Duane Lipham

RV Inspection And Care

Leisure EN ↓ 228 episodes

This podcast is all about RVs, the RV lifestyle, and RV camping. I am a certified RV inspector and I cover all of the subjects that will help you get started and enjoy your RV adventures to the full. Join me as we explore the world of RVing together! And don't forget to visit my website at https://www.rvinspectionandcare.com for even more RV tips and hacks.

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Duane Lipham

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Leisure

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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#229 - The Best Vehicles To Use For RV Towing With A Tow Dolly 06.07.2026

Lots of RVers like to take a vehicle along behind their motorhome as a daily driver while they are camping. And there are two main methods of towing those vehicles - flat towing or dolly towing. So this podcast explains which vehicles work best for dolly towing and how to save money on buying a tow dolly for your towed vehicle. The videos I mentioned in the podcast can be found here - https://yout...

#228 - Tankless vs Traditional RV Water Heaters - What Should Be In Your RV? 29.06.2026

RV water heaters have not changed much for many years. But now, that is no longer true! There are lots of new RVs coming from the factory with tankless waters heaters in them instead of the traditional kind with a tank. So are they better than the RV water heater that we are used to seeing in an RV, or not? This podcast explains the answer! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avo...

#227 - Lithium RV Batteries - Do You Really Need Them In Your RV? 22.06.2026

Lithium batteries are all the rage in the RV industry now and there are a lot more RVers using them than ever before. But is it true that everyone should make the switch to lithium batteries as soon as possible? This podcast helps answer that question! My earlier video on lithium batteries vs flooded lead acid batteries - https://youtu.be/7xkLQFMJuhI 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "...

#226 - You Need To Buy A Bigger RV - Here's Why! 15.06.2026

There's no RV size that fits everybody's needs. And some are going to be unhappy with a smaller RV. So this podcast explains why a bigger RV can be the best choice for many RV buyers and provides 3 main scenarios where buying bigger really is better! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY...

#225 - The Best Quality Couples Travel Trailers With Twin Beds For 2026 08.06.2026

A lot of RVers like to have a large bed if the owners are a couple. In fact, the larger, the better for them. But not everyone feels the same way! In fact, some people prefer a twin bed floor plan instead. So this podcast explains why they like twin beds in an RV and which new travel trailer brands and models are best to choose for overall build quality! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - &q...

#224 - The Best 2026 No-Slide Class C RVs To Buy Now 01.06.2026

A lot of RVers have decided that they don't want an RV that has any slide rooms in it. But most RVs coming from the factory have at least one slide room. So this video reveals 3 of the best brands and models of Class C RV motorhomes that have no slides at all, and are built with better overall build quality than their competition. My video on slide systems in use in RVs today and which are th...

#223 - RV Extended Warranties - Buy From An RV Dealer Or A Third Party Provider Instead? 25.05.2026

For many RVers, an extended warranty helps them make sure that they can manage the cost of repairs on their RV and not ever find themselves saddled with a hefty unexpected repair bill. But is it best to buy an extended warranty from an RV dealer or from a third party company instead? This podcast helps answer that question for you! Find out more about my recommended RV extended warranty company -...

#222 - The Top 3 Quality Travel Trailers With Bunk Beds 18.05.2026

Travel trailers that have bunk beds built into them are a very popular choice, especially for families that love camping with their kids. But not all travel trailer builders produce products that are built with good overall build quality.  So in this podcast I provide a list of the Top 3 travel trailer manufacturers and models that I can recommend for RV shoppers who want bunk beds in their RV. 🟢...

#221 - Your RV's Insulation R-Values Are Probably Grossly Exaggerated ... Here's Why! 04.05.2026

How much insulation does your RV have in it? Most people just refer to the R-values published by the manufacturer of the RV. But what if those figures were grossly exaggerated? And what if most of what you have head about RV insulation is mostly advertising hype? This podcast uncovers the truth about RV insulation and what you can do to better insulate an RV. My video on how RV's are construc...

#220 - Sprinter vs Transit vs ProMaster - A Head-To-Head Comparison 27.04.2026

When RV buyers are looking into the Class B RV category, they are going to be faced with the choice of getting the van on either a Sprinter, Transit, or ProMaster platform. So which one is the best choice? And what are the pros and cons of each of those vans that will help you decide? This podcast answers those questions! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Mon...

#219 - The Biggest RV Show Blunders That Lots Of Buyers Make 20.04.2026

RV shows are great places to see a lot of RVs from several brands and manufacturers in a short period of time. But an RV show is also one of the places where some of the biggest and most expensive blunders are made when buying an RV. This podcast explains what the biggest and most common blunders are and how you can avoid them when you visit an RV show! The video I mentioned on how to identify goo...

