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  • [ September 7, 2026 ] You Don’t Have to Take Your RV Back to the Dealer for Every Repair RV Shop Talk
  • [ September 5, 2026 ] RV Drum Brakes vs. DeeMaxx Disc Brakes – What’s the Difference? Disc Brakes DeeMaxx
  • [ September 4, 2026 ] Storing Your RV for Winter? Don’t Forget the Refrigerator Appliance Repairs
  • [ September 2, 2026 ] RV Repair Shop vs. RV Dealer – Where Should You Take Your RV for Service? RV Shop Talk
  • [ August 31, 2026 ] RV Roof Leaks in Winter – What Every RV Owner Should Check Roof Repairs & Maintenance
  • [ August 30, 2026 ] When Is the Best Time to Upgrade Your RV to DeeMaxx Disc Brakes? Disc Brakes DeeMaxx
  • [ August 29, 2026 ] Why Upgrade Your RV to DeeMaxx Disc Brakes? Disc Brakes DeeMaxx
  • [ August 28, 2026 ] RV Slide-Outs During Winter – Should You Store Them In or Out? Slide-Out Systems & Components
  • [ August 27, 2026 ] Is Your Grand Design Solera Awning Affected by NHTSA Recall 22V-603? Uncategorized
  • [ August 27, 2026 ] Urgent Recall: Grand Design RV Propane Quick Disconnect 24V-861 RV Recalls

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RV Shop Talk

You Don’t Have to Take Your RV Back to the Dealer for Every Repair

September 7, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on You Don’t Have to Take Your RV Back to the Dealer for Every Repair

After purchasing an RV, many owners assume they have to return to the selling dealership. There are RV repair options that let owners address maintenance or repairs without returning to the dealership. Depending on the […]

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Disc Brakes DeeMaxx

RV Drum Brakes vs. DeeMaxx Disc Brakes – What’s the Difference?

September 5, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV Drum Brakes vs. DeeMaxx Disc Brakes – What’s the Difference?

Most towable RVs come from the factory with electric drum brakes, but many fifth-wheel and travel-trailer owners eventually consider upgrading to the DeeMaxx disc brake. Both systems are designed to stop your trailer, but they […]

Appliance Repairs

Storing Your RV for Winter? Don’t Forget the Refrigerator

September 4, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Storing Your RV for Winter? Don’t Forget the Refrigerator

When preparing your RV for winter storage, it’s easy to focus on the roof, plumbing and batteries. However, don’t forget about the RV refrigerator winter storage. A refrigerator that is shut down and closed up […]

RV Shop Talk

RV Repair Shop vs. RV Dealer – Where Should You Take Your RV for Service?

September 2, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV Repair Shop vs. RV Dealer – Where Should You Take Your RV for Service?

When your RV needs maintenance or repairs, you may wonder whether you should take it back to an RV dealership or choose an independent RV repair shop. Both can have a place in the RV […]

Roof Repairs & Maintenance

RV Roof Leaks in Winter – What Every RV Owner Should Check

August 31, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV Roof Leaks in Winter – What Every RV Owner Should Check

Winter rain can reveal problems with your RV roof quickly. Even a small crack or loose seal may seem minor, yet moisture repeat exposure worsens it. Over time, such leaks can cause expensive water damage […]

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Disc Brakes DeeMaxx

When Is the Best Time to Upgrade Your RV to DeeMaxx Disc Brakes?

August 30, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on When Is the Best Time to Upgrade Your RV to DeeMaxx Disc Brakes?

You’ve been considering upgrading your fifth wheel or travel trailer from electric drum brakes. Moreover, the DeeMaxx disc brakes option may matter, and you may wonder when the conversion makes sense. There isn’t one perfect […]

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Disc Brakes DeeMaxx

Why Upgrade Your RV to DeeMaxx Disc Brakes?

August 29, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Why Upgrade Your RV to DeeMaxx Disc Brakes?

If you tow a larger fifth wheel or travel trailer, braking performance is an important part of your overall towing setup. Most towable RVs leave the factory with traditional electric drum brakes, but some owners […]

Slide-Out Systems & Components

RV Slide-Outs During Winter – Should You Store Them In or Out?

August 28, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV Slide-Outs During Winter – Should You Store Them In or Out?

When storing your RV for the winter, should you leave the RV slide-outs during winter extended or bring them in? In most situations, we recommend storing RV slide-outs fully retracted, unless your RV manufacturer recommends […]

Uncategorized

Is Your Grand Design Solera Awning Affected by NHTSA Recall 22V-603?

August 27, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Is Your Grand Design Solera Awning Affected by NHTSA Recall 22V-603?

California RV Specialists Can Help With This Recall If you own a 2022 or 2023 Grand Design Momentum, Solitude, Reflection, Imagine, or Transcend, your RV may be affected. Additionally, this pertains to NHTSA 22V-603, involving […]

RV Recalls

Urgent Recall: Grand Design RV Propane Quick Disconnect 24V-861

August 27, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Urgent Recall: Grand Design RV Propane Quick Disconnect 24V-861

California RV Specialists Can Help With This Recall If you own a 2022 Grand Design Imagine, Reflection, Momentum, Solitude or Transcend, your RV may be affected by NHTSA Safety Recall 24V-861 involving certain propane (LP) […]

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