Dave Solberg, managing editor of RV Repair Club, hosted the first ever RVRC LIVE. Dave addressed several questions live during this interactive Q&A session. Stay tuned for updates on the next event.
RV Make: Forest River Prime Time, RV Model: Crusader, RV Year: 2013, Brand: Power King, Model Number: Towmax Tires
We’ve had two tread separations happen in two different instances as well as a 3rd tire show “interior bubbles”. In your experience is tread separation a result of manufacturing defect or is it due to poor maintenance. FYI, I check the inflation prior to every trip we make. Thanks!
As you enter coach there are two switches near floor on left. One is labeled main, and if in off position the chassis battery will remain charged. What else is likely controled with that switch??
I have had several leaks causing delamination of the exterior fiberglass panels. I am considering removing fiberglass by cutting in manageable size pieces, remove damaged plywood and insulation, then replacing with marine grade plywood and putting fiberglass back on with liquid nails or contact cement. was hoping someone out there may have tackled a similar project and possibly have advise to help
Is it soft from water? Make sure to check for any leaks to prevent further damage. Being on a slideout, there isn’t many options than replacing the whole floor. Overlaying for more support isn’t the best idea because the only structure underneath is soft and could weaken over time and give out. You can’t really add support underneath because they ride on rollers or go up a ramp when coming in. Really the only thing I recommend doing is replacing the whole floor. This is a complicated task and but can be done. If you can tell me what kind of slideout system you have, or the make, model and year of your RV I can try to walk you through how to replace the whole floor.
I converter my coach to AGM batteries. Is my OEM charger compatible with AGM batteries. I did order an AGM model Battery Minder to replace the LA battery Minder.
We were having some technical issues that we’re now fixing. I recommend refreshing your page in about 5-10 minutes and we will be restarting and ready to go. Sorry for the trouble! – Sam
We were having some technical issues that we’re now fixing. I recommend refreshing your page in about 5-10 minutes and we will be restarting and ready to go. Sorry for the trouble! – Sam
My dealer said my water pump and radiator are showing signs of leaking. The fix is $4,000. I’m a pretty handy guy and a friend has a shop that he works on car and trucks, so I’m wondering if I would be foolish to try this repair on my own?
RV Make: Fleetwood , RV Model: Expedition, RV Year: 2015, Brand: Attwood 10 gal water heater, Model Number: GE 16 EXT
I’m getting mostly yellow flame and a lot of soot from me water heater. I’ve adjusted the air intake tube both ways and still yellow flame. Any ideas?
We were having some technical issues that we’re now fixing. I recommend refreshing your page in about 5-10 minutes and we will be restarting and ready to go. Sorry for the trouble! – Sam
Dave, what portable air compressor do you suggest? Viair is great, but a bit pricey! How often do you need to air up tires? SAMS has a Stanley Fatmax 1000A peak battery amp w/jump starter, 100psi, 4 usb ports, for $70. Just started camping last July, 10 nights in 2017; big 3 week trip planned this year for 2 weeks, besides the normal 2-3 weekends/month. Expensive one or inexpensive? Thanks Pat
I have a refrigerator with a freezer using electricity or propane that a service company said worked when they tested it. When I try, I can’t get it to work! Suggestions?
RV Make: Fleetwood , RV Model: Pace arrow, RV Year: 2006, Brand: Nordic, Model Number: Ndr1292
When we travel down the road, our fridge heats up it is running the hole time gas or electric does not matter. It goes from 31 deg 50+ deg I’m under 49 mikes. When we arrive at destination it starts to cool down. We are sitting still it works like a charm.
Levelers that came with rv don’t seem to work very well… by that i mean several times it complely raises rear and or front wheels off ground while still not showing level. It would be level with less of certain ones. Another thing is one of the levelers will go down then when other side goes down, the first one retracks leaving the second level holding the rearend up by one level. Thoughts!??
RV Make: Forest River, RV Model: Sierra, RV Year: 2008
Is there a way to prepare a video for first time RV OWNERS demonstrating RV 101 and purchasing a used RV? ie, what are the initial inspection items and how to do it as basic as connecting the RV to power and sewer and recommended initial maintenance like cleaning tanks. This thing was sitting for a very long time with all tanks full.
