Thank you for the tips. There are other RVers I follow on UA-cam but I think your vlogs are more informative and thorough regarding what I need to know. I also like the wide variety of places you go to.
We pruchased the Happy Camper, Eternabond tape, and plumbers grease. Thank you very much for sharing this with us. We have been using 303 Gorilla tape, and microfiber for quite a while. All these products are AWESOME! We certainly put the Happy Camper to the test this past weekend in the 100 plus temperatures. There was no odor in the RV or when dumping the tanks - AMAZING! Thank you very much for your help.
Hey Ray, one more good use for the "Protect-all" is on the toilet bowl. After cleaning wipe a coating of the protect-all and it helps things slide right along if you know what I mean. It will last a month or so.
Yes another great video, Thanks Ray one more thing before I had my RV i used to boat for 15 years and the issue I had is to keep my battery connections clean and not corroding and beaning in water that was a challenge , I can't remember where I saw this, but what I did is I took Vaseline and baking soda, 50/50 per and mix the two together making a past and putting on all my electrical connection and wow it stopped all correction , very inexpensive way of solving a problem I like your plumbers grease idea.
Thanks! Makes sense since the baking soda would neutralize any battery acid and the vaseline would keep the salt air away from the metal connections. Cheers Ray
Great idea of the use of the Gorilla Tape...I accidentally ripped a few metal panels off the bottom of my 4-season trailer while maneuvering around in a rough ATV riding area here in Colorado. The panels were no longer in production, so I had to fabricate said items out of sheet metal. Though the repair went better than expected, it did leave some gaps where they meet the edges and end caps. I have been trying to figure out how to seal these things up without making it a permanent solution and your "tape" application looks exactly like that of which I have been seeking. Thanks!
Also....white tape can be cut length ways as it is expensive..when you need a smaller piece. Under carriage ...black 10 M plumbers tape is awesome. This is used to wrap gas pipes when burying..but it works well everywhere on rig.
Ray always enjoy your video's. I've used simple green before , not bad stuff. for the last 2 yrs been using Purple Power, works really well. I've used it on my truck engine 6.5 diesel and other stuff. I guess we all have favorites. Keep up the good video's.
Ray you're sure living the dream, love your no B.S. informative videos your recommendations always seem to be right on point - I aspire to go full time some day but for now I just take trips when I can but I enjoy the repairs and maintenance of my 1997 Winnebago adventurer always something to do it seems and I have gotten more than one idea from you - enjoy the Summer here in the Northwest and I look forward to your upcoming video's - cheers!
+Steve Anderson We sure are and loving every minute of it. Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated. Those Winnies are cool old rigs! nice that you're keeping it fixed up. Happy camping!
So that's what you look like Ray. Nice to meet you. I like good old Vaseline for a lot of my lubrication. Works great for lubing the slide of the outside stove on the pop up. If can attract dirt though.
Love your videos! Very helpful! I wanted to know your set up on your sewer hose line...as I think I got a glimpse real quick and looked like you had a DIY sewer hose line leveling?
Just found your channel as I was researching RV'n as I'm thinking about retiring and would like to start RV'n much like you do to warmer climates in the winter as I live in Alberta. I've probably watched about 20 of your videos and am thoroughly enjoying them! I'm just starting my research and would love to talk to you more about a couple of questions I have about tow vehicles and travel trailers vs fifth wheels, just message me if you have time. Thanks in advance. Jesse
Thank you so much for your videos, its full of tips and tricks that are helping me a lot. Also very interesting and very well made. I appreciate the tone of your voice. I bought the Plumber grease witch I did use on my toilet rubber seal that was leaking water and it did solve that problem ( new trailer with pre-dried gasket I guess) , got the Permatex dielectric grease; You mention using Fluid film,, Instead of ? or where? .I am putting it at the end of my 9V batery in my door sensor alarm (for the cat) that seem to always corrode and wreck that device,,,, If I understand well; when you are hooked up you do not use happy camper tank treatment but instead; cheap laundry detergent and fabric softener ? How much of each for a how big a tank ? I got the Happy camper treatment and can't wait to try as I dislike the smells too. Also I would love the link for that Microfiber cloth, I find some work more than other for interior cleaning and the one you show seem to do just that ! Sorry for asking so much but I find all this very interesting I listened to this video 3 times now :-)). Thanks so much . Rust protection is driving me nuts as I parked in Florida by the Ocean !
