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  1. Golfnbike13

    RV Shower Tub Clogged—How to Clear Drains Without Full Access

    Coachmen 2146BHX On a trip right now and when we shower the tub is holding water. If left over night it does eventually drain, bit obviously there is a clog somewhere. We are at a full hookup site. Gray tank has been emptied and didn’t help, no issues with tank emptying. There are no other...
  2. BR

    Diagnosing Dead Lithium Batteries and Solar Controller Issues in RVs

    My battery/solar setup has been working flawlessly since 2024 and was powered down during this past winter until a month ago. With my setup (listed below), I no longer need to plug into shore power to charge my system. Today I found the batteries dead -- no power at all in my system. I checked...
  3. Bear0214

    Upgrading to Lithium Battery in RW Signature 8280WS: Converter & Integration Tips

    I want to add a new 100ah Lithium battery to replace my old lead acid battery that is crap. What do I need to do if anything? Do I need to replace my converter with a more Lithium friendly one? I have a 560ah solar system with a 3000W inverter (all Victron hardware), but it is on a separate...
  4. MI

    Filling Fresh Water Tank from Portable Containers Using Shower Miser & Winterize Port

    I have seen a couple of threads that talk about this topic, but more on the side of troubleshooting. I have a 2025 Rockwood Mini Light 2509S And the majority of the places we are staying do not have convenient spots to stop and fill the water tank on the way in. My question I pose is can I use...
  5. MI

    Upgrading Coleman-Mach Thermostat: Accurate Digital Replacements & User Experiences

    When I run the AC, I have to push the slider all the way up to 90° and it still wont shut off. It's like a freezer. Is there an adjustment I can make (I looked, but I cant find anything on the board). Is there a thermostat you can recommend that is more accurate and an equivalent replacement...
  6. FL

    🚨Skoolie Experts, Rust Gurus, and YouTube Mechanics!🚨

    🚨Skoolie Experts, Rust Gurus, and YouTube Mechanics!🚨 Alright y’all, I need your experienced eyeballs on something before I make a financially questionable decision and end up with a very expensive backyard planter. 😅 I’m a first-timer (read: bright-eyed and dangerously optimistic) looking to...
  7. DC

    Best Cable-Operated Black Tank Valve for Hard-to-Reach Installs

    My valve is in a spot that isnt exactly easy to get to so Im thinking of replacing the valve with one with a cable. Since my RV is permanently set up I can just mount the cable to the side panel and it will be fine. I have no idea who makes the best one as there are crappy reviews of Camco...
  8. JM

    Fixing Loose Bunk End Seals on Roo Hybrids: Tips and Solutions

  9. JA

    Securing a Loose Microwave in Geo Pro 19FD: Causes & Fixes

    We just picked up our new-to-us 2025 Geo Pro 19FD, and after the 10-minute, 6-mile drive home, discovered the right side of the microwave isn't secured to anything; the left side is fine. Is this a common issue? Any tips, hints, or suggestions on how to properly secure it? The camper is...
  10. NMWildcat

    Fogatti 9 Pro Replaces Girard GSWH-1: Install Fit, Performance & Winterization

    Our first generation GSWH-1 was a great on-demand water heater for years. Partnered with the Shower Miser it was perfect for boondocking. About 3 years ago I started having to 'aggie-engineer' fixes to keep it going (with Girard's help). Also, the copper tubes around the heat stack had enough...
  11. ML

    Best Methods for Routing Camera Cable From Furrion Mount to Underbelly on MiniLite

    Hey everyone, New 2024 Rockwood MiniLite 2109-s that came pre-wired for the Furrion camera system. I have a Digital rear view mirror in my Ram 1500; however, and so I want to run a camera cable to the hitch in order to plug in and utilize my DRVM. I've been looking for ways to get the Coax...
  12. RO

    Identifying and Replacing RV Screw Cover Trim on Alta 1900mmk

    2022 Alta 1900mmk. I need to replace this cover strip but I don't have a clue about what to call it in a search. It covers the screws that go through a metal track which secures the front fiberglass to the side walls. Anyone know the name of this part? Suggestions for a vendor?
  13. Rob0702

