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What's the Best GPS for RVing 
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How to Improve Cell Phone Reception in an RV 
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Do I Need to Winterize an RV Being Stored in Arizona? 
I am new to RVing... I just purchased a 2006 Class C Fleetwood Tioga. My question is regarding the need to winterize my RV in Arizona weather? Low …

Can I Install a Ceiling Fan In My RV? 
What does the ceiling fan fasten to in the roof of a motorhome? How do you get power, either 12vdc or 120vac, to the fan? ANSWER: Hi Darrel, there …

How Can I Bake In My RV's Propane Oven Without Burning Everything? 
I have a 1997 Mallard Travel Trailer. When I try to bake something, it almost always comes out burned on the bottom. Can someone tell me why? And is there …

Can I Full-Time RV in Illinois During the Winter? 
I would like to downsize and purchase a toy hauler camper in preparation for retirement and a move to a warmer climate. I currently live in west-central …

Should I Leave Vents Open When Using My RV's Roof Air Conditioner 
My motorhome has ducted AC vents in the ceiling. The cold air goes down of course. My question is, "should I leave the roof vents open to exhaust the hot …

I Am a New Full-Time RVer, How Do I Get My Mail? 
We are first-time full-timers. I am confused, and it's probably a crazy question but here goes. When we moved out of our condo and into our coach …

Can I Keep My RV's Refrigerator On While Going Down The Road? 
Can I Keep My RV's Refrigerator On While Going Down The Road? ANSWER: Hi Virginia as long as your trailer's refrigerator has been properly maintained, …

RV Water Pump Shooting Water Out Water Hose Inlet 
I just unwinterized my 1999 Fleetwood Mallard. I hooked up garden hose to fresh water supply pressurized system, no leaks everything worked fine. I then …

There is a Sewer Smell in Our Motorhome While Driving 
40" Fleetwood Revolution RV has sewer smell only while driving how do I fix it? ANSWER: Hi Dawn the bad news is that this is a common problem that …

Most RVers Have the Keys to Your RV's Storage Compartments 
How can I get replacement storage compartment keys for my 2008 Montana 5th Wheel? We lost ours and we were planning to take the RV out of town at the end …

What Can I Use to Restore the Graphics On my RV? 
Is there a product that will restore the graphics on the side of my motorhome? ANSWER: Hi Jerry, I am afraid that there is no "Magic Bullet" product …

Should I Leave My RV's Battery Disconnect Switch on When Going Down The Road In My RV? 
QUESTION Should I leave the battery disconnect switch on my fifth wheel in the on or off position while driving on the road? I've been turning it …

How Do I Pressurize My RV's Fresh Water Tank? 
I keep hearing statements like you need to pressurize your fresh water tank. Exactly what does that mean. If the tank has water in it, and you turn the …

Need Cheap Floor For Screened Tent We Use While RVing 
We have a nice RV but we are going to be on sand (packed/level) without a table platform - I bought a nice 10 X 10 screen tent and want to put some sort …

Can I Safely Plug a 50 Amp RV Into 30 Amps? 
I have a 2002 Tiffin Allegro Bus. It is rated for 50amp service use. If I volunteer at a Park which only has 30 amp service will this damage my motor …

What Are These Two Switches in My RV's Kitchen? 
I recently purchased a 2007 24' Prowler Classic. There are two switches in the kitchen area that I'm not sure what they're for. One has a lighting bolt …

What is This Wire With a Box on My RV's Battery? 
What is the somewhat flat plastic box (Pictured Above) on a 2014 Catalina Travel Trailer which connects to the battery positive post? It branches off …

Does My RV's Water Heater Need an Anode Rod 
I have a 2002 Fleetwood Mallard with a 6 gal water heater tank. The area where the Anode rod is inserted is plastic, with a plastic plug, and I was told …

How To Repair RV Shore Power Cord 
I have a 04 Terry Taurus 5th Wheel the male end of it is badly broken; I want to replace it; how do I do it? Where does it hook up inside the camper? …

How To Fill An RV Fresh Water Tank 
I own a 2010 Jayco Eagle Lite 5th wheel, and I was wondering if it is normal for water to trickle out of the drain below the trailer after it is full? …

The Propane Alarm In Our RV Keeps Going Off 
Our Safe-T-Alert for propane keeps beeping red and we cannot smell propane anywhere. Not sure what's causing it to do that. We are brand new camper owners …

Why is Water Backing up Into My RV's Bathtub/Shower Drain? 
I have a new 2014 Gulfstream Kingsport 26.5 We were only on our second weekend outing and we noticed Saturday night that the bathtub drain seemed clogged …

One of My RV's Slides Won't Retract 
We have a 2003 Montana 280rl 5th wheel with 3 slides, the bedroom and kitchen will come in in that order but the living room slide will not, they go out …

Is My FEMA Travel Trailer Safe? 
After setting up my FEMA travel trailer why did it feel as if it dropped or something dropped under it. (twice). Is it part of the settling? After …

Did I Just Fry My RV's Power Converter? 
I was plugging in my 1986 Prowler (26") and heard a snap. When I went inside I smelled an electronic burn, nothing was on fire but the following day I …

My RV's House Batteries Aren't Charging 
Shore power does not charge house battery's. I have a 32v Southwind 2006. It charged battery's when RV is started only. Generator won't charge battery's …

Can I Relocate the Holding Tanks on My RV? 
We have a 1988 class C Ford Itasca RV. We want to remove the dinette and place a sofa. The water tanks are underneath the dinette. Is it possible to place …

How To Make Your RV Shine 
I just bought a 1995 Leisure Travel Van Widebody. I really like the van, but the fiberglass needs a good cleaning, and I would like to be able to make …

My RV's Power Converter is Humming Very Loudly 
2004 Montana 5th wheel. I am full time. My converter box is making a loud humming noise. Very loud. Just started 5 days ago. Is there a fire danger here? …

How to Repair the Day/Night Shades in an RV 
One of the Day/Night shades in my RV has a broken string. Do I have to replace the shade, or can I get it repaired? Is it possible to replace the strings …

How Can I Stop My RV's Battery From Being Stolen 
How do you keep your battery from being stolen? Is there anything to lock it up? ANSWER: Hi Stella, I am assuming that your RV's batteries are located …

Can You Run An RV Refrigerator 24/7? 
I used my truck camper almost every weekend of the year (3 out of 4)and wondered if I should leave the refrigerator going while plugged in at home or start …

My RV's TV Keeps Turning on By Itself 
Pictured Above: possessed TV scene from the Warner Brothers Movie Poltergeist Made a recent trip, and on returning home, we stored our coach and hooked …

Our RV Keeps Popping Circuit Breakers 
Hello, We are staying in an RV park for the first time with our 1984 Shasta. We are plugged into 30 amp from the RV site. we haven't run into any …

How Do I Install a Wireless Backup Camera on My RV 
I have a 1998 Holiday Rambler RV. I need to install a wireless backup camera? ANSWER: Hi, before we get to the actual installation procedure, let's …

How Do I Winterize My RV's Water Heater 
To winterize an RV, is it necessary to add antifreeze to the water heater or just drain as much as you can from the heater and close the bypass? ANSWER: …

Should I Turn Off My RV's Converter When It's Plugged Into Electric? 
Pictured Above Progressive Dynamics Inteli-Power 9200 Series 60 Amp Converter/Charger with Built-in Charge Wizard I am living in my parked RV …

Where Can I Get an RV Roof Ladder Extension? 
I have a 2000 Holiday Rambler Endeavor and I am looking for the extension ladder that goes with the roof access ladder. I have tried every known resource …

How Do I Improve Wi-Fi Reception in My RV? 
When we go to our campground membership resort, we have poor reception or signal in our trailer. Is there anything we can do to make it better or to buy? …

Air Conditioner Does Not Keep RV Cool 
When it is 102 outside, my temperature inside is 85. Is this normal, and if not, what can I do about it? ANSWER: Hi Lewis, Unfortunately, RV Air …

When Should I Use Overdrive on My Motorhome? 
When to use overdrive in a motorhome? ANSWER: Hi since you do not tell me whether your motorhome is powered by Gas or Diesel or its make, model or …

The 12 Volt Power in My RV Keeps Going On and Off 
While docked in an RV park, and running shoreline power, the 12-volt lights, 'fridge panel, gas detectors have been intermittently clicking off and on. …

Should I Level My RV With Slides In or Out? 
My question is,, Should the slides be in or out when leveling your RV using Hydraulic Jack‎s? I have heard both, I also was told by the dealer to level …

Does My RV Need a Surge Protector 
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Can I Run Both Of My RV's Air Conditioners on 30 Amp Service? 
I have 30 amp service only one AC will work at a time. How do I make both work at the same time. ANSWER: Hi Mark thanks for submitting your question …

Waste Water Not Draining Out of My RV's Shower 
Why won't water drain out of the shower? First time out after winterized. ANSWER: Hi Karen, the first thing I would suggest you do is to make sure …

The Windows are Falling Out of My 2005 Roadtrek 210 Poplar RV 
My rear side crank out windows are coming apart and the crank out glass has fallen out. The glass seems to be coming unglued. This has happened on …

How Many Feet of Cable Do I Need to Hook Up My RV To Cable TV at an RV Park? 
What length of coaxial cable is needed to connect a motorhome to the RV park cable TV connection? ANSWER: Hi Bonnie, this question would be quite …

Anyone know who makes this trailer?  
Does anyone know who makes this trailer? It says Honey but I can't find any specs on it anywhere online. I'd like a manual, or any info on the parts …

How Do I Convert the Reclining Chairs in My RV into Single Beds? 
I recently purchased a 32 foot 1987 Winnebago Itasca motorhome. I was told that the two captains chairs in the living area converted to make a single bed. …

Tips on Buying a Used RV From a Private Owner 
We are looking at a 1998 Newmar diesel pusher. I read your article about your wife and negotiating. Do you think -20% from the owner's asking price is …

My RV's Roof Top Air Conditioner Continually Cycles on and Off 
Editor's Note: This question is in reference to a 1998 Nomad Fifth Wheel. The air conditioner cuts on, really cools, cuts off then immediately cuts …

My RV's Holding Tank Gauges are Inaccurate 
Why does it seem every time I empty the holding tanks at a dumping station the monitors always read that liquid is still present? ANSWER: Hi, this …

Our RV's Toilet is Always Clogging Up 
Editor's Note: This question is in reference to a 2003 Conquest Our RV's toilet keeps plugging up. We have tried several chemicals that we got …

My RV's Water Heater Froze During Winter Can I Still Use It? 
Did not winterize, Suburban Water Heater bulged enough to crack insulation. Have filled with water & no leaks. Nervous to light it up. Will heat make …

Our RV Awning Broke in Half 
What can some causes be for an awning to break in the center of the retractable pole? There was no prior known damage nor was there bad weather. We …

Why is My RV Shocking Me? 
I have just bought a 2004 camper. I get shocked inside and outside. I have had all new breaker box put in outside at the pole. I notice that the 30 …

Who Manufactured My Leisure-Craft Class C Motorhome? 
I just bought a 1986 Leisure-Craft Class C on a Ford chassis. What can you tell me about where it was made and when the company folded? Any ideas on …

Manual Slideout is Stuck Out on 1996 Mallard Trailer 
Just bought this trailer and the owner says it's a manual tip out and needs 4 men to get it back in. Is there anything that will help with this process …

Can a Ford Escape be Flat Towed By a Motorhome? 
I have a 2004 Ford Escape with a 5-speed manual transmission. Can it be flat towed or will I need to use a dolly? ANSWER: Hi John thanks for submitting …

Bad Odor Coming From My RV's Bathroom Sink Cabinet 
I have an odor in my bathroom sink in my 5th Wheel. When you open the cabinet under the sink, the smell is terrible. I don't know what could be causing …

We Only Get 1 Channel On Our RV's New TV 
We have a 1989 Mallard motor home with a round antenna on the top. You do not have to rise it up. When watching TV there is a switch in the compartment …

Can I Plug My 50 Amp RV Into a 15 Amp Plug? 
Can I plug into 15 amp power at my home while my coach sits in my driveway and runs one ac? It has 50 amp power. If not, what can I use? ANSWER: …

Can My 1988 Dolphin Motorhome Go Any Faster Than 55 MPH? 
Can I get it to go faster? ANSWER: Hi thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. Let The Good Sam Extended Service …

My RV is Shaking Going Down the Road 
My 34-foot class A RV was shaking so bad it shook out all the stuff in the cabinets. I towed it to an alignment place they could find anything wrong. They …

Fresh Water Tank Fills Up and Overflows When My RV is Connected to City Water 
When I hook up my 1998 Lance camper to a city or freshwater source my freshwater tank fills up after a day or so, then runs out the fill valve. I …

My RV's Generator Is Not Getting Fuel 
I have 2004 Winnebago Brave with and ONAN 5500 Generator on-board. The fuel pickup from the Chassis does not pump fuel. I connected an external boat …

Changed RV's House Batteries Still Have No Power 
2005 Damon Challenger batteries not working. Just replaced both house batteries and the only thing that works is shore power and generator. No power when …

Filling RV's hot water Heater With Water After Winterization 
The book that came with our 99 Terry Fleetwood is not very informative. I cannot figure out what steps to take get the plumbing going after winterization. …

The Radio in My Rv Doesn't Work 
Editor's Note: This question is in reference to a 2001 Kit Companion Fifth Wheel Trailer The radio has been tested and is OK. I also have no power …

My RV's Queen Bed Won't Lower 
I just bought a 2006 Sunnybrook Solanta 3310ltd model. I raised the queen bed to see the storage space underneath and now I cannot get the bed to go down. …

Where Is The Fuse For The Slide Out in My Travel Trailer? 
The manual for my 2007 Kampsite Travel Trailer says that if the slide-out does not work to check the fuse which is located in the Battery Compartment. …

No Water Comes Out Of The Hot Side Of My RV's Faucets. 
RV water pump will pump cold water, But not the hot, city water will work, But not thru the Hot Faucets. ANSWER: Hi John thanks for submitting your …

Some Electrical Outlets Are Not Working In My Motorhome 
1999 Four Winds Hurricane Class A. Drivers and Passenger Side electrical outlets stopped working. All lights are OK. Changed fuses in the bedside fuse …

Need Advice On Full-Time RVing In a Truck Camper  
I will be retiring in the near future, and I want to see the 49 states and Canada in a truck camper but don't know what kind of camper and truck would …

My RV Battery Keeps Going Dead 
I have a 2007 Western Recreation Alpine 36' home. I am staying at a campsite with 50 amp service but my battery keeps going dead (engine) and I would …

How Do I Fix the Rattles and Squeaks in My Motorhome? 
I have a 1998 Fourwinds Windsport Class A motorhome with a dashboard that squeaks and rattles when driving. The dashboard screws in front of the …

Do I Really Need To Keep My RV's House Batteries Charged? 
Do I really need to keep the house batteries charged? I RV a lot and I usually plug-in or dry camp and use the generator. As far as I know, the house …

Is It Normal For My RV's Water Pump To Make a Growling Sound? 
While dry camping, when I turn on the switch to the water pump, I get a loud grrrrrr sound that stops after a few seconds. Once the sound stops, I go …

How Do I Get Around In The National Parks After Parking My RV? 
How do you get around the National Parks after you park your RV and you don't have cars or bikes? ANSWER: Hi Rob thanks for submitting your question …

Help, Squirrels are Eating My RV 
My Class C is in the shop now to repair fuel lines and maybe other damage caused by squirrels. I first noticed teeth marks on the plastic parts under …

5th Wheel Trailer Can't Have Heat and Hot Water At Same Time 
My mother in law lives in a Fifth Wheel on an RV pad I built for her a couple a years ago. She has started having problems with her central heat kicking …

How much will my RV's mileage increase with a lighter toad vehicle 
I have a 2008 Gulfstream Endura with a Chevy diesel engine. I tow a Dodge Dakota truck which weighs approx. 3355 pounds. We love towing this vehicle, but …

Who Manufactured My 1975 Salls Camper Trailer? 
I have just purchased a 1975 Salls Camper Trailer that is 2200 lbs and double axle. I cannot find any information on this unit. Who manufactured this …

The LED Brake Light Strip on My Windsport 34T Motorhome is Not Working.  
The brake lights on our 2012 Thor Windsport 34T are working but the stop light bar is not. My husband checked the fuses and all seem to be OK. The …

Motorhome won't start unless RV House Batteries are used 
I can't start the engine on my motorhome without using the RV batteries, engine has new battery, new alternator, new starter but won't start unless I use …

Is a 350 ci Chevy Engine Powerful Enough for a Class C RV? 
I am looking at a 1985 24' Minni with a 350 Chevy carburated in a class C. Is this motor strong enough to really pull this motor home? I would also like …

Can I Leave My RV's Holding Tanks Full During The Winter? 
I just got a used Class A Motorhome and the black water and gray water tanks are full and it is going to snow. I found that I have no hose to drain the …

Can I Use a Standard Kitchen or Bathroom Faucet to Replace a Bad Faucet in My RV? 
We have a 73 GMC Motorhome and want to know if we can buy regular house taps, for the bathroom in our RV. Would pressure from an outside connection be …

Should I Buy a Used RV That Has a Delamination Issue? 
I am looking at buying a 1999 30 ft coachman 305MB. I noticed some delamination on the passenger side pf the RV by the overhead bunk area, the window …

New RVer Needs Advice Should He Buy A Gas or Diesel Motorhome? 
Hi Folks: I am thinking of getting into an RV/Motorhome now that my wife and I are retired. We live in Florida but have enjoyed many car trips to parts …

The Engine In My Motorhome Starves Itself Of Fuel. 
I replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter, rubber fuel hoses and ECM control module in my 1983 Ford Tioga 27' motorhome. It has a 460 engine in it and still …

Can I Leave My RV's Water Pump On? 
My spouse wants me to turn the pump off after I am done doing dishes, washing hands and then turn it back on when I need it again, is this a have to or …

When My RV Is Plugged Into a GFCI Outlet The Power Converter Is Tripping The GFCI 
The converter in my 2005 Keystone Challenger 5th wheel causes the GFI to trip every time I plug into it. The GFI is 20 amps and the converter circuit …

Can a 30 Amp RV Plug Into a 50 amp Connection? 
Can a 5th wheel that has a 30 amp system, use 50 amps at an RV park? ANSWER: Hi Wren thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

How Do I Repair A Tear In My RV's Rubber Roof 
Our Allergo Motorhome has a tear in the rubber roof coating down to the wood. It has started leaking now and we need to know how to patch it in order …

The Front of My Fifth Wheel Trailer is Delaminating 
2003 Tahoe transport 27TB 5th wheel front panel is delaminating. I have seen 2007 models made with a front cap similar to what alpenlite uses. Could …

Propane Leak Detector Went Off In Our RV. What Do We Do? 
Our LP gas leak Detector went off while camping. How hard is it to find a gas leak? Who is qualified to do it? We didn't smell gas... ANSWER: …

Fixing Oxidized Yellowing Headlight Lenses On An RV 
I am having a problem with the headlights on our 2001 Fleetwood Terra Class A motorhome. The front headlight covers have turned yellow. I have tried using …

Leaking Slide on KZ Fifth Wheel Trailer, Is This a Design Flaw? 
We just bought a 2003 KZ Sportsmen Fifth Wheel, 28 ft...with one slide, in the living/dining area, I think it is a 12' slide. we just found that it had …

RV Furnace Stopped Working? 
OK, so we just bought our first used RV. Everything was supposed to work - but alas it has been one thing after the next. We tried the furnace for …

Cannot Find The Batteries On My Class A Motorhome. 
I purchased a used 1994 Seabreeze Class A Motorhome. 31 ft manufactured by National. I want to do maintenance and can not find any batteries. Can anyone …

RV House Batteries Bad Can I Still Plug RV Into Electric? 
My house batteries are shot in my motor home. Will everything work if I go to an RV park and just use the power supplied even when the house batteries …

RV Holding Tank Indicator Not Accurate 
After we dump both holding tanks on our '93 Rockwood Bayport, the indicator panel still shows holding tank #2 2/3rds full. Is there a valve we're missing? …

We Can't Get Water Out Of The Fresh Water Tank On Our RV 
We put 50 gallons of water this past weekend in the back water tank of our 1985 PACE Arrow RV. Only to find out that the water would not come out of the …

Static In Picture Of Digital TV In RV 
I have a 92 Four Winds Class C Motorhome.I wanted to check and see if the cable connection was working OK. I ran a cable from the house to the connection, …

Air Conditioner Problems In Our RV 
My A/C was running fine and then we started having problems with it shutting itself off. It would run fine and then after a while it would only run for …

I Want To Install a 12 Volt Fan And Thermostat In My RV's Refrigerator 
I have a 12 volt fan I would like to install to aid in refrigerator cooling. the fridge is a Dometic RM2351. Can you tell me what type of thermostat …

Are Safety Chains Required To Tow a 5th Wheel Trailer In the US? 
I would like know if safety chains are mandatory when entering the United States when towing a 5th Wheel Trailer? ANSWER: Hi thanks for submitting …

How can you keep the decals on your RV from peeling off? 
How can you keep the rv decals from peeling off? ANSWER: Hi Lana, peeling decals on RV's is an all too common problem. Once the decals become brittle …

Interior and Porch Lights Not Working on RV 
Interior and porch lighting does not work either off battery or when plugged into AC. All fuses and breakers are good. CO detector and furnace blower …

Can I Use Drano In the Drains In My RV? 
I want to know if I can use Drano in my sinks to clean the drain pipes and RID-X in my tank. ANSWER: Hi Linda, first let me answer your initial questions …

12 Volt System On My RV Does Not Work When Not Plugged Into 120 Volts 
Everything on my motorhome electric system works well with a generator or hooked up to 120v power. Once disconnected the 12 volt systems do not work. …

Odd Travel Trailer Tire Wear 
I own a 2008 Fleetwood Mallard 180CK Travel Trailer; its tires are wearing odd to me. The tires are wearing on the inside and outside edges faster …

Can I Walk On the Roof of My RV? 
I have a 1996 Fleetwood Tioga Class C Motorhome. It has a rubber roof and I want to clean and recoat it with dicor rubber roof coating . II weigh …

Suburban Water Heater in RV Will Not Stay Lit 
The water heater will not stay lit past the 3 times the igniter cycles. When the igniter is igniting the gas valve stays open and it stays lit. The second …

Can RV Hot Water Heaters Be Replaced 
I have a 1992 Terry Resort. I have a water leak under the sink it looks like it's coming from the water heater. Could the water heater have cracked? and …

Breaker Trips When I Plug My RV Into AC Outlet 
When I plug my 1997 Wildwood fifth wheel camper into an AC outlet, the circuit breaker trips (I'm talking about the breaker in my electrical panel in my …

Could This Be An RV Converter Problem? 
Humming sound in my 2010 Fleetwood Bounder RV when plugged into electricity. It is a 50 amp plugged into a 25 amp and we have the correct adapter. Only …

Adapters You Need to Plug RV Into Home Electric Systems 
Yes, I have a pop camper and I want to make sure our ac is working before we go camping. Since it is a 3 prong, I wanted to see where I could get an adapter …

Wildwood Ultra Lite Travel Trailer Floor Is Sagging 
2010 Ultra Lite Travel Trailer Wildwood floor sags after I-Beam frame. ANSWER: With the limited information you have provided me I have no way of …

How to Make Mazda Miata Flat Towable 
I have a 1999 Mazda Miata with a manual 5 speed transmission that I want to make flat towable behind my Motorhome. The owner’s manual states that I have …

Replacing Curtains in an RV 
Where can I obtain replacement curtains for a 1989 Winnebago? ANSWER: If you are talking about the curtains that cover the windshield on your motorhome …

Filling Up RV Water Heater 
If I hook my RV up to city water, will it automatically fill the hot water heater? If so, how do I fill the water heater using my storage tank? Thank …

Can't Receive Any Digital TV Stations With Winegard Roadstar Antenna 
I have a 2005 concord, Winegard Roadstar 2000 antenna and a new digital TV. Cannot get any channels. does this antenna have a booster or do I need one …

Does Anyone Know Anything About Pan Pacific Travel Trailers Built In The 60s? 
I have a 1969 Pan Pacific Trailer that was purchased by my grandfather new in 1969. However, I have no manuals and cannot find any information on the web …

How to Watch TV While Camping 
We are camping in a few weeks and would so love to be able to watch TV a little! What would we need to buy to be able to do this? ANSWER: Hi Amy …

GFCI Outlet Problems In Fifth Wheel Trailer 
I am looking for the reset button for some GFCI outlets on my 1996 Sunnybrook 5th wheel.... None of the outlets have buttons so there must be a central …

7 Pin Connection Problems On Travel Trailer 
When I connect the 7 pin connection to my tow vehicle, sometimes one of the turn signal will not work, and sometimes the brakes will not work. In the past, …

RV Pilot Light and Info Lights Panel Not Working Properly 
Quick set up...1989 Pace Arrow set up at a permanent campground with electric and water. I need to switch my aux. power on to power the LP detector and …

