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How we installed an exterior shower

Well, we finally installed an exterior shower in the travel trailer. With 4 kids we've had this on our list, be it at the bottom of our list, for a while now. We kept putting it off until a recent don incident bumped it WAY up the list.After our la...

RVcircus by • Explorer II
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2002 Jayco Qwest roof leak damage bathroom end

Hello - I'm new here, as my husband and I just purchased a 2002 Jayco Qwest not knowing there was a leak. I noticed in the shower corner along the ceiling that the wallboard (there is not a surround) was able to be pushed in. Upon looking at the ro...

Solar project started

Well finally got to start the solar put the panels up today 2 255W panels. Will post more as project progresses. Still working on what inverter to get thinking of this from AM Solar http://www.amsolarrv.com/inv/99-vt2000kit

50 AMP cord storage

Like many of you I have a heavy 50 Amp cord I have to detach, pack up and store underneath in my 5th wheel storage compartment. Presently I curl it up in a Tupperware container then lift it up in the storage area. As you know, it's heavy.Any ideas o...

Awning Lights - How to?

We just upgrade our Fifth Wheel for a Class A and we went from a manual type awning to an electric one. Which I am already liking but next to the smell of bacon cooking in the morning and campfires, my next favorite thing is hanging lights on the awn...

lakebum by • Explorer
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Day night shades

I ordered replacement shades for my 2008 allegro, ordered them from Tiffin. Does anyone know of a good video or article about how to remove the old ones and install the new ones?I've poked around here and on YouTube but come up short. Thx

beaubeau by • Explorer
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LED light strip install

I'm getting ready to install an LED light strip under my awning. I've seen a couple of videos of people installing them on the under-side of the awning attachment track so they shine straight down along the wall. Our exterior is dark painted. I want ...

Tal_IL by • Explorer
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Honda EU2000i case tempature

.I had an extension welded on my Honda muffler and Muffler guy with 40 years experience said 1" was too big and used 1/2" conduit for a 1' extension.I neglected to get some base temperatures from generator before doing this. II am now concerned that...

jjrbus by • Explorer
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From the frame up - Complete gut job & remodel - 1984 TT

This thread is a small selection of photos and description of our travel trailer remodel. It is documented on http://blog.whenthingsbreak.com/"Today we brought home the trailer... It's a 1984 Petersen Excel 22' travel trailer. It seemed like it was i...

wtbman by • Explorer
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Battery Voltmeter Installation Question

I had problems with my 12 volt system on my FW and when I pulled the battery I found that it was only putting out 7 volts. The rig stays plugged in all the time.A few weeks ago someone posted a thread about installing a permanently mounted voltmeter...

mabynack by • Explorer II
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Complete remodel of my Class C 1983 Honey

I am a new motorhome owner! I decided to buy a class C (anything that was drivable I was ok with while looking) and for my birthday I purchased my very first RV. I absolutely love it. The problem? The guy lied like crazy! I had a feeling there was a...

RV Refer Cooling Improvements - Part 1

This is an attempt to rectify a less than professional RV refer install by the manufacturer.My RV temps were getting into the high 40s and 50s when ambient temps reached 100+F. After doing some research I found that the rear side of refers need to h...

Baja_Man by • Explorer
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Outside Grill Upgrade

I upgraded our outside kitchen grill and did a short video comparison of the Sidekick RV500 grill vs. the Camco Olympian 5500 grill. If you are considering buying either one of these grills, this is a must-see. Sidekick Grill vs Camco Olympian 5500 G...

Refurb / Repair 2000 Travel Supreme

Hi all. Newb here. Just purchased a 5th wheel for the 1st time. Travel supreme express 2000 38'. Had 3 other bumper pulls in the past. Really like the trailer a lot but it needs some work. Some problems I found while inspecting it ( with no help from...

DonJon99 by • Explorer
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looking to replace u-shape dinette and love seat sofa

as the title says looking to replace the u-shape Dinette and small sofa sleeper in the rig with a free standing dinette and chairs along with 2 recliners on the 12 foot slide out anyone have a good web site or place for furniture that don't cost an ...

sarhvac1 by • Explorer
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