The Wandering Steeles
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RV water heater basics
This video covers the basic operation of the most common types of RV water heaters. It covers how to use them and how they work. It is intended to help those new to the RV experience understand their particular water heater. It can also help those trying to decide which style of water heater is best for them.
I cover both the propane and the propane/electric tank style,
I cover the tankless style and
the motoraid motor home water heater.
0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Propane RV water heaters and how to use them
7:19 - Propane/electric RV water heater and how to use them
11:01 - Tankless RV water heaters and how to use them
13:21 - Motoraid RV water heaters and how they work
Why there is a photo instead of an actual tankless water heater in this video.
I made every effort to get access to a tankless water heater for this video. I advertised on a number of FB groups, I advertised in my local RV park as well as the local RV dealer ( RV Country in Laughlin, Nv. ) No one was willing to give me access to their tankless water heater.
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Відео

A beginner’s guide to adding a residential USB outlet in an RV wall. ( Updated )
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This video is a complete step by step guide for almost anyone to replace a RV wall outlet ( receptacle ) with a residential USB outlet ( receptacle ) in a wall that is too shallow for a standard residential junction box. NO ELECTRICAL KNOWLEDGE NEEDED!! This video uses my 2018 Momentum by Grand Design. All of the exterior walls in this RV are only 1 3/4” deep. Standard outlet boxes are 2 3/4” d...
The Surprising Uses of Plumber's Grease
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Are you tired of dealing with sticky window seals and sticking roof vents? You might be surprised to learn that plumber's grease can be the solution to your problems! This versatile tool is often overlooked, but it has a multitude of uses beyond just lubricating pipes. From keeping door seals fresh to protecting your roof vent from sticking, plumber's grease is the answer. In this video, we'll ...
The RV Fridge Door Seal Hack You NEED To Know
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This a way to preserve the door seals on a RV fridge. It also helps it seal better... Plumber's grease amzn.to/3CFKTHW All links are Amazon associate links. While I do make a small commission on your purchase you pay nothing extra.
A beginners guide to replacing the pressure relief valve in a Suburban RV water heater. .
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Like household water heaters, RV water heaters have pressure relief valves. This video is for those not comfortable with replacing it. This is also the perfect time to Replace the anode rod & flush your water heater. This video is an upgrade to the previous version. #rvupgrades #diy #waterheaterrepair Check out my video on replacing the anode rod. ua-cam.com/video/o51yliA46tQ/v-deo.html Pressur...
Frame flex from personal experience.
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What is it like to be the one who has to deal with frame flex? Follow along with an actual owner of a fifth wheel that has frame flex. Follow him as he figures out if he has frame flex. See what he and the manufacturer did to fix the trailer. This video was produced by an actual owner of a 2021 Momentum toy hauler made by Grand Design on a Lippert frame with frame flex. The video was produced f...
A beginner’s guide to adding a residential wall outlet/receptacle in a RV.
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Some walls in an RV are only 1 3/4” deep so you need an outlet box that will fit. This video is a step by step beginner’s guide showing absolutely everything you need to know to replace a RV wall outlet in an exterior wall with a residential wall outlet!! I show you how to install the outlet box in the wall & how to wire the new outlet. This video is so complete almost anybody can do this upgra...
Improving a toy hauler switch panel
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The garage in most toy haulers has a group of switches to control things like inside & outside lights along with awnings & the Happi Jac bed. The switches are next to impossible to see at night. Often times even the overhead lights are controlled by a tiny switch that is hard to find in the dark. This video addresses those issues. I show how to relocate the overhead light switch and add “instru...
How to manually operate a hydraulic leveling system #rv
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How to manually operate a hydraulic leveling system #rv
How to operate one RV hydraulic slide out using the lock out valves.
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How to operate one RV hydraulic slide out using the lock out valves.
The secret to clearing the MAINTENANCE REQUIRED message on a G1 Can-Am Commander
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The secret to clearing the MAINTENANCE REQUIRED message on a G1 Can-Am Commander
How to fix awning arms that hang up, stick or drag.
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How to fix awning arms that hang up, stick or drag.
Replacing the fabric on a Carefree of Colorado Longitude RV awning.
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Replacing the fabric on a Carefree of Colorado Longitude RV awning.
Replacing the pre-filter in a Can-Am Commander
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Replacing the pre-filter in a Can-Am Commander
Carfree of Colorado awning light relocation.
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Carfree of Colorado awning light relocation.
RV battery disconnect switch upgrade
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RV battery disconnect switch upgrade
Setting the current viewing area on YTTV
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Setting the current viewing area on YTTV
Dimeani auxiliary UTV gas can installation & review.
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Dimeani auxiliary UTV gas can installation & review.
A complete guide to applying large vinyl lettering to a truck. ( Wet, hinged method )
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A complete guide to applying large vinyl lettering to a truck. ( Wet, hinged method )
Amazing decal removal hack!!
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Amazing decal removal hack!!
RV fridge fin fan installation & review.
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RV fridge fin fan installation & review.
What can you actually do with 340 watts of solar?
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What can you actually do with 340 watts of solar?
How to install, setup & use a battery monitor ( QWORK )
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How to install, setup & use a battery monitor ( QWORK )
RV valance removal, replacement & repair
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RV valance removal, replacement & repair
Upgrade to my very, very basic solar setup.
Переглядів 467 місяців тому
Upgrade to my very, very basic solar setup.
RV toy hauler loft light switch relocation.
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RV toy hauler loft light switch relocation.
NorCold door latch upgrade
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NorCold door latch upgrade
BAITEYOU Stainless Steel band for Apple Watch
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BAITEYOU Stainless Steel band for Apple Watch
Preparing our toy hauler garage for travel ( Timelapse)
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Preparing our toy hauler garage for travel ( Timelapse)
Phifer Suntex installation ( in an RV window )
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Phifer Suntex installation ( in an RV window )

