Identifying Auto Service

The spring and summer travel season has ended, and you may be getting ready to pack up your RV in storage for the next few months. Before you run to park your RV in a storage facility, you want to make sure that it is ready to be packed away for the winter. The following RV repairs are some of the things that you will want to have done before packing up in winter storage:

Check tanks for leaks before draining them

Your RV has storage tanks for potable and wastewaters that can leak and have problems that develop over the winter months. These problems can be avoided by repairing minor problems and draining all the tanks for the winter months. Talk to your RV repair service about repairing leaks and replacing faulty parts before draining these systems to get ready for storage.

Repair fluid leaks before winter storage

The winter months can be when a lot of problems with your RV start. These issues can be due to leaking oil and other fluids. To avoid severe damage when you get ready to take your RV out in spring, make sure that any leaks are repaired before you store your RV. You may also want to ask the RV repair service about adding a fuel treatment and other treatments to protect parts while your RV is parked.

Repairing exterior damage and preparing for winter storage

There may also be damage to exterior bodywork and parts of your RV. Before winter, make sure that you repair any damage to the exterior of your RV. There are different options to repair the exterior and protect the RV for winter. You can use a wax coating or automotive ceramic coating to protect custom paintwork. There are also options to use covers or wrap your RV with vinyl before storing it for the winter months. Make sure that any repairs are done before doing these things.

Repairing mechanical problems and damage that worsen over winter

Mechanical problems often start over the warmer months and worsen when your RV is left in storage for the coldest months. You want to make sure to repair problems with engines, transmissions, and your RV suspension. Sometimes, a simple problem like an antifreeze leak can lead to serious damage to your RV, and you will want to repair these problems before storing your vehicle for winter.

Repairing problems before putting your RV in storage will help prevent problems over the winter. Call an RV repair service for help fixing these issues before you put your RV away in storage for winter.