RV Newbies

Trick for cleaning Stainless appliances...Awesome!

The wife and I love the look of our stainless appliances, but for whatever reason the same technique we used back in the sticks and bricks isn't working in the RV. So we talked to a couple of other fulltimers and they clued us in to the Windex and Cl...

Any Experience With RV DIrect or MHSRV?

I am looking for a used B+ or Class C used motorhome in the 5-10 year old range that has been taken care of with lower miles in the $15-30000 range that I will be full timing in. I have been researching and comparing prices and quality. Has anyone ...

How do I install brackets to roof so I can tie down stuff?

I'm trying to figure out how to tie one end of a tarp to the top of my RV. There are no rails or clips to tie it to. The RV is a 2005 Fourwinds 5000. The roof supports walking. I was thinking of purchasing a railing, but I'm not sure if it's a go...

1975 Dodge Sportsman "c"

Hi first time here and am learning a lot! Thanks. I just bought a 1975 Dodge Sportsman Class C (360). I am having it tuned up and all the systems rechecked etc. I keep being asked what Model name it has. Is there a sub model identifier for the spor...

Brand new to rv

I'm wanting to purchase a class c motor home which is 25' length. I've heard that most places have a 21-22' length restrictions. Any advice on this length issue is graciously appreciated. I'm really wanting a class c. But want to make life easier - ...

removing tattered decal

The logo decal on my back of my TT is in bad shape - faded and chipping. I would just like to remove it. Does anyone know how to do this? Thanks

Help me decide??

I have narrowed down my search to 2 used trailers that are fairly local with a great price. I decided I will pay cash.One is a Hybrid 19' and the other a 17' traditional travel trailer. I am going to see both next week. The Hybrid is a little more...

Travel Trailer Purchase

Looking to purchase my first travel trailer around the end or beginning of the year just want to get some pros and cons on the different models that are out there, because no matter what the dealer is trying to sell me what every i think i want! Than...

Had No Problems With Our RV

We read post after post about complaints. People think that EVERY RV will give complaints. They don't realize that you only hear from the those with complaints and rarely hear about the millions out there that have no complaints. Just for the heck ...

Awnings

Has anyone waterproofed their awnings; if so, what did you use?

Shelf ? With 2 legs under bed

We recently purchased a heartland mallard m29 new. Under the main bed in the storage are is a self laying on the floor it has 2 legs and no hooks or anything it's unfinished plywood. Can't figure out what its for. Looked in manual nothing? Any ideas

New Guy Here

Hi all. I have been wanting to get into RVing for a long time and have finally gotten the green light. I have a fairly big family, 3 little kids, a wife, and my mother-in-law. I can't squeeze them all in a truck, so I will be using a big SUV to pull ...

Stopping for grub n gas

Do you just look for truck stops. Any suggestions or clues to look for so I don't pull off and find places I can't fit. I'm pulling a 33 foot travel trailer. Thanks and happy camping

Adding Tow Package for Toad

I have a new jeep Cherokee and want to add the appropriate tow package (to the front) so it can be towed.Is it best to have the dealer do it?I'm handy but not willing to take it on.If the dealer isn't ideal, are there other places to talk to? I'm in ...

Looking for first trailer, math help please

I have been towing a decent amount through the years... enclosed trailers, boats, wave runners, etc. None however have been heavy enough that I have had to do much (if any) math on the trailers. My wife and I are thinking about purchasing our first t...

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