Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Camper Repair Tips - Arizona Snowbirds - Quartzsite AZ

Camper Repair Tips - Arizona Snowbirds - Quartzsite AZ

 

 

If you own a recreational vehicle, chances are that knowing a few camper repair tips will come in handy from time to time.

Types of Campers

Families have been enjoying campers to take on road trips since the early 1950s. Campgrounds all over the United States make it convenient to travel with your camper and stop for the night. A camper also refers to a pop up tent trailer, a recreational vehicle, a trailer, or just the shell on the back of a camper truck.

Types of Repairs Needed

If your camper is older, many things can break and need repair. Some of the most common repairs are:
  • Ripped canvas
  • Broken or missing awning
  • Flat tires
  • Leaks
  • Torn or dirty cushions
  • Lifted carpet or linoleum
  • Refrigerator or stove does not work
  • Broken latches on doors and cabinets
  • Water pump breaks
  • Broken vent on top of the camper
  • Taillights do not work
  • Wheel bearings need repacking

Camper Repair Tips

When something breaks on your camper you need to decide if it is something you can fix yourself or whether it requires a professional. You should understand the essentials of camper repair in order to fix the camper on the road. Following is a list of tools and emergency supplies that should be packed in your camper before each trip.
  • Channel locks
  • Vice grips
  • Heavy-duty jumper cables
  • Utility knife
  • Spark plug socket
  • Rope
  • Wire
  • Assortment of screws, nuts and bolts
  • Duct tape
  • Black electrical tape
  • Gloves
  • Road flares
  • Extra power amp cord
  • Spare fuses for converter
  • White-water hose
  • Extra section of sewer hose
  • Sewer line seal or donut
  • Spare belts
  • Tire pressure regulator
  • Propane leak detector
  • Jack (only if you have a small camper)
  • Silicone leak repair
  • Can of compressed air
  • Small toothbrush
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Fire extinguisher

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