Caravan Parts and Accessories Guide | RV Parts Express

An RV is much like a house on wheels. It’s a holiday home that facilitates exploration which can give you years of enjoyment for the whole family. Much like a home, your RV will need certain maintenance procedures to prolong its lifespan, giving you many additional years of comfort and freedom.

Being proactive when it comes to maintenance is the best way to ensure that your RV will never let you down. In this blog, we will discuss how to extend the lifespan of your RV with preventative maintenance so that your vehicle will continue to serve you for years to come.

There are few places on Earth where it pays to be more aware of the extremes Mother Nature is capable of producing than Australia. Here at RV Express, we put together a list of precautionary steps you should consider before embarking on any RV trip and how to best prepare yourself for the worst Australia can throw at you.

Manufacturers will always recommend allowing trusted, experienced professionals to service and maintain your RV wherever possible. And that is generally good advice, however, there are maintenance actions you can and must perform yourself in-between services if you want to extend the life of your vehicle.

When diving into the exciting, liberating world of RV trips, it soon becomes apparent that space is not one of the luxuries the lifestyle allows. But with some inventive, resourceful ideas to help make the most of every possible nook and cranny, you can soon learn how to effectively organise and maximise space in your RV.

After a hard day exploring the great outdoors, there is nothing greater than a nice hot shower to wash away the glorious Australian dust. And nothing should be allowed to ruin your enjoyment, certainly not questions like: Will there be any hot water? Will there be enough water pressure to rinse away more than the tiniest amount of dust?

Miserable water pressure is the stuff of nightmares in an RV, so the team here at RV Parts Express got together to discuss the main culprits in compromised water pressure and our tips and tricks to resolve the issue as fast as possible.

There are few more important items in your travelling rig than your RV hot water system and it is one of the appliances guaranteed to get regular, often heavy usage. Hot water in your RV is an essential element in making camping immeasurably more comfortable and convenient. It is also one of the more complex items on board if you are not too familiar with how it works and this can be a major, frustrating issue at times when the system refuses to cooperate and function as intended.

When you make the most of your awning space, an RV can really start to feel like a home from home. Often, so much work goes into creating the perfect interior that the awning can often be forgotten. However, the possibilities can be endless when it comes to transforming this space into something cosy, comfortable, and fun. In this article, we will explain how to maximise your outdoor space with some of the best tips from seasoned RV holidaymakers. We have all seen videos and blogs of some incredible RV set-ups, but how do they do it? You'll be surprised by the impact of these simple ways to enhance your awning.

Awning operations vary by brand/type and user personal preferences or procedures. Ensure you take care at all times when operating your awning. Take care at all times to ensure the awning does not "spring" in or out and cause you or others harm. This article and the information within are intended for general consumption and not specific advice; vinyl installation should be carried out by a professional

When it comes to the most essential elements of any camping experience in Australia, there can be few more crucial than an RV awning. It serves to expand your living space and provide you with an outdoor area protected from the sun. Shade is a game-changing factor when the temperatures soar and it also provides a handy shelter from the rain should it decide to pour down and try to ruin your camping experience. 

When you have invested in an RV and discovered the joys that it can bring, you will also discover that it is worth putting in a little extra effort to make your experience as comfortable as possible. We want to let you in on a few things that can enhance your experience and maximise the space in your RV. If you have taken your RV onto a campsite, we are sure you have felt RV envy as you look around at everyone’s set-up.