The Seasonal RV Post-Storage Inspection Checklist That Prevents Bad Surprises

An RV can look perfectly ready after winter storage and still have problems that only show themselves once you start moving, pressurize the water system, run the appliances, or put the trailer back under load. In this video, Dennis Morgan walks through 15 checks to make before the first trip after winter: tires, batteries, roof and seals, plumbing, propane, brakes, wheel bearings, lights, hitch hardware, slides, generator, appliances, safety detectors, the final exterior inspection, and a short road test. The goal is not spring cleaning. It is finding problems at home while you still have the time and tools to deal with them. By the end, you should have a practical post-storage routine for deciding what looks ready, what needs closer inspection, and what should be handled before the RV goes back on the road. Disclaimer: Maintenance requirements vary by RV, chassis, axle, appliance, and component manufacturer. Follow the manuals for your specific equipment and use a qualified RV technician for propane, brake, electrical, or other safety-critical work when required. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Before the First Trip 0:52 - Tires and Batteries 2:18 - Roof, Seals and Water Damage 3:48 - Plumbing After Winter 5:06 - Propane System Check 6:09 - Brakes and Wheel Bearings 7:32 - Lights and Hitch Hardware 8:45 - Slides After Storage 9:43 - Generator Check 10:38 - Appliances Back in Service 11:40 - Safety Detectors 12:27 - Final Exterior Walk-Around 13:18 - The Short Road Test 14:08 - Final Go or No-Go Check Researched Sources: NHTSA — Tire Safety & Maintenance https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/... Dexter — Trailer & RV Maintenance Schedule https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/... Grand Design RV — Owner Manuals & Maintenance Guidance https://www.granddesignrv.com/owners/... Lippert — RV Slide-Out System Manuals & Support https://support.lci1.com/power-gear-s... Airxcel — RV Owner Support for Suburban, Coleman-Mach, Dicor and Other Components https://www.airxcel.com/rv-owners/?ut... #RV #RVMaintenance #RVTips #RVChecklist #RVLife