There are few things worse than getting a flat tire on a remote stretch of road and realizing that you don’t have a spare. Many cars and small SUVs now come from the factory without spare tires. Often, owners don’t…
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Many RV owners like to take a small vehicle along on their journeys, so they can conveniently run errands and take day trips once they’ve settled into a camping spot. The easiest way to accomplish this is to flat tow…
Are you considering using nitrogen instead of compressed air in your vehicle’s tires? Perhaps you’ve heard that nitrogen-filled tires stay inflated longer, saving you money by increasing your gas mileage and extending tread life. But you’re concerned that you may…
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The Ram ProMaster is a versatile work van useful for carrying cargo, transporting passengers, or even camping. However, with three models available, each in multiple sizes and some with the option of adding rear seats, it can be challenging to…
Many vehicle owners are learning that filling their tires with nitrogen instead of compressed air can improve gas mileage, reduce uneven tread wear, and extend tire life. All of this is possible because nitrogen seeps out of tires more slowly…
If you own a Ram ProMaster City, there are multiple reasons why you may want to lift your van. For example, if you use the ProMaster City for camping or off-roading, it will be advantageous to have the bottom of…
There may be times when you need to tow your Ram ProMaster. Maybe you’re taking a long trip in your RV, and you want to bring your ProMaster along, or perhaps you need to tow it to a mechanic but…
Over time, your Ram Promaster’s headlights will experience small changes in position due to rough roads, daily wear, and the vehicle’s suspension loosening. Maladjusted headlights can be a big problem: if they’re too high, they may blind other drivers, and…
Your Ram Promaster comes with an integrated key/fob system. You can lock and unlock the doors manually with the mechanical key or remotely by pressing a button on the key fob. Occasionally, a key fob malfunctions and must be reprogrammed…
When you’re traveling the country in your RV, are you one of those people who plans every overnight stay months and charts every propane fillup and wastewater dump? Or do you prefer to wing it, parking and provisioning as the…
You’re boondocking in the heat of summer, and suddenly your RV’s air conditioner goes on the fritz. You suspect there may be a problem with the RV’s power inverter. Troubleshooting electrical problems may seem like an intimidating task, but there…
Not all RVers dream of wintering in the heat of Arizona. Some prefer to vacation in moderate climates or even to enjoy the frozen natural beauty of Alaska or Canada. A major issue to contend with if you’re RVing in…
If you’re a novice RVer, the number of new things you need to learn may seem overwhelming. One of the most important — and dreaded — tasks is draining the wastewater from your RV’s holding tanks. The gray water tank,…
If you’re an RVer, your freedom to hit the road and camp for weeks at a time is bounded only by the size of your gray water tank. Although it may sound like a joke, there is actually substantial truth…
The Ford Transit is a versatile van with room for numerous passengers, lots of cargo, or a mix of the two. If your Transit has four or five rows of seats, there may be times when you wish you had…
Whether you’re using your Ford Transit cargo van for business or for recreation, you may need more than the two seats that come standard with the vehicle. Perhaps you’d like to be able to seat a small team of employees…
Maximizing engine power is a Holy Grail for many DIY mechanics. If you’re ready to invest some time and energy into improving your vehicle’s get-up-and-go, it’s logical to start with the combustion chambers, where all that power is generated. It…
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Whether you’re a weekend DIY mechanic, a diehard gearhead, or just a vehicle owner curious about how your car works, you may want to know more about how the engine burns fuel to create power. Many common questions center on…
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Many car enthusiasts make it their personal mission to get their vehicles’ engines working at peak performance and efficiency. The truly dedicated will undertake even lengthy, complex tasks that add just a little to the engine’s power and responsiveness. One…
When purchasing a vehicle, most people fall into one of two camps: they either want lots of power or great gas mileage. Although many factors determine how fast a vehicle can accelerate while towing a trailer or how many miles…
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If you have noticed lately that your vehicle’s gas mileage is decreasing, its engine is idling roughly, or its acceleration is slower than usual, it may have a faulty fuel injector. Replacing a bad fuel injector is a task that…
Using a fuel injector cleaner is one of the simplest ways to protect your vehicle and improve its performance. A clean fuel system can increase gas mileage, improve engine efficiency, and keep your car running smoothly. Using fuel injector cleaner…
Have you been noticing that your car’s gas mileage has decreased lately or that it isn’t accelerating as quickly as it used to? You may be planning to treat your engine with a fuel injector cleaner to improve its performance.…
Your RV’s water pump is a critical feature that must be kept in good condition. It provides water for drinking, bathing, washing dishes, and toileting. RV water pumps usually have long lives with few problems, but occasionally you may encounter…
So, you’re on the road in your RV, driving to all those places you’ve always wanted to see, meeting interesting new people, and just generally enjoying the good life. But one evening, after a great day outdoors on a hiking…
Are you considering buying a recreational vehicle (RV) to make your family’s summer travels more convenient and comfortable? Maybe you’ve heard of the newest type of RV — the hybrid travel trailer, also known as the expandable camper — and…
If you are considering buying a hybrid camper (also called a “hybrid travel trailer”), one of the most important things to know is how much the camper weighs. Your camper’s weight not only affects the gas mileage you’ll get when…