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el Rojo and Pam · el Rojo and Pam

If so, where/how do you anchor it for use? I think a small one would be handy. Red

galtgirl · galtgirl

We just purchased a new Bighorn 5th wheel and the only thing (so far) that I have found that's a problem is that there is no AC outlet on the wall above the kitchen counter...you know...where you would usually plug in a coffee pot or crock pot etc. Is this a DIY project to add an outlet or do we need to have it...

Ann-Hank · Ann-Hank

This morning I turned on the hot water for a shower, about 2 seconds of water then nothing. We have good pressure on cold side, but no water on hot side from any tap. Have tried both city water and holding tank. Hank flushed the hot water heater 3X and got a small amount of sediment, but not much. We are g...

Ric and Rebecca · Ric and Rebecca

Hello all, i have a question or two about installing the sensors for my tire pressure system. on the rear inside dually of my motorhome i have the braided valve extenders, does anyone know if the added weight of the sensor causes any problems with leaks or failures? Do i need the rubber grommets that...

Barry and Linda · Barry and Linda

I know this has been discussed a lot but I'm not finding the answer I need, I have a Pace Arrow Vision with two airs and I have a 30amp plug and a 50amp adapter, so if I use the adapter do I get 50amp service in the coach? or is it still 30amp. thanks Barry

MPMomof3 · MPMomof3

How do you prevent a bird who sees its reflection in your (tinted) RV window from attempting to fly through the window?

ND · ND

I did a search and didn't see anything covering my issue. I have a 36' Excel Limited Edition, 2012. I've only used the RV a couple times since purchased. I noticed a slight surge when turning on the water, hot or cold. After hearing an occasional thumping from the water lines, I installed a pressure guag...

cheryls-other-half · cheryls-other-half

OK. Here's a question . Our GE microwave/convection oven ( JVM1790) (rest iof model # s trim information) Blew out the interior light. After looking in the Fine manual (as in read the FINE MANUAL [usually abbreviated RTFM!]) I discovered that according to the jvm1790 manual, it only takes into a...

rocknb · rocknb

I want to be able to run a 15,000 btu A/C while boondocking in our 1998 Alpenlite 5'ver. Our Xantrex 2000 watt Inverter/converter does not work. So, I would like you folks ideas on what to replace the inverter with. Our 5'ver is set-up with 4 new marine batteries ( 2 ea in separate compartments). I also ha...

CarolfromTX · CarolfromTX

We are newbies. I am in the process of outfitting our trailer with stuff to make it livable. Our trailer is rated at 30 amps. We have a 30 amp line for just that purpose. So I'm looking at getting a hair dryer to leave in the trailer so I don't have to pack one when we want to spend the weekend at the ranch. So D...

cherylbrv · cherylbrv

Is there any way to use electricity beyond the 12V lights (ie for the microwave, one a/c or things plugged into the outlets such as phone chargers or laptops) when dry camping without having the generator running and without using solar?

Lanut99 · Lanut99

I have some sort of leak in my bathroom under the sink, I have little $ so taking it in to a shop Isn't possible. I know i need a new water pump but it's not leaking there. Also I have an electrical issue, do u helpwith those? thx, Lynette

The Junkman · The Junkman

Is there a way to increase water pressure in a drv rv when hooked to external city water? Shower is ok.. but not what I would prefer.. need more pressure.. And Am I suppose to turn on my pump? No, right? Only when using the freshwater tank as a supply, right? Thanks.

SnowGypsy · SnowGypsy

We change out our vehicle tires every 6 or 7 years as we don't actually put that many miles on them but have heard that for safety's sake, this is the way to go. We keep our vehicles a very long time which was probably our greatest effort toward being debt-free. I see that many people may be buying used tra...

Terry and Jo · Terry and Jo

We have been having issues with our 4 door, side by side refrigerator in our 5th wheel and are considering the options. If you would like to know more about this, and see pictures of a possible residential refrigerator we are considering, you might check out this blog entry: RV Refrigerator Issues a...

