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[@DeniseVajdak]

Great tips. It amazes me how many times I get to a park and the breakers are all ON. I always turn them off, hook up the Watch Dog, turn it on to check for errors, then connect and turn it back on. I need to do more on my roof. My numb chemo feet make it hard to ground and balance myself up there. It sure helps having a carport to park under at home.

[@gerhartkaiser1678]

Couple of things to add..... I frequently (3-4 times a season) pull the access panel to the back of the refrigerator and vacuum the area taking out the dust/cobwebs/debris. I also cut a piece of fiberglass screen that covers the inside of that cover and hot glued the screen the inside of the cover. I did this after we found a hornets nest on the inside near the burner. Also at the beginning of the season, after accessing the roof for inspection I will take the uv protector spray and a cloth and wipe the awning fabric as the wife extends it a foot at a time. I agree about the pressure regulator, my though is to put it at the hydrant. That way the pressure surges don't affect the hoses and cause leaks at the connections. The last item to add is an inspection the rear bumper, if you use it to store your waste hoses. I have a small brush that screws onto a broom handle and with some soapy water I wash and rinse out that back bumper to minimize the dirt and scum buildup. Thanks again Jared for another well done and insightful video, keep up the great work!!

[@2025willbebetteryet]

I usually go thru 2 gallons of 303 per year. We use it on everything and have for 40 years. I have used it on my canvases on the boat, i coat the roof of the rv 3 times a year, engine bays on our vehicles, tires seals on the rv and cars, you name it if it has rubber we coat it. Love that stuff. Keeps seals soft and pliable

[@ChuckMoser-v1o]

Lubricant on the step pivot points. Gets missed quite often

[@stevejohnson3557]

On one of your video's you mentioned the use of keeping a paper map with you just incase! Well it happened to us in Tennessee last year! Siri went silent! No more internet! SO....... we had to start asking for directions! YOU meet a lot of nice people doing that.....😁 This year it was in the wilds of southern Utah in the mountains we camped with no internet, so no radio! So I decided that we need to take a AM/FM battery operated radio with us also! SO.... Paper maps and AM/FM battery radios are so old fashioned, however a life saver at times! 👍🏼 I enjoy all your videos! They are helpful........

[@estried86]

I use 303 on all plastic and rubber parts on my trailer, including the tires. It helps keep them from dry rotting, even when using tire covers. I also spray all of the plastic and rubber parts in my truck engine, helps them last longer.

[@BikesBobbers]

Might be a good idea for a paid option or channel member exclusive, but could you make a spreadsheet calendar with all the recommended RV maintenence that you've come across with video links and product placement? Could be handy for people new to RVing who haven't figured out all of the little things like these that us seasoned campers know to do.

[@MitchOfCanada]

5:00 -I would turn off major items in the RV before turning on your main breaker. the inrush from the AC/Water heater, Fridge, Converter can all draw massive amounts.

[@riccochet704]

I'll use 303 on our frameless window seals. Keeps them clean and pliable. Something else I check once a year are propane connections under the RV. Anywhere there is a connection I'll spray it with soapy water. I've never found a leak, but always good to know there isn't one. These things take a beating when traveling, rocks and whatnot can get kicked up and beat things up.

[@jandoddy1773]

Hello Jared, love watching your videos! Quick question on this one; your first part is about water. My question is; should you place the filter before the pressure regulator to catch the junk before it enters the regulator?

[@eddiedoherty2349]

I have used inline water filters with great disappointment. I went to Lowe’s and bought two home filters, bought the connectors and fittings for a hose connection. Stage one is a particle/sediment filter at 25 microns. The second is a 5 micron carbon filter. About $100 and what a difference in water quality. I increased my water pressure regulator to 50 psi, as it will reduce flow.

[@erikcotten910]

To add to your electrical plug in portion; just plug in your surge protector then turn on the pedestal. Evaluate the surge protector for deficiencies. Turn off the braker then plug into your surge protector. Great informative video!

