{"id":10431,"date":"2018-12-05T12:59:05","date_gmt":"2018-12-05T12:59:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nucamprv.com\/?p=10431"},"modified":"2018-12-05T12:59:05","modified_gmt":"2018-12-05T12:59:05","slug":"5-maintenance-tasks-rv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nucamprv.com\/blog\/5-maintenance-tasks-rv\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Maintenance Tasks for Your RV"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"font-size: 19px; font-weight: lighter;\">Keeping your camper well maintained is key to having it provide many years of safe and comfortable road-tripping. According to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rvuniversity.com\/staticpages\/index.php\/RV_PM_101\">RV Preventive Maintenance 101<\/a>, RV maintenance falls under three category types:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 19px; font-weight: lighter;\">\n<li><strong>Preventive maintenance<\/strong> done before a problem exists.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Scheduled\/routine maintenance<\/strong> performed based on time, mileage or hours, or your manufacturer\u2019s guidelines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Emergency maintenance<\/strong> needed because of component, system or mechanical failure. Plan ahead: Know the location and contact info for camper service providers where you\u2019ll be traveling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-size: 19px; font-weight: lighter;\">The following tasks cover the first two types, which will hopefully help prevent the third! As always, follow the manufacturer\u2019s guidelines for specific recommendations.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Keep a running To-Do list<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>While you\u2019re on the road, make a list of any issues or areas of concern. Slow-draining sink or toilet? Problem with appliances? Rusty or almost-empty propane tank? Fix the issue as soon as you get home to prevent future mid-trip breakdowns.<\/li>\n<li>Worried about possible water leaks? Read <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.rvshare.com\/5-tips-checking-rv-water-damage\/\">5 Tips for Checking Your RV for Water Damage<\/a> to catch problem areas before they become costly fixes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Eyeball your RV<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Give your camper a visual inspection inside and out and from top to bottom. Look for signs of rust or body damage, worn or leaking gaskets, seals or seams, and any roof issues.<\/li>\n<li>While you\u2019re checking tread wear on the tires, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.campersinn.com\/blog\/top-10-tips-to-successfully-maintain-your-rv\">Campers Inn RV<\/a> also suggests tightening your RV\u2019s wheel lug nuts and checking tire pressure.<\/li>\n<li>If your RV has an awning, check it for mold and mildew, any tears, or problems with the supports.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Run a system check<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Test all the electrical components and connections to make sure they are operational. Make sure your hook-up cables are solid.<\/li>\n<li>Test your battery, aiming for a full charge. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.campersinn.com\/blog\/top-10-tips-to-successfully-maintain-your-rv\">Campers Inn RV<\/a>, after three years, the battery on a towable RV starts to lose capacity, while one in a drivable RV can go another two more years before getting a little iffy.<\/li>\n<li>Service the RV generator, and be sure to run it periodically even when it\u2019s stored, says <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.campingworld.com\/at-the-campsite\/10-basic-rv-maintenance-tips-to-keep-your-rv-in-great-shape\/\">Camping World<\/a>. Depending on your type of RV, it may also be time for a fluid change or air, fuel, coolant, and hydraulic filters replacement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Tidy the tanks<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Empty both tanks according to the manufacturer\u2019s directions. (Axle Addict has instructions for both the <a href=\"https:\/\/axleaddict.com\/rvs\/How-to-Care-for-your-RV-Fresh-Water-Tank\">freshwater<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/axleaddict.com\/rvs\/How-to-Care-for-RV-Black-Water-Holding-Tanks\">black water<\/a> receptacles.)<\/li>\n<li>Planning to park your camper for the season? Follow the tips for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reserveamerica.com\/outdoors\/how-to-winterize-an-rv.htm\">winterizing your tanks<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>Create a maintenance schedule<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Track what you did and when you did it. (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rv-boondocking-the-good-life.com\/rvmaintenancechecklist.html\">Goin\u2019 RV Boondocking<\/a> has a great chart online that\u2019s also available as a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rv-boondocking-the-good-life.com\/support-files\/maintenance-checklist.pdf\">downloadable pdf<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvliving.net\/RV%20Maintenance.htm\">RV Living.net<\/a> also has a detailed list.)<\/li>\n<li>Note any potential problem areas that may indicate future problems but not in need of immediate servicing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Keeping your camper well maintained is key to having it provide many years of safe and comfortable road-tripping. 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