RickandJanice · RickandJanice

This may have been posted before, but for those wishing to convert older incandescent lamps or florescent lamps to LED's, I rally recommend https://www.cabinbright.com/. I met the owner, Joe Brignolo, and his wife at their display at the Hershey RV show this year. I had been putting off my decision...

CarolfromTX · CarolfromTX

We are looking at used fifth wheels. I have found a 2005 Keystone Outback that I like the looks of. The owner has listed very few particulars in the ad, but he did say it was 30 amps. So what, exactly does this mean to me? Is 50 amps way better? Will I be able to run the AC and the microwave at the same time? Cuz he...

D and M · D and M

Just wondering where everyone stores their sewer hose when traveling? Outside support holder, plastic tub stored in the basement? Plastic bag? I'm concerned about sanitation and smells.... -- Edited by D and M on Wednesday 10th of September 2014 03:12:36 PM

DenJen12 · DenJen12

Ok, so up here in lovely North Dakota, the water in the RV park is VERY HARD!! Since we bought our new trailer with all the upgraded gadgets....residential fridge w/ ice and water in door, washing machine, residential kitchen faucet...etc....I don't want everything ruined. We bought an EcoFlow u...

RVmomof3 · RVmomof3

Hi! I have a question about RV Bathroom remodeling. We are planning to gut and redo our RV bathroom. The question I have is, has anyone ever put a full size house tub/shower combo in your RV? We plan to take part of our bedroom closet to expanded the bathroom, so it will fit. We also put in prior a tank less wa...

cheryls-other-half · cheryls-other-half

Ugh, it never stops. (the maintenance that is...) This is getting too much like a S&B house. First the slide, then the roof, then the XXX This time I figured out the leak we had (coming by the floor, in front of the refrigerator), was actually coming from the refrigerator, and leaking in from the o...

hozer · hozer

Well this is my 1st post and was hoping to getting some feeback on a solar system I am thinking of puting together. It's gonna be expensive Now I live in my 38ft 5er full time and live in Grand Junction Colorado Here is the info: This is a 24 volt Solar System! Solar Panels: I can get 4 of these Mono panels o...

cherylbrv · cherylbrv

I found that at the highlight of the day today, when the temperature on the weather station read 114 degrees, it didn't feel like the a/c was on. It was either not blowing very hard, or the air coming out wasn't very cool. Now the temperature reads 94 and I feel the air coming out cooler. I don't know much...

Diana and Jim · Diana and Jim

We purchased our 2007 rig used in 2011. We had a chronic problem with our drip tray icing up in our Norcold fridge. With us both working at the time, it was one of those things I was always going to get to, but never did. Now that I am retired, I finally got around to it today. First thing we did was adjust t...

nightsky · nightsky

Argh! Help!! I've been getting along just fine in the TT, the temp doesn't bother me, but this morning the humidity is through the roof! I really don't want to run the a/c if at all possible since I'm plugged in to a 20 amp outlet with a 100 foot extension cord. I'm wondering if there are any recommendatio...

handlebar · handlebar

I have a Boliy generator and want to add a trickle charger to the battery. any suggestions

nightsky · nightsky

The forecast for today is 20-25 mph winds, with storms coming through with winds possibly up to 60 mpg and large hail. I tried to bring the awning in last night since I knew it was going to storm and it goes just fine until it's about 3 feet from the side of the camper, then it just stops. It has been working fi...

cherylbrv · cherylbrv

I'm not sure whether to be happy or upset about this, though. The unit is designed to shut power off to the RV whenever there's an anomaly in the voltage. From about 8pm last night until 2 pm this afternoon, the power kept going off. There were a few times when it stayed on for 10 minutes or so, but for the...

