The Smart RVer Podcast Eric Stark

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RVer Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down! Let's Talk Everything RV!
 

Enjoying the RV Life: Eric talks about how RV maintenance can seem overwhelming and how you can ease that tension with some know-how. Maintenance is really nothing to be intimidated by. It can be a way to get to know your RV much better and keep up with the little quarks your RV inevitably has. Therefore, you will be more confident on the road, which is precisely what we want for our RV listeners.

Staying On The Road: In this section, Eric discusses Lithium batteries and who needs them. Lithium batteries can be a great resource but also a big expense. Understanding how they work, and other details can be crucial in helping you decide if lithium is the right choice for you.

The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis talk about Mystic CT. They detail how cool this little East Coast town is and what there is to do there. It was made famous through a 1980’s movie called “Mystic Pizza.” They still have a pizza parlor in the town, so if you’re in the area, check it out!

RV Envy: Eric talks about converters and how to use them. He explains what you need to know for using and changing out a converter. Eric is a fountain of knowledge for all things converters, so if you’re wondering about converters, just give Eric a call.
Power Converters Made Easy

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This is Eric Stark with The Smart RVer Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down!
Enjoying the RV Life: Towing anxiety! Do you have it? Many people are not as smooth at towing a trailer or a 5th-wheel as they should be. Even if you are a passenger most of the time, it is still essential to have towing skills in case of an emergency or situation. Eric has advice on how to become a better tower and how to do it safely.  RVSafety


Staying On The Road: Eric discusses how to get ready to hit the road this season! He advises about what to bring and how to know what you need in advance so that you have a fabulous trip and not a trip filled with undue stress! It's essential to prepare in advance for RV trips even if you’re an experienced RVer.
The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis travel to the historic New Orleans! Even big cities can be RV-friendly if you know how to do it correctly! They highlight the best spots to eat and sightsee so that you can plan your best trip ever!
RV Envy: RV Fresh Water Hoses! Eric explains the Good, Better, Best Concept for RV Water Hoses and how to choose the right one.

 

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RVer Podcast, delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down!

Enjoying the RV Life: How to find the perfect job on the road! The goal is to enjoy the RV life as much as possible, including finding a way to cover the costs of your adventure! Whether you need a little or a lot of income, Eric and Alexis can help you find something that fits your needs.

Staying On The Road: De-winterizing! It's a scary word to some, but not if you are part of The Smart RVer nation! Eric can put your fears to rest if you pay attention to his advice on how and when to properly de-winterize your RV. He tells you all about the do’s and don'ts of getting your RV ready to go this spring.


The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis delve into the wonderful world of Mugu State Park. The state park is an amazing place to visit! It has so much to offer from the views to the wildlife that is prominent in the area. The ocean offers a lot of activities for water lovers!


 RV Envy: Water filters! Eric explains how important is to have one or more water filters to make your water more appealing smelling, even if it doesn't make it potable! Having a filter or two can really save your bacon!
Water Filter Video

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This is Eric Stark with The Smart RVer Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down!

Enjoying the RV Life: Eric and Alexis delve into the world of packing the correct equipment in your RV for every trip! Its vital that you have what you need but you don’t overdo it either! It’s important to be smart when it comes to knowing what you need! 

Staying On The Road: Eric emphasizes the significance of an RV as a substantial financial and emotional investment. He stresses the importance of maintenance to prevent the deterioration of this investment, particularly when the RV is a means to fulfill family activities and travel goals. The maintenance process is portrayed as manageable, requiring confidence, knowledge of personal skill limits, and basic tools.

The maintenance checklist includes various systems such as electrical, water, sanitation, appliances, ventilation, roof, house structure, LP (propane) system, and chassis. Eric advises on the need for tools but emphasizes that an extensive or top-of-the-line tool set is unnecessary. He also recommends keeping basic parts on hand, especially when traveling or when businesses are closed.

