Dave Solberg

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Dave Solberg is a leading expert in the RV industry and author of the “RV Handbook” as well as the Managing Editor of the RV Repair Club. He has been in the RV Industry since 1983 and conducts over 15 seminars at RV shows throughout the country.

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The cargo carrying capacity of my Class C is only 630 lbs.! Can I tow a trailer?

Dave Solberg - June 4, 20238

Dear Dave, Please excuse my newbie question, but I haven't seen this addressed anywhere yet. I recently learned, after our first-ever RV purchase last year,...

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My RV’s water pump runs constantly for no apparent reason. How do I fix it?

Dave Solberg - June 1, 20234

Dear Dave, OK, Dave, I’m stumped! Despite having continual strong water pressure using my fresh water tank, my RV's water pump refuses to shut off....

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My RV’s window leaks. Can I fix it with silicone?

Dave Solberg - May 31, 20233

Dear Dave, My RV's window is leaking rain water. Can I fix it with silicone? The gasket is not that old. I bought the RV...

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Another towed car detaches from motorhome. Plus, follow-up on braking systems

Dave Solberg - May 30, 20239

Dear Dave, My car broke away from my motorhome in Alaska, and I have an auxiliary brake. The only problem is that the breakaway cable...

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My RV’s refrigerator works fine until 9 a.m. then inside temp spikes. Why?

Dave Solberg - May 29, 20237

Dear Dave, Another refrigerator question. I have a Norcold 2118 fridge that gives me fits. My rig is level and currently stationary, hooked up to...

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How much does it cost to replace an RV floor?

Dave Solberg - May 28, 20235

Dear Dave, I live in my RV full-time, and my floors are becoming soft in certain areas. What is the cost to replace an RV...

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Can I connect my “solar batteries” to use for the RV’s house battery?

Dave Solberg - May 25, 20235

Dear Dave, Instead of replacing the house battery under the hood, can I run a cable from my 600-watt solar system batteries (2 x 100ah)...

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Campground water has a sulfur smell. What can I do?

Dave Solberg - May 24, 20237

Dear Dave, What is the best thing to use for the sulfur in the water at campgrounds? I am at the KOA at Sam's Town,...

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Warning: Welded hitch broke loose and “toad” took off! Preventable?

Dave Solberg - May 23, 202321

Dear Dave, Recently our receiver completely broke off from our Class C Fleetwood Jamboree GT. Our motorhome is well-maintained and in excellent condition, but it...

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RV roof A/C peels decals off, is common problem for RVers, has easy fix

Dave Solberg - May 22, 20230

Dear Dave, Can I add a gutter system to direct condensation from my A/C unit? Currently, the water runs down the front of my roof...

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My RV’s water pump “cycles” when not in use; dealer says this is normal. Really?

Dave Solberg - May 21, 20237

Dear Dave, My RV's water pump will kick on for about two seconds once or twice a day when no water is being used. The...

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Why does my RV’s electric awning retract only intermittently?

Dave Solberg - May 18, 20233

Dear Dave, When I try to roll up the awning at the side of the coach, it rolls about half-way and then stops. It...

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