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Airstream motorhome in bright sunshine.

Get the Lowdown on Window Shades and Tweak Awning Tension

RV advice from May's Mark My Words monthly post

Hi Mark My Words readers! This month, we have a bunch of quick and easy fixes for common RV problems including window shades, awnings and driving on gravel roads. Check them out, and keep those questions coming to [email protected]. Mark, I have a Class A motorhome with large day/night window shades in the living room
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RV travel trailers packed tight in an outdoor storage lot.

Get a Grip on Storage Slide-out Dilemmas and Ban Harsh Odors

RV advice from March's Mark My Words monthly post

Hi Mark My Words readers! This month, we’ll talk about RV storage, slow drains, toilet odors and boondocking. Remember to send your RVing questions to [email protected]! Hi Mark, I recently purchased a Winnebago Ultimate Advantage diesel motorhome and have found that the shower drain runs very slowly. Can you recommend a drain cleaner that will
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Mark My Words — November: Cold-weather Plumbing Concerns, Plastic Smells and More

Hi, All!  This month, we’ll talk about LEDs, 5th wheel hitches and fresh water tips. Have a great fall, and remember to submit your questions to [email protected]. Hi Mark: I hooked up the trailer’s water hose in the campground and could not get rid of a strong plastic smell and taste. It was definitely coming
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Back of several motorhomes parked in lot, on sunny day

Mark My Words – September: More Advice on Slides, Pesky Mice and General RV Maintenance

Hi folks! More about slides and mice this month, and some general maintenance answers. Remember to send your RVing questions to [email protected]. Hi Mark We have a 2012 Forest River Georgetown 38′ motorhome. When it’s parked and the slides are out, the bedroom slide will sometimes creep in a couple of inches and when the
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