Using hazard flashers In the hill country out west it’s not uncommon to find 18-wheelers the hard climb with ‘warning flashers a'blazin. To most RV folks it just makes sense. After all, crawling up a steep grade and traveling far less than “freeway speed,” giving a bit of a warning to the folks coming up from behind is no more than sensible. What about RVers?
RVs and summer storms Summer is a great time for the new RVer to get out on the road. There are plenty of places to explore and activities to pursue. The longer daylight hours allow more miles to be covered. But summertime also brings its own brand of weather. Summer storms can pop up without warning--and even experienced RVers know, summer storms can spell trouble.
Driving your RV part 5: Backing up your RV For new RVers, backing up the RV may be one of the most fearful of all of the "new" things to learn. After driving a car, an RV can look fearfully large. Backing up a rig, even a trailer, is something that most RVers get the hang of with practice.
Driving your RV part 4: Making turns with a trailer Every type of RV has a different way of handling turns. Motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels: All have their own peculiarities. Here are some tips on learning to take your turns safely.
Driving your RV part 3: Passing and being passed It's not a jackrabbit, but you really can pass other traffic while driving your RV. On the other hand, RVers need to make sure others can safely pass them. In Part 3 of our series on driving your RV we'll talk about both.
Driving your RV part 2: Coping with size Looking at the RVs owned by some new RVers, you might think they made their purchase at a scratch and dent sale. While RVers, for the most part--including new ones--don't get in major accidents, "getting too close to something" seems to be a way of life for those getting accustomed to driving a "big" rig. In part 2 of our series on driving your RV, we'll try and help you avoid some of the more common pitfalls.
Driving your RV part 1: Keep it visible Says the RV salesman: "If you can drive a car, you can drive a motorhome!" While many of the "driving" principles are the same, driving a motorhome--or any other kind of RV--can present challenges to the fledgling RVer. In a series, we'll discuss how to get used to driving (or towing) your RV. In part 1 we talk about how to ensure visibility in your RVing lifestyle.
Hitch ball backlash: Did we step in the grease? Back in early December, we published a brief story on whether or not RVers should lubricate their hitch ball. It didn't take long for readers to react. Today we throw their views--and those of "hitch professionals" into the mix.
Monitoring tire pressure for safety No matter how many years experience you have as a vehicle driver, when you first move into the arena of towing a trailer, life is suddenly brand-new. One thing that can--and should be--a bit disconcerting, is the "disconnect" there is between your "vehicle awareness" when pulling a trailer. Blow a tire on your trailer, you'll soon know how disconnected you can be. Keeping up with tire pressure is essential--and not always demanding.
Hitch balls: To grease, or not to grease? Should you lubricate your tow rig's hitch ball, or just let it go, "natural"? We kick around the pros and cons of each, and offer some suggestions from industry folks.
Keep your head up--avoid roof damage An RV can seem really big. But big doesn't always mean length. The height of your RV can get you into trouble. Here's help to stay out--and what to do if you do get in the soup.
Dealing with a motorhome tire blowout A blown tire while driving your car can be a frightening experience. But contemplating such an experience if behind the wheel of a motorhome can give even the most experienced RVer cold chills. But a blown tire on an RV, regardless of its size or type, is not a "game ender." Keeping a cool head and reacting properly can mean a safe--and stable--outcome. It's a matter of understanding and applying some simple rules.
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