HJ Pizarro

Pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth-wheel, and motorhome RVs are great for socially distanced vacations. Their function as apartments on wheels provides a vacation sanctuary away from crowded airports, bus stations, and cruise ships. Sadly, however, every good recreational vehicle’s life degrades until it is not useful, or it becomes damaged beyond repair. That is where …

There are lots of reasons people want to purchase a travel trailer or fifth-wheel RV. For example, they are looking for a way to vacation in a responsible, socially distanced way. But, just as there are reasons to purchase such an RV, there are also reasons not to get that shiny new travel trailer or …

Dashcams may seem like techy treats for geeks. The reality, however, is that dashcams are proving their worth repeatedly. So much so, that it has reached the point now where some cars come equipped with the devices from the factory. For a good reason, determining the facts about what happened in any given roadway incident is not …

The holidays are commonly a time of spreading cheer . . . or trampling shoppers. But, I digress. One thing that helps get people giddy with excitement for the holidays is decorating their homes and participating in neighborhood activities. However, life in an RV can be a little different during the holidays. So, below are some ways to bring …

Not everybody is familiar with a recreational vehicle. Instead, some people are just RV curious. So, many terms tossed about in brochures and websites may be unfamiliar to them. That is okay. Everybody starts learning somewhere. For example, the terms black water tanks and gray water tanks are often used in connection with RVs. Below …

I recently posted an article about the infamous ten-year RV rule. The article pointed out that there are multiple reasons a campground may institute a policy barring recreational vehicles more than ten years old. But, different things can be done to get around the RV age rule. Problems with the 10-year RV rule At the center of the …

Junkyard Dave is a YouTube channel that follows David Nenno as he rebuilds cars, races cars, and puts together an occasional special project. A few months ago, he started working on building a 2021 Dodge Charger Magnum Widebody Hellcat Wagon.  I had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Nenno about his most recent video. In …

Lift kits are something that are linked in most people’s minds to trucks and SUVs. However, there is a growing safari-everything trend which changes that mindset. In fact, lift kits are being added to just about any vehicle. For example, a Toyota Prius lift kit exists. What is the Safari trend? The safari trend dates …

Aston Martin used to have a program that helped people become acquainted with the manufacturer’s cars in Winter conditions. Specifically, driving instructors would take people for hot laps on a snow-covered course with various Aston Martin models. Sadly, even professional instructors have times they exercise poor judgment. One of those times was the trigger for …

It’s been a year! December 12, 2019 was the date The Grand Tour released its last episode on Amazon Prime. The popular motoring show is hosted by celebrities, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. But, the newest episode of season four is finally coming with the hosting trio in December of this year. What …

There are many campgrounds across the country that allow a person to wheel up in their RV. But, not all campgrounds are the same. Some are pickier than others on who they let in. For example, some campgrounds have a ten-year rule. Not knowing this ahead of time can ruin vacation plans. What is the 10-year rule? The ten-year …

Recreational vehicles are supposed to be for fun getaways. But, an RV can be more dangerous than necessary if something about its production is not built correctly or is prone to failure. So, just like cars, an RV can become the subject of a recall too. That is the case with the NHTSA recalls listed …

The 2020 Ford Raptor was developed with off-road usage in mind. So, the Ford Raptor is a capable off-roader right off the shelf. As such, it has been known as the off-road pickup truck king for several years. New competition to the Raptor is coming soon in the form of the Ram 1500 TRX. Still, …

Sooner or later, everybody gets to the realization that it is time to buy a car. But, is a new car always the answer? Maybe not. Sometimes a used car will fill the need. But, for the adventurous, a project car is the answer. Why? Because the project car maintenance experience pays for itself. You’ll learn every crevice …

Some people love being out on the water but don’t have the financial wherewithal to purchase their own boat. So, they are forced to rely on a friend who has one. But, there is another option that is not often considered, making one’s own boat. Yup, making one’s own personal real floating machine can be made with …

Every second counts for the occupants of an automobile collision. The quicker emergency personnel can reach them and begin treatment, the higher the survivability odds are. So, emergency crews will often test themselves by working on donated or scrap vehicles. They hope the tests will improve their processes and help them gain experience with equipment or …

Many years ago, I worked with a Buy Here Pay Here Lot that did their own repossessions and running back and forth to auctions. I never liked the repossession side of the business. But, running back and forth to auctions was something I enjoyed. However, I learned something very important for someone that takes part …

The Dodge Viper has always been an eye-catching, muscle-bound, brutish supercar. For those reasons, it became an iconic poster car for many. At the heart of the Viper was V10, that delivered power so fast that many professional drivers considered the car borderline unruly. No matter. People loved the limited-production halo car from Dodge. But …

I’ll keep this short and sweet. There is no NASCAR race this Sunday. The NASCAR season is over. It ended last week. But, the Championship Postseason Awards Show is coming on November 18th. So, let’s discuss a quick recap of what has to be the most bizarre racing season in decades that has led us …

Nothing can disrupt a nice experience with the family like a mouse in the RV. Rodents disrupt the peace and can damage an RV, or any vehicle for that matter. So, what are some good ways to keep mice from infiltrating the home away from home? Mice like holes in an RV Remember, not only do the elements wear …