RV Storage Covers

In the winter many of our customers want to cover their RV units to avoid leak issues. This is a great idea especially here on the Wet Coast, I mean West Coast. The West Coast is known to develop a little rain and snow from time to time. Alot of people cover their units with a tarp. Now this is a good idea provided an air-space is left between the RV's roof and the tarp. This will allow air circulation and prevent condensation. Wrapping your RV up tight with a tarp will usually cause more condensation damage than the leaks it may prevent. Another option is a custom fit RV Storage Cover. These covers are designed to envelope the entire unit. The material used is called Polypropylene. This material is rugged, water repellent and still breaths to let out vapour and condensation. And if you the cover when your your unit is clean, its still clean when you take it off. Not covered in black streaks, pine needles and moss. We can get these covers for most Motorhomes, Travel Trailers, Fifth Wheels, Campers and Toy Haulers. Want a quote click here to contact us.



Black Water Holding Tanks


There are a number of things you must do to ensure your black water holding tank functions as it should. One of the biggest mistakes that is made is leaving the black water tank gate valve open when set up in a park with full service. This is OK for the grey water tank as it will flow, because its sink and shower water. If the black water tank valve is left open the fluids will run and the solids will stay causing a mountain of you know what in the tank. This will eventually lead to a clog in the black water holding tank and it is challenging to find someone to fix this. The proper method of using the black water tank is to keep the valve closed while in use. Use RV toilet waste digester to break down the solids and control any odors. Drain the black water tank when it is at least half full or more. It is a good idea to close the black water tank valve after draining and flush with clean water and drain again. Once the tank is drained and flushed, we put about a gallon of water and 2 ounces of waste digester down the the toilet. You are now ready for your next trip. There are many waste digesting products available. Some are liquid, some are powder and some are tablets. Most are very effective if used as directed.

3'' Black Water Tank Gate Valve

 

Liquid Waste Digester

 



2003 Newmar London Aire 4557

This top model was specially built for the Newmar family in 2003 and comes with 7 page order sheet, here are just a few of the options. The 2003 Newmar London Aire 4557 is originally from the US and can be licensed in either country. It is powered by 500 horsepower Cummins turbo diesel on a Spartan chassis. Fully painted body, two slides and 3 solar panels. External vehicle proximity with warning signal, 12 Kw generator, Tag wheels, Central vacuum, Water softener, Power drivers window, Washer and dryer, Dishwasher, Side by Side fridge, Large sink, Cooktop Microwave, Corian countertops, Custom ceiling lighting, Main Air Conditioned 24,000 BTU and Basement Air Conditioning 9,000BTU, Freezer in basement, Leather airride driver seat, Both seats powered with vibrators. Easy bed sofas with drawers, Ceramic roof coating, Tire pressure sensor, 50 amp power, Star Choice satellite. This coach is competively priced for both the US and Canadian market. Also will come with a safety report so you know exactly what your buying. If you want to view this unit or other Class A's we have in stock click HERE





LED Lights for RV'S

LED Lighting for RV's has come a long way in the last few years.  I remember buying some of the first LED bulbs a few years ago and paying $65 per bulb.  These early bulbs were outrageously expensive and provided very dim light.  Fast forward to today and we have a great selection of bulbs available in the $20 to $35 dollar range.  These new bulbs are very bright and expected to last about 10,000 hours.  The real bonus for people that dry camp, or camp without a 110 power supply, is that they use 90% less power than a standard bulb.  Most types of bulbs are now available and many LED lights come with adapters for screw in or press in style connections.  We also have complete interior fixtures with dimmers, LED taillights and LED clearance lights.  Now is a great time to upgrade your RV to LED lighting.

Starlight Revolution LED bulbs

ECO-LED bulbs



Green Longlife LED fixture

Bargman LED clearance lights

LED tailights



What's the deal with Truck Camper Jacks?

There are a number of Camper Jack manufacturers. These include Hijacker, Happijac, Atwood, Rieco Titan and Brophy. The most common in these parts would be the Hijacker hydraulic jacks. Hijacker jacks were made in Victoria British Columbia by Victoria Industries for many years. Recently Victoria Industries was sold to Demco and they will not continue manufacturing camper jacks. This is a shame really, because we could easily get rebuild kits for these jacks and now they are no longer available. The other maker of hydraulic jacks is Rieco Titan, which are not very common in this neck of the woods. Today most manufacturers use Happijac screw type jacks. They are available with a manual crank or 12 volt electric motors. Atwood makes a screw type jack, available with a manual crank or 12 volt electric motor. Rieco Titan has a tripod jack available. These jacks are manual screw type and usually get unbolted and removed, or swing up under the campers wing wall. Lastly, there are Brophy jacks, common on campers of the 70's and 80's. These have a winch and cable and are not very portable.

Hijacker Hydraulic Jack

Atwood Electric Jack

Rieco Titan Screw Jack

Happijac Electric

Brophy Jack

When Do Your Dreams Begin?

If you've turned on the news recently, you've probably been subjected to a litany of depressing statistics, economic disaster and global crises.  The world is constantly in turmoil, the economy is in the toilet, and we should all just pull the covers over our heads and hide it out. Hurry up and wait for things to change seems to be a popular plan.  So many people plan their whole lives for their dream trip, only to put it off because things seem uncertain.  How many people do you know that work their entire adult life, dreaming of retirement, only to pass on a few months into it.  What are we waiting for?  Everyday, customers come in telling us that they've planned their RV trip for years, but they're waiting until things "settle down".  When was the last time things were settled? If there's one thing we've learned, it's that there are no guarantees. If your dream is to get out on the open road, see the country, live the rv lifestyle- do it!  You don't know what's around the corner.  Stop worrying about the future- live the present.  Go RVing!

Hub City RV's New Parts Department

Now that we're all settled in to our new location, we finally have our Parts Department up and running. We have a fantastic selection of RV parts, and accessories, with more on the way; hitches, batteries, plumbing, electrical and more, including a great selection of vintage parts for those classic RV's.

Conveniently located in Lantzville, just minutes past Nanaimo, our Parts Department is open from Monday to Saturday. We're looking forward to seeing you!