Why Won’t Your Hatch, Tailgate, or Hood Stay Open? It’s Probably Your Lift Supports
Hatch, hood, or tailgate won’t stay open? A worn lift support is almost always the cause—and replacing it is a quick, cheap DIY fix.
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How to Get Your Car Road-Trip Ready for Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day road trips expose weak spots fast. Here’s how to improve comfort, manage cargo, and avoid the small issues that derail long drives.
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How Much Weight Can a Hitch Cargo Carrier Hold?
Learn how to calculate your hitch cargo carrier’s true weight limit using your vehicle, hitch, and carrier ratings so you can load safely and confidently.
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5 Vehicle Fluids You Should Check Every Spring
A quick fluid check can help prevent bigger issues down the road. Here’s what to look for as you get your car ready for spring.
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Bed Rack vs Roof Rack: Which Is Better for Your Overlanding Setup?
Bed rack or roof rack? This guide breaks down the key differences and real-world tradeoffs so you can choose the right setup for your truck.
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How to Choose the Right Exhaust System for Your Truck
Choosing the right exhaust system comes down to your goals. Learn how sound, performance, materials, and design all factor into the best setup for your truck.
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Why Are My Brakes Making a Weird Noise?
With brake noises, different sounds tend to point to different kinds of wear, debris, or contact. Here’s how to interpret the most common ones.
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Choosing the Best Liquid Transfer Tank for Your Work Truck
Not all transfer tanks are built the same. Learn how fuel type affects tank selection—and how to choose a setup that works for your truck.
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RV & Camping
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What You Need To Know When Shopping For an RV Cover
By Michele Galeano
An RV cover seems like a simple, affordable way to protect your rig in the off-season, but choosing the right one requires some careful consideration.
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Must-Have Liquids, Chemicals & Additives for RV Winterization
By Michele Galeano
Winterizing an RV requires the right liquids, chemicals, and additives to properly store and protect your investment. Learn what belongs on the shopping list.
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9 Stromberg Carlson Products RV Owners Don’t Know They Need
By Michele Galeano
From wobbly hitches to overcrowded closets, Stromberg Carlson has spent over 60 years solving the small problems that make a big difference in RV life.
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Small Upgrades, Big Payoff: Refreshing Your RV Kitchen for Summer
By Michele Galeano
A few well-chosen upgrades can make your RV kitchen more functional, more inviting, and a lot more enjoyable to cook in—without touching a single appliance.
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How to Choose the Right Cooler for Summer Adventures
By Michele Galeano
The cooler market has exploded. Here’s how to cut through the hype and find the one that’s actually right for you.
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Is It Time to Replace Your RV Batteries? Discover the Benefits of Going Lithium
By Michele Galeano
If your RV batteries are struggling to keep up, it might be time to see what lithium has to offer.
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Marine & Watercraft
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Choosing the Right Life Vest
By Michele Galeano
A life jacket only works if it’s worn. Here’s how to pick the right one, including what’s changing with the Coast Guard's newest labeling system.
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Is Your Boat's Electrical System Up to Snuff?
By Michele Galeano
Your boat’s electrical system has a tough job, enduring harsh conditions in a particularly corrosive environment. And while the electrical gremlins may be familiar to the ones that inconvenience you...
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Sierra Marine Parts Every Boat Owner Should Know About
By Michele Galeano
Learn why Sierra Marine is the aftermarket brand serious boaters have trusted to keep their boats running right for nearly 60 years.
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Boating After Dark: What You Need to Know
By Michele Galeano
Whether you’re catching fireworks or fish, nighttime boating presents as many challenges as it does magic moments. Here’s how to stay safe while having fun.
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See More on the Water: A Beginner's Guide to Live Sonar and Marine Radar
By Michele Galeano
Learn what live sonar and marine radar do, and why serious boaters rely on both.
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Memorial Day Boating: What to Know Before You Hit the Water
By Michele Galeano
Learn the most common Memorial Day boating friction points and how to avoid them before they derail your weekend.
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