Whether you’re a seasoned RV traveler or a newcomer to the sport, it never hurts to hear what others have to say about the joys and the, well, problems of RV life.
Put moth balls near the propane lines of the water heater and refrigerator. This will repel spiders.
Use comet cleanser with bleach to stop ants from entering your RV or campsite. Also, a small amount of Vaseline around any entry points into your RV will stop them from actually entering.
Buy the gallon jug of bug spray from Wal-Mart. When you get to the campsite and get set up, spray your tires, stabilizer jacks and winch on the trailer. That way, when you leave, you don’t take any local ants or roaches home with you.
Prior to storage, take a box of Bounce dryer sheets and place individual sheets in locations that you feel would make ideal “winter homes” for the rodents. I have been told many times that this is the way to eliminate these pests.
To protect your RV’s plumbing, use a water pressure regulator when connected to any water source. To conserve gray-water holding tank space, turn water off when shampooing and soaping up in the shower. Don’t run water while you are brushing your teeth. To avoid odors and blockages, keep black-water holding tank valves closed. Maintain adequate water level. Empty only when the tank is at least half full. To avoid blowouts and tire damage, and to optimize gas mileage, maintain proper tire pressure. Check it often. Use your generator to operate the roof air conditioner instead of the dash A/C. It cools your rig down quicker. Your vehicle’s engine will not get so hot and it will run more efficiently. Get a carbon monoxide detector. Replace the batteries regularly. Make sure your smoke detector works. A couple of fire extinguishers are a must. Clean the top of your slide-outs before closing them up. Don’t forget to change the oil in your generator. Before hitting the road, take one last walk around and through your RV to make sure you have put everything away properly. Be sure your awning is securely fastened before you travel.
Enjoy the RV Life!
Final Touch Coach Works is located at 28532 Livingston Avenue in Valencia. For more information, please call 661-775-8375 or visit www.FinalTouch-USA.com.