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RV Life: Up on the Roof

RV Life: Up on the Roof

It’s that time of the year when the wet weather starts to roll in.  Most RVs go into storage but some die-hards and live-ins still brave the elements.  It really makes no difference; the RV is going to be exposed to wind and rain.  So a water-tight roof is a must.
Most roof lap sealants have a life expectancy of two to three years before they start to crack or separate from the roof material.  Lap sealants are self-leveling sealers that cover all things—like air vents-- where they attach to the roof of an RV.

From Start to Finish, Every Detail Matters Final Touch Coach Works

From Start to Finish, Every Detail Matters Final Touch Coach Works

From minor to major collision damage, paint jobs, interior remodels and more, let the professionals at Final Touch Coach Works provide you and your RV with the best service possible.  With a reputation for excellence, you won’t get anything less than their best.  “Our goal is to provide our customers with the best customer service in the industry,” state the owners of Final Touch Coach Works.  “From start to finish, the initial contact with our customers, to our presentation of the final product, every detail matters.”

How Often Should You Wax Your Car?

How Often Should You Wax Your Car?

Cars should be waxed every two to six months depending on where you store your car.  Cars parked in the sun and elements will need to be waxed every two to four months while cars parked in a garage or under a cover can go up to six months between waxes.  A good way to tell if your car needs to be waxed is to look how the water runs off it when it gets wet.  If the water beads on the painted surfaces, your car is good; otherwise, it is time for a wax.

RV Life: Up On The Roof

RV Life: Up On The Roof

The roof of your RV is probably the most neglected component of the entire RV.  Certainly if your refrigerator, furnace or stove went on the blink, it would be a hastily repaired item, as would be any other component of your RV that you see, need, and use every day.
So why are roofs so neglected?  You probably don’t make a trip up to the roof very often.  And if you did, what would you look for?  Most of the time, the roof works, and you probably don’t even think of it until you need to repair water damage. 

RV Life: First Impressions

RV Life: First Impressions

It’s a cruel fact that we are all victims of first impressions.  Within the RV community, this usually means we are what we are driving, or towing.  New, old, long, short, or the number of air conditioners on top: others start wondering who we are and what we’re like.  When we pull into the RV park, we are, so to speak, putting our best foot forward.  A clean, sharp-looking RV will be a positive first impression.  

The Final Touch: Kenworth Truck Restoration

The Final Touch: Kenworth Truck Restoration

Final Touch Coach Works is known for quality repair and paint of all types of motorhomes, but that doesn’t mean the Final Touch team doesn’t enjoy a new challenge every now and then.  The RV collision center is currently working on the final phase of a frame-up restoration – the period-accurate paint scheme and re-assembly of a Kenworth K-100 big rig truck.
It’s the dream project of Paul J. Cox, a British transplant working as a specialist in the U.S. designing electronics for recording studios.  Cox fell in love with the Kenworth K-100 when he was a young boy visiting the United States with his parents.  His affinity for the big rig was later sealed by the American television show BJ and the Bear, a popular series in 1979 that featured the truck in each and every episode.

Is Your Check Engine Light On?

Is Your Check Engine Light On?

When it comes to your car’s “check engine” light being on, or going on and off, many people think that it is because the car or truck needs an oil change soon, or that it just might be a simple emission item that will not hurt to take care of later.  That kind of thinking can end up costing you a considerably higher repair bill than if you would have taken care of it when it started to appear. 

RV Life: First Impressions

RV Life: First Impressions

We are all victims of first impressions.  In the RV community, we are often judged by what we are driving or towing.  New, old, long, short—even the number of air conditioners on top—prompts others to wonder who we are, and what we’re like.  When we pull into an RV park, we are, so to speak, putting our best foot forward.  A clean, sharp-looking RV will be a positive first impression.  

RV Tips: Keeping Your Cool

RV Tips: Keeping Your Cool

Summer is upon us, and temperatures have only begun to rise.  With summer’s brutal heat, keeping your cool will be a challenge—especially in your RV.  But now there’s a product on the market that will help you travel in cool comfort, and it’ll add a touch of style and class to your home-on-wheels.
It’s a new type of Day/Night shade that is attractive, compact, and durable. 

Reasons Your Car Might be Overheating

Reasons Your Car Might be Overheating

Cars overheat for a host of reasons.  Whether you are reading do-it-yourself books or going to a mechanic, there is a list of usual suspects that will always be looked at.  In most cases, the problem will be found, fixed and your overheating issue will be extinguished.  Ah, but what if nothing appears wrong?  Well, there is a second list of odd problems that could be the cause.

RV Life: Spring Cleaning

RV Life: Spring Cleaning

It has been a unique winter.  Most of us have had our RVs in storage and are looking forward to hitting the road again.  The first thing we should do is to give our RVs a good spring cleaning.  RV tank cleaning may not be the most pleasant task, but sooner or later, it has to be done.  If your RV has a built-in flush system, use it every time you empty your tanks.  You also must treat the black water tank with chemicals to help break down solids and keep odors down.  Use an enzyme-based treatment designed for black water tanks.

RV Life: Safe Tires

RV Life: Safe Tires

Nothing lasts forever and tires are no exception.  Tires are manufactured by bonding rubber to fabric layers and steel cords.  And despite the anti-aging ingredients mixed into the rubber compounds, tires are perishable.  As a consultant to Final Touch Coach Works – an RV collision center – I have seen most of the things that can happen to an RV.  Accidents happen.  Some are preventable.

RV Life: Spring Showers

RV Life: Spring Showers

Last month, we talked mostly about the roofs of our RVs and the potential for water leaks.  With the recent rains that we have received, I thought it would be a good idea to stress a few things.  Most of the damage that an RV can suffer is usually very obvious.  A visual inspection will usually tell you what went wrong and what needs to be repaired.
This is not necessarily true when it comes to water damage. 

RV Life: It’s Gonna Get Wet

RV Life: It’s Gonna Get Wet

We’re looking at a new year, which usually means the rain is coming.  With our RVs in storage, or just parked for the winter, we need to be sure our RV roofs are watertight.
The best choice for this inspection is to have an RV service or repair center do it for you at least once a year.  If you want to do it yourself, there are a few things to remember.
The first step in any RV roof inspection is to get out the ladder and take a good look at the roof. 

RV Life: Closing It Up

RV Life: Closing It Up

Winter is upon us, and for some, it means a temporary halt to living the RV life.  We will park the RV and close it up for a couple of months.  There are a few things we can do to help our RVs survive the down time.
Put a handful of moth balls in a couple of zip-lock bags, poke a dozen or so holes in the bags and place them in several areas: the battery compartment, near the propane tank, in the water heater and refrigerator access panels.  This will deter spiders and other little critters from nesting.  It will also help prevent musty odors.

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