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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.
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Is a battery tender necessary when RV is not being used?

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Dear Dave, Should I put battery tenders on my RV batteries when i am not using it? —Roger, 2024 Thor motorhome Dear Roger, Battery care during storage depends...
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Why does RV furnace light on second attempt but not first?

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Dear Dave, I have a Suburban SF30 furnace in my 2007 Allegro Bus. When I turn it on in the morning, the fan starts but...
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OK to leave RV water heater on when plugged into 120-volt power?

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Dear Dave,  We live in our motorhome full time. Do we need to turn off the gas/electric water heater when we’re not using it if...
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RV engine battery goes dead periodically. What is best booster?

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Hi Dave, I'm looking for a portable battery jump starter to keep in the motorhome. I occasionally have a dead chassis battery when I leave,...
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What is ‘burping’ an RV? Do I need to do this?

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Dear Dave,  I have been told by a few of my European friends that I should "burp" my RV occasionally. What is burping and is...
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Is it better to use nitrogen in my tires?

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I recently returned from conducting seminars for the Ford Towing Bootcamp at the Florida RV SuperShow. Once again, nitrogen-filled tires were a hot topic...
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No hot water pressure in back shower; cold is fine. Water heater too far away?

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Dave, We have a 2022 Grand Design 380FL. It is our home. Taking a shower in the good-sized shower is a real downer. All the...
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My RV battery terminals are corroded. Should I use grease to protect them?

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Dear Dave, I am confused. My lead acid battery terminals have corrosion. So, I had read that I should clean and put dielectric grease on...
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Will a 200W solar panel keep a 230Ah lithium battery charged?

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Dear Dave, We have a lithium 230Ah lithium battery and are looking to purchase a portable solar panel to keep it charged. This solar panel...
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My trailer hitch does not release easily. Can I use grease to lubricate it?

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Dear Dave, The latch of my trailer coupler seems to stick and does not release easily. Should I apply grease to the ball to lubricate...
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How to clean the electrical connection from trailer to tow vehicle

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Dear Dave, The electrical cord from my travel trailer that plugs into the truck seems to be discolored and looks corroded. What do you recommend...
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How do I winterize RV’s lithium batteries?

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Dear Dave, I'm new to a solar camper. No one knew exactly what to do to winterize our camper's two lithium iron solar batteries. I...
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