r/RVLiving 21h ago

discussion Man this looks kind of crazy

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r/RVLiving 12h ago

Anyone ever have issues planning trips with friends, or your wife? lol

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Sometimes (often lol) we change our minds and completely book or plan a new route just to change it again. What if I could compare those trips on the same map so we can compare first hand the travel time, distance, weather of each stop along our trip.

So I built a "Compare to" feature to do just that.

This is also great to compare to your rv friends trips and easily coordinate hanging out again. Because we all know how hard that is.

Thanks again to everyone who provided feedback before. It’s noted and I will continue to make the best Roam Planner for us all (FOR FREE) 😊

PS

I am a software engineer
I created the design and interface
I use ai to speed development
I am a full time RVer just like you
I am not selling anything just trying to build a useful tool that I and others can use


r/RVLiving 16h ago

question Freshwater won’t drain

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For context I have a 2017 Forest River Wildcat and I’m a first time owner.

I’m trying to drain my freshwater tank as it had backfilled and overflowed. I did the whole run the pump and hot water to reset the check valve and that seemed to work, however now I’ve been draining my freshwater tank for the last couple days constantly and nothings changed.

I left my camper this morning and turned my water off but left the drain open for the entire time I was away (about 12hrs) yet it was still draining when I got back.

I feel like I’m going crazy and it shouldn’t take that long to drain.

Please help!!


r/RVLiving 15h ago

discussion Are rooftop A/Cs still the best option, or is this a better approach?

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Apparently it does both heating and cooling, what's your thoughts on this?


r/RVLiving 20h ago

ADVICE FOR A VIRGIN

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Not sure how many of yall are in the fb group, so my apologies if part of this redundant

We are going to buy our first RV...

The primary use will be hauling horses for extended competitions so we are looking at 15-30k lbs towing capacity

While many in our position will opt for a dually with a living quarter trailer, our exact situation makes the most sense for a Super C

The must haves are :

4 season and all terrain capabilities, as our circuits are year long and in multiple states.

The facilities range in accesibilty, so boondocking could be up to 2-4 weeks.

Need floorplans that allow for an overcab bed , mid ship bath, as well as a washer dryer, but we are trying to stay under 40 ft.

Im favoring the Freightliner Cascadia, and im liking what Renegade has done with the Explorers the best

--Can you convince me otherwise?

PLEASE REMEMBER :

Never owned an RV before

For this reason im also liking the Newmar Supreme Aire, because it offers a smoother ride to drivers, as well as better comfort and safety options for the horses

The Renegade Explorer is ahead because of its shorter model, but im also wondering if ill adapt quickly and wish we went with a bigger truck and floorplan

Also on my radar is the Dynamax Dx3 and the Entegra Centurion

I really dont want to veer away from the Cascadia, but ill gladly take suggestions on anything else that can pull my horses (12k lbs minimum) and comfortably fit my family

Would love any advice yall can give

TIA


r/RVLiving 13h ago

question Has anyone encountered an extra electric fee this year?

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I just read this article https://rvlife.com/how-rvers-can-avoid-surprise-campground-electric-charges/. Where it says campers were charged an additional electric fee instead of the usual unlimited electric built into the price. I think this is outrageous behavior.


r/RVLiving 17h ago

Wow

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r/RVLiving 13h ago

Trail Boss EV & Jayco

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2026 trail boss EV & 2027 Jayco happy as can be. Watcha think?


r/RVLiving 12h ago

question What's one RV purchase you thought was overpriced until you actually bought it?

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I've been making a spreadsheet of upgrades instead of impulse buying everything.

A lot of RV gear seems ridiculously expensive until someone who's actually used it says, "Nope, worth every dollar."

I'm more interested in things that improved day-to-day life than flashy gadgets.

What's one purchase you thought was overpriced but would immediately buy again?

And what purchase turned out to be a complete waste?


r/RVLiving 19h ago

Question about a part

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Hello campers! I bought a used camper and this mount is on the back of it, at first thought I was hoping it was a bracket that would some how hold a tv or a grill, or maybe even a device that could do both. But the way it’s mounted I’m not sure what it’s used for or even if it could be of use to me.


r/RVLiving 36m ago

advice GA summer storage for two months, vents open?

