Drew Callahan · May 12, 2026
I’m Drew Callahan, and after racking up over 80,000 miles across North America in three different rigs, I’ve seen my fair share of AC units acting up. If your Grand Design Reflection’s AC is grinding, hesitating on startup, or blowing lukewarm air, you might suspect the capacitor or something worse. Here’s the deal: a worn … Read more
Drew Callahan · May 11, 2026
As I, Drew Callahan, reflect on my journey of traveling over 80,000 miles across North America in three different rigs, I find myself diving deep into the common issues that can arise, particularly with the Keystone Sprinter. One of the most frustrating experiences is walking into a Keystone Sprinter with a dead AC. You’ll hear … Read more
Drew Callahan · May 11, 2026
Hello, I’m Drew Callahan. After traveling over 80,000 miles across North America in three different rigs, I’ve learned a thing or two about keeping my RV’s systems running smoothly. One of the most common issues I’ve encountered is with the Alpine’s rooftop AC unit. If yours starts acting up, it will typically show you one … Read more
Drew Callahan · May 10, 2026
As Drew Callahan, I’ve traveled over 80,000 miles across North America, navigating the ins and outs of RV life in three different rigs. One thing I’ve learned along the way is that KZ Durango owners often face issues that aren’t covered in the manual. If your rooftop AC starts grinding, hesitates on startup, or fails … Read more
Drew Callahan · May 10, 2026
The whine hit my ears before I even opened the roof hatch—a high-pitched grinding that shifted into a rattling buzz the moment the compressor tried to engage. After spending over 80,000 miles across North America in three different rigs, I’ve heard that sound too many times to ignore: the capacitor was shot, the fan motor … Read more
Drew Callahan · May 9, 2026
As someone who’s traveled over 80,000 miles across North America in three different rigs, I’ve learned a thing or two about RV maintenance. Most RV owners, including myself at times, often walk away from their AC unit thinking it’s either going to work or it’s going to die—there’s no in-between. What I’ve discovered is that … Read more
Drew Callahan · May 9, 2026
I’m Drew Callahan, and as someone who’s racked up over 80,000 miles across North America in three different rigs, I know the importance of a reliable AC unit. Right now, my Crossroads Redwood is parked in a pull-through site, and I’m looking up at the rooftop AC unit—the same one that has kept me cool … Read more
Drew Callahan · May 8, 2026
“Drew, my AC fan is making this grinding noise and the compressor barely kicks on anymore. Is that a capacitor thing, or am I looking at a whole new unit?” I get that question at least twice a month from Cougar owners, usually sometime in mid-summer when the heat’s already unbearable. Here’s the thing: it … Read more
Drew Callahan · April 14, 2026
I’ve got a capacitor sitting on my bench right now—pulled from a 2018 Coachmen Freelander that rolled in last month. The aluminum casing is bulged at the top, slightly discolored, and if you listen close you can hear the faint rattle of whatever’s come loose inside. That telltale swelling? That’s what tells me everything about … Read more
Drew Callahan · April 13, 2026
“Drew, my View’s AC fan just stopped dead. The unit hums when I flip it on, compressor seems to be running, but nothing’s coming out of the vents. Should I be looking at a new motor or is there something simpler?” That’s the call I got from a friend outside Moab last week — and … Read more
