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Ceiling AC -- any mods to direct the cold air?

I have a 13.5 BTU Coleman which has a vent on either side. Beyond adjusting the louvers up/down, I can't change the way the AC blows. And it blows RIGHT on the sofa bed at night which is where my son sleeps. Under a blanket or two. Are there any DIY...

Running RV wiring

I've recently purchased a 2007 Winnebago Sightseer, model 33T. I'm interested in running some new wiring for cameras and televisions, and possibly adding 110V outlets. I've got wiring diagrams from Winnebago, which include information such as "Rout...

Class A, dull hood paint, what to do??

My hood is mostly black and very dull. I have had it buffed out a couple times so it was mirror like. But after several days to a few weeks it starts going very dull again. None of the other colors on the motorhome do this (it's full body paint). ...

110V receptacle above pantry

There was no power above the pantry in my 36CKTS. There was room for another breaker in power box (black box lower right).Fished wires up to a switch and then up to a receptacle on top of pantry.C.B.

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This CC ain't Rockin/Wiggling No more-No more

Even with the 6 point level-up system we could feel rockin/wigglin going on. Well today I fixed that.Welded a couple of tabs on the hitch receiver with pins attached.2-4 foot long stabilizer arms with diamond plate pads and a ratchet strap. took care...

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Skirting fifth wheel

As I settle into my first winter as a full timer and learning as I go, I'm planning to skirt my 5er as I've deduced the major cause of chilly drafts is coming from the floors of my slides (around the couches in the front living room, around the bed i...

One Pound Propane Re fill Adapter

Has anyone used the adapter to put on your 30 lbs tank to enable you to refill the 1 lb disposable tanks. I was looking into purchasing one to avoid lugging around the 20 lb tank for my BBQ.

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1980's decor

I don't know where else to post this since it's a question but if it's moved please tell me where you move it to.We have a 1983 C class with a very 1983 brown and flower decor my wife has developed a hatred for. So here's the question. What type of p...

household fridge

I'm cuurently building a class 'b" rv from a high top ford. Is there a downside to using a small (dormsize) fridge? I'll be using a 400AH battery bank, with wind and solar plus shore power when available. Is there a reason few people use household...

Wall-mount TV in small travel trailer ?

Hi, I'm just wondering how do you wall-mount your TV in a small travel trailer? I have no reinforced wall surface to install a swivel wall-mount bracket for my 19 inch LED TV. I'm wondering if I can put a reinforcement wood piece over the wall, glue ...

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carpet removal

Hi Folks! We have a 28' Sunnybrook Sunset Creek and would like to remove the carpet from the slide. If we do this will there be a gap between the slide and the floor of the trailer? And can I cover the floor and the slide with vinyl. :?

Second Water Heater?

I have a cougar 24ft it's just me and the wife so the trailer is mostly empty. I have lots of weight to play with. My water heater is located in the back of the rig the shower is located at the front of the rig. When I want hot water at the shower I ...

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