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Travel trailer and camper ‘hands on’ articles that include building a backsplash, creating a extended awning for shade and info about the Tuff Truck Bag.

RV Locks and More RV door lock

Hands On: Keyed-Alike RV Locks

Chris Dougherty - December 30, 2019

White vent fan cover on roof of trailer

RV Upgrade: Maxxair Roof-Vent Cover

Rick A. Diaz - October 30, 2019

Quick Drop A-FRAME jack and a power drill simplify trailer setup

Flap Jack: Lippert Quick Drop Tongue Jack

Chris Dougherty - July 27, 2019

Black Valterra Adjustable EZ Hose Carrier on white background

Taming Your Dump Snake: Valterra Adjustable EZ Hose Carrier

Rick A. Diaz - July 17, 2019

Photo of the Voyager Rear-view camera system for RVs

Private Eye: Voyager RV Camera System

Bob Dawson - May 26, 2019

The LCD screen displays voltage and amperage, monitored continuously. Lights below the screen guide the user when conditions are safe.

Power Tool: Surge Guard Surge Protector

Bob Livingston - October 27, 2018

A relatively easy do-it-yourself project, installing Designer Series Peel and Stick Mosaics adds pizzazz to your RV’s kitchen and living area, and at the same time makes cleanup a little easier, all without adding much weight or taking up space.

Build a Better Backsplash

Bob Dawson - March 30, 2018

Carefree of Colorado’s Awning Extend’r can be installed on manual or electric awnings. When staked down, the straps not only support the extension canopy but also help stabilize the existing patio awning from the wind.

Made for Shade: Carefree Awning Extend’r

Kevin Livingston - February 5, 2018

SwingCases rotate on hinges to provide easy access to stored items while using the tailgate as a convenient bench. The boxes can be easily removed and carried to the job site.

Hands On: A Swing and a Hit

Kevin Livingston - May 31, 2016

Tuff Truck Bed

Hands On: Tuff Truck Bag

Kevin Livingston - May 3, 2016

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Hot dogs on a wolf'em stick roasting over a campfire

Staff Pick: Wolf’em Stick

Gear Kevin Livingston - January 24, 2020

For my daughter, Madison, the best part of RVing is when Dad lights the campfire and she can roast sausages and make s’mores. With...

RV Locks and More RV door lock

Hands On: Keyed-Alike RV Locks

Gear Kevin Livingston - December 30, 2019

A simple DIY upgrade to a one-key-RV system improves security and provides convenience. There are a couple of things that have driven RVers crazy over...

GREENPAN LEVELS STACKABLE COOKWARE

Staff Pick: GreenPan Levels Stackable Cookware

Gear Kevin Livingston - December 29, 2019

We’re always looking to use the space in our RVs as efficiently as possible. One great way to do that is to stock the...