After you’ve spent the summer camping outdoors, winter is definitely the best time for your RV to rest! To make sure your RV performs as well next summer as it did this summer, properly winterizing it is essential. Putting it to sleep in the winter is a good habit, not only because it prolongs its life, but also because it saves you money.
This article outlines all the steps we cover, as well as the tools and supplies you’ll need.
Supplies
The following tools and supplies are essential to properly winterizing your RV. If any of the items on this list are not installed on your RV, you will need to purchase an aftermarket kit to properly winterize your RV.
- The best antifreeze for RVs
To extend the life of your RV and protect the environment at the same time, you should use a non-toxic antifreeze. Typically, two to three gallons of fuel will be needed for a small RV, depending on its size and design.
- Water Heater Bypass Kits
It is possible to bypass the hot water heater in your RV while keeping the hot water flowing at all times. In addition to the RVs that already have them, they’re also pretty inexpensive if you don’t have one. To properly winterize your RV, don’t skip this step if you don’t already have one installed.
- The wand used to clean tanks.
If your RV doesn’t have a flushing system, you can use a tank cleaning wand, which is usually very inexpensive.
- Water Pump or Pipeline Converter Kits
When connected to the inlet end of your water pump, the RV coolant will be pumped into your water system.
- Drain Plug Connectors & Extractors
Having gathered all the necessary items, it’s time to begin the actual process of winterizing your RV.
