RV Tech Q&A: January 2020
Solar-Panel Size
I was wondering how big a solar panel I need to keep a wet-cell Interstate SRM-24 battery (CCA-550, MCA-690, RC-140) charged to run...
RV Tech Q&A: December 2019
Sway Bars No More?
We purchased a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ that has an integrated brake control and pull a 26-foot 2014 Flagstaff by Forest...
Diesel Tech Q&A: Oil Change Intervals and Analysis
DECEMBER 2019
Oil Change Intervals and Analysis
I have a 2016 Chevy 3500HD Duramax diesel. It has 60,000 miles on it, and I’ve been using Shell Rotella...
RV Tech Q&A: November 2019
Refrigerator Misbehavior
I bought a new Aliner A-frame LXE two years ago.
I am now on my third Dometic refrigerator. Despite countless efforts of troubleshooting between...
Diesel Tech Q&A: Turbo, Unison Ring and Position Sensor
NOVEMBER 2019
Duramax Turbocharger, Unison Ring and Position Sensor
I have a 2007 GMC Duramax diesel 2500HD. Lately, the Check Engine light comes on and off periodically....
RV Tech Q&A: October 2019
Additional Insulation
While camping in our 2018 Livin’ Lite QuickSilver 8.0 tent camper, we ran into 32-degree wet weather at night for three days. We...
Diesel Tech Q&A: Oil Temperature and Change Intervals
OCTOBER 2019
Engine-Oil Temperature
I really appreciate the Diesel Tech Q&A addition. I have a question about my 2012 Ford F-350 6.7-liter diesel. There is an...
Diesel Tech Q&A: Hard-Starting Cummins
SEPTEMBER 2019
Hard-Starting Cummins
I have a 2005 Dodge Ram dually Cummins that has begun having starting problems when the weather gets below 45 degrees Fahrenheit....
RV Tech Q&A: September 2019
Vintage-Trailer Welding
I have an older classic-style trailer, almost canned-ham vintage. The hitch frame is made of heavy channel steel rather than the box steel...
Diesel Tech Q&A: Horsepower and Torque Limits
AUGUST 2019
Horsepower and Torque Limits
With HD pickup manufacturers locked into the horsepower and torque race, I’m guessing they’re primarily retuning the same engines and...
Products
Dometic Portable Powered Cooler and Lithium Battery
Dometic’s PLB40 lithium-iron battery pairs up with the company’s CFX3 powered cooler for off-grid outings
When traveling, I like to keep snacks at the ready....
Staff Pick: Wolf’em Stick
For my daughter, Madison, the best part of RVing is when Dad lights the campfire and she can roast sausages and make s’mores. With...
Hands On: Keyed-Alike RV Locks
A simple DIY upgrade to a one-key-RV system improves security and provides convenience.
There are a couple of things that have driven RVers crazy over...
