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Dustin Simpson

Dustin Simpson
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https://calrvspecialists.com/
With more than 25 years in the RV industry, Dustin Simpson has done it all—technician, manager, instructor, business owner, and expert witness. He owns California RV Specialists in Lodi, an independent repair shop known since 2003 for unbiased diagnostics, failure analysis, preventive maintenance, and structural repairs across all major RV brands. Dustin has inspected thousands of RVs, consulted with manufacturers on recalls and engineering improvements, and testified in RV-related legal cases nationwide. He’s also a dedicated educator, sharing advice through Facebook RV communities, his YouTube channel, and his contributions to RVTravel.com.
Maintenance & Repair

Check those seals around your RV’s compartment door frames

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Today, we are looking at a 2016 Forest River Stealth that has a dry rotten floor from a leaking RV compartment door frame. It...
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Maintenance & Repair

Make sure to inspect your fifth wheel pin box and undernose area

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In this video, I'm sharing how to inspect a fifth wheel pin box and undernose area. Maintenance is KING with keeping your RV in...
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Maintenance & Repair

Your RV’s water heater can catch fire if not maintained

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I want to talk about RV water heater safety and show you reasons why not to bypass the safety items. In the pictures below,...
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Maintenance & Repair

Why install the Roadmaster Comfort Ride System?

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The Roadmaster's Comfort Ride Slipper Spring system is designed to be used with the Comfort Ride Shock Absorber system. When the systems are used...
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Maintenance & Repair

We bought an RV with delamination. How much will it cost to fix it?

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Recently, our RV repair shop received the below e-mail from Lauren, wanting to know how, and how much, it will cost to fix the...
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Gear & Gadgets

Using the Andersen Trailer Jack Blocks

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California RV Specialists offers sales of all the Andersen 5th wheel and RV stabilization products. Using the trailer jack block under your jack(s) means...
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Maintenance & Repair

Prepping your RV roof for resealing

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If you find yourself wondering, "How do I clean and prep the RV roof sealants and surface before resealing with Alpha or Dicor self-leveling...
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Maintenance & Repair

Prevent buyer’s remorse: The importance of getting an RV buyer inspection

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A Facebook group member recently shared their buyer's remorse. They shared their experience purchasing a brand-new trailer in November 2022. Approximately 6-7 weeks later,...
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Gear & Gadgets

All about blow out adapters: DIY, winterizing and much more

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Every Wednesday we meet for a livestream called Talkin’ RV Tech. We not only answer technical questions, but we also share what we like...
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Maintenance & Repair

Important RV roof side seam maintenance

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Now that winter is in full swing, it's more important than ever to ensure your RV is watertight. I often see that side seams...
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Maintenance & Repair

Can I stow my Roadmaster Nighthawk tow bars in a different order?

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Recently, our RV repair shop received the below email from Jerry regarding his Roadmaster Nighthawk tow bars: I am looking at getting a Nighthawk tow...
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Lifestyles

2022 Favorite moments from the California RV Specialists crew

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This past year seemed to go by at lightning speed. I've been asked to share my favorite moment of 2022, but the truth is,...
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