What Size Inverter Do I Need for My RV?
This guide explains how to choose the right inverter size for an RV by calculating appliance wattage, adding safe headroom, checking battery capaci...
RV Parts & Off-Road Camping Blog
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How to Replace a Trailer Jockey Wheel (Step-by-Step)
A step-by-step guide to replacing a worn or seized trailer jockey wheel — tools, sizing your clamp, removal, and fitting a new off-road jack.
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Black Series Common Problems: 12 Issues and How to Fix Them
Black Series campers have earned a loyal following for a simple reason: they put genuinely capable off-road hardware, big water and power capacity,...
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Cruisemaster DO45 Review: Is It Worth the Price Over the DO35?
The Cruisemaster DO45 is the bigger sibling of the DO35 — same multi-axis articulation mechanism, higher load rating, higher price. If you're decid...
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How to Install a Cruisemaster DO35 Coupling: Step-by-Step Guide
The Cruisemaster DO35 is a direct replacement for most standard 50mm ball couplings on off-road caravans. Installation is a half-day job with basic...
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Cruisemaster DO35 vs DO45 — Which Coupler Do You Actually Need?
If you're building, upgrading, or towing an off-road trailer, the Cruisemaster DO35 and DO45 are the two couplers that come up in every serious dis...
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Victron BMV-712 vs SmartShunt: Which Battery Monitor for Your RV?
A practical comparison of the Victron BMV-712 Smart and SmartShunt battery monitors to help RV and off-grid owners pick the right one for their pow...
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Off-Road Coupler Fitment: DO35 vs DO45 vs ARK — What Fits Your Trailer
Choose an off-road coupler by your trailer's ATM (aggregate trailer mass) rating, the tow-pin/tow ball system, and the drawbar mount. The Cruisemas...
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How to Replace RV Awning Fabric Yourself
Replacing torn RV awning fabric is a two-person, one-afternoon job — far cheaper than a new awning. The fabric slides out of the roller tube and th...
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Black Series Awning Size & Replacement Fitment Guide
Black Series awnings are sized by the awning length, which varies by model — match the replacement awning (or just the fabric) to your model's size...