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Replace or repaint RV swooshes — Which is better?

Dear RV Shrink:Now you've done it. Since your column on removing weathered decals and painting them back on, my husband has been out buying...

Haunted by kitchen floor squeak, RVer seeks help.

By Chris DoughertyChris Dougherty is a certified RV technician. Here is a letter he received from a reader while he was serving as RVtravel.com's...

Stop water leaks with Seal-Tite Corner Seal

By Bob DifleyWater leaks into your RV are not something to be ignored as the damage that can be done can be expensive and...

SmartPlug connector reduces fire/electrocution problems

By Bob Difley As part of its ongoing product evolution, SmartPlug Systems has incorporated several upgrades into its 30A connector. The BF30 30A Retro-fit...

Save money at RV surplus and salvage yards

By Chris Dougherty, Certified RV TechnicianSad to say, RVs are a lot like cars: As they bounce down the road of life, they wear...

Take advantage of other RVers’ wisdom — save bucks

By Russ and Tiña De MarisAn old friend of ours who'd recently bought a big motorhome detailed a "tale of woe" he'd experienced while...

Reminder: Tighten your (hidden) air conditioner bolts

By Russ and Tiña De MarisAs Federal Highway Administration funds get tighter, the condition of America's roads reflects this budgetary bulimia: Potholes and rough...

Switch indicator on the blink? LEDs to the rescue!

An electrical switch with an indicator light in it is no fun. They may tell you that your water heater is on, or your...

Waking up your RV from winter nap to check things out

If your RV is tucked away for a winter’s nap, it may be time for you to briefly awaken the beast and check things...

Will ice cubes in an RV sewer tank dislodge waste buildup?

A buildup of solids in an RV sewer tank is a bad thing. So getting rid of the yucky mess should it occur is...

Prepare for autumn weather to be safe

By Chris Dougherty Certified RV technician Written in the month of September Welcome to autumn! Well, not officially yet, but here at the Pennsylvania RV and Camping...

Tools for RVers: Knives

By Chris Dougherty Certified RV technician I’m a knife guy. Before you get all scared that I’m some sort of sociopathic deviant, let me explain by...