Running Wires Through RV Walls // How To

Installing new electronics? How do you keep wires hidden in your RV? See how I ran a new rear view camera cable the full length of the RV along the chassis and through the walls.

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MORE TIPS for RUNNING WIRES IN YOUR RV
Whether you’re installing new gear, hooking up solar power equipment, or doing some RV electrical work, finding places to run wires through your RV takes a bit of preparation and detective work.

You’ll want to keep all new wires and cables hidden. Here are a few TIPS FOR A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION:

1. Spend the time to carefully plan out the best wire path before running any wires or cable
2. Locate and reuse existing wire paths through walls and cabinets
3. Locate hidden compartments in cabinets and walls. Most cabinets have a hidden area about 2 inches high in the bottom or side where all the wires for lights and electricity run through.
4. Wrap all electrical connections and splices with electrical tape to secure and protect them
5. Use zip/cable ties and flex tubing to keep wires organized and neat (even if they are out of sight)
6. Use screws to fasten wall and cabinet panels that are frequently accessed.

Apply these tips and your equipment will look like it was professionally installed.

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This video also addresses these topics: RV wiring, rv rear view camera, rv rear view camera installation, rear view camera replacement, rear view camera monitor, how to run coax cable in rv, fish wire in rv walls

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[RVwithTito]

I added MORE WIRING TIPS in the video description. Cheers! Brian

[roest]

Thank you for the clear instructions and no obnoxious background music.

[skunkedagain]

Brian, perfect, I need to do the same today and didn't know anything about the false wall removal. Thanks for sharing

[thcall]

Thanks. I am changing my camera. I thought I could go through the outer hole. Never thought about your way. Thanks again.

[bensonlew]

Just got a old vintage Motorhome and had no idea where to you....wonder full and now I'm filled with ideas..

[cathyann]

I always wondered how the cables were run in my RV. Now I know. I know what to look for to find them. This is a valuable video, Brian. Thank you!

[sabrinakinnison]

Yes this is wonderful video. My husband gutted a 1992 C class RV. I have been staring at all the wires. Searching though your videos for roof repairs.

[brucesannino]

I come to the RV world from the marine world, boats, yachts and ships. In all circumstances eletrical conductors must be secured against lost motion, (chafe) and protected from water intrusion. For that reason conductors are usuallt run through conduits. Thats called a race. When it comes to yachts several builders put a messenger in conduits when the vessel is built. A messenger is a piece of string. When a conductor has to be added, it and another messenger is pulled through the race with the first messenger. In long straight wire runs the messenger is sometimes a continuous loop of string, (light stuff). Anyway, I'm a subscriber to your posts. I really enjoy your attention to detail and workmanship.

Best!

[alfredstaude]

Run a Breakerbar in the RV - that`s hurts .... But the Solution is great. I ran in a nearby situation - now i know that i must remove the Carpet... Very good Advice for DIY. Many Thank`s for that. Best Regards, Alfred

[nonrevhogan]

Like that the camera is actually in the rear view mirror. Cool. I’d say you pretty much know every corner of that rig. Nice job 👍

[Windkisssed]

Thank you. I was very informative in simplified my expectations of when I do something like that.

[charlotte]

Thank you for your video and it did help. I also need to replace my rear camera. Sometimes it’s hard to think about tearing down a wall in your motor home. But here we go. 😄

[KeriKalmbach]

It was great to meet you at the XScapers Bash!

[markbigler]

Hi Brian, great video very helpful. I especially like adding the screws for easy access for the next time. Great idea you are so helpful in so many ways. Thank you so much for all the videos you make.

[joeinopksw]

This video and your others, have helped a lot; getting ready to mount a rear view camera on my recently purchased 2008 Four Winds Majestic. From removing the flooring to taping and repainting, and purchasing the ‘Slim Shade Door Window’, through your link. I’m grateful for your leads. Thank you.

[tinkeringwithelectronics]

Thanks so much. And I really like the idea of putting screws back.

[recplace]

Man you are so my speed! I watched this and said I wish more people would watch and do what he does! Great advice and confidence builder for other RVer’s! Love your videos

[goldnowbanc]

Marvelous video! Thank you for sharing! We have MAJOR upgrades to do to our RV and I didn't want to pay $100/hr for someone else to run the cabling! VERY good video!

[melissasauer]

Thank you! This makes me feel a little more brave to tackle.

[EDLaw-woit]

What a timely video! I am going to attempt just that this week. Thanks a ton Tito. Havagudun and stay safe.