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[ August 24, 2026 ] Essential RV Suspension Check Before a Long Trip Suspension & Chassis Repairs
[ August 23, 2026 ] Proven Ways to Keep RV Refrigerator Cool in Heat Appliance Repairs
[ August 22, 2026 ] Essential Late-Summer A/C Maintenance to Keep Your RV Cool Appliance Repairs
[ August 21, 2026 ] Test, Maintain, or Upgrade RV Batteries When It’s Hot General Repairs & Maintenance
[ August 20, 2026 ] Essential RV wheel bearing checks before Labor Day travel Repairs & Maintenance
[ August 19, 2026 ] Ultimate Labor Day RV Prep for a Smooth Weekend General Repairs & Maintenance
[ August 18, 2026 ] Is Your RV Ready for One Last Epic Summer Road Trip? RV Inspection & Preventive Maintenance
[ August 17, 2026 ] Ultimate Spring and Summer RV Appliance Service Repairs & Maintenance
[ July 29, 2026 ] Pool Noodles in Your RV? You Might Be Surprised… In The RV Shop with Dustin
[ May 29, 2026 ] RV Awning Maintenance: What Should Be Lubricated and Why It Matters Awnings & Slide-Out Toppers

That One RV Tool You Don’t Think You Need… Until You REALLY Need It

May 21, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off

There are certain tools in the RV world that most owners immediately recognize as important — tire presure gauges, socket sets, cordless drills, sealants, and electrical testers. Then there are the “small convenience tools” that […]

Must-Have Tools for Your RV Water Heater

July 16, 2025 California RV Specialists Comments Off

Your RV water heater works hard behind the scenes, providing hot showers, warm water for dishes, and comfort on the road. But like any essential system, it needs regular maintenance—and sometimes, quick repairs. Dustin Simpson, […]

Why the Right Jack Stands Matter When Working on Your RV

July 2, 2025 California RV Specialists Comments Off

Don’t Risk Your Safety — Use Heavy-Duty Tools Designed for the Job By: Dustin Simpson – California RV Specialists – Lodi, CA RVers are a hands-on group. Many of us enjoy tackling our own maintenance […]

The easiest way to fly a flag from your RV

March 12, 2025 California RV Specialists Comments Off

It’s always great to see so many RVers proudly displaying flags while out on the road or at campgrounds. It’s a tradition that really brings out the sense of community and patriotism among us. Recently, […]

Explore Cool RV Tools and Gadgets on Amazon

June 29, 2024 California RV Specialists Comments Off

Amazon offers a diverse range of RV tools and gear, from essential items like nitrile gloves to specialized tools such as torque wrenches and breaker bars, all at competitive prices and quality comparable to top […]

DeWalt Impact Wrench

June 18, 2024 California RV Specialists Comments Off

Join me as I share what we like to call “Cool RV Tools.” These are tools and gadgets that we actually use in the RV industry! We also believe they will be helpful to you […]

Reseal your RV with the BEST RV caulking gun!

December 13, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off

Completing RV repairs and maintenance is a whole lot easier when you have the right tools on hand. Reseal your RV with the BEST RV caulking gun! This is not only my “go-to” caulking gun, […]

The types of RV screws and bits you should have in your toolbox

December 13, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off

I get questions all the time, and sometimes I’m surprised that RVers don’t know the answer. I just assume that everyone knows the little things. Recently, I had an RV owner ask what type of […]

Cool RV Tools

December 13, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off

These “cool tools” are tools and gadgets that we actually use in the RV industry! We also believe they will be helpful to you. Today, we’re looking at the Spider Tool Holster Bitgripper for Dewalt […]

The roof and body tool in every RV tech’s toolbox

December 12, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off

Today I’m showing you a tool in every RV technician’s toolbox—a plastic scraper! It’s used for so many RV repairs including everything from decal removal, RV roof sealant removal, RV body silicone removal, to pop […]