    DIY Foil Tape Hack Cuts RV AC Noise and Boosts Duct Airflow

    I wanted to share a quick and easy hack for anyone who is fed up with how loud the air conditioners are on our Travel Trailers and RV's. It's annoying while trying to sleep, or while trying to have a conversation or listen to music during dinner or relaxing. Even with that sliding vent closed...
  14. FA

    Front Cap LED Light Cover Melting on 2024 E-PRO: Causes & DIY Fixes

    I just purchased a 2024 e-pro, and once I got home from the dealership, I noticed some sticky goo-type liquid on the front of the camper. After I looked closer, I noticed the clear silicone-type covering for the LED lights on the front cap had melted away. I suppose the sun plays havoc on this...
  15. MI

    Creative Solutions for Blocking Side Sun Under RV Awning

    I'm sitting here in the camper on another rainy Saturday morning. I need a creative mind. We are at a seasonal site, and the way we are situated the sun shines in the side under our awning onto the deck and makes it impossible to sit there because of glare and the heat. What I am trying to...
  16. TitanMike

    Best Practices for Fusing Batteries in Parallel: MRBF vs T-Class Solutions

    In another thread someone mentioned that batteries in parallel should have their own fuse should BMS fail during "catastrophic failure. Also that they should be as close to the batteries themselves as possible. I just finished installing such fuses on my two Battleborn GC-3 batteries. Another...
  17. Greywuff

    Everchill WD-282FWDC-6 Fridge: Bypassing Burned Plug & AC vs DC Replacement

    Aggravated with fridge going into safety and not cooling for 6- day trip. Repeatedly reset fridge and ended up defrosting coil with wife's hairdryer. Worked for about a day and refroze. When I got home today, I removed the inner plate inside the freezer and tried to unplug a connector with a...
  18. BI

    Replacing In-Tank Fuel Pump on Georgetown 328 Ford V10: Steps & Lessons Learned

    Have a 2012 Georgetown 328 Ford V10 has anyone ever had to replace the intank pump?
  19. PA

    DIY Suspension Upgrade: MORryde Equalizers, Wet Bolts, and Safe Jacking Tips

    Trailer is around 5 years old and still on the original suspension but it needs some work, trying to get some thoughts. I've had a couple of the hanging brackets sheer off over the last couple of years, but other than that... not many problems. With this setup, are there bushing in all the...
  20. MoDoug

    Fixing Persistent Cab-to-Cap Leak on 2012 Forester 3211DS: Solutions & Tips

    Our Forester is not very quiet, so I decided to installing some soundproofing and and heat shield. As I was taking up the floor mat, it quickly became obvious the underneath was very wet. After I removed the mat, I used my shop vac to remove a lot of water and hung it up to drain. I inspected...
  21. cyclestump

    Best Sunblock Solutions for G19FD Front Window

    Anyone find a good sunblock cover for the big front window on a G19FD? -thanks!
  22. JA

    Correct Push-In Grease Fitting Size for Dexter EZ-Lube 5000 Axle

    Does anyone know the size of the push in grease fitting on the end of the Dexter Ez-Lube 5000 lb. axle.Mine came off with the grease gun nozzle and it appears it was installed on an angle stripping half of the annular rings.Thanks in advance for any help.
  23. Theoriginal

    Finding a Matching Exterior Shelf Bracket for RV Use

    I want to find this same style of bracket so I can install it next to my sink and use the shelf in multiple places. Can someone please tell me where to buy one?
  24. UP

    Why Did All My 110V Outlets Fail Except the GFCI? Root Causes & Fixes

    Last weekend, during a full hookup camping trip, all the plugs went out..except the one that has the GFCI receptacle. Using tools I brought along, I removed the GFCI outlet from the wall. I discovered a burned black hot wire and heat damage on the back of the outlet. (lower left hole on the gray...
  25. SB

    Best Way to Restore Peeling Clear Coat on Textured Plastic Fender Skirts

    The clear coat has been peeling from the plastic fender skirts on my 2014 FR Wildcat Maxx 27RLS Travel trailer. (See photos) The plastic skirts are in decent condition, but I’d like to re-spray the clear coat to make them look new. Do I remove the clear coat first? The fender skirts have a kind...

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