How To Connect RV Hookups

There unfortunately is not a perfect procedure for connecting your utility RV hookups. You do however need to have a process that prevents contamination, keeps anyone from being harmed, and keeps you from getting all wet (it’s not always just water…). I atteneded a new RV’er workshop recently at a RV show just for fun…

The Ultimate DIY RV Project: Custom Fifth Wheel

This is a story of a family of four doing the unthinkable and incredible:  building their very own DIY RV 5th wheel travel trailer. We’ve all seen custom DIY trailers and motorhomes – but you’ve probably never come across one that looks like it just rolled out of an RV manufacturer’s assembly plant. Chad and his…

RV Storage Ideas: Dining Chair RV Mod

Occasionally I will see real dining table and chairs in a RV and I always wonder how they do without all that extra storage. Clearly there is no replacing all that space but a contributor named “Professor95” from Woodalls Blog came up with a series of clever RV storage ideas shows off this way of replacing…

Portable propane fire pit

3 Portable Propane Outdoor Campfires. Ideal For Burn Ban Locations.

Given the hassle of transporting, storing, and finding firewood when traveling in your RV, you might wonder if there’s an easier way to enjoy a campfire. Some locations have burn bans and fire restrictions preventing you from starting a wood-fueled fire in the first place. Fortunately, there’s a solution to both of these problems. Enjoy a Campfire With…

RV Light from a Candle Made of Crisco

Show me an idea to turn a somewhat dull kitchen staple into man’s greatest invention (Fire) and chances are you have my attention. That’s the case with this RV light idea from acmeapproved.com. Any size container of Crisco Vegetable Shortening and a candle wick will allow you to create a source of light that will burn for days and possibly…

Rolling Home RV: The Wayzless – A 20 Year Story

This story begins in 1994 with Hardy Evans negotiating a trade for a 1946 International K B-6 truck which he offered the other party an equally dated and weathered truck. From there he spent 3 years restoring the International to working and aesthetically pleasing condition. Terry and Hardy evans then decided they would build a “Rolling…

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