BratsInABox · BratsInABox

Fifth wheel owners. We are experiencing a "clunking" sound from our landing gear (2 front jacks) with occasional strong ones that vibrate the rig. It's really only noticed during the evening and morning telling us it probably has something to do with the hydraulics and temperature cha...

trimixdiving · trimixdiving

Well, it has finally happened! After years of researching, planning and driving my wife crazy by talking about it, our fulltiming dream has begun. The house is sold along with most of our stuff and we take possession of our new DRV MS 38 RSSB3 on Friday. We just have to survive a few months of nasty Canadi...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Does anybody carry a vise with them? (Preview) If so, where/how do you anchor it for use? I think a small one would be handy. Red	el Rojo and Pam	12	1823	08:05 AM Oct 11, 2014 by el Rojo and Pam
	Add a wall outlet in kitchen (Preview) We just purchased a new Bighorn 5th wheel and the only thing (so far) that I have found that's a problem is that there is no AC outlet on the wall above the kitchen counter...you know...where you would usually plug in a coffee pot or crock pot etc. Is this a DIY project to add an outlet or do we need to have it...	galtgirl	10	2058	01:32 PM Oct 10, 2014 by NurseJudy
	no water on hot side (Preview) This morning I turned on the hot water for a shower, about 2 seconds of water then nothing. We have good pressure on cold side, but no water on hot side from any tap. Have tried both city water and holding tank. Hank flushed the hot water heater 3X and got a small amount of sediment, but not much. We are g...	Ann-Hank	12	2520	05:56 PM Oct 6, 2014 by Terry and Jo
	Tire Pressure Questions (Preview) Hello all, i have a question or two about installing the sensors for my tire pressure system. on the rear inside dually of my motorhome i have the braided valve extenders, does anyone know if the added weight of the sensor causes any problems with leaks or failures? Do i need the rubber grommets that...	Ric and Rebecca	3	961	11:05 AM Oct 4, 2014 by A-S Travelers
	30amp plug (Preview) I know this has been discussed a lot but I'm not finding the answer I need, I have a Pace Arrow Vision with two airs and I have a 30amp plug and a 50amp adapter, so if I use the adapter do I get 50amp service in the coach? or is it still 30amp. thanks Barry	Barry and Linda	3	760	07:22 PM Oct 3, 2014 by Howard
	Crazy Bird (Preview) How do you prevent a bird who sees its reflection in your (tinted) RV window from attempting to fly through the window?	MPMomof3	5	980	11:59 AM Oct 3, 2014 by Barbaraok
	Excessive Water Pressure Build UP (Preview) I did a search and didn't see anything covering my issue. I have a 36' Excel Limited Edition, 2012. I've only used the RV a couple times since purchased. I noticed a slight surge when turning on the water, hot or cold. After hearing an occasional thumping from the water lines, I installed a pressure guag...	ND	4	2331	10:33 AM Oct 2, 2014 by Alie and Jims Carrilite
	GE Microwave Question (DRV36TKBS3) Model JVM1770XXyy (Preview) OK. Here's a question . Our GE microwave/convection oven ( JVM1790) (rest iof model # s trim information) Blew out the interior light. After looking in the Fine manual (as in read the FINE MANUAL [usually abbreviated RTFM!]) I discovered that according to the jvm1790 manual, it only takes into a...	cheryls-other-half	4	985	11:03 PM Oct 1, 2014 by cheryls-other-half
	Boondocking and using the 15,000 Ducted A/C (Preview) I want to be able to run a 15,000 btu A/C while boondocking in our 1998 Alpenlite 5'ver. Our Xantrex 2000 watt Inverter/converter does not work. So, I would like you folks ideas on what to replace the inverter with. Our 5'ver is set-up with 4 new marine batteries ( 2 ea in separate compartments). I also ha...	rocknb	18	1693	11:58 AM Sep 30, 2014 by rocknb
