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RV Make: Thor, RV Model: Palazzo, RV Year: 2018
Will mud guards mounted behind the rear wheels satisfactorily replace the stone guards mounted at the rear bumper of the vehicle?
How about some articles on RV’ers who use drones to take pictures with drones when they are traveling!
RV Make: SunSeeker , RV Model: Class C, RV Year: 2014, Brand: Forest River , Model Number: 2690S
Hi Dave , I just purchased my first motorhome a 2014 Sunseeker by Forest River 2690S on a Ford 450 Super Duty Chassis. It came with no leveling system and I’m thinking about using leveling blocks along with Stabilizing jacks . What would your recommendation be on the type of leveling blocks & S jacks to use . Do you prefer welding or bolting the jack to the chassis?
Thanks for the advise .
Regards
Tom form Lancaster ,NY
RV Make: DRV Mobile Suites, RV Model: 43 Dallas, RV Year: 2018
I’m trying to troubleshoot an intermittent issue with the fresh water system. It will allow water to flow into the holding tank when the valves are set to “city water”. The rig has a three position valve to control water inputs: power fill tank, city water, and winterize/sanitize. Do you suggest I start looking at this valve? Or is there some sort of check valve elsewhere that maybe letting water into the tank?
RV Make: Fleetwood discovery , RV Model: 36J, RV Year: 2011
Now that my slide is adjusted in is working easy it likes to ride out about 3/4 of a inch in the front of the slide after a few miles of travel.
Do I need to make a stop to keep it closed?
RV Make: Fleetwood, RV Model: Pulse24a, RV Year: 2009
Is there a manual leveling yesterday you recommend for this unit? All the systems seem to be for trailers. Thanks much
RV Make: Newmar, RV Model: Mountainaire, RV Year: 2002
We have smell in our class A that we can not locate. It smells like sewage. The bathroom does not have an odor. We have changed out the filters under the sinks. You really smell it stronger while going down the highway. Sitting still at a sight it is there but not so evident. We have cleaned tanks. We have changed Ac filters. We have used some dawn and bleach in drains. All of this to no avail. Any suggestions would be helpful. Ty. Dr. David.
RV Make: Gulfstream, RV Model: Tourmaster, RV Year: 2006
O had the same thing and it turned out to be the Batteries
RV Make: Gulfstream, RV Model: Friendship, RV Year: 2004
It could very well be a smell coming from the black water tank through the toilet flush seals. RV supply stores sell a weathervane swiveling vent cap made of white pvc that will keep the pressure in the tank low, drawing vent gases up and out, especially when on the road when pressure is low inside the coach.
Could be a dead critter.
What are the downfalls of RV ownership?
RV Make: Forest River, RV Model: Tusnami 4104qs, RV Year: 2004
Suspension seems to bottom out on some roads. It wil jar your teeth and dislodge cabinets. Dealer has checked air suspension and says it is within limits of the manufacture. What else is there to check?
RV Make: Western Alpine Coach, RV Model: 36SDS, RV Year: 1998
Hi Dave,
I have noticed most of the truck stops have Bio Diesel. Can that be used for older diesels? Is there a negative effect if I use Bio Diesel in my 1998 motor home with a Cummins 330 ??
RV Make: Heartland, RV Model: Elkridge 5th wheel, RV Year: 2016
We want our married children to use our 5th wheel for trips. Is there a good ck list to have for each trip going and returning?
RV Make: Keystone, RV Model: Montana High Country, RV Year: 2017
We have had a lot of difficulty with our sliders not moving in and out smoothly. We have a cable system and no matter how much we lubricate the rollers and rubber the large kitchen side bounces and shakes the trailer while it’s coming in and going out. It is quite embarrassing.
RV Make: Western Alpine Coach, RV Model: 36SDS, RV Year: 1998
Hi Dave, Not sure my question got posted the first time. I see that many truck stops have Bio Diesel. Can I use that in my 1998 Cummins 330HP ? Is there a negative effect?
RV Make: Tiffen, RV Model: Allegro, RV Year: 2017
While I understand the need to keep the black water holding tank sealed to prevent pyramiding while at a site what about gray tank? What is the danger if any to keeping that tank open?
