# General **URL:** https://diyrvforum.com/c/other-diy-rv/general/4.md [Latest](https://diyrvforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://diyrvforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://diyrvforum.com/tags.md) --- ## [Welcome to DIY RV Forum! 👋](https://diyrvforum.com/t/welcome-to-diy-rv-forum/7)
**Author:** [@system](https://diyrvforum.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2023, 6:38pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/welcome-to-diy-rv-forum/7 "2023-05-14T18:38:14Z")
Love building DIY projects? Come hang out, and share your ideas & projects. Ben someplace interesting? Share that too! Join a face-2-face meetup or start one in your area. This forum is by DIYers, for DIYers, we are all… --- ## [About the General category](https://diyrvforum.com/t/about-the-general-category/3)
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--- ## [Upgrade Your Van With Window for Better Comfort and Functionality](https://diyrvforum.com/t/upgrade-your-van-with-window-for-better-comfort-and-functionality/326)
**Author:** [@vanfitoutsmelbourne](https://diyrvforum.com/u/vanfitoutsmelbourne)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 10:25am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/upgrade-your-van-with-window-for-better-comfort-and-functionality/326 "2026-10-03T10:25:55Z")
Upgrade Your Van With Window for Better Comfort and Functionality explains how the right window choice can improve ventilation, visibility, natural light, and overall comfort. It also highlights important factors to cons… --- ## [Looking for Reliable Van Conversion Specialists? Here’s What to Know](https://diyrvforum.com/t/looking-for-reliable-van-conversion-specialists-here-s-what-to-know/325)
**Author:** [@vanfitoutsmelbourne](https://diyrvforum.com/u/vanfitoutsmelbourne)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 6:02am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/looking-for-reliable-van-conversion-specialists-here-s-what-to-know/325 "2026-09-03T06:02:42Z")
Converting a van into a practical and comfortable space requires careful planning, the right layout, quality materials, and professional expertise. Choosing the right conversion team can help you make better use of your … --- ## [Replacing Slideout Wiper Seals - Poor Manufacturer Build](https://diyrvforum.com/t/replacing-slideout-wiper-seals-poor-manufacturer-build/323)
**Author:** [@William](https://diyrvforum.com/u/William)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 9:06pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/replacing-slideout-wiper-seals-poor-manufacturer-build/323 "2026-08-03T21:06:27Z")
I’m replacing slideout wiper seals on my rockwood highhwall. Rockwood installed wiper only had 1/4" of the 1" adhesive seal over the fiberglass and attached with staples. So allowing 1/4" for fiberglass siding expansio… --- ## [The War On Wheels: How RV Owners Really Keep Mice and Rodents Out (What Works, What’s Hype)](https://diyrvforum.com/t/the-war-on-wheels-how-rv-owners-really-keep-mice-and-rodents-out-what-works-what-s-hype/322)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 9:48pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/the-war-on-wheels-how-rv-owners-really-keep-mice-and-rodents-out-what-works-what-s-hype/322 "2026-07-20T21:48:09Z")
Title: “The War On Wheels: How RV Owners Really Keep Mice and Rodents Out (What Works, What’s Hype)” Rodent-proofing an RV comes down to three core strategies: deny entry, deny food and nesting material, and use deterre… --- ## [Sun Tzu and the Art of Mouse War: Defending Your RV from Tiny Invaders](https://diyrvforum.com/t/sun-tzu-and-the-art-of-mouse-war-defending-your-rv-from-tiny-invaders/320)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2026, 3:14am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/sun-tzu-and-the-art-of-mouse-war-defending-your-rv-from-tiny-invaders/320 "2026-06-27T03:14:53Z")
Five key points: Win before you fight The best victory comes from planning, positioning, and strategy before conflict starts. Be well supplied, plenty of traps, use timing to your advantage, understand the battlefiel… --- ## [RV Fire & Fire Extinguishers](https://diyrvforum.com/t/rv-fire-fire-extinguishers/261)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2026, 3:26pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/rv-fire-fire-extinguishers/261 "2026-02-25T15:26:24Z")
This is at the Florida welcome center. I’m joking with this lady. “I think that awning is going to need a repair”, and it turns out it was her RV. She gave me the whole story. It was 2:00 a.m. last night, they had wok… --- ## [Hot Camping, Cold Ice, Genius](https://diyrvforum.com/t/hot-camping-cold-ice-genius/257)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 12:25pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/hot-camping-cold-ice-genius/257 "2025-08-10T12:25:43Z")
