RV Tips & Tricks

New general forum needed

Looking at various solar installs I find the posts under numerous categories. They are under tech, class A, class C, TT, DIY, to name a few and scattered all over the place. Mods, Please create a dedicated sub forum dedicated to solar. There are ton...

flat towing 2008 Chevy Colorado

I am looking to purchase a 2008 Chevrolet Colorado RWD automatic transmission. I have read that this can be flat towed Has anyone had success with this package

Inverter Charger vs Individual Components

To be able to run the A/C and a major appliance at one time I'll need no less than 3000 watts. I'm either not understanding properly or something as I'm understanding that I'll need an inverter charger that provides 3000 watts to be able to use these...

Great maping software

Not necessarily for RVers.Read the article then load the app at the bottom.It has a bit of a learning curve but offers a lot in return.IT'S FREEhttp://kk.org/cooltools/caltopo-backcountry-mapping-software/P.S.The CoolTool site is really cool

Andersen WDH/Sway Adjustment Every Time?

Hey there!So I really like what I see in the Andersen WDH and Sway Control system. I'm pulling a 6000 hybrid with a DuramaxAllison.Here's the key question, is the installation process of tightening the loosening and tightening the chains at every dr...

Patch fresh water tank

The clamp holding the fill hose to my fresh water tank leaked while filling the tank and filled the underbelly with water. The plastic corregated material was bulging so I drilled a weep hole to drain the water... Yep, went too far and hit the fresh...

Running lights

Can anyone think of a good reason to have trailer running lights on from dusk to dawn? Sitting in a state park. No CG lights at all. CG is virtually empty & in the trees so it is very dark. Somebody must be affraid of the dark.

Electric brake clatter

I was adjusting the rear brakes on a newly-acquired trailer over the weekend because they weren't doing anything.As I started to adjust the brakes and tighten them down, I could hear a distinct clackety-clack noise once per revolution coming from the...

Billowing roof covers

In the middle of a trip going from Phoenix to Detroit running along at about 60 mph. I watch the traffic running west and started to count the vehicles I see with what looks like a huge pillow sitting above the drivers area on motorhomes, or above th...

310 or 320 toilet spares Dometic Sealand

Can anyone confirm the part number for a ball flush kit with springs and seals? I have found Dometic part No. 385310681 but no confirmation it is correctThanks

Toad Tires

I have Hankook tires on my rv and need tires for the toad P225/75 R16 and I like the hankook but was thinking about other brands? 09 jeep Liberty florida driving no snow! Suggestions Thank You Paul

Quick water heater bypass valve question

I only use air to blow out plumbing lines. I drain water heater and blow through it as well. Is there any need for me to use the water heater bypass valve? I cannot imagine why I would need to, but I figured I'd better ask before winter sets in good ...

Motorcycle trailer

Hi, looking for some quick advice. I plan on reading through these post when I get some time.Looking to buy a trailer tomorrow. Looking at a 5x8 enclosed motorcycle trailer. Will be pulling it with a 2002 Roadtrek 190. Dodge with the 318. Motorcycle ...

Innovative trailer idea!

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solution to lug nut covers?

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but while preparing for our last trip I was tightening the lug nuts, ( checking ) and this cover broke off one. Interesting thing is the actual lug nut does not seem to fit any of my 4 way wrenches sizes. Looks like ...

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