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RV Windshield Washer System: Complete Maintenance Guide & Troubleshooting Tips
General Easy 15-30 min 119 👍

RV Windshield Washer System: Complete Maintenance Guide & Troubleshooting Tips

Somewhere between following three different YouTube tutorials, I managed to turn my RV's windshield washer repair into a sprinkler system that hits everything except the actual windshield. The specific issue I'm experiencing is fluid running back into the reservoir after each use, which means washer fluid isn't effectively hitting bugs before they dry and smear. I actually found a clever solution - using an aquarium air pump check valve from PetSmart for just $3.00. Sometimes it's these little fixes that make a big difference.

Sometimes the washer sprays like a garden sprinkler gone rogue, other times it dribbles like a leaky faucet. The fluid seems to have a mind of its own - either freezing up in cold weather or not hitting the windshield where it's supposed to.

I'm dealing with nozzles that spray everywhere except where the bugs are, a reservoir that I can never seem to locate when it's empty, and wipers that just smear everything around instead of actually cleaning. Could someone help me troubleshoot and confirm if my check valve solution might help? …more
RV Mirror Mounting Screws Rusting: Prevention & Replacement Guide
Exterior Easy 30 minutes 74 👍

RV Mirror Mounting Screws Rusting: Prevention & Replacement Guide

Apparently I'm standing in the hardware store aisle staring at dozens of different screws with no clue which ones will actually replace these rusted-out driver-side mirror mounting screws. The screws are rusty, with one small mounting cap found on the ground, following previous mirror replacements by NIRVC after a semi truck sideswipe and subsequent facility incident.

The mirror assembly mounts directly to a fiberglass sidewall surface, which presents specific torque considerations to avoid stress cracking. What type of replacement screws and installation procedures should I implement to ensure long-term durability and prevent future corrosion issues? I'm particularly concerned about material selection and proper installation techniques for this application. …more
1994 Southwind RV Fuse Panel Diagram & Location Guide
Electrical Easy 45 minutes 67 👍

1994 Southwind RV Fuse Panel Diagram & Location Guide

Replaced my power mirrors after seeing my neighbor's 1994 Southwind ones work flawlessly, but mine still don't respond and I'm afraid to randomly pull fuses. I'm a bit nervous about poking around in the electrical system without proper guidance.

I can't seem to locate the fuse panel diagram anywhere under the dash area. Should I be concerned about testing fuses myself, or is there a safe way to figure out which one controls the power mirrors? I'm worried about causing more damage if I start pulling fuses randomly. Where should these diagrams normally be located, and what's the safest approach if I can't find the original diagram? …more
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