#218 - What Size Portable Generator Do you Need For Your RV? 13.04.2026

Portable generators allow you to take an RV almost anywhere and make sure that it has enough power to enjoy RV adventures wherever you go. But what size portable generator is needed? This is where a lot of mistakes are made, either when buying an underpowered generator, or wasting money on a generator that produces more power than is needed. So this podcast explains how you can match the portable...

#217 -Lithium Battery Amp Hours - What You Need To Know 06.04.2026

Lithium batteries are especially good for boondock camping for many reasons that I cover in this podcast.  And lots of RV owners are switching to lithium battery banks. But how many batteries do you need? And how many amp hours of power will do the job for you? This podcast helps answer that question! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS...

#216 - The Biggest RV Myths And Lies Exposed! 30.03.2026

There is an incredible amount of misinformation about RVs and RV travel and camping that is spread around online and many people have begun to believe these untruths. So this podcast helps set the record straight about some of the biggest myths and lies about RVs and RVing! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/...

#215 - You Need To Buy A Smaller RV .... And Here's Why! 23.03.2026

One of the biggest decisions that RV buyers have to make is how big the RV should be. And many new RVers make one mistake after another in this area before they get it right. So this podcast explains how buying a smaller RV to begin with can be the best decision! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET...

#214 - The Best Built Couples RV Motorhomes For 2026 16.03.2026

A motorhome RV is a great way to see the country and to enjoy RV camping at its best.  And many couples like to experience their RVing adventures in a motorhome. But which brands should you choose from to make sure that you get an RV that has good overall build quality? This podcast lists some of the best choices you can make! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An R...

#213 - RV Quality vs Comfort And Why Women Are Needed In This Industry! 09.03.2026

The #1 priority in buying an RV should always be that it is built with good overall quality construction and processes. But what about comfort and livability? And how can women improve the RV industry in the future? This podcast answers those questions! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUY...

#212 - RV Ceramic Coating - Is It Worth It? Do You Need It? 02.03.2026

There's a lot of talk going around online about applying a ceramic coating to RVs. And there is a lot of misinformation about that process just like there is about many things related to the RV industry and RVing in general. But this podcast explains what you need to know about ceramic coatings and helps you decide whether you really need one or not! My previous videos about washing and waxin...

#209 - The Best 2026 Starlink Alternatives For Mobile RV Internet 23.02.2026

Starlink works really well as an internet connection service for many RVers, but not for everyone. So what are the best alternatives for RVing travelers who need solid, fast and reliable internet service pretty much wherever they go? Find out in this podcast! Here is the link to the MVNO I recommended in this podcast - https://mobilemusthave.com/ 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How...

#211 - No More RV Water Damage - Here's How It's Possible! 16.02.2026

The biggest enemy of RVs is water damage. It just breaks them down from the inside out! But this podcast showcases some of the newest RV construction processes that can eliminate the possibility of RV water damage. Listen in to find out how it works! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING...

#210 - Shockingly Low RV Cargo Capacity - A Disturbing Trend In The RV Industry! 02.02.2026

Every RV has a capacity for cargo weight that allows you to take things along with you in your RV and not overload the RV. But at the recent 2026 Tampa RV Super Show I observed a really disturbing trend toward shockingly low cargo capacity that many RVer will not know about until after the have bought the RV. So this podcast explains what the problem is and how you can avoid it! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYIN...

#208 - The RVIA - Why Aren't They Doing A Better Job With RV Quality? 26.01.2026

Almost every RV comes with a sticker that shows that it is approved by the RVIA. So what is the RVIA? And why don't they make sure that RVs in general are built to better quality standards? The answers are in this podcast! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - &q...

#207 - The Biggest Mistakes That Costs New RVers Lots Of Money 19.01.2026

There is a learning curve to RVing, and unfortunately, new RVers just don't know what they don't know. So they tend to make a lot of costly mistakes right away. But isn't it better if they know about these mistakes beforehand and can avoid them altogether? This podcast explains some of the most expensive mistakes new RVers make and how to make better choices instead. The video I men...

#206 - How Do You Find The Best RV Inspector Before You Buy An RV? 12.01.2026

Using an RV inspector before you purchase an RV is your single best defense against getting a problem RV that will cost you lots of money. But how do you choose the right inspector and get the best inspection possible? This podcast answers that question! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BU...

#205 - The Top 5 Used RV Red Flags That Could Say "Don't Buy This RV!" 05.01.2026

Buying a used RV can easily lead to just getting a problem RV that turns into a nightmare of constant repairs. But it doesn't have to be that way! This podcast explains the top 5 red flags that can alert you to big problems and save you from getting an RV money pit! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPL...

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