RVs

Donating your RV to Hurricane Katrina victims is a good way to both help disaster relief and earn possible tax deductions while avoiding the hassle, stress, and money required to sell your RV.

Let’s face it, a shower in an RV isn’t the most exhilarating experience. In fact, in can be a bit claustrophobic. But that’s the least of the “problems”. Undoubtedly, it’s the water pressure, or...

Finding a fair price or market value for a motor home is important no matter if you are the buyer or the seller. Buyers want to be sure they are getting quality products and not being taken...

A power inverter in an motor home changes DC to AC power. This makes it possible to run any type of power. Power inverters come in many sizes, so you have to figure out how big yours should be....

A caravan awning is a good camping addition, as it can, essentially, expand the size of your RV. Caravans come in many sizes, and you'll need to take careful measurements or your vehicle's A-frame...

Connecting batteries in series is a way of combining batteries so that you can make use of their combined voltage. This is helpful when you have a device that requires a specific voltage that is...

The secret to long canopy life on a pop-up camper is keeping it dry and out of the direct abuse of the elements. This is where an awning comes in most handy, to protect it from rain, sleet and...

A power inverter is a device that will take DC, or direct current, electrical power and convert it into an AC, or alternating current power that is compatible with nearly all devices that "plug...

The awning on your RV will wear out and be damaged over time, requiring you to replace it. If you are looking to replace the awning fabric yourself, use extreme caution. It will take at least two...

Cleaning the holding tanks in your RV is one of the primary responsibilities in maintaining it. This will also make using your RV much more enjoyable, as clean tanks mean no unpleasant odors. The...

Getting back to nature is a fun way to spend time with family, and a camping trip is an inexpensive way to take a vacation. A camper, or RV, allows you to take your accommodations with you, no...

Using a recreational vehicle (RV) is a fun way to travel for the entire family. An RV provides the freedom to stop and enjoy the surroundings anywhere one pleases. If you do not own an RV, you can...

Many campers have awnings installed on them that are easy to set up. The method for setup is similar on most vehicles, though there can always be slight differences. If your camper doesn't have an...

If you're trying to restore the paint on your motorhome or want it to have an entirely new look, then there are a number of things you can do to make this happen. As with painting any automobile,...

A large enough van can be transformed into your own camping vehicle. Some dealers even transform such vans into campers for sale. Even if you can't build one into a luxurious RV yourself, it is...

Your RV's generator is crucial to operating all the electronic devices stored inside the RV, whether the generator is built in or you use an external one. To keep the generator running properly,...

As your motor home ages, the ceiling can start to yellow and sag. If the motor home has had problems with leaks in the past, water stains may be present on the ceiling as well. Repairing the...

Replacing the thermocouple in a RV water heater requires some basic tools and knowledge of water and electricity. It is also helpful to have your RV owner's guide on hand for this task.

Whether you are replacing an existing hitch or adding a new one, determine the size of hitch you wish to install, prior to beginning the project. Be sure to consider the towing capacity of your...

When using the word size, in reference to towing, the weight of the item being towed is the measurement of primary interest. The "towing capacity" of a vehicle is a term frequently used to refer...

Teardrop trailers are a type of camper invented in the late 1930s apparently by a man for his honeymoon travels. Plans for this trailer were presented in the 1939 issue of Homecraft magazine....

Converting a step van into a mobile home makes a fine alternative to purchasing a new or used RV. The sweat equity savings are yours to enjoy while exploring the open road. Conversions can vary...

Draining your water tank in your RV is an important step of your winterizing schedule. If this step is missed it can cause your tank to break down sooner than it should, causing expensive...

Electric refrigerators are very common in homes, but in RV's, gas refrigerators are necessary and are called propane refrigerators. That's because RV gas refrigerators use compressed hydrogen gas...

RV traffic laws vary from state to state and cover safety equipment, dimensions and weights, speed and a number of other factors. By far the most accurate and up-to-date information can be...

Whether you are traveling the Garden State Parkway from the New York City area or coming from North Carolina and the Virginia Beach area, taking the Cape May-Lewes Ferry is a time saving, restful...

Today, I’m going to teach you how to use a multi-meter to test the electrical amp service at a campground. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

When you pull a RV, or Travel Trailer it is a must to have a WD, or weight distribution hitch. The main reason is to take the weight that is pressing down on the hitch ball and distribute the...

Owners of RVs may find it beneficial to know the basics of their RV's hot water heater as well as other basics of the RV construction and operation. Knowing the RV hot water basics can help owners...

Today, I will be doing a regular maintenance check up on the furnace of my RV. My furnace has stopped working, so I am going to find out what the problem is. So let’s get started, just follow...

Today, I will be doing a roof inspection on my RV. We are going to look for cracks, any damages, and stuff like that. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

Recreational Vehicle (RV) furnaces always seem to malfunction just when you need them the most. If you are having problems with your RV furnace, you do not want to have to take the vehicle in to...

Generators can make life on the road much more enjoyable, allowing many of the comforts of home while in your RV. If you are thinking of purchasing a generator, you should know what requirements...

If you have decided it is time to sell your RV, you may be at a loss in deciding how to go about it. One of the most important factors in determining whether you are successful in selling your RV...

If you have made the decision to sell your RV, you need to know where to advertise it. An RV is a major purchase---one that a small percentage of the population is considering at any given time,...

Proper tire inflation is one the most important safety considerations for towing of any kind. It takes on added significance when you are pulling your RV trailer with your family along side. Take...

You can convert any large van into a small camper. Some auto dealers even sell such converted vans to people looking for an RV in disguise or just a compact mobile home. You may not have all the...

Maintaining the wastewater tanks on your recreational vehicle (RV) should be a top priority because the tanks can be expensive to repair. There are some very inexpensive, simple and effective ways...

With the cold weather approaching, many people will not be using their boat, RV, or motorcycle for several months. It is essential to know how to store a battery so that you can re use it again...

Many of the other items on an RV get attention, but none is more important than the tires. They are critical to both safety and performance. When it is time to replace the tires on your RV, there...

So the weather outside is hot and you need to cool down. Well don’t worry, just use your patio awning. Today, I will go through step by step how to use your patio awning. So let’s get started,...

Traveling in a recreational vehicle (RV) is convenient, but there is not always an electrical hookup available. Using a generator is an option, but they burn gas and that can get expensive. If the...

Nearly all household refrigerators are powered by an electric pump. RV refrigerators, however, are often used in areas where there is no supply of electricity to draw from. Rather than depleting...

The water in your RV may be too hot sometimes. The reason for that is that the thermostat is set at 140 degrees. To day, I will be installing an adjustable thermostat. So let’s get started, just...

This is a sure fire way to wire the brakes on your trailer to insure safe stopping and control of you and your vehicle.

So you want to know how to repair a Corian counter top? I had accidently sit on mines and broke it. This won’t take much time and is inexpensive to repair. So let’s get started, just follow the...

Performing RV preventative maintenance can save you money and your RV can last longer. It does take a little bit of your time but it’s worth it. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below...

The LP gas system is the gas used for cooking, to run your refrigerator, and any other appliances that use LP gas. So today in this tutorial, I will teach you how easy it is to maintain this...

Maintenance on the entrance steps is important for the steps to work properly. Without a good working step, it makes it a little bit harder to get into the RV. So let’s get started, just follow...

RVs promise years of fun if properly maintained. However, a standard RV is not without room for improvement. An easy upgrade to make is to install a high-pressure shower head.