5 Important RV Maintenance Projects I Do Once a Year

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @WhyWait
    @WhyWait  Год назад +2

    Shop all of our favorite RV gear on our Amazon Store! From maintenance products to storage and organizing gear! 👉🏼
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  • @roveriia6334
    @roveriia6334 10 месяцев назад +5

    Hand packing bearings brings back memoires as a kid learning from my dad and uncle truly esoteric.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  10 месяцев назад

      That is awesome. A trip down memory lane.

  • @rogeeeferrari
    @rogeeeferrari Год назад +6

    Wheel bearing service is necessary only if you put lots of milage on your trailer, say 10K miles. Most folks don't even put half that much, which means you can put off the axle service without any problems. One thing you don't mention for annual service is battery maintenance, very important to service the battery's every year...

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +2

      Thanks for watching. I still prefer to open mine up and inspect yearly even if I don’t repack the grease. Yes good point on the battery…I didn’t get into batteries because I can’t speak from first hand knowledge. I have always had a Dragonfly Lithium Iron Phosphate battery installed that has its own BMS and needs no servicing. Appreciate the comment and stopping by 👍🏼

  • @nealcoppola9963
    @nealcoppola9963 Год назад +10

    You have good tips , On the Electric Brake Operation - with drums off , if you pull the break away you will not see any movement with the magnet or brake arm. When magnet gets energized (Power and Ground being present) you can verify magnet operation with a screw driver laying across magnet and feel the pull as you attempt to remove it. For brakes to apply Drum needs to be on and rotating. Magnet get energized - and pulled to inside of the drum - Drum rotates - causing arm to move - which pushes top of brake shoes outward - causing brake shoes to contact brake drum. Hope this Helps.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Nice! Thanks. Always just used a compass or spun the tire off the ground and pulled the cable. Appreciate you watching. 👍🏼

    • @kentrumm1385
      @kentrumm1385 Год назад +4

      My thoughts exactly. Magnet will not move when energized if wheel is not on and rotating

  • @_LYD
    @_LYD Год назад +1

    Your videos are awesome! You are extremely thorough. Anyone following you will definitely have a massively improved experience. RVing. I'm a retired automotive engineer (55 now... Retired at 50...🎉) That now RVs full time. I have maintenance schedules and chores that I follow (of course on a spreadsheet....lol). I love your channel because you tell it the way it is. No extra fluff and a lot of sense. Thank you for creating content. You're awesome!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Thanks! Really means a lot and hearing stuff like this keeps me motivated to try and keep putting out good content. Appreciate you watching. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @shotgun3363
    @shotgun3363 Год назад +5

    Thanks Chris. You have done a great job in presenting the tasks that need to be performed IF you want to safely operate and maintain your RV over time. I wish we had all of this great information 15 years ago when we first started hauling our 5th wheel. BEARINGS: After one year of pulling a brand-new 5th wheel we pulled the bearings to find that rust chips from the middle of the hub/drums had migrated into the bearings. Many of the bearings were scored. This was a nightmare in the making and could have been a roadside disaster. We also found a casting crack in one of the aluminum diecast wheels. Performing your own work or inspections is a great idea. HINTS: Double nut or Jam-nut those axle wheel bolts AND protect or re-route the electric brake wiring inside of the axle. Thanks Again

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Appreciate the comments and checking out the channel. Great tips by the way too! Especially the wiring into the axle. 👍🏼

  • @bee-adventurous
    @bee-adventurous Год назад +1

    I did the Eternabond thing AND Liquid Rubber (our trailer is 2010).

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Good deal 👍🏼

  • @daveanddianethrowingcautio5707
    @daveanddianethrowingcautio5707 Год назад +2

    There are a number of things I don't mind doing myself but at one point in my life I just said to heck with it, I'm never doing bearings myself unless I just have too and I started paying to have that job done LOL!! It was one thing doing them when we had a nice shop to pull into but in a campground, I just drew the line. All good info as always.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Hahaha I hear you Dave. I’m getting close to that point with the sealant job on the sides of the RV, I hate doing that job. Thanks for watching bud, safe travels out there.