House Batteries on 5th Wheel Trailer Not Charging 
I went camping with the family this week and came across an issue with my 5th wheel's 12v charging system. I have a 2006 Keystone Raptor 3712. If it …

Bad Smell When RV Air Conditioner Is Run 
I get an almost sewer-type smell when I first use the AC; it is especially noticeable if you go out for a while and then come back in. ANSWER: Hi …

Problems with Minnie Winnie Transmission 
Our transmission was slipping and would not go into gear. So we took it apart and rebuilt it. Now it will only go into 1st 2nd and reveres. What could …

Put Car Antifreeze in Fresh Water Holding Tank 
How do I, or is it possible even possible, clean automobile antifreeze from an RV freshwater holding tank - so that it is safe to provide potable water!? …

Problem Filling the Fresh Water Tank on Travel Trailer 
I have a 98/99 24 ft. Prowler travel trailer (first year). I drained the tanks for the winter and now I can't get the fresh water tank to accept water. …

Can I Plug My 30 Amp RV Into The Dryer Plug In My House? 
Is there an adapter that would allow me to plug the 30 amp RV cord into my dryer plug in the house? ANSWER: Greetings Tim thanks for submitting your …

Sewer Smell from Vent under RV Sink 
My 2008 Salem kitchen sink does not have an outside vent. It is vented under the sink with a flapper-type vent. When I leave the gray water open, it fills …

Will Two 6 Volt Deep Cycle Batteries In RV Provide Power Longer Then One 12 Volt Battery? 
I have a 20' travel trailer and a friend of mine has told me that if I bought 2 6 volt golf cart batteries that I would have a longer battery time when …

Where Can I Get Tension Pole Shelving For My RV? 
I have a 10" gap between the microwave and cabinet. I'd like to put in some tension shelving in that space. Any ideas? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting …

Where Can I Get A Used Entry Door For My Travel Trailer? 
Where can I find a used entry door for my 2001 Sierra Travel Trailer? ANSWER: Hi Norma, finding a used Entry Door that will fit your Travel Trailer …

Riding in a 5th Wheel Trailer While Being Towed In Florida 
Can you travel inside a 5th wheel trailer while it is being towed in Florida or other states? ANSWER: Hi Bill, there are states in the US that allow …

Problem with Bigfoot Leveling System on RV 
I recently purchased a used 1997 Gulfstream Sun Voyager with a Quadra Bigfoot Leveling System. When I start the engine the left jacklight blinks red all …

RV Water Pump Runs But Does Not Pump Water 
I just recently dewinterized my fifth wheel, now the water pump will not cycle. The pump runs but there is no pressure. It pumps a combination of air …

RV Batteries Discharge Even When Plugged Into Shore Power 
My batteries, chassis and house, discharge even if it is plugged into shore power; if I can get the generator started then the coach will start. I have …

None of The Holding Tank Gauges Work On My RV 
I have a 1996 Pace Arrow Vision 36 b where are the holding tanks? The monitor works for the batteries and the propane but do not for the freshwater and …

Why Is My Motorhome Overheating? 
I have a 1983 Fleetwood Southwind 32'. I have a Chevy 454 7.4L engine. I have recently been having trouble with it overheating. I have had the radiator, …

Air Conditioner in RV Keeps Tripping the RV's Circuit Breaker 
AC keeps flipping my 20amp breaker in my travel trailer. I can put the fan on and its okay but when the compressor comes on it flips the breaker in a short …

RV Keeps Tripping Circuit Breakers in My House 
I have a 2010 Rockwood Roo. Last night I picked up the trailer and brought it home. I plugged the trailer into my house, and it tripped my house fuse. …

How to Safely Use Small Electrical Kitchen Appliances in an RV 
I have a 2007 Rockwood UltraLite Signature Series. Can you use a crockpot or other small cooking appliances in the trailer? I used a toaster oven, but …

Propane on RV Refrigerator Won't Light Igniter Does Not Work 
Refrigerator is Silhouette model s1621. ANSWER: Greetings James thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. Based …

How to Maintain an RV Air Conditioner 
We recently bought a 97 Holiday Rambler its 32 feet, being in it here and there it doesn’t seem to cool off, its 32 feet and has a 5000 Onan generator, …

Interior Lights on Pop-Up Camper Do Not Work 
I have a 1995 Jayco Eagle 10UD and when I hook up to the AC power from the house, all the outlets work, but none of the interior lights do. Is this normal? …

The Plumbing in My Park Model Trailer Is Making a Strange Noise 
I have a 2002 Jayco Cove park model trailer. When the water faucets are turned on or the toilet flushed there is a hummming noise that can be heard inside …

Leaking RV Slide Out 
We have a 2006 Alfa 5th wheel and when the one slide out is out it leaks in the bedroom when it rains. There is a small gap. Alfa is out of business, can …

House Battery Location on a Class C RV 
I just bought a 1985 Lindy motorhome by Skyline and can't seem to find the auxiliary battery. I have no power when not connected to 115 volt. there may …

How to Clean RV Day/Night Pleated Blinds 
How do you go about cleaning Day/Night pleated RV blinds? ANSWER: Here are some common methods that RVer's use to clean their Day/Night Shades/Blinds …

How Do I Convert The Dining Table In Our Travel Trailer To A Bed? 
I just purchased a 2005 Kodiak 160 from a private seller. We are thrilled with our purchase, but the previous owner had no manuals or paperwork. Thankfully, …

1979 Winnebago Chieftain Motorhome Door Latch 
We have a 1979 Chieftain Winnebago Motorhome in need of a new door latch (the entire assembly) - does anyone know the MFG Number or a solid aftermarket …

Electrical Outlets in 5th Wheel Trailer Not Working 
Hi there I only have one plug in my 1999 Jayco Eagle 5th wheel that is working. All of my appliances and lights are working. It is just the plug ins that …

RV Slide Out Bowed At the Bottom 
What causes a slide out to bow outward along its bottom edge? ANSWER: Greetings Rich thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Can Passengers Ride In A Travel Trailer Or 5th Wheel Trailer Going Down The Road? 
I know state laws differ; do any states allow passengers in a towed travel trailer? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV …

AC Power Not Working In Travel Trailer 
Hi, I have DC power but no AC power. I have a Jay Feather Featherlight LGT 26s (2005) any suggestions? Thanks All. ANSWER: Greetings Travis thanks …

How To Quiet Down RV Water Pump 
When I run my 12 volt water pump it’s very loud. The lines are bled of air & the pump is tight to the floor. Any thoughts would be helpful. Thank you …

Can I Use A Regular House Toilet In My Travel Trailer? 
Hi, I was wondering if there is a way to put a regular toilet in a travel trailer so that the holding tank is taken off, so I can hook up to a septic tank …

What Is The Best Awning For a Truck Camper? 
We just purchased an older slide in camper (1991) that appears to be in really good shape, however, it has not ever had an awning. We would like to install …

The Air Conditioner on My RV is Leaking Water inside the RV 
I have a 1998 Coachmen Catalina. When I turn my air conditioner on, water drips through the filter. ANSWER: Hi Bill since you did not mention that …

I Need Decals (graphics) for Pace Arrow Motorhome 
I need a complete set of decals (graphics) for a 1998 Pace Arrow Vision 36 foot with the GM chassis. I need both sides from the back to the front and all …

Allegro Bus Motor Home Screen Door Damaged Latch 
Where can I order replacement parts for the broken latch on my 2007 Allegro Bus. This is a poor design and apparently has resulted in numerous problems …

I Want To Replace My RV's Jackknife Sofa with a Fold Out Sofa Sleeper 
I have a standard Jackknife sofa sleeper. To get more sleeping space, I would like to replace it with a traditional fold-out type sofa sleeper. It seems …

RV Slideout Adjustment 
I have a 2003 Keystone Cougar 294RLS and the back side of the slideout has about a 1/4" to 3/8" gap from sealing to the inside wall. The slideout seals …

The Compressor on My RV's Air Conditioner Will Not Come On 
I have a Winnebago Minnie Winnie 2000 on a Ford E450 chassis. When I try to run the AC, the unit tries to start but when the compressor seems to start …

Where to Find an Owner's Manual For a 1974 Sun Lite Popup Camper? 
We recently purchased a used 1974 Sun Lite Popup Camper and we would love to find a manual for it as there are a couple things we don't know how to work …

The Fan on My RV's Inverter Comes On When I am Plugged Into Shore Power 
Why does the fan go on in my inverter when I'm plugged into a power source? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

How to Clean Aluminum Blinds in RV 
Have mini motor home want take blinds out to clean them. ANSWER: The actual cleaning of the blinds is pretty simple and straight forward. It …

Low Water Pressure in RV 
My family complains about the water pressure for some reason. I have no problem with it, though; I can't fit in the shower. I am way too tall. Is there …

RV Furnace Does Not Produce Heat On Electric Only 
Furnace not producing heat with electrical, just propane? Is that normal? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Run RV Roof Air Conditioner on a Power Inverter 
I have an 85 model motor home without dash AC. Living in Texas the AC is a necessity and I want to know if I can run the roof AC on an inverter. ANSWER: …

How to Light Water Heater and Furnace In a RV 
How do I light the pilot for the water heater and furnace on my 30 ft 1999 Fleetwood Terry Trailer? ANSWER: Hi Chris based on the year of your RV …

Where To Get Owner's Manual for a Fleetwood RV 
Where can I get Fleetwood Travel Trailer Manuals? ANSWER: Greetings Jim thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

RV Water Pump Is Pumping Water Out Of The City Water Connection 
My water pump is running but no water is coming out of the faucets and toilet not flushing. I loosened the hose on the discharge side of the pump and turned …

Getting Electric Shocks When Touching RV 
RE: Shocks when working on tires/rims - air brakes? When removing the tires to grease the bearings my husband was receiving shocks. He just now was …

The Hydraulic Leveling Jacks on My Motorhome Will Not Retract All The Way 
I have a 1995 Fleetwood Pace Arrow 37 foot Motorhome and I can't find an owner’s manual to see if I can resolve my problem. The problem is that the front …

How to Remove Decals and Graphics on an RV 
How hard is it to replace the decals on a 1997 35' Southwind? Where can you purchase new decals, and about do they cost? ANSWER: Hi Steve thanks …

The Slideout on Our Travel Trailer Makes a Popping Noise When Opening It 
I have a 2006 28 ft Spirit of America with a large mechanical slide out. It has 2 racks ganged together with a square tube. When you first engage the slide …

I Only Have 88 Volts Coming Out of My RV's Power Inverter 
With two fully charged marine batteries wired in parallel I am only getting 88 volts through my inverter. It is a 500 watt msw inverter and I am in …

Something Is Draining The House Batteries On My RV 
When the house battery is fully charged and the fridge is on, after an hour or so the battery drains down 30% shuts the fridge gas off. The battery gauge …

Where is the fresh water holding tank drain on my RV? 
I have a 2000 coachman Catalina 289 FK and I was wondering where the drain was for the freshwater tank? ANSWER: I am afraid that I cannot tell you …

The Signal Booster on My RV's Antenna is Not Working 
Antenna booster fuse in a 2004 Windsport Motorhome where is it? ANSWER: I am going to assume that based on your question that the antenna amplifier …

How Much Does It Cost To Replace A Gas Engine In a Motorhome? 
We just bought a Class C Motorhome (Bigfoot with 4 wheel drive) with a Ford V10 engine that needs replacement. What might we expect to pay for the replacement …

Can I Put a Tow Hitch on a Fifth Wheel Trailer To Tow a Seadoo Trailer? 
I have a 2006 Alpha Sun Fifth Wheel. I want to tow my Seadoo trailer behind it. However it does not look like the frame rails go all the way back. Is it …

How Do I Increase the Security of the Storage Compartment Locks On My RV? 
To preface my question, I have read the article on your website about RV Compartment keys being useless when it comes to only having two kinds of keyed …

How Can I Plug In a Regular Extension Cord Into a 30 AMP Plug at a Campground? 
In a KOA campsite, with a 30 amp power supply, can you plug a standard outdoor extension cord into the box, or does it require an adaptor of some kind? …

I Have Bad Digital TV Reception In My New RV 
I have a new camper. It came with a 26" flat-screen TV. With the antenna up, I can only receive PBS stations. My old camper with a flat-screen would pick …

I Hooked Up The House Batteries Wrong On My RV, Now What? 
I connected the two 6 volt batteries wrong. Everything works when I have the generator on or the RV plugged in. The unit does not work otherwise. Where …

My RV's Water Pump Keeps Cycling On and Off 
I have a 2003 Gulfstream Conquest and seem to be having water pump problems. According to the shureflo pump, it is a on demand pump that will shut itself …

The Blower Motor On My RV's Furnace Does Not Come On 
The furnace goes on, but the heat coming out from the vents is minimal, could it be the fuses for the Fan or blower? (I noticed the fuses was reversed …

The TV In Our Motorhome Will Not Work When The Motorhome Is Running 
We just bought a 2005 Coachman Concord which has TV and DVD/VHS player in coach area. Both run fine with generator power when RV is turned off. When …

What Does a 12 Volt Battery Disconnect Switch On An RV Do? 
How does the 12-volt battery disconnect work? I have lost 12-volt power on our 2006 Four Winds Hurricane. ANSWER: Hi Dieter, a 12-volt battery disconnect …

What Is The 3 Head Burner On The Back Bumper Of My Motorhome For? 
I found a 3 head burner on the rear bumper on a 1988 Superchief. It has a line running to it from the gas tank, but would only get fumes if it was used. …

The Refrigerator In My RV Does Not Work On Propane 
I just got an older Motor home, I can't get propane to the refrig, it runs great on AC. I have propane to the the stove. Just can't figure out why it is …

Where Can I Find The Exterior Paint Color Code For My RV? 
Yes, I have a 1999 Fleetwood RV, where can I find the Exterior paint code on the RV. I have tried my local auto paint store, and was told no chips on it. …

An RV Dealer Told Me That Travel Trailers Are Not Sturdy Enough To Go To Alaska  
After Purchasing a 21 ft 2007 Kodiak Travel Trailer to tow behind my 1/2 ton pickup for a trip to Alaska and back; I was told by an R V dealer that was …

A Warning Light On The Dash Of My GMC Motorhome Comes On and Starts Buzzing 
I have a 1988 Suncrest GMC Motorhome and while driving the light on dash came on and started buzzing. The temp was OK and all fluids are fine and drives …

I Keep Blowing The Circuit Breaker On My RV When I Hook Up To Shore Power 
Hi I just purchased a 2006 Lexington B+ Motorhome, with 30 amp power, on our first trip when we plugged into the park power our main breaker kept blowing, …

What Is The Best Solution For Short Term RV Satellite TV Service? 
I have a coach with a satellite dish. In the past, I utilized a service from Dish Network that allowed me to start and stop service on a daily basis without …

Where Can I Buy a Used Tow Dolly? 
I want to tow my Jeep Liberty, but, don't want to tow bar or a car carrier. I "think" I want a used car tow dolly. Where could I look for one and what …

How Can I Repair The Lift System On My Pop Up Camper? 
1994 flagg staff model 7916-11 ANSWER: Greetings James thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. First let me tell …

How To Open RV Awning 
We bought a 2004 Sun Vally 16 foot camper. Where can we find info on how to use the awning. This is our first camper so don't want to ruin anything. …

Who Manufactured The Slideout Assembly On My Savoy LX Travel Trailer? 
Who is the manufacturer of the slideout assembly for my 2006 Savoy LX by Holiday Rambler? ANSWER: Greetings Donald thanks for submitting your question …

What Size Generator Do I Need For My Travel Trailer? 
What size Generator do I need to run a 26 ft travel trailer, will a 2000 watt be enough? ANSWER: Hi Kim I am afraid that a 2000 watt generator will …

What Is The Switch Above The Sink In My Travel Trailer For? 
I bought a used 26' pull behind and there were no manuals at all. I have a switch (looks like a light switch) behind my sink above the water tank and battery …

I am getting no power from my RV's generator 
I have a 1995 Gulf Stream Ultra. It does not have an automatic power transfer switch- you must plug the RV power cord into the generator outlet or plug …

How Is My RV's TV Antenna Wired? 
I need to know the wiring diagram for the antenna's in a camper. Having troubles getting the TV’s to work. ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question …

Adjust RV TV Antenna 
When I install the analog to digital box, is there anything specific to do with the direction my antenna is aimed, or do I still spin it until I get some …

We Can't Register Our RV With The Because Of An Erroneous VIN Number On The Title 
We bought a 1979 Fleetwood Pace Arrow. All of the plates on the vehicle reflect the VIN as 14V044119..., yet the title says CPS3793314504. A title from …

The Generator on My 1986 Minnie Winnie Motorhome Does Not Power My 120 Volt Appliances 
I have a 1986 24" Minnie Winnie. When the generator is on it only seems to charge the 24v system. None of the 120v outlets work unless you plug it in. …

I Need Original Decals For My 1999 Fleetwood Pace Arrow Motorhome 
Decals for a 1999 Fleetwood pace arrow 35k? ANSWER: Hi Josh I get this question a lot. Unfortunately there are not a lot of places that sell the …

What Model Transmission Does a 1991 Fleetwood Pace Arrow Motorhome Have? 
I have a 1991 30ft Fleetwood Pace Arrow Southwind on a GM P-30 chassis with a 454 , the transmission is a 3 speed but I am not sure if it is a TH400 or …

The CD Player In The Concertone Entertainment System In Our RV Keeps Cutting Out? 
We are having trouble with the Concertone entertainment system ZX300's CD player, it starts and plays 14 - 20 seconds and stops... has anyone had this …

Which Is The Black Water Tank Valve and Which Is The Gray Water Tank Valve On Our RV??? 
Help! We're all hooked up to dump our 2003 Aurora Coachmen tanks for the first time ... which is the black tank drain valve and which is the grey water …

What Is The Weight of a 1995 Jayco 5th Wheel Trailer? 
Any idea what the GVW of a 1995 Jayco Fifth Wheel with a right side slide would weigh and is it 1/2 ton towable? ANSWER: Greetings Steve thanks for …

We Are Not Receiving TV In Our RV 
How do you check an RV TV Antenna to see if it is bad? How do you check the cable from the RV to the Antenna? When we use the Scan for channels, it …

I Need An Owner's Manual For A 1993 Flair 25' Class A Motorhome 
HI: I have 1993 flair 25' class A RV and looking for manual to find out where the fuses are located because my panel light does not work. ANSWER: …

What Is The Red Switch Under The Thermostat In My RV For? 
I just purchased a 2003 Trail Bay by R-Vision. There is a switch on the wall under the thermostat (has Atwood on it). When I flip it on it lights up red …

The Outdoor Shower On Our RV Is Leaking, How Do We Stop The Leak? 
We have a Coachman Catalina and accidentally hit the pump switch and cracked the inner piece of the outdoor shower unit. We are far from anything and want …

Where Are The Circuit Breakers In My Pace Arrow Motorhome? 
I am trying to locate the circuit breakers for the entry steps and the levelers that level the unit when parked. They don't seem to be anywhere near the …

What Is The Weight Of 1996 34 ft. Alfa Gold Fifth Wheel Trailer? 
Does any one know the weight of a 1996 34 ft. Alfa Gold Fifth Wheel? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

I Can't Get the Outside Speakers On Our RV to Work 
I have a 2007 Flagstaff 831 QBSS with the Concertone ZX 500 control system. I need to know how to turn the outdoor speakers on. I have the manual but can't …

Why Does the Fuse On My RV's Battery Blow Everytime I Plug RV Into Electric? 
Bought 89 Terry Resort Camper. Was told that Converter/Charger was bad. Replaced with 9200 60amp progressive Converter/Charger. Lights and all works …

Where Can I Find The Serial Number On a Dutchmen Travel Trailer? 
How do I get a serial Number on a 95 Dutchmen trailer so I can get it licensed? ANSWER: Greetings Dan thanks for submitting your question on our …

Where Is the 12 Volt Fuse Block On My 1987 Fleetwood Bounder Motorhome? 
I just purchased a 1987 Fleetwood Bounder, I can’t find the 12 volt fuse block, can you help?? ANSWER: Greetings Mike thanks for submitting your …

Setting up a Pickup to Tow a Travel Trailer 
I need to find out what I need to do to my Dodge Durango 2001 RT so it can pull a Wildwood Trailer. ANSWER: Hi Jennifer, your year and model Durango …

I Need An Owner's Manual For Fleetwood Flair Motorhome 
Where can I find a owners manual for a 2004 Fleetwood Flair 33r Motorhome? ANSWER: Greetings Glenn thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

Where Can I Get The Original Decals For an Alpha Gold 5th Wheel Trailer? 
Where can I purchase decals to replace the sun-faded decals on my 2004 Alpha Gold 5th Wheel Trailer ANSWER: Hi Janet I get this question a lot. Unfortunately …

Why Does My Toyota Odyssey Motorhome Overheat On Grades? 
My '90- 22' Toyo-Odyssey heats up on steep grades when the weather is hot in California and Arizona. I do not drive with the A/C on, or water tank full. …

How Come There Is No Water In Our RV's Hot Water Heater? 
We have a 93 Pace Arrow. Atwood 6 gal water heater that is not giving us hot water. Tried to flush the tank and found that it has no h20 in it. It lights …

Where Can I Get A Replacement Vent Cover For My Sun-Lite Travel Trailer?  
I have a 2004 Sun-Lite 210 by Sun Valley Inc. I need to replace the roof vent cover for the bath room roof vent. My question is what brand of vent was …

The Popup On My Popup Camper Will Not Go Down 
I have a 1993 Rockwood popup camper stuck in popup position, what can I do? ANSWER: Greetings Lu thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

My RV's Dashboard Heater Is Not Blowing Hot Air 
I have a 2004 Discovery on a Freightliner chassis. It has a 330 Cat diesel engine. The dashboard heater will blow a very, very little bit of warm (not …

What Do The Switches In The Entry Way Of Our 2006 Wilderness Travel Trailer Do?  
My wife and I are new to travel trailers and we bought a 2006 Fleetwood Wilderness trailer. We are not sure what the control switches are that are located …

What Does The Switch On The Ceiling of my 1993 Dutchmen Classic Trailer Do?  
I have a switch on the ceiling of our 1993 Dutchmen classic 35FK. It is located next to the A/C unit and we have no idea what it is for. We have the …

Why Won't Our RV Furnace Light? 
The blower kicks on but pilot won't light. what can I do besides replacing the furnace it self? The furnace was replaced by previouse owner in 97 for the …

Why Does The Check Light On Our RV's Dometic Refrigerator Stays On While In Auto Mode? 
My Dometic refrig (RM2652) has the check light come on after a few minutes while in AUTO and when plugged into AC power. Refrig still keeps things cold …

Where Can I Get Decals and Graphics For My Coachmen Leprechaun Motorhome? 
Have been searching the web for graphics and decals. I have a 2003 home and need to replace all decals and graphics, need help finding them. thanks for …

I Accidentally Flushed A Dead Mouse Down My RV's Toilet, Now How Do I Get It Out? 
How do you remove a dead mouse inside the black water tank? It was accidentally flushed. ANSWER: I have to admit that this is one of the most unique …

Why Is There A Sewer Smell In Our 5th Wheel Trailer? 
My husband lives full-time in our 5th wheel because of his job, and lately, we have had sewer smells. The camper sits for a long time without moving. Are …

Where Are The Batteries Located On a 1994 Seabreeze Motor Home? 
Where are the batteries located on a 1994 seabreeze motor home? ANSWER: Greetings lin thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Can I Install A 50 Amp Plug At My House So I Can Plug In My RV? 
Am I right to assume that the "50" amp system in my RV is just 2 legs W/each carrying 110-120 volts at 25+- amps each. My question is if I wanted put …

My 5th Wheel Slide Out Will Not Retract, What Can I Do? 
First it will go out but stopped it because the button on the inside indicated that was stuck and would not let me stop it and I kept pushing the button …

Why Won't Our RV's Slide Outs Slide In? 
We have a 2002 Dutchmen 38 ft w/2 slide outs. Have never had to slide them in.plugged in the cord,pushed the button and nothing happens.Is there anything …

Where Can I Get An Owner's Manual For An Alfa Gold 5th Wheel? 
We bought a 1997 Alpha Gold fifth wheel. Apha closed it's doors and we can't get an owner's manual. Can you help? ANSWER: Greetings Wayne thanks …

Where Can I Get A Replacement Window For My RV and Can I Install It Myself? 
Editors Note: This question is in reference to a 1990 30ft Dutchmen Travel Trailer. Where can I get a window for this trailer and can I do it how …

How Do I Start My Own Website So My Friends And Family Can Follow My RVing Adventures? 
I'd like to set up a travel site so family and friends can follow our adventures on the internet. Can anyone give me some tips on how to do that? …

Why Does My RV's Generator Keep Shutting Down? 
I have a Generac generator in a 1993 Seabreeze. The generator worked fine on our last trip until we headed home in the heat. The generator light would …

