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Have a paint nick or chip on your RV? Here’s an easy trick

After many miles and a few gravel roads, our motorhome had a number of paint chips and nicks. I blame it on the road...

Rust: How to prevent it from damaging your RV

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...

When RV parts are discontinued, DIY projects to the rescue!

When motorhome parts are discontinued, it is time for a DIY fix. Our 2017 motorhome has a unique living area wall light—a sconce that...

How to conquer the fear of breaking down in remote areas

Do you have a fear of breaking down in remote areas with your RV? This question recently came up during a Zoom meeting among RVtravel.com...

Awning tear? Don’t despair—fix it yourself!

After almost a week of overcast skies, the sun finally appeared. I was excited to finally unfurl our RV awning! Out, out, out it...

How many tools do you carry aboard your RV?

When you travel in your RV, how many tools do you carry with you? Do you have cupboards and cupboards filled with tools? Just...

Ask Dave: Why do I need to keep the shore power cord plugged into the onboard electrical box?

Answers to questions about RV Repair and Maintenance from RV expert Dave Solberg, author of the "RV Handbook" and the managing editor of the...

Skip the repair shop – Do it yourself with a “how-to” notebook

By Nanci Dixon We bought a new RV with more bells and whistles, electronics and do-dads in it than our previous landlocked home had. In...

Frustrating shortages continue: Broken AC, no new units to buy and no parts for fixing

Our air conditioner had been working on and off for a few months. Well, actually, it hasn't been working well since it was brand-new...

What to do when your RV breaks down: Everything you should know

When your RV breaks down it’s never expected. And not one person I know likes when it happens. But sometimes trouble finds you or,...

Customize your RV’s interior to fit your lifestyle. Here are some examples

This is the second installment in a customizing series focusing on custom and functional cabinetry. Hopefully it inspires you to update your own rig! In...

This RVer forgot to unplug the electric cord and drove away. A reminder for all RVers

One motorhome owner began driving away while the electric cord was still plugged into the park's electrical pedestal. It damaged the bay door hinge...

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