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Curtis Carper

I’ve been involved in RVing for 50 years now -- including camping, building, repairing, and even selling RVs. I’ve owned, used, and repaired almost every class and style of RV ever made. I do all of my own repair work. My other interests include cooking, living with an aging dog, and dealing with diabetic issues. If you can combine a grease monkey with a computer geek, throw in a touch of information nut and organization freak, combined with a little bit of storyteller, you've got a good idea of who I am.

How To Remodel RVs & Motorhomes Yourself (See How I Renovated Two 5th Wheel Trailers)

Time to makeover your RV? I've remodeled two RVs. See my best tips, how to find RV parts & accessories, and RV renovation companies that will do it for you.

A List Of Clever Uses For Spring Clamps While Camping & RVing

See why I think a cheap set of spring clamps are the RVer's equivalent to a Swiss army knife. Here's my list of clever uses for spring clamps while RVing and camping -- from making a DIY camper awning to holding curtains open, keeping your dog safe while setting up camp, and drying a items on a camping clothesline.

RV Refrigerator Repair 101: How To Diagnose Problems With RV Refrigerators Yourself

RV refrigerator won't work? I'll help you find the source of the problem. Find out if RV refrigerator repair or replacement is your next step.

RV Windshield Replacement Cost: Here’s What You Can Expect If You Need To Fix A Rock Chip Or Replace A Cracked Windshield

Here's what I learned firsthand about RV windshield replacement cost vs. RV windshield repair cost - after I experienced a cracked windshield in my 1993 motorhome.

River Cruises: Reasons To Choose River Cruising Over Ocean Cruising On Vacation

River boat cruises operate on most of the major rivers throughout the U.S. River cruises give you a whole different perspective on cruising. Have you tried it yet?

Mosquito Control: All The Best Ways To Repel Mosquitoes In Your Yard & On Your Body

Summer is here and so are the mosquitoes! See the best home mosquito control systems on the market, mosquito trap reviews, and tips for using insect repellents

RV Refrigerator Doors Warped? Here’s How To Repair & Prevent Warped Wood Door Panels On Your RV Refrigerator

The wood door panels on your RV refrigerator can easily warp. Mine warped right after moving from Florida to Arizona. See how I repaired the warped doors on my RV refrigerator.

All About Buying & Building Teardrop Campers, Affordable Teardrop Trailer Alternatives, And Where To Rent A Teardrop Trailer In The U.S.

A lifetime RVer's thoughts on buying a teardrop camper vs. building one yourself vs. renting a teardrop trailer. However you do it, a teardrop is a lightweight RV that's easy to tow!

I Fixed My Hydraulic Leveling System! How To Convert Non-Working HWH Automatic RV Hydraulic Leveling Jacks To Manual Levers

I gave up trying to keep my RV hydraulic leveling system working like it should and converted it over to manual controls instead. Here's my low-tech solution for a hi-tech problem.

Fun New Job Opportunity: Become A Flea Market Vendor

Not interested in a 9 to 5 job? Being a flea market vendor is easy! My best tips to help get you started - see what sells best at flea markets, how to sell at flea markets & more.

How To Start A Food Catering Truck Business: Is A Food Truck Catering Business Right For You?

Thinking of buying a catering truck? Here are the rules & regulations of food truck catering, business license requirements, health department laws, and food truck requirements.

RV Mattress Reviews: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly!

How to tell what size RV mattress you have now & where to find replacement RV mattresses. Plus, my experience with different RV mattresses. Can't afford a new mattress? Try a memory foam mattress topper!

Ped Egg Review – Does It Really Work?

The one thing my wife wanted for Christmas was a Ped Egg foot file. It's used to shave dead dry skin off your feet. Our review + New pedi files for calluses.

RV Values & RV Prices: How To Find Out What Your RV Is Really Worth

Before you buy an RV, you should know what your trade-in is worth, and what the RV you're interested in buying is worth. Here's how to determine RV prices and values.

Outside-The-Box Career Idea: Be A Hot Dog Vendor

Do you love being outside? Enjoy catering to lots of people? If so, then opening a hot dog vendor business might be for you! Here's how to get started.

How to Convert an RV Bunkhouse Into a Laundry Room

I turned our RV bunkhouse room into a space that was more usable to us: an RV laundry room! See how I did it... and how you can too.

Best Workout Videos Gone Wrong – Funny Accidents Caught On Tape!

The Internet is loaded with funny workout videos - bloopers, accidents & things gone wrong when exercising/training. These are the BEST workout videos gone wrong.

How to Play (and build) Washers: A Complete Guide to the Rules, Scoring, and Different Game Variations

Washers is a family-oriented skill game that is easily portable, can be set up in a couple seconds, and is considerably safer than horseshoes. Here's how to play, how to keep score, and how to build your own hillbilly horseshoes game.

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