RV campers, like houses, seem to always have a project. But don’t get the RV Repair Blues – with the proper RV maintenance and knowledge, your RV can last many years with minimal problems!
From fixing water leaks to appliance upgrades, we’ve got the answers to guide you through RV ownership. Even if you don’t consider yourself “handy” there are many easy things you can do yourself to save lots of time and money on fixing and caring for your RV.
This collection of articles will help you prevent and/or fix the most common RV problems.
A hard freeze can cause hundreds or even thousands of dollars in damage to your RV in a single night. With proper precautions, you can protect your RV’s plumbing system …
We travel a lot, mostly by RV, but also by renting houses or apartments. One thing I hate is getting in a shower only to find the showerhead piddling water …
“Crunch” is one noise you don’t want to hear when moving an RV, especially if it’s fiberglass. You can do serious damage in the blink of an eye if you …
Honestly, an RV toilet seat is one of the most frequently used items in your camper. So, having one that is durable and long-lasting is essential. Have you considered upgrading …
Do you follow the #1 rule of RV black tank dumping? That is emptying the black tank first, followed by a cleansing rush of the gray tank’s contents? Great! Think …
One of the biggest appeals of traveling in an RV for many people is the ability to bring the comforts of home with them wherever they go, including electricity. But …
One of the first things many RVers learn when they start RVing is that RV tank sensors are notoriously inaccurate. We have had 5 RV’s and all of them have …
Two of the most common types of piping for plumbing projects are ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) and PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride). While they may be similar in function, they are distinctly …
Fiberglass is a common material used in constructing RVs. It’s durable, lightweight, and looks incredible. However, over time the fiberglass on your RV can become dull and chalky due to …
Besides keeping your dishes clean, Dawn dish soap has many potential uses. Many RVers quickly discover that an RV black tank can become pretty stinky, especially if you don’t keep …
When it comes to four-letter words RVers don’t want to hear, mold is at the top of the list. Unfortunately, finding mold in RV walls isn’t all that uncommon, and …
Making sure to sanitize your RV water tank is one of the most crucial items of any regular RV maintenance routine. A clean RV water tank will make your travel …
Here at Mortonsonthemove we take on a lot of electrical projects and recommend the use of a multimeter for many of them. If you want to take on some basic …
With a quality RV roof sealant and a little bit of effort, you’ll protect your RV roof for years to come. Maintaining the seals on your roof isn’t something you …
When you’re heading out on a long road trip, nothing beats the convenience of having a fully stocked fridge for the journey. But how does an RV refrigerator work, anyway? …
In some ways, an absorption RV fridge is an amazing appliance, but sometimes it can be a bit finicky and not operate properly. If your RV refrigerator is not getting …
Driving an RV is hard enough, but trying to do so while battling a RV steering wheel wandering can be next to impossible. If you value safety while RVing, you …
They may not seem that essential, but old RV owners manuals may be more valuable than you think. Unfortunately, they’re not always present or in the best condition. Having owned …
While RVs enable us to get away from it all, many of us like them because they offer home comforts while doing it. These comforts include hot running water, comfortable …
