RV Questions: I Am Asked the Most

In this article, I want to answer commonly ask questions about RVs and full-time RV living.

What is the best lightweight travel trailer?

Choosing the right travel trailer can be pretty demanding and overwhelming. There are so many different things to consider and so many different aspects to cover. Things that need to be definitely covered are great design and spacing, comfort and the equipment, which all go well with your tow car.

So, I’ve done the research and we’ve found one travel trailer that has it all. It is Forest River R-Pod travel. It has the capacity to accommodate up to 4 people and it’s packed with some great features. It has 20,000 BTU furnace, solar charging port, EZ Glide Dinette Table with powder coated steel frame.

What is the cheapest beach to camp at with a travel trailer in California?

Once you have your travel trailer and your car covered it’s time to choose your best travel destination. And it’s a no better place for you to go then to sunny California. If the beach camping is your choice of preference then Ventura County Beach should definitely be on your list. But if you are looking for some cheaper solutions than the US Forest Service and BLM offer very basic campgrounds in rural areas. These are inexpensive, a bit primitive campground usually cost less than $20/night.

How effective is a portable AC inside a travel trailer or RV?

When you’ve found your hot-spot in warm California you might consider having a small portable air conditioner. The challenge is getting one that is efficient and can run on 120 volts. So if you wanna have an air conditioner running and cooling the place up you should also consider your electrical energy supply. The traditional dilemma is which type of generator should you choose?

Which is better for my Travel Trailer RV, an inverter generator or a generator?

Which is better for my Travel Trailer RV, an inverter generator or a generator? Well although the ordinary generator consumes less fuel and costs less the inverter generator beats it with many other extra features Major benefits are portability and convenience, fuel efficiency and lower noise levels. So once you have parked your RV and settled in the campground. You’ve got your power and cooling solved its time to chill and relax with a nice meal and beer. Yes, you’ve heard it right you can enjoy your beer in the outdoor environment such as the campground, park on a private property or at a private home. Because then its considered domicile.

Video Overview: Traditional Generator vs. Inverter Generator

Recreational Vehicles: What does it feel like to live year-round in an RV?

If you’re one of those people who decided to leave everything behind and explore new locations all over the world all year round, then there are few things to consider. For this, you will need a better RV. Modern 5th wheels are cost-effective, spacious, easy to tow, easy to set-up, and high-end models have all the luxuries df om on wheels. Spending a whole year traveling in your new beautiful home can be a very thrilling and relaxing experience.

How safe is it to live in an RV?

However is it safe? Well, you should definitely prepare, do some research on most places for camping. You can always consider some extra security, like alarms or lock security. Learn more about the local community of your camping spot online, explore and enjoy. If it doesn’t feel right you can always leave. You might also consider a small tow car which can be useful if you wanna check a nearby city or do some errands without your castle on wheels.

Video Overview: Is RV Living Safe? How Do You Choose Campgrounds?

What is the best car to pull behind RV and Why?

The 2016 Chevrolet Spark, for instance, is one of the lightest cars for towing behind an RV. In this way helping you to minimize the additional load during long-distance cruising and acts as a reliable runabout for local driving s a tough combination to beat. One of the best is 2017 Jayco designer, the symbol for a luxury home suitable.

How to level a travel trailer?

Stop the trailer around 1 meter from the intended position. Put a board behind the tires behind the low side and it should be 2-foot-long by 8-inch-wide in the back and front of the tires. A number of boards will vary depending the number of your trailer tires have. The number will not vary with the terrain or ground level you are packing the trailer.

After done setting the boards, then pull the trailer towards the boards and then check the level and push the trailer either forward or backward. Continue adding or removing the boards if the trailer is not on the level you want.

Add chocks to the wheels to prevent rolling of the trailer, and detach the trailer from the towing truck. Check the level again by placing the level on one side, then raise or lower the tongue jack on the hitch and then lower the stabilizer jack to reduce bouncing and rocking.

Video Overview:RV Leveling & Stabilizing : Tips & Tricks

How to build a trailer?

Get the required materials that will be used to build up the trailer and then assemble them step by step without skipping any step or any part. Start with the over-slung and underslung trailer axles to offer to cushion the trailer. Build the trailer frame where the bodywork will sit by getting the right dimensions of your trailer. Get the level fixed in place. Then build the trailer tongue then add some gussets by welding them to the tongue and to the frame. Add the A’ frame to cross members and then install the couplers. Add the safety chain on the tongue of the trailer. Hang the axle to the axle and then lock it with bolts.

Video Overview: How to Build a DIY Travel Trailer – The Frame

Ho to repair travel trailer?

Remove the old part and then put some sealing screw around the scraped area then ensure item removed is secured and then remove the screws. Cut off the old part at the edges of metal vent-flange edges to avoid cutting the roofing rubbers. Use the putty knife to access the base of the vent and then loosen it. Carefully lift off the old vent to protect the rubber from tearing. Then seal the removed part with required materials.

How to pack up travel trailer?

Ensure that the hand is on the steering wheel, through the use of your right hand in 6 O’clock position place at the bottom of the steering wheel. Move the trailer to the direction you want your rear of the trailer will go.

Video Overview: Packing Up Your RV: THE INTERIOR

How to repair the trailer travel floor?

Assess the damaged floor and then remove the affected floor. Start by unscrewing the booth from the wall and floor. Get rid of the rotten wood and the change the floor by joining the old and new floor. Install the tiles and other finishing touches that may be required.

Video Overview: How To Repair a Rotten Trailer Floor

How to tow travel trailer?

After getting the appropriate class of hitch for your load attached to the tow truck. Get the desired size ball for the trailer that will be attached to the trailer and tow truck. Attach the trailer to the truck. Attach the wiring system to the trailer. Check the tongue weight. Secure the load and get ready to hit the road.

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How wide is a travel trailer?

A standard travel trailer is around 97 inches wide. The latest larger class A’s are around 100 inches where the width does not include the mirrors of safety equipment.

How to hitch travel trailer?

Raise the trailer tongue to the level of enough room for hitch ball go underneath. Back the tow truck till the hitch ball is under the coupler. Open the coupler latch mechanism and attach the hitch and then secure the lever. Raise the tongue to get distribution bars in place. Insert bars into the hitch heads. Lower saddle and place proper chain link into the hook. Put the safety clip in place. Retract the tongue jack and attach the safety chains. Attach the cable to the tow truck and plug the electric cables and check the lights. Check beak control and then ready to set off.

Video Overview: How to Hitch a Travel Trailer