Eric acknowledges the availability of maintenance guides and YouTube videos but notes that they serve as general guides and individual experiences may differ. He compares an RV to a house, highlighting the complexity of its systems and suggesting that certain maintenance tasks may be within one's expertise while others may require professional assistance. The key is understanding the RV's various systems and navigating maintenance accordingly. 

The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis travel over to Cody Wyoming and share all the gems that lay there! Its a great place to visit as a family and learn about the wild wild west! There's a big cowboy culture that you’re sure to enjoy, even if it's new to you or not exactly your thing! Plus if you have kids, this is the ideal place to visit.
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RV Envy: Eric talks about why you need to get yourself some sewer hose supports! Slunky and Camco carry some really good products and you can be sure to get what you need from either of these brands. Supports come in very handy at RV parks and help the sewage flow more easily!  

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RV Roof Magic

This is Eric Stark with The Smart RVer Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down!

Enjoying the RV Life: Eric and Alexis discuss how you can be prepared for an emergency on the road. This type of assurance and preparedness can give RVers the peace of mind they need when traveling. It’s vital to have a first aid kit whether you’re traveling with or without family. Things happen, so being well equipped can make a huge difference in feeling safe and knowing how to handle scary situations.
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Staying On The Road: Eric discusses the fluctuations in the RV industry over the years, influenced by economic factors, fuel prices, wars, and interest rates. He highlights how the industry experienced a boom after 2008/09 but underwent a gradual decline in quality. The pandemic led to a surge in demand, but the industry faced challenges like employee turnover and quality issues.

Eric suggests to enter maintenance mode due to the industry slowing down. He advises against buying new or used RVs at this time, expressing concerns about the industry's focus on efficiency and technology rather than addressing quality concerns. Instead, he recommend improving and fixing existing RVs, cautioning that selling a pandemic RV to buy a post-pandemic one may not solve underlying problems.

The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis take a road trip to Seattle Washington where they highlight some of the must-see areas surrounding the city! They talk about the great outdoors and how to take advantage of every moment you can as an RVer. The proximity to the city can also carry a special opportunity for last-minute supplies you may have forgotten for your RV adventure.
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RV Envy: Eric tells us all about the “new” interstate battery that lives twice as long as other batteries! This is exciting for RVers because we all want to buy less and buy smart! RVers want to be independent and ready to go and they don’t want to be slowed down by the likes of a lame battery with a short life! So check out the EFB Interstate batteries on the SmartRVPartsCenter.com. 

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This is Eric Stark with The Smart RVer Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down!
Enjoying the RV Life:
In this episode, Eric & Alexis give some pointers on how to party while RVing. Actually, they give some pointers about having small parties in the RV park. An RV Party can be with a group of your friends, or you can put something together in an RV Park and invite your neighbors. Everyone loves a good party, and there is no better place to have a party than in an RV. Get together with friends, family, and neighbors, and have a good time!

Staying On The Road:
Today everyone loves a flat-screen TV; there is no better screen to watch your favorite movie or show on, big and flat. Even though RV manufacturers seem to love the idea of providing a pretty awesome product, they tend to screw it up. Eric explains what to look for when replacing a Flat Screen TV in your RV if it breaks or falls off the wall. Not all flat-screen TVs should be mounted in an RV. The backing plates are not designed to take the beating an RV often provides while going down the road. 

The Next Stop:
Alexis takes us on an adventure to New Mexico to enjoy the annual Ballon Festival held in Albuquerque, usually held in October when the weather is perfect and the skies are clear.
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RV Envy:
Eric explains the benefits of using premade plastic leveling blocks and the importance of leveling your RV. Today wood has become almost as expensive as plastic and can be a bit of a hassle to use. Wood is great but, plastic has made its way as the new wood replacement product.
RV Levels on YouTube

Our Online Resources:
The Smart Rver YouTube Channel - Check Out Our No-Nonsense YouTube Videos
Sunpro Mfg - RV Sunshade, Windshield Covers & Slide Out Awning Fabrics
Hot Boat Ropes - Marine Cordage- Anchor Lines, Dock Lines, Tow Lines etc.
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