Getting a new RV to help take your family on vacations is an exciting thing! If you can’t wait to hit the road in your fifth wheel or travel trailer from RV Roadway, these RV tips will help you get ready to go. Learn about the best ways to prepare yourself for your first RV camping trip.
Take Time to Learn How to Hook Up Your RV
Hooking up your RV once to arrive at the campground is one of the first things you’ll need to learn how to do. This is fairly simple. You’ll just have to connect the electric–I highly recommend using a surge protector to prevent damage in the case of a power surge. Additionally, you’ll need to hook up a freshwater hose and your black/gray tank hose.
Don’t Forget to Pickup These Things Before You Leave
You’ll have to buy a few key pieces of equipment that you’ll need in order to get your RV set up at the campground. Below, we’ve put together a list of essentials:
- Fresh Water Hose
- Black Tank Hose
- Water Filter
- Water Pressure Regulator
- Wheel Chocks
- Black Tank Hose Risers
- Bug Guards
- AC Covers
Ask Your RV Dealer to Show You How to Level Your RV
Getting your RV level is key to prolonging the life of your RV and enjoying your time at the campground. If your RV isn’t level, it can wear out the mechanisms on the jacks and cause long-term damage. Plus, you’ll hate walking around on an uneven surface during your stay. Most RVs these days are equipped with an auto-leveling system, but you’ll want to double-check its level with a three-foot level and rerun the auto-leveling if it isn’t close to perfect.
Plan Your Trips Ahead of Time
One of the best ways to ensure you have a great time on the road and at the campground is to plan well ahead of time. You should aim to book your campsite anywhere from a few weeks to several months before you plan to visit. Additionally, look at the routes to get you there and map out some stops to hit on your way there.
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