Folding Shovel
Chris Soash, Digital Media Manager
August 8, 2012
When packing for a camping trip, I hate when the room in my car starts to become scarce and I have to begin choosing gear that is essential vs. luxury items that may have to stay in the garage for that particular trip. I recently came across a folding shovel, by Coghlans, that takes up almost zero room.... Read more »
Hellwig Big Wig Air Suspension Kit
Gary Wescott
July 11, 2012
Truck springs have their limitations. Add too many leaves and the vehicle rides like a skateboard. Try to improve the ride with a softer suspension and when you hook up your trailer or fill the bed with a load, the headlights point toward the sky and you wallow through the washboard. Overload springs... Read more »
Padded Club Chair
Chris Soash, Digital Media Manager
July 10, 2012
This summer has been consistently warm and sunny here in Minneapolis. The warm weather has created plenty of opportunities for grilling, camping, sporting events, family gatherings and trips to the lake. Through all of these activities, I’ve found there is one accessory that is a must-have … a good,... Read more »
Voyager Wireless Backup Camera Delivers a Clear View
Bill and Jenn Gehr
May 30, 2012
Navigating the space around you while towing a trailer is often a major challenge. Backing into a campsite, for example, is difficult enough, let alone if you’re by yourself. Even with an assistant to help guide you, hand signals can end up looking like you’re trying to swat off a buzzing bee! It... Read more »
Torklift Truck Camper Tie-Downs With Fastgun Turnbuckles
Bob Livingston
May 23, 2012
Pickup campers are versatile RVs, providing an amazing amount of livability for their size. Obviously, these campers (also known as slide-in or truck campers) are designed to mount in the bed of a pickup truck, although they can be easily unloaded for use independently of the truck and/or for solo storage.... Read more »
DynoMax VT Muffler Systems
Ken Freund
May 16, 2012
Aftermarket exhaust systems are popular among towing enthusiasts, as they can boost power and fuel economy. Their altered backpressure chacteristics may also allow your engine to run better, which is especially important for vehicles towing heavy trailers. But many aftermarket exhausts also produce an... Read more »
Leveling Upgrade: Bigfoot Upgrade Leveling Kit
Bill and Jenn Gehr
April 18, 2012
Automatic leveling jacks on a fifth-wheel trailer are not only convenient, but they add an element of luxury that is sure to spoil any owner. One of the more popular systems designed for fifth-wheel applications is made by Bigfoot Quadra Manufacturing, a company that’s been on the scene for quite... Read more »
Torklift’s Stable Load Offers Simple Stability
Bill and Jenn Gehr
March 21, 2012
A) Before the new rubber pads were installed a baseline measurement of rear height was established. B) WD-40 is sprayed on the factory contact pads prior to removal. C) A pry bar is used to remove the factory contact pads. D) Stable Load pads are installed in the frame bracket with the anti-rotational... Read more »
Performance Corner: ATS Torque Converters & Co-Pilot Controller
Ken Freund
January 16, 2012
With today’s heavier loads, the torque converter and automatic transmission combination have become an Achilles’ Heel on many tow vehicles. To solve this problem, ATS has developed its Five Star Torque Converter, which combines all of the features of a traditional torque converter with the innovative... Read more »
Hands On: The Can Cooker
Kevin Livingston
January 16, 2012
It seems that regardless of the destination or the time of the year, RVers manage to somehow revolve their activities around food. How many times have you met with fellow RVers for breakfast before heading off to an activity, already having made plans for yet another meal before the last bite was consumed? Let’s... Read more »
