RV Newbies

Switch in restroom, what's it do?

So I have three switches in my restroom, one is for the light, another for the fan, and the last I don't know. When I switch it on, I hear a faint hum which sounds like is coming from the black tank or under the toilet. So what is it?

used trailer buyer needs advice

I know if i buy a used unit i will save since someone else took the depreciation, but how old is too old to be buying. When is a trailer worn out. I know you get what you pay for so i am not looking at poor quality trailers. What age of trailer sh...

onan emerald I 4kw oil change

I am about to change the oil and filter on my genny for the first time.. What weight oil is recommended and how much should i buy for it?Thank you Neil

New to the forum, just saying "Hi"

I hear that the RV crowd is a friendly one, so I thought I would introduce myself here as a "noob" rv'er.. lol.. I purchased a 2009 mxt20 toy hauler some three months ago and have had fun checking out all the systems from top to bottom and am now rea...

Overwhelmed Newbies--Help!

My husband and I are buying our first travel trailer and we are frustrated with all the choices and little direction on what will work best for us as well as our tow vehicle, so I am asking you experience folks for some suggestions. First off, we wi...

brighter headlights for a 1990 mallard overland

Newbie here. Looking to upgrade my headlights on my 1990 RV. I have no clue what kind of lights are on it now, but I can't see a darn thing at night with them. I am wondering if I can replace the bulbs in these headlights? Or, do I have to put new...

Confused Newbie TT TV weights

Ill start off by apologizing ahead of time, Im sure this has been asked and answered many times.TV: 2002 GMC Envoy Book says max tow weight of 5300# Installed tow package with round plug 2-4 adults and a dog will be the normal travelers TT: I...

golf cart

Hello, only been TT camping for 3yr. so I'm thinking of a golf cart.Anyone, please, pro's and con's of owning, operating, maintaining, transporting........What type do you prefer electric gas?Any advice as to buying a used one, what to look for and a...

Camp reccliner

What are so the best recliners do you have. Wanting one with a foot rest, lightweight, quick dry and comfortable. Any anyone recommends.Pictures and/or links would be great.

Newbie Just Starting Out, Lots of Questions

I am not sure if this is the right forum, but I have started thinking about living out of a travel trailer or similar. I was inspired by this website I found called cheaprvliving.com with guys who boondock on public land, after researching nomadic li...

Part-Time Home

I am downsizing from a large home to a RV in a park for 6 summer months. I plan on putting a unit on a permanent location in a nice RV park never to be moved. I need ideas as to what to buy: new or used, 5th Wheel or TT, brand, size, etc. I am 6'3"...

leveling trailer

I have had my 27ft TT out 3 times and can not get the "wiggles" out of it after I have leveled it. Here's what I have been doing. I use a 3 ft level on a four ft 2x6 to get an idea of horizonal/width pitch of the site I have chosen. I keep the sup...

Fear of Driving to the Mountains

I was hoping for any kind of tips for mountain driving. Basically I've read that driving a large motorhome on winding mountain roads is a challenge that can cause overheating, brake issues (overheating/not working). I was planning a trip up to San Go...

raton,nm to texas on 64/87

does any rvers traveled on this highway and think that a large motorhome would have any trouble on this nm road .thanks

Can I get 35' 5th wheel into a lot of natural spots?

I plan to liquidate in 12 months (when the nest is empty) and move my home and office onto the road. A 5th wheel toy hauler seems to make the most sense, as I *have* to have a garage I can convert to a porch (can't be happy working and living unless ...

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