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Central Vac-vs-portable vacs
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Looking for feedback and opinions on Central Vac systems compared to just using a portable...like say a small Dyson. Would love to hear some pros and cons, and be better equipped to make a decision that is right for us. Thanks
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RV First aid kits - which one or what to carry??
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As most of you know my wife and I are getting ready to go full time in the next few months (anyone want to buy a house in Michigan?). One thing that crossed my mind yesterday when my son-in-law cut himself badly was what to carry in a first aid kit in the RV. One of the first things that came to mind in additio...
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Holiday gift giving ideas!
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Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah! Seasons Greetings! Bill & I have been full-timers since Aug 2014 and we’ve put together a post with some great ideas you might pass along to friends and family who are looking for a gift for you! Check it out! https://bkamericanodyssey.com/...
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Fireplaces
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Those of you who have a fireplace, is it worth the money? Did you get it for the heat or the ambience? Would you buy it again? Appreciate any input.
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Ken & Sarah
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How to do you pack your RV basement?
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I'm wondering how the folks who've been on the road a while pack their "basement"? I know that some things come in a nice convenient box that will fit nicely with other right-angle type containers. What I'm wondering how you pack the the stuff, like maybe rope, electrical extensions cords (not the s...
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Do we need water filtration?
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I searched on this topic but didn't find this exact one and I know to some extent it is personal preference, but I would love to hear from some folks who have researched the issue. We have never filtered our water since we went on the road until Alaska where I finally broke down and bought a Brita after a mo...
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Stabilizers question
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My wife and I are new to the RV World. We bought a 2017 Coachman Prism 2015LE Class C. It does not come with stabilizers. What would you recommend we do for stability and leveling?
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Changing Battery Type - Question
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I currently have two 12 volt wet cell batteries in my Landmark 5th wheel. I am considering changing to maintenance free 12 volt batteries. In reading previous posts, it seems like the maintenance free batteries are quite expensive. While shopping at a local store, I found an RV Marine battery (Du...
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Barb and Frank
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Apex water hose
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I was browsing an RV store today and saw an Apex brand hose: Apex Zero-G RV/Marine Hybrid Hose, 50' x 1/2". It is safe for drinking - same safety info on it as other hoses made for drinking water use. It interests me because it coils up to take up significantly less space and is lighter as well. I am wond...
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Water Softener Question
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We are full-timers and we just purchased a water softener. I am wondering how those of you who have 5th wheels transport your water softener (basement, truck bed, etc.). What works for you? Barb
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Barb and Frank
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Outdoor Table Recommendations
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Anyone have a recommendation for an outside folding table for the RV. Right now we have a solid four foot table with folding legs. We enjoy setting it up outside to place the grill on, coffee maker and at times for dining. But, it's long as the table does not fold. Leaning towards maybe aluminum model th...
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Dyson Air Purifier
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Is anyone using a Dyson Air Purifier in their RV? They're pricey but on sale now. I have asthma & allergies so I'm just wondering if it would be worth the expense.
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Fifth Wheel Hitch - Rail mount vs Puck mount?
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We have had a pull trailer and two motor homes and we are now looking to purchase our first fifth wheel. Most set ups that I see use the rail mount for the fifth wheel hitch. I use my truck a lot and feel the rails are going to be in the way every time I want to haul lumber, dirt gravel or pallets of products. I am i...
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Sani Con Macerator pump
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One of the 5th wheels we looked at, a Jayco Seismic, came with a Sani-Con Macerator pump. From what I have read it will empty the black and gray tanks in a faster much more clean manner. What are the pros and cons of this type of system and will the permanent installation allow you to dump continually at a...
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MH interior windshield shade
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Looking for suggestions, we want something that is room darkening. Doesn't seem like magna shade or similar would do this ?? Yes, I know I said interior as that's too bright in the morning. Our current system in addition to the built in privacy curtain is room darkening curtains held in place by a varie...
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Sewer hose replacement
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After two years of full time use, our Rhino Hose Flex developed a pin hole leak. It has served us well despite being stepped on a couple times. We cleaned up the dump station and headed off to buy a replacement. I wanted a 15 foot Rhino Extreme, but Camping World only had a 10 foot extension ($35) or 20 foot...
