If you don’t have a motorhome, then you’ll need to tow your fifth wheel or travel trailer with a truck. But, how much weight can you really tow with it? When you try to research that question online, you’ll probably get many different answers. “We see that all the time,” said Todd Henson, lead technical instructor at the National RV …
Five tips for selecting the right generator for you
In the winter of 2021, RVers living in Texas got caught off guard when a highly-unusual, rare winter storm drifted through the state. It brought nearly half an inch of ice followed by 5 inches of snow in many areas. Temperatures dropped below freezing for nearly 10 days in parts of the state. The cold weather put such a drain …
Tips for maintaining RV batteries
If there is one thing all RVs have in common, it is more batteries than a typical car. With the exception of a pop-up trailer, most RVs will have at least two batteries to power everything inside the rig when it is not plugged into shore power. Motorhomes will have an additional battery to provide power to the engine. All …
How to eliminate a ‘poop pyramid’ and prevent one from forming
It’s a very common problem in the RV lifestyle, especially with new RV owners. People hook up a septic hose to their RV and attach the other end to an outlet at their campsite. Then, they open valves to both the black and gray water tanks to flush all the yuckiness down the drain. But, they forget to close the …
5 things to consider when buying a new RV
You’ve found the ideal RV – one that you know will meet your family’s needs for years to come. You’re so excited that you can’t wait to get out and enjoy new adventures with this new RV. But, is it the best RV for you? “There is no such thing as the perfect RV,” said Todd Henson, an instructor at …
Use your RV water pump when hooked up to water???
Have you ever had this problem? You go to an RV park and either have too much water pressure or not enough pressure? The water just trickles out of your shower head… You’ve been told to get a water pressure regulator and protect your RV. Don’t get us wrong, this is a good product to have. You’ll find there’s really …
Turn black tank solids into liquid in 2 hours
In this Tech tip Tuesday we test a couple “solid” eating products that will turn even the largest of poop pyramids into the Nile river. Learn how to keep a healthy black and grey tank in Todd’s Two Minute Tech Tip Tuesday.
What is an RV Anode Rod / How to change it
What is an RV Anode Rod / How to change it. Welcome to another Todd’s 2-min Tech Tip. This week we talk about what an anode rod is and how to change it. Did you know you can fix 80% of the issues you have with your RV? All you need is someone to show you how. Click above to …