Roadtrek Popular - Basic Operation and Preparation for Summer

Useful links down below.
This video will also apply to Versatiles on the Chevrolet Platform. Filmed on a 2004 Chevy Express 3500 Popular 190. Some of the later models will have variations on power systems.
Tire pressure, paint chip repair, checking fluids, spare tire, generator operation, propane system, furnace, heater, heat pump, fantastic fan, 3-way fridge, smoke alarm, co alarm, lpg propane alarm, coach battery, air filter, roof maintenance
I have another video showing how to dump and winterize the water tanks.
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This video does not cover the water system. There will be an additional video on how to operate and sanitize the water system in the nearish future.
At the end of the video I used the microwave as part of the generator load but the microwave actually turned off during the test as it overheated. There was not enough space around the microwave to get proper air circulation although it did turn back on some time later.
Manuals: archive.org/details/@steveron...
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[@weareallamericans7358]

AC Fan Rumble is caused by leaves in the Blower Housing. It's an easy removal under the Glove Box to clean out 😎

[@read7641]

Awesome video. Thank you for going through the vehicle in detail. Engine issues, no one talks about. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@heavenbnd]

Thank you for this video . Am new owner and all this is way over my head but I will take my phone and pause at different points to look at the components and do a check as you describe. Many thanks!!!

[@MLA..]

On the vehicle battery disconnect, im pretty sure it should be on the negative cable.

[@benitadominguez2077]

Very informative video 👌👀 looking forward to watching more of maintenance and upkeep on the Roadtrek vans👌 Thank you 😊

[@smoothoperator1663]

very informative video.I have a 95 chev roadtrek 210 n i go thru all the system basically as u did n add the antifreeze 2 the water system n it all works out.

[@chrisreed26]

Starts right up and sounds like a million dollars! Love these Roadtrek vans..I prefer these on the GM chassis over the Sprinter chassis..These vans were always cheaper to work on and buy parts for unlike the alternative..Dodge had issues with the frame rotting out..

[@42luke93]

Did they ever go Ford E-Series? I wonder why they stopped making GM vans.

[@lmajc494]

looking forward to your generator video

[@SteveRivett]

I am having trouble getting quality parts. All you really need is a primer ball and some 1/4" fuel line complete with hose clamps. There is a hose barb on the fuel tank and another one on the generator.

[@tomtamshen7277]

I was looking for information on how to turn water on and did not see it, so this is an important item to get started.

[@SteveRivett]

Yes, I am trying to a video specific to the water system, how to sanitize it, and how to fill it. We had freezing temperatures last week so I did not get around to it. Hopefully I can do it soon.

[@tomtamshen7277]

What I'd like to see and am having trouble with is switching water from tank on and off to city water. To many valves and combinations of things to do. Also, how to get water on for hot water tank, test furnace, and be ready for travel (water system wise).

[@formaldyahyde6141]

please fix your seized pressure regulator and battery monitor connections. What about the water system? Otherwise knowledgeable video

[@smarba1]

great vid, sub'd

[@MissMariaVlogs]

Could a lithium battery fit where the house battery goes?

[@SteveRivett]

Yes, but it would need some research to make it work correctly as Lithium batteries charge at a different voltage and there are problems with charging them below a certain temperature. We were out on the weekend and were able to get two days including running the furnace at night before we had to charge our battery but it is a few years old and only a marine battery. I recommend you open your battery compartment to determine if you have the option with two 6 volt batteries. You would be looking at at least a couple thousand dollars to go Lithium.

[@user-zv9xe2pj9v]

Never run your microwave empty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gerrynightingale9045]

*BLAHBLAHBLAH content* *CLICK-BAIT!* ( *You left liquid in a detergent/wax spray in a 'wash-wand' and it FROZE IN WINTER and ruined it?* ) *WHAT A GENIUS YOU ARE!*

[@jaycast1386]

Hi hater , poor guy, with a low life, 😅😅