RV Lessons Learned – tips for buying, maintaining and repairing an RV
I’m TRULY unimpressed with the manner in which Newmar and its CEO has handled an ONGOING VIN issue Liz Amazing (of YouTube fame) just posted a significant update to “Newmar-gate.” My first post on this topic was made in October 2025. Liz’s new video has caused me to post a very timely update here on …
I would never have expected this from Josh the RV Nerd! But it VERY MUCH impressed me that he did. And, wow, what he said – First, An intro to Josh the RV Nerd Josh is effectively the YouTube spokesman for Bish’s RV. Bish’s is a multi-store (27) nationwide dealership. Josh has a very successful …
Seeing Life Through Rose Colored Glasses Yep, there are actually owners of campers made by Forest River and Thor who think these campers are an example of a quality build! They even acknowledge the numerous issues they’ve had with their campers and accept them as a “normal part of RVing and RV life.” We’re not …
In this post, you’re going to get lots of RV Buying Advice and Tips (and some previews of upcoming posts detailing my exploration of the Silver Valley here in North Idaho!) Today’s post will help us to learn from a buying experience shared by an RV owner in this Liz Amazing video. After careful review, …
Before I get into today’s main topic – the Spring 2026 RV Outlook, let’s take a moment to catch up It’s been a hot minute since I’ve posted. While you haven’t heard from me, I’ve been doing LOTS of skiing at Lookout Pass this winter. Overall, it’s been a rough ski season with limited snow …
RV Life and RV Travel can be VERY economical – or very expensive – much of it is your choice! Let’s face it, times are tough all over. Rising costs in many areas are tapping our savings. The choice to enter the RV Lifestyle, especially as a “full timer” is one that CAN be affordable. …
What to expect and lookout for when buying a RV Camper – a Hard Hitting, DIRECT analysis… RV Predators Part 2 – Welcome Back! Didn’t read part 1? Its right HERE. Part 1 introduced you to John (here’s his video.) John is clearly a victim of the RV industry. His problems while most directly attributable …
A True RV’ers Story Experiences becomes a real “learning experience” for us all… I wrote this to provide Insider Tips to enable you to navigate the minefield you enter when purchasing an RV Camper. This post amounts to the first (in a 3 part series) that can serve you as an RV Buyers Guide. Have …
What you NEED to know about Motorhomes and VIN Numbers (and Newmar’s mess) For the SECOND time in recent months, I find myself addressing a potential blockbuster problem in the RV industry. In May of this year I shared with you a Potential Knockout Punch to the RV industry. A class action lawsuit regarding frame …
DRV Mobile Suites (originally known as DRV Double Tree Suites), began in 2002 with David Fought’s vision and leadership. David, an industry veteran who started in 1970 as a Draftsman for Starcraft. He rose to executive status in Starcraft by 1991 when Jayco acquired Starcraft. Shortly after he left to start his own RV company, …
