TRAVEL CHECK LIST Pre Trip All Lights and fans off Cabinets closed and locked Chocks removed and stowed Drain/fill hoses stowed, caps on Electric disconnected and cords stowed Furnace and A/C off Jacks up and locked Lower TV antenna/satellite dish Check pressure regulator Retract slides and install braces Secure all windows and ceiling vents Stow show and bathroom supplies Turn off propane Water heater off Wheels torqued Retract entry step Be sure inside weight is evenly distributed Awning secured Check lights/turn signals, tires and engine oil Disconnect CATV/Phone Dump and reset black and grey tanks Empty and stow trashcans Hitch locked and secured Lights and brakes checked Prepare refrigerator for traveling Pull off levelers and stow levelers Secure all loose items Stow folding chairs and other outside items Stow TV and TV shelf Water bottle for truck Water pump off Check roof rack or storage pod Shut off all gas pilot lights NEVER, EVER BACK TRAILER WITHOUT FIRST POSTING A LOOKOUT WITH RADIO
Troubleshooting Tools Basic Trailer Equipment- Barbecue supplies
- Barbecue tools
- Battery jumper cables
- Emergency road kit with approved reflectors
- Extra bulbs
- Fire extinguisher
- Flashlight and batteries
- Garden hose
- Hydraulic and/or sissors jack suitable for weight of your vehicles heaviest tire
- Matches or lighter
- Rubber gloves
- Shovel
- Tire-pressure gauge
- Wheel chocks
- Campground directory
- Extension cords
- Extra fuses
- First-aid kit
- Folding chairs
- Good set of tools
- Leveling blocks or boards
- Rags
- Sewer hose with hookup fittings
- Sewer rack to hold sewer hose up off ground (some campgrounds require these)
- Spare fuses
- Water hose (designed for drinking water)
Kitchen and Bath Inventory- Aspirin/Ibuprofen/Tyenol/Naproxen
- Bath towels
- Cleaning supplies
- Deodorant
- Hand soap
- Insect repellent
- Knives
- Measuring cups
- Paper towels
- Personal items
- Pot holders
- Seasoning/Sugar/Condiments
- Shampoo
- Sunscreen or sun block
- Toaster
- Toiletry kit
- Trash can/trash liners
- Baking soda
- Can opener/bottle opener
- Coffee Pot
- Hand lotion
- Holding-tank chemical
- Insect spray or pest strips
- Lip balm
- Napkins
- Peroxide or antiseptic
- Plastic wrap and foil
- Salt and Pepper
- Serving bowls
- Sponges
- Table settings (plates, cuts, silverware)
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
Used-Vehicle Evaluation- Air-conditioning system
- Chocks and Suspension Components
- Engine Condition
- Tires
- Brakes
- Cooling-systems Condition
- Fuel Sensitivity
- Transmission
Gagets and Cockpit Extras - Alarm Clock
- Bungee cords
- Eyeglass repair kit
- Pens and pencils
- Pocket knife
- Rubber bands
- Wire
- Ax
- Extra extension cords
- Paper clips
- Playing cards/games/toys
- Rope
- Tape, electrical or duct
Summer RV Checklist - Clean and lubricate entry step for smooth operation
- Check and lubricate slide room mechanism and check and treat slide room seals
- Coach and chassis battery terminals should be cleaned
- Water levels in batteries should be checked at least monthly
- Check all window and roof seals at least twice a year and clean and reseal as needed
- If you have a rubber roof it should also be inspected, cleaned and treated at least once a year
- Tire pressure should be checked
- Pressurized water system and check all lines and fixtures for leaks before you set out for a trip
- Clean and lubricate all exterior door locks and hinges for smooth operation
- Lubricate awning, latches and knobs and inspect and clean canvas to prevent mildew
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