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TXRVr · TXRVr

Someone on this website mentioned a product called Eternabond Roof Seal. I needed to redo my vents and cap seals on the MH so I bought the product. It's a huge improvement over caulking!! I'm in love with it. Once I stripped off all of the old caulking all I needed to do was to cut the tape to length and pr...

norsado2 · norsado2

just wondering if this happens to any body but my sat/sup says that direct tv changes codes without warning kills my sat til I pay 75.00 for adjustment thanx john

TxYellowRose · TxYellowRose

We had a mighty blow and thunderstorm with torrential rain this afternoon. Much needed, much appreciated; however... I discovered a drip in the bedroom (right over my side of the bed, naturally) at a seam in the ceiling. Not a gusher but must have been dripping pretty good. Comforter has a nice round s...

TxYellowRose · TxYellowRose

Have questions about macerators: 1. What brand do you have and has it been reliable? 2. If you were to get a new system, what brand would you get and why? 3. Did you install it yourself? 4. If you self-installed, how tough was it to do? 5. How long have you been using yours and what sort of problems have...

breckrider · breckrider

We let it sit for about a month and am not sure if we left the water pump on or not. I don't think so but can't be certain. We tried to start the generator and got nothing. We checked the house lights and got nothing so we're pretty sure the batteries are drained. We drove it to our house which is about a 30 m...

dezy454 · dezy454

I have a 96 Travelaire 5th wheel trailer We went into this week to get it ready for a trip up coming this weekend and to find out that All of these things arent working and was wondering if someone can help up in direction on how to fix them fast! Fridge Sterio Hood Fan test buttons and electric jacks None of t...

gpdshea · gpdshea

i have a 2007 everest, 4 slides. they go out ok but when you retrack them they stop going in several time. wait about 30sec and mash button again and they start. probably a weak fuse but cannot find it. were traveling thru alaska probably be several months before we get home and find someone to work on it. a...

BobJacki2010 · BobJacki2010

I was checking my air pressure in my tires, and on one of the tires the valve stuck open. I first tried to poke the inner valve stem with a screwdriver, and that didn't help. I neighbor in the campground had a tool to tighten the stem, that helped some but it stilll leaks. I'm new to RVing, and in my first tw...

Lightfin · Lightfin

The only way my house batteries are getting charged is by running the engine, and I lack the knowledge and energy so far to identify and resolve the problem. Have a Freedom 20 Combi Inverter/Charger, and a Freedom/Heart Interface Remote Control Panel. The panel is not recognizing that shore power...

Darrell and Judy · Darrell and Judy

Any one out there have experience with waterless hot water heaters in their RV? Thiniking about upgrading the water heater and looking to save $$$ on electric useage. Not sure how they would perform in our fulltiming lifestyle.

Carmel · Carmel

After much research we purchased an older RV which was in good shape, low mileage and a newer roof. The dealer didn't mention what the small bump out lines were in the exterior carriage walls. After further research we found out that it is the exterior walls that got wet before the new roof was installed...

WRS · WRS

Hey folks, When we leave the 5er for a day we do not cut our water off. We probably should but since we live in it full time it is never cut off. I was wondering if anyone has ever tried to upgrade their water lines? Are the fittings the same as would be on a house? You can buy the stainless hoses different l...

DreamerBob · DreamerBob

Well, I was involved in a collision with the 5ver - a real bummer. But, at least no one was injured and most of the damage was cosmetic. A lot of scraping of the driver's side paint and fiberglass, broken window, mangled sheet metal body parts, etc. The collision occured in Va. & I took the 5ver to a sho...

4wheel1 · 4wheel1

Hello, I am sure this has been asked before but asked before. I bought a 1995 wilderness. The old owner showed me where it had leaked before, a little spot in the right front in a kitchen cabinet. He thought he had fixed it. I thought so too as it had rained several times and I never saw it, then there it was. ...

RodnReal · RodnReal

Our travel trailer is a 29' Keystone Cougar. We bought it new about 2 yrs. ago. Everytime we have used it something has broken or fallen apart. It's always minor stuff that I can repair but it really makes me wonder about their quality control or lack thereof. The one thing I haven't been able to figur...

tallan · tallan

Howdy Everyone! Sorry it has been awhile since my last post, but things have been very busy the past few weeks as we prepare to head for Texas from Washington. So here is a good one... Before we take the RV away from Washington and on to Texas we took the coach back to the dealer for a few tune up items. One of t...

mward3 · mward3

Fellow RVers, I find that I am in need of a new 12V battery for the trailer. It has been a long time since I have purchased one and was wondering what brands (interstate, die hard, and etc) of batteries you have had good performance with lately. I just would like to make sure I spend my dollars wisely. Tha...

