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If something on your RV isn’t working, then you need to fix it. And if your RV doesn’t meet your needs as is, then it’s time to remodel it. Here, RV owners share tips for tackling DIY RV projects and remodeling RVs inside & out. See all of the RV repairs & maintenance tasks that you can actually do yourself on RV refrigerators, RV toilets, RV windows & windshields, RV generators, RV slideouts, RV brakes, RV tires, RV awnings, RV water tanks, RV batteries, even RV winterizing tips. Also, to make life more enjoyable inside, RVers share their favorite RV accessories — like a new RV mattress, RV furniture, RV washer & dryer, towing equipment, solar panels, etc.

Here's what I learned firsthand about RV windshield replacement cost vs. RV windshield repair cost - after I experienced a cracked windshield in my 1993 motorhome.

The wood door panels on your RV refrigerator can easily warp. Mine warped right after moving from Florida to Arizona. See how I repaired the warped doors on my RV refrigerator.

I gave up trying to keep my RV hydraulic leveling system working like it should and converted it over to manual controls instead. Here's my low-tech solution for a hi-tech problem.

How to tell what size RV mattress you have now & where to find replacement RV mattresses. Plus, my experience with different RV mattresses. Can't afford a new mattress? Try a memory foam mattress topper!

RV leveling jacks giving you problems? Here's how to troubleshoot what's going on. I’ll show you how to find the source of the problem step-by-step & repair your RV levelers yourself!

Replacing the waste valve assembly is a low-cost DIY project that any RV owner can do easily. Here's how to do it - step by step, with photos and videos.

Solar panels for RV trailers (like small teardrop trailers) are popular today. Here are my best tips for installing RV solar panels and wiring them correctly

When you're boondocking, it's much more convenient to get your power from RV solar panels, instead of running the RV generator all the time!

I added some orange RV stripes to mimic the color of my Jeep toad. Now my motorhome and my Jeep match! It was easy. Here's how to paint stripes on your RV.