No Room for the Digital Converter Box?
June 11, 2009
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The switch flipped on 6/12/09 and now you know if you need a converter box for the TV in your RV. If you need help installing your digital converter box, we can help. No room for another box? Tired of the TV Cabinet? Want to upgrade your entire entertainment system in your RV? At our Sunbury, Ohio location Wilson RV can customize an installation to suit your RV entertainment needs. We can remove your old cabinet style TV and replace it with... [Read More...]
Stay Cool – Add RV Side Awnings
May 21, 2009
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Featured RV Service Job Add RV Window Awnings The owner’s of this Fleetwood Expedition RV enjoy camping and tailgating at many events, including Nascar Races. Shade is often in short supply when they are not staying at a campground. Problem: The sun pounding in the RV windows was making it difficult to cool down without running the A/C non-stop. Solution: Add Dometic Elite Window RV Awnings. The RV Dometic Awnings we added are easy... [Read More...]
Campground Reservation Tips
March 17, 2009
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The 7 Things you need to know before you make Campground Reservations Before you pick up the phone to make your campground reservations make sure you have the correct information to get the best camping site for you. Size: Know the entire length of the RV. You will also need to inform them if you are towing a camper or driving a motorhome. If you are driving a motorhome and towing a “dinghy” vehicle, ask if there is parking at... [Read More...]
Do I need Digital TV Converter Boxes for my RV?
January 18, 2009
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Good question. In some cases, I have this question myself. There may not be an easy way to tell. Most TVs are not labeled. I have used the following link to get information about digital television. http://www.dtv.gov/consumercorner.html #faq6 The bottom line is, if you don’t have the television user manual and are not certain of the televisions production date, you probably won’t know until the digital switchover takes place. To make... [Read More...]
Are you fixing your RV in the right order?
January 8, 2009
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By: Master Certified RV Tech Mike Wilson, Wilson RV in Sunbury, Ohio In our RV service department, we typically see multiple problems with vehicles when they come in for service. Many times owners misunderstand the order in which problems should be solved. It may be helpful to have an understanding of how your vehicle works and operates, but it’s not required. As a technician, it is my job to evaluate and diagnose your vehicle’s problems... [Read More...]
How to Winterize your RV for Ohio Part 2
October 18, 2008
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Aside from winterizing the plumbing system, when an RV is stored in Ohio or other cold weather states there are several other areas that should be prepared for winter. Coolant/Antifreeze: Any RV with an engine or water cooled generator should have the antifreeze tested before freezing temperatures set in. Antifreeze should be tested for freeze point, reserve alkalinity, and PH level. This test can easily be done with coolant test strips... [Read More...]
How to Winterize your RV Water System
October 17, 2008
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The temperatures have dropped here in Ohio and the words frost and freeze are now showing up in the weather forecast. So if you are staying in Ohio it is time to winterize your RV. Call 888-800-7340 ext 2 RV Service to schedule an RV winterizing appointment today or if you want to do it yourself here are the steps to follow. Please read all steps carefully. Materials needed 2 Gallons RV antifreeze 1 Blow out air connector (Camco 36103) Air... [Read More...]
