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Handy Hints, Gadgets, Products & Gizmos

GizmosMom
Explorer
Explorer
Another member suggested a new forum section with new products but it doesn't look like it will be feasible. So I thought I would post this here under General RVing Issues. If enough people post (even if you have mentioned it before in another post) we can keep it near the top?

Do you have a handy hint, a new product or an old product that makes your RVing or Camping much better?

(Sorry, no commercial advertising allowed)

I'll start:

Someone in the Camping Van posted a reference to using a Super-Chamois to wipe down their shower. I have been using an icky old thick sponge and I like the chamois idea so much more.

Now I want to hear what works for you
Marilyn w/ Joe, 2016 Class C Sunseeker 2430 SF, often pulling a Ranger bass boat. Traveling with Trigger
Smudge & Gizmo are waiting at the Rainbow Bridge
3,560 REPLIES 3,560

RoadLife
Explorer
Explorer
Dish Drying Mats. They fold and store in a drawer. Take 'em out and put on the counter top to place freshly washed dishes on for drying. They are washable. Take up a whole lot less room than the traditional plastic dish drainers.
ROADLIFE

RV Part Timers Blog

2003 40' Allegro BUS - 2 slides
2013 Ford F150 XLT 4X4 OffRoad 2014 XC60 Volvo
Shasta - Australian Shepherd; Boomer - Brittany;
Pancho - border terrier

tomman58
Explorer
Explorer
Couple of points
I added a scissors jack by the tires on each side of my trailer after I installed the Mor/Ryde. This really helps when we set up for stability as the Mor/Ryde really makes the trailer have a better ride.

Secondly I use 6X8X10" wood blocks and 2X4X10" for leveling as the least amount of jack extension you need the less amount of sway to the trailer.
2015 GMC D/A, CC 4x4/ Z71 ,3.73,IBC SLT+
2018 Jayco 338RETS
2 Trek bikes
Honda EU2000i
It must be time to go, the suns out and I've got a full tank of diesel!
We have a granite fireplace hearth! Love to be a little different.

missscarlet9
Explorer
Explorer
toprudder wrote:
BigRabbitMan wrote:
popeye59 wrote:
Just watched the youtube video. Nice job Bob.

x2

My video?


I think they meant my video.

Thanks, all.
Livin' the dream!

toprudder
Explorer
Explorer
BigRabbitMan wrote:
popeye59 wrote:
Just watched the youtube video. Nice job Bob.

x2

My video?
Bob, Martha, and Matt.
Tucker, the Toy Poodle
'09 K-Z MXT20, '07 Chevy 2500HD Duramax

Toprudder.com

BigRabbitMan
Explorer
Explorer
popeye59 wrote:
Just watched the youtube video. Nice job Bob.

x2
BigRabbitMan
Gas to Diesel Conversion project
76 FMC #1046, Gas Pusher became a Diesel Pusher
Discussion thread on this site
"You're never too old to learn something stupid."

popeye59
Explorer
Explorer
Just watched the youtube video. Nice job Bob.
Frank and Jean
EM1 USN ret
DAV Life Member

'09 Rockwood Roo 233S
'03 1500 Silverado LS

The things that come to those that wait will be the junky stuff left by those that got there 1st.

Remember; never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.

missscarlet9
Explorer
Explorer
I built a portable boondocking camp shower that runs off of a 20lb bottle of propane only. No power is needed...no solar, no battery, propane only. My wife calls it "Frankenshower". see my profile for more info.
Livin' the dream!

Bucky2
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Explorer
I haven't done it yet, but next Spring I plan to put our ShamWow in the bathroom to clean off the shower enclosure.
The road goes on forever and the party never ends!

RVnMC
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Explorer
Hi...We are noobs, but I have a mod to share.
Our THTT came with an extra long shower cutain. A fabric & plastic combo. The plastic liner covered the entire tub floor.
It retained water and was annoying to keep stepping on it.
So I purchased a microfiber shower curtain from WalMart...Like the ones in hotels.
It stays inside the tub and was the perfect length so we would not step on it.
It also dries fairly quick and we don't have to worry about mold & mildew on a plastic curtain.

popeye59
Explorer
Explorer
Tell him Grandkids have a standing appointment
Frank and Jean
EM1 USN ret
DAV Life Member

'09 Rockwood Roo 233S
'03 1500 Silverado LS

The things that come to those that wait will be the junky stuff left by those that got there 1st.

Remember; never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.

Poppy___Nana
Explorer
Explorer
JoyceandSteve wrote:
The best thing I have added to my TT is a sign that reads "Friends Always Welcome, Relatives by Appointment Only"


We have that same sign and my 8 y/o grandson does not like it.....LOL!!!
Leo & Kathy
Upstate, NY
in the Adirondacks

2013 Rubicon 2900 Toy Hauler
2008 - Ford F250 Super Crew 4x4

tvman44
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Explorer
We keep one in our unit 5er also, my is surplus from WW II, got it when I was a boy scout in the 50's.
Papa Bob
1* 2008 Brookside by Sunnybrook 32'
1* 2002 F250 Super Duty 7.3L PSD
Husky 16K hitch, Tekonsha P3,
Firestone Ride Rite Air Springs, Trailair Equa-Flex, Champion C46540
"A bad day camping is better than a good day at work!"

RaenMark
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Explorer
One item we always carry is a military surplus folding shovel. Works to clean up the fire ring, pick up surprises around camp, chop down some weeds, pound in tent stakes, OH and dig holes.
Rae & Mark
Bountiful, UT
2005 Alfa See Ya 40
Finally found a rig I can stand up in!

JoyceandSteve
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Explorer
The best thing I have added to my TT is a sign that reads "Friends Always Welcome, Relatives by Appointment Only"
Steve & Joyce
2011 Chevrolet 2500 Z71 4X4
2013 Montana High Country 343 RL
1996 Celebrity 200 Boat
2000 Yamaha 1200 LTD Waverunner
2012 Ford Mustang GT (Mama's ride)
Vรญtejte na vรญkend doma a Steve Joyce

RaenMark
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Explorer
After a couple of weeks reading through the thread, finally got to the end. Lots of great ideas and tips.

When we had a PUP, had the stove top on an adjustable height plastic table. The table is one idea, we like it, about 28" wide by 48" long. Goes from end table height to a good countertop height with a couple of stops in between. It's "lifetime" but don't remember where we got it.

The PUP cooktop had the folding sides that would rest on the stove top while you use it. Had one time cooking spaghetti the wind blew the top, side dropped over the edge and lid came down spilling the boiling water, Bought 4 L brackets and screwed them into two S shapes. Screwed them into the cook tops plastic base so the side rails on the lid rested on them, never had it blow off again.

Use an old milk crate, described elsewhere, to stabilize the spare 20# propane tank for the grill. Grips the tank nice, a bit of storage at the corners for lighters, extension hose, etc.

Use some of the larger "Costco" or "Ikea" bags to carry linens, towels, and clothes to the rig. Once done they fold flat and stay out of the way, or can be used as a hamper to tote the dirty stuff back when done.

I know we have others, so more to come.

Thanks to all posters
Rae & Mark
Bountiful, UT
2005 Alfa See Ya 40
Finally found a rig I can stand up in!