Tag: Chassis
Don’t forget to take care of your RV’s frame
By Chris Dougherty
CERTIFIED RV TECHNICIAN
As advanced as today’s RVs are, one thing that seems to be overlooked by many manufacturers is the finish of...
Alternatives to hitch ball grease
By Russ and Tiña De Maris
A new hitch ball is often bright, shiny and chromed. But many RVers have been much dismayed, on lifting...
Thumbs down: Loose bolts under the slideout
We received this letter from an RVtravel.com reader. There are two sides to every story, so always keep that in mind. After reading this,...
Use the right lubricants to keep your RV working right and quietly
By Greg Illes
It's truly surprising how many different ways modern technology has provided to lubricate moving parts. When I was a kid, the choices...
Check your fuel tank plumbing to ensure a fast, easy fill
By Greg Illes
For years I struggled with my fuel filling speed. Sometimes, gas would flow into the tank without complaint. Other times, I couldn't...
Avoid tow bar tragedy
By Russ and Tiña De Maris
Imagine looking in the rearview mirror and seeing traffic behind you scattering in every direction – trying to avoid...
Keep your hitch ball covered — DIY RV project
By John Cook with Russ and Tiña De Maris
After walking into the hitch ball on my tow rig while wearing my "dress" blue jeans,...
A power inverter can save you on hookups
By Chuck Woodbury
A small power inverter like the one pictured can provide some household power needs without the use of a generator or a...
RV skid rollers bring up the rear
By Jim Twamley
Sometimes RVing can be a drag, especially when you have a long trailer. Skid wheels were designed to prevent trailer drag when...
Can WD-40 really do all that?
By Greg Illes
The "WD" in WD-40 stands for "water displacement," and it was reportedly the 40th blend that finally made it to production. Since...
RV weight limits can sneak up on you
By Greg Illes
I've learned to always drive my RV within its specified weight limits. How I learned this is a long and somewhat sordid...
Keep your powder dry — and your landing gear greased
By Russ and Tiña De Maris
We were just preparing to head out on the road after a few months hunkered down in the Northwest....