RVing can be a great adventure, but also where you can pay the price of inexperience and ruin your own vacation if you do not know a few things about your recreational vehicle before you buy it. One such thing is the different sizes/capacities of RV holding tanks. So, what size are RV holding tanks? …
Owning and operating an RV comes with a lot of new systems you must learn about. One of those systems is the water system that gives you running water, allows your toilet and shower to work (if you have them), and gives wastewater a place to go until you can remove it. Gray tanks are …
There are a lot of different types and styles of RV out there, and it can be tricky to find exactly what you’re looking for if you don’t know the terminology. Have you ever wondered: What is a short RV called? The specific term for a short RV is Class-B RV or Camper Van. They …
When you are making your first forays into the world of RVing, many things are expected to be unknown to you, it is the nature of being a novice. Some of those things are very important for the safety of towing a trailer, such as how to calculate tongue weight. So, how exactly do you …
Knowing what various standard devices in your RV do, allows you to understand the capabilities of your recreational vehicle. One such thing is knowing what an inverter does on an RV. So, what exactly does an inverter do on an RV? The inverter draws DC current (12 volt) from the house batteries. It then transforms …
With hundreds of different floor plans and models to choose from, finding the perfect RV with the ideal kitchen layout can be a daunting task. One confusing part of searching for an RV is all the jargon for different floor plans. Like the term “rear kitchen”. What does ‘rear kitchen’ mean in an RV? An …
Whether you live in an RV, or you’re temporarily going to stay in one during a family trip you have planned – it never hurts to give your RV’s walls a thorough inspection. If any repairs are required, it’s important to first know what type of material the walls are made of. So, what kind …
When it comes to the world of RV ownership, there are a lot of technical terms and new systems you’ll need to learn. One of the most important systems is your electrical and battery setup. Have you ever heard the term ‘house batteries’ and been a bit confused? You are not the only one. So, …
If you own an RV, or if you’re planning on buying one, it is important to know the wheelbase of the RV. Having an unsafe wheelbase ratio will make your vehicle tougher to handle and can cause accidents. So, exactly how do you measure the wheelbase of your RV? The wheelbase measurement is the distance …
One of the most liberating experiences in the world is travelling in an RV. However, there are a few safety things that you should review first. For example, sway bars, which are commonplace on many travel trailers, are one of these important components. So, are sway bars truly necessary for your camper, or is it …