  • @WilliamMerkley-nx1jw
    @WilliamMerkley-nx1jw 7 месяцев назад

    Just wanted to say a huge thank you, it’s our first year and your videos were a tremendous help to get everything up and running well this spring ; best wishes - William - Edmonton, AB

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  7 месяцев назад +1

      Awesome. Definitely appreciate you watching William! Safe travels out there 👍🏼

  • @Ren_O_72
    @Ren_O_72 Год назад +1

    Man, I can tell you are an old Army guy too. (I think) You remind me of that old Platoon Sergeant I had when I was stationed in Germany who loved to keep us in the Motor pool even though we were Aviation. He was a stickler on vehicle maintenance and one the areas I absolutely hated was breaking down 5 ton tires, and removing and repacking bearings. Whew! That was some tough work. One thing for sure as you always seem to insinuate to us through your channel is if you take care of your Vehicle/RV it will take care of you. Great video and I will be sure to share this with others in hopes they will see it and learn from it like me. I need to go and check out your “How To” video on bearing maintenance so I can know how to do mine before the time comes since I have never had to do it on any of our RVs. So I said to myself “Why Wait”, I Might as well save myself some money and make sure it is done right. Thanks! Hooah!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +3

      Thanks bud I appreciate you watching. Not former Army just currently a Merchant Marine. Same thing on our tugboats though, constant preventative maintenance is key out here on the water. My older son is currently in the Army and all of my family as well as my wife’s family are military. Thanks for watching the channel and yup, these RVs weren’t really designed to be lived in so taking care of them is pretty important. Safe travels out there 🇺🇸👍🏼

    • @mattharper588
      @mattharper588 Год назад

      I was Army stationed in Germany 74-76 and was always taught preventive maintenance I still try to explain that to people today

  • @rventureawaits
    @rventureawaits Год назад +2

    I’m amazed at the people that don’t do their bearings annually. Thanks for putting this out there.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +2

      Sure thing. Just a good time of the year to remind people about some of the basic maintenance that can easily be forgotten about. Appreciate you watching 😄👍🏼

    • @fannygo6673
      @fannygo6673 Год назад +2

      I thought it was millage based. Is it not?

    • @rventureawaits
      @rventureawaits Год назад

      @@fannygo6673 12 months or 12K miles whichever comes first is the normal recommendation.

    • @rventureawaits
      @rventureawaits Год назад

      @@thelonewolf666 most manufacturers recommend 12 months or 12000 miles.

  • @mfstr
    @mfstr Год назад

    In other words, you can't trust a shop to do what is right! That's encouraging! What about the headache of jacking up your trailer and doing this yourself?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      It definitely just depends on your skill level and what you’re comfortable with, or factors like do you full time RV and taking the RV to a shop is a major headache if you do. For me I explain in my bearings video how I do it, I just use my hydraulics to lift one side at a time and only till the wheels come about one inch off the ground. Then I only take one wheel off at a time as I do the project. So it’s not a difficult process. But everybody’s situation will be different.

  • @rickstills6716
    @rickstills6716 Год назад +4

    Hi Chris. Great info as always. A few of my thoughts. I use my ez-lube grease fittings occasionally but the number 1 rule is be sure you have the tire off the ground and spin the tire while greasing. As for the brake magnets, you can also have someone pull the breakaway pin and hold a screwdriver or wrench up to the magnet. If it sticks, you're good. I had eternabond tape installed on the roof of my 5th wheel a few years ago. Still holding strong. 👍 Safe travels. 🇺🇸

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +3

      Great tips Rick. I’m definitely not concerned about the Eternabond sticking but if I ever need to take it off to say replace a fan or skylight how difficult will it be getting it off 😂😂 Appreciate you stopping by and watching. 👍🏼

