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Jupiter Palm Beach Motorcoach Resort – RV Park Review

28 Dec 2016

Being new to the world of RV ownership, I’m far from an aficionado of RV or motor coach parks or resorts. To date, I’ve only camped at four different parks and each one was only for a one night stay. But unlike seasoned campers, I thought it might be helpful... Read More

It’s Now Time To Choose A Toad…Not A Frog, A Tow Vehicle For The Starliner

11 Oct 2016

Yes, a video of this adventure is located at the end of this post. Those who enjoy the motorhome or RV lifestyle seem to have a language that’s a bit foreign to newcomers. Take towing a car for example. While I’ll simply call it, “towing a vehicle,” those who are... Read More

Will Flat Towing A Mini Cooper Behind A RV Void The Warranty?

11 Oct 2016

Now that I’ve purchased my vintage bus, I’m in the midst of shopping for an appropriate tow dinghy vehicle. I say appropriate as my bus is 59 years old and only 34 feet in length and it simply is not wise to attempt to pull a large SUV as it... Read More

Video: How To Perform An Air Brake Test On A Motorhome or RV

04 Oct 2016

The last thing any motorhome or RV operator wants to experience is the panic of pressing the brake pedal (service brake) and not having any stopping power. Because motorhomes and RVs use an air system to activate the brakes, an air brake test should be conducted every time you get behind the... Read More

It’s Official, I Purchased A Vintage Motorhome! Why I Didn’t Buy A New Class A

01 Oct 2016

In a previous post I provided an overview and a tour of a 1957 Flxible Starliner. I’m proud to announce that just a few days after seeing that bus for the first time and taking a couple of test drives through the backroads of Tennessee, I actually pressed the buy... Read More

Vintage Flxible Starliner Bus Brings Happy Days Here Again

23 Sep 2016

What the heck is a Flxible Starliner? That was my first question when my buddy Jim invited me to check out the fully restored vintage bus he and his wife Joey have garaged in a temperature controlled barn in Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee. When offered this invitation, I did what anyone else... Read More

New Dash Cam Captures Dual Views And Video Evidence

12 Sep 2016

These days, cameras are just about everywhere and it’s difficult to walk down any street without having your image recorded multiple times. In a way it’s sad, but it’s simply the way things are today. The video review of the Vantrue N2 dual camera Dash Cam is located at the lower... Read More

Want To Know What Apple Is Up To Next? Just Follow The Money

10 Sep 2016

Now that the dust has settled over Apple’s courageous decision to eliminate the headphone jack from its iPhone 7 lineup, the big question is: How will this omission affect future Apple products? I’ll get to that in a moment, but first I’ll provide my opinion regarding Apple’s new direction and... Read More

Parliament Prevost Converter Building Coach With 48 Hour Lithium Power

16 Aug 2016

While the name Parliament doesn’t often come into conversation when discussing Prevost conversions, I’ll tell you upfront that if you’re considering a new or pre-owned million dollar RV, this company is worth a strong look. What are you saying Mr. Guru? Have you lost your mind? A NEW motorhome? Parliament... Read More

Want Motorhome Training? Lazy Days Should Be Your First Stop

05 Aug 2016

Regular readers already know that I’m in the midst of shopping for my first, and if I get it right, quite possibly my last motorhome. And, it’s quite possible that if I find the motorhome lifestyle enjoyable, I could be one who trades up to new models every few years.... Read More

CH. 17: 2017 Entegra Cornerstone Walk Through and Q & A – Part 2

02 Jun 2016

After spending two days with Entegra Management at its headquarters in Middlebury, Indiana, I can sum up my opinion about this relative newcomer to the motorhome world in one word: Impressive. While its parent, Jayco, Inc., recently celebrated its 50th birthday and announced the shipment of its 1,000,000th RV, the eight year old... Read More

A Clarification On My Experience While Reviewing DJI’s Phantom 4

26 May 2016

Before you get too engrossed in this story, while I’m known for writing long-winded posts, this one is most likely a record breaker. So, with that said, you’ve been warned! Just a few days ago, I was contacted by the head of DJI Global Public Relations and informed that a... Read More

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