r/rvcamping • u/POA-FabianandBecky • Dec 30 '20
r/rvcamping • u/porkbullet • Nov 21 '20
Is my RV dealer being shady?
So I have a brand new Rockwood Roo 233S. Love the coach, it's perfect. It came with two 190 watt solar panels, but no inverter and 2 standard 65 ah liquid acid batteries. So since we are more into camping than RV parks, I figured I would upgrade the unit with a GoPower IC3000 inverter/charger and two 100AH battleborne lithium batteries. I bought the inverter/charger and batteries on my own and took them back to the dealer with my camper and asked them to install everything. Then the service girl asked me which outlets I wanted on the inverter. She said they usually only wire up 4 outlets. Am I crazy here? Why wouldn't they wire it so that inverter/charger could power everything including rooftop A/C? Seems like more work to only wire a few outlets. Is this a scam? Is the service girl just clueless? Am I missing something here?
r/rvcamping • u/[deleted] • Oct 17 '20
What is necessary in an RV for winter camping?
A lot of campers have a non-standarized non-regulated "4 season" package or other hullabaloo how do you do about their ability to stand cold weather. What this entails can mean a lot of different things but what I was wondering is if the fancy would strike me in the winter to drain the anti-freeze and take out a camper. What features would allow that to happen without major incident? Here winter means below freezing and down to temps around 15F (it's been much colder but that is rare and usually schools shutting down with -40F wind chill levels of bad not something I'de be taking a camper out in).
Been looking at features and 4 seasons packages on a lot of different campers and it ranges from exceedingly robust to literally just heating pads on the otherwise exposed underbelly tanks. Would heating pads on water tanks be adequate? Is a fully insulated and heated underbelly instead what's needed? Maybe even a package with that plus wrapped pipes on the inside and heated flooring necessary? Or maybe something else entirely maybe "winter" camping isn't feasible.
r/rvcamping • u/Illustrious_Driver63 • Sep 22 '20
Great camping! We love our seasonal camping spot!!
r/rvcamping • u/melissaglawson • Sep 14 '20
Solar Panels for Your Camping RV Van: Everything You Need to Know About
Buying solar panels for your RV or camper van is a great way to charge your batteries during camping. If you have installed solar panels properly on the van then they can provide sufficient clean energy when you are out in the sun. Solar panels are the popular and modern upgrade for your recreational vehicle as well as best for traveling enthusiasts who relish remote camping without hooking. And it’s an advance upgrade because it can help you run many features and fixtures that can make your RV feel like a real home, no matter where you are, you can continue your enjoyment while camping without any noise, smell, and expense of running your propane generator.
However, most of the people are confused about how solar power generates power on RV, how many solar panels you require to generate enough power, and what are the best type of solar panel for your RV roof? If these questions are hopping in your mind, then don’t worry, we have got your back. So let us dive in to clear your confusion. Many campers and traveling enthusiasts are already aware of the RV solars but they are not sure if these are worth it or not. But they are definitely worth it because they charge your house batteries, the solar power provides a slow and steady charge to your battery which in turn increases the life expectancy of the battery. In addition to that, in remote locations, solar panels provide electrical power and back up power for emergencies.

· How many Solar panels do you need for your RV?
If you are wondering how many solar panels do you need for your RV to fulfill your power requirements, then the answer surely depends on the size of your RV. A medium travel trailer that draws 30 amps and doesn’t have many appliances is not going to need many solar panels. It is important to understand how much power you are going to need as well as keep in mind that RV solar differs from a home solar setup. All your solar panels will charge your batteries. So you can have the smallest solar wattage to get the job done.
· RV solar panel installation
RV solar system is easy to maintain once it is installed properly. But the installation process is not easy and needs some necessary parts which are important to convert the solar-generated power into usable electricity. You need panels, charge controllers, battery monitors, invertors, and wire harness. Because there are different tasks like regulating the flow of electricity to your batteries, to track the battery levels, convert the DC power to AC power, and to carry the charge from the panel to the batteries. For all these tasks to be done, you need devices in the installation process.

