Dave Solberg

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.

Oil has been in the ground for millions of years. Why do I need to change it regularly?

Dear Dave, I have always heard that oil should be changed once a year because it will degrade just sitting there. I have also read...

RVIA code requires certified charge controller on units with solar prep

Here's some information for RVers regarding new solar regulations coming soon in the RV industry. As reported by Go Power! | Dometic, starting September 1,...

How can I find a quality mattress for my RV’s ’tilt’ bed?

Dear Dave,  Many Class A motorhomes are now sporting the “tilt mattresses” in the bedroom slide. There is much confusion regarding what mattresses can be...

Is it safe to use Super Glue on my RV?

I spent the past two weeks volunteering for Habitat For Humanity, removing furnishings from a very expensive house that was going to be demolished...

My RV’s decals are faded and cracking. Can I just paint over them?

Dear Dave, The decals on my rig are very faded and cracking. They seem to be sticking to the surface fairly well, just pulling apart....

Can I use a pressure washer to clean off my RV?

Dear Dave, Can I use a pressure washer to clean my RV? It seems a simple garden hose doesn’t get off the grime, and especially...

The many uses for Dawn dish soap for RVers

As most of you know, I have been a fan of Dawn dish soap for many years, although I do believe it might not...

Should reflective RV window material be installed inside or outside?

Dear Dave, Living in Texas, I have always used Reflectix on the inside of my RV windows, but I was wondering: Would Reflectix be more...

Can I replace the water heater drain plug with an easy-to-open ball valve?

Dear Dave, Can you replace the water heater plug with a ball valve? I have a 1998 Jamboree. Are there ball valves available with the...

How can I keep my RV cool in Death Valley this summer?

Dear Dave, We are planning a trip to Death Valley this summer and want to be prepared for the heat. Any suggestions for insulation and...

Are professional-grade tools really worth the money?

Dear Dave, Are the “professional-grade” power tools really worth the money? They sure demand a premium price. —Lance, 2023 GD Imagine Dear Lance, I have used almost...

Is there a difference between RV and residential CO detectors?

I received a few comments from RVtravel.com readers on the recent post on CO detectors that I wanted to share. Question Dave, have you ever researched...