RV Make: Outback, RV Model: 316RL, RV Year: 2014
How do u stop the oxidation on the nose cap. It’s brown gelcoat
RV Make: Jayco, RV Model: Eagle 321RSTS, RV Year: 2018
Rear cameras and thoughts before a purchase
RV Make: Damon, RV Model: Daybreak 3370, RV Year: 2010
Is there a site or group for NASCAR RVers?
RV Make: Outback, RV Model: 316Rl, RV Year: 2014, Brand: Outback, Model Number: 316RL
Paint oxidation on the front nose cap
RV Make: Forest River Prime Time, RV Model: Crusader, RV Year: 2013, Brand: Power King, Model Number: Towmax Tires
We’ve had two tread separations happen in two different instances as well as a 3rd tire show “interior bubbles”. In your experience is tread separation a result of manufacturing defect or is it due to poor maintenance. FYI, I check the inflation prior to every trip we make. Thanks!
RV Make: Holiday rambler38y , RV Model: Vacationer, RV Year: 2017
As you enter coach there are two switches near floor on left. One is labeled main, and if in off position the chassis battery will remain charged. What else is likely controled with that switch??
RV Make: Winnebago, RV Model: Voyage, RV Year: 2006
In my Voyage the second switch turns the bay lights on.
RV Make: Jayco, RV Model: North point 351RSQS, RV Year: 2017
Following
RV Make: Keystone, RV Model: Passport, RV Year: 2016
No specific comment just going to listen in to the event.
RV Make: R-Vision, RV Model: Sandcastle, RV Year: 1996
I have had several leaks causing delamination of the exterior fiberglass panels. I am considering removing fiberglass by cutting in manageable size pieces, remove damaged plywood and insulation, then replacing with marine grade plywood and putting fiberglass back on with liquid nails or contact cement. was hoping someone out there may have tackled a similar project and possibly have advise to help
RV Make: Coleman, RV Model: 263bh, RV Year: 2018
Are manufacturer tires (Chinese) safe?
RV Make: Dutchman, RV Year: 2008
Just watching
RV Make: Dutchman, RV Year: 2008
Thanks
RV Make: Sydney outback , RV Model: 328 frk, RV Year: 2012, Brand: Duromax Generator , Model Number: 12000EH
Will this generator run my RV?
RV Make: Keystone Passport, RV Model: BH, RV Year: ? 2014
Due to illness we have not been able to have our recalls taken care of. We did try last fall but unfortunately had a blow out.
RV Make: Tiffin, RV Model: 36LA, RV Year: 2017
Hello from Missouri
RV Make: Rockeoof, RV Model: 8417SS, RV Year: 2006, Brand: Rockeoof, Model Number: 8317SS
How to repair a soft floor ?
RV Make: fleetwood, RV Model: prowler, RV Year: 2001
would love to hear about this as well, my slide has a real soft spot, underneath the sofa
Hello,
Is it soft from water? Make sure to check for any leaks to prevent further damage. Being on a slideout, there isn’t many options than replacing the whole floor. Overlaying for more support isn’t the best idea because the only structure underneath is soft and could weaken over time and give out. You can’t really add support underneath because they ride on rollers or go up a ramp when coming in. Really the only thing I recommend doing is replacing the whole floor. This is a complicated task and but can be done. If you can tell me what kind of slideout system you have, or the make, model and year of your RV I can try to walk you through how to replace the whole floor.
Hope this helps,
Dan
RV Repair Club Video Membership
RV Make: Coachman, RV Model: Leprechaun 240FS, RV Year: 2016, Brand: OEM Converter/Charger
I converter my coach to AGM batteries. Is my OEM charger compatible with AGM batteries. I did order an AGM model Battery Minder to replace the LA battery Minder.
audio skipping bad
Dave is having a little trouble with his internet connection but we’re troubleshooting that now. – Sam (behind the scenes)
Dave Solberg – Did you use to work for Transportation Mfg Corp – Roswell, NM?
RV Make: ForestRiver, RV Model: Tsunami 4104qs, RV Year: 2004
Oregon gas window repair. Driver side curved window. Can it be repaired and who can repair?
RV Make: skyline, RV Model: nomad, RV Year: 2016
Please add captioning to your videos for us hard of hearing RV’ers.
