September 28, 2023
Question:
I bought a new 5th wheel and wanted to know what needs regular maintenance?
Answer:
Regular maintenance is essential for the best performance and life of the appliances and RV systems. Listed below are our suggestions for maintenance.
Monthly:
- Check the water level in lead-acid batteries.
- Check the tire pressure.
Yearly:
- Clean and service the A/C.
- Clean and service the water heater.
- Repack bearings and inspect running gear.
- Inspect roof.
- LP pressure check.
- Check the operation, and replace the batteries of the LP Detector, CO2 Detector, Smoke Alarm.
- Service and test the RV batteries.
- Lube the slides and check the slide seals.
- Inspect the coupler and lubricate.
- Sanitize the freshwater system.
- Check the power cord head.
- Check the 7-way trailer plug and clean it with an electrical contact cleaner.
- Check the awning and slide-topper operation and clean the fabric.
- Check the torque on your tire lugs.
Every Other Year:
- Clean and service refrigerator and furnace.
- Check the charging system and test the batteries.
- Deep clean holding tanks.
- Inspect kingpin.
While this list is not exhaustive, it is the perfect place to start.
If you follow the list above, it will take a lot of the hassle out of owning your RV and make your travel adventures more enjoyable.
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