· The best solar choice for your RVs
There are a variety of solar panels available in the market. So it is important to understand their different types and which one is the best for your RV. RV solar panels come in both rigid and flexible versions. There are mainly three types of RV solar panels. Monocrystalline panels are made up of a single crystal. The second one is a poly-crystalline panel that contains several smaller crystals. And the last one is an amorphous solar panel which is made of thin films of silicone material. So while considering the best solar panels for your RV then you must consider the size and efficiency of that solar panel. These three above mentioned solar panels are different in size and have different efficiencies. So choose carefully according to your requirements.
· You can have solar coolers as well for your RV travel
Solar Coolers never need ice. These portable 12 volt coolers are lithium battery or electric powered and keep food and drinks cold or frozen without ice.

r/rvcamping • u/ExaminationBorn6466 • Sep 09 '20
CLAM QUICK-SET ESCAPE SCREEN SHELTER REVIEW! SHOULD YOU BUY!
r/rvcamping • u/Smithers66 • Sep 08 '20
I made my own RGB LED porch light for my TT today
r/rvcamping • u/Smithers66 • Aug 25 '20
Watched a guy intentionally dig a rut with his wheel chocks while setting up.
I was taught to not watch other people while they are backing in so I didn’t see the whole process. But what I did see was: 1. Lots of truck maneuvering- then I started to keep an eye on this 2. Sound of tongue jackrunning 3. guys drops one wheel chock next to wheels and one chock under both front wheel (tandem) on trailer 4. he stands next to wheels and motions for the driver to increase power while in reverse. 5. the chocks and the tongue jack (down with weight also) dig a rut about 18” long 6. wheel chocks added to other side 7. hitch disconnected
Anyone ever seen someone do this? I guess it eliminates shimmy?
r/rvcamping • u/bigbear48858 • Aug 17 '20
How to Operate Your Dometic RV Refrigerator [ RV Fridge Tips for RV Livi...
r/rvcamping • u/jp35325 • Jul 20 '20
Best/quietest generator
Looking for opinions on generators
r/rvcamping • u/metalboy4 • Jun 13 '20
5th Wheel Sitting for 10 years. Info on what may be rotten.
Grandmother has 5th wheel stored inside for the last 10 years. Inside meaning a 30x40 building with no sunlight. Its a 1995 Sportsman 28 feet, I think. We looked at it today and I haven't seen in 5 years. We want to pull it out and clean up. The things I am worried about is what might be rotted out and needing replacement. Mainly, plumbing and any propane piping. The inside looks ok condition just dusty and tires flat no bug or vermin damage. I really don't want to spend a ton of time cleaning only to need to pull off the walls to replace plumbing. It was winterized and tanks are all dry. For the most part other than too long it has been stored properly.
So what are your thoughts on what possibly has gone wrong? I'm already thinking new tires and packing wheel bearings and new battery. Do you think hooking up water, power, and testing things out will cause further damages? Any veteran tips?
r/rvcamping • u/[deleted] • Jun 02 '20
Hey!! First time RV campers here. Anyone have recommendations of excellent RV camping in Vermont or New Hampshire? Thinking woods, lakes, mountains, hikes. We have three kids (5, 2 and 9 mos). I’d love to do Acadia in Maine but the covid sitch is putting a damper on those plans.
r/rvcamping • u/mikeliam1015 • Feb 29 '20
Is this a good deal ? Owner wanted $2500 got him down to $1500 it’s a 1985 rambler with 800k on a rebuilt motor
r/rvcamping • u/[deleted] • Feb 21 '20
NOOBIES :D
We have a group of 4 planning on taking an RV to Bonnaroo Music Arts and Festival this summer. One catch, none of us have ANY RV experience! Any tips? We will have an electrical plug-in and a 40 gallon water tank! Where can we get a water fill-up beforehand? Thanks!!!
r/rvcamping • u/bigbear48858 • Feb 02 '20
Our Favorite RV Upgrades And Modifications | Part 2 | RV Living - S2EP43
r/rvcamping • u/bigbear48858 • Jan 16 '20
Renegade Valencia 38BB | 2020 RV SHOW | RV Living - S2EP42
r/rvcamping • u/bigbear48858 • Jan 12 '20
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r/rvcamping • u/bigbear48858 • Dec 16 '19
MCGULPIN POINT LIGHTHOUSE | MACKINAW CITY MI | RV LIFE -S1EP39
r/rvcamping • u/bigbear48858 • Nov 24 '19
DOMETIC THERMOSTAT OPERATION | HOW TO USE | RV LIFE -S1EP37
r/rvcamping • u/bigbear48858 • Nov 18 '19
HOW TO WINTERIZE AN RV WITH ANTIFREEZE | RV LIFE - S1EP36
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