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Must-See 2024 RVs at General RV (and How to Choose the Right One)

Last Updated on October 30, 2023 by Christina Excitement is coursing through the RV industry as manufacturers begin to introduce new models of travel trailers, fifth wheels and toy haulers for 2024. As the industry evolves, RV manufacturers are stepping up their game to stay competitive. That includes everything from minor tweaks and enhancements to

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15 Tax-Free Preparedness Products Available at General RV

15 Tax-Free Preparedness Products Available at General RV

Last Updated on August 11, 2023 by Christina With the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season underway, now may be the best time to stock up on some last-minute severe weather preparedness items tax-free during Florida’s latest sales tax holiday. It’s no secret that hurricanes (and tropical storms) are dangerous storm systems that primarily impact southeastern states.

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The Ultimate RV Pre-Trip Checklist

The Ultimate RV Pre-Trip Checklist

Recreational Vehicles, also called RVs, offer a leisurely, convenient, and comfortable method of travel. But like any motor vehicle, they also require regular maintenance to operate safely and to avoid costly and unforeseen pit-stops. By performing the simple and routine maintenance checks in this article, you will ensure that you and your family have a

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Unlock the Best RV Travel Deals for Seniors

Unlock the Best RV Travel Deals for Seniors

Discover Park Passes & Discounts for the Ultimate Road Trip Experience The Rest of Your Life Everyone works towards retirement; however, few actually plan for it.  Many plan financially for a time when daily work obligations end, but how many consider what to do with all of the time? “I’ll play golf,” “I’ll spend time

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Beginners Guide to RV Trailers for First-Time RV Buyers

Beginners Guide to RV Trailers for First-Time RV Buyers

There’s nothing quite like the freedom that comes with owning an RV trailer. Beautiful mountain vistas, mesmerizing oceans, and exciting adventures are easily at your disposal when you can haul your accommodations behind your vehicle. An RV trailer is defined as a trailer that is outfitted with living quarters and is hauled behind a tow

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Beginners Guide to RV Camping for Seniors

Beginners Guide to RV Camping for Seniors

Retired seniors are rewarded with many perks, and they deserve them. One of the easiest perks to overlook is travel. There’s nothing like exploring the unexplored. And, being a senior allows you to enjoy the sights and beauty of America’s parks and campgrounds. But how should you travel? Why not an RV? It’s rising in

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Top 3 Ways to Shade Triangular or Arched Windows

Top 3 Ways to Shade Triangular or Arched Windows Putting blinds or shades on triangular-shaped windows or arched windows can be expensive and difficult to do. Most typical blinds or shading products are designed to work with square or rectangular windows. Triangle-shaped windows are usually found on A-frame style homes, while rounded or curved arched…

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How Does RV Skirting Work?

How Does RV Skirting Work?

RV skirting keeps the undercarriage of an RV warm by sealing it off from the outside air.Once the air underneath an RV is contained it can be heated, which is what protects the pipes and tanks.RV skirting acts like a container for heat.If you were to put a heater under your RV without any skirting…

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The Stats Behind The Energy Savings of Exterior Shades

The Stats Behind The Energy Savings of Exterior Shades

•    Exterior blinds and shades are up to 7 times more effective at stopping heat from entering the home than interior blinds or window tinting.•    EZ Snap’s exterior shades block up to 90% of the sun’s heat•    16% of the U.S. electricity is used for air conditioning.•    43% of the U.S. peak energy load in…

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Exterior Blinds For Your Yacht or Boat

Exterior Blinds For Your Yacht or Boat

Three benefits, one product.By simply installing exterior window shades on your boat or yacht, you are getting three great benefits the moment they are installed.1. Privacy:Many boat owners spend just as much time on their boats, moored in the marina, as they do out on the water. When you’re sitting in your boats cabin, the…

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Where would you go in this? Time and place?

Any ladies want to explore the world in an RV with me 🙂 Pjpjpjpjpj: Marty: Doc, no time to explain, get in - we are going back to 1998! Doc: Marty! But why, Marty? Marty: Hold on to your hat Doc - I, I think we'll actually be able to reserve a campsite! Doc: Great...

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Feeding the beast

CranberryReign: Lookin’ hangry! UTtransplant: I have a 2018 Tiffin RED. I get as good of fuel mileage with the 40’ beast and an F-150 in tow as I did with a 3/4 ton diesel pickup towing a 30’ travel trailer, and I am a lot more comfortable. JackSkell049152: My soul...

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Ahhhh, the sweet smell of freedom…

Over-Mongoose9621: Just pull the stinky handle and drive, nobody will notice! ???? MTN-Biker: ???? Chocolate soup leak!! Lumi_Tonttu: Shitters full. erickufrin: Low lifes Nachofunguy: Imagine being on a motorcycle and ending up behind that shi_ centralnm: Splatter...

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Wood stove in RV scheme? Part list please

Hi, me and my partner want to build a woodstove in our 5th wheel, what is the easiest way and what parts do we need before we start, anyone with part list or scheme? And aprox price? Our furnace gave out and we wanted to do this next month, we are forced to do it this...