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Put ice cubes in your black tank before leaving camp and this will help free up any lumps or toilet paper in the tank. Make sure there is water in the tank and don’t use an excessive amount of ice. It will melt away and leave a cleaner inside of the tank. W not harm the sensors. Used this for years without issues.
RV Make: Winnebago , RV Model: 27' Minnie Winnie, RV Year: 2015
I’m NEW to owning an RV. When we bought ours, we tested all the outlets with a multimeter and they seemed OK. But the first time I took it for an off-grid overnighter, the only outlet that worked when plugged into was the one central GFI plug on the center wall. Nothing in the kitchen, bathroom or bedroom worked. Why would that be?
RV Make: Sportscoach, RV Model: Encore, RV Year: 2005
What is the most economical way to make the front of my RV look better where the clearcote has peeled. Not perfect. Just less damaged
RV Make: Born free, RV Year: 2003
How many hours is a typical travel day.
RV Make: Winnebago, RV Model: Vista, RV Year: 2015
On trip from Georgia to California, I drove six hours per day to allow time to find RV Park for the night.
RV Make: Winniebago, RV Model: Minnie, RV Year: 2003
I’d like to “shine up” the exterior white a bit on our RV, but the years of UV rays have taken their toll. Is there a recommended product or technique that might help? So many products say they will, but I haven’t found any that perform really well.
Chooing an RV for full timeing
RV Make: Thor, RV Model: A.C.E., RV Year: 2015
I have a difficult time filling my fresh water tank. It won’t stop burbing and pushing water out the fill hole. Only way I can fill it is trickle water in taking up to 3 hours.
RV Make: Winnebago, RV Model: Brave, RV Year: 1996
You can purchase a clear small hose with a vale on it. I bought mine at camping world. Adjust the flow on your hose using that valve and the burping will stop and you will be able to see the flow into the tank.
RV Make: Winniebago, RV Model: Minnie, RV Year: 2003, Brand: T-9 Air System
Is it difficult to replace the T-9 air system on my class C? The bags don’t hold the air and need replaced. I’d like to do it myself, but was wondering about the difficulty or if there is a better alternative I should consider.
RV Make: Winniebago, RV Model: Minnie, RV Year: 2003, Brand: 3-T's RV Products, Model Number: T-9 Air System
3-T’s RV Productions, Inc out of Havasu City, AZ
RV Make: Fleetword, RV Model: Puma, RV Year: 1991
Any suggestions where I can find detailed information on this model to find the water pump? Company is out of business.
RV Make: Georgie Boy, RV Model: Swinger, RV Year: 1996
I have an older model, discontinued, motor home,,Where would you recommend me to search for repair parts..Thank You
RV Make: None yet
We are planning on purchasing a uses 1990 – 2000 Bus conversion Prevost, Bluer Bird, MCI etc> I am concerned about many mechanical issues but for now I am concerned if the coach’s black tank if it has been sitting for a long time . What do you suggest about cleaning the black tank? Thank you
TH
Thank you for your recommendation. Please ignore the question from Chaz as that is a duplicate question from me .. Thank again
RV Make: Northwood, RV Model: Nash 25c, RV Year: 2017
I purchased a 2017 Northwood Nash and the propane/electric hot water heater doesn’t act correctly. A lot of D.S. I. faults ( but then does eventually lights). But then it seems to get so hot the black outside cover gets really very hot and the water in the RV is scalding hot. Suburban model sw10del serial number 155005780. I have had to replace both the
Suburban 232306 130 Degree Thermostat and
Suburban 232282 Switch Assembly twice. The thermostat and or switch are not shutting off the heat to the hot water and then appear to burn out. I have no idea what to do about this.
RV Make: Newmar, RV Model: Baystar, RV Year: 2018
Do you recommend the new “hard shell” roof resurfacing systems, such as RV Armor. We have a new MH and are thinking about avoiding having to clean and reseal the roof every 6 months.
RV Make: hornet , RV Model: 35 foot ( 2 pull outs ), RV Year: 2009
when operating the both pull outs the keep stopping and then start up traveling 6 to 8 inches each time this has been a problem since purchase i am finally going to have the trailer dealer send a mechanic the triler is on a perminent sight on cape cod ma.
RV Make: Gulfstream, RV Model: Gulfstream, RV Year: 2006
Breif description on steps to renew the roof. Brought self leveling caulk and roof sealant. How to clean and apply the material.Also does the battery recharge when plugged in to 120 line at home.
