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RV Boondocking Basics: A Guide to Living Without Hookups

by: Russ De Maris

Where was this info when we started boondocking?
We're in our second decade of boondocking/dry camping. This book would have been such a great help when we were planning our RV life style.

It's basic enough that if you are serious about making this you way of like you can put a pencil to all the applications covered in the book and use them when you start building that perfect boondocking RV.

The theory and explanations are elementary enough for someone setting in an office dreaming of getting out on the road during vacation or after retirement can visualize and analyze what has to be done. Then they can take this book home and they can use it like a guide to get started on a new life style only we know.

The freedom of living off the grid is something no one can really explain.

Buy and read the book and I'm sure you will not travel with out it. -- Loyal A. Mccammond

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RV Boondocking Basics: A Guide to Living Without Hookups

by: Russ De Maris

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The Complete Guide to RV Electrical, Computer, Solar and Communications Systems Working and Living Independently on the Road

by: William C. Meyer

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Solar Made Simple: How to Use a Solar Panel to Charge Your Rv Battery

by: Tom French

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Planetology: Unlocking the Secrets of the Solar System

by: Tom Jones, Ellen Stofan

Release Date: 11/18/2008

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Camping World reaps a powerful advantage.(Business)(The RV supplier's new site profits from the sun with its rooftop photovoltaic panels): An article from: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)

Release Date: 06/28/2006

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RV Repair and Maintenance Manual: Updated and Expanded

by: Bob Livingston

OK - I haven't read this book front to back. It is, after all, a reference book. However, I have skimmed each of the sections and read several in detail, particularly those dealing with 12 Vdc and plumbing. I didn't pay so much attention to those parts dealing with motorhomes because I don't have one.

However, whether you own a Class A motorhome or an humble single-axle travel trailer (like I have), this book is *THE* guide to maintenance and repair. Example: I have an n-th hand 1975 Vanguard T13 travel trailer. The electrical system is in horrible shape, to express it charitably. This book has been my constant companion and guide as I refurbished and repaired the wiring, charging system, distribution boxes and so forth. Without doubt it has paid for itself twice or even three times over.

The book is broken down into self-contained sections - so you don't have to read the electrical section if the topic of the day is plumbing. Each section provides definitions for any special terms used, discusses the requirements and nature of the system in general terms, then gets into more detail. Each section has lots of clear line illustrations and high-quality black and white photographs.

The only reason I give this book only 4 stars is that in some respects it is a little intimidating for a novice RV owner. Once you get into it, it is very clear, but the initial impression is a little overwhelming, simply by the sheer size of the book and the volume of information presented. The only way to address this would be to produce multiple books - which might not be such a bad idea. -- Jacky Tar "Ready Aye Ready" (Victoria, BC, Canada)

Don't Leave Home Without It!!
It is rare to find a "how-to" book which addresses both the needs of the mechanically skilled and the needs of those of us who break into a cold sweat at even the sight of a toolbox. This is such a book.

The topics covered, and the depth of the information, provide substance for even the most impassioned "do-it-yourselfer". On the other hand, those of us who are mechanically challenged find the step-by-step instructions and the detailed illustrations and photographs to be invaluable when circumstances require that we actually attempt to fix something.

The "RV Repair and Maintenance Manual", in each of its various editions, has accompanied us on our RV outings since we first got involved in the life style. We can't imagine hitting the road without it! - Dave & Kay Corby "Food & Travel Writers" (Colorado)

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RV Living in the 21st Century: The Essential Reference Guide for ALL RVers

by: Peggi Mcdonald

RV LIVING IN THE 21ST CENTURY by Peggi and John McDonald is an excellent publication and a MUST for ALL RVers - from those new to the RV lifestyle to seasoned RVers. The book is organized by chapters which guide you through buying an RV or camper to where to stay, how to pack, what to purchase for multiple uses, how to add storage and organize, and many many more tips. The authors are well qualified for writing this and their other books listed below. They have spent years living in their RV six months in Canada and six months in the United States each year. They are also authors of 'SPIRIT OF THE OPEN ROAD and RV PACKING TIPS and RV LIFE LESSONS and EASY LIVING HINGS and RV TRAVEL TO CANADA E-BOOK.
Although we have been RV-ers for 30 years, we learned a lot from these EXCELLENT books. A very good investment for life on the road...whether for short or long stints. Highly recommended!

Release Date: 05/10/2004

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Complete Guide to Full-Time RVing: Life on the Open Road

by: Moeller

This is an older book on RV living and as such it doesn't have much if anything in the way of solar for power, satellite dish for TV and computer use or other off the grid living information one needs in 2007+. But the information on mail, medical, fees for various things, and what type of floor plan for an RV vs a trailer are helpful. - Beth Hartford-DeRoos "MotherLodeBeth" (Sierras of California)

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