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Costs Associated with a Uganda Safari

When it comes to African safaris, you’re definitely spoilt for choice in terms of incredible countries that offer up memorable wildlife experiences. While countries like Tanzania, Kenya, or South Africa offer up the chance to observe a great deal of Africa’s most iconic animals, one country that consistently stands out for its remarkable biodiversity is

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The 10 Best Experience Gifts to Give RVers

The holiday season is here and that means it’s time to start thinking about Christmas gifts. Unfortunately, the vast majority of full time RVers simply don’t have space for more stuff, making giving gifts to these individuals a little bit more challenging. But The good news? There are ways around this problem, and in our

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Quartzsite is starting to fill in for the season

SBInCB: Is it finders keepers or are there folks that expect to get the same spot year to year? Heard of conflicts over a favorite spot? The-Lifeguard: So, uh, what's this? hustlors: Cool photo todaymynameisalex: The early stages of hell. rickbb80: Looks like...

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A bit unorthodox

I had a ton of sandbags laying around and can’t think of why it wouldn’t work well lol centralnm: Good thermal mass and great wind break. What's not to love with that set up? flyfreeflylow: Should work well I'd think, and you're ready for a flood too! 🙂 Verix19: I'm...

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Snow on roof safe?

Brand new to owning an RV, I’m not a full-time just a part-time. I do live in New York and we get snow and I know that I need a cover but I have not gotten one yet. However, it did snow, am I supposed to do anything about this or is this OK? And almost new RV so all...

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Solar overkill. Seen in Quartzite.

PizzaWall: People like to ask how much solar is needed to run AC and appliances. Now we have a photo answer. Additional-Brief-273: That probably powers literally everything no diesel or gas generators needed. Jeepinjim026: Overkill? If you’re living off grid I don’t...

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Declaration of CampingWorld Emancipation

I refuse to be associated with CW, so this only felt right. I know it is a mutual feeling to a majority out there; on that note, I figured I’d spread the dopamine. Haha. No this isn’t another newbie horror story. This was fully anticipated. Inevitable. The mfers are...

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Our first rv and trip.

catlinye: Have fun! Great pic. SkillfulFishy: Looks great. Enjoy! pasticheo: Nice spot nice rig best dog ilkhan2016: Good pic. Thats a lot of rig for a first RV. Intelligent_Treat428: Fun! DBsBuds: Feels good RamlinReflections: Congratulations! Many good times and...

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Rebuilding RV door. What is this metal rod?

I found this in the slotted channel on the upper handle side of the door. Extending from the handle to the top of the door but not engaging with the lock mechanism. Southoftheriver: Probably for strength and rigidity NewNole2001: Pretty long and rusty, from the looks...

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Changing from USB plug to regular outlets.

We have this plug in our living room. I am wondering if it possible to change to this a regular outlet without causing issues? I can't seem to find anything posted about if this can be done or not slimspida: The USB plug is serviced by 12 volt wiring. You would...

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How DO I like to RV? Well I’m really trying to think hard about that because figuring out how I like to RV is critical when thinking about what kind of RV I’d like next. So, I’m taking a deep dive into what I like about RV and what my real RV Style is all about.

Source: How DO I like to RV? Well I'm really trying to think hard about that because figuring out how I like to RV is critical when thinking about what kind of RV I’d like next. So, I’m taking a deep dive into what I like about RV and what my real RV Style is all...

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RV skirt Idea

Hey yall, with winter here (my first as a full timer) it was getting Chilly and i'm ballin on a budget. RV skirts are a total scam for some heavy duty poly cut to fit? So i went back and forth between various things. Ultimately I installed 1" foam board under my...

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Few questions about furnace output floor vents inside the trailer…1. recommend a screen to minimize stuff falling in there? 2. When furnace not in use, is it ok to cover completely with rug? 3. Best way to clean debris in there?

GravityFailed: The simplest way to deal with these is just to unscrew the cover and vacuum out occasionally. Then you vacuum in each direction of the line a little bit, so it pulls dust/debris out in each direction. creativeillusionsllc: I cut the magnetic floor...

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How’d I do?

Tow Police: do your worst! meowlater: Please tell me that is edible. West_Boss1211: Gonna need a WDH! shocontinental: Oh look at that, a little red truck hauling’ a Christmas tree! Legitimate-Pirate-63: Tow police incoming! Looks awesome. Really nice work. Source:...

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New toy

NomadGoneRogue: Congrats! I used to sell campers and I’d say Jayco is one of the best manufacturers SkillfulFishy: Lots of fun in your future, congratulations! Gmhowell: Check out ”The Flock” if you are on Facebook. Jayco class C group. Source: New toy

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Should I be in 12v or 24v?

Just noticing that this has been in 12v configuration. My inverter sometimes gets loud /overloaded so I took a look at the batteries. I am on shore power. 1.) should this be in 24v? 2.) should the battery disconnect be off or on? notsogreatbutok: 12v and the...

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How would you fix this?

I hate to replace the decal because I would have to break the seal around the edges. Thought about covering with a little diamond plate, looking for suggestions FLTDI: Tryin the decal so it stops peeling and leave it at that FortCollinsFlash: Find or make a big...

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Designing Memories: Custom Travel Mugs for Family Vacations

Family trips are the beautiful moments that create lasting memories. Whether it is a road trip or an international adventure, these experiences bring families closer and provide stories to share. While photographs capture the highlights, why not go a step further and create personalized travel mugs to preserve those memories in a practical way? Personalized

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The Best Black Friday Deals for RVers in 2023

This article may contain compensated links, please read our disclaimer for more information. Black Friday is just around the corner and that means it’s time to seek out deals on RVing products for your traveling loved ones or for yourself. Honestly, part of RVing is collecting less stuff and focusing more on making memories. That

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What is in my lines?

This keeps gunking up the aerators on all of my faucets and shower. I use a camco water filter coming into my camper. What is it and how to I get rid of it? antherx2: Looks like residual material from your water heater anode rod. natedog211: Drain your water heater...

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