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New RVer asks: What happened to my fuel economy?

April 20, 2016May 5, 2016 RV Staff
By Russ and Tiña De Maris A gent new to RVing was in a bit of a quandary: Looking for good economy he bought himself “hybrid” travel trailer; the rig provides a hard sided RV with “pop out” beds to increase living space while still keeping the “towed size” down. At 4,000 pounds he felt his new, lightweight rig would... Read More
Beginners Quick Tips Russ and Tiña De Maris 

Norcold refrigerator gets warm. What’s the problem?

April 20, 2016 RV Staff
Chris Dougherty is a certified RV technician. Here is a question he received from one of our readers. Dear Chris, We have a 4-door model Norcold refrigerator. It takes a long time for it to get cold and in warm/hot weather, I have to keep it set at ’9′ for it to stay at or near 40 degrees (using a... Read More
Chris Dougherty, RV Technician, Q&A Refrigerator 

Do you know your RV smells?

April 20, 2016October 9, 2017 RV Staff
  By Russ and Tiña De Maris RVs have their own peculiar smells. A frequent complaint about a new RV is that of the acrid odor of formaldehyde. New RVers quickly learn to leave the refrigerator and freezer “cracked open” when turned off and not in use. Of course, there are pleasant smells we associate with RVing: The tangy-crisp scent... Read More
Beginners Quick Tips Russ and Tiña De Maris 

What kind of TP in your RV?

April 20, 2016April 22, 2016 RV Staff
By Russ and Tiña De Maris Here’s the typical blurb used by RV toilet paper pushers: “Enjoy luxurious 2-ply comfort in an RV toilet paper that dissolves rapidly to help prevent clogs. Soft, snowy white XYZ Brand is highly absorbent and 100% biodegradable. Two-ply, yet it breaks up fast to make emptying your holding tank easier.” Just what the doctor... Read More
Beginners Quick Tips Russ and Tiña De Maris 3 Comments

RVs and summer storms

April 20, 2016 RV Staff
By Russ and Tiña De Maris Summer is a great time for the new RVer to get out on the road. There are plenty of places to explore and activities to pursue. The longer daylight hours allow more miles to be covered. But summertime also brings its own brand of weather. Summer storms can pop up without warning–and even experienced... Read More
Beginners Quick Tips Russ and Tiña De Maris 

Keeping your RV cool in hot summer heat

April 20, 2016 RV Staff
By Russ and Tiña De Maris While the best place to be when summer’s heat turns the landscape to “broil” is someplace cool, it’s not always possible. Sometimes you’re just stuck making out as best you’re able. Once temperatures hit the triple digits, it can be tough to keep “a little tin box” cool. But there are some things that... Read More
Campground set up Russ and Tiña De Maris 

New RVer asks: Why is my air conditioner dripping?

April 20, 2016May 6, 2016 RV Staff
By Russ and Tiña De Maris It can be a bit disconcerting: You’ve got the RV out for a trip and you notice water dripping down the side of the rig. There’s not a cloud in the sky, but water is flowing away merrily. Or it could even be worse: You flip on the air conditioner on a hot day... Read More
Beginners Quick Tips Heating and cooling Maintenance, Repair & Mods Russ and Tiña De Maris 

New RVer asks: Should I carry water in my tank when traveling?

April 20, 2016 RV Staff
By Russ and Tiña De Maris Should I carry water in my freshwater tank when traveling? If I do, is there anything special I should do? It’s a question that comes up a lot among new RVers. The “right” answer (and there isn’t really a “right” or “wrong” one here) depends on your RV lifestyle. First, a bit about water:... Read More
Beginners Quick Tips Russ and Tiña De Maris 

New RVer asks: Do I need a special tailgate for my 5th wheel?

April 20, 2016 RV Staff
By Russ and Tiña De Maris We think fifth wheel trailers are great: Towing stability, excellent storage, and so livable. We towed our fiver up and down around the US with nary a complaint. But if you’re new to “fivers,” you may wonder–do I need that special “V” slotted tailgate on my truck? There are pros and cons to the... Read More
Fifth Wheel Trailers Russ and Tiña De Maris 

Will ice cubes in an RV sewer tank dislodge waste buildup?

April 20, 2016April 22, 2016 RV Staff
A buildup of solids in an RV sewer tank is a bad thing. So getting rid of the yucky mess should it occur is a frequent topic of discussion among RVers. Most of us have heard that putting ice cubes down the toilet will do the job. The idea is the hard cubes will bounce around when the RV is... Read More
Fresh water and waste systems Maintenance, Repair & Mods Toilet 2 Comments

Beware of buying an RV with a bogus VIN number

April 20, 2016April 20, 2016 RV Staff
Crooks are getting lower than snake’s bellies of late. One of the latest scams that affects RVers hales from Canada. It seems nasty crooks are stealing RVs, modifying the VIN plates, and then selling the stolen trailers on Kijiji. Yes, this is Canada, but can the crooks in the Lower 48 be far behind? Here are some tips to protect... Read More
Buying Advice Do's and Don'ts RV safety 

RV backing? Get on same signal “wavelength.”

April 19, 2016 RV Staff
By Russ and Tiña De Maris If you’ve recently gotten into RVing, you know that backing your RV into a spot can be one of the most frustrating experiences in life. The same is true for your long-suffering assistant, the one who tries to help you back a rig in. It’s possible that back-in RV spaces are one of the... Read More
Campground set up Russ and Tiña De Maris 

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