RV Make: Coach works , RV Model: Tango, RV Year: 2008
Will those buffing agents you were discussing earlier, will they help the decals or will it harm them ?
RV Make: Fleetwood, RV Model: Bounder, RV Year: 2006, Brand: Atwood Levellegs, Model Number: MPD 66166
I am told that the controller is bad and they are no longer available. Is there a solutions, other than replacing the entire system.
RV Make: None yet
Can you suggest a product or technique to clean a black tank on a Bus conversion that has been sitting for a long time, Thank you
RV Make: Tear Drop, RV Year: '42 kit
The tongue fell off. Do you think it could be welded or should I replace the whole trailer?
RV Make: Winnebago, RV Model: Vectra Grand Tour, RV Year: 1997
Were can I find the right touch-up paint to fix minor scratches to exterior finish.
RV Make: Tiffin, RV Model: Allegro , RV Year: 2014
Charging system
RV Make: fleetwood, RV Model: excursion 39s, RV Year: 2005
every double glazed window has fogged up.
Its way too expensive to replace or refresh them.
Why is there not anyone choosing to use single pane and a wider piece of rubber to seal around the window.?
RV Make: Winnebego, RV Model: Vectra Grand Tour, RV Year: 1997
is there a way I can manually over-ride the air bags so I can raise the rear of the coach to clear from scraping when entering/ leaving my driveway? Thank you
RV Make: Itasca, RV Model: Sunrise , RV Year: 2007, Brand: Norcold, Model Number: 4 door
How can I get lower temp. Food spoils after a couple of days
RV Make: Grandesign, RV Model: Moumentume, RV Year: 2014
Do they make storm window for the screen door so you can have the door open with the ac on
RV Make: Tiffin, RV Model: Allegro , RV Year: 2014
Charging system, how it works
RV Make: Fleetwood , RV Model: Pulse, RV Year: 2009
Is there a manual leveling or a fixed stability system for motor homes like they have with trailers? I can’t afford a hydraulic system. Thanks Bob
RV Make: Grand Design, RV Model: Imagine 2600 RB, RV Year: 2018
can you give recommendation for at slide out topper awning. The measurements (flange to flange) is 147 inches.
RV Make: Coachman, RV Model: Apex Nano, RV Year: 2016
We continually have to delight the hot water heater, even in the same day. What can be wrong?
RV Make: Country Coach, RV Model: Inspire 360, RV Year: 2006
When we are plugged into cable TV at an RV park, our bedroom TV works fine and gets all channels but out front TV sometimes gets all channels and other times does not. Any ideas why this would be?
RV Make: Keystone, RV Model: Outback, RV Year: 2017, Brand: surflow
I am new to RVing and the issue we have found that if we just run a little bit of water through a faucet or the toilet. The water pump with come on but not shut off it will just have a low pitch hum. we then need to turn the water on high till the water pump revs up then shut the water off the pump will ramp up then shut off.
What would cause the water pump to run at a low pitch hum with a small amount of water run through it.
RV Make: Airstream, RV Model: International 27FB, RV Year: 2015
I have two lead acid Group 24 deep cycle batteries, can I replace with two same size lithium batteries and use the existing inverter, converter and controller? Any other changes required?
RV Make: Thor, RV Model: Challenger 37 FH, RV Year: 2018, Brand: Challenger , Model Number: 37 FH
Curb side propane feed to a Coleman Roadtrip LX grill, can not get gas feed. is something needed (different regulator?) to use the curb side propane instead of the bottled propane?
RV Make: Tiffin, RV Model: Allegro 31SA, RV Year: 2015
You told inverted ABOVE 2000W take care of better the battery (i.e. antisulfation). So my inverter only 1500W, but I see THREE stage charging: full 14.4 V keep charge all the time 13.5V
So avoid sulfation definetly needs SIXTEEN V?? 14.4V not enough?
RV Make: forest river, RV Model: salem, RV Year: 2016
Shower wall came loose from wall. How to repair
RV Make: Winnebago , RV Model: Itaska, RV Year: 2013
For help to avoid pyramiding in a black tank or TP hangup put some ice cubes in your tank before traveling each day or two. Be sure to have some water in the tank. The ice will help break up matter and melt away as it does so. DO NOT use an excessive amount of ice.