You're welcome Julie, Here are blog posts with links and more info - www.loveyourrv.com/my-10-favorite-rv-maintenance-products/ www.loveyourrv.com/favorite-rv-waste-holding-tank-treatments-love-rv/ The Permatex grease or Fluid Film is good for the battery wiring connections and the external light bulb sockets to keep them from oxidizing and causing problems. Cheers, Ray
Thanks :) I usually use a Protect All product, comes out like shaving cream, keeps the rubber quite supple - www.protectall.com/shop/slide-out-rubber-seal-treatment/ or the Aerospace 303 is a good bet as well Cheers! Ray
You're welcome, yes all are onboard the rig right now. Lately, I've been testing out a few of the 3 in One RV care sprays - amzn.to/2SVveYw They have been not bad, I like the flip up nozzle. Another product I really like is called LUBE-ALL you can find my review here - www.loveyourrv.com/six-more-handy-items-for-the-rv-love-your-rv-mini-reviews/
I usually use Protect All Slide Out Rubber Seal treatment or the 303 Aerospace stuff for outer seals, on the inside seal I add some baby powder so it doesn't stick. On the roof, I just use Dawn dishwashing detergent. If I have a real stubborn stain I use very small amount mineral spirits applied first to a rag. Then make sure to clean off any residue of it as it does have the potential to eat the rubber. - Here is a great detailed article on rubber roof care - www.rvdoctor.com/2004/11/rvs-rubber-roofing-and-you.html
Hello from the US..I am.just starting use of Eternabond. My first item was the forward vent. I removed the cover axposing the dicor. It was filthy black but probably still ok. I could not get it clean. So. I removed it. My issue is the hex head screws for the flange protrude quite a bit. I thought I might add new dicor first, then eternabond. But we had a storm coming so I chose to EB it. The screws cause a high point in the tape. I think swapping them for round heads would be wiser..but that darn storm..what would you have done Ray? Should I lance the EB on the heads and lay on another strip or patches? Or lance then dicor? You didnt mention your windex use with EB prep. I used denatured alcohol. Is your method more affective? Oh, did you dicor around the flange of that vent you replaced? Meaning the very inside edge we dont see? Thx Ray.
Here are some more of my Eternabond videos - www.loveyourrv.com/tag/eternabond/ I think what I would do is remove the hex head screws and replace with flat heads, then just lay another layer of tape over them. Around the vents, I did put a small bead of Dicor on the inside and outside edge of the Eternabond. Anything you can do to get the area to be taped really clean is good. I've used Windex, Isopropyl Alcohol, acetone, Eternabond cleaner, and mineral spirits. Mineral spirits works really well but needs to be used sparingly as it can cause the rubber roof to bubble and degrade if left on too long or left to pool. Cheers! Ray
Ray, would you expose the screws and replace them at this time and put down another strip or a piece for each? Loved your location at the passage. It a haul for me from NY. My wife and I are thinking of s trip more north east. As a painter I'd try Peggy's Cove, but taking time to get there.
@@paultaylor6167 Unless the screws start to push through the tape there isn't a need to replace them. A piece for each screw would work just fine but a new strip would look nicer. :)
@@LoveYourRV Good Morning Ray. In your opinion, without a visual, how poor can dicor be before it should be removed, vs EB applied with a good cleaning? I dont lnow how to show you my issue. Also. In your EB video you put the tape all along the long edges of your trailer. Did you remove, tape, and replace the white plastic channel cap? Im curious as to the bottom edge of your EB. Best..
