Preparing Your RV for Winter

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Its that time of year when we start preparing our Campers for the Winter Season. Here is a list of things you will want to do before storing your RV for winter.

Wash your RV thoroughly. Any mildew that has gotten a start will defiantly be out of control by spring. Wash awnings, wheel wells, tires and check all your seals.
Make sure your RV is completely dry before storing it inside or covering it with a cover.
If you store your RV outside consider tire covers. Lighter colored covers keep the tires cooler and help to preserve them longer.
Check everything for cracks, tears, rust, corrosion, loose connections, or any flaw that can worsen while in storage. Fix it now.

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dakzuki · Answer

We are prepared for winter....cold weather clothing for us and the window/cab insulation for the RV. Just loaded some water and we're heading out Sunday for a few days at the coast.

Yeah, we use it all year round.

dave_h_m · Answer

Why would you think i should make sure my fifth wheel is completely dry before I store it in the pole barn.  Uhhh, no go on saying the slides may retain water inside, i usually have them open when in the barn if need be.  :h  On second thought I think you made that post just to stir the pot.  :W

rhagfo · Answer

Dakzuki wrote:We are prepared for winter....cold weather clothing for us and the window/cab insulation for the RV.  Just loaded some water and we're heading out Sunday for a few days at the coast.Yeah, we use it all year round.Washington or Oregon Coast?Same here heading out Monday for a week at South Beach SP here in Oregon, hi temp near or above the 50' and lows high 30' low 40's!!

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