Winter storage

[Ralph L. Fullenwider]

Good morning to everyone:

Ernie's post brought winterizing to mind this morning so I thought I would
put out a list of things on winterizing the Coaches.

Properly preparing your vehicle for storage will lessen the possibility of
damage to the vehicle.
Prepare the motor coach for vacancy just as you would if you were leaving
your house for an
extended period:
1.Turn off the LP gas tank.
2.Have the vehicle chassis completely serviced and lubricated.Be sure
radiator antifreeze
protection level is sufficient for the lowest anticipated temperatures.
3.Fully charge the batteries.
4.Wash and wax the coach.
5.Inspect all seams and seals around the doors,windows,vents,and any other
joints.
Replace or repair any that are damaged.
6.Close all windows and roof vents.Protect all appliance vent openings from
contamination
by animals or insects (e.g.bird nests,wasp nests,etc.)tape generator tail pipe.
7.Lubricate all door hinges and locks.
8.Clean the interior of the coach.Dirt and stains are more easily removed
when fresh.
9.Close shades to protect upholstery from sunlight.
10.Remove all perishables from cabinets and refrigerator.
11.Remove all foods and items that may cause odors.
12.Clean and defrost the refrigerator.Place an open box of baking soda
inside the refrigerator
to help absorb odors.
13.Prop refrigerator door open.
14.Turn the furnace thermostat to OFF.
15.Drain water heater,water tank and holding tank.
16. pour 2 cups of the "pink stuff" (winterizing solution) in each drain to
protect the P traps
17. Open the kitchen cabinet doors under the sink
18. Open the small door in the bath exposing the low water drain valve
19. If parked on concrete, place thin plastic cutting boards under each tire

These are just a few thing that I can think of, anyone have more to add to
this list?

Safe travels,

Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
Ralph's RV Solutions, Duncan, Oklahoma
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