Inflating your RV tires is probably pretty comfortable. But what if you’ve overinflated a tire? There are two ways to let the air out of your tires, without damaging your tires or being worried about bodily harm. In this guide, you’ll learn how to let air out of a tire – safely and efficiently. You…
Ready to hit the road for an RV adventure? Don’t forget to check proper tire inflation. RV tire pressure affects safety, tire life, and fuel efficiency. In this guide, you’ll learn about proper RV tire pressure, how to maintain it, tips for dealing with low tire pressure, and keeping your tires in pristine condition when…
Draining the fresh water tank on your RV is an important step. It helps keep water safe and manages weight when traveling between campgrounds. Here’s how to drain RV fresh water tank. Here’s how to drain fresh water tank on RV: locate the low-point drain, turn off water heater and water pump, open all taps and valves,…
If you need a new toilet seat for your RV, you might want to use a regular toilet seat. It will improve comfort and aesthetics. But will a regular toilet seat fit an RV toilet? Sometimes you can use a regular toilet seat in your RV. But this isn’t common. Most RV toilets are smaller…
RV black tanks hold waste and toilet paper, but they become clogged with debris that builds up with use. A clogged black tank can cause unpleasant odors, leaks, and even system damage. To unclog an RV black water tank: use specialized enzyme-based black tank cleaners, a black tank wand, and a plumbing snake. You can…
There are many ways to build a campfire. But do you know how to start a fire without matches? To start a fire without a lighter or matches, you can try: sparks, friction, solar, chemicals, fire carrying, or finding fire. Each fire-starting method can be executed in a number of ways. Some include tools and…
If you’re heading out on a camping trip, it can be a tough decision. Which is better: hammock vs tent? Hammocks are better than tents. They are lighter, set up quickly, are more comfortable, and allow more versatile campsites. And because they don’t touch the ground, hammocks impact the environment less (Leave No Trace). Hammock…
As a proud RV owner, you know that it’s essential to winterize your camper before the cold weather sets in. But as the winter ends, it’s time to dewinterize your RV and prepare it for the summer. This saves time and money on repairs and maintenance. To dewinterize your RV, you’ll undo the winterizing from…
Frozen RV pipes are a massive inconvenience, at best. If they crack and break, things get worse. The best way to avoid frozen pipes is to prepare in advance. Here’s how to unfreeze RV pipes. Aside from winterizing your RV, there are five ways to unfreeze frozen pipes. You can install heat tape, place a…
Unless you get to use your RV year-round, you’ll need to spend time each year taking it out of storage and de-winterizing it. One of the most critical steps in this process is flushing out the antifreeze from your camper, as unused antifreeze can leave behind a lingering smell and taste. Uncertain how to flush…