Where Can I Rent A Pickup Truck Setup To Pull A 5th Wheel Trailer? 
I just bought a travel trailer I need to move. I do not have a 5th wheel truck. Where could I rent a 5th wheel truck to move it? ANSWER: Greetings …

Why Is The Inside Of Our RV Giving Us Teary Eyes and Headaches?  
A dear friend just bought a used 2005 fifth wheel to live in temporarily. While moving in, his eyes started tearing up and within a couple of hours he …

Where Can I Find Replacement Decals For My RV? 
I have a 2004 Keystone z281 and am trying to sell it. The decals on one side have started to peel and I was wondering where I could find replacements …

How Come The Holding Tank Gauge On Our RV Always Reads Full? 
Waste tank 1 reads full when empty. ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. This is a common problem for …

Where Can I Get An Owner's Manual For My Coachmen RV? 
I just bought a 2004 Sportscoach Cross Country Motorhome 354, Cummins engine, Allison trans. and it has no manuals i would like to have them, would you …

The Fiberglass On The Side Of My RV Is Swollen, What Do I Do Now? 
Below window the fiber glass side is swollen. Will it go down when insides dry this spring? It will cost a fortune I don't have till next year. ANSWER: …

Where Can We Get The Specifications for Our Georgie Boy Motorhome? 
My husband and I are new to Rving and recently bought a 1993 Georgie Boy Cruise Master. We would like to know what is the fuel tank capacity, fresh water …

Where Can I Get a Suncrest Motorhome Fuel Hose? 
I have a 1991 class A Suncrest Motorhome; where can I buy the fuel hose that goes from the tank to the filler tube? ANSWER: Greetings Dennis thanks …

Where Can I Find A Wiring Diagram For My Winnebago RV? 
Where can I find a wiring diagram for a 1989 Winnebago Superchief? ANSWER: Greetings Ralph thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV …

Can I Use A Regular Refrigerator In My RV? 
My fridge/freezer is not working. Can you simply replace it with a mini fridge like the ones in stores? I don't need the option to use gas. ANSWER: …

Where Are The Fuses Located In a 2003 Sea Breeze Motorhome? 
Where are the fuses for the levelers & emergency generator in a National Sea Breeze LX 2003 Motorhome? ANSWER: Greetings Jacque thanks for submitting …

Is It Safe To Plug My Travel Trailer Into A Cheaper Portable Generator? 
I bought the 3050 watt 3500 watt maximum generator at Harbor Freight. The instructions say not to use with sensitive electronic equipment. Is it safe to …

How Can I Quiet Down The Portable Generator I Use When Camping? 
I have a portable generator . I would like to build a cover to help get rid of this problem. I am sure someone in your group has experienced this. …

Are RV Surge Protectors Safe? 
Are RV Surge Protectors safe? I would like to install one in my Motorhome rather than hang a $500.00 unit on the utility post. I saw a letter once …

Where Can I Get An Electric Lift Ramp For My Toy Hauler" 
I was wondering if anyone had any information on installing an electric rear ramp lift for toy haulers, There was 1 called the "Door Razzor " but you can’t …

Can I Plug In Two Or Three RVs Into My Home Electric? 
I read about how to connect an RV to a home. Is it possible to connect multiple RVs to a home? I will have guests at home for a reunion. They are traveling …

How Can I Tell If My RV's Converter Is Bad? 
How can I tell if my converter is bad? When I am connected to 50amp service my lights seem to switch back and forth to 12 volt. ANSWER: Thanks for …

How Come The Holding Tank Gauges On My RV Never Give An Accurate Reading? 
I am an owner of a Jayco 1997 since I have had it the gauges for the holding, gray and fresh tanks always show the same. I would like to know if there …

Does it hurt to leave the RV slide outs pulled out for extended periods of time when not in use? 
Does it hurt to leave slide outs extended for a month or so when not in use? ANSWER: Greetings Richard thanks for submitting your question on our …

How to Install a Tile Backsplash in Your RV 
My husband did it! He burned a spot on the paneling by the stove and I want to cover it by installing a tile backsplash over the paneling. My concern is …

Do Seatbelt Laws Apply To My Older Motorhome? 
We are looking at a 1976 Motorhome however there are no seatbelts in the back for our children. Is there a law that they wouldn't need them as long as …

What Reserve Capacity Should My RV's House Batteries Have? 
My Motorhome came with 4 industry standard 6 volt deep cycle house batteries. They are 5 years old and one or two of them are swollen and creating a lot …

I Just Got A Motorhome For Free, It Needs Work, Where Do I Start? 
I got one for free- seem it’s not getting any gas from the fuel lines so maybe the fuel pumps bad? Or fuel lines and the filter or just the tank has some …

What Is The Weight Of A Sunlite Hawk Camper?  
I have a used Sunlite Hawk camper (not sure of year) that I'm trying to figure out the weight of so I can do some math on towing capacity. Sunlite is …

Is RV Manufacturer Extreme RVs Back in Business? 
Has anyone tried to purchase products from Extreme RV? I understand that the company has been renamed Extreme Warrior RV and is selling RV's again. …

We Are New To RV living And We Have A Lot Of Questions  
My wife and I live in DC and will be retiring and buying an RV, she wants a Fifth Wheel but I feel that the cost of buying a truck to haul it isn’t worth …

Where Is The Switch To Turn On My RV's TV Antenna Booster? 
2004 Tioga Fleetwood SL I just purchased the above RV and can't find the booster for the TV. The previous owners never used it so they didn't know where …

We Are New To RVing What Do We Need To Know? 
We just purchased a 35ft BH 2010 Freelander. I'm puzzled about what we should or shouldn't put inside to make it our 2nd home and be safety conscious …

Where Is The Fuel Filter On A 1988 Gulf Stream Sun Sport RV With A 454 Chevy Engine? 
If there is one besides in the carburetor, it is hiding very well. Anyone that can help us with locating the legendary fuel line filter would be greatly …

Has Anyone Had This Problem With Their Georgie Boy Cruise Master Motorhome? 
I have a 1996 33' Cruise Master with no slides and 25600 miles. On turns or rough roads, there is a loud cracking/popping sound coming from the top left …

Is It Safe To Store A Motorhome In A Barn? 
We are planning to purchase a used diesel class A coach and will want to keep it in a heated Pole Barn. Will the diesel fumes permeate through the coach? …

What Is The Best Way To Store Pots And Pans In An RV? 
What is the best storage plan for all of the kitchen food and pots and pans I have a Keystone VR1 and wonder what the best plan for all the pots and …

Should We Cover Our RV During Winter Storage? 
I keep reading conflicting articles on Winter RV storage in mild to moderate snow areas, like eastern PA. and thought you might be able to lend a hand. …

How Can I Set Up My Travel Trailer Like A House In My Yard? 
I would like set up my Travel Trailer like a house in my yard. ANSWER: Greetings Lee thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

My RV's Battery Froze, Now The Fuses In My RV Keep Blowing 
Hi! I have a Scamp Travel Trailer with a blown 15 amp fuse. The only 12V accessories in the camper are three lights and a car stereo. When I parked …

Can The Propane Tanks In My Older RV Be Used While Lying On Their Sides? 
I have a 1993 Lance Camper, the old tanks lay on their sides in the compartment, I need to switch to new style OPD tanks can they lay on their sides as …

What Kind Of Pump Can I Use To Fill My RV's Fresh Water Tank When Dry Camping? 
I have been dry camping for years. The usual routine is to carry a spare 5 or 10 gallon containers along and manually or via a siphon recharge the fresh …

The Water In My 5th Wheel Trailer Sink Won't Drain 
I have a Grand Junction 5th wheel and the galley water in the sink will not drain. The control panel that tells me the levels on all tanks says that it …

My RV's Generator Is Not Providing Power To The Electrical Outlets In My RV 
My Onan Generator powers the hardwired microwave and the rooftop AC, but doesn't power the wall outlets. Breakers were cycled without effect. There's …

Why Do The Chassis Batteries On My Diesel Motorhome Keep Going Dead? 
My chassis batteries on my 2001 Monaco Knight drain within a day. The unit is plugged in to shore power, so I do not use the battery disconnect. Is this …

How Easy Is It To Replace An RV Water Heater? 
Although it seems to be pretty much straightforward, I am looking for any tips or possible hang-ups I may run into on the way as I have never done this. …

What Is The Best Way To Mount Things To The Wall Of My RV? 
I have a 2005 Coachmen Freedom Class C Motorhome that we purchased last year. Now that we have spent some time in it, we want to make some minor upgrades, …

We Only Get Cold Water From Our RV's Hot Water Tank Why? 
Have cold water pressure but not hot, have tried flushing and replacing air pocket What next? ANSWER: There could be several reasons why your RV's …

What Are The Restrictions For Towing A 5th Wheel Recreational Trailer In The USA? 
We live in Canada and are looking forward to buying a trailer. I like the layout of 5th wheels. I am told if you want to use a fifth wheel camper in …

Where Can I Get Replacement Decals For My 5th Wheel Trailer? 
I am currently restoring and updating my 1993 Wilderness 5th wheel and I can't seem to find a place where I can purchase the Decal for the front of the …

I Am A Fulltime RVer, What Address Do I Use To Apply For My Social Security Benefits? 
I am applying for Social Security online and they ask for a mailing address, which I have RV mailing, then they ask if I live there. Of course, I physically …

How Come The Electrical Outlets On One Side Of My RV Don't Work? 
I have just recently bought a 1994 Swinger Custom by Georgie Boy so I am a new to the RV world, problem is the outlets have stopped working on one side …

Where Can I Find A Replacement Window Screen For My RV? 
We bought a used Prowler Lynx and the screen for the emergency exit window in the bedroom is missing. I have searched the web and cannot find a replacement …

Where Can I Get Holiday Rambler RV Replacement Decals 
Where can I purchase the name Holiday Rambler for the two sides and rear of my 1995 Holiday Rambler Endeavor? ANSWER: Greetings Stan thanks for submitting …

Water Is Leaking In The Closet Of My RV, How Do I Find The Leak? 
I have a 99 Southwind 32' that I bought in early 2009. We went south last Feb and then returned home and stored the rv. We check on it about once a week …

How Come The Furnace On My Travel Trailer Will Not Stay Lit? 
I have a 33' Surveyor Travel Trailer. When I turn the thermostat for the heat on, the igniter just clicks and does not light the burner. I followed the …

What's The Proper Leveling Procedure for a Travel Trailer 
How to Level a Travel Trailer or Fifth Wheel ANSWER: The simple rule of leveling a Travel Trailer or 5th Wheel is to level side to side first and …

Where Can I Get Parts For My RV's Power Gear Slide Out System? 
The gear needs to be replaced in the motor for the room slide on our 1998 National Dolphin. We are having trouble finding any place to purchase a replacement …

I Can't Get Any TV Channels In My RV, How Come? 
I have a 2004 R-Vision Trail Bay. So since I cannot pick up any channels on my TV's which are only a few years old, do I need to have a bigger antenna …

How Many Miles Per Gallon Does Your Motorhome Get? 
Hi, I asked a while ago about what motorhomes get the best mpg. Now I am trying again to get more specific information. Can people just please …

Is It OK To Run My Motorhomes Engine When It Is Hooked Up To Electric? 
Will it hurt anything if I run the engine on my Motorhome every week while it is hooked up to a 30 amp electric connection? ANSWER: Greetings Elaine …

The Slide Out Seals On My 2007 Pilgrim Cirrus Travel Trailer Keep Leaking Should I Get Rid Of It? 
I have bought a 2007 pilgrim cirrus 27 crb with a super slide. We bought it new in august of 2009 and I still have 7 months left on my warranty. I have …

Why Is The Fresh Water Tank On My Motorhome Leaking? 
Hi, I was just given a 1988 Winnebago Itasca. I was testing it out and tried filling up the water tank. In less than a minute I noticed that the tank was …

The Black Water Tank On My RV Will Not Drain 
I have an 18 foot Coachman Catalina Travel Trailer. The black water tank doesn't drain, meaning I have to siphon it out every 3-4 days. Does anybody have …

Help! I Have Sewer Fumes In My 5th Wheel Trailer And I Can't Find The Source 
I just bought an Alfa Gold 2001 40 ft trailer to live it. I know nothing about trailers. I have strong sewer fumes filling the trailer and setting off …

How Long Will The Propane Last When I Run My RV Furnace? 
Our 1997 5th wheel is central air and ducted, and we just purchased it. The furnace comes on when the thermostat control selects the furnace mode. The …

Why Is The Converter On Our RV Not Charging The House Batteries? 
We recently purchased a 99 Terry Ex 5th Wheel Camper with 2 slides this is our first camper and we are new at this. As long as we have the camper hooked …

I Have No AC Power To The Slide Outs On My 5th Wheel Trailer 
I have recently purchased a 1992 Newmar Kountry Star fifth wheel travel trailer. It is a 40' with two slide outs. The DC circuits work but the AC circuits …

Where Is The Auxiliary - House Battery On A 1985 Winnebago? 
I have a 1985 34' Class A Winnebago Elandan. I have the manual which gives rather ambiguous information on the location of the auxiliary battery and I …

How Do I Secure Loose Furniture In An RV When Traveling? 
When we took ownership of our 5th wheel some of the furniture was tied down but not all. The reclining chairs that are part of the living room are the …

How to Connect a Propane BBQ to Your RV's Propane Tank 
Can you hook up an RV propane tank to a Weber Q Grill ? ANSWER: Hi Paul yes you can connect most any portable propane Grill or Propane Flat Top …

What Can You Tell Me About The Terravan RV By TurtleTop 
I recently saw a Terravan and really liked what I saw. It seems to be very well built, and just the right size. The only problem is that I do not see …

Should We Buy A Used 1997 Thor Pinnacle Motorhome? 
I was wondering if anyone has any information on the 1997 Thor Pinnacle. We are looking to buy our first motorhome and saw one on Craigslist. It has …

We Have No 12 Volt Power In Our Tent Trailer 
I have a 2002 Rockwood Freedom with a Centurion cs3000 converter. I am having a problem with the 12-volt system. I have no 12-volt power to anything. I …

The Check Light On The Dometic Refrigerator In My RV Keeps Coming On. 
My check light on my Dometic Refrigerator keeps coming on. It will run on gas for 2-4 hours then the light will come on, then I can switch over to electric, …

Where Can I get Slideout Seals For My RV? 
I have a 2000 Alfa Ideal 5th wheel & desperately need the rubber seals around both pop-outs replacing, but I can't find a dealer who stocks these items. …

Our RV Sofa Bed Is Too Short And Our Legs Are Too Long What Can We Do? 
The pull out couches in my RV are too short for me or my husband. Anyone have any ideas or know of how to retrofit with something else? Where to look, …

Where Can I Get A Heater Control Valve For My Motorhome? 
We have a 2003 National Sea Breeze. We have no air conditioning. The mechanic told us that the heater control valve is bad. Our RV is powered by a 8.1 …

Where Can I Get An Owner's Manual For A 1984 Toyota Dolphin Motorhome? 
I am looking for a Owner’s Manual for a 1984 Toyota Dolphin motor home. I saw a sales brochure on this site for an 85. Is there one for an 84? Thanks …

What Is Causing The Chipping Fiberglass On The Exterior Of My Motorhome? 
What is causing the exterior walls on my 2005 R-Vision Trail-Lite B+ motorhome to flake? There are dozens of pencil eraser sized flakes of fiberglass popping …

The Hydraulic Slide Out On My 5th Wheel Trailer Won't Close 
I have a '03 Montana by THOR and I am unable to retract my 1st slide (bedroom). It looks like the slide is trying to go out instead of in when I have fully …

The 12 Volt Accessories On My RV Don't Work When We Are Plugged Into Electric. 
I have a 1983 Layton Travel Trailer. It won't run any of the interior lights when plugged into AC power; it will run the plugs fridge and air. The lights …

Who Manufactured The Toyota Dolphin Motor Homes? 
1985 Toyota Dolphin camper body manufacturer needed for insurance question. ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An …

Our RV Slide Outs Will Not Go Out 
I have a 2006 Country Coach Inspire. I have replaced 2 Power Gear motors within a month. The first replacement worked fine. Today we replaced the large …

Where Can I Get A Systems Manual For An R-Vision 5th Wheel Trailer? 
need a systems manual for a 1996 r-vision sand castle 33ft 5th wheel with 12 ft slide out or info on where to get info on how to operate systems etc. …

How Do I Unfreeze My RV's Grey Water Tank? 
Help our gray water tank has frozen; what can I do? ANSWER: Hi Garry, you do not tell me how full your Grey Water Tank is. If your Grey Water Holding …

Where Can I Find The Hot Water Heater Switch On My RV? 
I am trying to locate the cut on switch for the hot water heater in a 1997 Coachmen Catalina. Looked all in the camper but must be overlooking it, please …

Where Is The Radio Antenna Located On A 2008 Dutchman Denali RV? 
Is there a radio antenna on a 2008 Dutchman Denali? ANSWER: Greetings Mary Ann thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

How Do I Adjust The Slide Out On My RV? 
I own a 2000, 26Ft, Fleetwood, Wilderness Trailer. Question: How do I adjust the slide out, it is the 18 inch style. It will not close completely causing …

How Can We Carry Two Kayaks On Our RV? 
We have a fifth wheel and would like to carry our two double kayaks. Does anyone manufacture or has anyone improvised a rack to go over the cab of the …

What Are The Most Common Problems On A 1987 Southwind Motor Home? 
I'm about to buy a 87 Southwind and am wondering if there is any problems I should know about. Something that may be an inherited issue on that specific …

The 12 Volt Electrical System On My RV Only Works When I Am Plugged In 
The 12 volt on my trailer is not working but when I plug into 110 everything works what am I missing? Tested inverter and electric getting to it. …

How Can I Plug A 15 Amp Plug Into A 50 Amp Campground Outlet? 
Campground has 50 amp female connector. 0 1 1 50amp female 1 I would like to convert to household female connector for use with common …

Why Would I Want To Install Solar Panels On My RV? 
Why would I want solar panels? Are they installed so that the generator is not needed? ANSWER: Hi, let me start off by saying that a Solar Charging …

How Can I Stop The Diesel Engine On My RV From Overheating? 
My Allegro Bus has 1a at 300 engine. I have great difficulty keeping it from overheating; gauge into the red most of the time; even in cool weather; despite …

What Size Generator Do I Need for My RV? 
Pictured Above: Honda Super Quiet Gasoline Portable Generator with Inverter (EU3000IS1A 3000Watt Electric Start Inverter How big a generator would …

I Plugged An Electric Grill Into My RV And Now Half The Power In My RV Is Out 
I have a 50amp system and I guess I put too much strain on the 50 amps pulling in. Anyway I plugged a George Foreman Grill in to the galley GFII outlet. …

Where Can I Get A Room Slideout Switch For My RV? 
I have a 1984 Kountry Air 5th wheel with a living room slide that quit sliding out. I checked the switch and it has power to the terminals and when you …

Can I Plug My Fleetwood RV Into Home Electric? 
I just bought a 29 foot Fleetwood Carry. The battery is down on it. I have it in my driveway can I hook it up to my house electric? If so, how? This is …

Where Is The Fuse Box Located On My Travel Trailer? 
Where is the fuse box on a 1993 Shasta trailer located? ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Where Can I Get An Owner's Manual For My RV? 
Hi, I'm new to the RVing world. I acquired a 1988 Fleetwood Tioga Arrow Motorhome; there is no Owner's Manual with it. I don't know how to operate anything. …

Can I Take A Shower In An RV With No Electrical Hook Ups? 
We are borrowing our friends RV, and I found out the place we are going has no electrical hook-ups. Does that mean we can't use the shower? ANSWER: …

Where Can I Get LED Lights For The Inside Of My RV? 
Can I replace standard bulbs with LED lights in my RV? ANSWER: Hi, yes, you can replace the standard 12-volt lighting in an RV with LED Lights. …

Why Are All The Lights Inside My Travel Trailer Going Dim? 
I own a 2006 Gulfstream Innsbruck travel trailer. The last two winters while hunting I have ran into an electrical problem. I wake up in the middle of …

Why Is My RV's Generator Revving Up And Down? 
What causes the generator to rev up and down? The only thing I am using is 1 interior light at the time. When the generator acts up like that, the lights …

How Do I Repair A Leak In My RV's Skylight? 
We have a 2004 Terry Quantum by Fleetwood. We have just noticed water coming in around the skylight over the tub. We have checked on the roof and there …

Where Do I Add Brake Fluid And Power Steering Fluid In My RV? 
I have a 1993 33 ft. Southwind with a Chevy engine. I cannot find the power steering or the break filler. I have been advised it is under the chassis someplace, …

What 4 Wheel Drive Vehicles Can Be Towed By An RV? 
Editor's Note: This question was originally asked in 2009. What are my choices for 4 wheel towed vehicles? ANSWER: As you probably know by …

How Do I Find Out The Value Of A Motorhome? 
I am RV shopping. I like the class B or smaller class C RVs. So, I read up on your site. I want to get the value of an RV I'm looking at, a 2001 Dynamax …

I Shorted Out The Electrical System On My Travel Trailer, HELP!!! 
I shorted out the exterior plugin on my 1998 Wilderness Travel Trailer with a bad cord. This also shorted out my GFCI Receptacles 2 of them in the kitchen …

Where Can I Buy Replacement Storage Compartment Doors For My RV? 
I have a Sun-Lite 21ft Travel Trailer. In the front there is an exterior storage compartment; it measures 47.5"X14.5" that’s the door only. Including the …

How Do I Get Rid Of The Mouse Urine Smell In My RV? 
How do we get rid of mice pee smell in our RV's heater ducting? ANSWER: Greetings Wally thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

I Need Replacement Graphics For Our Itasca Class C RV  
Where can I purchase all decal graphics for my RV ANSWER: Hi Kathy since you do not tell me what year your Itasca is I cannot tell you what the chances …

Where Can I Find Replacement Decals For My Motor Home? 
Where can I find replacement decals for my 2001 bounder 33 ft motor home? ANSWER: Greetings John thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

I Am Having Problems With The Slide Out On My Travel Trailer 
I have an Fleetwood Wilderness Travel Trailer when I move the slideout in the seal on the outside is very tight at the bottom but just touches at the top …

The Power Converter On My Son's Travel Trailer Blows Hot Air, Is This Safe? 
My son has a 80's model prowler tag along...his converter box is warm to the touch and blows warm air. Is this dangerous? Why would it feel hot? Thanks …

Where Can I Get A Repair and Maintenance Manual For My RV? 
Where can I find a used repair manual for a 1986 Ford Pinnacle RV? ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

All Of The Electrical Outlets in My 1997 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Are Dead 
Shorted an electrical cord in an outside outlet and now no outlets are working inside or outside. Where is fuse(s) to get power back to the outlets? …

Can I Safely Go On The Roof Of My Travel Trailer To Clean It? 
I am trying to figure out how I would clean the roof as well as keep up maintenance so I don't have any problems in the future. I have seen others stand …

How Do I Put Freon In The Air Conditioner On My Travel Trailer? 
How do I put Freon on a Travel Trailer? ANSWER: Greetings Viola thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. I assume …

What Is The Tow Weight Of A 1969 Shasta Strato Flyte Travel Trailer? 
Looking at a 1969 Shasta Strato Flyte, 18 ft tandem axle trailer. Want to tow with F-150 half ton with a 4.2 Liter V6 with an automatic trans. ANSWER: …

When It Rains Real Hard Water Gets Into The Outside Refrigerator Side Vent On Our RV 
My 2007 5th wheel wyoming has side vents and when it rains real hard or blows it leaks in these vents how can i stop this. ANSWER: Greetings Rhonda …

The Slide Out On Our Wilderness Travel Trailer Goes In and Out Very Slowly 
The slide on our wilderness trailer goes in and out slow. Is the motor going? Or is there a way we can adjust the slide. We greased everything we could …

I Cleaned The Battery Connections On My Motorhome And Now It Won't Start 
I have asked questions before and you were a great help Thanks. Gary, I have a 1985 Auto-Mate Royal 33 ft class A motor-home. My RV was in storage taken …

Where Can I Find a Replacement Wheel For an Old Travel Trailer? 
I need to find a spare wheel for a 1984 Fleetwood Wilderness travel trailer. I've looked on every website I can find and I don't see a thing. This is …

My RV's 12 Volt TV Has a Built In DVD Player Do I Still Need a Digital TV Converter Box? 
My TV has a built in DVD Player do I still need a converter box and if I do is there any way of hooking it up to run on battery? ANSWER: Greetings …

How Do We Stop The Slide Outs On Our RV From Leaking? 
Our 2005 Montana has had several leaks since we purchased it used. The slide with the sofa and dining table is the worst area. However, recently the kitchen …

The Slide Out On My RV Leaks When It Rains 
II have a Salem Limited by Forest River. If the slide out is out when it rains water drips off the ceiling and down the wall in the middle of the slideout. …

