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Found this one during a service call last week. Customer said their RV a/c wasn't responding to the thermostat at all. N...
09/21/2026

Found this one during a service call last week. Customer said their RV a/c wasn't responding to the thermostat at all. No fan, no compressor, no sound, not even a tripped breaker, which usually means the problem is hiding somewhere between the control board and the unit itself rather than the a/c itself.

I pulled the ceiling cover assembly and there it was. This molex connector, the one that carries power and signal between the control board and the upper a/c unit, was scorched on both ends. A connection like this can look fine from the outside for months while it slowly loosens up inside. Once a pin isn't seated tight, resistance builds, heat builds with it, and eventually you get exactly what you see in this photo. It's a great reminder that RV electrical issues aren't always about a blown fuse or tripped breaker. Sometimes the real culprit is a tiny connection point you'd never think to check unless you know where to look.

Replaced the connector, cleaned everything up, and got cool air blowing again the same day.

This is why I love this job. Every RV throws something different at me and there's always a story behind the fix.

Had a job this week that's a good reminder for anyone running propane appliances in their RV. The owner was going throug...
09/13/2026

Had a job this week that's a good reminder for anyone running propane appliances in their RV. The owner was going through both of her 20 lb. LP tanks every 10 days even though she wasn't using any of her propane appliances. That kind of loss almost always points to a leak somewhere in the system.

I started with an LP detector and a bubble test on the regulator and pigtails, since those are usually the first parts to fail on a propane system. Everything there checked out fine. So I moved to a drop test, pressurizing the system and watching how it held. The pressure went from 9 inches of water column down to zero in about 10 seconds, which confirmed there was a real leak and not just normal fluctuation.

From there it was a process of elimination, tracing the system piece by piece until I found the source. Turned out the LP line running to the furnace hadn't been tightened properly, and it was letting propane escape any time the system was pressurized, whether the furnace was running or not.

If you're burning through propane faster than your appliance usage would explain, don't just assume it's a bad regulator. A proper leak test can save you money and more importantly keep your family safe. If you're in the Albuquerque area and think your RV might have a propane leak, I do mobile RV repair and can run a full system test right at your site.

Why does your RV AC keep tripping the breaker even after it's been cooling great for hours?Had a customer call me with e...
08/30/2026

Why does your RV AC keep tripping the breaker even after it's been cooling great for hours?

Had a customer call me with exactly that problem. The AC would run for hours and cool the rig down perfectly, then the breaker in the RV's electrical panel would trip. It kept happening, over and over.

When I got there, I checked the power coming in from the pedestal first. That was fine. So I started tracing the circuit back through the RV itself, and that's where it got interesting. The 20 amp breaker labeled "AC" wasn't actually interrupting the current to the air conditioner at all. Flip it off and the AC kept running. But when I switched off the adjacent 15 amp breaker labeled "water heater," the AC power died instantly.

The panel had been miswired at the factory. The labels didn't match the actual circuits behind them. A simple fix once you know what you're looking at, but a mistake that could easily leave someone guessing for a long time, or worse, working on the wrong circuit thinking it's dead.

This is a good reminder that electrical panels can be labeled wrong right out of the factory. If your RV AC keeps tripping breakers even though it's cooling fine, don't assume it's the AC unit itself. It could be a wiring or labeling issue further back in the panel.

I do mobile RV repair in Albuquerque and handle RV electrical issues like this one on site, no need to haul your rig anywhere. If something in your RV's electrical system is acting up, I come to you.

This is what a loose connection can do to a 50 amp shore power inlet. Heat built up at the hot leg connection until the ...
08/23/2026

This is what a loose connection can do to a 50 amp shore power inlet. Heat built up at the hot leg connection until the insulation melted right off the wire and the receptacle itself started melting from the inside. This is one of the most common causes of RV electrical fires, and it usually starts small, a slightly loose screw or a worn contact that generates just enough resistance to cook everything around it over time.

I cut back the damaged wiring to clean, undamaged copper and installed a brand new 50 amp power inlet with fresh, tight connections. Problem solved and the RV is safe to plug in again.

If your shore power cord feels warm to the touch, if you smell anything hot or burnt near your power inlet, or if your breaker trips for no clear reason, do not ignore it. Get it looked at before it turns into this. I offer mobile RV repair Albuquerque wide, so I come to you, whether you are at a park, storage lot, or your driveway.

Questions about RV electrical safety? Ask away below, always happy to explain what I'm seeing and why it matters.

