Owning a Recreational Vehicle is clearly a great experience.
However, sometimes we can get bogged down with the amount of maintenance one
vehicle might require.
Recently NOAA announced that the El Nino conditions of this
year will continue throughout the winter, meaning that erratic and devastating
weather may be on the horizon. Making sure your RV is properly winterized will
help you be confident that it’ll stand up against the harshest conditions.
Winterizing Your RV
Here’s a list of some of the things you’ll need to winterize
your RV:
- A standard toolkit
- If your RV does not have a water heater bypass option, you’ll need to purchase a water heater bypass kit
- A cleaning wand is the best tool for cleaning the holding tanks in your RV
- 2-3 gallons of non-toxic antifreeze for you to line the plumbing of your RV
- Water pump converter kit or tubing
Options for Winterizing
Now before you begin the RV Winterizing process, make sure
you read the owner’s manual for your RV and follow all of the applicable steps
for your unit. Remember that working with the water heater can be very
dangerous. Do not drain the heater while it is under pressure or hot.
If you’ve never Winterized your RV before, it may be best to
seek some help in order to prevent any damage to your RV that’ll lead to having
to pay for repairs. For any of your questions, call Reines RV at (800) 785-4642
for a consultation. Our Service department also offers Winterization packages
that you could use as well.
Reines RV is your one-stop center for expert answers to your
questions, prompt service, and a fine inventory of new and used RVs. Contact
staff and let them help you choose the ride of your life.