Window Seal
Window sealTo run a satellite TV cable or extension cord through a window without crimping the cord and also to achieve a weather-tight seal, I cut a piece of black foam-rubber insulating tube to fit the length of the window. The open tubing fits snugly over the edge of the window. When the window is closed, foam rubber prevents the cord from being crimped by the window yet still provides a weatherproof seal.
Milton R. Smith, F291325
Middleton, Wisconsin
Furnace Output
Reduced air volume from furnaces often occurs when the flexible tubing that transports air throughout the motorhome is kinked or snaked. The line should be as straight and direct as possible to the outlet. If you’re having problems getting adequate heating throughout your coach, check the ductwork. You may be surprised.
Roland Peaslee, F278865
Fairfield, Iowa
Easy Cleanup
Plastic wrap for easy cleanupI hate cleaning up messes, so anytime I can prevent making them, I’m a happy camper. When I’m frying food on the stove, a spatter screen helps to some degree but doesn’t prevent all grease spatters. To minimize my cleanup, I cover the back of the stove and any areas to the sides of the cook top with plastic wrap. This cuts my cleanup time drastically. When purchased in a 750-square-foot roll at Costco or Sam’s Club, it is very economical.
Patty Greene, F184229
Boulder City, Nevada
Chair Cover Holder
Canvas chair holder coverI made this chair cover holder to keep our maps, brochures, etc., in one place. I used heavy canvas material that I purchased at Wal-Mart.
To begin, cut a main piece the width of the chair back plus 5/8-inch seam allowance on each side. Bring the top edge of the material over the headrest and down the front of the seat approximately 10 inches. Make approximately four darts on each side of the material to fit the curve over the top of the chair. Cut two pieces of material to fit the thickness of the chair sides (allowing 5/8-inch on each side for the seams). Align the bottoms of these pieces with the bottom of the main piece that runs down the front of the chair. Next, fold up the bottom part hanging from the backside of the chair to make the size pocket you want. The pocket on my holder fits a road atlas. I double-stitched the sides and all the raw edges with heavy-duty thread. Another pocket can be added to accommodate maps, travel folders, the TV remote, or just about anything else you want to keep close at hand.
Marie Haskins
Derry, New Hampshire
Pet Fence
Plastic fencing for pet fenceWhenever we had to leave our 91-pound Labrador retriever in our motorhome, she insisted on climbing onto and walking across the dash, leaving claw marks and drool on the leather.
The solution was so easy. We got a piece of the orange plastic fencing with holes in it that is used at construction sites. I cut the fencing to fit exactly across the motorhome behind the driver and passenger seats. It is held in place by elastic cords tied to the fence that fit over the seat. To remove the fence, I simply lift the elastic over the seat, roll up the fencing into a thin cylinder, and store it under the couch.
Arlene Chiarolanzio, F181694
Florham Park, New Jersey
Better Visibility
Yellow-tinted shooter’s glasses When driving in reduced visibility conditions such as rain or fog, I’ve found that wearing a pair of yellow-tinted shooter’s glasses (clip-ons are available) can greatly enhance one’s ability to see. I suggest adding a pair of these glasses to your personal equipment. They can be found in sporting goods stores or at gun shows.
Lawrence D. Black, F224612
Seymour, Tennessee