Mark Polk, Author at RV Travel

New RVers

Buying an RV? Visit an RV show first. Here’s why.

Mark Polk - August 11, 20216

By Mark Polk, RV Education 101 RV shows, like boat shows, are intended to introduce new model year RVs and help disseminate RV-related information to the...

Maintenance & Repair

What types of screws, screwdrivers and driver bits are used in RV construction?

Mark Polk - June 8, 20215

From RV Education 101 Are you confused with all the different fasteners and screw heads used in RV construction? You need to be familiar with these...

Maintenance & Repair

Is your tire pressure gauge accurate? How can you tell?

Mark Polk - June 3, 20219

If I asked you what the most important thing to check prior to an RV trip was, what would you say? There are lots of...

Maintenance & Repair

Prepare early for your RV trips – You’ll be glad you did

Mark Polk - June 1, 20211

By Mark J. Polk, RV Education 101 Prime camping and travel season is here, but is your RV ready to go? Sometimes when we return...

Lifestyles

What you should know about buying a used RV

Mark Polk - May 9, 20215

By Mark Polk, RV Education 101 Are you a first-time RV buyer? Sometimes a used RV can be a great buy. There are many affordable used...

Maintenance & Repair

How to increase the longevity of your tow vehicle

Mark Polk - May 4, 20218

By Mark Polk, RV Education 101 When you spend fifty thousand dollars (or more) of your hard-earned money for a tow vehicle, you don’t intentionally...

Maintenance & Repair

How to replace and reseal RV windows

Mark Polk - April 26, 20213

By Mark Polk, RV Education 101 Part of RV ownership is preventive maintenance. Preventive maintenance consists of cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, adjusting, and servicing your RV....

Maintenance & Repair

Why do my RV batteries only last a year or two?

Mark Polk - April 25, 20217

By Mark Polk, RV Education 101 Why do my RV batteries only last a year or two? What can I do to extend the life of...

Maintenance & Repair

This is the best portable air compressor for your RV

Mark Polk - April 20, 202126

By Mark Polk, RV Education 101 I think most RV owners understand the importance of maintaining proper tire inflation pressure. The problem is, if you...

Maintenance & Repair