RV Newbies

Golf cart battery/batteries?

I have an 87 Toyota Itasca, 22RE. I want to upgrade my battery system in the coach. There seems to be only room enough for 1 battery in the dedicated compartment. It's 11 1/4 inches high. Will 1 12V golf cart battery give me much more charge than the...

Extend-a-Stay propane connections ?

Looking to get the connections to hook a 20# "grill" tank to my larger mh tank. Is there one I can buy that hooks into the fill fitting of the mh or do I have to get one that tees into the mh regulator between tank?

Marshall brass or Camco

In regards to "extend-a-stay" propane set-ups, are Marshall brass products worth the extra $$$ ?

Newbie! How do I stock my Camper?

Hi everyone, I'm an avid hiker and camper but a brand new owner of a camper (travel trailer). I'm looking for any help setting up my camper so I don't forget anything I might not think of on my first trip... I'm guessing many of you have your own s...

sos Air ride not filling?

Just bought an Rv yesterday, drove it all day without a problem. Now I'm driving it and it's very bouncy. I don't think the air ride is filling all the way. Not sure where it should be but it's at about 110 of 150. Any suggestions? Stopped drivi...

Cathedral Rock

We are visiting Sedona and Cathedral Rock. Is there a convenient place to park a 27' RV at or near Cathedral Rock?Thanks for the help- Brian

Mailing services again

I know I may have asked this already, but we are now to the point I need to find a mail service. Looking for one that isnt to expensive where I can view my mail online and tell them what to shred and what I need. Does anyone have a good service that ...

Battery Problems

I have an issue on my 5th wheel with the batteries. I am green on this and at the risk of looking totally stupid I am asking what is wrong here. They are both 6 volt golf cart batteries which I believe are wired incorrectly. There is an onboard ge...

Monaco and Newmar

Are either of these motorhomes good to consider In a used coach? 2007 and newer. Diesel with 2-3 slides.

Need RV trip recommendations

We're a family of 5 from NYC, and would like to go on our first ever RV trip, for 10-14 days this coming June (2nd or 3rd week). We'd like to see as much wildlife as possible.Would really appreciate some perspective from the experienced members here:...

Metered Electric Cost

We are getting our budget together to venture out on the road. Now, I understand that metered electric depends on individual use, but we were wondering what the average cost of metered electric is during peak times. It looks like most RV campground...

Florida Pruduce Stops

What is the story on the produce inspection stations on Florida's border? Sign says all trucks must stop. Pull in and the guy looks at me like I'm from mars. What is the purpose of these stops? I know that they purport to protect Floridas citrus f...

Hitch weight

I am looking at a 2008 Monaco La Palma dp with a listed hitch weight of 4000#. I have a 2015 jeep Cherokee which is listed at just under 4000#. Will I be able to tow this behind motor home?

Bike rack on back bumper

We own a 2015 Summerland 2820 travel trailer and we would like to carry 4 bikes as we travel. Can we add a 2" hitch adapter to the rear bumper and attach a bike rack and carry 4 bikes?I have read this additional weight might wreck the bumper. Any t...

Weigh Stations?

I am planning to purchase my first motor home, Probably a 40' Safari Ivory DP. This may seem ridiculous but I am a newbie.Do I have to stop at weigh stations?Go ahead, you can laugh now!??

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