A gas stove in an RV is a nice luxury. You can have an instant burner flame just like any household stove. On top of that, many RV stoves now come with a gas oven where you can bake cookies or even a frozen pizza! But what do you do when that RV stove won’t … Read more
Do you hear your fuse box fan running? Is this normal? The good news is that a fuse box fan running is normal. Your RV fuse box is the one-stop shop for your entire RV electrical system. It converts your shore power (dc power) or distributes it (ac power) to allow for your lights, outlets, … Read more
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to realize that a 50 amp plug melted is an electrical problem to address immediately. Where there is melting, there is heat and the potential for fire and damage. Electricity has a potential for electrical arcing, which can cause unwanted heat and melting of plastic and metal parts of … Read more
Your RV inverter provides AC power when not plugged into shore power. So what should you do when plugged into shore power? Should you keep your inverter plugged in? Does it do any harm to you or your RV? There are some advantages and disadvantages when leaving your inverter on all the time when plugged … Read more
Your RV Converter is a critical power source for your home on wheels. Even when connected to shore power, the converter works hard to convert that AC current into DC power. As it works hard to convert AC power to battery power, it will generate heat. And luckily, that heat doesn’t cause damage to the … Read more
What is that clicking sound coming from your inverter? And why is your inverter clicking on and off? An inverter, whether for your solar panel or as an RV inverter, has a safety and start-up sequence that it goes through before it can provide ac power. And with your inverter clicking on and off, something … Read more
An inverter is your best friend when you don’t have shore power or are in a power outage. It provides all the necessary ac power to power your appliances, even a fridge. But what is going on when it makes a beeping sound? What could be the reason why your power inverter is making that … Read more
I have always wondered how long a 12V Battery will last on an inverter. It always seems like a guessing game, and no one has the answer. Sure, there are graphs and theoretical durations on the amp hours and voltage of the battery. Which, you have to try to calculate and figure out if what … Read more
Transporting an RV (recreational vehicle) can be an exciting and rewarding experience, whether you’re heading out to a great travel destination or simply relocating your home on wheels. It typically involves towing your RV, loading it onto a flatbed truck, or simply driving the vehicle to the desired destination. The move requires careful planning and … Read more
240V power is extremely handy. You can power up your welder, electric car, and a 50-amp RV. But what if what you are looking for at the moment is not 240v? What if you need a 120V receptacle on a dedicated circuit? This post will review how to take 120V off a 240V circuit, including: … Read more
Having a 50 amp RV outlet at home to power your camper is a great luxury. With that 50 amp connection, your RV hookup lets you power your full rig, including the RV AC. But how do you install a 50 amp RV outlet at home? I mean, this is some serious power to take … Read more
Hearing that thumping while driving in your tow vehicle is an unpleasant sound. As you pull over, you must deal with a flat tire on your trailer. Hopefully, you have a spare tire! Tire failure on a trailer is common; we usually see someone on the side of the freeway with a flat tire. But … Read more