by RV Enthusiast | Aug 25, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Under Pressure Creating nominal positive pressure inside your RV can reveal all of its possible weak spots where water incursion can lead to expensive repairs. Since this week’s newsletter carries a tip on locating and eliminating an LP-gas leak, we thought we’d also...
by Bob Livingston | Aug 25, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Your Nose Knows If you get a whiff of propane, it’s time to don your Sherlock Holmes hat and find the source of the leak. Testing connection points, hoses, regulators and cylinder/tank valves with dishwashing soap and water is your first line of defense. A strong...
by Bill Gehr | Aug 18, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Closing the Gap Photos by the author Blocking the space between the main and slideout floors keeps wayward M&Ms from finding refuge and making a mess. Chasing dropped items that fell off the island counter was humorous at first — but got old fast. Now the bugs...
by Bill Gehr | Aug 4, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Decontaminating Water Photos by the author Keeping contaminants out of an RV’s water system is an ongoing process. You can’t have too much filtering when dealing with unknown sources, especially water supplied from a well. A mesh screen filter is a good way to...
by Bob Livingston | Jul 28, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Maintaining Your Slides’ Glides Lubricating rack-and-pinion slideout mechanisms will squelch annoying noises, restore a smooth operation and provide years of trouble-free service. While you’re at it, give those bulb and wiper seals some TLC, too. Just about everyone...
by Bob Livingston | Jul 28, 2023 | Pro Tip, RVEXPERT
Getting Lugged Down Photos by the author Chrome-plated lug-nut caps enhance the appearance of trailer wheels — but over time they can distort and get stuck in a socket needed for removal and torquing. Replacing them with higher quality, solid lug nuts ends the...