RV Make: rvision, RV Model: sandcastle, RV Year: 1996
live feed/video not working correctly, audio not working.
We were having some technical issues that we’re now fixing. I recommend refreshing your page in about 5-10 minutes and we will be restarting and ready to go. Sorry for the trouble! – Sam
RV Make: Pace Aero, RV Year: 1993
I am only getting a word every 30 seconds or so. Will there be a replay?
We were having some technical issues that we’re now fixing. I recommend refreshing your page in about 5-10 minutes and we will be restarting and ready to go. Sorry for the trouble! – Sam
RV Make: Winnebago, RV Model: Adventurer, RV Year: 2010
My dealer said my water pump and radiator are showing signs of leaking. The fix is $4,000. I’m a pretty handy guy and a friend has a shop that he works on car and trucks, so I’m wondering if I would be foolish to try this repair on my own?
RV Make: Winnebago, RV Model: Voyage, RV Year: 2006
Wow Michael, are they going to replace with Brass and copper? I’d get second opinion!!!!
RV Make: Tiffin, RV Model: Allegro Bay, RV Year: 2008, Brand: Tiffin, Model Number: Allergo Bay 38'
I had a leak in passenger side rear near heater. Water ran on floor and mold black on 1×3 foot. Shop wants 7,000. Can I fix this myself, pretty handy
RV Make: Coachmen , RV Model: Santara, RV Year: 1999, Brand: Onan, Model Number: 7000 Marquis
I’m searching for a 146-0663 Carburetor for this Generator.
RV Make: Fleetwood , RV Model: Expedition, RV Year: 2015, Brand: Attwood 10 gal water heater, Model Number: GE 16 EXT
I’m getting mostly yellow flame and a lot of soot from me water heater. I’ve adjusted the air intake tube both ways and still yellow flame. Any ideas?
RV Make: roadtrek, RV Model: 19 popular, RV Year: 1997
i was not able to view the discussion, it only buffered
We were having some technical issues that we’re now fixing. I recommend refreshing your page in about 5-10 minutes and we will be restarting and ready to go. Sorry for the trouble! – Sam
RV Make: Coachman 21RSC, RV Model: Freelander, RV Year: 2018
Dave, what portable air compressor do you suggest? Viair is great, but a bit pricey! How often do you need to air up tires? SAMS has a Stanley Fatmax 1000A peak battery amp w/jump starter, 100psi, 4 usb ports, for $70. Just started camping last July, 10 nights in 2017; big 3 week trip planned this year for 2 weeks, besides the normal 2-3 weekends/month. Expensive one or inexpensive? Thanks Pat
RV Make: LivinLite, RV Model: Toy Hauler Basecamp, RV Year: 2011
I have a refrigerator with a freezer using electricity or propane that a service company said worked when they tested it. When I try, I can’t get it to work! Suggestions?
RV Make: Fleetwood , RV Model: Pace arrow, RV Year: 2006, Brand: Nordic, Model Number: Ndr1292
When we travel down the road, our fridge heats up it is running the hole time gas or electric does not matter. It goes from 31 deg 50+ deg I’m under 49 mikes. When we arrive at destination it starts to cool down. We are sitting still it works like a charm.
RV Make: Fleetwood, RV Model: Storm, RV Year: 1996, Brand: Igloo upright freezer
Can I add one to my RV
RV Make: Winnebago, RV Model: Itasca, RV Year: 2001
Removal of drivers side window, no screws at bottom
RV Make: Forest River, RV Model: Sunseeker 3010DS, RV Year: 2012, Brand: Bigfoot
Levelers that came with rv don’t seem to work very well… by that i mean several times it complely raises rear and or front wheels off ground while still not showing level. It would be level with less of certain ones. Another thing is one of the levelers will go down then when other side goes down, the first one retracks leaving the second level holding the rearend up by one level. Thoughts!??
RV Make: Forest River, RV Model: Sierra, RV Year: 2008
Is there a way to prepare a video for first time RV OWNERS demonstrating RV 101 and purchasing a used RV? ie, what are the initial inspection items and how to do it as basic as connecting the RV to power and sewer and recommended initial maintenance like cleaning tanks. This thing was sitting for a very long time with all tanks full.