Preparing Your Travel Trailer for the First Trip of the Year

As the weather warms and the days get longer, you might be starting to plan your camping trips for the upcoming season. Many campsites require early bookings to get the best spots! Our team at Howdy RV is here to help you get the most from your RV experience, so continue reading for a few tips on how to prepare your travel trailer for the first trip of the year!

Look Everything Over

Before you do anything else, you’ll want to take some time to have a look at the overall condition of your travel trailer. You probably had it stored or parked away for the winter, so you’ll want to check the tires, windows, seals, and storage compartments. Look for any signs of pest presence or deterioration that may have occurred during the off-season. Starting with a general once-over will let you know what you’re working with and what concerns might need to be addressed.

Complete Required Maintenance Tasks

After evaluating the current state of your travel trailer, you’ll want to move on to maintenance tasks. This will include tire care, interior and exterior cleaning, lubricating moving parts, fixing any weak seals, and prepping the tanks.

Gather Paperwork

If you are planning any camping trips, you may need to refresh your knowledge about your travel trailer! Some campgrounds will enforce age restrictions and most sites will require you to know the total length of your trailer. Gathering your paperwork now will refresh your memory and make sure you have everything up to date.

Preparing for the first campaign trip of the year is exciting and getting a head start can reduce the total amount of chaos and time you need to hit the road. Visit us in Aransas Pass or Mathis, TX, to stock up on parts or schedule a service appointment. We are proud to serve Corpus Christi, Rockport, and Port Aransas.