Contents
Guide
RV Hacks
400+ Ways to make Life on the Road Easier, Safer, and More Fun!
Marc and Julie Bennett Bestselling Authors of Living the RV Life
Driving (Including Tips for Big Rigs)
RV Repairs and Maintenance
Camping and Campgrounds
RV Living (Including Cooking and Meal Tips)
Working on the Road
Families, Kids, and Pets
Praise for RV Hacks
New adopters of the lifestyle will join the ranks of happy readers as they learn even more exciting tips and tricks as they enjoy their RV. A copy of RV Hacks should be in every RV on the road today.
Bob Zagami, executive director of New England RV Dealers Association
RV Hacks is full of insights that most RVers could spend years trying to figure out! A huge asset in any RVers library.
Cherie Ve Ard & Chris Dunphy of Technomadia.com
Another home run for this dynamic duo! The hacks in this book are great for all levels of RV experience, and so much fun to read you cant put the book down.
Sandy Ellingson, RV industry consultant
The hacks and tricks contained within this book will save you countless hours of trial and errorand moneyand make your journey in an RV so much more enjoyable!
Mark Koep, founder and CEO of CampgroundViews.com
The Bennetts newest book is simply a must-have for every RV traveler who is looking to enjoy the journey with a little less stress and a lot more adventure.
Jeff Shelton, CEO and owner of Wholesale Warranties
Marc and Julies RV Hacks is jam-packed with need-to-know tips, tricks, and hacks for your RV travels that will keep you on the road longer!
Nicole Sult, senior director of customer experience, Lippert Components
Youre going to want to dig into this book for hundreds of handy hacks that you might never have thought ofit will help you enjoy your RV lifestyle all the more!
Rick Kessler, executive editor of RVBusiness
I wish I had read a book like this before I started RVing; it would have saved me countless hours and helped me plan the best trips possible!
Andy Robinowitz, CEO of RV LIFE
RV Hacks provides hacks and tips for everyday situations that may come upor just hacks to make your RV experience even better!
Sean Nichols, COO of Battle Born Batteries
The Bennetts new book is an encyclopedia of tips from RVers all over North America, continuing a long-standing tradition of RVers sharing things that help them on the road. A lot of great hacks that RVers old and new will appreciate and enjoy.
Chris Dougherty, technical director of RV Enthusiast
Marc and Julie are like those trusted friends you know you can always count on to share invaluable tips and insights; their RV Hacks will help you navigate through it all and enjoy the journey.
Sarah Smith, CVO and cofounder of The Dyrt
Marc and Julie Bennetts latest book, RV Hacks, is a breath of fresh air, jam-packed with great RV experience and insight.
Larry McNamara, CEO and owner of Giant Recreation World
RV Hacks is really a book for everyone. A great readwisdom and fun for all. If RVing is important to younot the mechanics, but the whole RV lifestyleit is an absolute must.
John Sztykiel, cofounder of No Dirty Earth
RV Hacks is the rare how-to book that has you wanting to do everything in it! The tips and tricks within will genuinely save any RV owner loads of time and money. Bravo to the Bennetts!
Jason and Abby Epperson of the RV Miles podcast
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Copyright 2021 by Marc and Julie Bennett.
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First Adams Media trade paperback edition July 2021
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Interior design by Colleen Cunningham
Cover photographs Julie Bennett, Brandy Reneau
Interior photograph credits listed alongside photos
Interior illustrations Eric Andrews; 123RF/Pivden, filborg, Liudmyla Pushnova, joingate; Getty Images/appleuzr
Cover design by Victor Watch
Cover illustration 123RF/Pivden
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Names: Bennett, Marc, author. | Bennett, Julie, author.
Title: RV hacks / Marc and Julie Bennett, bestselling authors of Living the RV life.
Other titles: Recreational vehicle hacks
Description: First Adams Media trade paperback edition. | Stoughton, Massachusetts: Adams Media, 2021. | Includes index.
Identifiers: LCCN 2021013676 | ISBN 9781507216576 (pb) | ISBN 9781507216583 (ebook)
Subjects: LCSH: Recreational vehicle living--Miscellanea.
Classification: LCC TX1110 .B453 2021 | DDC 910--dc23
LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2021013676
ISBN 978-1-5072-1657-6
ISBN 978-1-5072-1658-3 (ebook)
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Readers are urged to take all appropriate precautions before undertaking any how-to task. Always read and follow instructions and safety warnings for all tools and materials, and call in a professional if the task stretches your abilities too far. Although every effort has been made to provide the best possible information in this book, neither the publisher nor the author is responsible for accidents, injuries, or damage incurred as a result of tasks undertaken by readers. This book is not a substitute for professional services.
DEDICATION
For all you RVersyoung or old, newbie or seasoned, driving motorhomes or towing campers. Whether youre out living the dream or you find yourself trying to figure out a solution to the conundrums of life on the road, remember: Its all part of the adventure. We wrote this book for you so you can feel confident in the knowledge that no matter what RV life throws at you, youve got this!
State Route 1, California / Photo Julie Bennett
INTRODUCTION
Whether youre camping just down the road or exploring part of the country hundreds or thousands of miles from you, an RV can bring you amazing adventures, a sense of freedom, and so many great experiences. But, like with any type of travel, things can go wrong once in a while. Dont worry