RVs or “recreational vehicles” are a type of vehicle that
can be used for many purposes including travelling, camping and even living. RVs
today come in various shapes and sizes and with different types of features. It
is up to the user to decide what type of RV they need. Although each RV is
different, the fact is that they do have certain things in common.
For example,
users need to take care of the maintenance regularly and in compliance with the
user manual. In addition, RV owners need to take of the storage too. That’s
right, even those who live in an RV occasionally need to leave their motorhome
for a few days.
Storing an RV is not a difficult task, but only if you follow
these preparation tips. By following these tips you can be sure that your RV
will be as good as new once you start using it again.
Take care of the
ventilation
The ventilation system in the RV is not important only for
the people inside the vehicle. When the vehicle is stored it is crucial to keep
the moisture outside. If moisture is present inside the vehicle, it can lead to
occurrence of smell, mildew and mold. According to some experts, the best idea
is to keep only the rooftop vents open. Everything else should be covered.
Check and clean the
seals
You should never store your RV if it isn’t clean. Wash the entire vehicle both inside and outside and use wax if possible. If you use wax
you won’t have to spend hours cleaning the vehicle once it is time to use it
again and it can protect the paint from sun, snow and rain. After that, check
all the seals and see if any seal needs a replacement or repair.
Curtains
When it comes to curtains and blinds, people usually make
the same mistake and choose curtains that are very dark and don’t let any
sunlight inside the vehicle. This is wrong because if there is no light present
inside the RV, there is a great chance to find mold after few months. Use
curtains that allow sunrays to penetrate the interior to some extent.
Bug protection
If the vehicle is inactive, it can become the perfect spot
for bugs. They can dwell inside the vehicle or in the vents. Make sure that all
the openings are blocked and don’t hesitate to use screening for the vents. Of
course, you should also remove all foods and materials (paper or clothes for
example) that can be used by bugs.
Cleaning the tanks
This is very important in case you are storing your RV
during winter time. Tanks should be cleaned regardless of the temperature and
the plumbing system should be left without water if the weather is cold.
Security
As we all know, RVs are very expensive vehicles, so it is no
surprise why criminals are tempted to break inside. The best way to protect the
vehicle is to have someone watch it onsite. You can also get a dog to protect
it. Finally, consider installing an alarm inside the RV.
We hope that these tips will help you store your RV the
right way!
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