

Sooner or later you’ll need a water jug while camping. For instance while camping at Yellowstone with no hookups we occasionally used the nearby spigot to top off the fresh water tank without moving. Most of the time though, its unneeded so this was the perfect solution. It stays folded 99% of the time and […]

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Tiny RV Table

Posted on September 2, 2019 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

We don’t use a table or chairs a whole lot. But from time to time we will sit outside and have a snack or wine. I wanted a table that takes up next-to-nothing in space when not in use, and this really fit the bill. The top and legs roll up into a tiny case […]

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No-plug Camper Toaster

Posted on September 2, 2019 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

Look Ma no plug! When you travel in a 25 foot RV, real estate is scarce. We previously had a small toaster oven. But even that little guy required a generator start and had to be stowed in an outside department. So back to the stone age. This little thing makes great toast in 30 […]

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Brita Water Pitcher, Slim

Posted on August 20, 2019 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

We learned quickly that Bottled water is an unwanted and expensive chore. We are water bigots and at home drink RO (Reverse Osmosis) or bottled water to get rid of chlorine or other chemicals But then we realized we already have double filtration in the the RV (house filter + external hose mounted filter) so […]

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LG BP175 Blu-Ray

Posted on July 14, 2019 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

One of my gripes about by new RV is that it came with a junk Jensen DVD player. I call it junk because, seriously , a DVD player in 2019? No Blu-Ray? It’s hard to understand why a garbage product like the Jensen exists. At the wholesale level a raw Blu-Ray device probably costs less […]

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RV Refrigerator Temperature Monitor

Posted on July 14, 2019 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

I quickly learned that RV refrigerators REALLY suck. I already knew that my spare refrigerator at home in my garage in Florida suffered in the 90 degrees + heat. But what I didn’t know is that RV refrigerators use a different technology than a home compressor fridge. In a nutshell, the freezer is generally marginally […]

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Amazon Cloud Cam for RV

Posted on July 5, 2019 (May 23, 2020) by Stephen T

I wanted an interior security camera for a couple reasons. Mostly, it’s just sort of a “last ditch” security device. It’s not going to stop a thief from breaking in, but may help you to extract some measure of revenge by getting a good video of the deed. Could be useful, either to help catch […]

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RV Kitchen Faucet Aerator

Posted on June 15, 2019 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

Ok this is an absurdly simple item, hardly even worth mentioning… I learned of it while watching the YouTube channel “HoboTech”. This chronicles some middle age guy who gives up his dayjob, converts an old RoadTrek, and travels the country. In between, he offers a lot of great tips for the DIYer. So one of […]

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RV Portable Gas Grill

Posted on September 6, 2018 (December 9, 2019) by Stephen T

When I ordered my 2019 Unity CB I had a lot of time to think about it.  It took a full year to build and deliver, so I had plenty of time to start stocking up on the stuff I would be needing to make our eventual grand tour of the USA. And stock up […]

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RV Air Compressor Review

Posted on September 3, 2018 (October 18, 2019) by Stephen T

My very first RV purchase once we finally received ours (the 2019  Leisure Travel Corner Bed was one year on order) was an air compressor.  I think it’s the most essential RV accessory. A couple reasons.  First, maintaining proper air pressure is extremely important.  It will have an effect on the safety, handling, and tire […]

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