Finally picking trailer up tomorrow!!!!!

Boxrkisses

Member
So we finally get to pick up our trailer tomorrow. I know...It's only been a week, but it seems like a month. We go for our walk through and lesson on how to operate it at 1:00pm. They said to allow 2-3 hours for it. Can any of you give me advice on what to put on my list of "MUST CHECKS" I have read about the sink mounts missing or not holding up so that is for sure on the list. Also about the antenna crank being easy to turn. Of course we will make sure the heater, AC, fridge, sound sytem, pump, faucets, lights are all in working order. Maybe I sure ask what you have had problems with, or what you wish you would have checked or maybe what things were on your list? I just want to be as thorough as possible before taking it off the lot. Thanks!
 

caissiel

Senior Member
Re: Finally picking trailer up tomorrow!!!!!!!!

Tire pressures. Ours were 20 lbs low.

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HornedToad

Well-known member
Re: Finally picking trailer up tomorrow!!!!!!!!

A few items I missed on my last PDI and had to figure out myself...

How to manually operate the slides
Where are all the valves and drains to winterize the unit
How to switch between the inside/outside speakers
 

Boxrkisses

Member
Re: Finally picking trailer up tomorrow!!!!!!!!

Oh good....had not thought of those.....thanks they are on my list
 

MCTalley

Well-known member
Re: Finally picking trailer up tomorrow!!!!!!!!

Not sure if you have an ice maker, but if you do, find out where the cutoff is for the water line and make sure it is on. Make sure you have ice within 24 hours of setup (i.e. connected to AC power and water supplied via either pump or hose). In our case it was off. Even the factory wasn't sure where the cutoff was (I found it on my own). Once turned on, we found that the line had a leak underneath. It was all fixed by the dealer under warranty, but still an experience I wouldn't want to repeat.
 

BigJim45

Luv'n Life
Re: Finally picking trailer up tomorrow!!!!!!!!

Make sure the rocker switch in the WH area is turned on. Ours wasn't and the tech didn't know where to look. I had to show him where it was. Also find out where by pass valve is for WH when time to winterize. If possible video tape everything.
 

DonnyB007

Well-known member
Re: Finally picking trailer up tomorrow!!!!!!!!

So we finally get to pick up our trailer tomorrow. I know...It's only been a week, but it seems like a month. We go for our walk through and lesson on how to operate it at 1:00pm. They said to allow 2-3 hours for it. Can any of you give me advice on what to put on my list of "MUST CHECKS" I have read about the sink mounts missing or not holding up so that is for sure on the list. Also about the antenna crank being easy to turn. Of course we will make sure the heater, AC, fridge, sound sytem, pump, faucets, lights are all in working order. Maybe I sure ask what you have had problems with, or what you wish you would have checked or maybe what things were on your list? I just want to be as thorough as possible before taking it off the lot. Thanks!

TRAILER CHECK LIST


DEPARTURE CHECKLIST


Exterior items -Road ready RV Checklist


___Awning retracted and secured
___Camp Fire DEAD (soaked and stirred)
___Groceries/supplies taken out for the camp Stowed
___Firewood Loaded (any that you take with you anyway!)
___Camp Equipment Stowed (awning mats, chairs, tables, BBQ, etc.
___Antenna / Dish Secured (Internet and/or television)
___Shore power and water disconnected. Cord/hose stowed
___Levelers/stabilizers retracted
___Leveling blocks stowed
___All Tires Inspected
___All Tire Pressures and lug nuts Checked
___Access Doors Locked
___Trailer Door Locked
___Truck hitched to trailer
___Marker / Brake Light Check
___Wheel chocks pulled and stowed






Fuels and water system items - Road ready RV Checklist


___Motor Fuel Level Checked** (diesel/gas)
___Propane Level Checked**
___Grey Water Level Checked**
___Black Water Level Checked**
___Fresh Water Level Checked**
___Water Jugs Secured
___Aux. Propane Tank secured (from your barbeque etc.)
___Propane tank valves off (unless the refer. will be on)
___Sewer Hose Stowed (if used)
___Fresh/gray and black water tank valves checked/secured
___Pump Off
___Water Heater Off






**Compile a TO DO list as a reminder if you need to dump or fill water etc. if those facilities are not available at your current campsite.
Interior items - Road ready RV Checklist


___Window Blinds Secured
___Windows Closed
___Vents Closed
___Misc. loose items secured in their transport locations
___Clothing Stowed
___TP and Paper Towels (add to shopping list if required)
___Add any grocery needs to shopping list as they are identified
___Laundry Bags Stowed (convenient for Laundromat access)
___Any Cabinet Locks Secured
___Trash Bagged (ready for legal/appropriate dumpster)
___Trash bags (add to shopping list?)
___Furnace/air conditioner thermostat OFF
___Refrigerator OFF(unless used on 12v/gas while traveling)
___Refrigerator door closed and locked
___Bathroom door secured
___Slide(s) retracted and secured
___Secure "living room" chairs
___Shopping List in Cab
___Camera Ready and in the cab
___Laptop in Cab with GPS navigation system!
___Daily CD’s in Cab
___Daily Maps in Cab
___Daily RV Log ready for use in the cab
___Cell Phone in Cab plugged in for power
___Verify "papers" are in cab (Insurance, vehicle registration, pet health cert. etc.)


Final actions - Road ready RV Checklist (Before we pull out)


___Rearview mirror and seat position checked for current driver ****(Before moving...not rolling through a campground!)****
___Where did you put your wallet/Purse??
___Final Hitch Security Check
___Final Camp Inspection Walk
___Final Rig “Walk around”...(looking for any odd, out of place things we might have missed before!)
 
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