Jeff explains to us why having a weight distribution hitch is one thing; but if it’s not set up properly, it’ll do you no good. Jeff shows Michelle how to properly set up the hitch to get maximum benefit.
‘When on Shore Power Should Battery Remain On?’ on Straight Talk with Jeff Johnston
‘Should I deflate my RV tires in hot weather’ on Straight Talk with Jeff Johnston
‘Do I Need an RV Cover – I live in an area with a lot of wind and sun’ on Straight Talk with Jeff Johnston
This week, Eileen writes, “My RV’s converter does a really slow job of charging my 12-volt battery. If I hook up a car battery charger, do I need to disconnect the RV charge line
from the converter to avoid damaging the system?”
“I have a friend who says he always puts some fresh water in his black tank after he dumps it. He says this helps him dump the tank the next time. Is this true, or a myth of some kind?”
“Is it OK to change ST tires on my trailer to heavier weight LT tires?”
“Is it hard to change out an RV tub and replace it with a shower stand? What are the standard sizes of a shower? – Bill”
“We plan to rent a motorhome and we have three kids, two of child safety seat age. We’re wondering about the rules for using child seats in an RV, is there anything else we need to know that’s different than driving in our car? – Danielle”
We’ve read some about using a smart battery charger to help the battery last longer so we’re wondering if that’s true, and for that matter, what is a smart charger? Wouldn’t our RV already have one? – Dawane Jones.”