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**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… --- ## [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 … --- ## [Nilight Schematic](https://diyrvforum.com/t/nilight-schematic/324)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 10:33pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/nilight-schematic/324 "2026-08-09T22:33:16Z")
I’ve got this set of 12 volt switches, with each switch emitting a blue LED light. I’d like to disable the LED lights. Can you look up the schematic, and tell me which wire I need to disconnect? The purpose is twofol… --- ## [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… --- ## [Questions about my planned build](https://diyrvforum.com/t/questions-about-my-planned-build/321)
**Author:** [@aniki](https://diyrvforum.com/u/aniki)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 12:15pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/questions-about-my-planned-build/321 "2026-07-19T12:15:17Z")
Hello Matt! I really appreciate a place to talk that’s not wrapped up in social media garbage! I am currently planning a build and could really use a sanity check on my build procedure as I am mostly piecing everything … --- ## [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… --- ## [Eberspacher Airtronic M Gas Furnace Error Codes](https://diyrvforum.com/t/eberspacher-airtronic-m-gas-furnace-error-codes/319)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2026, 3:55pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/eberspacher-airtronic-m-gas-furnace-error-codes/319 "2026-05-20T15:55:02Z")
We have a Eberspacher Airtronic M Gas Furnace, running on solid 12 volt batteries, that generates an “Err” on the display, and shuts off. The heater works. It will go through the full startup process and run for a few … --- ## [DIY Solar Ain't Rocket Science](https://diyrvforum.com/t/diy-solar-aint-rocket-science/318)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:53am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/diy-solar-aint-rocket-science/318 "2026-04-25T08:53:17Z")
…or maybe it is! Just kidding, what the team at SpaceX is building is very special and very difficult. My little solar project was made easy with help from @WillProwse and others from the DIY Solar Forum. --- ## [Requirements - If You Don't Ask, You Won't Get It](https://diyrvforum.com/t/requirements-if-you-dont-ask-you-wont-get-it/317)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:51am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/requirements-if-you-dont-ask-you-wont-get-it/317 "2026-04-25T08:51:53Z")
…at least initially you won’t get it, there is always v2.0. Design always involves compromise, tradeoff this for that, and it is not always about trying to stuff more in the box. As a matter of act, Elon Musk says “The … --- ## [Use Cases and First Principles](https://diyrvforum.com/t/use-cases-and-first-principles/316)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:51am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/use-cases-and-first-principles/316 "2026-04-25T08:51:22Z")
The purpose is to provide a foundation for the Why questions, and getting to First Principles. The detail level is sufficient to justify requirements but also specific enough to define future requirements. “Question yo… --- ## [Windshield Replacement](https://diyrvforum.com/t/windshield-replacement/315)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:50am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/windshield-replacement/315 "2026-04-25T08:50:10Z")
Ford Transit Windshield Replacement The windshield replacement went smoothly and was performed by a single technician. The handoff between Geico and Safelite was anything but smooth. The broken windshield was reported… --- ## [Finish - Stone Cote Epoxy](https://diyrvforum.com/t/finish-stone-cote-epoxy/314)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:48am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/finish-stone-cote-epoxy/314 "2026-04-25T08:48:53Z")
This looks similar to the Mrracle Method we had applied to our kitchen countertops. It will be durable, it will hide dirt and scuffs, and will only cost about $5 a square foot. We can use variations on any surface inclu… --- ## [Insulation - Works Both Ways](https://diyrvforum.com/t/insulation-works-both-ways/313)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:48am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/insulation-works-both-ways/313 "2026-04-25T08:48:32Z")
Insulation works both ways, Live in the Florida heat and travel to the cold north Thinsulate SM600L is on order from eBay, Four years later: It was worth the investment, from desert camping to snow skiing.. Thinsulat… --- ## [Victron Multiplus Inverter](https://diyrvforum.com/t/victron-multiplus-inverter/312)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:46am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/victron-multiplus-inverter/312 "2026-04-25T08:46:58Z")
Link back to Electrical Design - Everything 12 And 120 Volts Victron Community Model Size Link Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000/80-50 120V VE.Bus Inverter Charger 24.09 x 12.28 x 8.19 inches Amazon Victron… --- ## [Curt and Snow Solar Attic](https://diyrvforum.com/t/curt-and-snow-solar-attic/310)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:45am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/curt-and-snow-solar-attic/310 "2026-04-25T08:45:29Z")
Note from Matt, we tried but could not get room on the roof for these panels. But honestly, 600 watts has been plenty for us, given all of our methods of charging. Curt & Snow Solar Layout From Snow and Curt 1000 … --- ## [Smart Phase Selector](https://diyrvforum.com/t/smart-phase-selector/309)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:44am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/smart-phase-selector/309 "2026-04-25T08:44:40Z")