Hey Ray. Thanks for the review. I have heard of some of those products but now I have a list to keep a lookout for. Noticed your trailer tires were not covered. Do you normally do that when you are in one spot for a while? Cheers
You're welcome. I don't worry about our trailer tires since we travel so much they get worn out tread wise well (usually every 2 years) before the sun could damage them, also trailer tires are relatively inexpensive. Now if I had a motorhome with large very expensive tires I'd be inclined to cover them.
We are at Thunderbird RV Park located right on an ocean spit, great spot. my wife loves boating so it is very convenient as she can keep her boat just 10 minutes away in Campbell Rivers harbor area. Here are a few Vancouver Island RV Park reviews I've published. I also like the Living Forest Campground in Nanaimo www.loveyourrv.com/review-thunderbird-rv-park-in-campbell-river-bc/ www.loveyourrv.com/rondalyn-rv-resort-review/ www.loveyourrv.com/review-of-the-oceanside-rv-resort-near-victoria-bc/ and a couple spots to visit - www.loveyourrv.com/rv-trip-victoria-bc-visiting-butchart-gardens/ www.loveyourrv.com/vancouver-island-rv-trip-victorias-inner-harbour/
No, I usually just clean them we with soap and water. If I feel like making them pretty I'll sometimes use that spray foam stuff. I don't worry about our trailer tires since we travel so much they get worn out tread wise well (usually every 2 years) before the sun could damage them or dry rot takes place.
No, it's a silicone based grease used to lubricate valves, o rings, and things. Safe for rubber and thick enough to stay where it's applied. - amzn.to/2GAlXAg Cheers, Ray
+ben shafer I have very little black trim since our truck is an older vintage, more chrome. For the little I have on the bumpers I use the 303 Aerospace protectant.
Here is a blog post and video I did about how I clean my Dometic awning - www.loveyourrv.com/rv-power-awning-super-easy-maintenance-how-to/ Cheers, Ray
Thank you for the tips. There are other RVers I follow on UA-cam but I think your vlogs are more informative and thorough regarding what I need to know. I also like the wide variety of places you go to.
Thanks Kris for the very flattering comment. I just try to share my experiences the best I can. Cheers Ray
We pruchased the Happy Camper, Eternabond tape, and plumbers grease. Thank you very much for sharing this with us. We have been using 303 Gorilla tape, and microfiber for quite a while.
All these products are AWESOME! We certainly put the Happy Camper to the test this past weekend in the 100 plus temperatures. There was no odor in the RV or when dumping the tanks - AMAZING! Thank you very much for your help.
You bet, glad to hear it. Cheers and Happy Camping. ;) Ray
Thank you for the info and getting to see you at last. I love the gentle way you present. It generates trust and empathy.
Every time I see your roof I feel like I need to go clean mine! Thanks for the tips!
Hey Ray, one more good use for the "Protect-all" is on the toilet bowl. After cleaning wipe a coating of the protect-all and it helps things slide right along if you know what I mean. It will last a month or so.
Cool. I'll have to give that try, thanks!
simple green is also great for fabric cleaning such as lounge suite fabric, or if you have fabric seats in the car etc.
Great tips! I just started living out of my camper full time and I love videos like this!
Beautiful camping spot!
Thanks for the list and tips! I'm new to this RV thing and this was very helpful as far as what to maintain and what to use.
Yes another great video, Thanks Ray one more thing before I had my RV i used to boat for 15 years and the issue I had is to keep my battery connections clean and not corroding and beaning in water that was a challenge , I can't remember where I saw this, but what I did is I took Vaseline and baking soda, 50/50 per and mix the two together making a past and putting on all my electrical connection and wow it stopped all correction , very inexpensive way of solving a problem I like your plumbers grease idea.