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  • @EpikDuck0
    @EpikDuck0 День тому

    Wow. Good explanation on how to use it. Thank you!

  • @wolves586
    @wolves586 10 днів тому

    Very helpful, and to the point.

  • @keevs5adventures
    @keevs5adventures 12 днів тому

    Another one? Sheesh. Go watch our 18 month ordeal! 😢

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 11 днів тому

      I’m sorry about your problems. I hope things have been resolved. I believe more information on this that’s available the better.

  • @SebastianShaw1986
    @SebastianShaw1986 12 днів тому

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  • @liferider13
    @liferider13 19 днів тому

    Great video, unfortunately my Lippert exit window uses a different bottom flange, which has no place for the crank wheels to insert into. But great idea.

  • @TheArleyC
    @TheArleyC 21 день тому

    or.,.,... you can do something like this. (6-Outlet Smart Surge Protector with 4 USB Ports, White, Powered by Hubspace , at Home Depot)

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 21 день тому

      Yes you can. I’m not a fan of adapters. All those types of adapters I’ve seen want you to attach them to the outlet with a center screw. 6 way adapters just increase the risk of overloading the outlet. If you prefer that approach more power to you.

  • @abrahamrico8984
    @abrahamrico8984 23 дні тому

    Sweet

  • @Keldakota
    @Keldakota 23 дні тому

    Is there any way I can send you a private comment/compliment? Not thinking it’s right to put on this video

  • @sickmansgas483
    @sickmansgas483 25 днів тому

    How’d you wire the fuel pump and shutoff solenoid?

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 24 дні тому

      I installed a switch in the cab and wired them in parallel through the switch to a connector under my dash that only has power when the ignition is on. I routed the wires under the truck along the frame to the cab.

  • @cal920c
    @cal920c 27 днів тому

    It’s great and waterproof too! My dad’s a plumber and he’s been using it to waterproof stuff for years.

  • @farmhard1
    @farmhard1 27 днів тому

    you look like a gay Terry Crews

  • @austinagar1778
    @austinagar1778 Місяць тому

    What caused this to happen? Just purchased my 1st 5th wheel and I'm very nervous.

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles Місяць тому

      It’s a manufacturing problem. It’s a small percentage of frames and LCI has redesigned the frames to reduce the occurrence of these problems. If your trailer is a new model you are probably fine.

    • @DIYjesus
      @DIYjesus Місяць тому

      What year is it, the one in the video is a 2021

  • @BruceSteele-t2p
    @BruceSteele-t2p Місяць тому

    I had no idea this kind of thing was happening.

  • @DIYjesus
    @DIYjesus Місяць тому

    Amazing video! Thanks.

  • @TinaSteele-zz7mo
    @TinaSteele-zz7mo Місяць тому

    Thanks

  • @deen2000
    @deen2000 Місяць тому

    Thank you sir 🫡

  • @Cotafaye
    @Cotafaye Місяць тому

    Enjoyed your video. My problem is when I'm hooked into shore power and boondocking. The 1st problem i had was I had to leave my boondocking spot because my generator was complete dead. Also, about 3am a couple of nights I had to turn the engine on in my motorhome in order to get the furnace to kick on. Now, I'm using 30amp shorepower and the breaker box keeps tripping, even with 1 plug being used and is tripping the furnance.. The only reason I have some power is I have a bluetti, but half the day I have to keep resetting the breaker and shuts off anywhere from 30secs to 5min. After watching your.video, it sounds like I may have a bad inverter. Also, like I mentioned earlier is the genny went dead and when I hold the button to start it, you can see the lights dim. Usually the gen would start when I turn on the engine, but not now.

