Leaving tow bar connected to MH

[RRTom]

How many of you leave the tow bar on the motor home after you return from an outing? What are the possible cons?

[rk911]

RRTom wrote:
How many of you leave the tow bar on the motor home after you return from an outing? What are the possible cons?

the towbar goes on before we leave for AZ in January and stays on till we put the MH away in November. been doing that since we began towing in 2003. no problems.

[gbopp]

Years ago, when we bought our 96 Southwind, the original owner left the tow bar attached to the receiver. I had no need for a tow bar so I left it in place.
We traveled quite a bit with the bar attached and folded up. It caused no problems and was not in the way.
When I finally removed it, I needed some penetrating oil and a big hammer.
The bar insert and receiver were in good condition.
If you are going to leave it attached, make sure it's lubed well.
Other than that you should have no problems.

[way2roll]

I always store it in the garage. Like anything, prolonged exposure to elements will shorten it's life. By how much, I have no idea. But I paid way too much for my ready elite bars to let them sit outside. Nevermind they might grow legs and walk off. Even when camped I put them in a bin. I have been accused of being fairly meticulous though.