Thanks! Makes sense since the baking soda would neutralize any battery acid and the vaseline would keep the salt air away from the metal connections. Cheers Ray
Great idea of the use of the Gorilla Tape...I accidentally ripped a few metal panels off the bottom of my 4-season trailer while maneuvering around in a rough ATV riding area here in Colorado. The panels were no longer in production, so I had to fabricate said items out of sheet metal. Though the repair went better than expected, it did leave some gaps where they meet the edges and end caps. I have been trying to figure out how to seal these things up without making it a permanent solution and your "tape" application looks exactly like that of which I have been seeking.
Thanks!
You're welcome, James. Hope it does the trick. Cheers Ray
Also....white tape can be cut length ways as it is expensive..when you need a smaller piece. Under carriage ...black 10 M plumbers tape is awesome. This is used to wrap gas pipes when burying..but it works well everywhere on rig.
+Scott Wall Thanks for the tip. I'll have to check that tape out. Cheers Ray
Ray always enjoy your video's. I've used simple green before , not bad stuff. for the last 2 yrs been using Purple Power, works really well. I've used it on my truck engine 6.5 diesel and other stuff. I guess we all have favorites. Keep up the good video's.
+Greg Chamberlain Thanks for the product tip, will have to give that a try sometime.
Ray you're sure living the dream, love your no B.S. informative videos your recommendations always seem to be right on point - I aspire to go full time some day but for now I just take trips when I can but I enjoy the repairs and maintenance of my 1997 Winnebago adventurer always something to do it seems and I have gotten more than one idea from you - enjoy the Summer here in the Northwest and I look forward to your upcoming video's - cheers!
+Steve Anderson We sure are and loving every minute of it. Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated.
Those Winnies are cool old rigs! nice that you're keeping it fixed up. Happy camping!
Very helpful video on important necessary products! Thank you!
Thanks for the update guess I will start using it again.
So that's what you look like Ray. Nice to meet you. I like good old Vaseline for a lot of my lubrication. Works great for lubing the slide of the outside stove on the pop up. If can attract dirt though.
Yup, that's me. :) Thanks for the Vaseline tip.
Just made a shopping list, thanks!
great tips Ray, thanks.
Love your videos! Very helpful! I wanted to know your set up on your sewer hose line...as I think I got a glimpse real quick and looked like you had a DIY sewer hose line leveling?
Thanks! It's called a Flow Down part of my WasteMaster Sewer Hose System - www.loveyourrv.com/reviewing-the-waste-master-rv-sewer-management-system/
another great video!! swear by "awesome " cleaner, found at dollar store. going full time in October. hope to see you out there.
+Woody Kastel Oh ya, I keep forgetting about that stuff, several other RVers have recommended it. Got to try it, thanks Ray
Thanks for the tip's Ray . I always look forward to seeing what products are being used to keep the RV's going . Bottom's up ; : ) Paul ....
You bet. Happy to share what I use. Thanks for watching. :)
Great video Ray! Thank you.
+William Pierce You're most welcome. Cheers! Ray
Thanks so much, these are now on our shopping list!! Love your videos.
Thanks!
Just found your channel as I was researching RV'n as I'm thinking about retiring and would like to start RV'n much like you do to warmer climates in the winter as I live in Alberta. I've probably watched about 20 of your videos and am thoroughly enjoying them! I'm just starting my research and would love to talk to you more about a couple of questions I have about tow vehicles and travel trailers vs fifth wheels, just message me if you have time. Thanks in advance.
Jesse
Thanks for watching, what would you like to know, Cheers! Ray
you forgot the Indoor/ Outdoor Bottle opener cleaner ??? nice video Ray :-)
Definitely a major oversight! :)
Thank you so much for your videos, its full of tips and tricks that are helping me a lot. Also very interesting and very well made. I appreciate the tone of your voice. I bought the Plumber grease witch I did use on my toilet rubber seal that was leaking water and it did solve that problem ( new trailer with pre-dried gasket I guess) , got the Permatex dielectric grease; You mention using Fluid film,, Instead of ? or where? .I am putting it at the end of my 9V batery in my door sensor alarm (for the cat) that seem to always corrode and wreck that device,,,,
If I understand well; when you are hooked up you do not use happy camper tank treatment but instead; cheap laundry detergent and fabric softener ? How much of each for a how big a tank ? I got the Happy camper treatment and can't wait to try as I dislike the smells too.
