Q & A: Repairing a Graywater Tank
February 20, 2012
Q: We have a 1993 Newmar Kountry Star diesel-pusher motorhome. The graywater tank has a few very fine cracks on an inside corner. It’s almost impossible to weld without pulling the tank out of the motorhome. I have used automotive bumper glue, windshield glue and many other epoxy type glues brought... Read more »
Q & A: Electrolysis
December 23, 2011
Q: I’ve read about electrolysis causing cooling system problems. I put the negative probe of a digital voltmeter to engine ground and the positive probe in the coolant at the surge tank on my motorhome. It measured about +250mV (.25 volt) DC with it running; the engine was cool when I did this.... Read more »
Q & A: What modifications do I need to make to a 2007 Chevy Avalanche before flat towing?
April 27, 2010
Q: I have a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche 2WD with an automatic transmission. What modifications do I need to tow it four wheels down, and where can I buy these items? A: The automatic transmission on two-wheel-drive Avalanche models will likely self-destruct if towed long distances due... Read more »
Q & A: Tail Swing When Towing
August 17, 2009
Q: I have a 2003 Four Winds Chateau Sport 28-foot Class C motorhome. Because of the coach’s long rear overhang behind the rear wheels, am I going to have a problem towing a dinghy? I’d like to tow a 2005 Honda Element with five-speed manual that weighs about 4,000... Read more »
Q & A: Windshield Wipers
October 16, 2008
Q: As autumn and winter approach, what should I do with my windshield wiper system? A: Clean and inspect the wiper blades and replace if necessary. Lubricate the wiper arm linkage with a white grease spray lube annually. Do not use the wipers to clear ice from the windshield during freezing conditions;... Read more »
Q & A: Hot-Weather Driving
September 18, 2008
Q. We are taking a trip to the Southwestern deserts. What should I do before driving in hot weather? A. Check all fluid levels in the engine, cooling system, and generator and add as necessary. Use oil viscosities recommended for hot weather. Examine the radiator for bugs and... Read more »
Q & A: Locking Steering Column
September 5, 2008
Q. We want to tow a car backward on a tow dolly (because the transmission is not flat-towable) behind our diesel-pusher motorhome, but it doesn’t have a locking steering column. Do you know of any products for this? A. Yes. Check out www.awdirect.com. The unit... Read more »
Q & A: Water Heater
September 4, 2008
Q. Our water heater rumbles and makes odd noises upon startup. It did not do that originally, when the coach was new. What can we do? A. Water heater noise can be caused by sediment buildup in the bottom of an RV water heater. This may happen when sediment collects on the heating element, then drops... Read more »
Q & A: Tire Pressure
August 1, 2008
Q: I recently read that the tire pressure stamped on the sidewall is the maximum (for maximum load) and should not be used as the standard pressure. Is there a rule of thumb for what tire pressure should be used such as a percentage of what is on the sidewall or maybe just so... Read more »
Q & A: Blackwater Tank
June 10, 2008
Q. We flush our motorhome’s blackwater tank often, but the monitor panel always shows the tank is full, even when it is actually empty. Is there a trick for getting the sensors to work properly? A. Probably the easiest way to help clean the inside of the tank and the... Read more »
