Duane the RV Inspector

I'm Duane the RV Inspector.

I have a passion for RVs and RV living, and I want to help answer all of your RVing questions!

[Duane the RV Inspector @TheRVinspector]

There are a lot of RVs that clearly have not been washed and waxed regularly like they should. And every year that goes by without the proper care, it just gets worse.

So is there a quick, simple and easy way to wash and wax an RV so that it doesn't become expensive or a major chore to do? Yes, there is and this video explains how it works - https://t.co/G6iLrYoxpW
#rvtips #rvhacks

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With so much negativity online about buying and owning RVs, it may seem that RVing is nothing but a frustrating experience.

But in this video I cover a 5 step formula for making sure that your purchase and ownership of an RV is a happy and satisfying experience instead - https://t.co/RWfZ5wiPYH
#rvlife #rvliving

[Duane the RV Inspector @TheRVinspector]

“Oh yeah, your family SUV will pull this 40-foot 5th wheel no problem!”

😂

We’ve all heard some wild sales pitches on the lot.

Sales guys want to sell trailers, but physics always wins out on the highway.

Don't let shiny fiberglass blind you to towing limits, payload ratings, or hidden water damage.

Grab our buying guides at the link in bio before you sign on the dotted line.

What’s the craziest thing an RV salesperson has ever told you?

#rvbuying #rvtips #rvlife #fifthwheel #gorving #rvtravel #rvlifestyle

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Newmar has been building Class A motorhomes for many decades. And you see a lot of them on the road and in RV campgrounds.

But how good are they? And are they worth the money you spend on them? This video helps answer those questions - https://t.co/K3qZrALyph

Links to the Class A guidebook mentioned in the video - https://t.co/M84xI3pRur and https://t.co/nR33EWaqLj
#motorhome #motorhomelife

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Small Class C RVs are very popular with the buying public. They let you have more living space without being big and bulky to drive.

So who makes the best small Class C RVs then? This video provides my recommendations of some of the best brands and models you can buy - https://t.co/qUIgkhZjez

Here is the link for the guidebooks mentioned in this video - https://t.co/hnUx6hABjT and https://t.co/E8BASNQ0ZH
#motorhome #motorhomelife

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Having full health insurance coverage for fulltime RVers has always been a bit of a challenge. And nobody wants to be saddled with high medical expenses due to not having good health insurance.

So this video lists several fulltime RVing health insurance plans and options that are viable choices for coverage on your RV travels as a fulltime RVer - https://t.co/ZbTIWA0w4y
#fulltimerv, #rvfulltime

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Do you really need to buy special toilet paper for your RV—or is it just another expensive RV product?

Before stocking your bathroom, find out what actually matters to your black tank and how to avoid an unpleasant problem.
#rving #rvlife

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Water intrusion is the biggest enemy of any RV. And it is responsible for shortening the life of an RV more than almost any other cause.

So how can you prevent water leaks? And if a water leak happens anyway, how can you catch it early and minimize the damage it causes? This video shows you how - https://t.co/hsexhUThDj
#rvtips #rvhacks

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Fifth wheel RVs are very popular with RV buyers. And there are lots of brands and models to choose from.

But which manufacturers and models are best to buy if you want an RV with higher build quality? This video gives you my personal recommendations for the 2024-2025 model year - https://t.co/IaTBNzNooX

Here is the link for my fifth wheel buying guide featured in this video - https://t.co/w8BX4jDGQC
#traveltrailer #fifthwheel

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A lot of people like smaller RVs like travel trailers under 5000 lbs. so they can tow them easily.

But which brands and models should be your first choice when looking for an RV in this weight class? In this video I give you my personal recommendations for the RVs you should consider first - https://t.co/NExzmeXhMt
#traveltrailer #fifthwheel

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One of the most used pieces of equipment in an RV is the refrigerator. But many RVers have had a love/hate relationship with their RV fridge.

So what are the options that you have to choose from for RV refrigerators? And which of those options will work best for you and your style of RVing and camping? This video answers those questions - https://t.co/JU9MMP9SQo
#rving #rvlife

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Mice are the scourge of many RVers. They love to use your RV as a shelter and home.

But mice can do great deals of major damage in a short period of time that will be very expensive to repair.

So this video explains all of the best methods I have learned over 5 years of full-time RV living to get rid of mice quickly and permanently - https://t.co/bvjraSr45F
#rvtips #rvhacks

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Brinkley is a relatively new manufacturer in the field of RVs. And they are the makers of the new Brinkley Z fifth wheel.

So what kind of quality are they turning out? Does the reality of the products they produce match their claims of innovative design and quality build methods?

This video discusses my recent personal inspection results of their Brinkley Model Z fifth wheel and whether or not it merits my personal recommendation or not - https://t.co/1GUvy5ON7s

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Lots of people have dreams of hitting the road in an RV and enjoying the adventures and experiences that a full time RV lifestyle provides.

But there are challenges that can spoil your fun adventure if you aren't aware of them and prepared in advance.

In this video I share 5 of the most important things you need to know about full time RV travel and camping to make sure that it works for you personally - https://t.co/xACkMOJjDC
#fulltimerv, #rvfulltime

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Travel trailers are the number one category of RVs in terms of sales. So more travel trailers are sold by far every year than any other type of RV.

But many of those travel trailer buyers make big mistakes in the buying process that costs them time, money and frustration. And all of this is mostly unnecessary.

So this video explains 3 of the biggest buying mistakes that travel trailer buyers make and how you can avoid them - https://t.co/wojBMuvxvt
#traveltrailer #fifthwheel

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One of the most enjoyed features of any RV is often the awning. It lets RVers enjoy their time outdoors in a relaxed and comfortable setting.

But RV awnings are also one of the most common and expensive repairs that are made by RV owners. So this video provides some of the best tips that can save you thousands of dollars in awning repair bills - https://t.co/RW5AHCBTX9
#rvtips #rvhacks

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Black tank mistakes can be costly and messy to deal with too. But lots of RVers make huge mistakes in this area every day.

So this video explains two of the worst black tank mistakes RVers often make, and how you can avoid them - https://t.co/Z6pfH8TBrU
#rvcamping #rvboondocking

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Propane is a valuable source of energy for some RV appliances and components, especially when there's no electrical power available. But propane is also very flammable!

So this RV propane tip is one of the best that I can give you, and it can even save your life if there is a sudden and severe leak from your RV's propane system. Don't miss this tip - https://t.co/I9JTk1pfp4
#rvcamping #rvboondocking

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Small Class C motorhomes, or some people also call them Class B+ RVs, are small and light, and they work great for couples.

So this video explains how to know which of these smaller motorhome manufacturers are building the best quality RVs to buy in that category for 2026 - https://t.co/jt4tFvbXeV
#motorhome #motorhomelife

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An RV tire can appear perfectly fine and still be at risk of failure.

Before your next travel day, there are three important things you should check—and one of them is often overlooked because it may not be obvious just by looking at the tire.

These quick RV tire tips could help you find a developing problem before it becomes a dangerous roadside emergency.

#RVTires #RVSafety #RVTips