Our 1997 Ford Four Winds, Axl Roads, served us well for over 7 years, but we’re ready to move on. Learn how we sold our RV, and what’s next!
Category: RV
Learn about the RV repairs and modifications we’ve made. You can visit the Repairs and Modifications separately by selecting them specifically in the RV menu item above.
The Cost of Older RV Updates: RV Roof Replacement
Oh, no! You have an RV leak – a serious one! How much is it going to cost for an RV roof replacement? We know, and we share our receipts!
The Cost of Older RV Updates: Replacing the RV Tail Light and License Plate Holder
When our license plate cracks off during winter storage, we show you how to replace a broken RV tail light and license plate holder.
Tick, Tick, Ticks: Protect Yourself and Your Pets!
If you spend time hiking or in the woods and fields- especially with your pets- it is important to protect yourself against ticks.
The Cost of Older RV Updates: Tires, Wheels, and Covers
See the costs to get an RV inspection plus tire repair, replace RV hubcaps, and protect it all with RV wheel covers.
The Cost of Older RV Updates: Axl’s New RV Brakes (and Rotors and More)
How we figured out we needed new RV brakes (more than once!), which parts ultimately got replaced, and how much it cost. It has been updated to include our experiences and receipts from 2019 and 2022.
The Cost of Older RV Updates: Replacing the RV Range Vent Cover
An older RV range vent cover may need replaced if it cracks and then rattles when you drive. This is a quick fix you can handle yourself!
Lessons Learned During Weekend RV Travel Season
What important lessons did we learn this weekend RV travel season? We’ll walk you through 7 – including a bonus one regarding a favorite morning beverage!
RV & Outdoors Winter Gift Guide
With everyone spending more time outdoors this year, we’ve curated a group of winter gifts for RVers & outdoor enthusiasts on your list!
RV Makeover Quick Take: RV Awning Tiny Hole Repair
Is your RV awning getting tiny holes in the stitching where it connects to the vehicle? One fix we tried was a waste of time – but another was a winner!
The Cost of Older RV Updates: Axl’s Shaky Steering
Our RV steering wheel would shake when we went over 60 mph, but then the shaking got shaky! What was the cost to repair? We always bring receipt$!
RV Makeover Quick Take: RV Screen Door Rattle
Does your RV screen door rattle as you drive or have an open gap that lets bugs in while you are parked at the campground? We have a quick fix!
FLASH REVIEW! Pittsburgh RV Show
You can walk through the newest RVs at the Pittsburgh RV Show – plus visit vendors displaying accessories, campground info, and travel destination details.
RV & Outdoors Holiday Gift Guide
Wondering what to get that outdoorsy or RV-loving person this year? Our holiday gift guide with suggestions for any budget will make the season merrier!
FLASH REVIEW! Samsonite Lumbar Support Pillow
If your RV driver’s seat doesn’t offer lower back support, could a lumbar support pillow help? We tried a version by Samsonite with mixed results.