Pagosa Adventures W/ Brandon Hensley

RV Maintenance Checklist & Tips | Do These Before You Travel!

• Brandon Hensley

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In this conversation, Brandon and Rich discuss the necessary maintenance and checks to ensure an RV is in great working condition for summer travel. They cover topics such as checking all systems before the first trip, inspecting the furnace and tongue jack, lubricating moving parts, inspecting tires and brakes, sanitizing the plumbing system, and using black tank additives. They also discuss the importance of torqueing lug nuts and replacing water filter cartridges. Overall, the conversation provides valuable tips and reminders for RV owners to keep their vehicles in optimal condition.

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*Takeaways*
• Before the first trip of the year, it is important to check all systems in the RV to ensure they are functioning properly.
• Regular maintenance tasks include inspecting the furnace, lubricating moving parts, and checking the tongue jack.
• Tire inspection and brake inspection are crucial for safe travel.
• Sanitizing the plumbing system and replacing water filter cartridges are important for clean and safe water usage.
• Using black tank additives helps to maintain the black tank and prevent odors.
• Regularly torquing lug nuts is essential for safe towing.
• Proper maintenance and checks can prevent issues and ensure a smooth and enjoyable RVing experience.

0:00 Introduction and Background
1:15 Preparing Your RV for Summer Travel: Essential Maintenance Tips
8:29 Lubricating Moving Parts: A Key Maintenance Task
11:10 Ensuring Safe Travel: Tire and Brake Inspection
15:04 Maintaining Clean and Safe Water: Plumbing System and Water Filter
24:45 Safety First: Torquing Lug Nuts for Towing
00:00 Propane Regulator Maintenance and Tank Inspections
05:04 Electrical Connection Maintenance
10:30 Air Conditioner Maintenance
13:27 Battery Care and Voltage Check
25:28 Essential Toolkit for RV Maintenance

We are Brandon & Janet Hensley and we love traveling in our Leisure Travel Vans Unity FX and Airstream Globetrotter. Join us for the Adventure!