RVs in Elkhart, IN

Growing up in the RV capital of the world means that I have a lot of exposure to the culture and current events related to RVs. Elkhart, IN is home to the RV Hall of Fame, which displays the history of RV manufacturing, as well as many vintage campers.

Close-up of a blue RecPro RV power converter showing the green LED light and the small voltage adjustment dial labeled 13.0V, 14.6V, and 16.5V. A person below gestures upward toward the dial with text overlay that says, “you’ll see this dial to adjust the voltage."

Why is my RV battery not fully charging?

If your RV battery stops charging around 80% when using a RecPro converter, it’s usually working as intended. Most RecPro converters ship in four-stage smart charging mode, which limits charge to protect lead-acid batteries and extend their lifespan.

3 people working together to slide an air conditioner box to the top of an RV roof.

How do you get a new air conditioner onto the RV roof?

There are 2 main ways that people get the AC lifted up to the roof. When it’s available, they use a forklift. Most people use a ladder and help to slide the box up.

Diagram showing wiring and terminal block connections for a ducted RV air conditioner

How to connect power to a ducted RV air conditioner

Connect the RV air conditioner to a dedicated circuit that meets local wiring codes. Locate the power cord inside the RV and securely connect the active, neutral, and ground wires to prevent shorts or overheating.