What did I Wish I knew before RVing?

In that spirit, here are 10 things I wish I’d known before we went full-timing: 1/ Bigger is Not Always Better Sometimes things are not as they seem. A fiery and dusty sunset in NM I always imagined that you should try to buy the biggest RV you could afford.

What should I know about troubleshooting my RV?

Learn how to do some very basic troubleshooting on your RV. If you own or rent an RV, you will want to know enough to at least make a walk-around inspection before you go on the road, especially of the electrical system. Even a novice can learn how to inspect for problems, and determine if the problem is major or minor.

What causes electrical problems in a towed RV?

Any RV or towed vehicle vibrates in transit. And these vibrations will, at times, shake electrical connections loose, in addition to the wear and tear that wires and appliances go through in normal use.

Are there any problems with a coachman RV?

In some models, leaking can be spotted around the vent, the shower and the sink. The problem will even get worse if you use the RV in rainy and humid weather. This makes the time you spend inside the RV to be stressful and extremely inconvenient. The fridge upgrade in several Coachmen RVs has also lead to a rather annoying problem.

Can you fix a campground problem on your own?

Who knows, the problem might be at the source in the campground or storage facility. Doing the diagnosing and repair on your own can eliminate expensive repair visits, ferreting out small problems you can fix yourself.

What’s the shady truth about buying an RV?

So, while we can’t guarantee a smooth and easy experience for each of you, we can tell you the shady truth about buying an RV. Why? Because information is liberating and can be the difference between feeling uneasy or certain about such a big decision and purchase. Also knowing the “ugly” part before starting this process might just make it better.