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Post by crhyde58 on May 8, 2015 14:59:26 GMT -5
I would like a maintenance schedule for our 5th wheel.
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Post by shortlance on May 8, 2015 18:06:48 GMT -5
My typing skills stink so I'll get the list started with just the things that are priority for me. On our Stoneridge I like to clean the roof and check all the seals at least twice a season. It probably should be done a little more often but I really hate going on the roof.
Make sure you get the wheel bearings repacked and new axle seals every year or the warranty will not cover axle problems---I learned that one the hard way.
I wax it once a year---as far as I'm concerned that is the worst thing that needs to be done.
Just keep an eye on things like the tire pressure and the lug nuts which could loosen up so check then every now and then.
This is a starter list that I'm sure others will add to. When you go camping you will learn a lot from the other campers that are there.
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wi1dbi11
Weekender RV’er
2010 Durango 2013 Chevy 2500
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Post by wi1dbi11 on May 9, 2015 16:20:56 GMT -5
I agree with Shortlance on cleaning and checking the roof. Check out youtube www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V1lVjiriMQ they do better than I can explain it.. 303 can be purchased at most Rv dealer...For some reason auto store don't seem to carry it. While you on youtube check out care and maintenance of your hot water heater. Care of your gray and black water tanks. I'm sold on TANK-TECH for the tanks. I recommend a clear elbow for the sewer drain hose. (no need to get the one with the water connection..it on rinses the pipe...won't and can't rinse the tank.) Purchase a 6 point deep well socket ad a torque wrench for your wheels. By the way check the spare... if you have a steel wheel rim for a spare and aluminum rims on the trailer. Check the chamfer of the lug nuts. Mine are different chamfer between the aluminum wheels and the steel spare.. I buy a set of 6 correct lug nuts should I need the spare. stored in my tool kit. Purchase a good tire pressure gauge, on that go up to100 psi. That way you can check both the trailer and your truck tire pressure. That's a good start, Also read your manuals.. surprising what you can learn in them. Most of all Have Fun with your Rig. WildBill |
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