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles Місяць тому

      My first question did you really mean “inverter”? A inverter converts 12 volt battery power into 120 AC power. If you mean “converter” that is a good candidate. The converter uses 120v shore power or generator to charge your batteries. The converter can, when bad, draw enough current to trip your 30 amp breaker. Your furnace uses 12 ( battery) to run the fan and control board. So if the converter is not charging the battery then 12 devices will not be able to operate correctly. Good luck.

  • @ryanreagan4344
    @ryanreagan4344 Місяць тому

    Really should use the proper Rock salt

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles Місяць тому

      Not according to the people that make the On-The-Go portable softener. For full size household softeners yes but not the On-The-Go portable.

    • @ryanreagan4344
      @ryanreagan4344 Місяць тому

      @TheWanderingSteeles according to them you should use 4in1 clean and protect or pure and natural or 5in1 clean and protect. All of wich are either crystal or pellet. This is only the Morton salt. Other brands are available

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles Місяць тому

      I don’t know where you’re getting your information but the instructions on the On-The-Go website specifically says to use table salt. 26 ox boxes of either iodized or non-iodized. I just double checked to confirm. There are no instructions, I can find, referring to rock salt. Being able to use table salt is actually one of their selling points.

    • @ryanreagan4344
      @ryanreagan4344 Місяць тому

      @@TheWanderingSteeles my information came from on the go portable softener

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles Місяць тому

      From the instructions on the On The Go website. : Step 5: Add the correct amount of table salt into the top for your softener. - One full 26 oz. box of iodized/non-iodized salt for the Standard model. - Two full 26 oz. boxes of iodized/non-iodized salt for the Double Standard Model. - Four full 26 oz. boxes of iodized/non-iodized salt for the Park Model Softener.

  • @johnnyg8391
    @johnnyg8391 Місяць тому

    Thank you very much.

  • @janislee5206
    @janislee5206 Місяць тому

    I've never heard of this screen. Can you see out?

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles Місяць тому

      Yes, can see out just fine. Ot works just like the reflective film in some RV windows. During the day you can see out and at night, if there are lights on, you can see in.

  • @kellyhanlon2651
    @kellyhanlon2651 Місяць тому

    If I tightend bleed screw cause of leak what should I do to go about adding coolant do I need to have it up in ramps or will that cylinder not have fluid

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles Місяць тому

      It may be ok. I noticed because of how high I was able to get the radiator that I didn’t get much fluid from the bleed screws. If it doesn’t overheat I would not worry about it.

    • @kellyhanlon2651
      @kellyhanlon2651 Місяць тому

      @@TheWanderingSteeles okay just wondering as I noticed small amount of coolant along bleed screw as it was fairly loose, snugged it it maybe lost 100ml of fluid if that but didn’t know if I was good to go just topping it up or if you had to refil the bleeding system as I accidentally bled the screw

  • @PalmaMark
    @PalmaMark Місяць тому

    Thanks, very helpful!

  • @JenneilGuillen
    @JenneilGuillen 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for your help!!

  • @TheFeltmeister
    @TheFeltmeister 2 місяці тому

    Im gonna guess and say you smoke, Marlbaro reds

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 2 місяці тому

      You would be wrong. I don’t smoke but I did have throat cancer and the radiation damaged my vocal cords.

  • @samheninger505
    @samheninger505 2 місяці тому

    Or you could park the ramp at the low end of small hill or curb with a side walk bottom of a gutter somthing .

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 2 місяці тому

      I’m sure that works but since that’s not always an option my extended ramp is always available.

  • @ecobluefarms223
    @ecobluefarms223 2 місяці тому

    That was an awesome demo Thank you

  • @TinaSteele-zz7mo
    @TinaSteele-zz7mo 2 місяці тому

    Great video, lots of very useful information, thanks

  • @twisterbret
    @twisterbret 2 місяці тому

    The switch you replaced still had power through it and that's why you're still seeing the display. I bought the switch you installed and planned on putting it on the battery box to kill all power to the trailer. The display should also then shut off.

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 2 місяці тому

      That is true. What matters is which “side” the switch is connected to battery. The meter is connected to the “output” side of the switch so when off the meter is no longer connected to the battery.