Can Having My RV's Waste Tanks Pumped Out Damage Them? 
I have heard that having a "honey wagon" pump out my black and/or grey water tanks can sometimes cause the tank to collapse. Is this true? And if so, how …

I Need The Rear Tail Light Housing For A 2005 Sunlite Truck Camper 
Dear Sir, I have a 2005 Sunlite truck camper. I need the plastic housings that hold the tail lights. Does anyone know who ended up with the molds. the …

Where Can I Get Replacement Decals And Graphics For My RV? 
Who sells replacement decals / stickers / graphics for RV's? I've made "SEVERAL" attempts to contact Fleetwood for my Wilderness camper and they've NEVER …

The Black Water Holding Tank Valve On Our RV Is Stuck Closed 
The black water tank dump valve is stuck, and I can't get it open. I have tried to flush it out with water to see if it would loosen the valve and open …

The DC Power Is Not Working On My Travel Trailer 
I have a 1980 Kit Companion travel trailer. All of a sudden the interior lights, range light/fan and water pump won't come on. The AC works just fine...ie, …

Where Can I Find Parts For A Georgie Boy Motorhome? 
I have an old 1976 Georgie Boy Motorhome and I need to find out where I can find parts for that old of RV. ANSWER: Greetings Gary thanks for submitting …

Can I Plug My 30 Amp RV Into A 50 Amp Plug Without Damage? 
Can I with an adapter plug my 30amp unit into a 50 amp plug without damage? John ANSWER: Hi John if you are talking about plugging your 30 …

The Slideout On My RV Will Not Open, What Is The Problem? 
My slider will not open. We have pushed and pulled and it will just not open I press the open button and it just makes noise. Thank you ANSWER: …

The Rear Running Lights On Our 1976 Coachman Leprechaun Motorhome Do Not Work 
The running lights and tail lights in the rear (only) do not work. Running lights in front work, and brake lights work. All fuses in the boxes in the …

How Do I Stop The City Water From Filling The Fresh Water Tank On My 5th Wheel Trailer? 
When I hook up to city water in my 1993 Nomad Fifth Wheel it eventually fills my fresh water holding tank. I thought that the two were separate. I …

Will A 1998 Roadtrek 200 Versatile RV With Diesel Engine Be Able To Tow A Mazda Miata? 
Will a 1998 Roadtrek 200 Versatile with diesel engine haul a Miata? Thank you. ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

I Have A Sagging Floor And Possible Leak In My Starcraft Expandable Travel Trailer 
My Hybrid Travel Star (about 9 years old) has developed a sagging floor just beside the bench seat which holds the water pump, fresh water holding tank …

Can You Tell Me Who Made This Travel Trailer? 
Where can I find out where this camper was made and info for restoration? It had a decal on the rear that has faded, "ROYAL HIGHLANDER". More information …

Why Won't My Flagstaff Camping Trailer Work On Batteries? 
I have a 2003 flagstaff tent camper and the battery will not power the camper when the 110 volt is unplugged all power go out. The battery is fully charged …

My RV's Fridge Will Not Work On Electric, What Is Wrong With It? 
I was on an extended stay and after about two months of continued use my fridge stopped working on electricity, it works just fine on gas. I can’t find …

Where Can We Get New Decals For Our RV? 
We purchased a Dutchmen Denali in 9-07. It had been on the dealer's lot since late 2006, in Las Vegas. Three months ago, we noticed on the front of the …

What Type Of Truck Can I Use To Pull A 5th Wheel Trailer? 
I am wondering what types of different truck beds could be used when towing a 5th wheel. Would a flat bed present any problems? What about a work bed such …

The slideout on my motorhome goes out but will not go back in 
I have a 2003 Fleetwood Excursion 39L that the galley slide will go out but not in. Any ideas? ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question …

The rubber components on the tag axle on my motorhome are cracked and deteriorated, is it safe to drive? 
I have a 1996 class C Coachman with a tag axle that I purchased on eBay . I noticed the tag axles came down as I jacked the rear of the unit. I investigated …

Should I run my RVs water pump when the motorhome is hooked up to city water? 
Should one run the water pump when hooked up to city water????? Thanks, Dan ANSWER: Greetings Dan thanks for submitting your question on our …

I Am Looking For An Owner's Manual For A Trail-Lite Travel Trailer 
We recently purchased a used, 21ft, 2000 TrailLite Camper, model 7210. We were wondering if anyone had a manual for this camper that we could purchase? …

My RV generator runs but does provide power to the motorhome 
Can someone help me out? I have a 1996 Chevy FourWinds 5000 with a 454 Motor- The Generator had worked fine powering the unit - Until we plugged it into …

Which 5th wheel trailers have bathroom sinks that drain into black water tanks? 
I read somewhere that some manufacturers plumb bathroom sinks and/or showers so that they drain into the black water tank. I am considering purchasing …

The House Batteries On My RV Are Fully Charged But Do Not Provide Power To My RV 
I installed a new converter/charger and it is keeping the house batteries charged. When no AC is going into the converter/charger I have no DC power from …

Our RV's Refrigerator Does Not Work 
We have a 1996 Prowler Fleetwood 5th wheel RV. The gas indicator light does come on and our electrical light does come on when RV is plugged in, but the …

All Of The 12 Volt Fixtures Have Stopped Working On My Fifth Wheel Trailer 
Bought a 4 year old 5th wheel, (Cougar 281BH), and on our first trip out the lights in the trailer began to gradually get dimmer and dimmer until they …

Do We Still Need To Winterize Our RV If It Is Plugged Into A 50 Amp Electrical Service? 
We are storing our motorhome under roof and plugged in to 50 amp service. Will it be safe to leave motorhome plugged in with heat on during TN winters …

Why Does My RV Keep Tripping GFCI Electrical Outlets? 
I have a 2003 Flagstaff 23 fbs trailer All electrical appliances are turned off. Plug into house electrical outlet and trips house GFCI. Works fine …

Where Can I Find The VIN Number On a 1976 Coachman Travel Trailer? 
Where is the VIN number on a 1976 Coachman Travel Trailer 18 ft camper, I've found one I would like to buy but the seller states he can't find the vin …

Where is the outside light switch located on my Roadtrek motorhome? 
We have a 2001 190 Popular Roadtrek Mothorhome. Could you tell us where the light switch for the outside door light is located or what controls this light? …

Can I Enter My RV Into A Destruction Derby? 
I have a very old Class C motorhome and I want to enter it into a destruction derby, can I do that? :-) Note From RVing Al: OK if you have not already …

How Can I Stop The Fresh Water Tank On My Motorhome From Leaking? 
I purchased a 1996 Catalina Coachman Class C tandem axle motorhome on eBay.com last week. The previous owner stated everything works. I later found …

How can I stop water from coming out of the city water connection when my travel trailer's water pump is on? 
I have a new Rockwood Roo and went boondock camping for the first time. When I turn the water pump switch on, water comes out the faucets but water is …

How Do I Wire The Batteries On My Motorhome? 
Please, someone, I need help hooking up the battery terminals on my 1992 Allegro Bay Motorhome. It consists of 3 batteries; 1 which starts the engine & …

Why are the brakes on my 1989 Superchief Motorhome applying themselves? 
I was traveling and my brakes applied themselves bringing my 89 Superchief motorhome to a halt then after a little while they released themselves. I drove …

Is An RV Extended Warranty Protection Plan Really Needed? 
My husband and I are in the process of purchasing an RV and there is an extended warranty protection that the dealer wants to sell to us. We're buying …

How Does Full Time RVing Affect Social Security Disability Payments? 
My husband and I have made the decision to become full time RVers. We are both drawing social security disability. Our concern is that any changes may …

Where Can I get An Owners Manual for A 1985 Toyota Dolphin Motorhome? 
How can we get an owner's manual for a 1985 Toyota Dolphin Motorhome? ANSWER Hi Carole the first thing I would do is Search eBay CACHEBUSTER ">. …

Can I Keep My Travel Trailer Plugged In All The Time? 
Can I keep my travel trailer plugged in all the time? ANSWER Greetings Coy thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

How Do I Replace The Basement Door Latch Assembly On My 5th Wheel Trailer? 
My hook that holds my basement door open under the 5th wheel broke. I purchased a replacement but cannot fasten it due to the screw holes are in the fiberglass. …

The dash heater in our motorhome works fine at idle but blows out cold air when driving 
Purchased new in 2000, our CAT diesel powered 34 ft, one slide HR Endeavor's heater (in-dash) has never worked once the vehicle is set in motion. While …

My Motorhome Transmission Will Only Work In Reverse 
We just purchased a 1998 Southwind, like last week, everything was fine and now it will only go in reverse and not forward. The RV has 34,000 miles, can …

Should I Buy A Used Motorhome Built By An RV Manufacturer That Is Out Of Business? 
What are the pros and cons of purchasing a 4-year-old Class A when the company is no longer in business? Can it still be repaired, parts purchased, etc.? …

Where Are The Fuses Located On A 1976 Ford Camper Special 
Where is the fuse box location in a 1976 ford camper special finished with a Shasta Camper? I would appreciate the help.thank you. Ed G. ----------------------- …

Why Is My RV's Charging System Boiling My House Batteries? 
Hi, I went and prepared to go camping and the batteries were fine. While we were camping that night the house batteries died and they seem to be boiling …

Repairing RV Water Damage 
Hello, I have a 1984 Fleetwood Wilderness travel trailer that my parents recently gave me. They inherited it from my grandparents several years ago but …

How Do I Install the pop up lift cable on my RV? 
We have taken the old lift cable out, and are having trouble getting the tube to line up to get it back together. Is there a trick or a way to get these …

Where is the ignition coil located on a 1989 Winnebago Superchief with a chevy 454 engine? 
Where is the coil located on a 1989 Winnebago Superchief with a Chevy 454 engine? Is this engine fuel injected or carburator? ANSWER Greetings Lisa …

Can I Convert My 30 Amp RV To A 50 Amp RV? 
Our RV electrical system is 30 amps, what do we need to do to convert it to 50 amps? ------------------------------------------------------------------ …

My Motorhome Keeps Tripping The GFCI Circuits At RV Parks. 
I have a 2007 Four Winds Motorhome that trips the 30 amp plug but not when plugged in on a 50 amp plug. I have checked cord and dogbone adapter (50 to …

What Is Wrong With The Tow Lights On My RV? 
I have recently aquired a 1988 Itasca in very good condition and a Tow Dolly. The Itasca has independent left/right turn signals and independent brake …

The 20 Amp fuse on my RV's Converter-Charger blows when plugged into shore power. 
Why does the 20 amp fuse on the converter/charger blow when the trailer is plugged-in for external power? With the fuse removed, the lights, receptacles …

Where Can I Find The Serial Number On My Camper? 
I have what I believe to be a 1975 Prowler Camper. I cannot find the serial number. The tag on the side of the camper has faded and I need help finding …

How Can I Fix The Sagging Floor In My R-Vision Travel Trailer? 
This R-Vision travel trailer had heavy people using it and the floor sags or feels mushy between the heat registers. ANSWER Greetings Rita thanks …

I Cannot Get The Radio In My RV To Work, What Is The Problem? 
I bought a 2005 Fleetwood Expedition; I can't get the dash radio to work. Worked fine at dealer and then the dealer showed us how to work surround sound …

My RVs Shower Goes Hot And Cold When Boondocking, How Can I Fix This? 
When I tried to take a shower the water would be hot then get cold then hot again and then cold again. Every time the pump would pump it would take turns …

Which Holding Tank Is Which On My RV? 
I just emptied both holding tanks on my 1990 Fleetwood Tioga RV. On the control panel the system shows holding tank 1 empty, and holding tank 2 full. Which …

Is My RV Awning A Standard Or Custom Size? 
My existing hardware measures 17'4" is my new RV awning custom or 17' in size? ------------------------------------------------------------------ …

How Do I Find Out The Owner History On A Travel Trailer? 
How do I research a VIN for a travel trailer? ANSWER Greetings JeanneMarie thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

How Do I Get Rid of the Mice in My RV? 
Hello, I am a very discouraged Dakota Hybrid owner. I purchased my trailer 2 years ago and experienced ongoing problems with leaks in the bed ends, …

Our DTV Converter Box Is Not Picking Up All Available Channels, What Is Wrong? 
We bought our converter box (apex). We have a 2006 5th wheel. We have a video distribution center which controls tv, DVD, VCR, and radio. We hooked …

Can I Replace The Two 6 Volt Batteries In My RV With 2 12 Volt Batteries? 
Can I replace 2 six volt batteries with two 12 volt batteries? ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Where Is The Fuel Filter Located On A 1987 Allegro Motor Home? 
I need to know the location of the fuel filter or if there is two, on a 1987 Allegro motor home? Thank you. --------------------------------------------------------- …

How Much Would It Cost To Ship A Travel Trailer To Australia? 
Hi, We have been looking to buy a Travel Trailer and were looking on eBay.com . In the USA you seem to have newer and better quality travel trailers …

The Digital TV Converter Box In My RV Does Not Receive A Signal, How Can I Fix It. 
I have a 2006 Southwind RV with 2 televisions. There is a box (with a series of buttons) attached to the cable system that allows DVD, VCR, Antenna, Cable, …

Should I fix my old analog TV or buy a new LCD TV? 
We recently bought a used 2005 Jamboree GT. The problem is that the 27" TV has no sound so I would need to get it fixed. Total cost $215, $65 of this has …

What's the Best Portable Jack For an RV 
I want to buy a semi-portable jack in case we have a flat. My house floor jack is too heavy and bulky to carry. I need it to work on a 24' 6" trailer …

How Do I Install An LCD TV In My RV? 
Has anyone done it? How did you mount it? Were you able to access the cabinet space the old tv was in? How did you trim it out? ANSWER Hi Fred, …

Does A Winegard Crank Up RV Antenna Work With A Digital TV (DTV) Converter Box? 
Can an analog to DTV Converter box work with a crank up Winegard antenna? ANSWER Greetings Ben thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An …

Why Do The Coils On My RV's Air Conditioner Keep Freezing Up? 
My Coleman A/C freezes up, the coils are clean, on high blow, I set A/C to 75 during the day no problem. At night it is set to 70. Depending on the ambient …

Why Is My RV's Voltage Converter Making A Funny Noise? 
I have a 1988 Rockwood Frontier Class C Motor home which started making a noise when plugged into house voltage power and at campsites. The sound is audible …

How Do We Fix Our RV Furnace? It Won't Turn On 
We just inherited an 89 Country Coach motorhome and we don't have a clue as to where the fuse box is we know where the circuit box is but can't seem to …

What Dog Breeds Are Not Allowed In RV Campgrounds Or Resorts? 
Certain dog breeds are not allowed at some RV parks. What are they? ANSWER You are correct that some RV Campgrounds and Resorts have restrictions …

I Am An Idiot, Have I Blown A Fuse In My RV? 
Let me start off by saying I am a mechanical idiot. The light bulb over my bed went out, when I went to change it, it broke off, finally got it out …

Where Can I Get Wheels And Tires For My Travel Trailer? 
I have a 1984 17 ft. Prowler Travel Trailer it has some 13 in. star pattern 4 lug wheels I need one for a spare. Could you point me in the right direction …

Why does the floor vent behind the passenger seat in my RV blow hot air? 
I have a 2004 32' Minnie Winnie and noticed a vent (looks like heat vent but can not close) on the floor behind the passenger seat. I can hear a sound …

Should We Put A CB Radio In Our RV? 
Note From RVing Al: I know that a lot of folks believe that there is no reason to have a CB Radio in their RV or car because they own a cell phone. …

Is A 6 Cylinder Toyota Mini-Motorhome Powerful Enough To Go Up Hills With The A/C On? 
Do these types of smaller engine RVs have problems with power going up hills while running the A/C? This could be irritating ANSWER Thanks for submitting …

My RV's Shower And External Water Works But Bathroom And Kitchen Sink Doesn't 
I own a 1991 Coachman Leprechaun, C class and recently have taken it out of winter storage. When I was flushing out the water lines, the kitchen and bathroom …

Would It Be Wise To Buy a Vintage (1980) Class C For a First Time RV? 
Hello all, I am a single dad with my son full time. I was trying to think of something to get us out and about a bit and have been tossing around the …

Where Can I Get A 12 Volt Digital TV For My Conversion Van? 
Where can I get a Digital TV for my conversion van? ANSWER Greetings Bob thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

How Do I Make My RV's TV Sound Come Through My RV's Radio Speakers? 
When playing the radio in the RV, the sound coming out of the speakers in the back bedroom is very soft. How do I adjust the volume of these speakers? …

How Can We Get Rid Of The Potty Smell In Our RV? 
We just purchased a 2004 Trail Vision camper. It is in excellent condition. BUT, we can smell the toilet. OF course, it had some black water in it when …

Our RV Manufacturer Is Bankrupt And We Have Warranty Work That Needs To Be Done, What Can We Do? 
Does anyone know about the bankruptcy chapter 11 filed by R Vision. We have received 2 letters stating they are filing and that they are asking for their …

UK RVer Needs A Generator For His Motorhome, Can You Help Him? 
Hi all, I've just bought an old Winnebago Elandan 87' and is costing me a fortune. It’s in the garage being serviced at the moment the bill will be …

What Is The Exterior Of A 1988 Winnebago Super Chief Made Of? 
what is the exterior material on a 1988 winnebago super cheif motor home? ANSWER Greetings Harriet thanks for submitting your question on our …

How Can We Improve The Digital TV Reception In Our RV? 
I have a dual TV tuner (analog/digital) on my RV TV . I have found that the signal gets interrupted by numerous devices. My wife uses a portable DVD player …

How Do I Stop My RVs Awning From Blowing Open While Driving?  
I have a Windsport 34B model and during two separate trips I had the same problem. During some strong crosswinds the living room slide out awning blew …

How Do I Figure Out Which Lever Dumps Which Holding Tank On My RV? 
I have an '08 28'-0 Pilgrim Lite. And in my old age :) I can't remember which is my black tank lever and which is the gray tank. Front or rear? The bottom …

My RVs Water Pump Runs But No Water Comes Out Of The Faucet, What's The Problem? 
Any suggestions on why a water pump runs but no water flows to the faucets. Thanks. Bob ANSWER Hi Bob here are a few steps I would take to troubleshoot …

How Should I Replace The Vinyl Floor In Our RV? 
The vinyl flooring in our RV cracked over the cold Wisconsin winter. Can I replace it with new vinyl flooring and glue it down? I have a slide out and …

Is It OK To Run My RVs Air Conditioner When Plugged Into House Electricity? 
I just purchased my first RV, an '06 Jamboree class C; the dealer said not to run the AC off an extension cord from the house but to only run it off of …

Where Can I Find Parts For My 1988 Sunlite Pop Up Camper? 
I have a 1988 sunlite (taurus model) pop up camper with hard sides and I need all 4 coil springs that lift up pop up portion of camper, can you give me …

Where Can I Find The Serial Number For My Travel Trailer 
Where do you locate the serial number on a travel trailer. I have a 272 Shasta Phoenix and the only I number I found was on a sticker on the trailer. …

I Need A GF-432 Fuel Filter For A 1984 Sportscoach Motorhome, Where Can I Get One?  
I am trying to replace the fuel filter on my 1984 Sportscoach with a Chevrolet 454 engine. The part has a hard to read number (GF-432) that I can't find …

The Digital TV Converter Box In Our Camper Will Not Work. 
Hello, we have an older camper, 1989. We do not have cable or dish on our tv but got local channels until just recently. We hooked up a DTV box to our …

Where Can I Get Manuals And Parts For My R Vision Trail Lite Trailer? 
I have been told that the R Vision RV Manufacturing Company is now out of business. Having a 2001 24 foot Trail Lite I would like to be able to acquire …

Where Can I Find Paint Codes For My Alpine Limited Motor Coach? 
We recently purchased a 2000 Alpine Limited Motor Coach that needs a bit of touch up paint. In trying to locate paint codes we have discovered the closing …

What Can We Do To Keep Our RVs Black Water Holding Tank From Clogging Up? 
We have a 2004 Fleetwood Prowler 5th wheel. We are constantly having problems with the black tank clogging up. The gauge shows that the tank is not full; …

What Is The Best Truck To Use To Tow A 5th Wheel ? 
I am looking for recommendation for tow vehicle for 31 foot Travel Supreme trailer. Official plate inside trailer indicates 11,500 lbs empty, about 12,200 …

What Do We Need To Know About Using An Oxygen Concentrator In Our Motorhome 
Hope you can help. My wife and I are taking my sister in law on a trip for her to go to a wedding. Sadly she has cancer and she needs to be on an oxygen …

Where Is The Fuel Filter On My 1986 Pace Arrow Motorhome? 
Where exactly is the fuel filter on a 1986 pace arrow with a 454ci engine? ANSWER Greetings Eric thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

How Do I Remove Mold From The Roof Of Our RV? 
We are full-time RV'ers and have acquired mold spores on our fiberglass roof (Itasca Suncursier), and everything I've tried so far will not remove it. …

My RV Is Using A Lot Of Electricity, What's Going On? 
Our converter is running continuously....not sure why or if that is normal. wondering if the house batteries are totally no good and the other thing is …

The Digital TV Converter Box In My Motorhome Is Causing A Hum In My TV's Sound 
I installed a converter box in my motor home. the picture is great but there is a constant hum that makes it impossible to listen to the T.V.. Any ideas …

I Need An Owner's Manual For A 2006 Sun Valley RoadRunner 211 Travel Trailer 
Could you please tell me how to get an owner's manual for this camper? I have read on your site that they went out of business in January. We bought …

I Need A Power Inverter For My RV How Many Watts Should It Be? 
I want to run a TV 22" and a DVD player in my RV, and need to know what to buy and how long it will operate at a time before the battery goes down? What …

Can I Replace My RVs Two 6 Volt Batteries With One 12 Volt Battery? 
I have two six-volt batteries that are the auxiliary power batteries. One of the batteries is dead. Can I change the batteries out for one 12 volt battery …

Only Half Of My 5th Wheel Trailer Has Electric 
I had a security light plugged in to the outside of on my RV. During the storm it blew down and stayed plugged in. Obviously it broke both lights in it. …

Should We Leave Our RV's Refrigerator Running All The Time? 
I recently purchased a 2001 Fleetwood Expedition. Should I keep the Refrigerator running at all times? Someone told me that it was not good to cut on and …

Do I Really Need A Deep Cycle Battery In My RV? 
Pictured Above: Trojan 6 Volt Deep Cycle Battery Question: We only use our RV house battery to start the generator. Normally when we camp, we …

Our RV's Water Pump Is Not Working, What Is Wrong?  
I can't get the water pump in the RV to go on? it's on the on switch..when I hook up city water it works perfectly... ANSWER Let me first explain …

We Need A Rack To Carry Our Kayaks On Our RV 
We just bought a new car and are unable to put our kayaks on the roof. We are wondering if anybody knows about kayak carriers that can be used on a class …

Our RV Interior Lights Only Work When We Are Plugged In Or Generator Is Running 
The inside lights only work when plugged in or on the generator. Batteries are new. Replace the battery isolator switch. What do I check next? ANSWER …

Why Don't My RV Interior Lights Work On Battery? 
cabin lights only work when a/c power,or generator is on ,does not work on auxiliary battery,its a new battery,what to look for? any help. ANSWER …

The Lights And Electric Outlets Are Not Working In My RV's Slide Out Room. 
I have a 2001 Winnie Minnie 31c. The light on the driver side slide-out is not working as well as the light switch next to the slide-out and the lights …

Water Leak On Side Of '93 Dutchman Trailer. 
My paneling in rear bedroom was wet so I removed wet paneling and insulation.It appeared that the rear corner was leaking. I went to my local RV dealer …

We Want To Watch TV In Our RV Going Down The Road Can We Do That? 
we want to use our laptop and bedroom TV. the rental place said you could while the RV is moving using the generator. Does this run on electric supplied …

Does anyone have experience with either the Hensley Arrow Hitch or The Equalizer Hitch? 
Does anyone have experience with either the Hensley Arrow Hitch or The Equalizer Hitch? The Hensley is supposed to completely eliminate sway, regardless …

I Need Help With An Old RV For A Homeless Woman 
A friend of mine gave me a 1984 suncrest. I am 61 and live on a limited income and will be homeless soon. My daughter offered to fix the RV up for me. …

Where Can I Get A Vehicle History Report For My RV? 
Where and how can I find out who has previously owned the 5th wheel I have just purchased. ANSWER Hi Sheila, since you have a 5th wheel trailer, …

I Have A New Travel Trailer, The Underbelly Sags Down Within 2 Inches Of Axle. Is This Normal?  
2009 Jayco 23bh g2 tt.The underbelly sags to where it comes within 2 inches of axle. Dealer says that’s normal, is it? thank you ANSWER …

Which Manufacturers Build The Extra Large RVs For Full Time Living? 
Which manufacturers build the extra-large RVs for full time living. Each year when the State Fair is in town the people who travel and work the fair …

We Want To Install DIRECTV in Our RV, But We Have Wiring Problems 
We recently purchased a pre-owned Windsport motorhome 2000. We also have new Directv receivers. Previously we had older receivers which had a manual tuning …

