Electrical, Pippi Peterson, RV Solar

RV Solar Basics 2/4: Inverters vs Converters and AC/DC Power

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RV Basic Electrical Systems

When I first got my RV I was so in the dark about RV electrical systems, converters vs inverters, DC vs AC but after so much DIY work and research it makes a lot more sense. I want to help you understand what the heck all these things are and how they all go together differently and the purposes for each. Be sure to learn more about the basics of RV solar regarding panels and charge controllers in this affiliated post, part 1 of 4. Continue reading RV Solar Basics 2/4: Inverters vs Converters and AC/DC Power →

Pippi Peterson

RV Solar Basics 1/4: Panels and Charge Controllers

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RV Solar Basics

I started my RV solar research literally YEARS ago. I wasn’t focusing on it continuously but I didn’t know how to proceed because I wasn’t sure of the questions or things I needed to know. And I’m the type of person who needs to know EVERYTHING, like why this, what are the other options?

So I collected all my knowledge and I want to share my learnings with you. Continue reading RV Solar Basics 1/4: Panels and Charge Controllers →

Pippi Peterson

My Bucket List: Things I want to do, see or experience before dying

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I recently spoke about my bucket list and revisiting it after the death of my sweet dog, Andiamo. A bucket list is a personal list of what you’d like to do, see, or experience before dying. It comes from the term ‘kicking the bucket” which not so delicately refers to dying, something we are all headed for no matter how much you believe it or not. Continue reading My Bucket List: Things I want to do, see or experience before dying →

Gift Ideas

My Christmas Wishlist and RVing Gift Ideas

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The halls are being decked, stores are buzzing and day by day, more and more house fronts are illuminated at night creating holiday cheer. Gift-giving season is upon us. If you’re not always in the Christmas mindset, and haven’t done so yet, it’s time to start thinking about what gifts to buy for your loved ones. This can be easier said than done. Continue reading My Christmas Wishlist and RVing Gift Ideas →

Giveaway

Giveaway Contest: Dashboard Camera PAPAGO GS520

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I recently got a PAPAGO GS520 dashboard camera to capture great video while driving. I love this little camera and I love the new opportunity for capturing unique beautiful video.

When I first took it out of the box I thought it was so light weight it must be cheap. But I quickly learned Continue reading Giveaway Contest: Dashboard Camera PAPAGO GS520 →

Flooring, RV Renovations

RV Renovations: Best Flooring Options

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I recently installed luxury vinyl planks in my RV and couldn’t be happier with the result. But I had to do a lot of research beforehand to figure out the best option for me, my home and lifestyle. There are a handful of common choices available including carpet, vinyl, linoleum, laminate and of course, real hard wood flooring. But what’s the difference?

Continue reading RV Renovations: Best Flooring Options →

Events, RV Living

Traveler’s CampFest 2016

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If you’re living in the mainland US, January is one of the best times to travel south to warm up on the beach and enjoy some vacation time. That’s why Kevin from Clear Adventure and his dog, Nugget have organized an event called Traveler’s CampFest 2016. The way things are shaping up, it looks like there’s going to be a pretty big turn out. Continue reading Traveler’s CampFest 2016 →

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