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2cAmerica
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Mar 29, 2015

Travel Check List

Before FT'ers turn the igination key to travel to the next location is there a Check-list of tasks and/or activities followed? Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Safe travel to all, 2cAmerica :@
  • Me and DH have separate lists, and are still refining it before we get it laminated.
    I have my inside pre departure list which entails the following...
    Fridge closed and latched and bars in if needed
    Little fridge closed and bars in if needed
    Side table stowed
    Safe strapped and locked
    Closet doors closed and latched
    Satellitle dish down
    Windows closed
    Vents closed
    Keurig under sink
    Counters cleared
    Toilet lid closed
    Emergency exit closed
    Shotgun, guns and magazines stored in proper location for destination
    SlIdes closed
    TV to the bed
    Shower head down along with shower stuff( shampoo, etc )
    Lights/ water pump off
    Check and clean top of slides
    Awning and window awnings in
    Check under all tires
    Patio items stored
    I usually start in kitchen and work my way forward
    DH's list
    Water pressure regulator stored
    Tanks dumped and 1/3 fresh water filled
    All tires torqued
    Tire pressures checked
    Fluids checked in truck
    Brake controller checked
    Repeater power off
    Air Hitch Pressure check
    Safety cable attached
    Hitch locked
    Bikes secured and locked
    Ladder secured and locked
    Stabilizers up and locked
    Stinky slinky in place and cap locked
    Compartments locked after hook up and roto choks stored
    Entry steps up and handle across door

    We do a walk around together before we leave and double check everything verbally and physically. We have learned if if are interrupted by anything to start all over again so no mistakes are made. A couple minutes can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars.
    Hope this helps