	Hair dryer (Preview) We are newbies. I am in the process of outfitting our trailer with stuff to make it livable. Our trailer is rated at 30 amps. We have a 30 amp line for just that purpose. So I'm looking at getting a hair dryer to leave in the trailer so I don't have to pack one when we want to spend the weekend at the ranch. So D...	CarolfromTX	10	8159	08:42 AM Sep 30, 2014 by SnowGypsy
	Using electric w/o shore power (Preview) Is there any way to use electricity beyond the 12V lights (ie for the microwave, one a/c or things plugged into the outlets such as phone chargers or laptops) when dry camping without having the generator running and without using solar?	cherylbrv	14	1951	10:37 AM Sep 28, 2014 by rocknb
	Grey water leak? (Preview) I have some sort of leak in my bathroom under the sink, I have little $ so taking it in to a shop Isn't possible. I know i need a new water pump but it's not leaking there. Also I have an electrical issue, do u helpwith those? thx, Lynette	Lanut99	3	735	12:51 PM Sep 23, 2014 by SnowGypsy
	Increase water pressure? (Preview) Is there a way to increase water pressure in a drv rv when hooked to external city water? Shower is ok.. but not what I would prefer.. need more pressure.. And Am I suppose to turn on my pump? No, right? Only when using the freshwater tank as a supply, right? Thanks.	The Junkman	13	8153	07:56 AM Sep 23, 2014 by dewwood
	On Tire Age? (Preview) We change out our vehicle tires every 6 or 7 years as we don't actually put that many miles on them but have heard that for safety's sake, this is the way to go. We keep our vehicles a very long time which was probably our greatest effort toward being debt-free. I see that many people may be buying used tra...	SnowGypsy	5	1103	11:02 PM Sep 20, 2014 by FastEagle
	Considering a Residential Refrigerator (Preview) We have been having issues with our 4 door, side by side refrigerator in our 5th wheel and are considering the options. If you would like to know more about this, and see pictures of a possible residential refrigerator we are considering, you might check out this blog entry: RV Refrigerator Issues a...	Terry and Jo	27	8392	11:59 AM Sep 19, 2014 by galtgirl
	Converting to LED Lighting - Cabin Bright LED (Preview) This may have been posted before, but for those wishing to convert older incandescent lamps or florescent lamps to LED's, I rally recommend https://www.cabinbright.com/. I met the owner, Joe Brignolo, and his wife at their display at the Hershey RV show this year. I had been putting off my decision...	RickandJanice	0	869	12:57 PM Sep 13, 2014 by RickandJanice
	30 amps? 50 amps? (Preview) We are looking at used fifth wheels. I have found a 2005 Keystone Outback that I like the looks of. The owner has listed very few particulars in the ad, but he did say it was 30 amps. So what, exactly does this mean to me? Is 50 amps way better? Will I be able to run the AC and the microwave at the same time? Cuz he...	CarolfromTX	21	2998	08:04 PM Sep 11, 2014 by Vstarrider1946
	Sewer hose storage (Preview) Just wondering where everyone stores their sewer hose when traveling? Outside support holder, plastic tub stored in the basement? Plastic bag? I'm concerned about sanitation and smells.... -- Edited by D and M on Wednesday 10th of September 2014 03:12:36 PM	D and M	10	1745	06:09 PM Sep 11, 2014 by manycats
	Whole Home Water Softener (Preview) Ok, so up here in lovely North Dakota, the water in the RV park is VERY HARD!! Since we bought our new trailer with all the upgraded gadgets....residential fridge w/ ice and water in door, washing machine, residential kitchen faucet...etc....I don't want everything ruined. We bought an EcoFlow u...	DenJen12	8	1951	02:18 PM Sep 11, 2014 by DenJen12
	Bathroom Remodel Question ~> Full size tub/shower combo? Bathroom remodel tub shower (Preview) Hi! I have a question about RV Bathroom remodeling. We are planning to gut and redo our RV bathroom. The question I have is, has anyone ever put a full size house tub/shower combo in your RV? We plan to take part of our bedroom closet to expanded the bathroom, so it will fit. We also put in prior a tank less wa...	RVmomof3	6	2105	08:17 AM Sep 10, 2014 by Jack Mayer