TxYellowRose · TxYellowRose

Black tank is 2/3 full. Tried to dump. Nothing coming out. Valve will not close completely. Embarrassingly, "something" must be stuck in the line at the valve...? Can we attempt to back flush (hook up hose to flush valve in control panel) and see if that gets things moving? Any quick...

TxYellowRose · TxYellowRose

Arrived here at the RV park Thursday afternoon, our first as full-timers. Our Montana has a rear kitchen with an A/C unit over that area. The second A/C is in the bedroom. Both have "dump" vents to blow air directly down and, when closed, the air blows through the ducting system. I belie...

KarenInTheWoods · KarenInTheWoods

We just finished installing four 100 watt solar panels, controller, gauge and fuse box on our motorhome. I did detailed step by step photos on my blog in two posts: solar installation part one solar installation part two Also, if you go to the links on the right side of my blog, there are other modifcat...

breckrider · breckrider

How long can I safely run my Onan generator or a '08 Winnie Vista before needing to shut it down? I've run it as long as 48 hours continuously.

charles · charles

We are leaving, July 1, for an extended cruise, abt 4-5 months. I understand that most parks and St. National and private frown on washing the RV. How does one keep it clean? Should I haul hose, long handle brushes, nozzle and the like, if so where may they be used? Thanks, CCC

foxriverguy · foxriverguy

The $127.00 dumb mistake Like most people, I have a hard time admitting a dumb mistake, but in this case I might helps someone else avoid making the same mistake. Had the error not been discovered, the price tag would eventually been a much higher. Two weeks ago we had the periodic service done on our...

2fortheroad · 2fortheroad

We have a 2008 Jayco Designer, yesterday while using the electric motor to lower the front landing gear lost power to motor. I assumed that the fuse gave out, it looked OK but I installed a new one anyway still no power. I ended up manually extending the landing gear. We went on our way planning on findin...

GENECOP · GENECOP

We just got our first electric bill at our seasonal site, $240 for 2 months, maybe 12 days in the Rig. That seems a little high, i checked with a few other campers they seem to think the main culprit is the RV Fridge. I stay plugged in and the Fridge automatically goes for the electric, it has been running fu...

4wheel1 · 4wheel1

I have bought a 1995 Fleetwood Wilderness. They had replaced the refrigerator with an all electric, which is fine with me. There is a large roof vent directly over the back of the refrigerator. I was wondering if there would be any harm in blocking this opening?

Trabuco · Trabuco

Question for those of you with more towing experience than me: What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a tow dollie vs towing your toad on all four wheels? Ken

4wheel1 · 4wheel1

Hello, I am new here so please bear with me. This subject may have been addressed before. I bought a 1995 fleetwood wilderness travel trailer. There was the black streaks down the sides. I lightened them up by problably 90% on 3 sides using purple power and a brush. It hardly even changed the back. I took...

Fanciesmom · Fanciesmom

I've spent most of today checking values of the 5 or 6 motorhomes we're looking at. In the possible equipment list on several garbage disposals are listed. Is it feasible to install one in a motorhome??? I can understand not wanting to use one unless hooked up to full hook-ups, but we have a brand n...

