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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.

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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

Everything you need to know about cleaning your RV slide-out topper

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Everything you need to know about cleaning your RV slide-out topper

Cleaning your RV slide-out topper is an essential maintenance task that helps keep your RV in good condition and extends the lifespan of the slide-out topper. The topper is a fabric cover that protects the […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

Preventing a leaking slide out motor from causing roof damage

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Preventing a leaking slide out motor from causing roof damage

This process describes the repair where, under certain temperature conditions, the slide cable system gearbox may leak oil/grease on the slide roof membrane. The following describes how to install a drip pan to prevent damage […]

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What it’s like to repair bullet damage to an RV

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on What it’s like to repair bullet damage to an RV

There could be several reasons why someone might shoot an RV with a bullet, though I must emphasize that such actions are illegal, dangerous, and morally wrong. Shooting at an RV or any other property […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

What you need to do to protect the exterior body of your RV

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on What you need to do to protect the exterior body of your RV

Maintaining the exterior body of your RV is essential to keep it looking good and protect it from the elements. Here are some tips for RV exterior body maintenance: Regular washing: Wash the RV’s exterior […]

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RV slide out service tips and tricks

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV slide out service tips and tricks

For RV slide out service, a trick I like to do is take my 12-volt/18-volt air blower and a long swiffer-type sweeper and blow out and dust underneath them. I do this by running the […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

Could you have hydraulic leak coming from the RV slide-out cylinder and not know it?

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Could you have hydraulic leak coming from the RV slide-out cylinder and not know it?

This is a prime example of why keeping up on your RV slide-out maintenance is important! In this video, we discuss a hydraulic leak coming from the RV slide-out cylinder. Join in on the inspection […]

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A reminder to clean your RV’s fresh water tank every six months

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on A reminder to clean your RV’s fresh water tank every six months

I always refer to your RV’s fresh water tank as a dirty fish tank. Think of all the slime and bacteria growing in tanks and water lines. Whenever you go camping you’re getting water from […]

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Finding and identifying your RV’s water heater information

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Finding and identifying your RV’s water heater information

Join me in the video below “In The RV Shop” as I talk about where to locate your RV water heater information. Besides the model number, you will find the serial number, which is necessary […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

Any idea what caused this RV water heater fire?

July 7, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Any idea what caused this RV water heater fire?

An owner in one of my RV Facebook groups asked, “any idea what caused this?” to my RV water heater. It is very important to learn all you can when it comes to RV’s maintenance […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

Keep Your RV Black Tank From Clogging

July 7, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Keep Your RV Black Tank From Clogging

How to keep your RV black tank from clogging, helping to keep it odor-free and working properly. I wanted to introduce you to Camco RV holding tank swivel stik rinser. Most black holding tanks these […]

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