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Planning On Travelling With An
RV? What Drivers Need To Know
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Among the first things in a newbie RVer should make sure is that they are completely
confident in driving the large vehicle and know what they are doing since it is more
challenging than driving a car and it will require practice for at least two months before
hitting the road. If you’ve already been at it many times, you know that one of the most
basic rules is having appropriate roadside assistance available in order to avoid
overpaying and receiving unfavorable services. The last thing you want is to find
yourself stuck and unprepared to deal with the situation.
Another important thing that should be on the driver’s checklist is a budget allocated to
repair and maintenance. Here, it should be taken into consideration the longevity of the
vehicle, the rig and the holiday plans themselves as they will matter when discussing
miles, weather conditions or road quality. It may seem irrelevant but as an RVer if you
haven’t before, read the manual. Should you have an older model, they can be easily
found on the internet. By doing so it can also help you diagnose an unexpected problem
or should you not be the most experienced in this area, offer a solution should a fellow
RVer be willing to lend a hand but is unacquainted with your particular vehicle.
Other things the checklist should include would be covering the RV’s roof, checking the
generator, vents, window and door seals. And as well packing a properly stocked tool
kit, including things you might need such as fuses, light bulbs, jumper cables or
connectors, and as well objects that are unique to your vehicle to avoid having to order
them on-site at exorbitant amounts of money. Your regular mechanic person should
know how to best advise you in deciding what they should be and you can even ask
when you take the vehicle for the pre-vacation check-up.