Also I would love the link for that Microfiber cloth, I find some work more than other for interior cleaning and the one you show seem to do just that ! Sorry for asking so much but I find all this very interesting I listened to this video 3 times now :-)). Thanks so much . Rust protection is driving me nuts as I parked in Florida by the Ocean !
You're welcome Julie, Here are blog posts with links and more info - www.loveyourrv.com/my-10-favorite-rv-maintenance-products/ www.loveyourrv.com/favorite-rv-waste-holding-tank-treatments-love-rv/
The Permatex grease or Fluid Film is good for the battery wiring connections and the external light bulb sockets to keep them from oxidizing and causing problems. Cheers, Ray
You messed up Ray, we didn't get to see Angie. Other wise a great video as always. Have a great day.
haha, I thought someone might notice. My supervisor is on vacation visiting my sister and her furry 2 dog and 2 cat pack. :)
great stuff ray I like it
Great tips, thanks!
Ray, great video. What do you use to treat/condition the rubber seals on your slides, or did I miss that?
Thanks :) I usually use a Protect All product, comes out like shaving cream, keeps the rubber quite supple - www.protectall.com/shop/slide-out-rubber-seal-treatment/ or the Aerospace 303 is a good bet as well Cheers! Ray
Thanks for all the great information. Do you still use all these products 3 years later or do you have some new ones?
You're welcome, yes all are onboard the rig right now. Lately, I've been testing out a few of the 3 in One RV care sprays - amzn.to/2SVveYw They have been not bad, I like the flip up nozzle. Another product I really like is called LUBE-ALL you can find my review here - www.loveyourrv.com/six-more-handy-items-for-the-rv-love-your-rv-mini-reviews/
Oh great Ray, now I get to spend more money, hehehe! Thanks for all the awesome tips!
haha, sorry about that. :)
Good video. What product do you use on the rubber gaskets for the slide out? Roof cleaner?
I usually use Protect All Slide Out Rubber Seal treatment or the 303 Aerospace stuff for outer seals, on the inside seal I add some baby powder so it doesn't stick. On the roof, I just use Dawn dishwashing detergent. If I have a real stubborn stain I use very small amount mineral spirits applied first to a rag. Then make sure to clean off any residue of it as it does have the potential to eat the rubber. - Here is a great detailed article on rubber roof care - www.rvdoctor.com/2004/11/rvs-rubber-roofing-and-you.html
Thanks, Ray. A lot of great info; as always.
Hello from the US..I am.just starting use of Eternabond. My first item was the forward vent. I removed the cover axposing the dicor. It was filthy black but probably still ok. I could not get it clean. So. I removed it. My issue is the hex head screws for the flange protrude quite a bit. I thought I might add new dicor first, then eternabond. But we had a storm coming so I chose to EB it. The screws cause a high point in the tape. I think swapping them for round heads would be wiser..but that darn storm..what would you have done Ray? Should I lance the EB on the heads and lay on another strip or patches? Or lance then dicor? You didnt mention your windex use with EB prep. I used denatured alcohol. Is your method more affective? Oh, did you dicor around the flange of that vent you replaced? Meaning the very inside edge we dont see? Thx Ray.
Here are some more of my Eternabond videos - www.loveyourrv.com/tag/eternabond/ I think what I would do is remove the hex head screws and replace with flat heads, then just lay another layer of tape over them.
Around the vents, I did put a small bead of Dicor on the inside and outside edge of the Eternabond.
Anything you can do to get the area to be taped really clean is good. I've used Windex, Isopropyl Alcohol, acetone, Eternabond cleaner, and mineral spirits. Mineral spirits works really well but needs to be used sparingly as it can cause the rubber roof to bubble and degrade if left on too long or left to pool. Cheers! Ray
Ray, would you expose the screws and replace them at this time and put down another strip or a piece for each? Loved your location at the passage. It a haul for me from NY. My wife and I are thinking of s trip more north east. As a painter I'd try Peggy's Cove, but taking time to get there.
