Key In On This Think back for a moment to all the Western movies you have seen depicting some drunken horse-thieving cowboy being arrested and locked up by the town sheriff. Do you remember the ring of 2 or 3 jail sell keys he used? Well, it is likely that the same 2 to 3 keys fit every jail cell... [Read More]
By Kevin L. Vaughn I often find myself attending the “Advanced School of Hard Knocks,” and this morning was yet another graduation day. This unexpected lesson highlighted an important activity that should be included in what I call a “Level 2” pre-trip inspection. It was a lesson well worth sharing with our RV members, as I find myself in temporary... [Read More]
By Kevin L. Vaughn As a driving instructor, I have watched many video crash footage and car chases for the past ten years. It pains me to see that in nearly every high-speed commute to a crime scene or high-speed car chase, there is a genuine lack of empathy, compassion, and respect by the general driving public. What happened to... [Read More]
By Kevin L. Vaughn Since my first course on RV Orientation, it has been drilled into my head to “NEVER LET YOUR TIRES/WHEELS DANGLE” after you level your RV. Now, I have to give a disclaimer clarifying that it only applies to motorized RVs. The rationale behind that guideline is two-fold. First, the suspension of a motorized diesel RV involves... [Read More]
By Kevin L. Vaughn At least twice a month, I present the exciting pastime of full-time RVing to excited newbies who have just bought their first used RV. My career is that of an RV Driving and & Orientation instructor who can even teach a seasoned veteran something new to avoid a costly incursion with their RV. There are many... [Read More]
By Kevin L. Vaughn When you look at RVs of all makes and models, it is not your imagination that many of the same critical parts seem to be on each. One corporate name, Lippert (aka LCI), stands out from interior appliances to exterior leveling jacks. For over a decade, Lippert has grown in leaps and bounds, acquiring many of... [Read More]
By Kevin L. Vaughn It was fall 2022, and I was heading to Florida for a warm winter’s nap. My trip was scheduled to be a leisurely 4-day drive down I-65, stopping off at several Harvest Host locations overnight on the way to Fort Myers, Florida. As I headed south out of Illinois, I found myself scoffing, barking, and swearing... [Read More]
By Kevin L. Vaughn With onboard GPS devices in nearly 65% of today’s vehicles and one or more mapping apps available to another 30% of drivers with Smartphones, what is the chance that a driver will get lost if they miss a turn? Fortunately, current GPS devices and mapping APPS automatically reroute users when an instruction or direction is arbitrarily... [Read More]
Step-by-Step Instructions For Building and Installing a Custom Flat Mount Starlink System on Your RV Staying connected on the road has never been easier, thanks to Starlink’s satellite internet service. For RV enthusiasts, having a reliable and high-speed internet connection can transform travel experiences, enabling everything from streaming movies to remote work. In this guide, I’ll walk you through building... [Read More]
As an RV owner, you know that hitting the road means embracing the great outdoors—sometimes, that includes dealing with unpredictable weather. One of the most challenging situations you might face is navigating through high winds or storms. These conditions can put your RV at risk if you’re not properly prepared. The good news? With a few simple steps, you can... [Read More]
