Technology

Looking for an easier way to unplug and plug the rear camera connection on your pickup truck? Thomas Wilson provides us with a solution to this problem. Soon after purchasing a 2015 Chevy 2500 I [read more]

Truck Camper Adventure is proud to present, Feature in the Spotlight, a periodic look at a truck camper feature or option that is new and revolutionary or just plain cool. In this second installment, we [read more]

If you’re interested in boondocking or overlanding, it’s recommended that your truck camper have a minimum of two 6 volt or two 12 volt deep cycle batteries. When shopping for batteries for your RV make [read more]

Interested in upgrading your truck’s alternator wiring to charge your camper’s batteries more quickly and efficiently? Cal Willis, who holds a degree in physics, provides us with the details of his heavy-duty charge system installation. [read more]

Are you thinking about going solar, but aren’t sure which type of charge controller to buy? You’re not alone. Many have or are currently grappling with that question. Fortunately, when it comes to makes, models, [read more]

If you’re planning to buy a truck camper from the factory, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is which type of refrigerator to have installed in it. During the construction of [read more]

Ah, the good ‘ole days. It wasn’t that long ago when having a 240 watt solar power system in our truck camper was the bees knees. The occasional use of a light, the water pump, [read more]

Of all the electronic devices found in today’s RV, few are more essential than the modern inverter. This is especially true for those of us who prefer to camp off-the-grid and still work. My truck [read more]

Are you looking to go solar for a bargain price, but don’t know where to start looking? Well look no further. The good folks at Renogy Solar are offering their 100 watt Solar Power Starter [read more]

Staying connected on the road is important. This is true not only for RV owners who want to stay in touch with family and friends, but also for RV owners who still work and maintain [read more]

Did you know that the first recorded use of a windwheel was in the first century by the Greeks? Widespread use of windmills, however, didn’t occur until the 13th century in Europe when they were [read more]

I admit it. I’m a huge convert to solar power. Since we sold our Honda EU2000i generator and began using solar on our outings two years ago we have been happy campers. Our three solar [read more]

In today’s electronic age you can never have enough USB charging ports and electrical outlets in your RV. This is especially true for those of us who work while on the road. My office is [read more]

If you’re thinking about going solar, you need to stop thinking about it and do it. Solar is easy to install, is practically maintenance free, and doesn’t take up valuable storage space inside your RV. [read more]

In preparation for next weekend’s Overland Expo in Flagstaff, I decided to climb up on the roof to inspect things and do some cleaning. I try to get up on the roof three or four [read more]

Yesterday I upgraded the 12 volt electrical system in my Wolf Creek truck camper from two Interstate Group-24 RV/Marine wet cell batteries to two 6 volt Golf Cart Lifeline AGM batteries. I’m really thrilled with [read more]

We admit it. We are a huge converts. Since we began using solar power and a pure sine wave inverter, we hardly use our Honda EU2000i generator anymore when we boondock. We camp mostly at [read more]

Whether you’re a rabid camping enthusiast or avid prepper, the solar oven is a great, low-cost addition for meal preparation and water sanitation. The appliance is lightweight, compact, can be safely used year round–including in [read more]

To the RV owner who cherishes independence from RV Parks and campgrounds and who hates the noise and smell of running a generator, solar power is, without a doubt, one the greatest technological advancements to [read more]

I spent the last couple days installing the two 60 watt solar panels on the roof of my Wolf Creek 850 truck camper. After giving it some serious thought, I decided to place the two [read more]

Inverters are a wonderful thing, especially for those who like to boondock. Inverters allow you to run 110 volt household devices, like TVs and DVD players, in your RV without actually being plugged into shore [read more]

Our Wolf Creek didn’t come with an air conditioner when we bought it, yet that was fine with us. We wanted to choose our own unit. What we were looking for was simple. We wanted [read more]

With all of the sun we get here in the southwestern U.S., it makes a lot of sense to go solar to maintain and recharge your RV’s batteries. Yet, one of the biggest complaints I [read more]