RV Newbies

RV toilet paper

Yeah I know this is a strange topic.I have always bought "RV" toilet paper but I'm wondering if it is really necessary? It's so much more expensive than other TP.I'm thinking I could just use the regular stuff we bought at Costco.The package says "se...

Quick GVWR help

I’m looking to buy my first camper but I’m very limited bc I drive a Honda Pilot The sticker inside the door says my GVWR is 6096lbs, but when I run my VIN through one of those trailer sites online, it says my car’s limit is 4500lbs. Should I be goin...

First camp trip?

OK girls, the trailer is parked. So now let's go have some fun!Just had to post this.

Honda 2000i tips and tricks for changing oil.

As the title says...any tips or tricks for not spilling any oil. I haven't mastered it yet, even though I got a little funnel that screws in I always seem to make a mess.

Extended warranty

Hi,Looking for some advise from RV owners.Is it a good idea to buy the extended warranty from the Dealer?We are waiting for our BT Cruiser from RV Wholesalers and they are offering a 5 year platinum coverage from Protective for $7000. Any advise woul...

Avoiding Low clearance routes

Hi all! My name is kutter. I am new to the forum and new to RVing. My family and I have recently purchase a 5th wheel, 35ft length and 13.5ft tall. I am not new to trailers or towing, but have never owned a trailer tall enough to worry about clearanc...

RV sale pending, but we found evidence of mice...

Hi everyone! My family and I are in the process of hopefully purchasing a used 5th wheel soon to live in full time. It seems to be in pretty decent shape for a 2006. HOWEVER...when we went back to look at it yesterday we found mouse droppings. The mo...

Friend is looking to get into rv.. check this site out ??

So he sends me this site that has what appears great deals I can’t figure out how they can possibly sell these so cheapIt says they are seized units but still ...

High Dezert Off Road, now RVing

Hello everyone, I am new to the RV world. Got tired of sleeping in a tent, plus the wife was "over it". As a retired Army Vet, nothing is worst than "camping" in the military. I live in the High Dezert in Cali and my hobbies are Off Road Fabrication ...

What does it mean?

What does it mean when a campground says that they are a “ winterized campground “ ?

Purchased my first RV

After a long time researching RV's I finally bought my first one.Purchased a 2018 Prime Time Tracer 253AIR. Had the floor plan and storage that I like. It is 28' with one slide and rear kitchen, a good size to start with. I will be using it weeken...

Are TT or 5vr Toy hauler handling better with trike loaded?

We are looking at getting a Toy Hauler and down the road, get a trike to take with us. It seems to me that a TT with such a loaded rear end would be a nightmare to control on road. Is this the case? This is why we are thinking about going to a 5vr. B...

2003 Coleman Caravan

I'm looking for an owners manual or copy for a 2003 Coleman Caravan C25SLB. If anyone has one or could make a copy (Will pay for copy/postage), would be greatly appreciated.J Brooks

Carport or individual covers for slidouts?

First time 5th wheel owner will be full time for a couple years in one location. I'm considering putting up a metal "car port" over the trailer to protect against rain, snow, sun UV. I've also seen some folks put up a roof over each slide somehow.....

Four Corners/Durango

Hello, I'm planning a trip in late March/early April and was wondering if it's a good time to visit? I've called several campsites and some dont even open until May. My main concerns are weather (snow) and pulling a trailer at high elevation. Tentat...

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