RVs allow travelers flexibility, freedom, and amenities while on the road. However, they differ greatly from everyday passenger vehicles. Complex plumbing, electrical, propane systems, appliances, generators, and more all require special care and know-how to maintain. As a home away from home in motion, wear and tear while traveling thousands of miles can take a…
As an avid Airstreamer putting countless miles on my ‘78 Excella, I’ve become good at taking care of every little maintenance task to make sure I can enjoy long, comfortable adventures. One time, though, I faced a big challenge when I discovered that the curtains in my vintage Airstream were surprisingly stained. I only found…
As an RV owner who loves cooking on the road, I know how disruptive it can be when your Suburban RV stove suddenly won’t ignite. You turn the knob to fire up the burner or oven, but no flame appears. Now your plans for grilling steaks or baking a fresh pie are on hold. Before…
As an RV owner, few things are more frustrating than an air conditioner that isn’t cooling properly on a hot summer day. If you own a Coleman Mach RV, you may have experienced the common issue of inadequate or no cooling from your AC unit. Don’t sweat it – this guide will walk you through…
Living the RV lifestyle is an exhilarating experience that allows us to travel and live freely. However, it also comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most common and frustrating issues faced by RV owners is when the RV generator starts but then dies shortly after. This can leave you stranded without…
Boondocking, or camping without hookups, is a rewarding way to enjoy the freedom of RVing. However, power management can be tricky when you don’t have access to electrical hookups. For this, you may ask how many amp hours of power do you need for boondocking. Normally, most RVers need 200 to 600 amp hours of…
As a longtime RV owner and user of EverChill refrigerators, I know firsthand how frustrating it can be when your fridge stops cooling properly. After a long day on the road, the last thing you want is to find your beverages lukewarm and your food spoiled. But before you panic or call the repairman, there…
Have you ever stared in confusion at the nest of unmarked wires poking out from your RV thermostat? I certainly have. Making heads or tails of that tangled web gave me headaches when all I wanted was my AC and heat to work. What purpose could the rainbow of nonsensical colors possibly serve other than…
Hooking up gear and decoration on your RV to make it feel homey is something most of us wanna do. But before you start drilling or sticking stuff all willy-nilly to the outside, you gotta think about a few key points first. Like, how heavy is that object and what material is your rig made…
Sitting down to relax after a long day of hiking, I flipped on the TV in my RV only to be met with a blank screen. No channels, just the dreaded “no signal” message. My RV cable hookup wasn’t working. This is an all-too-common frustration among RV campers relying on cable connections for entertainment and…