BT RV Innovations

10/27/2021

02/11/2020

Thank you to everyone who "likes" my BT RV Innovations page. I just reached 300 LIKES!!!! I haven't posted anything for awhile. Running New Horizons RV Corp. has become very demanding. I'm considering discontinuing the Sewer Hose business. I still have some inventory to use up so if you've been considering ordering a Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment it might be a good time place an order while I still have material in stock to build them. Thank you to all who support me. I appreciate you!!!!
Bryan

05/31/2019

Hey... Summer is here! Don't forget to order your Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment that you have been wanting but putting off. Click below

04/29/2019

I have had a couple of requests for Pivot-EZ "Tube Extensions". This would be an extension that screws on to the threaded coupler and extends the 5" tube. (having another male threaded coupler for the cap to screw on to)

The benefit would be to store a longer hose, or a Rhino-FLEX hose and perhaps even a hose extension. I would probably offer these in 1' increments.

It looks as if a 24" extension would be in the $50 range. give or take. Before ordering in the necessary parts, I'm just seeing if there would be an interest.

Thanks
Bryan

02/18/2019

Winter can't hang on much longer. If you're like me, you must be thinking about getting that 5th wheel out and making all those tweaks that you left for Spring when you put it away. Don't spend another season "WISHING" for a better solution to managing your sewer dumping. Order your new Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment today. This is simply the best sewer management available for 5th wheels and travel trailers

06/22/2018

How To Find A Remote (And Free!) Boondocking Location Using Google Maps

This is a great article by Janessa Miller

If you can run your RV on solar power or batteries—or you’re just willing to rough it for a few days in the backwoods—there’s no reason not to spend your precious camping time in the middle of nature.

Even the best campgrounds are usually full of other people and, naturally, many charge a pretty penny for their services. But is it really necessary to pay for cable and WiFi when the entire reason you went camping was to disconnect and get into nature?

If these thoughts have ever crossed your mind it may be time to try boondocking.

To read more, click below...

This is a great article by Janessa Miller If you can run your RV on solar power or batteries—or you’re just willing to rough it for a few days in the backwoods—there’s no reason not to spend your precious camping time in the middle of nature. Even the best campgrounds are usually full of oth...

06/11/2018

ARE YOU DRINKING CONTAMINATED CAMPGROUND WATER?
I recently came across this article on the "Do It Yourself RV" newsletter and found it interesting and informative.

You wouldn’t take a sip out of your RV sewer hose, but connecting to some campground water supply lines could be just as disgusting and dangerous to your health.

Recent news headlines show that contaminated campground water is an ongoing problem around North America. Unfortunately you can’t smell it or taste one of the most frequent contaminants, E-coli bacteria. Campers lacking RV water filtration systems are playing Russian Roulette each time they connect to a water supply.

To read more, click below
https://btrvinnovations.com/blogs/rv-service-tips/are-you-drinking-contaminated-campground-water

I recently came across this article on the "Do It Yourself RV" newsletter and found it interesting and informative. You wouldn’t take a sip out of your RV sewer hose, but connecting to some campground water supply lines could be just as disgusting and dangerous to your health. Recent news headline...

05/18/2018

WHAT IT IS LIKE TO LIVE AND WORK IN A NATIONAL PARK

This is an interesting article from an RV newsletter I receive. It answers many questions that RVers have about life on the road and in National Parks.

Ever wonder what it would be like to live in your favorite national park? Here we lay out all the perks of this amazing life-changing opportunity.
Do you love national parks? Ever wish you could live in one? Well, you can! There are thousands of people who work and live in a national park and we can tell you from speaking with those who have that it is an amazing opportunity. Click below to learn more about all of the perks.
https://btrvinnovations.com/blogs/news

05/01/2018

RV TIPS & TRICKS:

With travel season well underway, I thought it might be an opportune time for all of us to remember this overnight parking reminder.