Dr Gonzo · Dr Gonzo

I have a 2008 Designer 36RLTS. I washed my rig last week. In the process I washed the cap - it was particularly dirty so I spot washed the heavy dirt and bug splats with "Marine Spray Nine" multi purpose cleaner. My cap has now lost its lustre and shine (it is clean). It appears to have a film on it...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Roof Leak Prevention (Preview) Someone on this website mentioned a product called Eternabond Roof Seal. I needed to redo my vents and cap seals on the MH so I bought the product. It's a huge improvement over caulking!! I'm in love with it. Once I stripped off all of the old caulking all I needed to do was to cut the tape to length and pr...	TXRVr	9	2799	04:34 PM Aug 17, 2010 by Racerguy
	edirect tv changing codes (Preview) just wondering if this happens to any body but my sat/sup says that direct tv changes codes without warning kills my sat til I pay 75.00 for adjustment thanx john	norsado2	9	2033	06:38 AM Aug 17, 2010 by norsado2
	Whale of a Storm and 1st Roof Leak (Preview) We had a mighty blow and thunderstorm with torrential rain this afternoon. Much needed, much appreciated; however... I discovered a drip in the bedroom (right over my side of the bed, naturally) at a seam in the ceiling. Not a gusher but must have been dripping pretty good. Comforter has a nice round s...	TxYellowRose	5	2682	05:28 PM Aug 13, 2010 by K & E
	Macerator Opinions, Please (Preview) Have questions about macerators: 1. What brand do you have and has it been reliable? 2. If you were to get a new system, what brand would you get and why? 3. Did you install it yourself? 4. If you self-installed, how tough was it to do? 5. How long have you been using yours and what sort of problems have...	TxYellowRose	3	1647	09:42 PM Aug 7, 2010 by Postalpair
	dead house batteries (Preview) We let it sit for about a month and am not sure if we left the water pump on or not. I don't think so but can't be certain. We tried to start the generator and got nothing. We checked the house lights and got nothing so we're pretty sure the batteries are drained. We drove it to our house which is about a 30 m...	breckrider	7	4016	05:22 PM Aug 5, 2010 by breckrider
	Help stuff not working!!! (Preview) I have a 96 Travelaire 5th wheel trailer We went into this week to get it ready for a trip up coming this weekend and to find out that All of these things arent working and was wondering if someone can help up in direction on how to fix them fast! Fridge Sterio Hood Fan test buttons and electric jacks None of t...	dezy454	3	1573	06:25 PM Aug 3, 2010 by picolina
	slideout problems everest (Preview) i have a 2007 everest, 4 slides. they go out ok but when you retrack them they stop going in several time. wait about 30sec and mash button again and they start. probably a weak fuse but cannot find it. were traveling thru alaska probably be several months before we get home and find someone to work on it. a...	gpdshea	5	3960	02:37 PM Aug 1, 2010 by rjenkins
	Need tire help (Preview) I was checking my air pressure in my tires, and on one of the tires the valve stuck open. I first tried to poke the inner valve stem with a screwdriver, and that didn't help. I neighbor in the campground had a tool to tighten the stem, that helped some but it stilll leaks. I'm new to RVing, and in my first tw...	BobJacki2010	2	1315	07:45 AM Jul 29, 2010 by 53 Merc
	Electrical Problem (Preview) The only way my house batteries are getting charged is by running the engine, and I lack the knowledge and energy so far to identify and resolve the problem. Have a Freedom 20 Combi Inverter/Charger, and a Freedom/Heart Interface Remote Control Panel. The panel is not recognizing that shore power...	Lightfin	1	1236	06:23 PM Jul 26, 2010 by 53 Merc
	Waterless Hot Water Heaters (closed) (Preview) Any one out there have experience with waterless hot water heaters in their RV? Thiniking about upgrading the water heater and looking to save $$$ on electric useage. Not sure how they would perform in our fulltiming lifestyle.	Darrell and Judy	9	6173	08:57 PM Jul 22, 2010 by Delaine and Lindy
	Rust in the exterior walls (Preview) After much research we purchased an older RV which was in good shape, low mileage and a newer roof. The dealer didn't mention what the small bump out lines were in the exterior carriage walls. After further research we found out that it is the exterior walls that got wet before the new roof was installed...	Carmel	4	1987	03:15 PM Jul 22, 2010 by sjptak
	Water Lines (Preview) Hey folks, When we leave the 5er for a day we do not cut our water off. We probably should but since we live in it full time it is never cut off. I was wondering if anyone has ever tried to upgrade their water lines? Are the fittings the same as would be on a house? You can buy the stainless hoses different l...	WRS	7	2149	09:37 AM Jul 15, 2010 by The Bear II
	Need a Repair Shop Recommendation (Preview) Well, I was involved in a collision with the 5ver - a real bummer. But, at least no one was injured and most of the damage was cosmetic. A lot of scraping of the driver's side paint and fiberglass, broken window, mangled sheet metal body parts, etc. The collision occured in Va. & I took the 5ver to a sho...	DreamerBob	3	1321	09:34 PM Jul 14, 2010 by igotjam
	roof blisters (Preview) Hello, I am sure this has been asked before but asked before. I bought a 1995 wilderness. The old owner showed me where it had leaked before, a little spot in the right front in a kitchen cabinet. He thought he had fixed it. I thought so too as it had rained several times and I never saw it, then there it was. ...	4wheel1	5	6779	03:46 AM Jul 12, 2010 by 4wheel1
