be sure the season is not over yet, and we still have good days ahead. But if you are one of the vacationers who have returned home, you may already be preparing for store your motorhome until next year. Here are some tips on how to prepare him for long-term immobilization, and especially for winter.

Clean it from top to bottom

Before starting the winterization process, clean the motor home thoroughly inside and out. Make sure everything is clean and dry to prevent mold and corrosion. The same goes for the plumbing, oven and refrigerator.

Drain the tanks

Empty the tanks completely clean water, gray water and black water. Clean them and leave the valves open to allow any remaining moisture to evaporate.

Pour antifreeze into the pipes

fill it out fresh water system with non-toxic antifreeze specially formulated for RV systems. Make sure the antifreeze reaches all points in the system so that the water does not freeze and damage the pipes.

Remove the battery

if possible remove the battery from the motorhome and store it in a dry place, charging it periodically to prevent it from being completely discharged. If you cannot remove it, turn off the battery power to avoid unnecessary discharge (by separating the terminals).

Fill the fuel tank

for prevent the formation of dust and deposits in the fuel tank, fill it about halfway. It is not recommended to fill it completely, the fuel loses quality over time, it might get worse on the next reboot.

Pump up the tires

Inflate all tires (within the maximum allowable pressure) to prevent their flattening during wintering. if possible put the mobile home on the blocks avoid prolonged contact with cold ground.

Place him (if possible) in a shelter

If you can, store the motorhome in an enclosed space, such as a garage or warehouse. If this is not possible, use a protective cover to prevent weather damage.

Let the air circulate

Be sure that The cabin of the mobile home is well ventilated to avoid the formation of mold and unpleasant odors. Place desiccant bags absorb moisture

Protection from rodents

close all openings through which rodents could entersuch as vents and exhaust pipes. Place repellents or traps to avoid unwanted intrusions.

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