WALMART OVERNIGHT PARKING ETIQUETTE
Some of the most respected RV consumer clubs have joined together to support your right to park on private businesses’ parking lots overnight under the following code of conduct. The code pertains to establishments that permit “dry camping” on their lots. Dry camping means camping without the use of external hookups for electricity, water supply or waste disposal.

To read a nice list of the Industry-Sanctioned Code of Conduct
(RVers’ Good Neighbor Policy) Click below
https://btrvinnovations.com/blogs/rv-service-tips/rv-tips-tricks-walmart-overnight-parking-etiquette

Planning a long trip with several overnight stops along the way? Take a moment to read this: Industry-Sanctioned Code of Conduct(RVers’ Good Neighbor Policy)

03/30/2018

I receive many "Customer Reviews" on the Pivot-EZ Sewer Compartment System. Pivot-EZ just might be the only product on the market that has 100% 5-STAR REVIEWS!

Camping season is upon us. You know you've been wanting an easier, more sanitary way to dump your tanks.... What are you waiting for?

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Love our Pivot EZ (Tom C)

Our last 3 Excel 5th wheels have had this option. We have been full time RVing for almost 12 years and we love it. No stinky, slinky sewer hoses in the basement! Also makes for great conversations in RV parks. Nice. Thanks. rockin'



Makes the RV Life a Little Easier (Jim T)
We have had our Pivot-EZ for four full seasons now and it makes a nasty job a little easier. The hose is always ready for use. Just take off the end cap and stretch it out to the dump. Since the hose stores in the PVC tube any nasty stuff that may be remaining stays outside the rv.

To read more 5-STAR CUSTOMER REVIEWS click below

Below are many of the "Customer Reviews" I receive on the Pivot-EZ Sewer Compartment System. Pivot-EZ just might be the only product on the market that has 100% 5-STAR REVIEWS! Camping season is upon us. You know you've been wanting an easier, more sanitary way to dump your tanks.... What are you wa...

11/08/2017

RV Tips & Tricks - 10 THINGS TO LEAVE BEHIND!

RV Tips & Tricks -
10 THINGS TO LEAVE BEHIND...
One of my favorite sources for information is the KOA website. I enjoy reading and sharing things I've learned along the way. The following article was written by Brent Peterson... Enjoy!

10 THINGS TO LEAVE BEHIND...

There are certain things that absolutely “must” come along on any RV trip. The spouse and kids, ingredients for S’mores, and baby’s kiddie movie du jour (this is, of course, non-negotiable). And that’s just a start, to be sure. However, equal reflection must also be given to what not to bring, namely those items that only contribute by taking up space, adding unnecessary weight, and, well, just lack any real compelling reason to lug them around the countryside. The following is a list of some of the most common onboard RV albatrosses that travelers should cut loose from their packing list. To read these 10 tips, click on the link below...

10/03/2017

Top 5 Mistakes RV Owners Make & How to Avoid Them

We've all done it! You know... the bone-headed things we make fun of other for doing.

I found this video online from Mark Polk. I think we can all relate to these top 5 mistakes RVers make. Mark gives us tips on how to avoid them.

Enjoy!

In this RV how to video host Mark Polk, with RV Education 101, offers his top five list of mistakes RV owners make, and how to avoid them. The list includes ...

09/28/2017

Rollin' On TV

This is an interesting lesson on RV electrical distribution produced by our friends at Rollin' On TV. It simplifies RV electricity for us RV dummies. Enjoy!

Mark Polk of RV Education 101 explains why living with 30amps in your RV can be challenging.

08/30/2017

Tonight I became my own customer! My black water dump valve has a slow nasty drip. So tonight I added a Twist-On 3" Sewer Gate Valve. Problem solved... Inexpensively!!!