[@maiktondeur2228]

Another great vlog. I just found out over the weekend thats also important to have a look under the trailer as it is on top and check your Seals. We noticed that one of the hose clamps from the Propane line came out and we amost lost the screw which maybe damage the tire or something else.

[@thomaskunik15]

303 Makes a great product. Ive been applying their jel to my tires since I discovered it years ago. One thing forgotten by everyone is that UV goes through objects Lite plastic rubber ect. I ger strange l0ooks at the tire shop because I put it inside before they mount the tires. the laughing has stopped tho. That first set made it 160,000+ miles before I had them changed out 10 years later. They were 10 years old is the only reason I replaced them. They still had over 50% tread on that car. I keep my stuff maintained. Proper air, alignment, rotation, ect. recoated with 303 spray on every 3-4 months. Water will wash it off. There was no dry rotting or cracking. Worth a mention if you want to give it a shot. Im only on 4 years with these on the RV and low miles. No signs of sun damage yet either.

[@rolandsalazar9562]

You’re awesome. Excellent tips. I find adding lubrication to the stabilizer jacks is a regular maintenance issue. They get stiff & noisy when they are dry. You always have the best info. Hands done ✔️ God bless and safe travels 🙏🏼⛺️❤

[@hayahyena]

don't have an rv yet but really appreciated the spigot cleaning tip! but I do think something like isopropyl alcohol or ethonal would probably work way better for disinfecting.

[@JaySchu-C8Z06]

Twice a season, (start and end) I will spray the hydraulic pistons on my awnings with silicone and then wipe off any debris. This will extend the life of the seals inside the hydraulic cylinder and also eliminate that annoying 'chattering' when retracting your awning.

[@LoCleTXRV]

I always use the old fresh water inline filter for the hose I use for flushing the black and grey tanks. It eliminates that little bit of sediment going into those tanks. Why add more sediments to what you are trying to clean out. Filters are dated and once moved into service for the black and gray tanks marked in red with another date and "BLACK TANK ONLY", just to make sure there is no confusion.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Not a bad idea!

[@kathrynfinley3716]

I use a pressure regulator on the black tank flush too . At one park it blew out the back flow preventer valve.

[@PhilSowden]

Great vid! I like to cover my tires when storing since tire covers are fairly inexpensive compared to tires. Also, I have a travel trailer so I like to cover my tongue jack with a bucket when storing. The sun is the giver of life and slow destroyer of RVs. 😏

[@josephsandall1789]

Cleaning and lubing the hydraulic jacks before retracting them

[@lindythompson6196]

I had no idea that I had to change an anode in my hot water tank. After seven years, someone finally pointed it out. I don’t know why this wasn’t noted either in my walk-through, or in my paperwork.

[@JustinKingOffroad]

yeah my water heater actually doesn't have one, which is weird. but sure enough it's not there. asked the dealer directly.

[@John.Mann.1941]

@@JustinKingOffroad Not all water heaters need an anode rod. It depends on what materials were used in it’s construction. Check the owner’s manual for the water heater model you have.

[@JustinKingOffroad]

@@John.Mann.1941 yeah I guess I have a aluminum one?? Either way mine seems to be one that doesn't need it.

[@Rockhound6165]

I change my anode every year whether it needs it or not but usually it's needed. Put a fresh one in in April and throw it away come October/November when winterizing.

[@gerrymatheson4020]

If your tank is aluminum you don't need one (using one will actually probably do more harm than good). I believe it's only ferous metal/steel tanks that need sacrificial anode rods.

[@mercywas]

I just witnessed someone rinse their sewer hose out with the water spigot and the water backed up onto the spigot. Gross! Thanks for making attention to this. We will always clean the spigot from now on, even though we have a 3 stage clear source water filter. Thanks Jared.

[@DLonn-pm4tz]

The water outlets shown in the video shows a Frost free outlet. When you turn them off it will suck water back into the pipe. This can pull a lot of crap back down.

[@Rockhound6165]

One thing you didn't mention and that's extras. Have extra water hose, service line, sewer line. I've needed all 3 at different times and even needed all 3 in one trip.