Cary's RV Services, mobile rv repair Albuquerque and surrounding areas.

Take a look at these condenser fins from an RV rooftop AC unit, crushed completely flat. My best guess is someone tried ...
08/16/2026

Take a look at these condenser fins from an RV rooftop AC unit, crushed completely flat. My best guess is someone tried to clean or straighten them without the right tools, which can end up doing more harm than good. Crushed fins block the airflow the AC needs to actually cool your rig.

RV rooftop AC units are sealed systems, so the condenser can't be replaced by itself. Once the fins are damaged this badly, the entire unit has to go.

If your RV AC seems to run nonstop without actually cooling, it's worth getting it checked before something else fails too. I handle mobile RV repair all over Albuquerque, AC, electrical, and plumbing, right at your location.

08/08/2026

That's my truck, loaded and ready for the next call. 🛠️

If your RV needs work, here's why more owners around Albuquerque are calling a mobile RV tech instead of towing their rig into a dealer:

No weeks long wait for an appointment. Dealer service departments are often booked out a month or more, especially during camping season.

No towing hassle. I come straight to your driveway, campsite, or storage lot.

You watch the work happen and ask questions in real time. No vague explanation at pickup, just honest RV repair from start to finish.

One tech who covers RV electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances, plus a truck stocked with common parts so most repairs wrap up in a single visit.

Give me a call before you book that dealer appointment.
📞 505 401 5397

No cold air coming out of your RV's AC? 🥵 Before you call for repair, check your filters first! Had a customer this week...
08/02/2026

No cold air coming out of your RV's AC? 🥵 Before you call for repair, check your filters first! Had a customer this week with this exact issue, dirty filters were choking off airflow to the unit. Easy fix, and something every RV owner can do themselves in a few minutes.

During cooling season here in ABQ, get in the habit of checking your RV AC filters every couple weeks, more often if you're parked somewhere dusty. It could save you a costly service call.

Still not getting cold air after checking filters? That usually means something more serious like low refrigerant or an electrical issue, and that's when it's time to call in the pros.

Scorched wires inside an RV electrical transfer switch. 😳I ran into this on a service call here in Albuquerque, and it's...
07/26/2026

Scorched wires inside an RV electrical transfer switch. 😳

I ran into this on a service call here in Albuquerque, and it's a solid reminder of why RV electrical issues shouldn't be put off.

Could be a loose connection that heated up over time. Could be bad power coming from a campground pedestal. Sometimes it's corrosion, sometimes it's wire that just wasn't sized right for the load. A lot of things can cause this, but the result is the same: heat, melted insulation, and a real fire risk if it goes unnoticed.

If you've smelled something burning, noticed warm outlets, flickering lights, or anything electrical that just feels "off" in your rig, get it looked at sooner rather than later.

I come to you for mobile RV electrical inspections and repairs around the Albuquerque area. Camp with confidence. 🔧⚡

📍 Albuquerque, NM 👉 DM me or check the link in bio to schedule

This week has been all about RV air conditioner fan motors. I replaced four of them for customers here in Albuquerque, a...
07/18/2026

This week has been all about RV air conditioner fan motors. I replaced four of them for customers here in Albuquerque, all with the similar symptoms: the AC would run but barely blow any air, or it would just hum and not turn on at all. A worn out fan motor is one of the most common reasons an RV AC stops cooling properly, especially once the weather heats up and the unit is working overtime. I don't keep every fan motor on the truck since there are so many different models out there, but I can usually get the right one ordered and installed within 1 to 2 business days. As a mobile RV repair service I come to you, so there's no need to haul your rig anywhere while you wait on the part. If your RV AC sounds like it's straining or the airflow feels weak, it's worth getting the fan motor checked before it fails completely.

This one's a good example of why not every frozen coil is caused by low refrigerant. Common culprits are restricted airf...
07/12/2026

This one's a good example of why not every frozen coil is caused by low refrigerant. Common culprits are restricted airflow, a dirty coil, or a missing/failed freeze sensor, which is exactly what was going on here. Without that sensor, the system has no way to shut itself down before ice builds up and chokes off the coil completely. Left alone, this leads to compressor damage and a much bigger repair bill.

RV rooftop units are sealed systems, so if yours is freezing up or blowing weak air, it's not something you can just top off. It needs an actual diagnosis to find the real cause.

Mobile RV service here in Albuquerque, I come to you, on-site diagnostics and repair for RV electrical, RV A/C, plumbing, and appliances.

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