Questions for those in the South

[Second_Chance]

Not counting the Westfalia VW pop-top in the '70s, my wife and I just purchased our first "hard-sided" RV (had a Coleman PUP for a while). Based on our location on the Savannah River in SC, I have some questions related to when the TT is not in use (stored at the house). Our summer days are typically in the upper 90s to lower 90s - but I have seen 107 and above on my personal weather station at the house. Our AVERAGE low temp in January is around 33 - but it can get into the teens with cold fronts. The trailer is a 2013 Surveyor Sport 200 by Forest River. My questions:

1. What types of things do or do not do well left in the trailer during the hot months? I'm thinking of things like toiletries, a few cleaning supplies, perhaps some non-perishable food items. How about soft goods like towels and linens. (I know to empty and turn of the frig and prop the doors open for air circulation.)

2. To what extent do you winterize your water systems and do you "blow it" or use antifreeze?

3. I have the option of leaving the trailer plugged in with the battery on board or pulling the battery and storing it in the garage (the latter being more work). If I have a reminder to check the electrolyte levels monthly, is it OK to leave everything plugged in?

4. Anything else you can think of?

Thanks!

Rob

[popeyemth]

I'd make some provision for mice like deterrents: some use cab fresh,some dryer sheets, some peppermint oil. and/or traps and/or poisons.
People have strong opinions as what works or is best .
If your cushions and upholstery are ok your linens will be too.
RV antifreeze is cheap on sale you can do your camper for <$5 but many just blow but you must do a perfect job with air as the water in pockets is the ice that causes damage:)
Do you feel lucky? Hope you don't have a sudden colder-than- normal snap and let it go 😞
There is no best practice on the batt as long as you keep an eye on it.
Good Luck, Mike