Whether your RV is your permanent mobile home or a chance to spend a few days traveling the country, one thing you can’t comfortably live without is hot water. Your RV may have its own water tank that feeds your heater, or you may have a tankless system that is connected to the campsite water…
Some RV water heaters have a dual heating system that heats the water with either electricity or gas, and other water heating systems heat the water with gas alone. The gas portion of the water heating system has an igniter that gives a spark to ignite the gas when you open a hot water tap….
Hot water in an RV is one of the essential comforts you expect when you are on the road. But the road is full of expected and unexpected adventures! Suppose you find yourself disconnected from shore power on your next RV trip. In that case, you may wonder if your RV water heater will run…
While a 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer hitch are both capable of hauling large campers, they are vastly different in some ways. So, it’s essential to understand their respective benefits and downsides before you make an expensive purchase that potentially won’t suit your lifestyle. The difference between a 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer hitches on…
An open ground in an RV electrical system can be both frustrating and potentially dangerous for RV owners. It is vital to address this issue as soon as possible to ensure the safety and proper functioning of the electrical components inside the RV. Open ground on an RV means that your vehicle has somehow lost…
Whether you’re a new RV owner or have had one for years, resealing your RV’s walls is something that you should be able to do. It’s a necessary part of maintaining a travel trailer, but only a few actually know how. So, how do you reseal your RV exterior walls? To reseal your RV exterior…
Let’s face it – dealing with lukewarm water on an icy cold day is not pleasant! Especially if your RV water heater is not doing its job, and getting down to the root cause feels like finding a needle in a haystack! Your RV water heater may be lukewarm because of a faulty thermostat, sediment…
RV enthusiasts know that safety is a top priority when it comes to their travels. One key component that plays a crucial role in the safety of an RV is the propane tank. Propane tanks have a shelf life, and over time, they can become less reliable and potentially hazardous. To ensure the safety and…
True to its name, a stink bug commonly oozes an unpleasant odor when disturbed. An entire infestation on your RV would be unthinkable, so you must start looking for solutions the moment you see one. Luckily, getting rid of these bugs is a relatively simple task most people can do without expert help. You can…
Travel trailer wheel bearing maintenance is vital because it keeps the wheels rotating. You should do it once a year or when you cover 2,000 miles (3,219km) for small trailers and 10,000 miles (16,094km) for larger trailers. Regular checks will also alert you of potential problems. To check travel trailer wheel bearings, visually inspect the…
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