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What Inverter Works With My Car Cigarette Lighter/12V Outlet

April 5, 2022 by Jenni
200 watt inverter connected to a 12 volt outlet in a truck

It’s not always clear what size of inverter will work in a car cigarette lighter. In this post I explain 12V outlet power ratings to help you get the right one.

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Categories Electrical, RV

Best Camper Wall Mount Stereo With RV DVD Player Review

February 25, 2022February 10, 2022 by Jenni
Jensen RV radio version of an wall mount stereo with an RV DVD player

One of the first things thats usually breaks in a camper wall mounted stereo is the RV DVD player. Here are some of the best replacements reviewed.

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Categories Electrical, RV

Should I Disconnect My RV Battery When Plugged In?

February 25, 2022January 4, 2022 by Jenni
campers and trailers in an rv park with the rv battery not disconnected even when plugged in

There’s a lot to learn about the 12 volt system in a camper. Here’s what you need to know about the RV converter & disconnecting the RV battery when plugged in.

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Categories Electrical, RV

Best 50 Amp RV Extension Cords & Adapters Reviewed 2022

February 24, 2022October 31, 2021 by Jenni
50 amp rv connected to a generator with a 50 amp rv extension cord

If your campsite is too far from a 50 amp outlet for the standard cable to reach these are some of the best 50 amp RV extension cords options out there.

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Categories Electrical, RV

Best 30 Amp RV Extension Cords & Adapters Reviewed 2022

February 24, 2022October 26, 2021 by Jenni
30 amp rv extension cord running from RV to 30 amp outlet in rv park

A 30 amp RV extension cord is a must have if you have a generator with a 30 amp outlet or if you camp in lots of different RV parks and campgrounds.

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When To Charge A Deep Cycle Battery

February 24, 2022May 27, 2021 by Jesse
deep cycle battery that needs to be charged

Knowing how to monitor and when to charge a deep cycle battery will keep it working like new for much longer than if you let it go below a certain charge.

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Categories Electrical, RV, Tips & Tricks

What Will The RV Battery Run?

February 24, 2022May 25, 2021 by Jenni
RV in a field being powered by the RV battery and nothing else

Thinking about dry camping/boondocking and wondering what you can expect your RV batteries to run and how long? Here’s what you need to know about 12V RV power.

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Categories RV, Appliances, Electrical

RV Life Hack: Equalize RV Batteries That Can’t Hold A Charge

February 24, 2022May 25, 2021 by Jesse
Deep cycle RV batteries being equalized by a battery charger

If the flooded lead-acid batteries on your RV or vehicle seem like they may be broken or too far gone, equalizing will most likely bring them back to life.

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Categories RV, Electrical, Tips & Tricks

RV Life Hack: 6 Things You Can Do To Fix A Broken RV Outlet

February 24, 2022May 24, 2021 by Jenni
GFCI RV outlets on the outside of a travel trailer

Got outlets in your RV that don’t work? Here’s everything you need to know about RV outlets and 6 simple things you can try to fix RV outlet problems yourself.

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How Long Will An RV Battery Run The Furnace? + Calculations

February 24, 2022May 24, 2021 by Jenni
RV in the snow with the RV furnace being run by the RV batteries

Just because it’s a little cold outside doesn’t mean you can’t go camping. Here’s how you can calculate how long your RV battery will run the furnace.

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