[@stevenedington8882]

I'm at an RV Park that informs everyone that they have high water pressure. So, I only fill my fresh water tank each week and use my pump--no issues. However, I've watched my neighbors replace water regulators, hoses and two trailers their kitchen faucets. In most cases, they didn't have any spares! Always have extras! Part of being an Road Warrior!

[@denniskissinger7937]

agree with everything! I spray lysol around the water spigot before running water. Breaker on/off is on my checklist,

[@mikehamilton4826]

Hey Jared. What lock are you using on the door? My wife wants me to install one but I don’t really know which one’s best. Thanks for your time and I enjoy your content!🙏🏻

[@johnpost9197]

I think two things people miss on RV maintenance is inspecting suspension and wheel bearing greasing. I have asked friend and family members that had RVs for awhile and very few look at those areas until there is a problem.

[@wfodavid]

Had a blowout and spare was only 30lbs. Should have checked it more recently. Also make sure I have my trusty DeWalt impact wrench and 6 pt socket (not 12 pt) for easy spare tire changes.

[@RoamingwiththeRamsays]

Checking shackles, wet bolts and hangers.

[@donbrown1251]

Every time we stop on a travel day I let the truck cool down by running it for 2 minutes or so check the hubs to see if they are hot and re check the hook up before getting back in. We stopped at a Cracker Barrel when I checked the RV out someone pulled the pin out and disconnected the chains.

[@michelle_nolan]

Do you have a maintenance checklist that you e created? You always think of things that I’m like… didn’t know that one!

[@davidmcspadden2462]

I added a two stage filter system from the hardware store, that is for a residential home, to our plumbing. I am curious why you use the cheap little filters and not go with something more? It cost me about $40 initially and $20 a year after that for fresh filter media.

[@XLSLife]

I second always having the regulator. I stayed at a park that had fine pressure... Until the pressure switch on their well failed and it didn't shut off. It eventually blew out a metal pipe but not before the one RV in the campground without a regulator had a pipe burst. They spent the morning trying to dry everything out. I'll never connect without that regulator, it's cheap protection against flukes like that.

[@AllAboutRVs]

So true! Great lesson in that.

[@gr8705]

ALSO, I have started turning off the water when we leave the trailer (turn off the water heater first!!)

[@markzang4918]

While a Camco or similar style water filter is better than nothing it is only a 20 micron filter. I went with the iSpring WGB21B 2-Stage Compact Whole House Water Filter Dual-stage 15-GPM Carbon Block Whole House Water Filtration System from Lowes. Yes, it is bigger and heavier. I drilled two holes in the bumper and installed bolts that stick out and it hangs there perfectly. (Once at the camp site).

[@zr2zamboni906]

Why do you put the water filter at the hydrant and not at the RV? I put mine at the RV to remove any contaminants from the hose as well. Just curious.

[@gerrymatheson4020]

That's my preference too... pressure regulator at the hydrant and filter at the RV connection... 👍🏽

[@zr2zamboni906]

@@gerrymatheson4020glad I’m not the only one. Doesn’t make sense to filter the water before the supply hose. Filtered water at the RV makes most sense.

[@zr2zamboni906]

@@gerrymatheson4020…and the pressure regulator at the spigot.

[@jimkenney134]

I’ve seen two different placements of the water filter, 1. Right from the water source then to the hose, 2. At the end of the hose prior to the connection to the Rv. Preference? Or purpose?

[@zacthomas5377]

I always check my wheel bearings, hub seals and brakes once a year.

[@harderja]

I run a flush king to rinse out my tanks I see no reason to hook the pressure regulator or filter to it. I run a y-valve one to the flush king and the other a filter and pressure valve before it goes into the trailer

[@hammer48ful]

If you have one of the old carbon water filter run water through it before hooking to camper to get some of the carbon washed out.

[@JustYourAvarageJoe]

Wheel hubs and bearing propane hoses and electrical

[@NTM2009]

So what do you do when plugging in or unplugging when there is no access to disconnect

[@jonthornton4083]

My question the rubber around my windows black runs down when I wash. What is a good cleaner and sealant to prevent this. Rv has been in storage for quite some time. Tia

[@jos9569]

How often do you need to recaulk windows and doors?

