Eight Tips For Getting Ready For Texas Rv Season

By Author: Jesus R. Olivares
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If you enjoy roaming the road with your recreational vehicle (RV), you have lots of company. Millions enjoy that freedom, too. Here are some general tips that will help to steer you towards a stress-free season on the road:

Clean it up and air it out. Open all roof vents and windows and then remove any pest control items you may have placed during winter storage. It is also a good idea to clean or replace air conditioner filters.

Check for damage.
 Look for deterioration of seals around doors, roof vents and windows and reseal as necessary.
 Check awnings for damage, mildew and insects.
 Examine the hitch system for wear, loose bolts and cracks.

Change the engine oil and spark plugs. Many manufacturers recommend changing the oil and filter prior to storage and again in the spring. During storage, oil can separate and cause condensation buildup that may harm the engine. While replacing spark plugs, be sure to set the gaps to the recommended manufacturer’s setting.

Inspect the engine.
 Check the battery.
 Check the cooling ...
... and fuel systems.
 Drain and flush the entire system of the nontoxic antifreeze you used before placing the RV into storage and replace with the proper coolant.
 Check for cracks in hoses and fan belts and replace if necessary.
 Replace fuel filter, and examine the fuel lines and fittings for cracks and leaks.
 Change the transmission fluid and filter.
 Flush the water system.

Inspect the tires. Check for cracks, worn treads and correct tire pressure.

Check all lights. Make sure headlights, taillights, brake lights and turn signals are all functioning properly.

Prepare for a safe season. After checking all mechanical components, it’s always a good idea to inspect your safety equipment. This means installing new batteries in flashlights and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and restocking the first-aid kit.

Check your Texas RV Insurance coverage. After making these routine checks, don’t forget to review your Texas recreational insurance policy to make sure it meets your current needs. Progressive, for example, has been insuring RVers for more than 25 years and understands their needs and wants, so it has developed specialized coverages that offer true protection.

A few things to keep in mind about your Recreational Vehicle Insurance:
• Are your limits in liability high enough?
• Do you have uninsured motorist protection?
• Do you have health insurance to cover any injury? If not, are your RV Insurance limits in medical payments or personal injury protection high enough? Do you even have these coverage?
• Does your policy offer replacement cost or actual cash value? Make sure you have replacement cost.
• Does you policy offer roadside assistance? If so, what is the max it will cover?
• Does your RV policy cover vacation liability? If not, to what extend does your homeowners insurance cover your RV liabilility (most homeowners insurance policies will not extend coverage to RV liabilities)?

These are only a few suggestions, but there are more things to consider. It is best if you contact you independent insurance agent for a better explanation and real life examples.

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