At what temperature should you winterize your camper?
As a general rule of thumb, even if your RV is in use, you should probably winterize if: Temperatures are consistently at 20 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. You can’t insulate and heat your RV’s underbelly, or you don’t have heated tanks. You’re boondocking and can only run your furnace at certain times.
How much RV antifreeze Do I need to winterize my trailer?
You’ll need at least 2 to 3 gallons of RV antifreeze depending on the size of your rig. b) Use your RV’s internal water pump. If you use the water pump, you’ll need to install a pump bypass kit if it’s not already equipped since it draws from the RV’s fresh water tank and you don’t want antifreeze in there.
How do you winterize a camper for winter?
There are several ways to insulate them: foam insulation boards, bubble insulation, solar blankets, etc. For extra warmth, line your windows with heavy-weight thermal curtains. You may also want to go over your RV windows and doors with a layer of RV sealant or caulk, just to ensure they’re nice and weather-tight.
Is there a way to winterize a travel trailer?
The majority of travel trailers come equipped with a pre-installed bypass valve. However, if your camper doesn’t have it, you can buy and install a cheap one. If your camper is equipped with washer and dryer, Ice-maker, refrigerator, and dishwasher, you can read the owner’s manuals to get assistance about winterizing them.
How can I winterize my RV plumbing system?
Another way to winterize an RV plumbing system is by using antifreeze, which will also make sure that all the water is blown out. For that, it entirely depends on how big your travel trailer is to determine how much antifreeze you are going to need. You can pump antifreeze through the system in two ways.
What should I bring to a winterized camper?
Fill it up with RV anti-freeze and you’re fine. We bring along enough fresh water for cooking, drinking, and brushing teeth. We use paper plates and plastic utensils so we don’t have to do dishes. Then we wash any pots and pans when we get home.
Can you use grey water in a winterized camper?
We bring fresh water in jugs. The camper is winterized so meals are pre-made and reheated, or by boiling water. That kind of grey water is easy to dispose of. We use RV antifreeze in the cassette toilet flush tank so there’s no problem dumping.”