  • @bigbrothertrucker
    @bigbrothertrucker 2 місяці тому

    professional installation optional with voice box instructions

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 2 місяці тому

      Mine were definitely professionally installed at the factory

  • @ericsamayoa6602
    @ericsamayoa6602 2 місяці тому

    Thanks!

  • @scottpatterson5970
    @scottpatterson5970 2 місяці тому

    Great idea well worth the effort to load safely especially as we age 👍

  • @mariannestone9757
    @mariannestone9757 2 місяці тому

    It would have been very helpful to show how to remove the cover too, just to help folks not familiar

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 2 місяці тому

      Yea, I kinda did but I guess I could have shown a little more detail. Thanks.

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 2 місяці тому

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  • @Twerkulies
    @Twerkulies 2 місяці тому

    Dude sounds like he's smoked 5 packs a day for 60 years.

  • @abbyjeydee
    @abbyjeydee 2 місяці тому

    love this video!! keep it up!!

  • @TinaSteele-zz7mo
    @TinaSteele-zz7mo 2 місяці тому

    Very helpful, thank you.

  • @pudman33
    @pudman33 2 місяці тому

    Perfect. Well explained. I need to replace the drain in my kitchen seink fir my RV. As mentioned, the top lip that sits in the sink is plastic and somehow it broke snd now my drain is floating around. I'll use this video as a guide when I go to replace the drain this week.

  • @jim6442
    @jim6442 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video. Well done with no extra bs. I'm ordering a new valve to replace a leaky one right now.

  • @HockeyFan1972
    @HockeyFan1972 3 місяці тому

    Great video, thank you. Also, Brother, you shake as bad as me! If you can do it, I can too!

  • @johnmerlo5005
    @johnmerlo5005 3 місяці тому

    Holy cow ?

  • @JakeMacSherry
    @JakeMacSherry 3 місяці тому

    Finally a straight forward video on how to hook this up. Thank you sir!!!

  • @roncerenzia4116
    @roncerenzia4116 3 місяці тому

    Schwintech is garbage so quit putting them in slides or do hat is needed to make them more dependable. If this was in a car there would be a total recall and they would be forced to fix.

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 3 місяці тому

      There are better systems out there but Schwintech is OK as long as you do your maintenance. Mine has done well, 7 years full time.

  • @tarabrechtlandau1867
    @tarabrechtlandau1867 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for your instruction on how to operate these older HappyJax.

  • @billward473
    @billward473 4 місяці тому

    Enjoyed your video and I solved my 110v electrical issue thanks to your video. God bless

  • @bruceelphinstone928
    @bruceelphinstone928 4 місяці тому

    Hi my name is Bruce Elphinstone and I live in Australia and enjoyed watching you video on the fridge conversion. I have tried the link to RC Refrigeration but keep getting locked out of there web site so wondering if you are able to supply me with there phone number and email address as I would love to purchase one of there upgrade kits for my Dometic absorbtion fridge in my caravan. Any help you can give me will be greatly appreciated.😊

  • @kathykahl1454
    @kathykahl1454 4 місяці тому

    Thank for clear, concise instructions. I have cleaned the vents but not checked them for gaps.

  • @JohnnyChapman-y1e
    @JohnnyChapman-y1e 4 місяці тому

    Very informative I'm pretty sure I solved the problem.

  • @edyoung6573
    @edyoung6573 4 місяці тому

    Great video, just ordered mine today for my Dometic RM 3663, just got a notification it was mailed out! RVing and fixing stuff in my Rv's for 25 years, I feel i'm qualified to install this ;-)

  • @edward2209
    @edward2209 4 місяці тому

    Thank you and thanks for the video!

  • @edward2209
    @edward2209 4 місяці тому

    What you didn't mention which would have been nice is what to do about the gas line. Some of us are not professionals so we're not sure what the protocol is. You simply cap it with some kind of a plug or is there another way to secure that so that you can use your other gas appliances?

    • @TheWanderingSteeles
      @TheWanderingSteeles 4 місяці тому

      Yes, cap it. I found the cap at the local hardware store. I removed my fridge to replace the cooling unit, the new cooling unit came with a way to cap the gas line but I bought a different cap so I could cap the “T” instead of the short gas line. You can take that short gas line to the hardware store to be sure you have the correct fitting for the “T” or the gas line depending on which way you choose to go.

  • @simplirv3585
    @simplirv3585 4 місяці тому

    Excellent video with detailed information! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. 😊 [July 25, 2024]