‘Don’t be left in the DARK with the 2009 Digital Transition – Take Action Now’ By law, on February 17, 2009 all American local television broadcast stations are required to turn off their analog channels and broadcast exclusively in the clearer and better digital television (DTV) format. When this change occurs, anyone who receives free local television ...

  As the saying goes, “There’s no substitute for experience”. This is especially true in the 5th wheel market. Customers don’t want to take chances with an unknown brand. They want a name they can trust to deliver quality and versatility at a price that fits their budget. That’s why most experienced trailering enthusiasts choose Reese.   Simply put, ...

  Castrol was the first to market a 5th wheel hitch grease designed to provide protection and extend the life of 5th wheel plates. Its unique formulation has up to twice the adhesive properties of other 5th wheel grease, and exceptional adhesion that guards against fretting and other types of metal-to-metal wear.   Castrol 5th Wheel Grease is easy to use. It comes in a convenient ...

  RV owners are well aware of the advantages of diesel-powered motorhomes and tow vehicles, including good fuel economy, longer service life and longer intervals between regular maintenance. For the past two decades, cleaner-operating diesel engines have been on the drawing boards and have been phased into use, with the biggest improvement coming in 2007.   Last year, the EPA ...

  A good habit to get into at the start of each camping season is to lube all the compartment door and entry door locks and latching mechanisms. A silicone spray or Teflon® lubricant with a long tubular nozzle works best for most door locks.     --From Woodall’s RV Owners Handbook, Copyright 2005. Used with permission.   Available at Camping World.

  Use the water pump as a troubleshooting tool . Close all faucets firmly and turn the water pump on. If the pump cycles or “burps” periodically, a leak could exist somewhere in the system.     --From Woodall’s RV Owners Handbook, Copyright 2005. Used with permission.   Available at Camping World.

  An often overlooked entry point for water is through the hole where clearance and tail light wires exit the exterior. A thin bead of silicone sealant around the top edge of clearance lights will minimize the possibility of moisture entering the walls.       --From Woodall’s RV Owners Handbook, Copyright 2005. Used with permission.   Available at Camping ...

  Inspect the entire length of the shoreline cord periodically for nicks, cuts and damage. Clean and brighten the metal contact points at least yearly. Fine sand paper, 000 steel wool or emery cloth can accomplish this effectively.     --From Woodall’s RV Owners Handbook, Copyright 2005. Used with permission.   Available at Camping World.

  When you have a wood screw that will not tighten, the best way to handle it is to purchase a small box of wooden matches. Remove the screw from the wood and stick the wooden match into the hole and break it off even with the wood, then reinstall the screw and it will tighten.   Pete Ritter Sun Valley, California

  Since most RV's have all the aerodynamics of a barn door, why add to the drag? Air low underneath a vehicle is just as important as air flow over and around a vehicle. Air moving under an RV equipped with a solid mud flap across the rear of the vehicle is trapped and adds considerable drag. The air being trapped is super heated, and this restricted hot air increases engine compartment, ...