There are a few motorized coaches on the market that now have an automatic trailer leveling system. Here’s how it works: – Have your vehicle already disconnected – Turn the system on – Place down pads or blocks under your stabilizer jacks – Hit the ‘auto level’ button – The trailer will come down automatically level Watch the video tutorial below to learn more. Is there a How-To video you’d like to see? Let us know in the comment section below and check out last week’s How-To Video.
Here’s what you need to know about hooking up your 5th wheel: – Make sure the height of your pin box is lower than the height of your hitch when you back up your truck – Once you have your trailer locked into place, raise your front jacks by a quarter of an inch so you can test that the trailer hitch is secure – Plug in your 7-way plug in and breakaway switches To learn more about how to hookup your 5th wheel, watch the video tutorial below. Is there a How-To video you’d like to…
Your RV may be equipped with a tow package which will include a tow hitch and a 7-way pin connector. Depending on the size of RV you purchased, it’ll have different weight ratings, which is how much you’re able to tow from your hitch. To learn more, watch the video tutorial below. Is there a How-To video you’d like to see? Let us know in the comment section below and check out last week’s How-To Video.
Keeping your coach clean is easy and convenient with the Dirt Devil central vacuum system. It comes equipped with everything you need from your hose to your tools. Here’s how the system works: – Insert the hose into the outlet – Once plugged in, the system will automatically come on – If you have a small area that needs cleaning you can use the toe-kick To learn more about the central vacuum cleaner as well as how to empty the unit, watch the video tutorial below. Is there a How-To video you’d like to see? Let us…
Unlike the RV refrigerators you’ve seen in the past where it runs on propane and electric, a residential refrigerator works only on electric. To run it, you’ll need generator power, shore power or you can run it through your inverter when you’re driving down the road. To learn more, watch the video tutorial below. Is there a How-To video you’d like to see? Let us know in the comment section below and check out last week’s How-To Video.
We are in the age of technology and travel. Though the days of paper maps and compasses are nostalgic remnants of the past (to some), the ways of ‘back in my day’ don’t have to be abandoned quite yet. Today’s travel apps are the modern worlds way of navigating without hassle and frustration. We say leave the maps and compasses for the trail and upgrade to these excellent resources for your next RV trip. Photography: @knarles_gage Google Maps This is a necessity. Google Maps is endlessly useful for more than directions to and from your destination. Looking for…
Summer is quintessential family time. If you’re new to traveling with the kids and want some insider tips on how to make your RV trips as smooth as possible, you’re in luck. We got in touch with the ever inspiring Mali Mish crew. The family of five have been full-time road warriors since 2008. They’ve owned numerous rigs and are known for their DIY efforts where they customize their adventure mobile to fit their families specific needs. Enjoy their first hand insight on how to manage a family while living out your dreams on the road. Photography + Words…
A washer/dryer combo is a washing machine and a dryer all in one. Here are the steps to operate: 1. Load your clothing and set your wash time 2. Set your dry time 3. Hit the start button 4. Once the machine is done, take your clean clothes out It operates like your ones at home by requiring 110 power or generator power as well as connected water or water in your fresh water tank working off your freshwater pump. Before you start a load of laundry, double check that your grey tank is not full as this combo…
Let’s be honest, traveling can really squeeze a budget dry. Whether you’ve spent years saving for your motorhome living or you’re on a summer vacation with the family, no one is upset about having a little more money in their bank. And isn’t the whole point of RV living to slow down, relax and take in the scenery without major worries? Today we’re bringing you our top 4 tips on how to save while Rving. Some of these ideas might sound a little foreign to you at first, but we promise as soon as you make them apart of…
Some RVs have an optional dishwasher. This Grand Tour is equipped with a drawer-type dishwasher. You’ll see it has a wood cabinet door in the front to blend in with the rest of your cabinets. These operate the same as they do at home. You need 110 power and/or generator power if you’re not plugged in as well as a water supply. When it drains, the runoff goes into your grey tank. Your controls are mounted on top of the inside of the dishwasher. Watch the video tutorial to learn more. Is there a How-To video you’d…