All RVs will eventually need maintenance. Some tasks can be done at home, allowing you to skip the hassle and cost of a service department visit. Before you can tackle do-it-yourself RV maintenance, however, you will need certain tools. Below, we cover recommended items to have for RV maintenance.
Fluids for The Engine
The RV engine (or, for towable RVs, the tow vehicle’s engine) needs certain fluids to function properly. It’s wise to keep some replacement fluids on hand in case you run low or need to replace poor quality fluids. This includes coolant, motor oil, and brake fluid.
Belts and Fuel Filters
If you are comfortable with DIY maintenance, you can grab spare belts and fuel filters. If you need a replacement on the road, you can handle it yourself instead of needing to visit a professional.
A Toolkit
Everyone should have a general toolkit. This will help you tackle many of the DIY RV maintenance tasks. Check that the tool sizing matches your camper’s parts.
Extra Light Bulbs
Lights burn out all the time in your home and the same is true for your RV. Make sure you know what type of bulb each of your light fixtures uses and have a few spares on hand in a cabinet. You don’t want to be left in the dark in the wilderness because you didn’t bring any light bulbs!
If you have questions or want to get personalized RV shopping tips, visit East Coast RV Specialists. Our expert staff is happy to help however we can. Our dealership is located in Bedford, Pennsylvania.
