What started as a worn set of tires evolved into a full upgrade on our 2022 Ram 2500. We opted to install a full Carli suspension system with electronic shocks and a 37 inch wheel and tire combo. This is delivering a very competent combination of towing and off road capabilities. 6000 mile update: 8500… Continue reading Carli E-Venture 3.25 Suspension System- Ram 2500
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Our Toy Hauler Renovation
Our first trip to San Elijo State Beach, CA after the RV and truck were detailed. After years of looking and deliberating, we finally pulled the trigger on purchasing a toy hauler. Ultimately we went with a used, well maintained unit that could use some updates, and the price had to be low enough… Continue reading Our Toy Hauler Renovation
Rodent Hardening Garage Door
Rats! We found this little guy inside our home after a cold snap (well, cold for San Diego) and knew this was just the tip of the iceberg. He was easily relocated out to the edge of the yard. This wouldn’t be the last… A few days later, another rat by our inside garage door.… Continue reading Rodent Hardening Garage Door
Day 1401- Linen Closet in Hall Bath
Three years, nine months, and thirty days… better late than never! We finally found a cabinet maker that was willing to work with us on this awkward space in our hall bathroom. In the previous configuration, a 40 gallon electric water heater was located here, partially behind a wall. Needless to say we went scorched… Continue reading Day 1401- Linen Closet in Hall Bath
Homemade Spicy Italian Sausage
Pasta lovers here, and one of our favorite meals incorporates spicy Italian sausage! On our quest to prepare more of what we eat from scratch, it felt natural that we pursue a homemade product to satisfy our needs. It was also the very first meal Eric wanted to christen our new kitchen with: homemade pasta… Continue reading Homemade Spicy Italian Sausage
Internet and WiFi in Weekend Warrior FS2600
As small business owners, we don’t get to escape our work, but we are free to conduct it as long as we have internet connectivity (for the most part.) It was time to take our devices on the road, and see what pitfalls we encountered. Did we try tethering a cell phone? We have a… Continue reading Internet and WiFi in Weekend Warrior FS2600
Solar and Inverter Installation in Weekend Warrior FS2600
First and foremost, I must dedicate this post to Matt and Diana over at Adventurous Way, specifically their in depth research on RV solar and inverter power. While we never plan to full time in this rig, we do want to have a capable off grid electrical system. This might seem counterintuitive given the scale… Continue reading Solar and Inverter Installation in Weekend Warrior FS2600
Honda EV6010 Tune Up
One of the selling points of our used toy hauler was the inclusion of a Honda EV6010 generator, which is a liquid cooled, two cylinder engine with separate 30 amp/20amp outputs. This is a major upgrade over the Onan 4000, which is a single cylinder air cooled generator that was offered when this trailer was… Continue reading Honda EV6010 Tune Up
Our First Eggs! 7/11/2021
It was Sunday, July 11, when we were working in the backyard on our planter bed to vegetable garden project. Carol heard the hens making a racket, and set out to investigate… Our nesting box was sealed off, and these three eggs were laid in the corner of the coop. It was time to act!… Continue reading Our First Eggs! 7/11/2021
Jacuzzi J-345 Tune Up
The time had come when we decided we needed a hot tub to bridge the gap until we can build our pool. As supply chain issues still plague vendors into 2021, a new unit was out of the running; with 6-12 month delivery times! Looking for used hot tubs was a continued bust, months turned… Continue reading Jacuzzi J-345 Tune Up