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Don't Get Cheated: Rv Service Repairs

Lack of RV maintenance is the backbone of the RV business. Dealers count on the fact that RV owners do not or cannot look after their coach. After many years in the RV business and as a trailer owner myself I speak from experience. When not actually using the trailer it's out of sight and out of mind.

There are a  few key maintenance issue's that will keep any serious repair bills from denting your pocket book.

1. Your RV (of any style) is full of holes! Yes, that's right. Every window, every vent etc was cut into the RV. Through these cut-outs water can enter. So, how can you save your trailer from the water damage we see almost every older camper suffering from? Check your seams and seals and re-caulk regularly. Gently scrape of the old and replace with new. This simple job can not only save you money because a dealer will pay a junior tech to do the job and charge you full shop rate but it can save your trailer from de-lamination.
2. Winterize your RV before it begins to freeze outside. Many times I've been asked, "I still want to use my trailer this fall, will it be ok if it freeze's outside?" Well simply, water freeze's at 0c or 32F. A jug of antifreeze is $2. A water heater is $300 or more. It's not a difficult job.
3. Battery care and maintenance. This one is simple too. Don't leave your battery on the RV in the freezing cold of winter. It will freeze and expand. There is much more to battery care but this article is just for simple reminders we all forget. Batteries are expensive.
4. Don't leave food in your trailer when not in use. Critters will get in. The damage they can do is huge. Dealers love charging for mattresses, drape's or canvas because a mouse made its home in their trailer for the winter.

I know this list is short but these are 4 items that can save you thousands! Greg

About the Author

Greg and his wife Leasa have spent many years in the rv service business Greg has recently left his position at a large facility dealership to own and operate Compass RV Centre a service oriented rv business in the small town of Atwood, Ontario

how do i mount a vent cover on a travel trailer?

I bought a vent cover for my travel trailer and it came with no instructions on how to mount it. Help!

It should have some holes in it for screws. Screw the vent where you want it (preferably over the vent).
You sound like the vent opening is already there since it is a vent cover,

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