My RV's Power Converter Is Not Charging The RV House Batteries 
I have a problem with my Power Source converter in that I have 110/120 to all my AC plugs. I also have DC power to all my DC equipment but it will not …

Are There Campgrounds and RV Resorts That Do Not Allow Older RVs? 
Are there places that older RV's are not welcome? ANSWER Thanks for your question. The simple answer to this question is YES; some RV Parks, Campgrounds, …

I Want To Purchase An RV Made By A Manufacturer In Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 
I would like to purchase an RV from a RV Dealer who is selling a make (Monaco) that has just filed Chapter 11 bankrupcy last week. Is this an unwise purchase? …

Question About Denso Air/Heater Control Switch For My RV 
I have a class A 1985 33ft automate royale motorhome. The control switch for the air/heater on the dash has broken. I have found that a Denso #146430-3450 …

Has Fleetwood Stopped Manufacturing Travel Trailers? 
has fleetwood stopped production on trailer models and is this a shutdown or more permenant Updated May 13, 2017 ANSWER Hi Bunker, yes unfortunately …

I Want To Buy A 1988 Winnebago Superchief RV Is This A Good Buy? 
I am looking to purchase a 1988 Winnebago Superchief. the price is $ 6500.00 is this worth buying? I know is a Chevy engine with 69,000 miles. Help with …

How Do You Get To The Fuel Filter On A 2006 Diesel Itasca Meridian? 
Had my motor home serviced, They could not get to the diesel fuel filter on the motor home The motor home is a 2006 Itastic mederian with a 350hp Cat …

Where Can I Get Parts For My Sun Valley RV Sunlite Camper? 
I have a 2001 Sunlite camper with a fold down screen room in the back and it is rotten and the hinge is bad. Model number is 2001WS Eclipse were can I …

I Want To Put Cork Flooring In My RV, What Is The Best Way To Do It? 
I want to install a cork floor in my motorhome. Need advice on whether to use squares or planks and glue the floor or float it. ANSWER Hi Michael, …

What The Heck Happened To The Night Stands In New RVs 
what has happen to the night stand (table) next to the bed? Rv manufactures now put up narrow boards instead, its a joke. ANSWER Welcome to the …

Power Out In The Whole RV. What's Causing It? 
One morning we woke up in our parked RV. The Electrical in the entire RV living area had gone out. It is still out( we have extension cord coming from …

Do You Know Anything About A Bonanza Travel Trailer 
I have a 1969 Bonanza. It is 10.5 feet long. I cannot find anything about this make. I am looking for photos and or old ads. Was this an unpopular make, …

Emergency Towing Of Pickup And 5th Wheel RV 
In case of a breakdown of your truck when towing your 5th wheel camper, I'm curious as to whether its safe to tow the truck with the 5th wheel camper still …

We Are Looking At A Used RV That Has A Water Leak, What Should We Do? 
We are thinking on buying a 1988 Fleetwood motor home in the back there is a leak on the top side seal and the outside panel is bowed and inside wall …

What Would Cause A Bulge On The Side Wall Of Our RV? 
We purchased a 1998 brave winnebego.We noticed a bulge in the left side.I don't see any sign of a leak inside the motorhome. ANSWER Hi Leroy, unfortunately …

Should I Put A Plasma or LCD TV In My RV?  
I am replacing the old standard TV in my RV. Is it best to go with a Plasma or LCD TV? I remember reading somewhere that altitude changes and temperature …

How Many Watts Is My RV Using When It Is Plugged Into An Outlet In My House? 
an rv has been plugged into an outlet at my house. Would this greatly increase my power bill? Nobody was in the trailer using any appliances while it …

Why are My RV's House Batteries Shorting Out 
I am on my fourth house battery in two years. I have replaced the step motor twice. The awning and slide don't want to work properly at times. RV is …

How Do I Prevent My RV's Holding Tanks From Freezing During Winter? 
I am staying in an MS campground, and when the temperature drops to between 25 and 32, we were told to keep the dump valves cracked partially open and …

I Want To Buy An RV In The US And Ship It To Australia And Then New Zealand! 
I live in new Zealand and reach retiring age in about 12 months. I am living alone and my retirement plan. (subject to change) is to buy a RV in America …

Did We Purchase The Right Digital TV Converter Box For Our RV 
I was recently told that not all dtv converter boxes are good to travel with. After the initial set up with the box, it will not work if you take it to …

110 Volt Plug in RV Not Working 
Is there a 110 plug when running on batteries? I have checked all the plugs for 110 when on 12v but nothing! But I have one plug under the dining table …

Can I Plug in A RV To a Home Electrical System? 
My sister has an RV pad at the side of her home behind a gated fence. I've been laid off from my job for the second time this year. To help me out, she …

How Do I Install A Digital TV Converter Box In My RV? 
I need to install a digital converter box in my rv. does it go on the television or does it connect to the video distribution center box that allows me …

Looking At A 1984 Winnebego Elanda Type A RV  
A LOCAL DEALER HAS THIS UNIT ON SALE FOR JUST UNDER $5,000. IS IT FEASIBLE TO CONSIDER THIS UNIT? WHAT ABOUT THE FREON FOR THE REFRIG AND AIR CONDITIONER? …

Can I Get 50% Off The Price Of A New RV Right Now? 
Special Note: This question was originally submitted to us through our Contact Us page. I tried to respond to this question by e-mailing the answer …

Am I Asking The Right Travel Trailer Towing Questions? 
Having just retired and looking forward to much more leisure time, my wife and I have decided to look into purchasing an RV. Since I already own a small …

How Do I Dump Our RVs Holding Tanks Without Making A Mess? 
Hi, I hope you can help us. We just bought a new (new to us) fifth-wheel trailer 3 weeks ago. The day we bought it, the guy that was selling it to …

Are Older Low Mileage RVs A Good Buy? 
I have seen c class RVs from 1998 to 2005 with low mileage, some as low as 20,000 miles. Could these be good buys or should I stay away from these oldies …

Can You Really Take A Good Shower In An RV? 
CAN YOU REALLY GET A GOOD SHOWER IN A CLASS C RV? ANSWER: Hi Frank, yes, it is possible to get a good shower in a class C, or any other type of RV. …

Is The RV Dealer Responsible For Warranty When The Manufacturer Goes Bankrupt? 
QUESTION: is the RV dealer responsible for warranty when the manufacturer goes bankrupt. Thanks for asking your question on the Ask An RV Question …

Does Our RV Need A Digital TV Converter box? 
I'm still confused about the digital TV thing. Our 2006 unit is cable and internet ready, but if we are not at a campground do we need a converter to …

What RV Manufacturers Are Out Of Business? 
Hi, my wife and I are looking at used motorhomes. Most of the motorhomes we have looked at are 2 or 3 years old. Our concern is that we don't want to …

Can I RV During The Winter? 
I know it is a lot of fun to RV during the Summertime, but is it also possible to go RV Camping during the Wintertime? ANSWER: Hi Joe, yes, you can …

How to Fix Clogged RV Sink & Shower Drains 
The previous owner never used screens in the shower and sink drains. Consequently, there is a lot of hair in drains. I picked out what I could reach with …

How Do I Get Rid of the Condensation in My RV 
I have a problem with my 1995 Leisure Travel Freedom wide body. When we use the furnace , especially on a rainy night, we have condensation on the inside …

How Much Propane Does an RV Refrigerator Use 
My refer takes hours to get cold when first plugged in. If I start it the night before on propane about how much propane would it use? ANSWER: Hi …

Does The New Winegard Rayzar Air RV Antenna Really Improve Reception of Digital TV Channels 
Hi, I just read that Winegard has released a new antenna for RVs called the Rayzar Air that is supposed to improve the reception of Digital TV stations. …

Black Smoke Coming Out Of RV Hot Water Heater 
We started the hot water heater , it started fine but there's black smoke coming out of the heater from the outside vent. It ran fine until it shut off …

Does My RV Have The Wrong Type of House Batteries? 
I am changing the batteries in my 2001 pace arrow coach and noticed that the two batteries for house power are just regular car batteries. am I wrong but …

My RV's Fresh Water Tank Will Not Fill Up 
I can see where I put the hose to fill my water tank for my 2001 Minnie Winnie but when I tried it, it only held about five gallons of water. It should …

How To Use a Propane Quick Connect Connection On your RV 
I have a propane quick connect fitting on my trailer, which I have never used. Can I connect a hose to my camp stove or outside BBQ direct, or …

How Do I Add a Screen Room to My RV's Awning 
I would like to add a screen room to the awning of my RV. How do I choose one? ANSWER: Hi Ed, ordering an Carefree Screen Rooms (pictured at the …

Can I Tow a 5th Wheel Trailer With a Short Bed Truck? 
Can you tow a Fifth Wheel camper with a short box pickup? ANSWER: Hi, yes you can tow a 5th Wheel Trailer with a Short Bed Truck as long as it meets …

My Motorhome is Bogging Down on Acceleration 
1984 E350 Ford with 460 and Carburated Tioga Camper bogging down when you step on gas. It did have a dirty gas filter but it has been replaced the one …

Microwave Oven Is Interfering With The TV In Our RV 
We have a 2007 Damon Astoria. Every time we turn on the microwave the picture on my tv goes crazy and if the microwave is on longer than a minute we lose …

Is Our RV Too Large to Park in Primitive Campgrounds? 
What is the max size of a 5th wheel trailer one should buy to be able to park in most remote/primitive campgrounds? I want a 33'-footer. Will that work? …

How to Fix a Loose Dinette Table in an RV 
The metal posts that go into the metal inserts in both the table and into the floor wiggle so loosely you can hardly stand to try and use it to eat. What …

I Need An Electrical Diagram For My RV 
I get this question a lot, so I figured I would take a moment to give you the good, bad, and the ugly answer to this question. Here is the bad news first. …

What Is Your Opinion Of KVH Satellite Systems For RVs? 
We recently bought a used motor home that has a roof installed KVH satellite . It is not yet activated. I have heard that while the satellite itself …

RV Refrigerator is Not Cold Enough 
The refrigerator in our 1994 Wilderness travel trailer doesn't get very cold. The freezer freezes great, but the bottom doesn't get very cold on the electric. …

RV Generator Not Getting Fuel 
I am having issues with my Onan 7000 generator on my 99 Coachman Catalina. I am getting no fuel to the Generator. I can force fuel in and it will start. …

Having Problems Towing a Jeep Wrangler with My Motorhome 
I have been towing vehicles behind my Motorhome for years, but recently I bought a 2000 Jeep Wrangler. When towing it behind the motor home and turning …

Can a Sagging Out Of Level RV Slide Out Be Adjusted? 
Can a sagging out of level slide out on a travel trailer be adjusted or is it necessary to purchase separate leveling jacks just for the slideout? …

How To Connect A Satellite Receiver To An Older Video Switch Box In An RV 
I have an older RV that I have updated with a new HD tv, a dvd player and a sat receiver. Is there a way to hook these up to the video switch so I can …

How To Sanitize RV Fresh Water Holding Tank 
I have read about adding bleach to the fresh water tank to sanitize it and (hopefully) get rid of bad odors. I have a 2003 Coachman Mirada and do not …

Owner's Manual for a Nomad Travel Trailer 
Just purchased a 2000 Nomad Travel Trailer 30', Model number 3060. Where can I obtain a manual about this camper? Also need to know if these campers are …

Where Can I Get Replacement Gaskets For Leaking Windows on a Roadtrek Motorhome? 
I have a '91 Roadtrek Home and Park 210 model that needs (desperately) replacement gaskets for the windows. I have duct taped (no kidding) the outside …

Where Is the Fuse Panel Located In My RV? 
I have a 1989 Fleetwood Motorhome and the interior light don’t work. Where is the 12v fuse panel for the interior lights? ANSWER: Greetings Stephanie …

Should I Purchase a Used Holiday Rambler Endeavor? 
I am in the process of possibly purchasing a 1998 Holiday Rambler Endeavor & need to know the availability of parts for this unit. The unit we are looking …

How Do I Connect 4 Six Volt Batteries To My 12 Volt RV House Battery System 
I need a diagram of how to hookup 4- 6 volt deep cycle batteries for a 12 volt system? Thank You Rob Ravenstine ANSWER: Hi Rob, I have included …

How Come The House Batteries On My Motorhome Don't Charge? 
2005 Fleetwood Expedition aux batteries won't charge. On 20/30 amp ground power or with the generator running the batteries will eventually discharge to …

What Brand Tire Is The Best For My Travel Trailer? 
Looking the replace the Duro Tires on our travel trailer. They are cracking on the side walls and we want to replace them with a quality trailer tire. …

How The Heck Can We Remove The Black Spots On Our RV? 
The Class C RV we own, we purchased last summer. This spring I am beginning to really detail and clean the RV for the summer, and I naturally want it …

I Am Looking To Buy A Used RV What Would You Recommend? 
I am looking to buy a used RV newer than 1995, what do you recommend? A 34 footer max length. ANSWER: Hi Kari congratulations on your decision …

Do You Have Some Tips On Storing An RV In Arizona For The Summer? 
We plan on leaving our 5th wheel in Arizona for six months this summer. I have seen the hints and tips for storage in Florida, however, I believe weather …

What Truck Will Tow a 15,500 lb. 5th Wheel Trailer? 
Can I tow a 15,500 lb. 5th wheel with a Ford 350 diesel or do I need to get a F450? Are there any other truck choices or is Ford the only one to tow with? …

What Air Pressure Should I Run In My RV's Tires? 
Purchased a used 2004 Four Winds 5000, 22' on Ford E 350 Chassis. Manufacturer's tag on the driver door recommends 65# front and 60# rear PSI air for the …

Should I Shut Off My RV's House Batteries When My RV Is Hooked Up To Electric? 
Hi, I was once told that when I have my RV connected to 110 that I should have my battery switches turned off. Is it ok to keep the battery switches …

What Is The Best Satellite Dish For An RV? 
Please tell me in your opinion which is the most reliable automatic satellite antenna on the market today? ANSWER: Hi Robert when you say automatic …

Where Can I Get The Owner's Manual For My Roadtrek Motorhome? 
I have just purchased a 2001 Roadtrek 200. It came with no manuals. I want to know where I can get them. Hawaiian Traveler ANSWER: Hi Sharon, …

What Is The Best MPG For Diesel Motorhomes? 
I'm still motorhome researching & shopping. I've decided on a class A diesel, as small as I can find. Now I need to know about mpg in diesel motorhomes. …

My Motorhomes Grey Water Is Dumping Into My Black Water Tank, What's The Problem? 
I have a 1996 Minnie Winnie. I just took notice that when I went to dump my holding tanks, there wasn't any water flowing out of my gray tank. I thought …

Can I Rewire My Motorhome's Backup Camera System? 
I have a 2005 Four Winds 31p Class C and have a problem with the rear camera not working. I took it apart once and dried it out, resealed it... Now not …

Why Does My RV Furnace Keep Cycling On And Off Every 5 Minutes? 
I just bought a travel trailer. When the furnace is turned on, it will run for about 5 minutes, then cut off for about 5 minutes, then back on and off. …

Should We Put A Cover On Our New Travel Trailer? 
We have a new 09 trailer and are wondering if a cover is a good thing in the winter, or does it damage the finish by banging in the wind? ANSWER: …

When to Replace RV Tires 
How do you know when it’s time to change tires with checks starting to show? ANSWER: Hi Dennis, based on what you are describing, it may very well …

Where Can I rent a Pickup Truck To Tow Our 5th Wheel Trailer? 
I would like to know if you can rent a truck to pull a fifth wheel. We just bought one and are going to keep it seasonal for a while but was wondering …

The Digital TV I Just Bought For My Conversion Van Is Useless 
Oh my, I have wasted about $680 with a new digital TV for my 2003 Ford Econoline van. I wanted to have it for a trip to Cape Cod and did not do my usual …

How Do I Replace The Clearance Lights On My RV? 
I have a 1997 Fleetwood Tioga, 23 feet. I have owned it for about one year—all in all, excellent shape. Along the roofline in the rear of the rig, four …

How to Extend Battery Life When Boondocking In Your RV 
We would like to know how long we should expect the average batteries (we have two new ones) should last when wilderness camping; only using the water …

Should I Leave My RV's Slide Outs Open During Winter Storage? 
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How Do I Keep The Clothes In My RVs Closet From Falling On The Floor When Driving? 
After driving my RV, I find all the hangers have fallen off the rod in the closet and the clothes on the floor. How do I keep the hangers in place? …

Can I Tow A Car Behind My Hi-Lo Trailer Without Violating Towing Laws? 
Is it possible to go from Maine to Arizona with an suv pulling a 17 foot Hi-Lo and a Miata behind the Hi-Lo. if not in what states would it be illegal. …

Are Pet Heat Alarms Reliable Enough To Use In An RV? 
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My RV's Generator Only Starts When The RV Is Plugged In 
I recently bought a 97 PaceArrow. When the owner was showing it to me, he started the engine, pushed the button for the generator and it started right …

What Can We Do To Stop The Linoleum Floor In Our RV From Cracking? 
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Can I Plug My RV Into The 50 Amp Service For A Welder? 
My camper is 30 amp and I wondering if it can be plugged into a 50 amp service that is used for a welder?? ANSWER Greetings Nancy thanks for submitting …

We Are Storing Our RV In Florida For Summer, What Should We Do To Get It Ready For Storage? 
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What Is The Best RV Extended Warranty Plan? 
I am buying a new travel trailer and would like to buy a five year extended warranty plan but the dealership one is way to high knowing they mark it up …

What is the best vehicle to tow behind a diesel RV? 
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Should I Use Six Volt Deep Cycle Batteries as House Batteries in My RV? 
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Sealing A Roof On A Class A Motorhome 
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Tips for Florida RV Summer Storage 
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Can You Convert a Toy Hauler To a Regular Travel Trailer? 
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Can You Drive An RV With 40 Gallons Of Water In The Fresh Water Tank? 
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I Am Saving Money on Fuel By Using Nitrogen in My RV Tires 
I have used nitrogen in my RV, truck and car tires for several months now due to an ad at a tire shop saying that I would save 10% plus in mileage. This …

How do I Adjust the Tension on an RV Slideout Topper Awning? 
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I Am Confused About the Water Connections on My Motorhome 
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My Motorhome Tilts To One Side When I Open The Slideout 
I just bought a 2000 Tioga 31W with a big slide out. The slide out itself does not sag, but the entire RV tilts to one side and is no longer level when …

Why Does The Fuse To Our RV's Water Heater Keep Blowing Out? 
This fuse keeps blowing. We cannot use our hot water ...and wonder if this could have anything to do with the cable to the TV as when we connect to the …

What Type Of GPS Units Work Best In A Motorhome? 
What type of GPS works in a C-Class motor home? ANSWER: Greetings Martin thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Which Is Better A Cougar Travel Trailer Or A Prowler Travel Trailer? 
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I Just Purchased A New TV For My RV Do I Still Need A Digital TV Converter Box? 
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How To Tow a Travel Trailer with a Van 
Many years ago, we would haul horses in a very heavy steel trailer behind the family sedan or wagon. I even had a clamp on the bumper hitch for my old …

How Do I Repair The Roof On My Travel Trailer's Slide Out? 
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What Does The Low Water Dash Light On Our 1998 Holiday Rambler Endeavor Motor Home Mean? 
I own a 1998 class a diesel pusher Endeavor by Holiday Rambler. On the dash a low water light appears on the gauge whenever we are driving and lean slightly …

RV Roof Air Conditioner Only Blows Hot Air 
Editor's Note: This question is in reference to a 1995 Gulfstream Innsbrook Trailer. How can I troubleshoot my air conditioner it worked great one …

RV Generator Does Not Run 
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Where Can I Get Sewer Hose Connectors For My RV? 
What type of sewer hose attachments do I need to buy for a new sewer hose for my 1983 Tioga motorhome? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question …

How Do I Stop My RV's Toilet From Getting Clogged? 
I have a 2007 holiday rambler savoy, and I have a problem with my toilet backing up; after you use the restroom, I use 2 ply dissolving toilet paper. …

12 Volt System On Our Motorhome Not Working Unless We Are Plugged In 
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My Class C is in the shop now to repair fuel lines and maybe other damage caused by squirrels. I first noticed teeth marks on the plastic parts under …

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I live in Phoenix, Az and am going to cover my travel trailer when not using it (both summer & winter months). Should I leave the windows and vents open …

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I have a 2003 Fleetwood Providence 39D RV with 2 slides. We are wanting to know if a slide could be added to this RV. It is on a Freightliner Chassis. …

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I have a 1989 Ford Cobra Discoverer. It has separate drainage outlets for black and gray water. However, I can't find the linkage/adapter to drain the …

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Dometic RM 2652 refrigerator I do not have any 12 volts to the upper on off control board; I have 12 volt power to the fan but not the upper control board?? …

Our RV's Generator is Not Getting Fuel Not rated yet
Onan 4000 generator in a 94 Fourwinds 5000 does the fuel tank have to be at a certain level for the generator to run. ANSWER: Hi, in most Motorhomes …

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My sons are taking the RV to a 4 day outdoor music fest and will be travelling 6 hours one way. I want to know, will they have to travel with water …

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Hi. I Have a 2004 Daybreak 3270 motorhome with two 6 volt batteries. I would like to increase the capacity By installing four six-volt batteries. …

My RV's Refrigerator is Beeping and Flashing an Error Code and Not Getting Cold  Not rated yet
I need a owner's manual for a 1994 Fleetwood Prowler that will tell me the codes on my refrigerator. It is blinking some symbols and beeping. It also went …

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I left water in my freshwater tank over the winter. It is now green water. How do I rid the tank of the green color and make the tank usable again? …

How Do I Plug My 50 Amp RV Into 30 Amp Electrical Service? Not rated yet
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Can I Buy a New Wing for My RV's Winegard Antenna? Not rated yet
The wing on my Winegard Antenna facing the front of the RV when in the down position, was bent backwards several times when driving. Can no longer …

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My RV's Fresh Water Pump is Not Pumping Water Not rated yet
When turning on the pump a little water spurts out with air. No solid stream of water comes out. Steps that I have taken to no avail to solve this problem: …

How Do I operate The Swamp Cooler on My RV? Not rated yet
We just bought an 86 Toyota RV with a Pla-cool swamp cooler. It has been sitting in covered storage. It is hooked to the waterline but I am not sure if …

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Which RV Rubber Roof Product should I Use To Re-Coat My RV's Roof? Not rated yet
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1993 Allegro Bay, brake pads are very good, bled brakes - no air push on the pedal and brakes are mushy, wet around the master cylinder,do not know how …

What do I do if I hooked 220 volts to a 110 volt trailer? Not rated yet
I hooked up 220 volts to a 110 volt Gulfstream Travel Trailer, I have 110 volts on the bottom side of each breaker but no power at appliances or lights. …

I am getting a humming sound when using the auxiliary speakers on my RV's TV Not rated yet
Hi Al, We have a loud hum that comes from our auxiliary speakers (when we use them) when we listen to the TV in our RV. The speakers are from our Pioneer …

Using a Power Inverter to run Electrical Appliances in Your RV When not connected to Electric Not rated yet
When I plugged into my house electric everything worked in my 5th wheel including the brand new GFI installed. but as soon as I unplug the house current …

The Sidewall Is Separating From The Floor Of My RV Not rated yet
My 2000 Catalina Lite has a separation between the sidewalls and the floor. How much does this affect the integrity of the trailer? ANSWER: Hi the …

Do I Have To Close The Slide Out To Move My Park Model Trailer? Not rated yet
I have a lynx park model and I want to reposition the trailer, do I have to push in the slide-out or can I leave it out for the move? ANSWER: Hi …

Where Can I Get The Screen Door Rollers For My RV's Patio Door? Not rated yet
I have a 2002 Prowler with a patio door. The rollers on the screen need to be replaced. Where can I find them? ANSWER: Hi Brian if you do not know …

I Have a Sink Leak In My RV Not rated yet
My hot water line in the galley sink leaks when the external water supply is hooked up. Have hand tightened the connection to the faucet but am concerned …

Can I Use My RV's Furnace Without Being Hooked Up To Electric? Not rated yet
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The RV I Am Buying Has A Rubber Roof Is That OK? Not rated yet
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One Of The Circuit Breakers In My RV Is Labeled CONV What Is It For? Not rated yet
Are the circuit breaker labels standard in the RV industry. One of my breakers on my 2005 Keystone Challenger 5th wheel breakers is labeled CONV. It …

What Does The ECT Power Button On The Dash Of My Toyota Dolphin Motorhome Do? Not rated yet
What does "ect power" mean? My 1992 Toyota Dolphin has a push-button setting on the dash labelled "ect power." ANSWER: ECT stands for Electronically …

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We purchased our 2010 Sunseeker Motorhome new but when we went to register it the VIN said the van was a 2008 and coach a 2009. Is this a common thing …