If you're having the same issue, don't tear your underbelly apart getting to your leaking gate valve. Add this twist-on valve and you're done. These valves are available in my store. Click below.
https://btrvinnovations.com/collections/parts-accessories/products/twist-on-rv-waste-valve

08/24/2017

RV Service Tips

Class A Motorhome vs Fifth Wheel Consideration

I found this great article and thought I would share it with you. It's from "Your RV Lifestyle"



Class A Motorhome versus Fifth Wheel Considerations:

Class A motorhomes usually offer more convenience and comfort going down the road – large captain’s chairs look out over great views through an expansive front windshield. You have easy access to kitchen, living and bathroom facilities while going down the road or for quick roadside stops.

Class A motorhomes usually mean you need to tow a car to do errands and sightsee – so now you have two engines/transmissions to maintain. With a fifth wheel and truck, you may avoid some vehicle maintenance expenses. And then there is the subject of gas mileage. Yes, the motorhome will use a lot of fuel. But so will a big truck. Compare potential MPG for the long trips to take the RV from point A to point B.

To read more, click below
https://btrvinnovations.com/blogs/rv-service-tips

I found this great article and thought I would share it with you. It's from "Your RV Lifestyle" Class A Motorhome versus Fifth Wheel Considerations: Class A motorhomes usually offer more convenience and comfort going down the road – large captain’s chairs look out over great views through an expansi...

07/20/2017

Now you can enjoy the convenience dumping your holding tanks the sanitary and "EZ" way with the Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment. Installed on thousands of trailers with a 5 star satisfaction rating! Regularly $189 on sale for $169. For a limited time. Go to btrvinnovations.com and order yours today!

06/06/2017

In case you've been considering a Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment, we now have a section our our website for frequently asked questions (FAQ's).

If you have any questions your feel would beneficial for me to answer in the FAQ section, please post them and I will list them on the page.

Check out my new FAQ page by clicking below:
https://btrvinnovations.com/pages/faq

05/05/2017

Order your Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment and receive a FREE $20.00 Visa Gift Card. Offer good through Sunday, May 7.

Now, making your RV sewer dumping chores EZ-er, just got cheaper!

And, hey guys... You can have your RV "toys" and give your beautiful wife the $20 Visa Gift Card for MOTHER'S DAY! :)

For details and models click below!

HURRY... OFFER ENDS SUNDAY, MAY 7
www.btrvinnovations.com

04/19/2017

RV Service Tips

RV TRICKS & SERVICE TIPS
THE COST OF FULL TIME RV'ing

One of the most common questions asked by people looking to full-time RV is “how much does it take?”. The simple answer is “whatever you have” and honestly, that’s quite accurate. There are people who full-time on $1K/mo and those who full-time on $5K/mo and then there are those who work along the way, either volunteering at campgrounds or picking up workamping jobs to close the gap.

If you live off your investments you have to be flexible in how you spend your money and the beauty of full-timing is that you can be exactly that. The key is to manage your variable costs to whatever you have available, and as long as you’re willing to do that, the sky’s the limit. The biggest portion of your variable budget is camping fees, gas, groceries and miscellaneous buys and managing those costs gives you the ability to stay flexible on the road. Click below for a look at your budget on a monthly basis:

03/29/2017

April 7 is our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY for BT RV Innovations. In honor of this accomplishment, we are offering a FREE "Clear-Vue" feature on all Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartments purchased through April 9.

To get your free Clear-Vue" upgrade, type "anniversary" in the discount box during check-out. Order any Pivot-EZ system and be sure to ADD the "Clear-Vue" option

This $20 value is yours for helping us sell over 100 Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Systems this year. We take the messiest job in RV'ing and make it easy!

If you are already enjoying the convenience of the Pivot-EZ, be sure to let your camping buddy know we're celebrating our anniversary with a sale!!!!

