RV Owner Tips
Tire & Wheel Preventive Maintenance
1. Visually Inspect Tires:
a. Look for imperfections in the tread & cracks in the side wall.
- Tread: Make sure there are no screws or nails.
- Sidewall: Look for cracks as these are the leading cause to tire blow outs. Small surface cracks - are okay. Large cracks need further inspection.
2. Check your tire pressure coming and going from EVERY TRIP:
a. Please be mindful that every unit is different - so check the side wall of the tire or there will be a sticker on your RV indicating the tire & loading Information
b. The max load is listed, just locate it and ensure you are keeping within the loaded max.
3. Lug Nuts:
- Always tighten lug nuts when you are leaving for your trip and for your return home. Check them EVERY trip!
4. Inspect shackles & springs:
- Always take a look for cracks, and irregular wear or any new dents or issues. These could be detrimental to the life of the shackles and or springs.
5. When your unit is being stored it is a good idea to utilize UV protectant prevention:
a. Sun really does some serious damage to the tires & can cause dry rot.
How to Find Dump Stations
If you are camping off grid or at primitive campsites, you may find yourself wondering where you can go to dump your tanks and fill with fresh water. A great app for this is Allstays RV Dump Stations App. This app will tell you where dump stations are located and what type of amenities and fees you can expect at each stop.
