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Frame & Structural Repairs

Proven Fixes for RV Frame Cracks Near Axles

August 27, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Proven Fixes for RV Frame Cracks Near Axles

RV Frame Crack Inspection & Repair in Lodi, California Frame cracks around the axle, suspension hanger and I-beam areas of a travel trailer or fifth wheel should never be ignored. These areas carry significant loads […]

Suspension & Chassis Repairs

Essential RV Suspension Check Before a Long Trip

August 24, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Essential RV Suspension Check Before a Long Trip

Before hooking up your travel trailer or fifth wheel for a long road trip, inspect the area under your RV. Also check for signs of wear and ensure RV Suspension components are secure. Your suspension […]

Appliance Repairs

Proven Ways to Keep RV Refrigerator Cool in Heat

August 23, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Proven Ways to Keep RV Refrigerator Cool in Heat

Hot summer temperatures can make an RV Refrigerator work harder, especially when camping in direct sunlight or opening it throughout the day. If you’ve noticed your RV refrigerator isn’t cooling like it used to, temperatures […]

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Appliance Repairs

Essential Late-Summer A/C Maintenance to Keep Your RV Cool

August 22, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Essential Late-Summer A/C Maintenance to Keep Your RV Cool

Late summer can bring some of the hottest camping days of the year. After running throughout the spring and summer, your RV A/C Maintenance has already put in a lot of hours. And this isn’t […]

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General Repairs & Maintenance

Test, Maintain, or Upgrade RV Batteries When It’s Hot

August 21, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Test, Maintain, or Upgrade RV Batteries When It’s Hot

Summer RV travel means long days, hot campgrounds, air conditioning, refrigerators working overtime, and increased demand on your RV Batteries. But there’s another component that deserves attention during hot weather: your RV’s electrical system. At […]

Repairs & Maintenance

Essential RV wheel bearing checks before Labor Day travel

August 20, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Essential RV wheel bearing checks before Labor Day travel

Labor Day weekend is one of the last big RV travel weekends of summer. Before you hook up your travel trailer or fifth wheel and head out for one more adventure, there’s an important maintenance […]

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General Repairs & Maintenance

Ultimate Labor Day RV Prep for a Smooth Weekend

August 19, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Ultimate Labor Day RV Prep for a Smooth Weekend

This weekend, Labor Day marks one of the last big camping weekends of summer. Labor Day RV trips attract many enthusiasts. Many RV owners take advantage of the three-day weekend for one more summer adventure. […]

RV Inspection & Preventive Maintenance

Is Your RV Ready for One Last Epic Summer Road Trip?

August 18, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Is Your RV Ready for One Last Epic Summer Road Trip?

Summer may be winding down; however, there is still time for one more RV adventure. Whether you’re planning a Labor Day getaway or a last road trip before fall, schedule an RV pre-trip inspection. Now […]

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Repairs & Maintenance

Ultimate Spring and Summer RV Appliance Service

August 17, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Ultimate Spring and Summer RV Appliance Service

Get Your RV Ready for the Camping Season at California RV Specialists Spring and summer are some of the busiest months for RV travel—and the last thing you want is to discover an appliance problem […]

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In The RV Shop with Dustin

Pool Noodles in Your RV? You Might Be Surprised…

July 29, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Pool Noodles in Your RV? You Might Be Surprised…

I wanted to share a few photos that one of our RV owners sent us because I thought they were both clever and practical. Like many RV owners, they were frustrated by items moving around […]

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