What Kind Of House Batteries Do I Need For My RV? Not rated yet
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RV Screen Door Doesn't Close Tightly Not rated yet
We have a Jayco Eagle travel trailer. The door is wide and has the typical sliding plastic section around the door handle. When closing the door, it …

Do I Need a Commercial Driver's License To Drive an RV? Not rated yet
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Where Can We Get a Good Extended Warranty Plan For Our RV Not rated yet
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Can You Take a Shower in a RV While Going Down the Road? Not rated yet
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We just purchased a brand new 2011 Tiffin Allegro 35QBA and it is equipped with a 13.5 Btu AC unit in back and a 15.0 Btu AC unit in front. …

Where Can I Find Baby Moon Hub Caps For My Travel Trailer Not rated yet
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Should I Cover The Roof and Put Travel Trailer on Concrete Blocks During Winter Storage Not rated yet
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120 Volt Electric In RV Keeps Cutting Off When Running Generator Not rated yet
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Dealer Steers RV Buyer Clear of Leveling Jacks, Why? Not rated yet
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How to Replace an RV Window Not rated yet
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How to Use Wireless Headphones on your RV’s TV Not rated yet
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As the Marketing Director at Gulf Stream Coach, I want to let the RVing world know that we are NOT out of business as posted on The RVers Blog at www.everything-about-rvi …

Fresh Water Pump In Our Toy Hauler Will Not Stay Primed and Pump Water Not rated yet
Note From RVing Al: This question is in reference to a 2006 Desert Fox Toy Hauler Hi I purchased this Toyahuler second hand. I was having trouble …

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Just bought 1999 Coach House w/ 2.8 Onan Microlite genny. Seeing/picking it up tomorrow; many questions, lol. But mostly: can I plug in a crockpot w/ …

Is It Safe To Replace The Built-in Microwave In My RV With a Toaster Oven? Not rated yet
I have a 2003 Four Winds RV with a built in convection microwave. I would like to replace this appliance with a toaster oven. Is this safe? ANSWER: …

Can We Install Vinyl Flooring On The Chipboard Sub floor Of Our RV Not rated yet
we need to replace our carpet and vinyl flooring in our camper due to damage and want to just go with vinyl. The floor is made of chipboard and installers …

Cable TV Connections Not Working In My RV Not rated yet
I just purchased a 2002 Montana, rear living room. Both TV's work on the antenna, but when I hook up for cable-nothing. I ran a cable directly from …

12 Volt Power Problems In My RV Not rated yet
I have 1980's Class C Midas Motorhome. Everything worked, a/c, micro, lights, fridge. I turned on the a/c and it popped a breaker. So I opened up the fuse …

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Gas Leaking Out Of RV When Fueling Up Not rated yet
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My RV's Air Conditioner Does Not Work Not rated yet
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Interior Lights Out In My Travel Trailer! Not rated yet
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My 1991 Terry Resort 22H has been very reliable until last August (2010). All of a sudden, the outlets work but there is no power to the fridge or lights!! …

Main Breaker On RV Heats Up and Blows Not rated yet
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RV Furnace and Stove Not Working Properly Not rated yet
When we put our furnace on, the flame goes very low on our 3 burner stove. What can we do? Also, the blower is not working on the furnace. We can feel …

Gas Gauge on Motorhome Always Shows Full Not rated yet
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How Do You Get To South Lake Tahoe In A 40 Foot Motorhome? Not rated yet
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RV Hot Water Heater Keeps Tripping Circuit Breaker Not rated yet
My hot water heater worked OK last time camping. Now this trip camping the hot water heater keeps tripping off. I reset the breaker and after several minutes …

Hit Bump and Bent Travel Trailer Frame Not rated yet
Hi ..What is the proper way to fix a bent frame on a travel trailer ours hit bump moved cup boards lifted the bench off the floor etc .. AC touching the …

Cannot Find Controls for RV's Roof Air Conditioner Not rated yet
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When To Use Chemicals in RV Holding Tanks Not rated yet
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How To Access Spare Tire On Class C RV Not rated yet
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When To Replace Your RVs Propane Detector Not rated yet
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RV Has Had Grey Water In It For 2 Years And Smells Bad Not rated yet
My RV has had grey water in it for 2 years and it smells real bad how do I get rid of the smell? ANSWER: Greetings Doug thanks for submitting your …

Who Is CWCare Roadside Assistance? Not rated yet
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RV Air Conditioner Does Not Keep RV Cool Enough Not rated yet
I have a 1994 Terry 5th wheel camper which is 31 ft long. The AC is ducted throughout the ceiling and blows well thru vent closest to rear, but the other …

TV Sizes and Replacement Stereos for Older RVs Not rated yet
I am buying a 1998 Pace Arrow Vision 36B 1 slide and the rear TV is out can you tell me what size it is and what is good to replace it with. Also is there …

Wildwood Ultra Lite Travel Trailer Floor Is Sagging Not rated yet
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Adding a Digital TV Amplifier To an RV Not rated yet
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Where To Get Parts For My Suncrest Motorhome Not rated yet
I have a 1987 28' Suncrest motorhome and need many different parts throughout the coach. Would anyone possibly know of any location or parts house that …

We Want Better TV Reception In Our Camper Not rated yet
We have a 25 ft camper that has a TV in it. We have an outside antenna but aren't able to get very good reception. Sometime 2 channels and other times …

Hooked Up House Battery Wrong On Travel Trailer and Now Have No 12 Volt DC Power Not rated yet
I hooked my battery wrong causing to lose some power. I have power through GFIC and plugs and Microwave. I have no power for lights, slide out, fridge. …

How To Replace RV Awning And Slide Topper Fabric Not rated yet
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What Are Some Simple Cost Effective Updates I Can Do To My Camper? Not rated yet
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RV Fridge Not Working on 12 Volt Battery Not rated yet
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RV Water Pump Sputters and Does Not Pump Water Not rated yet
Our RV water pump runs but we don't get water? It spurts for a bit then just makes noise. If we shut off the taps for a while, it will do the same thing. …

I Need an Owner's Manual for a Fleetwood Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
I need an owners manual for a 2004 Fleetwood Prowler Regal. ANSWER: Greetings Lori thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Propane Will Not Stay Lit On Our RV Fridge Not rated yet
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If I Leave City Water On In My RV For A Month Without Using It Do I Need To Sanitize The Water? Not rated yet
If the RV is parked in a campground that has chlorinated city water, and the RV has a bacteriostatic cartridge in the line, and the RV is left for a month …

Motorhome Backup Lights Don't Work Not rated yet
We have purchased a 1999 Georgie Boy Pursuit and cannot get the back up lights to work. Do you have a solution or suggestion? All other lights work. …

Only Have Electric in 1/2 of Our Camper Not rated yet
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Where is The City Water Connection on an RV? Not rated yet
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Want To Buy Travel Trailer That Has Been Sitting For 25 Years Not rated yet
I am considering purchasing a used 1985 Rolls International travel trailer. It has been sitting in the same spot since 1985. I plan on transporting the …

Lost All 120 Volt Power in Travel Trailer Not rated yet
We were camping and our electric went out. We still had battery power & gas power but no electric. We have a 25 foot 2006 Dutchman Travel Trailer. There …

No Reception on New Digital TV in RV Not rated yet
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Should I Turn The Battery Disconnect Switch Off When My RV Is Hooked Up To Shore Power? Not rated yet
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Installed New Marker Light On RV Now None of Them Work Not rated yet
I installed a new marker light and none of them work. I checked both fuse compartment and no blown fuses. ANSWER: Greetings Harvey thanks for submitting …

Is One 12 Volt Battery Enough To Power An RV Furnace? Not rated yet
We spent about two months in South Texas snowbirding in our 2007 Select Suite. It was a brand new unit that had been thru a dealer bankruptcy. It only …

Can Canadian RVers Purchase The Good Sam Extended Service Plan? Not rated yet
Does the Good Sam Club offer this extended warranty program to Canadian RV owners. To RVs that are registered in Canada. I have just bought a 2007 RV and …

RV Refrigerator Does Not Get Cold Not rated yet
The refrigerator is running on both gas and electricity, but just quit cooling and refrigerator stays warm. What could be the problem? ANSWER: Thanks …

How to Install a Power Supply on an Antenna Tek RV TV Antenna Not rated yet
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RV Water Heater Will Not Stay Lit Not rated yet
my water heater is one year old (gas). I light it (usually takes several attempts before it will stay lit) It might stay lit for five minutes or five …

Number of Batteries Needed To Operate Tip-Outs on 5th Wheel Trailer Not rated yet
We have a fifth wheel with three tip-outs. We took out two batteries and replaced them with one battery. The tip-outs won't work now. Are two batteries …

What Size Portable Generator Do I Need To Run An AC Unit On My RV?  Not rated yet
Want to buy a portable generator. 30 amp service to my unit but want to run AC unit if I stop during my trip to nap. How small is too small? ANSWER: …

Where Is The Fresh Water Holding Tank Drain On An RV? Not rated yet
Unable to locate 1992 Allegro Bay fresh water tank drain. Where ? THANKS ANSWER: Greetings Keith thanks for submitting your question on our …

How to Get the BEST TV Reception with My DTV in My New 2010 Camper Not rated yet
I currently bought a new 22' HDTV for my camper. I have a Winegard antenna w/ the wingman upgrade. We went camping and couldn't get any kind of reception …

Where Can I Dump My RV Holding Tanks Besides In Campgrounds? Not rated yet
Where beside campgrounds can you dump your tanks? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. There are all …

Do I Need Both 12 Volt and 120 Volt Power for My RV Air Conditioner to Work? Not rated yet
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What Is The Towing Capacity Of a 1979 National RV Toyota Dolphin Mini-Motorhome? Not rated yet
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1999 Fleetwood Bounder Warning Buzzer Keeps Going Off? Not rated yet
I have a 1999 Fleetwood Bounder on a Freightliner chassis with a Cat Engine. There is a warning buzzer that starts up intermittently and when I press on …

What Tires Are Better For A Toy Hauler Bias Or Radial? Not rated yet
What are better tires for a Toy Hauler Bias or Radials? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. I am …

How To Get Rid Of Bad Odor In RV Fresh Water Holding Tank Not rated yet
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Husband Knocked Air Conditioner off Roof of RV and Now RV Electric Does Not Work Not rated yet
Me and my husband have a 1983 Fleetwood Tioga RV and at first the electrical outlets worked when the generator is on but now we haven't tried the plug …

Screw Head Types Found On RVs Not rated yet
What type is an eight point star that looks very similar to a torx just with two additional points. On my Open Road 5th wheel? ANSWER: Greetings …

How Do I find out all The Options a Particular Fifth Wheel Trailer Has? Not rated yet
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Can I Repair The Water Damage To My Motorhome? Not rated yet
I have purchased a 1986 25 ft Jayco Motorhome. The previous owner advised me that the roof was leaking. How do I stop this problem? Can I walk on the …

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Is My Trailer a Travel Trailer or a Park Model Trailer? Not rated yet
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Replacing a Holding Tank Dump Valve on a RV Not rated yet
My gray water dump valve will not close all the way. This 5th wheel is only a year old and I noticed this the first time I used it. The valve closes about …

RV Air Conditioner Only Works Intermittently Not rated yet
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The Power Converter on My RV is Not Providing Full Power Unless I Smack It! Not rated yet
Hi, I have 2002 Terry pull trailer. My trouble is when I plug the trailer into house power everything works but the lights are dim. When I check the …

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We have a 1991 Flagstaff Cobra pop up. We are repairing the lift system. What are the length of the lift kit springs for the off door rear and door side …

Owner's Manual for Fleetwood Pace Arrow Not rated yet
I need the owner’s manual for my 1991 Fleetwood Pace Arrow. ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. Here …

Best Way to Keep the House Battery on an RV from Overcharging Not rated yet
I have had problems with the battery overcharging when my camper is not in use. Can I disconnect the positive cable on the battery? This will keep the …

Is it Safe to Add an Engine Performance Chip to Increase the Horsepower of My Motorhome? Not rated yet
I have a Country Coach 2006 with a 400hp CAT engine, is it safe to install a power chip to increase HP, but mainly for fuel economy, but extra HP would …

What Material Do I Use To Replace The Engine Road Debris Protector On My Motorhome? Not rated yet
I have a 2007 Sea Breeze by National. There is a plastic tarp material suspended between the engine and front tires on both right and left sides secured …

Slide Out Broken On Flagstaff Pop Up Camper Trailer Not rated yet
1995 flagstaff pop up camper. The slide out came off the track due to the end piece breaking. I was able to get it back on track, but cannot slide out …

When lighting the Danby Refrigerator in our RV it catches on fire. What can be the problem? Not rated yet
We have a Danby brand refrigerator in our 1979 Itasca Class C Motorhome that we bought used. It is a 3 way (12 volt, 120 volt and LP) with electric ignition. …

How Easy Is It To Haul a 28 Foot Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
My mother is in a nursing home and she has a travel trailer parked at a camping park. How do I go about tearing down the trailer area and making it ready …

Where Is The Propane Tank Shut Off Valve On My Motorhome? Not rated yet
I just purchased a 2000 Bounder 39Z. I see the propane tank fill location and the emergency shut off, but have not found a manual shut off valve to close …

Can I Repair a Cracked Holding Tank On My RV? Not rated yet
Hi all..... I have a 1984 Terry Taurus Lite fifth wheel, that has developed a slight (crack) in the black water holding tank. The leak is in a spot …

Water Leaks Out Of RV with Water Pump On Not rated yet
I need help with the water fill line. After filling the tank water, a slight trickle is forced back out of the fill connection when the pump is on. …

RV Air Conditioner Does Not Cool Properly Not rated yet
The AC unit in our RV does not cool like it once did. We fall asleep sweating and wake up sweating. What should we do or what could be the problem? …

P30 Chev Chassis, Fleetwood Flair Motorhome front suspension noise Not rated yet
I have a 1994 Fleetwood Flair with a Chevrolet P30 chassis. I replaced the shocks, but didn't install Bilstein Shocks. It seems to me the front suspension …

I am looking for original parts for my 1978 Executive Motor Home Not rated yet
Wondering if anyone knows where I can get the replacement blender jar for the counter top blender. And the barbeque that goes in the draw on the side of …

Where Can I Find The VIN Number on a 1984 Fleetwood Camper? Not rated yet
Where is the location of the VIN number on a 1984 Fleetwood Camper? ANSWER: Greetings Barbara thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An …

Where can I get replacement graphics for my Fleetwood Bounder Not rated yet
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Why Does My RV's Water Heater Burner Keep Shutting Off? Not rated yet
My water heater has an electric ignition and it lights fine. It will run for a few minutes and then it shuts off and the light comes on at the control …

How Do You Get Air Out Of The Propane Lines Of an RV? Not rated yet
The furnace and gas grill are always difficult to get running the first time of the season. How do we get the air out of the gas line? How can we prevent …

12 Volt Lights Inside Trailer Get Bright and Then Dim Not rated yet
I have replaced the battery, seemed to solve the problem. But I have noticed that they are doing it again, being bright and then they dim. I have checked …

Can you switch Out a Jackknife Sofa for Theater Recliners in an RV? Not rated yet
Our jackknife sofa on our Coachman 2009 Spirit of America (26 ft) is in the "baby slide" over the wheel well. Is it possible to "switch out" a jackknife …

Where can I get an owner's manual for a 1976 Midas mini motorhome? Not rated yet
A few days ago we bought a 1976 Midas Mini motor home and it has no manual with it, we are wondering where we can find one as we'd like to know how all …

Where Is The House Battery Located On a 1995 Coleman Royale Camper? Not rated yet
I have a 1995 Coleman Royale camper and need to know where the battery is located if it has one. ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our …

What Are The Paint Codes For The Stripes On My 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
I have a 1991 Coachmen Catalina fifth wheel 275RK and need to repaint the striping. Can you tell me the 3 paint codes? They look like maroon, light blue …

What AMP Electrical System Does a Camper From the 1980's Have? Not rated yet
Is a camper from the 1980's more likely to be a 30 amp or a 50 amp? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Is it OK to Park My Roadtrek RV on an Unlevel Driveway? Not rated yet
Can a Roadtrek Adventurous be parked in our driveway on a daily basis? The driveway is not level, not extremely steep but certainly not level? ANSWER: …

What is the Size of The Skylight on a 1994 Georgie Boy Motorhome? Not rated yet
We recently purchased a 1994 Georgie Boy Cruise Master Motorhome. The skylight in the shower area is leaking. Where can we get a replacement skylight? …

Can We Use Home Furniture In Our RV? Not rated yet
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I Have No 120 Volt Power In My RV Not rated yet
Suddenly the AC power does not work. I've traced power to the transfer switch. Power in but none out. Is this a reason why I've no AC in the RV? If …

Where Is The Battery Charger Located For The House Batteries on My RV? Not rated yet
I have a 2001 R-Vision Condor. Where is the charger for the coach batteries? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Mice Ate the Wiring on My RV's Air Conditioner? Not rated yet
Mice have eaten the wiring from my capacitors to the compressor and fan motor. I need to know how to rewire it. ANSWER: Greetings Ed thanks for submitting …

Will a New Fuel Pump Increase the Hill Climbing Power of My Motorhome? Not rated yet
Will an aftermarket fuel pump deliver more power for hill climbing, and if so, what pressure should I increase to? ANSWER: Greetings Jesse thanks …

How do I hook up the 2 batteries on my Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
I can’t remember the way it goes?? I unhooked and charged the 2 batteries on my 24ft Aljo and forgot where the wires go?? I have a single loose white. …

Placement for King Size bed support poles on 99 Dutchmen Thor RV? Not rated yet
We have a 99 Dutchman Thor travel trailer. On the king size bed side, there are 4 support poles that hook under the bed to the frame. In the manual, it …

The Radio/CD Player in Our RV No Longer Works Not rated yet
We had our motor home in for some repair work, fixing cruise control and also our batteries froze over the winter. Now when we try to get the stereo to …

The Shower in My RV Goes From Cold To Hot To Cold Over and Over Again Not rated yet
We have a 28 foot Coachman Leprechaun and have hot water in the kitchen and bathroom. When showering the hot water comes on cold, then turns on very hot …

Can I Use The Coax Cable From My RV's TV Antenna For My Satellite Dish? Not rated yet
Will the outlet for cable TV let me use it with my Direct TV Satellite dish and receiver? ANSWER: Greetings James thanks for submitting your question …

Can solar panels be mounted on the roof of my RV? Not rated yet
I have 4 15 watt panels and am considering mounting them flat on the roof of my RV. Can or should this be done? ANSWER: Hi Lew, Yes you can mount …

I Want To Put a Flat Screen TV in My RV Not rated yet
I need to know if there is a conversion kit for the Ford RV (Sea Breeze 2000) to convert from the 19" TV to a flat screen LCD? ANSWER: Greetings …

Why Is There a Sewer Smell In Our Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
We have an odor coming from the sewer can it have a crack in the holding tank and if so how to do we go about finding and fixing it without taking it to …

The 30 AMP Plug on My RV Is Overheating Not rated yet
My 30 amp plug gets hot when the ac runs - is this normal? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. It …

How Do I Determine The Value Of My Older Motorhome? Not rated yet
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How To Replace An Analog TV With a LCD TV In a Motorhome Not rated yet
I need to know how to remove the analog tv and what it will take to mount the lcd tv in it place. ANSWER: Greetings Calvin thanks for submitting …

How Do I Get Hot Water In My Motorhome? Not rated yet
Just got an 83 midas 240-1 on Ford Chassis, filled the water tank, plus hooked it up to my hose, replaced the plug in the bottom of water heater, bled …

My RV's Satellite System Will Not Receive Dish Network 119  Not rated yet
I have a TRACVISION satellite on my 2001 Monaco Diplomat. When I do a check switch test it tells me I cannot connect to satellite 119. My main TV in …

How Do I Wire The Auxillary Batteries In My Motorhome? Not rated yet
I just bought a 2000 Fleetwood Jamboree 24' motor home. The aux. batteries are located under the entry steps. There are two batteries. The Inteli Power …

I Am Nervous About Turning On The Hot Water Heater In My RV Not rated yet
I recently bought a 1989 coachman Catalina. I am just a new rv'er...and not sure how to turn the hot water on. Where we are camping, we are hooked to …

Where Is The Fresh Water Holding Tank Drain Plug On My RV? Not rated yet
I have a 1987 Itasca Class C and I just can't remember where the drain valve is for the fresh water tank. It has twin beds and the tank and pump is …

Disabled Woman In Florida Needs Help In Repairing Her RV Not rated yet
My RV needs some minor work and I am on disability and SSI. I need help. Is there some company that would help me like home make over? ANSWER: Greetings …

The 12 Volt Lights In My RV Are Dim Unless I Turn On a 120 Volt Appliance Not rated yet
My 12 volt lights get dim on my rv until I turn on a 120 volt appliance. Then they get bright. Is this a battery or a converter gone bad? ANSWER: …

We Installed A New Battery On Our Camper And We Still Do Not Have 12 Volt Power Not rated yet
Installed a new marine/rv battery in small camper, thinking that was the problem; not being able to charge it. There is still no power to be able to run …

Why Do The Tires On My RV Keep Blowing Out?  Not rated yet
My father is in I think Alabama coming from Florida trying to get to Colorado. He has a brand new Dutchmen and has already lost three tires. This is the …

How Many Miles Is Too Many Miles On a Motorhome? Not rated yet
Picture Above by Bradley Gordon and published under  Creative Commons Attribution 2.5 How many miles is too many miles? How about 90,000? …

How Do I Find The Book Value of a Motorhome? Not rated yet
1988 Ford Royal Classic ,I would like to know the book value of this Motorhome. ANSWER: Greetings Diane thanks for submitting your question on our …

I Am Looking To Rent A Pickup Truck Setup To Haul A 5th Wheel Trailer Not rated yet
I have a 1996 Jayco Designer Deluxe 27' 5th wheel camper that I would like to take down to Mission Texas. Does anyone knosw where I can rent a 5th wheel …

Does My Motorhome's Generator Have To Be Running To Get Electric While Going Down The Road? Not rated yet
Does the generator have to be on while traveling down the road to use power? If the generator is not on will this cause the battery to die? ANSWER: …

The Air Conditioner On My Motorhome Does Not Work On Generator Power Not rated yet
2000 Fleetwood Bounder air conditioner works on shore power but when switched to generator AC will not work.I heard a clicking noise in panel box where …

The Water Heater In Our RV Will Not Light Not rated yet
When trying to light my heater in my 92 Coachmen Royal no gas is released into the burner....The electronic ignition sparks but there is no gas to ignite....The …

How Do I Fix a Leaking RV Roof? Not rated yet
How do we fix it? ANSWER: Greetings David thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. There is nothing like a short …

The Holding Tank Level Lights On My Motor Home Stopped Working Not rated yet
I have a Itasca 2003 Motor Home and the lights on the holding tanks stopped working. Is there a fuse for this? If so where is it located? Thanks …

How Do I Change The Light Bulbs In The Light Fixtures Under The Cabinet Of My 2005 Pace Arrow Mothorhome? Not rated yet
I have a 2005 Pace Arrow and it has a couple of cabin lights that have burned out. They are the lights that are installed in the bottom of the shelf over …

The House Batteries On My Travel Trailer Keep Going Dead Not rated yet
My travel trailer has fully charged batteries but won't keep the dc power going in the trailer. It doesn't take long and the fridge is dead along with …

What Type Of Hydraulic Fluid Does My RV Slide Out Use? Not rated yet
Can you tell me what kind of oil to use in the pump that runs my slide on my RV in and out. ANSWER: Greetings Rick thanks for submitting your question …

How Can I Add A Slide Out To My RV? Not rated yet
We have a 42 ft. RV and are now living in it full time. Could you give me the name of manufacturers who could possiby add 1 slide-out unit to the front …

How Can I Receive Digital TV In My Camper Trailer? Not rated yet
I have a horse trailer with living quarters . There is already a television in there but since the change to digital does not work. Could someone tell …

The Toilet In My Motorhome Is Leaking Not rated yet
As soon as I turn on water to R.V. carpet in bathroom becomes soaked. Do you think a water hose may be the problem? Thanks P.S. I have not taken …

What Do I Need To Plug My 30 Amp RV Into 50 Amp Electric? Not rated yet
Can I plug in my 30 amp 2003 Coleman Utah pop up into a 50 amp service? ANSWER: Hi Tim, if you are talking about plugging your 30 Amp RV into a 50 …

How Much Does a 1975 Coachmen Travel Trailer Weigh? Not rated yet
What is the dry weight of a 1975 Coachmen Cadet Trailer? ANSWER: Greetings Tim thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

How Do I Replace The Rotted Wood On My 1982 Holidaire Travelaire Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
Hi, I just bought my trailer and I noticed that the siding along the bottom side of it was starting to lift. I noticed the wood underneath had gotten wet …

How Do I Manually Open And Close The Slide Outs On My 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
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I Can't Find the Electrical Converter in My 5th Wheel Trailer Not rated yet
I have bought a 1997 Jayco 28 foot Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer. When I turn on more than two interior lights they cycle off and on. Also the house battery …