[@leahpine42]

That little vacuum! Where can I find it!?

[@stephenbrasure4331]

Your videos are very informative and well done! Regarding electrical contacts, many advise using Permatex Dielectric grease and I've started using it.

[@rolmsted9025]

I always wipe down my hydraulic jacks with liquid wrench before pull them in. Removes dirt, sand, etc

[@joe.bindas1895]

what type of cleaner and conditioner do you use to clean your grand design roof

[@TraconWizard]

If you have lp/elec frig. 303 on plastic outside cover & vacuum inside of cover. Test & clean emergency brake cable.

[@timf6916]

We use a 3 stage system. I put my pressure regulator after my water filters. It’s mounted on the box of my three stage filters. You always have good information.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thanks.

[@melodygrandinetti5016]

Using seal protection around the windows

[@larrybenedict4984]

Question- at 3:52 as your slide is coming out, did you install the metal (or at least what looks like metal) pieces for the slide to roll on? I’ve had two RV and both didn’t have anything there. The first was old enough it literally wore through and was scraping an opening. My current is headed that way and I feel I need to do something. If you did, do you have a video for that? Thanks!

[@tannerjim]

This the link to "Hosa D5S-6 CAIG DeoxIT" the stuff you used to clean AC unit?

[@tomballard4794]

Since we only use more trailer for maybe 3 weeks out of the year. Should we just toss our blue filter and use new each year? Or just leave it out to dry out?

[@coreymerritt7742]

Hi Jared talking about painting the plastics I did my outside shower door also the range vent about 3 years ago and it still looks good and also easier to clean thanks great video

[@AllAboutRVs]

That is awesome! Thanks!

[@MikeJones-wt8mv]

Can you also use Boshield T-9 to clean the electrical plugs?

[@gizzmo2875]

It's said time and again, but the number of broken down RV's along the roads on long weekends (and camping season officially starts shortly) suggests people still don't get it... BEARINGS BRAKES TIRES These are things that are NOT forgiving when neglected!

[@michaelkozic4146]

Do have a mastrr list of these products. Have you made up a maintenance list

[@AllAboutRVs]

I don't but that is a great idea.

[@MarkandCassie]

Where did you get the roller pads under the slide?

[@ourrvsunsets]

Great stuff as always Jared. Quick question because I would love your take on this. When conditioning the slide seals do you condition the inside of them, the area that touches the slide when they are out? I usually don't since that side is not getting direct sunlight, but I would love your thoughts on this.

[@RVthereyet25]

Dawn works well for cleaning almost everything. 🐥

[@AllAboutRVs]

Yes I use dawn on the roof but make sure it fully rinses off the sides quickly. Dawn is tough on waxes as well.

[@leslieraye]

How do you clean the A/C coils? What did you use in the video? How often? Thank you for the help and ideas.

[@bdwillis8284]

Rinse less coil cleaner, I’m in a warm high humidity zone. I clean mine along with the fan every 4 months.

[@leslieraye]

@@bdwillis8284 thank you for the information.

[@williamt55]

Great advice! Thanks for the info!

[@oregonswede]

Good ideas. Thanks

[@fordlvrx2]

Why can't you paint the roof on camper?

[@jonathanowens2337]

A good automotive ceramic coating is great for exterior plastics and lasts a lot longer than 303

[@AllAboutRVs]

Good point!

[@markflowers2531]

I hate to admit it but I saw someone today packing up and stuffing the end of there sewer hose right over the water faucet to wash it out🤢 at least they had gloves on😫

[@fordlvrx2]

We don't drink water from the tanks to much trouble just buy a 12 pack or several gallons much easier

[@franflannery8711]

Ok I give up where is the best location for water pressure gauge

[@John.Mann.1941]

Put the pressure regulator first, upstream of everything else. That way it’s protecting everything following from any unwanted high water pressure.

[@JGnLAU8OAWF6]

@@John.Mann.1941 in houses (at least where i live) there is often some kind of filter before pressure regulators to protect their internals from debris.

