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Tv mount

I bought a tv mount for my 26" led to put in my camper. The issue I'm having is that the mounts arm isn't very long and the studs on my cabinet are on the corner of each side so I can't mount my tv. What are your suggestions on how to fix this? The o...

Is there a better tank monitor panel/display

Does anyone manufacture a holding tank monitor panel that displays the tank levels with a continuously on readout so that you can see the levels of the tanks with just a glance and not have to push any buttons?It sure would be nice to have a display ...

RV A/C ceiling vent changes -- could use some tips

Good morning. I'd like to try to help my girls in their bunkhouse when summer camping since their room is always the warmest. I have a 40ft 5th wheel with a 15K roof A/C in the main living space as well as a 13.5K in the front bedroom. The main li...

ordered a rouge wave..... Install to follow

Howdy all... I ordered a wifi antenna and router... This piece of kit is rad. It'll be here weds... Install pics will follow. My buddies will connect to a wifi source over a mile away. It's rated at 800mw, but I got close to 1w (1000mw) from it. 920m...

Dinette Bed Mod

I recently completed (well, 95% anyway) a project that I’ve been thinking about for about a month.In our TT, a 2012 Springdale 179QB, for sleeping we have the queen (short) bed and then the converted dinette. I am 6’4” and can sleep in the short que...

Tripod support for too-short stabilizer jacks

Since I flipped my axles for extra ground clearance, my stabilizers don’t reach the ground; I usually bring a stack of big wooden blocks to make up the difference. But the blocks are a little bit unsteady. So I made some collapsible tripods, and th...

Winnebago class C - power supply for backup cameras

Hi , Unhappy with the attitude of the camera installer who wanted to charge $250 to install the backup camera, I decided to do it myself. I was under the truck for 2 hours wiring the video cable. I was surprise to learn how easy it is to run the cabl...

Ultrabreeze vs. MaxxAir

I just went to my local Camping World and picked up two black Ultrabreeze vent covers. But I think I have run into a slight snag. Work & Plays have flat metal roofs. Around the base of each vent fan is all that gooey sealant. There is no flat surface...

spray coat the awning

Hi everyone,My awning is a few years old. I am planing to spray with the top with Flexible Rubber Sealant (see the link below) . I think it will make is nicer and provide better protection for the rest of the awning . The only concern I have is that ...

Using a small Inverter

My skill with electricity and electronics are limited but I had an idea and am not sure if this is a good idea. I have an inverter in my trunk not doing much, that I was given for Christmas a few years ago. It is a 175w non-sinusoidal inverter.My t...

Dinette seat storage drawer

I finally decided to make a drawer under the dinette seat to give easy access to the storage area underneath the seat.Here is the before view.Now, the closed drawer.And the open drawer.

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Out with the brass, in with the satin nickel

We are replacing all the brass fixtures, cabinet hardware etc in our 5th wheel. The brass looks dated and is starting to flake.My biggest problem is what to do with the frame on the shower enclosure and the frame on the mirrored closet doors.Has any...

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Shower

I would like to install a quick connect coupler system for my outside shower. Any ideas if this is possible or where I might buy this hardware. Thanks

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Wanderer Lite by Thor Parts

I am having a hard time finding a Water Heater By-Pass valve for my Wanderer Lite RV. CAMCO parts will not work. The water lines are molded and have a bigger thread. If anyone has a good source for genuine parts, please let me know.

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