Hoses, belts, and other parts of the cooling system are too often overlooked, and their neglect can create an engine disaster. By Steve Froese, F276276 November 2021 We received an…
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Troubleshooting refrigerator fans, which help to create the airflow needed to keep an RV refrigerator operating properly. By Steve Froese, F276276 October 2021 We received the following email from a…
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Some truck repair centers perform engine and chassis maintenance on RVs, providing owners a knowledgeable, experienced alternative for service. By Steve Froese, F276276 September 2021 A reader recently sent an…
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Weather, electronics, and poor maintenance can result in an assault on batteries. A trip to the battery bank and a few simple steps can keep your RV revved up and…
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In our RV, the hatch that our power cord runs through has rollers around the bottom of the opening to help make the rolling and unrolling smooth. However, the edges…
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RV air conditioners have their limitations, but with some basic maintenance and a few simple tricks, staying cool this summer should be no sweat. By Steve Froese, F276276 July 2021…
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By Steve Froese, F276276 FMCA received a question regarding a reader’s fresh-water plumbing system: “Sometimes when I am hooked to city water in an RV park, my domestic…
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Dometic is recalling more than 47,000 of its three-burner stoves because of a potential propane leak. Is yours among them? Here’s how to find out, and what to do if…
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The service writer is the voice of the customer at a service center, so developing a strong relationship with this individual can be the difference between receiving good and great…
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RV battery issues can be draining. The solutions may be easy or could require professional help, but fixing the problem is always empowering. By Steve Froese, F276276 April 2021 It’s…
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Tech Tip For me, super-bright white lights are too much, so I installed LED smart light strips on both the inside and outside of my motorhome. I added some under…
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A professional propane system inspection each year is a must, but some basic maintenance helps to keep everything running safely and smoothly. By Steve Froese, F276276 March 2021 This month,…
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It’s helpful to understand the in-depth training required for RV technician certification, whether you aspire to a career in the field, seek an RV service facility that employs qualified techs,…
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When seeking RV technical information, it’s a good practice to provide as much detail as possible. By Steve Froese, F276276 January 2021 As with most associations, FMCA exists for the…
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December 2020 I have RV hookups in my backyard for RVing friends who visit. And, when I return from a trip, the setup allows me to dump my black-water and…
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Winter Storage Tweaks By Steve Froese, F276276 My family and I try to use our RV year-round, although our excursions in the winter are less frequent than in spring and…
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November 2020 I’m a retired engineer, and I have some information to share with RV owners who have clear plastic handrails, especially illuminated ones. This is especially relevant in view…
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By Steve Froese, F276276 November 2020 What brand of permanently mounted RV generator comes to mind first? I predict most RV owners would say Onan, which is made by Cummins.…
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Secure Storage For Water Softener After purchasing a portable water softener, we had to determine how to store it securely in our motorhome while we travel. The softener manufacturer recommends…
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Steve Froese, F276276, will draw on his skills as an engineer and an RV technician to answer readers’ questions. By John Johnston, Associate Editor October 2020 FMCA member Steve Froese…
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September 2020 The following recall notices are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN, visit…
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Tech Tip Savings On Diesel Fuel As we roll down the highways, we continually seek ways to save a few dollars. We recently started using a card from TSD Logistics…
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Sadly, this marks the final column provided by RV Doctor Gary Bunzer before he lost his battle to COVID-19 in April. A tribute to Gary begins on page 22 of…
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By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor June 2020 Water Heater Problem I have a 2001 Fleetwood Bounder diesel-powered motorhome with an Atwood 6-gallon gas/electric water heater. The gas side works fine.…
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Campground Departure Date Holder At many campgrounds, your reservation departure date is printed on a sheet of paper that is supposed to be placed in the windshield of your motorhome…
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RV Doctor By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor Critters! After a recent camping trip, I discovered that squirrels had been in the engine compartment of my motorhome and had eaten through…
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RV Doctor By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor Battery Balance When I attended one of your seminars at an FMCA convention, you talked about equalizing the load over a multibattery bank.…
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By Gary Bunzer March 2020 Cylinder Changeover I have a fifth-wheel with two propane cylinders. They are equipped with an automatic changeover lever. When the main tank goes empty, the…
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Battery Removal And Storage I have a question about storing my motorhome for the winter. I will drive it about 3 miles from my home in western New York to…
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Ammonia Affliction We’re planning to buy a Type C motorhome and travel with our small dogs. If we leave them in the RV and there is an ammonia leak, could…
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Basement Organizer Small items often got lost in my RV’s basement storage compartment. So, I built a platform/storage tray to keep things organized. The tray was made using 1×4 lumber…