Camper Owners-Where can I buy a reasonably priced portable air conditioner?
Does anyone have suggestions on a good quality, yet good priced (100-200) portable air conditioner for a camper? We are going down to South Central LA this July for a week of camping and we need a good air conditioner (the camper does not have one!). I've just started looking around yesterday at a few stores...does anyone have any suggestions where I could find a good priced air conditioner? The help will be more then appreciated !!!
Winterizing your RV for the colder months or when you are storing it is very important for protecting it until you open it again for use.
The following are general steps so you may want to contact your local dealer for help in choosing those that are most appropriate for your needs.
1. Park the travel trailer, fifth wheel or other RV on a level surface.
2. Make sure to winterize the chassis as outlined in your camper's owner's manual, and also the 110v generator (if equipped) as outlined in the generator owner's manual.
3. Clean the RV thoroughly, both inside and out, including the refrigerator.
4. Check to make sure all electrical switches and appliances are turned off.
5. Close all the drapes and curtains. To protect the curtains from sun fading, place a piece of foil or paper between the windows and screen.
6. All windows, doors, and vents should be closed securely. Cover exterior vents on appliances to prevent moisture and insects from entering during storage.
7. If you do not cover or store your RV inside, check the interior periodically to make sure leaks have not developed, or condensation formed. Condensation can cause damage to interior components and can most readily be observed as moisture accumulation on windows and mirrors. Condensation can be reduced by airing out you camper periodically..
8. Check your batter to be sure that it has the proper electrolyte level and that it is fully charged (specific gravity of 1.260). A discharged battery will freeze and crack the case, ruining the battery. The battery will gradually lose charge over a 30 to 45 day period while in storage, even when it is disconnected by use of the battery disconnect switch. Check your battery monthly for charge. If the charge is 80% (specific gravity of 1.235) or less, it must be recharged. Many people remove their batteries from the RV and store them in a heated area but even when warm, the battery charge level must still be maintained. Refer to the electrical section of your owner's manual and follow precautions associated with battery care and maintenance as outlined in it.
9. Try to keep the snow off of your camper if possible.
10. The water system is a primary concern when winterizing your RV. If you intend to store your RV through periods of sub-freezing weather in an unheated environment, it will be necessary to winterize the water system. You want to make sure the water systems are protected against damage caused by freezing. The following steps are general as a water system winterizing procedure. Please refer to your owner's manual and ask your dealer for instructions suitable to your geographic area. If your camper is not winterized, damage to water system components will result if the proper winterization steps are not taken.
*Level the RV for good system drainage. *Turn the water pump switch off. *Open all Faucets (both hot and cold lines) and the water heater drain. *Open low point drains on the water lines. *Drain the fresh water tank. *When all lines are drained, close water tank valves, water heater drain, and low point drains on water lines. *Turn by-pass valves to vertical position by the water heater. *Insert the hose into a gallon of RV antifreeze solution. You will need two to three gallons. *Turn on the pump. *Allow antifreeze to flow out of the faucets into the p-traps of each fixture and then turn off the faucets. Don't forget the outside shower. *Flush the toilet. *Turn off the water pump
Be sure to read your owner's manual and follow any additional information on storage, cleaning, and winterizing procedures.
Make sure to talk with your local dealer concerning any special requirements for storage in your particular geographic area.
We love to see how other people live, especially away from huge metropolitan areas - and where there are few if any motels, convention centers, and restaurants. This world has vast reaches of beautiful farmland, spectacular mountains, forests, grasslands, lakes, rivers, etc.... We can easily refuse to stay in places that have rules we think are idiotic, and if we are assigned to a site with an obnoxious neighbor, it is not the end of the happy hour… we can move.
If you have kids, you probably take an annual family vacation. However, between expensive hotel rooms, dining out and pricey amusement parks, family vacations can cost a small fortune. One solution to high priced vacations is investing in an RV (Recreational Vehicle). Once thought to be vacation travel mode of senior citizens, more and more families with young children are purchasing RV's or tow-behind campers, instead of tickets to Disney. Even with gas prices rocketing, camping with an RV is still cheaper than staying at many resorts and hotels.
On an RV/camping trip, families are not faced with the interruptions of routine home life, yet they have the comforts of home. RVing families are able to enjoy each other's company and kids are free to be themselves, without their own set of distractions like piano lessons, soccer practice or homework. RVing means every weekend can be a mini-vacation, allowing quick getaways with minimal preparation and planning.
Many parents also supplement their children's learning during their RV travels, and if it's fun, the children won't object. The Campfire Canvass found that 43% of families cite visiting an historic location for educational purposes. Science and nature centers, zoos and museums were also frequently mentioned.
There are numerous benefits of RV camping. Prices of campgrounds are far less than that of most hotels. You can stay a month at a campground for what you would pay for a weekend at some hotels. In addition, there are hundreds of national parks and campgrounds to choose from all across the United States. Some parks have RV restrictions, but many, including, Yosemite, Yellowstone and the White Mountains National Forest in New Hampshire, all have RV accommodations.
So once there are many of the benefits of RVing then its’ on the other hand a huge investment too. So to take care of this huge investment is mandatory. Unlike your home, your RV has a drive train and other mechanical equipment that require regular maintenance. And, just about any repair, whether it’s a refrigerator or a radiator or its roof, is expensive.
Things to consider when evaluating repair and service shops is whether the repair can be done in a timely fashion and whether or not the provider has experience with your issue. Do they offer specials for repeat customers such as for oil changes and routine recreational vehicle maintenance and service.
Although most repairs are best left to a professional, there are many small maintenance procedures that will help to keep your RV in safe working condition.
Check Your Plumbing and Ventilation Every time you leave for one of your RV adventures, check or hire someone to check your toilet valves, lines, and your RV toilet stop to ensure it is all working correctly. Make sure your bathroom is vented properly because poor ventilation in small spaces with ample water is a perfect place for mold to grow. Don't forget to have someone look at the plumbing under your sinks and your waste disposal system. The last thing you need is a leaky toilet or sink supply line soaking your carpet while you're blissfully charging down the road to that next destination.
Keep Tabs on Your RV Roof and Ceiling make sure your roof is water tight by inspecting the caulking, moulding and seams. Examine your roof carefully at least twice a year for exposed fasteners, cracked seams, UV deterioration, mold and mildew, water spots on the ceiling. One clear indicator for RV roof deterioration is a chalky white substance left in your driveway when you wash your RV. If you are a "do-it-yourself-er" (DIY-er), you could start by spraying water and trying to determine the source of the roof leaks, replacing leaky roof vents, removing old caulking and replacing it with new, and repairing damaged seams. If your roof is in need of repair and you are not a DIY-er you may want to try a liquid roof system with no caulk, seams, or leaks. So the best way to do RV Roof Repair is with liquid roof. Prevent Mold from forming during Storage Store your travel vehicle under a cover that will protect it from the elements while allowing it to breathe, while venting inside water vapor to prevent mold, mildew from forming.
Rubber roofs have proven to be an easily maintained long-lasting roof system. With a history of over 20 years of successful use, you will find rubber roofs on practically all RVs today. Their durability and the ease with which they are repaired will assure that rubber roofs will continue to play a vital role in the RV industry for many years to come.
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