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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.

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

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

Banks iQ 2.0

Banks’ New iQ 2.0

Steve Temple - January 7, 2013

Cutting the Battery Mat

The Battery Mat: Battery Acid Absorber

Bob Livingston - December 27, 2012

MaxxFan Deluxe Install

MaxxFan Deluxe Improves Trailer Venting

Tom Morr - November 29, 2012

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Products

Hughes Autoformers’ smart surge protector

Power Broker: Power Watchdog EPO Surge Protector

Gear Tom Morr - August 30, 2019

Hughes Autoformers’ smart surge protector circumvents electrical problems at the RV park and adds an emergency power-off feature In a world where we often find...

Campers enjoy the warmth of a propane firering with RV in the background

The Heat Is On: Firepits and Patio Heaters

Gear Tom Morr - August 25, 2019

Whether you’re looking for instant warmth from an LP-gas source or prefer building a wood campfire, portable heaters and firepits can keep you toasty...

AeroPress coffee maker

Staff Pick: AeroPress Coffee and Espresso Maker

Gear Tom Morr - August 25, 2019

My camp joe has always been percolator coffee, but I’m not a coffee connoisseur. I just like what I like. What doesn’t bring me...