	Dometic RM1350 (RIM) Leaking from solenoid (Preview) Ugh, it never stops. (the maintenance that is...) This is getting too much like a S&B house. First the slide, then the roof, then the XXX This time I figured out the leak we had (coming by the floor, in front of the refrigerator), was actually coming from the refrigerator, and leaking in from the o...	cheryls-other-half	6	1922	02:09 PM Sep 8, 2014 by Lonney Wade
	Thinking Of going Solar on my 5er (Preview) Well this is my 1st post and was hoping to getting some feeback on a solar system I am thinking of puting together. It's gonna be expensive Now I live in my 38ft 5er full time and live in Grand Junction Colorado Here is the info: This is a 24 volt Solar System! Solar Panels: I can get 4 of these Mono panels o...	hozer	7	1322	07:17 PM Sep 7, 2014 by Terry and Jo
	Air conditioner question (Preview) I found that at the highlight of the day today, when the temperature on the weather station read 114 degrees, it didn't feel like the a/c was on. It was either not blowing very hard, or the air coming out wasn't very cool. Now the temperature reads 94 and I feel the air coming out cooler. I don't know much...	cherylbrv	34	4064	06:36 PM Sep 7, 2014 by Glenn West
	Norcold fridge (Preview) We purchased our 2007 rig used in 2011. We had a chronic problem with our drip tray icing up in our Norcold fridge. With us both working at the time, it was one of those things I was always going to get to, but never did. Now that I am retired, I finally got around to it today. First thing we did was adjust t...	Diana and Jim	2	946	04:48 PM Sep 6, 2014 by hozer
	Dehumidifier (Preview) Argh! Help!! I've been getting along just fine in the TT, the temp doesn't bother me, but this morning the humidity is through the roof! I really don't want to run the a/c if at all possible since I'm plugged in to a 20 amp outlet with a 100 foot extension cord. I'm wondering if there are any recommendatio...	nightsky	7	1383	07:29 AM Sep 6, 2014 by bigboomer
	Boliy Generator (Preview) I have a Boliy generator and want to add a trickle charger to the battery. any suggestions	handlebar	10	7575	02:20 PM Sep 4, 2014 by R-poder
	Manual awning won't retract (Preview) The forecast for today is 20-25 mph winds, with storms coming through with winds possibly up to 60 mpg and large hail. I tried to bring the awning in last night since I knew it was going to storm and it goes just fine until it's about 3 feet from the side of the camper, then it just stops. It has been working fi...	nightsky	4	4774	03:54 PM Sep 3, 2014 by TRAILERKING
	Surge protector working (Preview) I'm not sure whether to be happy or upset about this, though. The unit is designed to shut power off to the RV whenever there's an anomaly in the voltage. From about 8pm last night until 2 pm this afternoon, the power kept going off. There were a few times when it stayed on for 10 minutes or so, but for the...	cherylbrv	18	1346	05:01 PM Sep 2, 2014 by LifeBeganInaWinnebago
	Clunking sound - front landing gear (Preview) Fifth wheel owners. We are experiencing a "clunking" sound from our landing gear (2 front jacks) with occasional strong ones that vibrate the rig. It's really only noticed during the evening and morning telling us it probably has something to do with the hydraulics and temperature cha...	BratsInABox	9	2723	01:50 PM Sep 2, 2014 by Bill and Linda
	Tech tips for a new MS 38 RSSB3 (Preview) Well, it has finally happened! After years of researching, planning and driving my wife crazy by talking about it, our fulltiming dream has begun. The house is sold along with most of our stuff and we take possession of our new DRV MS 38 RSSB3 on Friday. We just have to survive a few months of nasty Canadi...	trimixdiving	11	1908	09:28 PM Aug 30, 2014 by cheryls-other-half
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