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Fluid Analysis – Do I really need to have this done

by RV Mentor - Joe / RVing For Newbies Book Author | Sep 18, 2020 | Engine, Fluid Analysis, Generator

Food for thought when contemplating buying a used RV. Today’s topic is fluid analysis.   What is Fluid Analysis?  Fluid analysis for a vehicle is equivalent to a blood test analysis for a human! We know that the doctor can diagnose medical conditions by...

Number #1 tool you need in an RV

by RV Mentor - Joe / RVing For Newbies Book Author | Sep 14, 2020 | Tools

Now this is not necessarily safety related but trust me you will want this tool and replacements for it: <drum roll> a #2 square bit: https://amzn.to/3mkWHCX I already(probably like you) have a screwdriver with interchangeable bits, so much in an RV uses #2...

Multiple propane tanks

by RV Mentor - Joe / RVing For Newbies Book Author | Sep 12, 2020 | Propane

Q: Does your RV have multiple propane tanks? Q: Does your regulator let you switch between them (manually) and might even let you sit it in the middle so it draws off of both tanks at the same time? Q: Do you realize why that is a bad idea? A:  Drawing off both them...

Debugging Weird Electrical Ep1

by RV Mentor - Joe / RVing For Newbies Book Author | Sep 11, 2020 | 120VAC, 12VDC, Batteries, Electricity

Sometimes it is the easy thing, check those first when it comes to Electricity. RV owner, contacts me about: couldn’t get fridge to come on 120VAC, buttons wouldn’t even light,  plug it into the tow vehicle and poof all good, fridge comes on.  (but wait...

Should I use slide supports on my RV?

by RV Mentor - Joe / RVing For Newbies Book Author | Sep 9, 2020 | Slides

Should I use slide supports on my RV? NO, NO and NO. YOU NEVER put anything under the slide, first time the RV shifts a bit or sinks, the weight of the RV will be supported by the slide and you will ruin it. I’ve seen people do this and bring the RV in to get...
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