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When Size Matters – Driving an RV for the First Time?
Many people have never driven anything larger than a zero-turn lawnmower before driving their first RV. And your first at the helm of a 15-ton Class A motorhome or towing a 5-ton 5th wheel can be, shall we say, unnerving. White knuckles, beads of sweat, whispered prayers, existential bargaining. But anyone can learn to drive
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Andy’s Definitive Guide to RV Boondocking
Freedom is spelled b-o-o-n-d-o-c-k-i-n-g. Boondocking is an affordable adventure away from the chaos and cacophony of RV parks, developed campgrounds and urban hideouts. It’s also known as dry camping. People boondock for many reasons. Welcome to the “other side” of RV travel. This article is primarily about where to boondock and free overnight RV parking locations. If it’s your
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5 Reasons Your RV Air Conditioner Is Making a Weird Noise
Is your RV air conditioner abnormally loud or noisy? RV air conditioners are rather infamous for being irritatingly noisy in general, but if you hear a rattling, buzzing, humming, or other strange sound, then that’s your appliance sounding the warning bell. And remember: An RV air conditioner with low refrigerant generally cannot be recharged. As I
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Furnace Failing? Here’s How to Tell if the Motor Is to Blame
RV furnace motors are scapegoats. They are often blamed for problems not at all their fault. Many a motor has been replaced by a well-meaning DIYer only to discover that a sail switch, circuit board, or cracked fuse was the true culprit. And since the average RV furnace motor costs around $150, that’s a painful
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Have Mice Invaded Your RV? Have You Tried Peeing In It?
As an RV technician, I am often asked how to keep mice out of an RV. People have shared many theories with me: peppermint oil, Irish Spring soap, scented dryer sheets, mothballs, ultrasonic deterrents, ginger or garlic, stray cats, lavender-scented candles, mouse traps, you name it. (The theory being that mice generally hate strong, pungent
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Schwintek Slide-Out Stuck? Here’s What to Do!
Schwintek slide-out stuck? Here’s what to do! Talk to a Tech! Lippert Components, the manufacturer of the Schwintek In-Wall slide-out system, has excellent aftermarket phone support. You can visit their webpage here: https://support.lci1.com/contact. A representative will walk you through basic troubleshooting: error codes, synchronization, electronic override, manual override, etc. >>> READ MORE: Why Does Everyone
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Part 3: What RV Technicians Wish They Could Tell Their Customers
Welcome to my mini “Behind the Scenes” series on choosing a mobile RV repair technician! As a practicing RV tech myself, I hope this series educates and empowers you. Feel free to leave a comment sharing what you’ve learned with other RV owners. And on behalf of all independent techs, thank you for supporting us! To
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Part 2: What’s a Fair Price for Mobile RV Service Labor and Parts?
Welcome to my mini “Behind the Scenes” series on choosing a mobile RV repair technician! As a practicing RV tech myself, I hope this series educates and empowers you. Feel free to leave a comment sharing what you’ve learned with other RV owners. And on behalf of all independent techs, thank you for supporting us!
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Part 1: How to Choose a Good RV Mobile Technician (And Weed Out the Bad Ones)
Welcome to my mini “Behind the Scenes” series on choosing a mobile RV repair technician! As a practicing RV tech myself, I hope this series educates and empowers you. Feel free to leave a comment sharing what you’ve learned with other RV owners. And on behalf of all independent techs, thank you for supporting us! To
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How You Can Stop Trailer Sway (Without Buying a New Vehicle)
Let’s assume that last week, while traveling back from your favorite fishing hole, you experienced trailer sway (aka fishtailing) with your beloved trailer. You are now unnerved (understandably), and after spending 15 minutes today swirling around the Google vortex, you have learned that your tow vehicle – a Toyota Sequoia – is not the ideal
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Top 12 RV Awning Fabric DIY Installation Mistakes
This is not a step-by-step tutorial on how to install new RV awning fabric. That is a subject best watched, not read. I encourage you to visit the land of YouTube and watch a DIY awning fabric installation video by The RV Geeks, AZ Expert, Tough Top Awnings, or an RV owner/influencer. Every awning is
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Uh Oh! Is Your Freshwater Tank Filling When You’re Hooked Up to City Water?
You likely sussed out the problem thanks to a drip, drip, drip sound coming from the bottom of your RV. “Is that … my freshwater tank?” you wondered. “Why would my tank be full?” Sure enough, the water was leaking out of the tank overflow vent. You double-checked your water connection and bypass valve orientation.