Click below to order: https://btrvinnovations.com/collections/pivot-ez-systems

03/03/2017

Tips For Avoiding Costly Mistakes When Becoming A Fulltime RVer

RV TIPS & SERVICE TRICKS

TIPS FOR AVOIDING COSTLY MISTAKES WHEN BECOMING A FULLTIME RVer

I ran across this article and thought it has some great information for you who are considering becoming “Full-timers”. Keep in mind, these insights are those of the author and certainly don’t apply to everyone. The author’s name is “Curtis”. I’m sorry, I couldn’t find his last name in order to award him proper credit for this fine article. Enjoy
~Bryan
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My wife and I made the decision to hit the road as full time RVers with little more preparation than a few years worth of subscriptions to Trailer Life magazine.
We sold the house, the car, and a lot of junk. Then, we packed the rest into a small motorhome and thought we were ready.
Well, we made some mistakes along the way. Hopefully the following tips will help you avoid some of the pitfalls that we fell victim to during our first year of fulltime RVing — some of which can break the bank!
Click Below to read more...

I ran across this article and thought it has some great information for you who are considering becoming “Full-timers”. Keep in mind, these insights are those of the author and certainly don’t apply to everyone. The author’s name is “Curtis”. I’m sorry, I couldn’t find his last name in order to a...

01/27/2017

Just got a new shipment in. Order yours today! I didn't realize how popular this "Twist-On" gate valve would be...

Do you hate taking the lid off your Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment, only to find that your sewer valves have been leaking and filled your compartment with sludge? This "Twist-On" gate valve will fit between your 5th wheel and Pivot-EZ flex hose with no modification.

Attaches in minutes... Order your "twist-on" gate valve today by clicking the link below from BTRVInnovations.com

12/30/2016

BT RV Innovations

Now offering an inexpensive solution to those leaking sewer gate valves.

Do you hate taking the lid off your Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment, only to find that your sewer valves have been leaking and filled your compartment with sludge? This "Twist-On" gate valve will fit between your 5th wheel and Pivot-EZ flex hose with no modification.

Attaches in minutes... Order your "twist-on" gate valve today by clicking the link below from BTRVInnovations.com

11/27/2016

Pivot-EZ Systems

ONE DAY ONLY SALE!!! Get your Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment for the lowest price ever offered. You can get the complete kit for only $119. That's $70 off the regular price!! This offer good for Cyber Monday ONLY!!! Go to btrvinnovations.com and during check-out, type "cybermonday" into the discount box.

This is the lowest price the Pivot-EZ System will ever be offered. Available on Cyber Monday only. Order today!!!!

11/04/2016

RV Service Tips

Snowbird Tips You NEED To Know

Are you a snowbird traveling south for the winter? Tips, advice and information for snowbird retirees who plan to travel to warmer destinations during the winter months. For those that do not know what a snowbird is, it is commonly defined as a northerner who moves to a warmer southern state in the winter. This topic is particularly interesting to me. My partner at Excel, Vaughn Peterson and his wife Duana spent nearly 30 years making the trek from Kansas to South Texas for the winter. They echoed many of tips you're going to...

10/20/2016

This "Clear-VUE" feature for your Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment has your name on it.

NO MORE GUESSING WHEN YOUR TANKS ARE EMPTY AND CLEAR...

Right now would be a great time to order yours while you're getting your unit ready for Spring camping!!

Order yours today! You'll be glad you did. Click Below.
https://btrvinnovations.com/collections/parts-accessories/products/clear-vue-tube-w-termination-adapters

10/16/2016

Pivot-EZ Systems

Hurry! SPECIAL OFFER FOR FREE CLEAR-VUE FEATURE ENDS TOMORROW!!

10/12/2016

Pivot-EZ Systems

FREE CLEAR-VUE FEATURE when you order any Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment. Get this $20 value on the finest RV sewer management system available. The ONLY 5 Star rated sewer management system on the market today... Fits most 5th wheels and travel trailers. Installs in less than 1 hour.

Click on the link below and type "freecv" into the discount box during check-out. Offer good through Sunday, October 16, 2016. Get your Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment with FREE Clear-Vue Feature today...

10/04/2016

SALE$$ Clear-VUE adaptor for your Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment. Now through Friday receive FREE SHIPPING!! Just type "shipfree" in the discount box during checkout at btrvinnovations.com. This is the biggest sale yet! If you've been thinking about adding the Clear-VUE to your Pivot-EZ NOW is the time!!! Offer good through Friday only!!!

