What is the Difference Between a Camper and an RV?

People looking at campers for sale are sometimes uncertain of the different types of recreational vehicles available. RVs, motorhomes, fifth wheels. Some terms, including “RV,” are used to describe all types of mobile living facilities to complicate things even more. We put together this post to explain the differences between common types of campers.

RV Repair Services to Consider

There are some services you can do yourself, but RV dealers like Nohr’s RV Center have the experience, tools, and parts to handle even complex services. Even the things you do yourself will benefit from having the parts and knowledge nearby to draw from as you need it. At Nohr’s, we can even help you prep an RV for resale including consignment services to help you sell it.

RV Holding Tanks: Useful Advice From Your Local RV Dealers

Ask any RV dealers and they will tell you that proper maintenance of your holding tanks can make your adventures more enjoyable. There are specially developed sanitizers for use in RV holding tanks, but a 1:4 solution of bleach water will be sufficient for most applications.

Securing Your RV's Interior for Travel

Since our founding in 1960 Nohr’s RV Center has been Tracy, California’s premier RV dealers, and we’ve heard a lot of stories related to items left unsecured when the motorhome is on the move. From common things like a child’s pointed toy on the floor to mysterious leaks and broken glass, there are quite a few hazards that could be easily avoided by performing an interior inspection before you leave the driveway.

Travel Trailers For Sale: 6 Advantages

When you began shopping for a motorhome, you probably noticed that travel trailers for sale have some advantages over RVs. To help you make a more informed purchasing decision, Nohr’s RV Center wanted to list some of the key advantages of owning a travel trailer rather than any type of motorized travel vehicle.

Estimate the cost of your next RV trip

The RV life offers an enticing way to see the country, but don’t fall into the trap of thinking it’s a cost-free, carefree lifestyle. You may need RV repair services along the way, and you will definitely have to eat and fuel your motorhome. To help you get an idea of what your travel plans are going to cost, we have listed the major costs associated with RV travel along with some tips on how to plan for them.

RVing with Pets

If you have pets, it is important to consider them as early as when you start looking at motorhomes for sale. Buying an RV that is suitable for pets may not require any special considerations, but making sure you select an RV which is friendly to pets is essential.

RV Plumbing Problems - How to avoid them

A lot of requests for RV repair services could be eliminated by following some simple plumbing tips. You probably should still get your tanks cleaned and your lines flushed at least once a year, but take advantage of these hacks to save you time and troubles while you are on the road.

Tips for Finding a Good RV Park

Selecting a good RV park can be challenging. RV dealers are usually a good source of local information, and many can give you good advice on the national level as well. But there are some great tips to help you choose wisely from the choices you have available.

Prepare Your RV for a Spring Roadtrip

A few timely RV repair services to prepare your RV for a Spring road trip can a lot of time, money, and aggravation. Getting everything in order and great working condition before you leave home will prevent being left at the mercy of others somewhere down the road, plus the added benefit of knowing that your next road trip will be safe and well-supplied.

Spring Cleaning: The Best Way to Clean Your RV

To avoid having to clean it twice, take your RV in for regular maintenance and RV repair services before you start. Then treat your RV as though you just drove it off the lot. Think back to when you were still looking at motorhomes for sale and how you examined every detail and shined every fixture. A complete RV detail is also a great way to locate potential problems or damages before they become an issue.

Servicing your Motorhome

Doing any necessary RV repair services needs to be taken care before the travel season begins. This goes for things like the engine and tires as well as verifying that the living space is in order and functioning properly. To give you an idea of what servicing your motorhome includes, we thought it would be a good idea to talk about the four types of maintenance your motorhome requires.

Creative RV Storage Solutions

RV dealers in our third generation of family operation, we understand how hard it can be to keep the interior of your motorhome from becoming cluttered. That’s why we went in search of some great ideas that reduce the clutter and make life on the road a little easier. Think of the following suggestions as starting points to indicate methods you can use throughout your RV.

Manufacturer Spotlight: Cricket Trailer

The folks at Nohr’s RV Center are more than RV enthusiasts - they are outdoors enthusiasts. In addition to motorhomes and fifth wheel living spaces, we also love to go where the more luxurious RVs cannot reach. It is still nice to have a roof against the elements and walls against the winds - a niche that is perfectly filled by Cricket Trailers.

Buying Local: Test Driving RV Options at your Local RV Dealer

Nohr’s RV Center has sold a full line of RVs and travel homes since 1970, and we fully understand that every vehicle handles a little differently, as well as major differences in Class A and C motorhomes. We recommend taking a test drive to both evaluate the vehicle and to get a feel for how it handles.