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Reader seeks input about ‘Extreme’ RV siding problem

  From editor Chuck Woodbury I received this email from reader Kate Perrie about a serious condition with cracking paint on the exterior of her motorhome. I...

3-In-One Slide-Out Silicone Lube prevents sticking/squeaking

  By Bob Difley Squeaking and squealing from slide-outs, windows and doors that are sticking can ruin the calm of a campsite, but new 3-In-One RVcare...

Banish ugly streaks with Star brite Black Streak Remover

  By Bob Difley If those ugly black streaks from water run-off bug you, Star brite® has a spray that will get rid of them. Description Black Streak...

How to adjust a Lippert slideout

 Dear RV Doctor:Can you explain the adjustment sequence on how far the slides go in and out with my Lippert slideout? The manual just...

What to do about a leaky RV slideout

 Dear RV Doctor:We purchased a 2004 coach three months ago. From the moment we got it the slideout has leaked. It has leaked so...

RV slideout wants to keep sliding in

Dear RV Doctor:I desperately need your input. I have a 1998 5th wheel RV with a slideout living room. My problem is that there...

RV slideouts date back 70-80 years

The slide-out has become a popular feature with American RV manufacturers in recent years but the idea is by no means new. Even 70–80...

Rain clouds coming — should you put in your slide-out?

By Russ and Tiña De MarisYou have your rig settled down in a wonderful camping spot. Your camp chairs are set up, and music...

Slideout toppers — What to do when the wind blows

By Russ and Tiña De Maris If your rig is equipped with "slide toppers," those fancy awnings that extend out over slideouts to keep weather...

RV slideout “topper” awning sagging. What to do?

By Chris DoughertyCertified RV technician Chris Dougherty received this question from an RVtravel.com reader when he was our technical editor.Dear Chris,The awning over my...

How to care for your RV slideout

By Russ and Tiña De MarisHow do you keep your slideout happy? A little bit of maintenance and forethought will go a long way...

Is runoff from fiberglass roof staining sides of RV?

By Chris Dougherty Certified RV technician Dear Chris, I am getting white streaks on the side of my Newmar Ventana RV from the water from the roof...