rust

  1. keljac

    Bathroom Sink Rust in 2026 26RKE

    I'm reaching out to see if anyone else has an issue with the bathroom sink rusting at the corners. We bought our 26RKE in December and on our first trip, I noticed rust in the corners of my bathroom sink. I reached out to my dealer and their service department has been very supportive so far...
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    4 month old 2025 Qwest SE 24L rust in interior chassis over windshield under bed caused by leak
  3. kernwig

    Water heater minerals and rust

    My water heater panel is smothered in mineral deposits. Is this typical or pointing to a problem? I replaced the annod last year, but a bit late - the old one was completely gone. Also, there's rust. In particular, the tab for the pressure relief is nothing but rust and no longer functions. Any...
  4. CamJam1

    2004 Dolphin Bedroom Slide Rust

    We love our Dolphin, but I think one area National dropped the ball is by using bare steel framing. Our coach has been in Arizona its whole life, but that hasn't stopped the frame at the bottom of the bedroom slide from rusting. I can't imagine what things would be like if we lived somewhere...
  5. Donald Thurman

    2005 Tropi Cal Rust

    hello, i am the second owner of a 2005 Tropi Cal T351 RV. it looks like the day it rolled off the line. inside is great, the previous owner had all purchase and maintance records, I have owed it 8 years, kept under RV Port. changing the oil the last time i noticed the underside had a unusual...
  6. KI

    Rust in water heater

    I have a Suburban SW6P pilot light water heater that I just love, but it's starting to show rust when flushed out after sitting for a while. Is it possible to just replace the tank, or will I have to replace the whole unit?And if it is possible, where would I get a new tank? Thanks
  7. Gregg1

    Girard Slide Topper Roller Rusted - Supplier for Parts?

    I have SG5000 Ultra Slide Out Toppers on my 2017 Entegra Cornerstone. For some reason, the metal they used to make the Roller Tube has rusted to the point needs replaced. When I called their service center they said could not purchase the roller tube needed to replace the whole thing at a tune...
  8. FU

    Spring Failure on 2021 Trailer: Causes, Upgrades, and Off-Road Limits

    Broke a spring yesterday on my 2021 :mad: There was not big hit or anything to incur the break, I just noticed it got noisier as the pulled into our campsite, and sure enough, camper body was resting on the axle and the tire was rubbing on the fender. I did not want to leave it in the mountains...
  9. Mr. T-iRV2

    Do you have rust on your Generator or Oasis muffler tips?

    I was getting ready to order replacement exhaust tips for the Generator and Oasis when I checked out Youtube. In less than 5 minutes I had them shining up again by liberally applying Bar keepers friend and scrubbing them with a wad of aluminum foil. I put a coat of aluminum polish on after.
  10. ST

    Rusty :: 2005 Fleetwood Revolution

    Rusty :: 2005 Fleetwood Revolution (2025-07-09 21:28:56)
  11. FL

    Skoolie Rust Concerns: Can This Bus Be Saved?

    🚨Skoolie Experts, Rust Gurus, and YouTube Mechanics!🚨 Alright y’all, I need your experienced eyeballs on something before I make a financially questionable decision and end up with a very expensive backyard planter. 😅 I’m a first-timer (read: bright-eyed and dangerously optimistic) looking to...
  12. CH

    Treating Surface Rust on RV Propane Lines: Best Practices and Longevity

    I noticed surface rust on my propane lines under my towable. I live on the Oregon Coast where its normally humid. Its not thick and crusty. Its mostly just surface rust that I could just sand off I think. My question is: Can I use that Rust Encapsulated paint on those metal propane lines. I'm...
  13. Yooper2

    Ford's Tow Calculator: Trustworthy?

    Here's the VIN for the truck I am considering: 1FTFW1E86NFA92698 (2022 F150 XLT) http://www.ford.com/support/towing-calculator/ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating = 7,050 lbs Gross Combined Weight Rating = 16,800 lbs Max Payload = 1,895 lbs Max Tongue Load = 1,130 lbs Max Trailer Rating = 11,300...
  14. MA

    Just have a couple questions

    We love our 2012 Jayco Jayflight 29 rlds, but I'm about to replace the tires again and don't want to just read the tires, I like to refer to the sticker with the specs on it. It has deteriorated and I can read it. Can I get a replacement of that sticker? Another question is that I have noticed...
  15. RU

    Rusty's here.

    Hellp everyone. I'm Rusty and Fairly new to this. I have a 40 foot 5th wheel. I plan on seeing the country and visiting my spread out family.
  16. SoCalRV4fun

    How to Fix and Protect a Rusty V10 Battery Holder

    I noticed my chassis battery holder/frame is pretty rusty. I noticed rust markings on the concrete. I’m concerned the weight of the battery and road vibration might make the holder detach? It feels firm but It does not look like it is welded securely.
  17. RK

    Brustor/Girard Awning Parts

    Does anyone know where I could find "End Caps" for my Girard Awnings. Im missing two of them. They say Brustor on the ends....cannot locate a replacement. The end of the awning looks like crap without it on there. Any help would be appreciated.
  18. USMC-SSGT

    Fuel tank trust issues

    2021 Allegro Red 38LL When I bought it, I drove it home about 1000 miles or so. Noticed that after 20 gallons it was at 3/4 tank, after 40 it was at 1/2 and after 60 gallons used it was at 1/4. I never went past around 75 total gallons used based on MPG and distance as well as digital read out...
  19. UN

    EGR coolant inlet & outlet tubes rusting

    Have any of you replaced your EGR coolant inlet & outlet tubes? Mine rusted through before and I had to replace them both. But after only 3 more years, the replacement tubes are showing rust again. I’m wondering if it’s normal to have surface rust on these tubes. I don’t even live near the ocean...
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    Have some rust to clean up on the tongue and a-frame
  21. TE

    What is this part and is this rust?

    Shopping now and having to rely on pictures to try make a decision on which coach to potentially make an offer on.. noticed one coach had what seems like rust on this part, (2017 DS) not sure what this is? Muffler? In general the other bay looks to be in better shape.. how important is this...
  22. NW

    Best way to deal with hitch rust

    Hello, We have a 2024 ORV 250RDS Titanium. Bought it brand new in February of 2024. We keep it covered and I noticed some rust on the top part of the hitch at the front. Where the ball goes in right at the from there is a little channel where water can collect. Our Keystone Passport ended up...
  23. BI

    Under carriage rusting already

    Hello again folks, So I own a 2023 newmar ventana 2369 with only 4900 miles on it. the other day while I was under the coach inspecting things I noticed a lot of rust starting to form specially towards the back of the unit. Even the rear hydraulic levelers are showing lots of rust and in...
  24. UN

    Rust!

    We have a travel trailer and the I beams and rims are starting to rust quite a bit. So, two questions: 1. I used Rustoleum’s Rust Converter spray to stop the rust and it didn’t work. Are there other products that work that don’t involve me grinding down to bare metal? 2. I’m going to buy new...
  25. CoachW0415

    RV Info on YouTube vs Trustworthy Content

    As a newbie to the rv world in general, I find myself drawn to many YouTube channels as a way to research information that I am looking for. Everything from RV reviews, repair and maintenance, campsite info and the like. However I find myself sometimes questioning the motives of some content...

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