	This is driving me crazy..... (Preview) Our travel trailer is a 29' Keystone Cougar. We bought it new about 2 yrs. ago. Everytime we have used it something has broken or fallen apart. It's always minor stuff that I can repair but it really makes me wonder about their quality control or lack thereof. The one thing I haven't been able to figur...	RodnReal	15	3588	08:56 AM Jul 9, 2010 by mick22
	Stereo problem (Preview) Howdy Everyone! Sorry it has been awhile since my last post, but things have been very busy the past few weeks as we prepare to head for Texas from Washington. So here is a good one... Before we take the RV away from Washington and on to Texas we took the coach back to the dealer for a few tune up items. One of t...	tallan	2	1620	03:59 AM Jul 3, 2010 by jamesbrush
	Need New Battery (Preview) Fellow RVers, I find that I am in need of a new 12V battery for the trailer. It has been a long time since I have purchased one and was wondering what brands (interstate, die hard, and etc) of batteries you have had good performance with lately. I just would like to make sure I spend my dollars wisely. Tha...	mward3	7	2349	08:44 PM Jul 2, 2010 by igotjam
	Black Tank Help ASAP Please! (Preview) Black tank is 2/3 full. Tried to dump. Nothing coming out. Valve will not close completely. Embarrassingly, "something" must be stuck in the line at the valve...? Can we attempt to back flush (hook up hose to flush valve in control panel) and see if that gets things moving? Any quick...	TxYellowRose	3	2976	11:59 AM Jul 2, 2010 by NorCal Dan
	Bedroom A/C (Preview) Arrived here at the RV park Thursday afternoon, our first as full-timers. Our Montana has a rear kitchen with an A/C unit over that area. The second A/C is in the bedroom. Both have "dump" vents to blow air directly down and, when closed, the air blows through the ducting system. I belie...	TxYellowRose	4	1899	12:03 PM Jun 30, 2010 by phyllen
	Just finished our solar installation solar panels modifications upgrades blog (Preview) We just finished installing four 100 watt solar panels, controller, gauge and fuse box on our motorhome. I did detailed step by step photos on my blog in two posts: solar installation part one solar installation part two Also, if you go to the links on the right side of my blog, there are other modifcat...	KarenInTheWoods	15	8406	01:44 AM Jun 29, 2010 by danielhenry31
	How long can I run my generator before needing to shut it down? (Preview) How long can I safely run my Onan generator or a '08 Winnie Vista before needing to shut it down? I've run it as long as 48 hours continuously.	breckrider	14	16241	01:42 AM Jun 29, 2010 by danielhenry31
	Washing RV on the road (Preview) We are leaving, July 1, for an extended cruise, abt 4-5 months. I understand that most parks and St. National and private frown on washing the RV. How does one keep it clean? Should I haul hose, long handle brushes, nozzle and the like, if so where may they be used? Thanks, CCC	charles	9	2330	09:13 PM Jun 28, 2010 by igotjam
	Do Not Clean Your Air Filter (Preview) The $127.00 dumb mistake Like most people, I have a hard time admitting a dumb mistake, but in this case I might helps someone else avoid making the same mistake. Had the error not been discovered, the price tag would eventually been a much higher. Two weeks ago we had the periodic service done on our...	foxriverguy	1	1621	07:02 PM Jun 28, 2010 by GENECOP
	Electrical Question (Preview) We have a 2008 Jayco Designer, yesterday while using the electric motor to lower the front landing gear lost power to motor. I assumed that the fuse gave out, it looked OK but I installed a new one anyway still no power. I ended up manually extending the landing gear. We went on our way planning on findin...	2fortheroad	15	2930	06:39 PM Jun 27, 2010 by sand38
	Fridge/Electric/Propane (Preview) We just got our first electric bill at our seasonal site, $240 for 2 months, maybe 12 days in the Rig. That seems a little high, i checked with a few other campers they seem to think the main culprit is the RV Fridge. I stay plugged in and the Fridge automatically goes for the electric, it has been running fu...	GENECOP	13	3014	09:17 AM Jun 27, 2010 by bjoyce
	Closing off a vent (Preview) I have bought a 1995 Fleetwood Wilderness. They had replaced the refrigerator with an all electric, which is fine with me. There is a large roof vent directly over the back of the refrigerator. I was wondering if there would be any harm in blocking this opening?	4wheel1	2	1371	03:43 AM Jun 22, 2010 by 4wheel1
	4 wheel toad vs tow dollie (Preview) Question for those of you with more towing experience than me: What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a tow dollie vs towing your toad on all four wheels? Ken	Trabuco	13	9461	07:43 PM Jun 19, 2010 by laurly
	Black streak removal (Preview) Hello, I am new here so please bear with me. This subject may have been addressed before. I bought a 1995 fleetwood wilderness travel trailer. There was the black streaks down the sides. I lightened them up by problably 90% on 3 sides using purple power and a brush. It hardly even changed the back. I took...	4wheel1	6	2891	06:12 PM Jun 14, 2010 by 4wheel1
	Garbage disposals in RV's?? (Preview) I've spent most of today checking values of the 5 or 6 motorhomes we're looking at. In the possible equipment list on several garbage disposals are listed. Is it feasible to install one in a motorhome??? I can understand not wanting to use one unless hooked up to full hook-ups, but we have a brand n...	Fanciesmom	4	3506	04:50 PM Jun 12, 2010 by Luvglass
	Cap - restoring lustre and shine (Preview) I have a 2008 Designer 36RLTS. I washed my rig last week. In the process I washed the cap - it was particularly dirty so I spot washed the heavy dirt and bug splats with "Marine Spray Nine" multi purpose cleaner. My cap has now lost its lustre and shine (it is clean). It appears to have a film on it...	Dr Gonzo	1	1527	10:21 AM May 29, 2010 by Racerguy
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