RV Spring Cleaning Check List: Exterior

Cleaning and repairing the exterior of your RV every spring and fall will keep your RV looking good while protecting the investment you made when you purchased your motorhome or travel trailer online. Spending a few hours on cleaning and maintenance chores now ensures a problem-free travel season this summer.

Keep your pad of paper and pen handy for jotting down maintenance and repair chores as you find them. To clean your RV, start at the roof and work your way down. This will prevent areas that have just been cleaned from being dirtied again. To save time and elbow grease, consider taking your RV to a do-it-yourself truck or car wash. The pressurized power sprayers at these facilities quickly cut through and wash away dirt and grime. Make sure you take advantage of the liquid wax application to protect your RV’s exterior surface. If you wash your RV at home, use automotive cleaning products that are formulated to protect vehicle finishes. Do not use dish soap as it can harm the finish of your RV.

> Start by sweeping, then washing and hosing off the roof. If your RV sits outside during the winter, sweep off dead leaves and debris. Carefully inspect the roof for signs of water damage and seals for cracks or holes. Repair and recaulk as necessary.

> Use a high-pressure washer to clean excess oil and road grime off the engine and generator to keep odors and potential fire hazards under control.

More exterior cleaning tips next time

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   April 13th, 2011 at 10:34 am

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