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Anyone use fan's when parked or even driving down the road?
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Just wanted to see if people use fans in the RV's?
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Stuff all RVers should consider having
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Bill and I just posted our thoughts on things all RVers should consider having. Take a minute and check it out! https://bkamericanodyssey.com/2017/12/08/12-days-of-rv-christmas-gift-ideas/ Maybe share it with your friends and family to give them some ideas for you!
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Convection toaster oven
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we just got a new Livin Lite trailer and are happy with it. For now we love making small trips 3/4 days to our gorgeous coast, mostky boondocking. The trailer came with a microwave convection oven with a turn table. I don’t use microwave ovens and want to replace it or not. Most of the cooking is done outsi...
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Fire Extinguishers
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Time to get rid of our old fire extinguishers and get some new ones. I thought it would be a piece of cake. I'd just go to Mac the Fire Guy's website and he'd tell me what I should get and sell it to me. But his website doesn't seem to be maintained and there is no store on it anymore. I can't even find the inf...
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A alternative to Command Hooks and strips - Geckskin
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We use a lot of Command Hooks and Strips to hang things in the RV without putting holes in the walls. Now someone has created an alternative based on how a Gecko sticks to walls, including glass. Here is an article on it - https://www.cnet.com/news/you-can-now-buy-geckskin-gecko-inspired-wa...
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Fuzion FZ416 & washer fit
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Anyone else have a Fuzion FZ416 with the 16' garage & double bunks, who've added a washer? I am trying to fit a washer in my rig. Contacted Keystone & the dealer I bought from and they have no definitive answer. Where the washer/dry hook up is, there is only a 20" (tight) clearance between the wal...
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Olympian Wave Catalytic heater
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Recently read an article in the daily RV News about Olympian Wave Catalytic heater. We found them of course under Amazon and invested in one to replace our electric fireplace which is not useable when boondocking. Very please so far with the results of it. Doesn't set off CO alarm. When we first used it...
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System - 5th Wheel
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After doing a search on this site, I didn't find any current information on a tire pressure monitoring system. We are going to be full-timers in a few weeks and would like to know what system you are using. What do you like about your system, and are there any negatives to the system? Any information is...
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Barb and Frank
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MorRyde IS
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We're in Elkhart with our rig at mor/RYDE .. getting the 8K (I think) IS with Disc Brakes. We're getting all their stuff including the relatively new "step above" steps. Additionally, we're getting 17.5" high spec aluminum wheels and Goodyear G114 H rated tires. Oh ... all that stuff is free but th...
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Truck Bed Camera for 5th Wheel
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We have a F350 that we purchased this year to tow our new 5th Wheel. We paid to have a truck bed camera installed and were given a refund because of technical issues with the install and the camera. Ford does not have the camera available yet. Does anyone have a recommendation for a truck bed camera we c...
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Residential Refrigerator Vs 2 Way RV Fridge
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I currently have a Norcold 4 door fridge in my RV. Its the original Fridge from 2002. It takes forever to get cold and I have cleaned it and maintained it to make sure the Propane lights and the electric works for the fridge. I want to be able to start the fridge the day before and have the Fridge cold but i...
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Bicycle Rack for rear of 5th Wheel? Any recommendations/suggestions/ideas
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I'm looking for a rack to fit the 2" receiver on the rear of my 5th wheel. I don't need to carry more than 2 bikes. Prefer a rack that will accommodate a man's and woman's bike. Several I've read about do not work well with frames that have a sloped top tube. Any input is going to be helpful. Thanks Eric
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5th Wheel Rear Generator Carrier
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Anyone know of a carrier that will mount to the rear frame on a 2013 landmark 5th wheel. I want to mount a portable Honda generator, and store the fuel can there. It needs to hold 500-600 pounds. Will I need to first have a hitch welded to the frame?
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Air Compressor
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We recently purchased a 5th wheel (Landmark) and intend to full time mid-2017. We are slowly looking at the accessories we will need - and we would like your thoughts and recommendations about air compressors. Do you recommend gas or electric - and why? Any information you can provide will be help...
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