When we got our first hard-side camper in 2023, the factory app handled the basics over Bluetooth: lights, awning, and viewing holding tank levels. It was simple enough at first, but Home Assistant eventually became the only way to fix…
Sometimes, the best way to process a life-changing event is to return to the things you know how to fix. After weeks of monitoring heart rates, blood pressure, and recovery timelines, I finally stepped back into my role as a…
They say you don’t notice the length of the stripes on the road until you’re forced to slow down. In late 2024, our world didn’t just slow down—it came to a complete halt. We often share the highlights of our…
Picture this: you’re out in the wilderness, the sun’s setting, and you’re feeling like a campfire master. You’ve gathered your wood, got the stack just right, and it’s time to light that fire. You strike a match, toss it on…
Alright, fellow RVers—let’s be real for a second. If you’ve ever parked your rig on a slant, you already know the pain: wobbly sleep, doors that refuse to stay shut, slides that don’t want to slide, and your sink drains…
Hey everyone! Today, I’m walking you through a straightforward 4Runner transmission fluid change on our 5th Gen 2015 Toyota 4Runner. This is one of those maintenance tasks that, once you get the hang of, you’ll wonder why you ever paid…
If you’re a 5th Gen 4Runner owner towing a load you know how crucial it is to have a reliable brake controller. Whether it’s pulling a camper trailer (like our trusty ‘Campy’), a boat, or hauling a load of construction…
So, there we were, minding our own business, blissfully unaware that our electric bill was about to launch into orbit. One month, it was a bit higher than usual, but we shrugged it off. Maybe we’d left a few too…
Situated on the serene shores of Wright Patman Lake near Texarkana, Texas, Clear Springs Park is a haven for those seeking a retreat into nature. As part of the larger Wright Patman Lake recreational area, this park draws in locals…
It’s a perfect Saturday, the kind that begs for a wash and wax and some vehicle TLC. Our 5th Gen 4Runner, still wearing a coat of dirt from our last few adventures, and Campy, our 2023 Flagstaff E-Pro 15TB camper…
