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(Toad) Tacoma 2001 Dbl Cab, Auto Trans 4x4

I currently tow a 5spd 4x 1986 4runner. It's been our toad for over 17 years. My wife has back problems and has a hard time driving a 5spd. I Wanted to upgrade to something a little more practical for us, so We just purchased a 2001 Toyota Tacoma Dou...

New Camping World of Braidwood IL - Grand Opening

Thought I'd share this -- just saw an advert and didn't know there was a new one. I live near Peoria IL and we have a few family run RV dealers, so this is new. Never bought an RV from a Camping World but have on occasion stopped in one on a trip fo...

Changing flat tires?

Getting ready to retire and travel with my travel trailer a lot more. Was thinking about getting another spare tire so I have 2 and a 1/2" impact to change them with. And that got me wondering how many people change their own tires and how many peopl...

Extended tow bar

I have a GMC Sierra (tows 9000 lb) with a 6' 10" bed. I have to leave my tailgate down to carry my golf cart (1000 lb) so I can't carry my golf cart and tow my travel trailer (6000 lb). I'm wondering if I could use a tow bar extender to make room for...

Escalade/Denali or Suburban 2500

I’m considering buying a 2010 Escalade/Yukon XL Denali or a similar year Suburban 2500. I currently have a great running 2003 Suburban 1500 5.3L 285hp autoride which I’ve upgraded with stiffer z51 springs and has fresh GM autoride shocks. I recently...

Question about window tinting

My factory windows are dark but not reflective. My uneducated thought is that the dark actually creates more heat. Would a reflective window tint film be an improvement?

EverChill Refrigerator

I know that there has been discussions about 12 volt fridges on here before. But, has anyone had any experience with these EverChill 12 volt fridges ?? I heard a person saying that one of the popular RV manufactures were going to discontinue absorpti...

Slide Seal Conditioner that doesn't "stink"

Well I never had an RV with slide outs. Now I do. I mentioned to my lovely wife that I need to treat the slide seals. The response I received was along the line of "oh, well don't put something on that stinks"..... Now I have a small hobby machine s...

Tragedy at NJ campground... :(

New Jersey girl, 3, dies after falling into campground’s septic tank, police say...FALL INTO SEPTIC TANK

Stolen Catalytic Converter

My catalytic converter was stolen on last week from my 2003 Coachmen, Ford V10. Any suggestions on where to get one from, replacement, cost, ect? So frustrated. Had a trip planned for this weekend, now cancelled.

Towing a dura max diesel chevy pickup

I am setting up a 2019 Chevy Silverado 3500 Dura Max diesel to flat tow. Chevy calls for the batteries (2) to be disconnected. If you have done this, what type of battery disconnect for dual batteries did you use.

Freezer door Gasket Post

I have searched but I can't seem to find a post that mentioned putting cotton balls on the corners of the door gasket. I can't remember the rest of the process but I'd like to try it if I can get the rest of the instructions. The dealer has "adjusted...

Insert Trim Replacement

I need to replace my 7/8" vinyl insert trim. Is there a particular brand that's better than most or are they all about the same. I'm looking at THIS on Amazon.ThanksDave

RV Roof Tape

I’ve had my RV since new and just purchased Extreme White RV Roof repair tape for the roof seems. Really tired of the Dicore cracking all the time. The guy at camping world said it was the same as Eternabond and would be a permanent fix. The tape com...

Hot brakes on new tow vehicle

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