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I’ll be leaving my rig in all-day partial shade from trees, but the heat and humidity are still brutal. So it’ll be a trade off between the two. I can’t run the A/C all the time bc of power constraints (15a is all that’s available). I was going to just leave the events wide open (with Maxxair covers) to alleviate the heat, but then I’m letting all the humidity in. So is it better to close vents to keep moisture out and just let the heat rise? I’ve got a little dehumidifier and two buckets of Damprid. But vents open and they’ll be full in a few days and do no good. What would y’all do?


r/RVLiving 22h ago

Help choosing a livable RV

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My boyfriend and I are planning to hit the road and live in an RV full-time for about a year (maybe longer), and I’ve gone down the rabbit hole of looking at floor plans. There are so many options that I have no idea what would actually work best.

A few things we’re looking for:

Max budget is around $85k

38 feet max

It’ll be for the two of us, our Golden Retriever, and our cat.

I work from home full-time, so I really need a dedicated office space that can accommodate dual monitors.

We want enough storage that we won’t feel like we’re constantly living out of bins.

We’d rather have something that’s comfortable to actually live in.

I’ve been looking at some mid-bunk fifth wheels because they seem like they could make a good office, but I’m open to literally anything if you think it’s a better option.
If you’ve lived in an RV full-time, what do you have? What do you love about it? Anything you wish you’d known before buying? Any brands or floor plans you’d stay away from?

Bonus points if you share a pic of your RV office setup!

I’d love to hear what you’d recommend because I’m definitely getting decision fatigue at this point. Thanks!


r/RVLiving 9h ago

Need a replacement or some way to fix my (N)everchill fridge

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I need a decent placement for my Everchill fridge. Not looking to spend a lot though. Any suggestions? 10.7 cu ft.


r/RVLiving 11h ago

diy Upgraded old stove loud clicky-clanky spark to electric spark...

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This just popped in my head when starting my gas grill, that Magic Chef stove ignitor is so loud, clanky, and awkward to turn.

Quick Amazon search rewarded me this for around $10 next day delivery. Universal AA power sparker. I did have to modify the stove by drilling a bigger hole slightly above the hole where the knob was but cheap unibit made short work of it. They use the unibit to scratch the paint off the inside for it to make good contact.

Took about 10 minutes all and all

Tools used was 1/4 impact driver (because that's what i had), unibit from Amazon or Harbor Freight, and pliers to squeeze the round connector into a flat connector


r/RVLiving 12h ago

video Installed new rv water pump

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New pump. At first it wasn't constantly running besides the short water bursts but now it's constantly running and doing short water bursts. I don't know what i dragged myself into but this is my first time doing this 😭💀 theres 2 hoes just free hanging thats not connected to anything i don't know if its that either. Please help.


r/RVLiving 15h ago

question Propane regulators

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Hello. Does anyone know if the 20lb tanks are regulated enough for a flat top griddle? I want to use my LP quick connects instead of taking 1lb bottles of propane.


r/RVLiving 15h ago

advice Awening motor hit tree branch. Bent the "motor axle"?

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Husband (me) didn't see the branch. Looks like it bent the motor "axle" where it enters the awening spool.

My thought is to take off the motor and bend it back, probably with a little heat from a torch.

I know that I must be the only idiot that has ever done this, but in the off-chance that anyone has also slept on a couch, for a week, and having the dog be the only one who looks at you with the, "I feel you" eyes, after they just tore the sofa apart because they were not fed on time, and still have the ability to sleep with Mom, perhaps you can lead me in the right direction.

Divorce lawers need not respond.


r/RVLiving 17h ago

Fresh Water System

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My Coachmen 2025 Northern Spirit 2565FK’s Fogatti tankless water heater has no bypass valve. Bleach and copper does not mix. Any ideas for cleaning my system? Reading the manual states to run bleach at designated levels. Anyone run into a situation like this? (Apologies to the English teachers for ending the sentence with a preposition.)


r/RVLiving 17h ago

Does anyone know of a group camp for RVs anywhere in the finger Lakes region of New York state?

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Hi all you happy campers out there! I have a group of friends with campers and some tents that want to book a group site! we found one in the Poconos at Peaceful Woodlands and we loved the camper circle! so much fun to have everyone on the same site! If you know of a place you can suggest, please let me know! our only Must-have is electricity! Thanks! Happy camping!


r/RVLiving 17h ago

Front cap seal on a 2017 keystone sprinter. Should there be big gaps in the sealant like this?

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