by Stormy Shafer | Dec 2, 2021 | Full-timing, Insulation, Interior remodeling, Preparedness, renovation, RV DIY, RVing, Solar Power
I had never heard of Reflectix®before I became a nomad, though I had—as most of you likely have—seen it before. The most common way to be introduced to it is to see one of those shiny, metallic-looking, lightweight accordion-style windshield sun shades. In fact, I’d owned a couple of these when I learned that the material out of which they’re made is called Reflectix.
by Stormy Shafer | Jun 8, 2020 | electrical, Interior remodeling, renovation, Technical, travel trailer, Ventilation
No way did I want to deal with a fire or get that blasted blade stuck in there. So I reversed the drill and backed it out, stopping to consider my options. I’d originally chosen that blade so I would have a bit of maneuvering room for my fingers in pushing the wires through the insulation. But that was solely for my convenience, and wasn’t completely necessary. All that was really important was that the wires got through.
by Stormy Shafer | Jun 10, 2019 | emotional journey, exterior remodeling, idgie, Interior remodeling, jeep, lighting, renovation, travel trailer, Travel trailer towing
Suffice to say, the first leg of my full time RV life was a journey of epic proportions, both in terms of time and distance, and of mental/emotional ground covered. Here are the highlights of the lead-up stage, before Idgie and I really got on the road. More to follow in subsequent posts.
by Stormy Shafer | Dec 18, 2018 | electrical, Interior remodeling, lighting, renovation, Technical, travel trailer, wildheart
This is the last in the four-part series about the massive initial installation and upgrade of Wildheart’s electrical system. It’s really mostly just about lighting. You see, I have never, ever liked overhead lighting. Even the prettiest, most well-designed chandelier...
by Stormy Shafer | Dec 6, 2018 | electrical, Interior remodeling, Technical
As I originally intended to sleep in the bottom bunk and use the top one for guests, I realized there was a need for each to have its own smartphone charging station, so I got two more of the double units, one USB and one bayonet model in a single set.
by Stormy Shafer | Nov 30, 2018 | electrical, Interior remodeling, kitchen, lighting, renovation, travel trailer
Having been out on the road a while now, I’m catching up on the remodel that got me here. After I finished with the 110v AC (alternating current) system, I turned to the 12v DC (direct current) system. This is what you may be familiar with as what you find in your...
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