Where Can I Get Parts For My Toyota Mini-Motorhome? Not rated yet
I have a 1991 21 ft Sunrader Motorhome and the gasket material between the cab and coach has dried out and brittle. How can I remove the old material and …

The VCR In Our RV Won't Work While On Generator Power Not rated yet
Our VCR does not work while we are on generator but it will when we are hooked up to electrical. What is the deal? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting …

Am I Required By Law To Wear A Seatbelt When Riding In A Motorhome? Not rated yet
What is the law on seatbelts for passengers in a motorhome? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Where Can I Purchase The Videos by RVing Expert Mark Polk? Not rated yet
Can I purchase these videos anywhere? ANSWER: Greetings Michelle thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. RVing Expert …

Our RV's Sewage Leaked Into The RV's Central Vacuum System, Now What Do We Do? Not rated yet
We have a 5th wheel and the pipe that connects to the toilet had a leak at the seal and we did not realize it also our pipes backed up and we had to have …

The Running Lights On My Travel Trailer Stay On Even When Trailer Is Unhooked From Tow Vehicle Not rated yet
We have a 1998 Sportsman 28 ft. Travel Trailer. Just bought it last spring and had a great time camping last summer and keeping the trailer on our hunting …

How Do I Stop The Wheel Covers On My RV From Falling Off When Going Down The Road? Not rated yet
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Which RV Satellite Antennas Are Compatible With DirecTV? Not rated yet
Which satellite antennas are compatible with Direct TV? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. Here is …

My Motorhomes House Batteries Are Not Being Charged By My Motorhome's Alternator Not rated yet
08 Gulfstream Tourmaster house batteries won't charge off engine alternator why? ANSWER: Greetings Buzz thanks for submitting your question on our …

Freezing Fresh Water Tank on 1996 Winnebago Grand Tour Not rated yet
I plan on taking a trip out west in Nov. I found the fresh water tank is under the motor home in a metal box with insulation inside. Is there a heat duct …

Where Is The Battery Cutoff Switch On a 1997 Sea Breeze Motorhome? Not rated yet
Where is the switch for the coach battery to turn it on and off? ANSWER: Greetings Jim thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

I Am In The Dark In My Holiday Rambler Travel Trailer Not rated yet
Where is my power (inverter/convertor) 1989 Alumalite Travel Trailer. My lights inside stopped working. (No blown fuses) My water heater still works. I …

Where Can I Get Replacement Window Curtains For My RV? Not rated yet
Need new curtains for fifth wheel and would appreciate knowing "if and where" they may sell them. Have a 358 rlts, 35 foot Coachman. Solid valance and …

Can My 1996 31 Foot Georgie Boy Cruise Master Pull a Jeep Wrangler? Not rated yet
Can my 1996 31 foot Georgie Boy Cruise Master Chevy V8 pull a 2003 Jeep Wrangler Sport? ANSWER: Greetings Wally thanks for submitting your question …

What Tool Do I Use To Remove The Weird Screws On a Holiday Rambler Generator Cover? Not rated yet
The screw heads on a 2008 Holiday Rambler generator cover have weird heads like a half round half hex with a half Phillips head in the center. What do …

What Is A "Live In Rating" For RVs? Not rated yet
Exactly what makes a trailer rated for live in and not live in. What is the difference? ANSWER: Greetings Terry thanks for submitting your question …

Will My 1/2 Ton Pickup Be Able To Pull a 7800 Pound 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
I have a 2009 GMC Z71 half ton pickup I bought in October of 09 with a 5.3 315 hp engine with a 3.42 rear end. Towing capacity is 10,700 lbs. and the pay …

My Older Class C Motorhome Only Goes 35 MPH When Climbing Hills, Is This Normal? Not rated yet
I have a 1994 Fleetwood Tioga with 107000. When climbing hills it has no power speed drops to 35 mph this is my first MH. I had it for 2 yrs is this normal …

Where Can I Buy Seam Tape For The Interior Fabric Paneling In My RV? Not rated yet
This question is in reference to a Wildwood 362 fkds Travel Trailer. The color matching seam tape is coming off on the seams on the interior paneling. …

How Do I Install An RV Holding Tank Rinser On My Motorhome? Not rated yet
I would like to add a black water tank cleaning kit to my 29' 2000 Minnie Winnie. The tank is visible thru the service compartment but is on the opposite …

How Much Will It Cost To Repair An RV Diesel Engine That Smokes & Has Coolant In The Oil? Not rated yet
I'm considering buying a fixer upper RV. One I'm looking at says '1989 Overland 38' Diesel Pusher Motorhome, it is in good shape with 91,000 miles on it. …

How Can I Ship A Motorhome From The United Kindom To Australia? Not rated yet
Hi Guys I wish to ship my RV Motorhome from the UK to Australia for a year or two for a holiday destination Melbourne or Sydney. Can anyone recommend …

Why Are My RV's House Batteries Making A Popping Noise When My RV Is Plugged Into Electric? Not rated yet
I have a noise in my batteries that sounds like a popping. My battery light comes on an off. I'm not running RV just plugged in. ANSWER: Greetings …

Can I Buy A Kit To Add Slideouts To My RV? Not rated yet
Is it possible to buy a kit to add a slide out to an existing Travel Trailer? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Where Can I Buy Replacement Cabinets And Cabinet Doors For My RV? Not rated yet
I have a lot of wall holes and broken cabinet doors in my fifth wheel due to vandalism - where can I buy replacement material for walls and cabinet doors? …

What Weight Tent Trailer Can My SUV Tow? Not rated yet
Hello, I'm trying to find out if my 2003 Mazda Tribute can tow a tent trailer and up to what weight? ANSWER: Greetings Dawn thanks for submitting …

Can't Find the Plug In for Cable TV On The Outside Of My Winnebago Motor Home? Not rated yet
I've looked, and I'm known to overlook things, but any help would be appreciated. Where on the outside would the cable in be located on a 31ft 1998 Winnebago …

How Do I Add A Power Inverter To My RV? Not rated yet
I would like to add an inverter to my RV how do I do this? ANSWER: Greetings Teri thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Rookie RV Owner Has A Few Questions Not rated yet
First, Hi to everyone! Since we're new to RV'ing, we purchased a very good in shape RV and below book value as the dealer needed more space for his …

Where Is The Breaker Panel On A 1987 Establishment Pinnacle Mothorhome? Not rated yet
Where is the breaker panel located on a 1987 Establishment Pinnacle Motor Home? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Where Should We Get A Continued Service Plan For Our Motorhome? Not rated yet
Where is the best place to purchase extended care plans for a 2003 Southwind my wife and I are about to purchase? ANSWER: Greetings Addison thanks …

How Do I Install A Digital TV In Our Motorhome? Not rated yet
How do I remove and replace the analog TV that is built into the overhead of my motor home with a wall mount HDTV? ANSWER: Greetings Mike thanks …

What Kind Of Generator Goes Into a 1989 Winnebago Class C Motorhome? Not rated yet
What kind of Generator goes in a 1989 Winnebago C Class? ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Why Can't We Use Our VCR/DVD Player With Our New Digital TV In Our RV? Not rated yet
We just bought a small Viore Model # PLC10V49 digital TV to replace an old worn out analog TV in our RV bedroom. The only connection to the old TV was …

Where Can I Get Replacement Decals For A Rockwood Roo Camper? Not rated yet
Where can I get replacement Rockwood Roo stickers for my camper? ANSWER: Hi Cherie thanks the first place I suggest you always start looking for …

Both Slide Outs On Our RV Do Not Open Not rated yet
I have a 2004 Newmar Kountry Star with two slideouts. It sat for a cold winter and now both slideouts will not operate. The controller for each makes a …

We Have No Hot Water In Our 5th Wheel Trailer Not rated yet
I have a 1994 Terry Fifth Wheel, which we just purchased. We have no hot water at all. Is there something we can do or is something wrong? ANSWER: …

How to Install a New Toilet in an RV Not rated yet
I have a 1997 Southwind and would like to upgrade the toilet. The existing toilet is starting to leak and it is about time to replace it with a new perhaps …

How Do I Prepare My RV For Storing It Indoors In Arizona For The Summer?  Not rated yet
What should we do for indoor storage with no power in Arizona for 6 months? ANSWER: Greetings Al thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

Can I Add A Slide Out Room To My Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
I have a 1993 Wilderness Travel Trailer but wish it had a slide out, I am just wondering, can one be added? Thank you ANSWER: Greetings Laura …

Where Can I Find An Owner's Manual For My 1985 Jamboree Rally Motorhome? Not rated yet
Where can I find an owner’s manual for my 1985 Jamboree Rally? ANSWER: Greetings Diane thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Where Can I Find The Breaker Box On My Class C Motorhome? Not rated yet
We just purchased a 1992 Tioga Montara by Fleetwood and cannot find the breaker box! Have looked in and under everything! HELP! ANSWER: Greetings …

My RV's Dometic Fridge Keeps Blowing Fuses Not rated yet
My Dometic RV Fridge blows fuses. It will work for about 4 days, then begins to blow the fuse in the fuse panel. It does not matter if it is hooked up …

What Fuel Mileage Can I Expect From a 1979 24 Ft. Midas Motor Home? Not rated yet
I am thinking about buying my first motorhome, after Traveling/living in a travel van for over two years. Does anyone know how many miles per gallon a …

Where Can I Get Exterior Window Molding Products For My RV? Not rated yet
I have a 1985 C Class 27 foot Tioga Motor Home, Manufacture by Fleetwood. The exterior trim molding around the Windows have shrunk. What business sells …

None Of The Propane Appliances In Our RV Work After Our Propane Tank Got Refilled Not rated yet
I have a 1991 Pinnacle Motor Home, I ran out of propane full it up and now I can't get the water heater or the stove and the heater started, I need help …

What Is The Dry Weight Of My Innsbrook Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
What is the dry weight of a 1989 24 ft Innsbrook Camper. Regular bumper trailer. ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

Can I Convert my RV's 30 Amp Electrical Service To 50 Amps? Not rated yet
I have a 30 amp land feed to my RV and a 7kw generator. I want to install a 50 amp transfer switch and convert the 30 amp to 50 amp land supply with the …

We Are Storing Our 5th Wheel In Arizona For The Summer, What Can We Leave Inside Of It? Not rated yet
What can I leave in the 5th wheel?? ANSWER: Greetings Margot thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. We have a …

Can I Tow A 2000 Dodge Dakota 4 Wheels Down Behind My Motorhome? Not rated yet
Dodge Dakota, how far back in years like 1999 to 2000 can they be towed 4 wheels down? I know 2001 to 2003 you can, but i dont know about 2000. ANSWER: …

Does My RV's Refrigerator Have a Drain Hose? Not rated yet
Does an RV Frig. have a drain hose to get rid of water. I have water on the floor and NO roof leak. ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question …

Does An RV Refrigerator Use A Lot Of Electricity When Plugged Into a House? Not rated yet
Does having your RV plugged into the house electric only to keep the RV refrigerator cold, cause your electric bill to go up? ANSWER: Greetings Suss …

How Do I Open The Awning On My RV? Not rated yet
We just bought a 1986 5th Wheel Travel Trailer we have every diagram needed except for the awning, it won't open, how do I open it? Is there a book or …

What Can I Do To Fix A Sagging Sofa Bed In My RV? Not rated yet
Is there anything I can do to repair or tighten the sofa sleeper so it does not sag and hit the frame? ANSWER: Greetings Stu thanks for submitting …

The Water Heater Bypass System On My RV Has Problems Not rated yet
I have 1-3 way valve by the water heater and the second 3 way valve in the plumbing and discharge compartment. The unit is a 2002 Fleetwood Expedition …

I Need To Know What to Pack When Going RVing Not rated yet
I am new to RVing; I just bought my first Travel Trailer. I plan to travel and I would like to know from other people what is the most important things …

Can The Power Steering Pump On My Ford Explorer Be Damaged When Being Towed Behind An RV? Not rated yet
Has anyone ever had a power steering pump problem , because of towing behind a rv. I have a ford 2007 evplorer, with 35,000 miles on it of which 5000, …

Can I Carry Kayaks With a Crew Cab Pickup Towing a 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
Does anyone know if you can carry 10' kayaks on the roof of a crew cab pickup towing a 5th wheel and still have room for the 5th wheel to clear the kayaks …

One Of The Electric Outlets In My RV Isn't Working Not rated yet
One Of The Electric Outlets In My RV Isn't Working ANSWER: Greetings Danny thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Where Can I Get A Crank Up Cable For My 1993 Dutchmen Pop Up Camper? Not rated yet
I have a 1993 Dutchmen pop up camper the cable to pop it up has broke can I buy a new one and is it hard to replace myself?

What Type Of Water Filter Do I Need For a 2008 Grand Junction Fifth Wheel? Not rated yet
What type of water filter does my 2008 Grand Junction use, and is there a special wrench to get it off. ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question …

What Can I Do To Improve The Steering On My Motorhome? Not rated yet
My steering in my 2001 26' Class A RV seems to have too much play. I believe the local Workhorse dealer doesn't know what to do, so he says there's nothing …

The AC Unit On My RV Only Works Intermittently Not rated yet
I have a 97 Terry Travel Trailer when I turn on the thermostat to Auto Cool 90% of the time it will not work however if I turn it on On Cool 90% of the …

How Do I Remove The Slideout Hydraulic Line From The Ram located In My Motorhome's Wall? Not rated yet
How to access hydraulic line that is attached to the ram inside the wall of our slide? This is a 2004 Fourwinds Chateau. I know where the line is I just …

Where Can I Get A New Holding Tank For My RV? Not rated yet
Where do I get a replacement holding tank for my Georgie Boy? ANSWER: Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. Before …

Can I Plug In Computer Speakers To The Earphone Jack Of My RV's 12 Volt TV? Not rated yet
Can you use (computer speaker) self-powered speakers with your 12 volt TV? I have a headphone jack and RCA in back of TV. ANSWER: Greetings Judy …

My RV's Interior Lights Blow When Connected To Shore Power Not rated yet
I have a 1987 Jayco on a Ford chassis. I replaced the coach battery and all interior lights work great, but whe plugging into shore power interior light …

How Can I Get Digital TV Channels On The Older TVs In My RV? Not rated yet
How can I convert my analog TV/antenna in my motor home to digital so we can watch TV while we are traveling? I do not think my TV is digital, so rather …

Why Won't My Tow Vehicle Charge My Fifth Wheel's House Batteries? Not rated yet
I just bought a 1998 Travel Supreme 33 foot Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer. The slide out wouldn't work on Battery or the front jacks. I hooked it to my truck …

Where Is The Power Inverter In Our 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
Looking for the power inverter on a 1997 Alfa Gold 34ft Fifth Wheel. ANSWER: Greetings Keith thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV …

What's The Maximum Mileage An RV Can Have To Qualify For An RV Extended Warranty? Not rated yet
The Good Sam Club places a maximum mileage of 80,000 on extended warranty. Are there any that offer this service at 133,000 miles? ANSWER: Greetings …

What Beaches Allow RVs To Camp On Them? Not rated yet
we stay at Malaquite Beach near Corpus Christi Texas. Are there any beaches in the US that are available to stay at like the National Seashore in Texas? …

How Much Does A 1996 Innsbruck Travel Trailer Weigh? Not rated yet
How much does o 30 foot innsbruck trail trailer weigh with 1 set of bunks in rear? ANSWER: Greetings Chad thanks for submitting your question on …

I Have A Digital TV Converter Box In My RV But I Am Not Receiving All The Digital TV Channels Not rated yet
I have installed a digital converter box in my Toy Hauler; however I am not able to receive any TV stations here in San Diego, Ca. I was in Ocotillo …

How Do I Re-Cerify My Older Camper's Propane Tanks? Not rated yet
I have a 1993 lance camper they have 5-gallon tanks. What does it cost to recertify tanks? I've been using standard OPD tanks, but I know it's not safe …

What Size Generator For My 5th Wheel Trailer Not rated yet
What size generator do I need for my 2000 Coachman Fifth Wheel or how do I figure it out myself? ANSWER: Greetings Jennifer thanks for submitting …

How Can I Increase The Ground Clearance Of My Toy Hauler Trailer? Not rated yet
I have a 2007 Work & Play 18 ft. I would like to raise the box up little more, 3 or 4 inches for more ground clearance. Any ideas? Thank You Joe …

Do You Have A Video On How To Install An Stay A While Propane Adaptor On An RV? Not rated yet
Do you have video clip on how to install the stayawhile propane adapter on a 1990 Bounder Motorhome? ANSWER: Greetings William thanks for submitting …

Why Does The Voltage In My RV's 12 Volt System Keep Fluctuating? Not rated yet
On my 12 volt system the voltage will go down to 12.4 and then go back up to 13.5 volts. Is this normal or is there a problem and what should I look for? …

Why Are The 12 Volt Lights On My RV Going Dim? Not rated yet
Have a new 2009 RV and the 12 volt lights seem to be getting weaker by the day. They work but dim. The battery looks new and has water in it. The posts …

What Year Did They Start Making Walk On Roofs On Travel Trailers? Not rated yet
I am going to buy a 2001 Travel Trailer within the next week and it has waves on the roof. I noticed that the air conditioner is at the bottom of one of …

Where can I get wiring and plumbing diagrams for a 2003 Holiday Rambler Endeavor? Not rated yet
Were can I get wiring and plumbing diagrams for a 2003 Holiday Rambler Endeavor? ANSWER: Greetings Sandra thanks for submitting your question on …

Where Can I Get Cargo Door T-Handles For A 1989 Georgie Boy RV? Not rated yet
I am looking for the special t-handle for 1989 Georgie Boy,Cruise Master RV. ANSWER: Greetings Pam thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

How Do I Keep My RV From Freezing Up During Winter Camping? Not rated yet
How do I use my motorhome in the winter time without it freezing the lines?? First year we have wanted to us it in the winter. ANSWER: Greetings …

What Is The Best Way Of Storing Our RV During The Summer? Not rated yet
We travel during the summer in one fifth wheel and just bought a fifth wheel to leave in Arizona while we are gone during the summer. The questions are: …

Why Is Our RV's Water Pump Noisy? Not rated yet
Our water pump seems to louder than normal when it is used. Also sometimes during the middle of the night it will kick on and then off without turning …

We Need A Maintenance Manual For Our Coachmen Motorhome Not rated yet
We recently purchased a 1988 Coachmen Classic Motorhome. It is 34 feet long, and there were no maintenance guides included. (guess they got lost. Is …

How Can I Stop My RV From Swaying While Going Down The Road? Not rated yet
I have a 1986 24' Minnie Winnie Motorhome,with a 350 CID engine. it has a swaying problem. not too bad when not pulling my Ranger pickup, but when I hook …

How Do I Winterize My RV? Not rated yet
How do you winterize a 1996 Pace Arrow Fleetwood Vision? we just bought it and there are no books with it. Thanks for any help you might give us, …

The Trailer Jack On My Travel Trailer Does Not Work Not rated yet
My travel trailer jack will not go down once I jacked the trailer up. The jack clicks when I try to go higher and jams when I try to go lower. How do I …

How Do I Remove An Old TV From My RV? Not rated yet
I have a 2006 31c Minnie Winnie and want to change the installed TV for a flat panel tv. How does one remove the old TV? ANSWER: Greetings George …

Can I Install An Electrical Outlet Near A Propane Line In My RV? Not rated yet
I want to install a 110 duplex outlet in the wall next to my stove. I saw that there is propane line/ fitting in close proximity to where I want to install …

I Have a Mouse Problem In My Motorhome, How Do I Get Rid Of Them? Not rated yet
I have a 1999 32 ft windsport MH. I am sick of the mouse problem. I have spent more time under this thing trying to find holes than RVing. Any input would …

The Slide Out On My Travel Trailer Can Only Be Closed Manually Not rated yet
I have a 1995 31' Holiday Rambler Alumalite Travel Trailer, with a single 12 (or 14) foot slideout. The slideout goes out okay, but will not close with …

I Am Having Problems Winterizing My Motorhome Not rated yet
We have a 1999 PaceArrow Vision that has 2 fresh water tanks connected together. When I put anti-freeze into the fresh water fill, I am losing the anti-freeze. …

I Think I Have A Small Leak In The Roof Of My 5th Wheel RV Not rated yet
How does one stop small, almost insignificant leaks that show up as tiny discolorations on the ceiling inside my closet? It's the front closest nearest …

I Am Building An Outside Entertainment Center For My RV What Type Of TV Should I Use? Not rated yet
Must I purchase a specific style or brand of TV to install in the bay of my RV? ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

The Waste Dump Handle On My RV Came Off Can I Replace It? Not rated yet
The black tank lever came off, while I was winterizing the camper. Can this be repaired or replaced. If so how? ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting …

The RV Dealership I Bought My RV From Is Closing, Are They Still Responsible For My RV's Warranty? Not rated yet
If a dealership is closing down in Louisiana and I bought my RV there, are they responsible for the Warranty work for a certain period of time? ANSWER: …

My RV's Auxiliary Battery Runs Low At Night When I Run My Furnace Not rated yet
What is the best way to keep the auxiliary battery from running down so fast when I run my furnace at night in my RV? ANSWER: Greetings Brent thanks …

What Is The Proper Setup For My RV's Digital TV Converter Box and Video Distribution System? Not rated yet
I have read and understand your article on installing a digital TV converter box: How Do I Install A Digital TV Converter Box In My RV? In that article …

Where Can I Get The Brakes On My Coachmen Motorhome Fixed? Not rated yet
We have a 1998 Coachmen Leprechaun motorhome and the RV place is really expensive for brakes. Is there somewhere else that replaces brakes on motorhomes? …

How to Install a Vent Cover on Your RV Not rated yet
We have a 2005 Fleetwood Tioga SL. We have a cracked roof vent cover. We bought a replacement but no instructions. We need to know how to get the old …

Where Can I Buy Brake Fluid Cap For A 2003 RexAir Motorhome? Not rated yet
Where would I buy this? I just bought the motorhome and have now discovered this is missing and has been for some time, also how do I get at this to fill …

The Front TV In Our RV Shuts Off When The RV Is Running Because Of A Safety System, How Do We Bypass This? Not rated yet
We have satellite in motion but we cannot watch the front TV in our RV while the motorhome is running because of the safety feature. Is there any way to …

Where Is Power Converter Located In My 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
I cannot locate the power converter on a 2004 Terry 255 RLDS. we have searched the coach completely. ANSWER: Greetings Gary thanks for submitting …

The Fuse In The SpectronIQ TV In My RV Keeps Blowing When I Plug RV Antenna COAX Cable Into It Not rated yet
My son gave me his 32" SpectronIQ flat screen TV that I wanted to put into my RV. Once I mounted the TV in its location and plugged it in there was no …

How Do I Repair The Cracked Caulking Around The Vents On The Roof Of My RV? Not rated yet
I have a 2001 Workhorse, Condor class A motorhome. I was checking the roof (fiberglass I believe) and noticed that the sealing compound around the vents …

The Tip-Out On My 1989 35 Foot Jayco Will Not Run Or Move Not rated yet
Tipout will not move. How do I get access to the area that it is installed in? Is there a manual over ride to make it functional? I have to do what it …

Where can I rent a truck to pull a 5th wheel trailer in Northern California? Not rated yet
I have lost the use of my work truck for towing and wanted to know where I can rent a truck until I buy one. Help!!! ANSWER: Greetings Walter thanks …

The Pilot Light On My RVs Furnace Stays Lit But Furnace Will Not Turn On Not rated yet
I light the pilot light and turn up the thermostat and it does not kick on but the pilot stays lit. ANSWER: Greetings Frank thanks for submitting …

Where Can I Get Replacement Graphics For My 1993 Motorhome? Not rated yet
Hi, where can I get replacement decals for my 1993 Tioga? ANSWER: Greetings Mark thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Where Can I Get A Part Number For My Older Airstream Motorhome? Not rated yet
I am trying to locate a part # for my 1986 Classic 345 Airstream Motorhome. It is for the main fuse block or maybe called Junction Block that is located …

I Have A Mystery Light On My Motorhome, What Is It And How Do I Turn It Off? Not rated yet
I have a light on just outside and by the septic removal area. I thought it was for telling me that my septic was full, but now that it is empty it will …

How Can You Tell If An RV Has Power Steering? Not rated yet
How can you tell by looking at the interior of the RV if it has power steering? If indicators are not visible, what can you do to find out? Thanks! …

Where Can I Get A Trailer Hitch Wiring Adapter For My Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
I’m moving my 1991 Dutchmen trailer it has been sitting in a campground in Me. for 5 yrs I went to plug it into my truck and realized the plugs have changed. …

Where Is The VIN Number Located On a 2005 Surveyor Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
We are trying to do a lien sale on a Travel Trailer but cannot find the VIN help!!!!!!!!!!!!! ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question …

My RV's Air Conditioner Only Blows Warm Air Not rated yet
My A/C unit which is a Carrier Air V RC was working for air but would only get to about 80 degrees it wouldn't get any colder now it’s not even turning …

