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Camp Host/Workamper

Busy resort in Parker Dam Arizona, seeking work campers for Camp Host, Housekeeping and Office personnel. $10.00 per hour. Please call Lora for details about any additional compensation as there are options available. 858-472-5406

Ford focus key

Anyone get a key to use while towing that doesnt have the chip in it, or aftermarket

billyboy by Explorer
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check my wdh numbers please

Just getting my new f250 setup with my Outback 250rs, previously I was pulling with a 2010 Tundra and the dealer had setup the hitch. The Ford is quite a bit taller than the Toyota so I had to drop the hitch to the lowest holes in the shank.Here are...

Border Crossing To U.S.

Hello Do you have to fill out any extra paper work to cross into the U.S.? I'm referring to the card you have to fill out at airports when flying to the U.S.Thank you

Camper93 by Explorer
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First time

Just returned from my first trip towing my Wrangler JKU behind my Jayco Greyhawk. Made it almost all the way home, two hour trip(half mile away from house), and my wiring came loose at the 7-way and I lost my lighting on the Jeep. Thank you to a pa...

Removing tar splattered all over back of trailer

Hello all. I just returned from a 14,000 mile, 10-week round trip to Alaska, and in removing the copious grime from the trailer discovered thousands of pin-point splats of tar all over the back end. The front also had a few good-sized spots, which I ...

Campground manners

We just returned from a four day trip that was made less than enjoyable by a huge family group camped around us.First let me say, we have a particular favorite campsite at one of our state parks. It is a site that backs right up to the lake and is in...

Wifi in Yellowstone

We have a 3G StraightTalk Hotspot. Should it work in YNP & Tetons? I know cell service isn't the greatest in YNP, So I was wondering about this. Will need it occasionally.

Toilet Paper?

Is it really necessary to use RV toilet paper or can I just use some good old Scotts septic safe stuff. I hate paying three times as much for crappy toilet paper and it is a hassle when you run out.

esox07 by Explorer
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New TECH PRODUCT

that might interest some. I just bought one of these and after I get it i will write review.seems pretty practical and helpful at night to turn on all your campers running lights etc while at a camground or parked.check it out...liteswichalso here i...

joelyn by Explorer
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RV air conditioners

First the disclaimer I am not a HVAC technician. Id however have experience with HVAC from My service days. Recently I pulled my 5th wheel out after being stored for 4 years. The Air conditioner a Carrier AIR V was not cooling. Every RV dealer that I...

Screen Tent in 60 sec. !!!

Clam Quick-Set Escape screen tent60 second one-man setup. Seriously!Typical laborious tent assemblyThe Clam screen tent is awesome! It really does set-up in about one minute. Best camping purchase I've made. Highly recommended, though not cheap.C...

Waving

I started RVing with my family way back in 1974. So much fun for a 13 year old. Back then, when you saw another RV on the road, you waved and they waved back. A nice, friendly greeting. My family just finished a 900 mile trip. We waved at everyone an...

chefdc1 by Explorer
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brake controller installation

I am installing a brake controller on a 2014 Ford Flex. I haven't been able to locate the stop light wire under the dash. If anyone has any information on locating the wire it would be greatly appreciated.

joelcop by Explorer
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Flashlights for Camping

On 6/26/15 a member posted a question about which flashlight to use while camping.Some members recommended a fairly expensive flashlight. Others felt it was too expensive for camping and were concerned about losing it.Ivylog recommended This Flashli...

gbopp by Explorer
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