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How to Properly Apply Dicor Lap Sealant to RV Roof Seams & Moldings

October 23, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on How to Properly Apply Dicor Lap Sealant to RV Roof Seams & Moldings

Professional RV Roof Resealing Tips from California RV Specialists One of the most important maintenance responsibilities for any RV owner is keeping the roof seams, moldings, and penetrations properly sealed. Over time, RV roof sealants […]

RV Shop Talk

Bring Us Your Broken RV Part – We’ll Help You Figure Out What You Need

October 3, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Bring Us Your Broken RV Part – We’ll Help You Figure Out What You Need

Finding the right replacement part for an RV isn’t always as easy as searching by the year, make and model. RV manufacturers use components from many different suppliers, and those components can change during production. […]

RV Shop Talk

RV Parts Near Me – Local RV Parts, Advice & Support in Lodi, California

September 21, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV Parts Near Me – Local RV Parts, Advice & Support in Lodi, California

When you search for “RV parts near me,” you may be looking for more than a part sitting on a shelf. Maybe you’re trying to fix a problem before your next trip. Maybe you’re unsure […]

RV Manufacturer Warranty & Recall Repairs

Urgent NHTSA 26V-354 Recall: Grand Design Reflection Shock Bolt

August 27, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Urgent NHTSA 26V-354 Recall: Grand Design Reflection Shock Bolt

California RV Specialists Can Help With This Recall If you own a 2025–2026 Grand Design Reflection equipped with the factory-installed CURT® Touring Coil Suspension (TCS), your RV may be affected by NHTSA Safety Recall 26V-354 […]

In The RV Shop with Dustin

California RV Specialists | Behind the Scenes at Our Shop

May 10, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on California RV Specialists | Behind the Scenes at Our Shop

Ever wonder what really goes on inside a busy RV repair facility? At California RV Specialists in Lodi, California, we wanted to give RV owners a real-world look behind the scenes of our shop, our […]

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Professional RV Repair & Service in Northern California

March 12, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Professional RV Repair & Service in Northern California

RV Repair Northern California – California RV Specialists proudly serves RV owners from Lodi, Stockton, Sacramento, Modesto, Elk Grove, Manteca, Tracy, Vacaville, Napa, and communities throughout Northern California. Our independent RV repair facility, located in […]

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Grand Design RV Owners: Why You Should Join In the RV Shop with Dustin on Facebook

January 31, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Grand Design RV Owners: Why You Should Join In the RV Shop with Dustin on Facebook

Owning a Grand Design RV is an investment in quality, comfort, and adventure—but even the best-built RVs require proper maintenance, timely repairs, and informed ownership. One of the most valuable resources available to Grand Design […]

RV General Repairs & Maintenance

RV Roof Inspection Adventure: Uncovering Tree Damage In The RV Shop

March 11, 2025 California RV Specialists Comments Off on RV Roof Inspection Adventure: Uncovering Tree Damage In The RV Shop

Join us on an exciting RV roof inspection adventure as we uncover unexpected tree damage on a 2021 Grand Design Reflection! Discover our recommendations for a full roof replacement or the option to patch up […]

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Favorite moments from the California RV Specialists crew

March 16, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on Favorite moments from the California RV Specialists crew

This past year seemed to go by at lightning speed. I’ve been asked to share my favorite moment of 2022, but the truth is, I simply couldn’t do what I do without my team. So […]

RV Manufacturer Warranty & Recall Repairs

I have something to admit…

March 16, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off on I have something to admit…

In September, I started writing a 5-part series on RV manufacturer warranties. The topics included the following: After the fifth part was released, I thought I had put that topic to bed. Little did I […]

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