Wake Up Your RV the Right Way!
Spring’s here, and it’s time to shake off winter’s chill and get your RV road-ready. Dewinterizing reverses the cold-weather prep, flushing out antifreeze and prepping your rig for camping fun. Follow this easy guide to bring your RV back to life, with Motor Sportsland ready to lend a hand!
Step 1: Check for Winter Damage
Before you start, give your RV a once-over:
- Look for cracked pipes, leaky seals, or pest damage from storage.
- Inspect the roof, windows, and tires for wear.
Pro Tip: Spot trouble? Motor Sportsland’s RV Service can fix it fast.
Step 2: Reconnect the Battery
Your battery’s been chilling indoors—time to wake it up:
- Charge it fully if it’s low (check with a voltmeter).
- Reconnect the terminals—clean off any corrosion first.
Why It Matters: A dead battery kills the vibe—grab cleaner at Motor Sportsland Parts Store.
Step 3: Flush Out the Antifreeze
That pink RV antifreeze from winter? It’s gotta go:
- Drain it from the tank, lines, and water heater via the low-point drains.
- Run fresh water through every faucet, toilet, and shower until it’s clear—no pink, no taste.
- Bypass off the water heater? Turn it back to normal mode.
Pro Tip: Need a flush kit? Motor Sportsland Parts Store has the goods.
Step 4: Refill and Test the Water System
Fill ‘er up and make sure it flows right:
- Add fresh water to the tank—use a clean hose.
- Turn on the pump and open each faucet (hot and cold) to check for leaks.
- Fire up the water heater once it’s full—test it too.
Why It Matters: Leaks now mean headaches later—catch ‘em early.
Step 5: Sanitize the Fresh Water Tank
Winter funk can linger—clean it out:
- Mix 1/4 cup bleach per 15 gallons of tank capacity with water.
- Fill the tank, run it through all lines, and let it sit 4-12 hours.
- Drain and flush until the bleach smell’s gone.
Pro Tip: Get bleach or Unique brand cleaners at Motor Sportsland Parts Store.
Step 6: Prep the Interior
Get the inside camp-ready:
- Remove moisture absorbers and air it out—open windows and vents.
- Restock essentials like bedding and kitchen gear.
- Check appliances—fridge, stove, AC—for winter gremlins.
Why It Matters: A cozy RV starts your season right.
Step 7: Test the Systems
Make sure everything’s humming:
- Run the propane system—light the stove and heater.
- Test electric hookups—plug in and check outlets.
- Take a short drive—brakes, tires, all good?
When to Call the Pros
If pipes are cracked or systems won’t wake up, don’t stress—Motor Sportsland’s RV Service offers dewinterizing help and repairs to get you rolling.
