5th wheel storage
I have purchased an RV lot in Wisconsin and plan to leave my 2003 Jayco Designer 5th wheel on the lot this winter while I return to Florida. I am looking for suggestions for proper storage besides the...
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Shadow_Grey wrote:
Agree with the above and especially about taking ALL food items out including soaps, toothpaste and such items. Also, clean the camper from top to bottom inside. We also leave dryer sheets in and around the inside the camper to supposedly deter the mice(if nothing else it makes the camper smell nice). I spray the under side and legs/tires of the camper and garage area with pesticide too. If you have a grill or other food related items in the garage, either clean or remove them.
Remove batteries from smoke and propane detectors. Close all shades/blinds so the fabrics don't fade. If it is that long term I would also add a cap full or two of veggy oil to the sink/shower drains so the winterizing solution will not evaporate out the "P" traps stinking up the place. Maybe add it to the toilet to keep the seal from dry rotting too. Make sure to wipe up all pink solution out of the sinks and shower as it will stain.
Make sure you drain the water heater and remove the anode rod/plug.
I would also get skylight plugs to help slow down fabric and vinyl fade. On my next rig, I will also add thermal window shades =inside= the day/night shades, to also help with fade and heat. My fabrics are probably 60% faded, as well as the vinyl flooring and the wallpapers trim has been curling for about 3 years. Also, some paint peeling in the skylight openings both from a couple small water leaks, but mostly from heat and intense sunlight. Even in WI, the UV is a killer.
Lyle
