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2021+ Jeep Grand Cherokee L Baseplate/Air Force One Installation

Posted on February 11, 2022 by RobApril 18, 2022

This post describes tips for removing the front fascia on a 2021+ Jeep Grand Cherokee L (GC-L) model, in preparation for installing a baseplate used for flat towing. This part of the project applies to the installation of any brand …

MicroAir Easy Touch Thermostat Installation & Review

Posted on March 5, 2021 by RobAugust 11, 2021

The Coleman/Airxcel thermostat on our 2017 Entegra is a very basic unit, is cumbersome to use (think 1980’s technology) and lacks features common today like programmability and access via the cloud. Unfortunately, it also has a proprietary ‘Multi-Zone’ means …

Dirt Devil Vroom Self Storing & Retracting Vacuum Hose – 2017 Entegra 44B Mod

Posted on February 4, 2021 by RobAugust 3, 2022

Many modern RV’s come with a central vacuum system and our 2017 Entegra Aspire is no exception. One of the most popular vacuum units found in RV’s and boats is the Dirt Devil CV950 and it’s more recent version, the …

Summer Projects 2020

Posted on October 28, 2020 by LindaMarch 14, 2021

During the summer of 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic encouraged us to spend a lot more non-social quality time on the boat and coach, but it didn’t really slow down getting projects accomplished, in fact it probably increased our project load. …

2017 Entegra Aspire Rear Bath Medicine Cabinet Mod

Posted on January 31, 2020 by RobSeptember 23, 2020

Great form, not so great function As shown in the two photos below, our 2017 Aspire 44B was delivered with a very elegant and nice looking rear bath, however, it had no medicine cabinet and only 2 short and shallow …

Fridge Fixer – Brilliant Design Keeps RV Residential Fridge Doors Closed!

Posted on November 9, 2019 by RobDecember 5, 2019

Refrigerators designed for RV and Marine use have always had doors that securely lock closed and are specifically designed for the severe conditions likely to be encountered in a moving vehicle. However, with larger residential style refrigerators now in vogue, …

How To Not Sit Still – A Plethora Of Projects!

Posted on October 9, 2019 by LindaAugust 14, 2020

Sit still??? Us?? Hah, no way! Whether it was in our sticks ‘n bricks, in our land yacht or on our water yacht, we’re (more Rob than me) always working on something. It appeared once the boat was launched, this …

Electrifying The Cargo Bay Doors On A 2017 Entegra Aspire/Insignia

Posted on August 13, 2019 by RobAugust 13, 2019

When we bought our 2017 Aspire, electric latches for the cargo bay doors were not an available option (Note: In 2019 that option became available for the Aspire, I would strongly advise ordering it). Electric cargo latches have always been …

My Favorite Things – Gripstics, Food Huggers & SimmerMat

Posted on December 3, 2018 by LindaSeptember 17, 2020

If you’ve followed our blog for a bit, you most likely realize that I am a sucker for any type of kitchen gadget. Take me to a home show, trade show or RV show and I am immediately drawn to …

Installing a Pet Proof Main Power Switch in a 2017 Entegra Motorhome

Posted on April 18, 2018 by RobMay 9, 2018

Our 2017 Entegra has a console to the left of the driver seat with several rocker switches. They are for things like the docking lights, jake brake setting, pedal adjustments, air horn, mirrors, etc. But there is one additional switch …