@@paultaylor6167 Unless the screws start to push through the tape there isn't a need to replace them. A piece for each screw would work just fine but a new strip would look nicer. :)
I think a small piece over each is ok. Visually they are hidden by the weather cover.
@@LoveYourRV Good Morning Ray. In your opinion, without a visual, how poor can dicor be before it should be removed, vs EB applied with a good cleaning? I dont lnow how to show you my issue. Also. In your EB video you put the tape all along the long edges of your trailer. Did you remove, tape, and replace the white plastic channel cap? Im curious as to the bottom edge of your EB. Best..
Hey Ray. Thanks for the review. I have heard of some of those products but now I have a list to keep a lookout for. Noticed your trailer tires were not covered. Do you normally do that when you are in one spot for a while? Cheers
You're welcome. I don't worry about our trailer tires since we travel so much they get worn out tread wise well (usually every 2 years) before the sun could damage them, also trailer tires are relatively inexpensive. Now if I had a motorhome with large very expensive tires I'd be inclined to cover them.
speaking of tires, I treat all my tires with pledge and also use it on inside of car and truck, dont attract heat like alot of other protecters.
also i just spray on tires and don't wipe it off.
thunderbird97 Interesting.
Thanks Ray for the product tips. Where are you in Campbell River? My wife and I want to tour and spend some time on Vancouver Island. Any suggestions.
We are at Thunderbird RV Park located right on an ocean spit, great spot. my wife loves boating so it is very convenient as she can keep her boat just 10 minutes away in Campbell Rivers harbor area.
Here are a few Vancouver Island RV Park reviews I've published. I also like the Living Forest Campground in Nanaimo
www.loveyourrv.com/review-thunderbird-rv-park-in-campbell-river-bc/
www.loveyourrv.com/rondalyn-rv-resort-review/
www.loveyourrv.com/review-of-the-oceanside-rv-resort-near-victoria-bc/
and a couple spots to visit - www.loveyourrv.com/rv-trip-victoria-bc-visiting-butchart-gardens/ www.loveyourrv.com/vancouver-island-rv-trip-victorias-inner-harbour/
Thanks for the info. Do you put anything on your tires to help keep them from dry rot & sun damage.
Thanks
No, I usually just clean them we with soap and water. If I feel like making them pretty I'll sometimes use that spray foam stuff.
I don't worry about our trailer tires since we travel so much they get worn out tread wise well (usually every 2 years) before the sun could damage them or dry rot takes place.
Is your plumber's grease the same thing as "pipe dope" (not the smoking variety) that is used on water pipe threads to help seal connections?
No, it's a silicone based grease used to lubricate valves, o rings, and things. Safe for rubber and thick enough to stay where it's applied. - amzn.to/2GAlXAg Cheers, Ray
Thanks Ray.
great tips
Hey Ray, have you ever tried Boeshield T-9 protectant/ lubricant? Have seen other RVers use it with seemingly good results.
Later...Terry
No, I've never heard of it before. Looks good. Will have to give it a try. Thanks! Ray
Black trim and molding can you tell me what to use for that did I miss it
+ben shafer I have very little black trim since our truck is an older vintage, more chrome. For the little I have on the bumpers I use the 303 Aerospace protectant.
I have a skylight in the bathroom it's a double unit the roof cover and inside trim it has condensation in it .
have you had this problem?
No, never had that problem, maybe you have a roof leak. I'd unscrew the inner cover and have a look.
How do you clean your awning ?
Here is a blog post and video I did about how I clean my Dometic awning - www.loveyourrv.com/rv-power-awning-super-easy-maintenance-how-to/ Cheers, Ray
nice shoes
No links?
Links are in the blog post this video is from - www.loveyourrv.com/my-10-favorite-rv-maintenance-products/ Cheers, Ray