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How much does it cost to replace an RV floor?

Dave Solberg -
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...

Don’t trust the RV presale testing; dealer does nothing

Nanci Dixon -
In this column, we summarize some of your emails and comments regarding RV service centers and repairs (we asked you to submit your stories here)....

How to jack up your motorhome safely

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Does your motorhome need a tire change? Do you need to work on the brakes? There are plenty of maintenance and repair items that...

‘What tire should I buy?’ Find out here

Roger Marble -
"What tire should I buy?" I get this question almost every week. I have hesitated on giving an answer as there are so many...

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

Dave Solberg -
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)...

What kind of TP in your RV?

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Do you need special toilet paper for your RV? Is some better than others? What type should you use, and does it really matter?...

Check those seals around your RV’s compartment door frames

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

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

Dave Solberg -
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,...

5 common RV problems and how to fix them

Video Editor -
By Cheri Sicard In the video below, Jared Gillis from All About RVs covers five common RV problems and how to fix them. I have to...

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

Dave Solberg -
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...

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

Dave Solberg -
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...

It’s roll-out time for your RV awning. Is it ready?

RV Travel -
By Chris Dougherty Chris Dougherty is a certified RV technician. Here is an article he wrote about RV awnings while serving as RVtravel.com's technical editor. With...

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

Dave Solberg -
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...

Learn more about RV refrigerator service and why it’s so important

Dustin Simpson -
RV refrigerators have different maintenance requirements than home refrigerators. Watch my video below where I'll go over why it's so important to keep your...

Does tire pressure change with elevation?

Roger Marble -
What is the science of tire change relating to elevation? Some recent comments about the effect of taking your RV up in the mountains revealed...

Fact or Fiction? Propane gas has no odor (ANSWER)

Dave Helgeson -
Answer: Fact Most every RVer has experienced the rotten egg smell when lighting a propane stove burner in their RV or has heard the...

RVers agree: Mobile techs are the way to go

Nanci Dixon -
In this column, we summarize some of your emails and comments regarding RV service centers and repairs (we asked you to submit your stories here)....

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

Dave Solberg -
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...

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

Dustin Simpson -
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...

How do I keep mice out of my RV?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, What do you use to keep mice out of a camper, especially while storing it outside in the winter? —Kenneth, 2021 Keystone Dear Kenneth, There...

My RV’s water pump is noisy. What can I do?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave,  My RV's water pump was very noisy so I replaced it with a Quiet Pump, with no change. I still have the water...

How to identify your RV roof vent lid hinge style

Dustin Simpson -
Did you know that there are five different RV vent lid styles? The main difference among all of them is how they hinge on...

Do my RV’s slide outs need support if RV is permanently parked?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave,  I have read a lot of reasons why people don’t like jack supports under slide outs. I agree with most of the reasons...

Gray water tank is full, valve is stuck. Now what?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, The gray water lever/pull will not budge and, thus, I am unable to empty the gray water tank. (No problems with the black...

Rust: How to prevent it from damaging your RV

Gail Marsh -
Left unchecked, rust can quickly ruin more than just your RV’s look. You want to do everything you can to prevent rust on your...

Reminder: Check that fridge drip tray before it floods into your RV

Dustin Simpson -
The below question was posted in one of my many Facebook groups. This one was in Grand Design RV - In The RV Shop,...

How much air pressure do my tires really need?

Roger Marble -
"How much air pressure do my tires really need?" Ya, I get this question a few times a month either here on RVtravel.com, or...

‘RV service appointments are when you take RV in, NOT when they will work on it’

Nanci Dixon -
In this column, we summarize some of your emails and comments regarding RV service centers and repairs (we asked you to submit your stories here)....

Are lithium batteries really worth it for RVers? Part 3: I finally answer the question (and comments)!

Dave Solberg -
In the two previous installments of this series (here's part one and part two) I have been accused of either not answering the question, or...

One RV flood prevention mistake I’ve been making

Nanci Dixon -
Yesterday, as I was casually sifting through a mass of emails, I glanced at one from Geico Insurance and almost deleted it. Good thing...

My on-demand water heater is not hot. Did I do something wrong?

Dave Solberg -
Hi Dave, I just brought my RV out of storage, hooked up to city water and ran out the antifreeze. I find the hot water...

Learn all about RV underbelly plumbing leaks

Dustin Simpson -
One of the most frustrating things for an RVer is having to deal with a water leak underneath the RV in the underbelly area!...

How can I find an air leak in RV’s black water system?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave,  I bought a toilet chemical thinking it would smell strong enough to trace any air leaks from the black tank. Today's additives don't...

Why does my RV’s furnace only ignite when I lift the sail switch?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, I have determined that my RV's furnace blower airflow is not sufficient to activate the sail switch. The batteries are new and charged,...

How often should your RV suspension be lubed?

Dustin Simpson -
I wanted to share this as a reminder if you own a towable unit to check and see if you have wet bolts or...

What’s the best RV roof material?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, My wife and I want to trade up to a small (25 feet or under) Class C motorhome. We looked at two, one...

Does liquid weight in tanks factor into GVWR when sitting in a campground?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, I know weight capacities have been addressed, but one question that I have never seen answered in my 36 years of RVing is...

Ways you can prevent RV fender skirt cracks

Dustin Simpson -
Prevent RV fender skirt cracks! Join Terry and me as we replace the fender skirts on this 2020 Grand Design Reflection. I'll show you...

Are expensive lithium batteries really worth it? Part 2

Dave Solberg -
In last week's part one comparing the differences in RV lithium batteries, we covered the type of cell used such as Grade A, Grade...

How heavy is your RV, really, and why does it matter?

Roger Marble -
When buying an RV, owners are exposed to a number of new concerns they probably never faced with their regular passenger car. These include...

Slide barely hanging on by three screws, totally rotted out and owner didn’t know!

Nanci Dixon -
In this column, we summarize some of your emails and comments regarding RV service centers and repairs (we asked you to submit your stories here)....

A dry day—but water’s dripping outside and inside my RV!

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
It’s a bit disconcerting: You've got the RV out for a trip and you notice water dripping. Dripping down the side of the rig....

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

Dustin Simpson -
I want to talk about RV water heater safety and show you reasons why not to bypass the safety items. In the pictures below,...

What is the solution to battery corrosion?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, What is the solution to battery corrosion? Seems if the hold-down brackets were made of something other than metal, it would minimize the...

DIY: Remove and replace rotted flooring in your RV

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Those who love—and preserve—an older RV often find a painful reality in their treasure: soft spots in the flooring. The problem is usually traced...

Why install the Roadmaster Comfort Ride System?

Dustin Simpson -
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...

Shore power goes off, so do interior 12-volts; battery fluid low. What should I do?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, Lost shore power and the interior 12-volts would not work. When the shore power came back on, the 12-volt lights worked. I have...

How long can fresh water be stored in the RV’s tank?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, I was wondering how long I can store water in my 80-gallon fresh water tank. We went on a trip in early March...

My RV’s rubber roof has a few bubbles. Should I be concerned?

Dave Solberg -
Dear Dave, Our RV's roof is by Alpha TPO. We clean it as recommended 4 times a year with Dawn mixed in a bucket of...

Finding a good service department is one of the most important parts of RVing

Gail Marsh -
We all have our “must-have” lists when purchasing a big-ticket item. We use these lists because they help narrow down our choices when, say,...
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