[@AllAboutRVs]

There are options and each has its benefits. For use with the blue filter like I had here you can put the filter after the regulator. We have been places that had the filters fail and leak because they couldn’t take the pressure. Other filters we have used that can handle well over 100 PSI, we can put before the regulator if we want to.

[@franflannery8711]

Next question best location of filter.. Connect to frgulstor or right on the city water intake......

[@JustinKingOffroad]

do you ever do any rubber roof UV protectant?

[@AllAboutRVs]

No I just wash it with dawn or simple green but also make sure to rinse any residue off the sides as I go as well. Both will strip the wax off.

[@JustinKingOffroad]

@@AllAboutRVs that makes me feel better cause that's all i've been doing to my camper. it's my first one, going on year 3 this year.

[@jonathanbanks8956]

Lubing the door pins literally changed how my door functioned. Should've shown that not just the hardware...

[@chuckparson6712]

Treating the tires with a protectant spray and putting covers on them. Dry rotted tires are a bad accident waiting to happen.

[@PSC9634]

Lots of great tips. Watched this one twice.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Bruins8851]

New to the RV world and we notice our windows are hard to slide open and close. What do you suggest to help with that and is that 303 like an Armour All?

[@stevenedington8882]

3in1 has a vinyl window lubricant that works great on RV windows and House windows--been using it for years. 303 is a great product, but I mostly use that for exterior rubber and plastics.

[@jonhenrickson6075]

Should we be filtering before pressure regulater

[@John.Mann.1941]

If you filter before the pressure regulator, then if you get some high pressure in the water camping from the tap your filter had better be strong enough to withstand the pressure.

[@johnpalmer3848]

I do and would advise you to as well. I don't want those particulates to pass through my regulator when it can be prevented by simply placing it behind the filter.

[@thomaspearce7704]

I put my regulator at the input to the RV. That way I know the pressure going in. Filters and hoses can add resistance, lowering the pressure (especially filters). I personally have never had a water pressure related issue with my hoses or filters.

[@Treeplanter73]

Wash,wash,wash that roof and with a uv protectorant soap. Inspect the roof. Just be careful not to fall off.

[@jamesbehrendt2767]

So, are you saying that the Schwin-tec slides are just destined for disaster???

[@JGnLAU8OAWF6]

Why would you want to fill your tanks through a filter that removes chlorine? It is there for a reason.

[@respectbossmon]

5:22 - ???? What is a 'disconnecting means' and how do you turn it off?

[@eddiedoherty2349]

The disconnect is the circuit breaker. The breaker flips from one side to the other. If not labeled, it’s usually harder to flip to on. Easier to flip off, there is a spring inside.

[@respectbossmon]

@@eddiedoherty2349 You misunderstand. But, thanks for your attempt at being helpful.

[@RVingwithG]

I meet so many new RV owners that they think that it’s OK to wait on roof maintenance for 2 to 3 years😮

[@andyevans9118]

👍👍

[@jehlybean636]

Just to add - put your regulator AFTER the filter. Keeps the stuff out of the regulator and maximizes the pressure through the filter.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Sometimes you can do that and sometimes the pressure is high enough to burst the unregulated filter.

[@deansorgan]

I love birds especially Carolina Wrens but they love building their nests through the rear of my kingpin. I have a large black styrofoam sheet I place over the cover to keep these horny birds at bay.😂

[@nomadnorm]

All you KZbin are bragging about that camco filter. It is only 20 microns. Not good. Clear 2 0 products have 5 and also 1 micron filters. More money but actually remove bad stuff. Camco only removes sediment

[@AllAboutRVs]

It’s great there are options to get what fits your needs but we tried multiple filters that went down to 2 microns and didn’t like the decrease of water flow. It was noticeable. We prefer to use a less restrictive flow and also have an R.O. For drinking water. The R.O. Allows us to remove what we would not be able to at the RV inlet no matter what we used. An RO is one of the first things we put on the RV. It’s been a great combo for us.

[@Gingermarie745]

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[@chrisallison9526]

And use your tongue to make sure you have electricity 😂