09/28/2016

RV TIPS & TRICKS

HOW TO EXTEND YOUR BATTERY LIFE

Your RV lead-Acid battery is a consumable item. No matter how well you care for it, if you use it as intended, sooner or later it will need to be replaced. The difference between replacing it sooner or later is understanding the charge cycle.
Lets start with an understanding that a battery doesn’t make electricity it stores it. When the electricity is used the battery must be recharged. A battery “cycle” is one discharge and recharge.
Battery life is directly related to how deep the battery is cycled each time. A deep cycle is considered to be discharging the battery from 100% to 20%, and then charging back up to 100%. However, a battery that is never discharged below 50% each cycle will last about twice as long as one that was deep cycled each time. Conversely, discharging the battery to 0% or 10.5 volts will greatly decrease the lifespan of the battery.
The accompanying chart lists voltages as related to percent of discharge when the battery is under light load. The chart indicates 50% is the lowest a battery should be discharged for battery longevity however a few experts say 40% is okay.
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https://btrvinnovations.com/blogs/rv-service-tips

09/06/2016

According to a recent camping poll, RVers would rather spend less time tending to their sewer dumping needs than more time.

The Pivot-EZ Sewer Hose Compartment takes the messiest job in RVing and makes it easy.... and sanitary.

Order your Pivot-EZ assembly today and get $20 off MSRP!
www.btrvinnovations.com

08/25/2016

RV Service Tips

Manage Your Electricity!

RV Battery Voltage Monitor Helps Extend RV Battery Life

A lot of modern RVs are equipped with an RV battery voltage monitor. However, most older and many new RVs are not.
If your RV is one that doesn’t have an RV battery voltage monitor, you can add a simple volt meter that plugs into a 12v power socket for less that $10. These little volt meters don’t have all the bells and whistle features of the fancy installed monitors but, frankly, voltage tells you pretty much what you need to know about your batteries.
When plugged into power your RV’s converter works to keep your batteries charged. During charging you should expect so see around 14.3 volts. Once the batteries are charged the converter will reduce the voltage to around 13 volts.
When relying on your batteries for power it is important not to let the voltage drop below 12 volts.

Monitoring your RV battery’s state of charge is an important part of RV battery care & use maintenance. if you want to extend your RV battery life as long as possible, it is important to keep them fully charged whenever possible and recharge them as soon as possible when they have been discharged.

Click Below to Read More...

08/17/2016

RV Service Tips

HOW TO CHECK YOUR RV TIRES AGE...

Many RVers think of the tires on our RVs the same way we think about the tires on our vehicles. Most of us give our tires a quick once over. Checking the tread wear, inflating them to proper PSI and inspecting them for defects. If these things check out, we’re good to go right?

But one often overlooked check is the tires age. An RVs tire may look perfectly fine with lots of tread left but if older has the potential to be rotted out from the inside, as well as sun checked on the sidewalls.

In that condition, a blowout tends to be more catastrophic usually causing damage to the RV wheel well area as the main tread area peels away from the tire body and flaps around violently until the rig can be safely pulled over. If plumbing or electrical wiring is nearby the damage can get very expensive and leave you waiting for repairs when you should be enjoying the trip.
To determine your tires AGE, click below...

08/14/2016

I'm Jessica. Bryan (BT) is my dad. Yesterday we accomplished a goal he had set awhile back - and I'm a little lost for words as far as describing the feeling we got when 3 generations climbed Pikes Peak - my dad (BT) turns 60 this month, my son Chayston just turned 8, and then myself. We weren't totally prepared - we would definitely do some things differently if we could - but the bottom line is that we set out on an adventure up Crags Trail (a Class 2 moderate hike) and made it to the summit of Pikes Peak yesterday! So proud of my dad for setting this goal and accomplishing it - even when it was a complete and total struggle at times (to say the least), and I cannot even begin to describe how proud I am of Chayston - that kid was amazing!