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RV General Repairs & Maintenance

Explore RV repair and maintenance tips, troubleshooting guides, preventive maintenance recommendations, and educational videos from California RV Specialists.

Learn about common RV problems, routine maintenance, seasonal inspections, general repairs, troubleshooting techniques, and practical ways to keep your travel trailer, fifth wheel, or motorhome operating safely and reliably.

Through our In The RV Shop with Dustin videos and technical articles, we share real-world repair demonstrations, professional service recommendations, common maintenance mistakes, and helpful information based on decades of hands-on RV industry experience.

Serving RV owners since 2003, California RV Specialists is dedicated to helping owners better understand their RVs, recognize potential problems, prevent unnecessary damage, and make informed decisions about repairs and maintenance.

Whether you’re a first-time RV owner or an experienced traveler, explore our articles and videos for helpful RV maintenance information and professional repair advice.

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

Have you checked your RV A/C ceiling vents recently? They’re dirty!

July 5, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Have you checked your RV A/C ceiling vents recently? They’re dirty!

When was the last time you checked your RV air conditioner ceiling vents? If it’s been a while, listen up! Join me as I show you how to clean them and check the aluminum foil […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

RV slide-out maintenance and tips

July 5, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV slide-out maintenance and tips

By Dustin Simpson July 2, 2023 In this RV slide-out maintenance and tips video, we’ll show you how to keep your RV slide-out in good condition. From cleaning, to inspecting, to fixing, we’ll cover everything […]

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RV trailer brakes and bearings maintenance

July 5, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV trailer brakes and bearings maintenance

By Dustin Simpson July 4, 2023 When was the last time you did a RV trailer brake inspection? During a recent RV wheel bearing service, we found that this customer’s RV brake shoes were worn […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

What is causing the chipping on my RV?

June 5, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on What is causing the chipping on my RV?

What is causing the RV chip pops and the touch-ups to repop? It goes on one side from the top to the bottom back right side and above the storage covers. None around windows or […]

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Finding The RV Awning Model Number

June 5, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Finding The RV Awning Model Number

An RV owner in one of the groups was asking where can I find the RV awning model number and serial number? You can find your RV awning model number by opening the awning. Then, […]

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How often should your RV suspension be lubed?

May 8, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on How often should your RV suspension be lubed?

Trailer Maintenance Reminder Tip Wanted to share this as a reminder if you own a towable unit to check and see if you have wet bolts or grease zerks on your suspension.  If your unit […]

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How to identify your RV roof vent lid hinge style

May 4, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on How to identify your RV roof vent lid hinge style

Did you know there are 8 different vent lid styles, the main difference is how they hinge to the vent base. To better help yourself or your local repair shop, make sure you either remove […]

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An easy fix for a shower that won’t drain

April 25, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on An easy fix for a shower that won’t drain

If you’re showering in your RV and you’re standing in a couple of inches of water in your RV shower – or if the water just isn’t draining as quickly as it should be, you’ve […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

NEW PRODUCT! Dicor Butyl Rubber Sealant

March 30, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on NEW PRODUCT! Dicor Butyl Rubber Sealant

In this video I compare original RV butyl/putty tape application to a new product on the market – Dicor RV Butyl Rubber Sealant. I share my initial thoughts and the pros and cons of this […]

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The importance of maintaining your slide out sealants!

March 30, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on The importance of maintaining your slide out sealants!

Your RV slide out seals are pieces of rubber that surround the edges of the slide and create a suction seal around the slides when they are pulled in. This prevents debris and the elements […]

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