Reading Time: 2 minutes Should you store your RV on the level? Should you store your RV on the level? I say NO! Here’s why I don’t store mine on the level for two reasons. I store it so it’s protected from rain getting into the rig during winter. I also store it not on the level for security… Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutes  RV Refrigerator Keeping It Cold RV refrigerators are a passive type cooling system. What I mean by that is that there is no electrical motor pushing a coolant to make the cold happen in the box. Almost all RV refrigerators tend to be an absorption type refrigerator. A flame is used to heat an ammonia… Read More »
Reading Time: 2 minutes RV roof stack vent replacement This article is about rv roof stack vent replacement. Do you have an RV roof? I was drawn to the roof area of my daughters RV recently when she had a ventilation problem. As is the case I generally tend to try to examine everything within the area. My philosophy… Read More »
Reading Time: 2 minutes Storing your RV refrigerator Storing your RV? Is your refrigerator ready? If you’re storing your RV refrigerator for a long period of time it could build up mildew. After cleaning there is quite a bit of moisture still left in it. This moisture needs to evaporate away to prevent mold or mildew. Without moisture mold and mildew… Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutes Long live your RV refrigerator Long live your RV refrigerator, treat this appliance poorly and you may be facing a large replacement bill sooner than you think. Getting the longest life for your RV refrigerator is very important. So what’s the important piece of information to know that will guarantee that your refrigeration unit lives a long… Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutes RV mold and ventilation in winter Out of the blue RV mold and ventilation became a topic. My daughter called me the other day with a question about her new to her RV. This is their first rainy season with a hard-walled RV. They had locked up the RV tight with all the windows and vents… Read More »
Reading Time: 5 minutes Ten things to know about your rental RV Ten things to know about your rental RV before leaving the rental yard. RV rental knowledge is key to a great experience. I was talking with my youngest daughter about RV’s when she mentioned that she needed to pick my brains for what things she would need… Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutes No more paint down the gutter No more paint down the gutter. That’s what I was thinking when I washed my painted aluminum body travel trailer. This was my second trailer and while I had been told by the original owner how to prevent this I could not take him seriously. Let me explain. When… Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutes Two RV tips Two RV tips I have picked up on my 30 plus years of RVing I want to share. One will save you money on a replacement lens. The other will keep your RV looking good for years and improve its resale value. Superglue the running light lens to keep it from blowing away… Read More »
Reading Time: 2 minutes RVs and tires Buying RV what about the tires? You can not use a visual check to determine the remaining service life of the tires. So, how do you determine how old a tire really is? This post is about how to determine the tires age. RV tires are special, they will last well past their useful service… Read More »
Reading Time: 5 minutes Five things you don’t know about RV trailer tires Set of 4 New Premium Trailer Tires ST 225/75R15 10PR Load Range E-Amazon.com Five things I didn’t know about RV tires when I first started using a travel trailer. Whether your rig is towed or in storage, air up the tires to the maximum printed on… Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutes How to backup an RV without divorce Learn how to backup an RV without divorce. I was sitting in a campground enjoying my surroundings when I spotted an obviously new RV being pulled into the campground. It was very obvious that this was a totally new experience for the owners. It became clear as they tried… Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutes My RV Water Pump Stopped Working My RV water pump stopped working. While checking my RV for good condition for a recent trip I found that the water pump(a 2088 model) had stopped working properly. What that means is that it was still pumping, but with very little volume. The water would dribble out of the faucet… Read More »
Reading Time: 6 minutes Terms of Service for My Busy Retired Life If you require any more information or have any questions about our Terms of Service, please feel free to contact us by email at Ray C. Introduction These terms and conditions govern your use of this website; by using this website, you accept these terms and conditions… Read More »
Reading Time: 7 minutes Used Electric Rototiller Setup A used electric rototiller setup can be essential to its longevity. I recently decided to purchase a used electric rototiller. With this purchase came the missing knowledge of its maintenance. You just don’t know the condition of a used piece of equipment. Oh yes, you can get a lot of information… Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutes How To Cure Garlic How to cure garlic. You’ve grown it, you’ve harvested it, now what do you do? You’re going to need to cure it if you want it to last. Curing garlic bulbs Why do you Cure Garlic? Drying? Does this mean that you wash or rinse off the dirt with a quick… Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutes Troubleshoot a Clogged Vacuum I recently had to troubleshoot a clogged vacuum. I was going to vacuum the floor prior to installing a few rugs. The wife suggested that I run the vacuum over the scattered cat clay that had worked its way into the house from the garage. Stick Vacuums at Amazon I pulled… Read More »
Reading Time: 8 minutes Fence Post Replacement This article is about fence post replacement or how to replace one or several fence posts or how to replace a post for a gate. The keywords are fence post replacement. So if your fence needs a post replacement no matter where it is or what it does this is the right… Read More »
Reading Time: 5 minutes Ford 2002 F350 Fuel Filter Replacement This article is about my Ford 2002 F350 fuel filter replacement. This is a V10 gas engine one-ton truck. However, this article can be used for other vehicles with similar fuel filter connection designs. I must admit that this truck has been neglected when it comes to maintenance. This… Read More »
Reading Time: 8 minutes Bifold Door Installation Do you have a bifold door installation on your horizon? Are you nervous about installing these type of doors? You’re in good hands, this article will walk thru a complete installation. It also includes how to set up the doors to the opening. It seems that each bifold manufacturer can have slightly… Read More »