If you’ve ever had a slide out get stuck, you know the frustration and stress of being unable to drive your rig because the RV slide-out won’t retract. The best way to avoid that situation is to learn how to manually retract an RV slide room that’s stuck before you find yourself in that situation. …
Maintenance & Repairs
“How do I find an RV wash near me?” is a question we’ve heard many times over the two decades we’ve been on the road. After all, if there’s one thing we’re known for, it’s keeping our rig clean! We’ve got a 43′ diesel pusher, so we understand that washing a big rig is a …
Batteries are a critical part of any RV. Your RV battery gives you the power you need to operate a variety of features, including appliances, devices, and lights. If you have a motorized RV, you also need a battery to start and drive your rig. But there are several different types of RV batteries, and …
The Dicor RV roof sealant that surrounds the various items on your RV roof is one of the most important maintenance items on your RV. Dicor self-leveling lap sealant is ubiquitous in the RV industry, sealing roofs on everything from pop-up trailers to diesel pusher motorhomes and everything in between. As we’ve noted in our …
When your RV holding tanks are nearly full, the most prominent thought in your mind becomes, “Where’s there an RV dump station near me?” If you’re camping at a campground or RV park with a dump station, or you’re connected to the sewer at your full hook-up campsite, then you’ve got nothing to worry about. …
We’ve been on the road living and working in our motorhome for over 20 years, so we know that having hot water any time we need it is a real luxury. But it’s one we’d rather not ever have to do without. That’s why we’ve created this guide to the RV water heater. The more …
Is your RV (or home) carbon monoxide detector beeping? This post is all about why it’s beeping, what to do about it, and what not to do… ever! A carbon monoxide detector’s chirping sound in the middle of the night may seem annoying when it’s occurring, but it’s a small price to pay for the …
Gray water is gross! And surprisingly, it can stink as much as black water! But, what exactly IS gray water in an RV and…what’s that SMELL?!!! When a fellow RVer has an issue with a bad smell in their RV, it’s common to find them checking out their black tank or their RV toilet. Makes …
If you have a tire blowout, your natural tendency might be to hit the brakes and try to pull off the road. But, in fact, that’s the most dangerous course of action you could take. Today we’re covering a super important safety topic: what to do — and what NOT to do — in the …
If your RV has a rubber roof and you’re not already using a high-quality RV rubber roof protectant, this post is for you. In fact, if you’ve got an RV at all, regardless of the type of roof it has, the general idea behind today’s post (roof maintenance) is for you as well. Here’s why: …
If your RV bed lifts to reveal additional storage space, you’ve got a great feature that can help to store an amazing amount of your travel gear out of the way. But if it’s hard to raise or lower the bed on your own to retrieve those stored items, an affordable RV bed lift kit …
We’ve covered RV water heaters from a few different angles here on the blog before. But today we’re talking specifically about the water heater pressure relief valve. It may seem unimportant — a thing you flip when you’re draining your water heater for annual maintenance or winterization. But that little valve is actually an important …
If you carry a spare tire on your rig, you need an RV spare tire cover. Boring? Maybe. Then again… maybe not! Today we’re looking into why it’s important to have a cover for your RV’s spare tire. And while we’re at it, we’ll also take a look at how your RV’s spare tire cover …
What’s a PEX crimp tool (also called a crimping tool) and why are we writing about it? We used to think that repairing PEX plumbing would be difficult, so we basically shied away from taking on projects that involved working with PEX. But, it turns out it’s not hard to do at all. With the …
It’s that time of year… temperatures have dropped and many people have their RVs stored until spring. But are they adequately protected? That’s where RV antifreeze comes in! Lots of people blow out their plumbing lines with an air compressor (in fact, we’ve done it ourselves), but that doesn’t mean you don’t need antifreeze. There are …
No matter where owners of motorhomes may roam, our generators are incredibly handy for running appliances like air conditioners, microwaves, heaters, and more. Even if you have a large solar and battery installation as we do… trees, clouds, and night happen. But if your RV generator starts acting up, it’s time for some motorhome generator …
If your RV has a “rubber” roof, it’s important to remember that the surface isn’t impervious to damage. Cleaning it properly includes knowing which are the best RV rubber roof cleaners to use for the task. It’s also important to be cautious when cleaning your RV roof to avoid tearing the material, which could lead …
A Shurflo water pump is among one of the most commonly found pumps on new RVs and campers. They’re also popular as replacements for pumps that leak or no longer function properly, and the replacement makes a good DIY project. There are a variety of RV water pump brands on the market, several of them …
Most RVers plan to travel in sunny weather or to sunny weather. And most RVs are outdoors most or all of the time. That’s why it’s so important to know how to protect RVs from sun damage. So many parts of an RV need protection from the sun’s UV rays that we decided to devote …
Why a post on RV vacuuming tips? Because RVs can collect dust, dirt, sand, and other unwanted debris very easily. You’re camping, after all, and stuff gets tracked in. But an RV is also a small living space, and small spaces need to be kept as free of dirt, dust, and other types of debris …
Today’s post is all about super single tires — one large tire that does the job of two — and the pros and cons of opting for this setup. We’re all familiar with dual tires on the rear axle of trucks, buses, and larger motorhomes. You’ve probably heard of a “dually” pickup truck, which gets …
We recently published a post on RV bunk mattresses (specifically made for RV bunk beds), and soon noticed that there seems to be a lot of confusion out there about RV mattress sizes in general. So, we thought we’d put together a post to address the most common questions in hopes of clarifying things a …
Bubbles, waves, and blisters… If you’ve ever seen them on the sides of an RV’s wall, you’ve witnessed RV delamination. RV delamination is BAD. It’s one of the most important things to avoid when shopping for a used rig. It’s also a crucial issue to tend to immediately if you find signs of RV delamination …
Have you ever had to unclog an RV black tank? Not sure how to go about it? Today’s post will have you well-prepared to handle what can become one of the grossest messes an RVer could face (especially if the tank is full). 🧻😫🤢🙈 We’ll even let you know how to avoid black tank clogs …
Our motorhome came with one of the most common types of RV window coverings: pleated day/night shades. Anyone else who has them will likely agree with us that they kinda suck (poor design, generally cheap, and all-too-frequent re-stringing required). We’ve talked about RV replacement blinds for years, but we just hadn’t gotten around to making …
As we write this in late fall, many RVers are thinking about winterizing their RVs. Depending on where you live, the question “How long does it take for water to freeze in RV pipes?” becomes more important to answer with every passing day. As the temperature drops everywhere, we think it’s a good time to …
Air in water lines is not an uncommon problem, but if the plumbing system in your RV has this issue, you’ll want to fix it as soon as possible. While air pockets in water lines don’t present a particularly urgent issue, an RV that has air in the water pipes is a nuisance and could …
RV tires are such a critical safety topic that we talk about them a lot. You may have read our recent post entitled Why Do RV Tires Blow Out? What Can I Do to Prevent It? Most of us are aware that the loss of steering control that can occur after a front tire blowout can …
Whether you’ve got a motorhome, travel trailer, or 5th wheel, it’s extremely important to understand how to minimize the possibility of a tire blowout and what to do if one should occur. But, why do RV tires blow out? Tire blowouts are more common on RVs than you may think, and there are a number …
Is your RV water heater leaking? If so, you’ve got an issue that could ruin your camping trip. In today’s post, we’ll troubleshoot the main reasons for a leaking electric/gas water heater and what you can do to fix the problem. When you’ve got a leak anywhere in an RV, there’s no time to waste …