Your travel trailer is usually warning you long before something fails.

In this episode of RV Canucks, we’re talking about 4 major travel trailer problems that should NEVER be happening — and why most of them are completely preventable.

We cover:

• trailer tires rubbing the wheel wells,
• repeated RV tire blowouts,
• excessive truck squat when towing,
• and trailers that don’t tow straight down the highway.

The common thread behind all of them? Hidden weight and poor loading habits.

We also dive into the sneaky ways RVs become overloaded over time:

• full water tanks,
• tools and spare parts,
• generators,
• e-bikes,
• camping gear,
• solar upgrades,
• batteries,
• and renovations that quietly add hundreds of pounds.

Plus, we explain one of the biggest misunderstandings in RVing:

Your trailer’s GVWR does NOT assume your tanks are full.

If you tow a travel trailer, fifth wheel, or toy hauler, this episode could save you from expensive repairs, dangerous towing issues, or a roadside disaster.


In This Episode

• What “tire rub” means and why it happens
• Signs your RV suspension may be overloaded
• Why repeated tire blowouts are rarely just bad luck
• How improper cargo loading affects towing stability
• What excessive truck squat is really telling you
• Why your trailer may not be towing straight
• The hidden weight RV owners commonly overlook
• Why water tanks dramatically affect trailer weight
• Understanding GVWR, payload, axle ratings, and cargo capacity
• Practical ways to reduce trailer weight safely

Check out Episode 22 for more on the "Weight Budget" and why it matters

Key Takeaway

Most catastrophic RV failures start as small preventable problems.

Your trailer usually gives warning signs first — the key is recognizing them before they become expensive or dangerous.

Listener Question

What’s one thing you removed from your RV and realized you never actually needed?

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In this episode, we continue our East Coast RV trip with Nova Scotia — starting with the Fortress of Louisbourg, then on to Mira River Provincial Park, The Ovens, and Lunenburg. We share what worked, what we’d skip on a short trip, and the planning lessons that can help other weekend-warrior RVers make the most of their own Nova Scotia adventure.

We also talk about the Canada Strong Pass, which offers free admission to national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas administered by Parks Canada from June 19 to September 7, 2026.

Links mentioned in the episode

• Canada Strong Pass: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/canada-pass/about.html
• The Ovens Natural Park: https://www.ovenspark.com/
• Mira River Provincial Park: https://novascotia.com/listing/mira-river-provincial-park/
• Northumberland Ferries: https://www.ferries.ca/ns-pei-ferry
• Lunenburg UNESCO World Heritage Site: https://parks.canada.ca/culture/spm-whs/sites-canada/sec02k
• Bluenose II: https://bluenose.novascotia.ca/
  
  

Sea Glass Beach

• Sea glass beach map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kjrQpyvtdYJAqpUH6

Places and notes from this trip

• Fortress of Louisbourg: great RV parking, but allow extra time because the roads are windy and narrow and the Fortress can start closing earlier than expected.
• Mira River Provincial Park: a good overnight stop in Cape Breton, with waterfront camping and easy access to Sydney and nearby attractions.
• The Ovens: a scenic coastal stop with campsites, hot showers, and access to the famous sea cave trail.
• Lunenburg: a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a strong maritime history, colorful waterfront streets, and the iconic Bluenose II.
• Lunenburg RV Park: https://maps.app.goo.gl/e6HL5snu4WAktTvc8

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Presented by Niagara Trailers — your trusted source for RVs, trailers, and camping adventures across Ontario.

This week on The RV Canucks, we’re catching up with our good friend Ben, who recently made the leap from a C-Class motorhome to a travel trailer. He joins Dan to share what buying a trailer in 2025 really looks like — from finding the perfect rig at the Niagara Trailers booth at the RV show, to the purchase process, pickup day, and finally, that first tow.

Ben talks about learning the ropes as a new tower, setting up weight distribution, and gaining confidence on the road. Whether you’re thinking about switching setups or just love a good new-rig story, this episode is packed with practical tips, laughs, and first-hand insights you won’t want to miss.

📝 Show Notes

• Why Ben decided to switch from a C-Class to a trailer
• The RV show experience and how Niagara Trailers made the process easy
• What to expect from pickup day and dealer walkthroughs
• Tips for towing as a newbie
• Weight distribution and setup must-knows
• Building confidence on the road
• Ben’s biggest takeaways from his first few trips

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