After four days of camping side-by-side with my newfound buddy Jack, I uncovered his genius hack for ice that lasts an eternity: a DIY enclosure for his cooler, crafted from scraps of 3-inch foam board. Who needs a price… --- ## [Air Lift System (Air Bags) on a Ford Transit](https://diyrvforum.com/t/air-lift-system-air-bags-on-a-ford-transit/252)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 8:55pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/air-lift-system-air-bags-on-a-ford-transit/252 "2025-04-24T20:55:34Z")
--- ## [Wobbling Wonder: A Deep Dive into Handling Issues After Tire Replacement on a Fo](https://diyrvforum.com/t/wobbling-wonder-a-deep-dive-into-handling-issues-after-tire-replacement-on-a-fo/251)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 12:26pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/wobbling-wonder-a-deep-dive-into-handling-issues-after-tire-replacement-on-a-fo/251 "2025-04-22T12:26:42Z")
Wobbling Wonder: A Deep Dive into Handling Issues After Tire Replacement on a Ford Transit Replacing tires should be a routine upgrade, not a source of dread. However, @vanlifecrisis’s experience highlights a common p… --- ## [30amp vs 50amp Battery Charging](https://diyrvforum.com/t/30amp-vs-50amp-battery-charging/247)
**Author:** [@Jabawaki](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Jabawaki)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2025, 1:03pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/30amp-vs-50amp-battery-charging/247 "2025-03-30T13:03:33Z")
I have an interesting idea about improving my battery charge time on my RV. It’s currently a 12v 30amp system but I have 50amp service at home and use an adapter to reduce down from 2 hot 120v AC lines down to 1. I’ve go… --- ## [What does this tire size mean? LT235/65SR16](https://diyrvforum.com/t/what-does-this-tire-size-mean-lt235-65sr16/242)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2025, 3:36am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/what-does-this-tire-size-mean-lt235-65sr16/242 "2025-01-23T03:36:55Z")
What does this tire size mean? LT235/65SR16 The tire size “LT235/65SR16” can be broken down as follows: LT: This stands for “Light Truck,” indicating that the tire is designed for vehicles classified as light trucks,… --- ## [Why All-Wheel Drive?](https://diyrvforum.com/t/why-all-wheel-drive/241)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2025, 10:13am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/why-all-wheel-drive/241 "2025-01-20T10:13:37Z")
--- ## [Air Beds for RVs](https://diyrvforum.com/t/air-beds-for-rvs/219)
**Author:** [@Rosellen](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Rosellen)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2024, 4:01pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/air-beds-for-rvs/219 "2024-08-06T16:01:14Z")
Unfortunately, Sleep Number has discontinued sales of RV size mattresses. Standard Sleep Number mattresses are not rated for transportation safety but will fit in RVs that take standard sizes. -But where does that leave … --- ## [Undercarriage And Tire Service, Special Lift Requirements](https://diyrvforum.com/t/undercarriage-and-tire-service-special-lift-requirements/198)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2024, 1:55pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/undercarriage-and-tire-service-special-lift-requirements/198 "2024-04-24T13:55:53Z")
After a survey of your common tire centers, you’ll find out that not just any place will do. The RV is tall, long, and heavy. A common garage door height is 10 ft, and our Ford Transit high-top is 9 ft. 11 in. If you ma… --- ## [RV Packing and Check List](https://diyrvforum.com/t/rv-packing-and-check-list/196)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2024, 5:36pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/rv-packing-and-check-list/196 "2024-04-03T17:36:02Z")
packing\_list.pdf (67.5 KB) --- ## [Additional Forums and Internet Resources](https://diyrvforum.com/t/additional-forums-and-internet-resources/103)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2023, 6:17pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/additional-forums-and-internet-resources/103 "2023-06-15T18:17:19Z")
Largest forums for RV owners There are several large forums and communities for RV owners where you can find a wealth of information, tips, and discussions. Here are a few notable ones: iRV2 (iRV2.com): iRV2 is a popu…