In this video, I demonstrate my new hydraulic wire crimper. I needed to buy a new crimper because my old one couldn’t crimp the 4/0 lugs needed for a new off-grid power system project I’m working on. I chose one from a company called AMZCNC. It came with a large selection of dies, ranging from … Read more
In this video, I demo and review a pair of meters from a company called TOPTES. They supplied me with samples of their Gas Detector and Moisture Meter. Both will be handy to have around our RV and boat. Both worked well in my tests. The only negative was the display on the gas detector … Read more
In this video, I discuss a product I’m trying out this fall to help protect various exposed parts of our rig from rust and corrosion. The product is called Fluid Film. I’m going to try it on my hitch, pinbox, landing jacks, rear stabilizer jacks, pullout bike rack, water filter rack, entrance stairs, hand tools, … Read more
A quick look at the cool new tool I picked up yesterday for a repair job I about to do. Our slide has had some water intrusion, and I’m going to need to replace part of its plywood flooring. The Milwaukee Hackzall should be a big help and make cutting out the old flooring much … Read more
I’m often asked by folks contemplating a full-time RV lifestyle “What tools do you carry?” The answer has certainly changed over the years as I’ve learned what I need and don’t need. As we have added more items to the rig such as solar panels and extra batteries I’ve had to back off on my … Read more
Introduction I like to do most of my own repairs and maintenance on my RV. I also enjoy making many modifications and upgrades to it. So, being a sort of DIY type guy and a full-time RVer I carry a decent assortment of tools. Recently a company called Vampire Tools offered to send me a … Read more
Details of my MacGyver-like Fifth Wheel Power Jack Repair A few weeks ago we were all setup camped at Zion National Park when we notice a strange clunking noise as we moved about the fifth wheel. Along with the clunking, it also seemed to be wiggling around a lot in the front end. I headed … Read more
Torque Wrench for RV Maintenance Tip As a full timer, snowbird and even a regular vacation type RV user it’s a good idea to carry and know how to use a torque wrench to maintain proper tightness on critical nuts and bolts. As our motorhomes, trucks, tow vehicles, and trailers are rolling and sometimes bouncing … Read more
One thing that was lacking in our 2011 Keystone Cougar Fifth Wheel was a place to put our shoes. Generally they get placed by the entrance door in a heap. The other day I was exploring the space under the kitchen counters and noticed a large void filled with nothing right next to the door. … Read more
In the summer after a winter spent down south as a snowbird doing lot of boondocking my pair of 73536i Champion Generators need some tender loving care. I like to pick a nice sunny day, strip off the covers and perform the manufacturer’s suggested maintenance. This includes: Changing the oil Cleaning the fuel filter Cleaning … Read more
I’m often asked what tools and maintenance items I carry along while pursuing the Full Time RV Life. While organizing the RV this spring I pulled out all my tools and thought this would be a good time to show to you the stuff I carry. When RVing there is always the balance between carrying … Read more