Looking for maintenance tips for new camper.
I just bought a new 2016 Keystone Couger X-lite 21 RBS with a polar package. I am a bit skeptical about the polar package but I live in Georgia so I’m not to worried. Although I plan to visit family i...
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There's nothing wrong with silicone until it fails. It's not all that durable so it will definitely fail. When it's time to replace it nothing will stick to it, even more silicone. It's pretty difficult to remove from surfaces so proper repairs are time consuming. There are much better alternatives like Dicor.
Wash and wax it just like you would with a car. Stay away from harsh cleaners and abrasive cleaning tools. I use 303 Aerospace Protectant for my decals / dark trim and NuFinish on the rest.
Get up on the roof a couple times a year and inspect caulking and seams for cracks and repair them. While you're up there you can clean the roof. There's no need for wax or anything else up there. Just a little bit of car wash then rinse off.
For the tanks a cheap tank wand is pretty effective at keeping it clean. Some type of lubricating in the tank will help prevent sticking valves. Something like dish soap. Lots of people like to use the GEO method. If you go that route subtract the bleach. It's not necessary, isn't very helpful when it comes to maintaining your seals, and isn't helpful to the septic system you'll be dumping into. It's not like you're going to be washing dishes in the tank or anything. Don't let the toilet seal get dry which can happen when the trailer is stored for long periods. The water evaporates then the seal dries and shrinks. A little bit of cooking oil works.
Keep an eye on your exposed metal bits on your undercarriage for any signs of rust. Stay on top of it to make sure it doesn't turn into bigger problems. Stay on top of your tire pressures especially when it's stored. Letting the tires get low while in storage will help shorten their useful life. Inspect your brake wiring every once in a while for pinch points, chafing, or damage to wires. Last thing you want is to have to try to stop the entire rig at the wrong time because your brakes have failed.
The list goes on and on. Just be mindful about all of the little pieces and create a maintenance schedule for each.
Wash and wax it just like you would with a car. Stay away from harsh cleaners and abrasive cleaning tools. I use 303 Aerospace Protectant for my decals / dark trim and NuFinish on the rest.
Get up on the roof a couple times a year and inspect caulking and seams for cracks and repair them. While you're up there you can clean the roof. There's no need for wax or anything else up there. Just a little bit of car wash then rinse off.
For the tanks a cheap tank wand is pretty effective at keeping it clean. Some type of lubricating in the tank will help prevent sticking valves. Something like dish soap. Lots of people like to use the GEO method. If you go that route subtract the bleach. It's not necessary, isn't very helpful when it comes to maintaining your seals, and isn't helpful to the septic system you'll be dumping into. It's not like you're going to be washing dishes in the tank or anything. Don't let the toilet seal get dry which can happen when the trailer is stored for long periods. The water evaporates then the seal dries and shrinks. A little bit of cooking oil works.
Keep an eye on your exposed metal bits on your undercarriage for any signs of rust. Stay on top of it to make sure it doesn't turn into bigger problems. Stay on top of your tire pressures especially when it's stored. Letting the tires get low while in storage will help shorten their useful life. Inspect your brake wiring every once in a while for pinch points, chafing, or damage to wires. Last thing you want is to have to try to stop the entire rig at the wrong time because your brakes have failed.
The list goes on and on. Just be mindful about all of the little pieces and create a maintenance schedule for each.