Should We Remove The Battery From Our RV When Long-Term Camping? Not rated yet
We have a 2003 wildwood 39d - It is parked at a park and never moves from there. We are plugged into the park electrical system. My question is - do we …

Where Can I Get A Fuse Block For My RV? Not rated yet
My TV and also my tracking lights stopped working along with my overhead control panel. Do you carry the fuse box that sits in the compartment behind the …

Why Do Mice Keep Invading Our Scepter RV? Not rated yet
We have had mice in 2005 to 2008 Holiday Rambler RVs. We have had a 2005 Endeavor with mice getting in continuously and a 2008 Scepter with mice getting …

I Bought A New Light Switch For My RV How Do I Wire It? Not rated yet
I have a light switch that burnt I pulled it out and it has 6 wires going to it and i do not know how they go back in that one switch 97 Aljo. Thanks, …

Where Can I Get Ceiling Molding For My RV? Not rated yet
I Have a 2003 Trail Lite Motor home by R-Vision. The molding on the ceiling has warped and needs to be replaced have tried several Motor Home parts shops …

The Automatic Transmission On My Motorhome Stopped Working  Not rated yet
The Motorhome was parked and was trying to reposition it under RV carport. Backed up, pulled forward once and backed up again, and needed to pull forward …

Where Can I Get An Interior Layout Diagram For A 1976 Coachmen Leprechaun? Not rated yet
I have recently purchased a 1976 Coachmen Leprechaun. Only 48000 miles and in great shape. It has had some interior modifications. Where can I find interior …

All the Storage Compartment Locks On Our 1999 Fleetwood, Southwind Motorhome Are Broken Not rated yet
All the locks on our storage compartments are broken. Apparently on this model year the only way to replace the lock is to completely take the doors apart? …

RV Size Matters Depending on Where You Want to Camp Not rated yet
Looking into buying a class A motorhome. I prefer a 30 footer. They are hard to find. I am concerned that many of the state/National parks cannot handle …

Where Is the 115 VAC Junction Box For Outlets On The Passenger Side Of a 1984 Southwind Motorhome? Not rated yet
Hello, I bought a 1984 Southland 4 months ago and have been living in it in Baja for 4 months. I have probably been using the 115VAC outlets more than …

Does a 1990 Roadtrek Class B Motorhome Have Separate Gray And Black Water Holding Tanks? Not rated yet
not sure if my 90 roadtrek has separate gray and black water tanks? ANSWER: Greetings Ginny thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV …

What Is The Engine Belt Routing For A 1991 Coachman Motorhome With A 460 Engine? Not rated yet
I have a 1991 Coachman 34'Class A motorhome with a 460 engine the belts were removed for replacement which wasn't done. Now I have the new belts to put …

Will Two 6 Volt Deep Cycle Batteries Be Able To Start My RV's Generator? Not rated yet
I have read your comments on the use of regular and deep cycle batteries for 5th wheel campers. You state that true deep cycle batteries work best for …

Only Half Of The Interior Lights In My Class C Minnie Winnie Motorhome Work Not rated yet
I have a 1989 Class C Minnie Winnie. All of the interior lights from the bathroom forward will not work. The bedroom lights work fine. Checked/replaced …

The Air Bag Suspension System On My Motorhome Will Not Dump Air Not rated yet
My air bag suspension dump quit working. How do I troubleshoot the problem? I believe the rocker switch is working properly, but whatever is supposed …

The Grey Water Holding Tank Drain Valve Is Broken On My RV Not rated yet
I have 2007 Road Trek (Sprinter). The lever that releases the tank is connected to the Grey water tank by a wire. The wire broke and the tank won't drain …

RV Battery Was Hooked Up Backwards, Now My Converter Will Not Charge Battery Not rated yet
I have a 1985 GMC " C " class motorhome 24 ft. This year we went out on a trip and when we came home I forgot to turn off the furnace switch and it drained …

The Transmission On My 1979 Chevy Coachmen Motor Home Will Not Shift  Not rated yet
I only have reverse and low 1st gear, what could the problem be and what trouble shooting can I do? It has a 350 engine tranny model MX1 option # NA1 standard …

What Do We Need To Know About Boondocking And Full Timing In Our RV? Not rated yet
I just purchased my first RV, a 1993 Allegro Bay OshKosh Diesel Pusher. We travel across the country almost constantly in our business and the reason why …

What Do The Labels On My RVs Battery Gauge Mean? Not rated yet
In our Sunnybrook camper, the battery gauge, when we test it, shows one of these options; E F C G...Could someone tell me what these stand for? I know …

How Many Square Feet Does A 2006 Coachmen Encore Have With All Slides Open? Not rated yet
how many square feet aproximatly would a 2006 coacmen encore have when all slides are open? ANSWER: Greetings Marc thanks for submitting your question …

I Have No 120 Volt Power In My 1983 Southwind Motor Home Not rated yet
I am getting electricity to the converter box, but no power coming out. Can you help me find the circuit panel and/or fuses that could be tripped. It's …

Where Can I Get A Canvas Replacement Kit For A 1987 Sunlite Tent Trailer? Not rated yet
I have an old sunlite tent trailer on which the canvas is starting to tear/rot. I have heard that there are canvas replacement kits available for some …

What Is The Weight Of A 1983 23 Foot Holiday Rambler Monitor-Lite 5th Wheel? Not rated yet
I can not find any information on a 23 foot holiday rambler monitor-lite fifth wheel single axle such as weight, how much holding tanks hold, etc. …

How Is The Roof On My 1983 Layton Travel Trailer Constructed? Not rated yet
I have a 83 Layton 30' camper. My roof looks like the surface of the moon! Before I attempt any major repair, I would like to know how and with what …

Where Is The Cable TV Connection On My Motorhome? Not rated yet
We just purchased a 2009 Fleetwood 40 foot diesel motor home. We have been unable to find where to hook the cable line to the home when we go to RV parks. …

The Batteries On My RV Are Only Charging Up To 74%, Why? Not rated yet
When I set up the charger on my 2 - 6 volt batteries it won't charge more than 74%. At what point do I consider changing the batteries. Everything still …

Should We Keep Our RV Connected To Home Electrical To Maintain Batteries? Not rated yet
My husband keeps our 5th wheel continually connected to 110 electric while stored alongside our house. He has explained to me he does this to keep batteries …

Should We Buy A Tent Trailer Or A 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
You probably have heard this 1000 times! I own an F150 pick up. My family of 4 (kids under 10) go camping from the start of the season to the end; usually …

How Do I Bypass The Battery Cutoff Switch On My RV? Not rated yet
The chassis battery cut off switch is broken in the off position- how can I by-pass it to start my RV safely until I can replace the switch. ANSWER: …

How Do I Flush The Gray and Black Water Holding Tanks on a 2006 Keystone Hobbi? Not rated yet
Just bought it and it did not have an owner's manual. Downloaded one off the web, but it doesn't tell me exactly how to flush the tanks. Please help. …

Should we repair or not repair the delamination on our RVs exterior? Not rated yet
I read your answer concerning the bulge on the outside of the RV. Our leak was from the window and is now sealed. Once sealed can we forgo the repair of …

What is the weight of a 1969 Aljo 20' travel trailer? Not rated yet
What is the weight of a 1969 Aljo 20' camper trailer? What Sort of vehicle would safely tow this trailer? ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting …

I have an amplified Winegard antenna on my RV; can I still use a signal booster to improve Digital TV reception? Not rated yet
My Winegard antenna already has a amplifier, can I use the Motorola Signal Booster 484095-001-00 Bi-Directional RF Amplifier and the built in Winegard …

Where is the power inverter on my 2004 Fleetwood Prowler Fifth Wheel? Not rated yet
I have a 2004 Fleetwood Prowler fifth wheel. I need to know where the inverter is located. It is model 285rls. ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting …

When I Drain The Kitchen Sink In My Motorhome It Comes Out The Drain In My Shower Not rated yet
When I'm using the sink in my kitchen the water is going to the shower floor. The water is coming out from the drain of my shower. The water stay until …

Where is the fresh water holding tank drain valve on a 1986 Terravan motorhome? Not rated yet
We just bought a 1986 Terravan but can't find the freshwater valve. we need to drain and clean. Does anyone know where it is located? Thanx Bob …

Why have all of the electric outlets in our motorhome stopped working? Not rated yet
We bought a 1986 Southwind 2 weeks ago so are limited in any knowledge on RV's. Last night we plugged in to our friend's house and everything was working. …

The 12 volt lights in my RV don't work with generator running and batteries disconnected is this normal? Not rated yet
My lights work with battery ok but if I have the battery disconnected and generator running the inside lights do not come on? Is this normal? ANSWER: …

What should I use to seal the roof of my RV? Not rated yet
I have a 1985-32ft. Pinnacle motorhome and I was wondering what is the best way to seal the roof on it. It is a one piece roof. The motorhome itself is …

How do I open the slide out on a 1998 Fleetwood Wilderness Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
I need to know how to open the slide out on a 1998 Fleetwood Wilderness Travel Trailer. ANSWER: Greetings thanks for submitting your question on …

Where Is The Power Distribution Box On A 1991 Four Winds RV? Not rated yet
Where on a 1991 ford four winds rv is the power distribution box located? ANSWER Greetings Jen thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An …

What type of Freon is used in the roof A/C of a 1984 Fleetwood Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
I have a 1984 Fleetwood Wilderness 28w travel trailer with a roof A/C. What kind of freon is used in this old system? ANSWER: Greetings Tim thanks …

Why Is My RVs Roof Air Conditioner Only Blowing Warm Air? Not rated yet
We purchased a used AC which we were told blew Cold Air. However, after installing it, it only blows warm air. What should we check to see if something …

What kind of 12 volt to 120 volt power inverter can I put in a 1988 Fleetwood RV? Not rated yet
We were just told our inverter is no longer working. We bought the RV in January and apparently need to replace the inverter now. What type/kind of inverter …

What Was The Original Price Of A 1983 P30 Southwind Motorhome? Not rated yet
What was the original price for a 1983 P30 Southwind Motorhome? ANSWER Greetings thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Why Have We Lost All TV Signals In Our RV? Not rated yet
After installing 2 digital converter boxes last year, I received incredibly good reception at several locations. Then, I started getting a "no signal" …

I need suggestions for a mattress in my camper and also need gross weight of camper Not rated yet
It's a 15 foot up right camper called sunlite made in 1976. I am looking for the gross weight of the camper (empty), as well as any suggestions on higher …

Do I Need An Address In Florida To Register Our RV? Not rated yet
We are selling our home and havng an RV for full time residence. Will we need an address in Florida for tax and registration? ANSWER Greetings thanks …

The Pressure Relief Valve On Our Motorhome's Propane Tank Has Gone Bad Not rated yet
My husband was told that our propane tank, installed under motor home, cannot be filled because it needs a pressure relief valve. Is this something …

Should I Worry About The Noise That Is Coming From The Suspension Of A Class A Motorhome? Not rated yet
I'm currently looking at purchasing a 2005 Fleetwood Terra Class A (21K Miles) wide body with the 8.1 L Work Horse Motor. I just drove it and it appeared …

What Is the Difference Between A 15 Amp And A 30 Amp Plug On An RV? Not rated yet
What's the difference between a 15 amp and a 30 amp plug ANSWER Greetings C. thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

Why Won't My Travel Trailer Receive Electric From My Brand New Battery? Not rated yet
I have a 2004 Four Winds travel trailer. Everything was working fine for the first two years I had it but all of the sudden nothing will run off the battery. …

Where are the fuses located for the accessories on my Conversion Van? Not rated yet
I have a cigarette lighter socket in the camper portion of my conversion van that shorted out. There is a fan and many lights that do not work now. Apparently …

What Kind Of Tires Should I Put On My Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
What kind of tires should I put on my travel trailer? All-season auto tires? Lite Truck Tires? Trailer Tires? ANSWER Hi you should use tires that …

Can I Install A Tube Receiver Hitch On My 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
Can I install a tube receiver hitch to my 1999 35 foot New Vision 5th Wheel? ANSWER Greetings Larry thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

Where Can I Get A List Of RV Dump Stations? Not rated yet
I travel around California and am trying to get a list of all the dump stations. Were do I find all of them? ANSWER Greetings Jessica thanks for …

How Much Freon Does The Dash Air Condtioner On A 1983 Southwind RV Take? Not rated yet
How much Freon goes in a southwind motor home engine 454, year is a 1983? ANSWER: Greetings Robert thanks for submitting your question on our Ask …

How Do I Replace The Floor In Our 5th Wheel Trailer? Not rated yet
What is the best replacement flooring in a 5th wheeler and how best to do it? The linoleum has split and lifted Please Advise ANSWER: Greetings …

Where Can I Get An Owners Manual For A 21' 2006 Sun Valley Roadrunner RBH LTD Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
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What Do I Need To Know About Switching From Analog To Digital TV In An RV? Not rated yet
I have a 2002 Sunnybrook travel trailer with a crank up antenna. Since the switch from analog to digital, all I get on my TV is snow. What do I need to …

Our Travel Trailer's 12 Volt Lights Go Out When We Plug Into 120 Volts. Not rated yet
We have an older (1979) trailer and the 12v lights go out while it is plugged into 110v. The ligts come back on after a few minutes, but we can only use …

The Brake Lights On My RV's Tow Dolly Do Not Work. Not rated yet
We are having trouble with our tow dolly brake lights. They will not respond to out brake being depressed on our motorhome, All of our other lights work …

Can I provide inverter power to outlets in my RV by using two male plugs on cord? Not rated yet
Can I use a male plug on extension cord from inverter to my outlets in RV to power all outlets by having another male plug going to one of the outlets? …

What Kind Of Insurance Do I Need On My 5th Wheel RV? Not rated yet
We have just acquired our first 5th wheel and know nothing about the rules. What kind of insurance will I need if I use the RV for recreation 3 or 4 times …

Where Can I Get A Replacement Water Heater For A 1985 Winnebago Elandan? Not rated yet
Tank is leaking from underneath. Floor is ruined. How do I know what replacement water heater to buy? Third party owners. The only thing I know is it …

Even With A TV Signal Booster Digital TV Reception In Our RV Is Bad. What Can We Do?. Not rated yet
I would like to know what the rv people are suppose to do when the tv reception is bad we cannot lock in on any signals out tv goes in and out when …

The Rear Turn Signals On My 1999 Tioga RV Are Not Working, What Is The Problem? Not rated yet
The tail lights on my 24' 1999 Tioga (Ford Econoline Chassis) RV are working, but my rear turn signals and my brake lights have stopped working. Checked …

Should I Store My RV With The Slidedouts In Or Out? Not rated yet
What is the best way to store an RV slide out, in or out.... ANSWER Greetings Bill Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

The Electrical Outlets In My Travel Trailer Are Not Working When On 12 Volt Battery. Not rated yet
The electrical outlets aren’t working when hooked to battery only but works when plugged to 110/120 electrical outlet, why? I have a 1998 Prowler 22 …

How Do I Fix A Leak In The Seal Between Driver Cab And Motorhome Living Quarters? Not rated yet
I bought a used 2000 Fleetwood Jamboree. After several uses I found that the seal between the cab and the living quarters has a gap that is letting in …

Can I Connect A Power Inverter Directly To My RV's House Batteries? Not rated yet
My RV's Battery Bank consists of two 6 Volt Golf Cart batteries wired (thru a charge controller) to a Solar Array. I'd like to wire up a Sunforce 175 …

I Am Confused On How To Install A Digital TV Converter Box In My RV. Not rated yet
I would like to know how to hook up a DTV Digital To Analog Converter in my RV which is also hooked to a Winegard booster. Do I splitter the antenna to …

I Am Buying An RV, Where Can I Get Information On RV Manufacturer's Costs And Incentives? Not rated yet
How do you find out Manufacturers cost for an RV and when incentives are likely to be offered (and what are the amounts) to determine what amount to offer …

Can You Tow A Car Behind A 5th Wheel Trailer In Nova Scotia? Not rated yet
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Why Is The Starter Battery On My RV Constantly Going Bad? Not rated yet
I Have 1990 Bounder w/460 ford engine (one ton). I have used DieHard batteries for many years and they only last around 6 months. When I go to replace …

The Water System In Our RV Was Damaged By Cold Temperatures, We Have Leaks Everywhere, What Can We Do? Not rated yet
My water pump that is connected to the water tank froze and burst, now that I am trying to connect to city water, it floods my Midas. Is there not a way …

I Cannot Receive Digital TV In My RV, How Do I Fix This? Not rated yet
I have a digital big screen in RV and can't pick up reception. ANSWER Greetings Joseph thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

How Can I Improve The Handling Performance Of My RV? Not rated yet
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What Kind Of House Battery Do I Need For My Class C RV? Not rated yet
What size battery do I need for the cab of a "C" class RV? ANSWER Greetings Don thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question Page. …

I No Longer Receive Cable TV Since I Installed a DTV Converter Box, What Can I Do To Fix It? Not rated yet
I have purchased a digital tuner for my TV's in my motor home. No problem with the installation. Works great. It comes in on channel 3. Prior to connecting …

Will A Digital TV (DTV) Converter Box Work With A Camper Antenna? Not rated yet
Does the new tv converter boxes work in a camper with the camper antenna? ANSWER Thanks for asking your question on our Ask An RVing Question Page. …

Are There Any Devices Available That Will Allow My RV To Run 2 A/Cs On A 15 AMP Circuit? Not rated yet
I was wondering if there is any device you can buy to be able to run your air conditioning off a 15 amp circuit. Is there a type of step up transformer …

Where Can I Get Replacement Wood Grain Paneling For My Denali Trailer (Thor/Dutchmen)? Not rated yet
While traveling the door to our storage compartment under the refrigerator came open, so when we put the slide out it got caught and ripped the door partially …

Where Can I Get An Owner's Manual For A 1984 Toyota Mini Cruiser Motorhome? Not rated yet
I need the owner's manual for a 1984 Toyota Mini Cruiser Motorhome RV. I am having a hard time trying to find one. We need it so we can get familiar with …

Will I Still Be Able To Receive TV In My 5th Wheel Trailer RV After June 12th? Not rated yet
Will I be able to obtain TV reception in my 5th wheeler after 6/12/09? ANSWER Greetings Frank thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An …

Electricity in the travel trailer works at home but not at the campgrounds, what is the problem? Not rated yet
I am running 20 amps in my travel trailer. When I am at home I test to make sure my electricity comes on and it works fine. But when I go the campground …

How Can I Replace The Cracked Flooring In My RV? Not rated yet
The flooring in my travel trailer cracked due to the cold weather of Alberta winters. How can I replace the flooring? Thank you. ANSWER Hi Gurpreet, …

Where Can I Get Replacement Exterior Compartment Doors For A Sun-Lite 210 RBH Special Edition? Not rated yet
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RVing in the 30s 40s and 50s Not rated yet
Hi, my name is Tony and the reason I am writing to you is because my grandmother and grandfather used to be avid RVers. They started with a travel trailer …

How Do You Compute The Cargo Carrying Capacity of an RV When Towing A Vehicle? Not rated yet
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When Were the First Fifth Wheel Trailers Built? Not rated yet
When was the first fifth-wheel camper built? ANSWER The first commercially built 5th Wheel Travel Trailers were licensed in 1929 by the Aerocar Company …

How Can I Learn What I Need To Know About RVing? Not rated yet
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The Converter On Our Tent Trailer Is No Longer Working Not rated yet
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How Hard Is It To Replace The Furniture In A Class A Motorhome?  Not rated yet
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What Legal Address Should FT RVers Use? Not rated yet
My husband is retired and I will soon be retiring. We would like to sell our home and travel the U.S. in an RV indefinitely. My question is what legal …

How Should I Rewire A 1957 General Travel Trailer? Not rated yet
The trailer in question has 2 20 amp screw in fuses but the outside plug in has been cut off. I used some 14 gauge outdoor wire and plugged it into the …

What Type Of Battery Do I Need For A 1984 35 Foot Allegro RV? Not rated yet
What type of battery does a 1984 35 foot allegro recreationa vehicle require? ANSWER Thanks for submitting your question on our Ask An RV Question …

How Do I Find Out If The Recall Repair Has Been Done On My Skyline Trailer? Not rated yet
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How Should I Store A 5th Wheel Trailer In Florida Without Power Not rated yet
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I Am Looking For RV Storage Locations in Florida Not rated yet
I'm looking for a place where I can pay to store my RV in Florida over the Summer months. We're snow birds and don't want to keep it at home. Does anyone …

Which RV Roofing Material is Better, Vinyl Or Rubber? Not rated yet
Trying to decide between a Cruiser with a rubber roof and a Rockwood with a vinyl roof. Can anyone tell me why one would be better than the other? …

We Just Bought A Motorhome And We Need A List Of Discount Camping Clubs Not rated yet
Our family just bought a new motorhome, and we are excited about going out and camping, but we also want to save some money while camping. I know that …

How Do I Install a Digital TV Transport Adapter In My RV? Not rated yet
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Hooking Up Digital TV Converter Box In Conjunction With Satellite Receiver In An RV Not rated yet
I was reading your article on installation of a digital converter box in an RV. This was very helpful; however, it did not address my satellite dish receiver …

We Got Our Motorhome Stuck In Soggy Grass, How Can We Get It Out? Not rated yet
I live in Alabama and we recently had a lot of rain and my Class A is park in my back yard and when I tried to move it out all my wheels just spin, and …

What Is The Best Way Of Storing My Class A, On Tires Or Jacks? Not rated yet
I recently inherited a 1989 40' Country Coach Diesel pusher. What is the best way to store it while parked in our driveway? Should we keep it on its …

What Kind Of Deal Should I Expect When Buying A Class A Motorhome? Not rated yet
I keep hearing that now is a good time to get a great deal on an RV. Some dealerships are offering 40% off sticker price on their websites. Would it …

We Are Getting Terrible Reception On Our RV's TVs, How Can We Fix It? Not rated yet
We are not getting good reception on our t.v.We have a 1998 winnebego brave.The spanish stations are really clear,but the local stations are snowy.We have …

Weighing Your RV to Determine Proper Tire Pressure Not rated yet
We just put on new tires 225/70 19.5 tires the tag inside says 80# psi but other places I have read must weigh the unit to what psi to run this unit also …

How Do They Measure The Length Of A Motorhome Not rated yet
Looking at buying my first rv. Does the length of an rv or travel trailer include just the cabin length or does it include the cab on a class C? Basically …

How Do I Locate Which Fuse Is Bad In Our Motorhome? Not rated yet
We were installing a Digital Converter Box to the Video Switch Box in my Windsport Motorhome and after getting it all set up a fuse blew and now the Video …

What Appliances Can I Run In My Trailer With A 3 amp vs. 30 amp Hookup Not rated yet
I have a 26' 1961 Airstream Overlander that I would like to bring to a gathering of vintage trailers. My trailer has two 15 amp fuses. The registration …

What Cleaning Products Should We Use To Clean The Outside Of Our RV? Not rated yet
We just purchased a 2007 Allegro Bay and do not know how to take care of the outside. Are there any products one should not use? Ie, 409 to easily remove …

We Bought An RV From A Guy Who Went Bankrupt. Court Has Ordered Us To Give RV Back Not rated yet
We bought an RV from a guy at an auction. We paid for the RV and the taxes that day. We did not have the title transferred into our names and now the …

2003 Minnie Winnie Fresh Water Holding Tank Problems. Not rated yet
We bought a 2003 Minnie Winnie that sat unused for 3 years. The previous owner left water in the fresh water holding tank. Now the meter reads 2/3 full …

Can I Claim The Interest On Our RV Loan As Home Mortgage Interest? Not rated yet
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Where Can I Get An Owner's Manual For A 1998 Winnebago? Not rated yet
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How Do We Bypass Our RV's 12 Volt Electrical Converter Not rated yet
We have a 5th wheel RV plugged into a 30 amp circuit. Since doing so our electric bill has skyrocketed. How can we bypass the 12 volt electric converter-which …

We Are New Fulltime RVers, What Do We Need To Know About Residency? Not rated yet
Hi! My partner and I are planning to start fulltiming for his work (I'm a freelance writer and will be doing that from the road). We've purchased a nice, …

Where Can I Buy RV Toilet Chemicals In The US Not rated yet
We are hiring a motorhome in the US, and would like to know where we can buy toilet chemicals from. Do Walmart or KOAs sell them? So far the only place …

I Need A List Of RV Campgrounds In The USA Not rated yet
I am planning a trip to the US and intend renting or buying a RV van for approximately six months. To set a budget I would like to know approximately …

I Need To Purchase A Used RV In The USA, Where Should I Look? Not rated yet
Where can I buy a used rv van in the USA privately. ANSWER Greetings Ross thanks for submitting your question on our free Ask An RV Question Page. …

Where Can I Rent An RV In New Brunswick Or Nova Scotia? Not rated yet
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Will An RV Dealer Get Me A Better Interest Rate On A RV Loan? Not rated yet
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