References: Electrical Design - Everything 12 And 120 Volts Victron Multiplus Inverter Due to unpredicted high demand and a slow supply chain, we are currently out of stock and working on version 3.0. As of 12/18/2020… --- ## [Vehicle Ramp Stands](https://diyrvforum.com/t/vehicle-ramp-stands/308)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:43am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/vehicle-ramp-stands/308 "2026-04-25T08:43:45Z")
Ref: Basement - Underfloor Plan Ramp Stands, elevate the vehicle for installation and service of undercarriage components. Here is the second design, using about half of the wood, half the cost, and half the weight. Ea… --- ## [Basement - Underfloor Plan](https://diyrvforum.com/t/basement-underfloor-plan/307)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:43am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/basement-underfloor-plan/307 "2026-04-25T08:43:03Z")
Reference: Floor Plan - Main Level Vehicle Ramp Stands The under-floor of a van has lots of space, but also exposure to dirt, grime, and the issue of freezing cold at times. The goal is an under-floor design that mini… --- ## [Power Step Running Boards](https://diyrvforum.com/t/power-step-running-boards/306)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:42am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/power-step-running-boards/306 "2026-04-25T08:42:14Z")
Four years later: The drivers side had an electrical issue, but otherwise these have worked well Powerstep Plug-N-Play - 20 Ford Transit (Driver and Passenger side), Gas Only AMP Research invented the PowerStep™,… --- ## [ProAir 12 Volt Mini-Split Air Conditioner](https://diyrvforum.com/t/proair-12-volt-mini-split-air-conditioner/266)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 7:49am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/proair-12-volt-mini-split-air-conditioner/266 "2026-04-25T07:49:33Z")
Trauma Heaters offers a ProAir solution Reference: Air Conditioning with 12 Volts Electrical Design - Everything 12 And 120 Volts https://trumaheaters.com/products/12v-air-conditioner-for-class-b-van-trailer-or-camper… --- ## [30 Gallon Water Tank, Nominal Heater & Pump](https://diyrvforum.com/t/30-gallon-water-tank-nominal-heater-pump/265)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 7:46am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/30-gallon-water-tank-nominal-heater-pump/265 "2026-04-25T07:46:42Z")
Reference: Plumbing - Hot and Cold Water Basement - Underfloor Plan Electrical Design - Everything 12 And 120 Volts Humble Road Water Tank Install YouTube Water Tank Gauge Document scope: 30-gallon water tank Tank f… --- ## [The Unsung Flex: Why Floating Bottoms Are the Bedrock of RV Drawer Durability](https://diyrvforum.com/t/the-unsung-flex-why-floating-bottoms-are-the-bedrock-of-rv-drawer-durability/264)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 12:20am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/the-unsung-flex-why-floating-bottoms-are-the-bedrock-of-rv-drawer-durability/264 "2026-03-07T00:20:35Z")
By Our Investigative Desk In the demanding world of recreational vehicles, where homes on wheels brave everything from blistering deserts to bone-chilling mountain passes, every component faces an extraordinary tes… --- ## [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… --- ## [Understanding RV Electrical Systems: Analyzing the 50A vs 30A Battery Charging C](https://diyrvforum.com/t/understanding-rv-electrical-systems-analyzing-the-50a-vs-30a-battery-charging-c/249)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2025, 12:37pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/understanding-rv-electrical-systems-analyzing-the-50a-vs-30a-battery-charging-c/249 "2025-03-30T12:37:34Z")
Understanding RV Electrical Systems: Analyzing the 50A vs 30A Battery Charging Confusion Executive Summary The question posed reveals several fundamental misunderstandings about how RV electrical systems work, particul… --- ## [Use Cases & First Principles](https://diyrvforum.com/t/use-cases-first-principles/120)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2023, 2:38pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/use-cases-first-principles/120 "2023-07-02T14:38:44Z")
The aim here is to establish a basis for addressing the ‘Why’ questions and reaching the First Principles. The level of detail is adequate to justify existing requirements and specific enough to define future ones. “Qu… --- ## [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… --- ## [Class-B with the addition of StarLink](https://diyrvforum.com/t/class-b-with-the-addition-of-starlink/254)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2025, 4:43am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/class-b-with-the-addition-of-starlink/254 "2025-06-14T04:43:06Z")
--- ## [Meet Lex and the Lex Van Build Tutorial](https://diyrvforum.com/t/meet-lex-and-the-lex-van-build-tutorial/90)
**Author:** [@RV-Builder](https://diyrvforum.com/u/RV-Builder)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2023, 9:42am UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/meet-lex-and-the-lex-van-build-tutorial/90 "2023-06-06T09:42:28Z")
Meet Lex Lex lives in Southern California and has been building his own vans and helping others for years. His series on building out a Ram Promaster was instrumental in my build of a Ford Transit and Nate’s build of a N… --- ## [Renogy DCC1212-60 DC-DC Charger](https://diyrvforum.com/t/renogy-dcc1212-60-dc-dc-charger/230)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://diyrvforum.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2024, 7:58pm UTC](https://diyrvforum.com/t/renogy-dcc1212-60-dc-dc-charger/230 "2024-08-24T19:58:11Z")
The alpha configuration works as advertised. I was able to confirm the results with two methods. One method uses a multimeter to measure the DC current output at 57 amps and the second method uses the Victron Smart Shunt… [Next page](https://diyrvforum.com/latest.md?page=1)