Get your caravan out of storage: view our tips
With the arrival of spring, the camping itch comes back. So it's high time to get your caravan out of storage. What should you actually pay attention to when you pick up your caravan? We give you tips.
Not many people go camping during the winter. although Winter camping is becoming increasingly popular many caravans still go into winter storage. And that's a good idea, because in a covered shed your caravan is protected against all the harsh winter weather. And if you don't use it anyway...
Caravan in storage
If all goes well, you have prepared your caravan well for winter storage. So when you take your caravan out of storage, it will still be nice and tidy. Furthermore, you have probably turned off all appliances, the water system is empty and the gas tap is closed. Better go into the winter storage next time? For good preparation for winter storage you can: check out these tips.
Caravan out of storage
Once you have taken your caravan out of storage, it is smart to check a number of things:
The tires
From one sample from the BOVAG it turned out that many caravans and trailer tents have outdated tires. Especially after a few months of standstill, it is good to check the condition of the tires. What's the profile like? Are the tires not dried out? Do you see any cracks? What is the tire pressure? Don't forget to check your spare tire as well.
Lighting and mirrors
Does everything still work properly? When it comes to lighting, it is best to have two people check whether all lights are working and properly connected. It may be that a lamp does turn on, but the wrong one. So also communicate which lights should be on.
Gas and water
Check whether all pipes and hoses are still in good condition. Both the water pipes and the gas installation. Check carefully whether there are any cracks in the hoses. With water you will of course notice this quickly enough when you let the water flow again and it starts to leak somewhere. Then a pipe burst in the winter. Also check whether you still have enough gas, so that you do not run out while camping with your caravan.
And also
Accumulators and batteries: Do all batteries still work? For example, that of the mover? Recharge all batteries and replace all batteries where necessary.
The locks: check whether all locks open and close smoothly. You can use graphite powder for this, if things are a bit difficult.
The tow bar: Make sure the towbar is clean and remove rust and grease. In any case, it is useful to secure the towbar with a cap when you are not using it.
clean
Although you probably gave your caravan a good soak in the autumn, it is probably necessary again now. Because your favorite camping equipment has been standing still for months, it has probably acquired a nice layer of dust. Spray soapy water over everything and let the cushions air out so that everything smells fresh again. Also clean the water pipes and water tank thoroughly. This can be done with, for example the Tank-O3 system.
Everything checked and completely fresh again? Then you can of course start packing away all your familiar camping gear. Crockery, pans, sheets, towels... Make sure you close all cupboards properly so that everything is securely stored when you hit the road. Your caravan is ready for a new camping season!
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