Rving with Gas
It’s all about energy. Energy is when a physical change in the properties of a substance has the ability to do some kind of work. Burning gasoline in an engine results in movement, for example. Burning fuel is a conversion to heat for cooking or steam power and so on. For over 100 years, the […]
Pure Power
*As first seen in Trailer Life Magazine* The last time we had a truck camper out on the beach, it was a chilly April weekend, and we needed to keep the heat on at night. The problem was, we had only one battery out of a possible two, and it was a small one. It […]
Winterize On the Go
*As originally seen in Trailer Life Magazine* As the colder weather approaches, many of us are faced with the task of preparing our RV for cold weather storage, which primarily involves protecting the water system from freezing. The procedure for this involves draining down the entire system, including water heater and tanks, blowing out the […]
RVing is Wonderful
Recreational vehicles take us places we wouldn’t otherwise go if we didn’t have our home with us. Or at least that’s the way I think it should be. Much of the joy of this lifestyle is seeing and experiencing all the new things and all the new people we meet off the backroads of America. […]
RV Troubleshooting
Parts changers replace parts until something (or nothing) works. Technicians troubleshoot. Which are you? When teaching current or aspiring RV technicians, I discuss the value of troubleshooting over parts changing. What do I mean by this? Sometimes, I will ask a dealer manager or owner what they think an RV technician is. The answer I […]
RV Roof Coatings: Worth the money?
From DIY to lifetime Roof Replacement: options, cost, and benefits.
Spring Opener 2024
Make sure your RV is ready for the season. As the weather begins to moderate across much of North America, thoughts turn to outdoor adventures and preparing the RV for the season. Before your first trip, consider some maintenance items. Power Up! After uncovering your RV, the first thing to check out is the electrical […]