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Reg replies to readers’ questions

RV technician Reg DeYoung, who works at Runners RV in Cranbrook, B.C., answers your RV questions.

Published April 2013
A picture of a pickup truck pulling a long white RV trailer on a highway.

Understanding RV and tow vehicle weights

RV technician Reg DeYoung talks about the importance of knowing the actual weight your tow vehicle can pull—including your RV, passengers and other equipment. 

Published March 2013
Truck and fifth wheel trailer

A checklist for spring RV maintenance

Make sure your unit is in tip-top shape before you head out camping this season.

Published February 2013

RV water heaters 101

There are a limited number of RV water heaters on the market, but some innovative models are becoming more common.

Published June 2012

Radiant heat provides a comfortable RV option

Radiant heaters are comfortable but controversial.

Published May 2012

Spring prep tips for your RV

It's nearly time to take the RV out of storage. Here's a checklist to make sure your unit is ready for the upcoming season.

Published March 2012
A typical aluminium-sided RV in the process of having new siding panels installed.

Types of RV sidewall construction

As a seasoned RV owner or a potential RV buyer, you may have an interest in the difference between an aluminium sided or “soft wall” RV and a laminated or “hard wall” unit. You may have seen these descriptions used in a RV brochure or mentioned by a salesperson in a sales pitch at an RV show or dealers lot.

Published February 2012

Water wisdom for your RV

A water system is a modern convenience in your RV and familiarity with all the parts and inner workings can help identify any issues that crop up.

Published July 2011

RV axle flips 101

For those RV enthusiasts that like to take their RV into the backcountry and have a lift kit on the tow vehicle or other clearance concerns—an axle flip will be beneficial.

Published September 2010

RV Power Inverters

Find out how your RV’s power inverter converts 12-volt to 110-volt for RV use

Published April 2010

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Reg DeYoung is an RV expert and a regular columnist in RVwest. He is a journeyman RV technician with 15 years of experience in the RV industry. He works at Runners RV in Cranbrook, B.C.