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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.

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

Banks iQ 2.0

Banks’ New iQ 2.0

Steve Temple - January 7, 2013

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White vent fan cover on roof of trailer

RV Upgrade: Maxxair Roof-Vent Cover

Gear Steve Temple - October 30, 2019

Maxxair’s roof-vent covers help keep the air circulating while in the rain and on the road RVs come in many brands, shapes, styles and sizes,...

TST 507 SERIES TPMS

Staff Pick: TST 507 Series Tire-Monitoring System

Gear Steve Temple - October 29, 2019

Nothing puts a crimp on RV travels like a tire blowout. At best, it means delays and a road-service call. At worst, a wayward...

Curt-Adjustable RV Trailer Hitch

Universal Hitch Receiver: Curt Bolt-On RV Trailer Hitch

Gear Steve Temple - October 28, 2019

Installing Curt’s Adjustable RV Trailer Hitch on a travel trailer or fifth-wheel makes it possible to add a bike rack to securely carry two-wheelers. Owners...