Tag: Fresh water and waste systems
RV Doctor: Why does one bathroom sink stink and the other doesn’t?
Dear Gary,
I have two bathroom sinks in my coach: one with the commode and one next to the shower. The one in the hallway...
Are RVers eco-pigs or eco-conscious?
By Andrew Robinson
To some people the image of the RV is that of a large, gas-guzzling, pollution-spewing beast full of ugly, inconsiderate tourists. I'm...
Not all RV antifreeze is created equal
By Russ and Tiña De Maris
If your rig is sitting in cold country and you haven’t already done so, it’s high time to get...
RV’s water pump doesn’t pump
Dear Gary,
I’m having my RV winterized for storage. The dealer called to tell me that the pump doesn't work. It is located underneath the...
This RV can store enough water to last years!
Reader Henry Schwagly sent us this photo and we got a good laugh out of it. He wrote, "Be sure to pack extra water...
New RVer asks: Should I carry water in my tank when traveling?
By Russ and Tiña De Maris
Should I carry water in my freshwater tank when traveling? If I do, is there anything special I...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1218
Monday, November 25, 2019
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and living tips from the pros,...
How to fix a sticking black tank valve
By Chris Dougherty
Chris Dougherty is a certified RV technician. Here is a letter he received from a reader while he was serving as RVtravel.com's...
How to winterize an RV washer and dryer combo
Dear Gary,
Please tell me the best way to winterize a washer/dryer combo. Thanks! —Jack
Dear Jack,
That's what I like: short and to the point!
The procedure...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1216
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and living tips from the pros,...
RV Doctor: How to winterize an RV using a “Schrader valve”
Dear Gary,
I have been hearing about dry winterizing a motorhome using a "Schrader valve" and blowing the water out using an air compressor set...
RV Daily Tips Newsletter Issue 1194
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Welcome to another edition of RV Travel’s Daily Tips newsletter. Here you’ll find helpful RV-related and living tips from the pros,...