  • @porkchop10
    @porkchop10 Год назад

    I agree with opening up the hub for inspection purposes, but the Dexter EZ axles are designed to, and will, expel the old grease. It's the folks that don't spin the tire as they slowly pump new grease in that blow the seal out.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      This is true. You can definitely repack both ways but like you say it’s still good practice to open things up and get eyes on everything. Thanks for watching 👍🏼

  • @FaithfulEscapes
    @FaithfulEscapes Год назад +1

    Hey Chris did you buy the 4" tape when you did the roof edges? I was watching your video on that earlier and I'm going to buy a couple rolls , looks awesome

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Yes, I thought the 4 inch tape was just right 👍🏼 Take your time and go slow. It’s hard to work with.
      amzn.to/3tkd0rC

  • @williamfry6087
    @williamfry6087 Год назад

    I found a crack in my brakeaway box. It was bad - replaced it. You can check the circuit in the junction box. Also do a pull test on the RV before raising the legs.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Yes if you have a standard fifth wheel hitch a pull test is defiantly necessary, we have never had to do that, benefit of a Reese goose neck! We do always do a trailer brake test though when we leave a site by manually engaging the trailer brake gain all the way when going about 15mph, it should pretty much stop the truck. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @leapnlarry
    @leapnlarry Год назад

    Great tips, i am replacing my brakes, bearing, and shackle right now before our trip this summer. Larry

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Awesome. Getting upgrades on everything ourselves in a few weeks too. Looking forward to a better ride and safety.

  • @brucefranklin6765
    @brucefranklin6765 Год назад +2

    I’ve done 4 of the 5 this spring. Doing the a/c when we get back from Blue Ridge. I actually enjoy doing the maintenance side of things except crawling under the rig. I see you’re running Hercules tires. I put a new set of them on my Momentum last spring and love them so far.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +2

      Hey Bruce! 👋🏼 Same here, most of these projects are satisfying and feel good when you get them done. Glad those tires are working out for you, I had never heard of them before I got mine but been happy with them as well. Enjoy the mountains and safe travels! 😁

  • @hanginwiththeharrises
    @hanginwiththeharrises Год назад

    Am really getting a lot out of your videos. We have been camping about 3 years and camp about 9 months out of the year but we traded our first two campers before they needed any maintenance. Now we are in a 42ft 5th wheel which we've had a little over a year and following your videos to do most of the maintenance. Love it. We also started a RUclips channel a few months ago, mostly on our various travels but a few how-tos, campround reviews, and other things thrown in too.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Awesome, I really appreciate you guys checking it out. Preventive maintenance is definitely key to making these RVs last especially when you live in them. I’ll go check out your channel too 😃👍🏼😂

  • @daniellelindgren2099
    @daniellelindgren2099 Год назад

    This is so good. I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm going to watch every video. So informative.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Oh wow! Thanks, we really appreciate the comment. Definitely lots to watch and some helpful information in our channel. Feel free to reach out with questions anytime and I’ll try my best to get back to you. Thanks again for watching 👍🏼

  • @tankscrittersandurbanhomes5579

    I went eternabond years ago. I still check quarterly and add tape as needed.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Right on. I’ve been meaning to do it for two years myself. This spring I will be knocking it out. Thanks for stopping by and watching. 👍🏼

    • @andresd9146
      @andresd9146 Год назад

      I “bulletproofed” the roof seams with eternabond also around 2 years ago and so far so good. I still inspect it monthly. So definitely recommend doing it. Great video and tips 👍

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      @@andresd9146 thanks! Definitely appreciate that

  • @jongarza2114
    @jongarza2114 Год назад

    Excellent channel bro! I just got my first RV trailer! Your channel is gonna help me a lot! Thank you! 👏

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Thanks man! Congrats on the RV. Preventive maintenance is definitely key to these things. Lots of useful stuff on our channel. Appreciate you watching 👍🏼

  • @WeSometimesRV
    @WeSometimesRV Год назад +1

    Great info Chris. I will be doing the sanitize and cleaning the A/C units pretty soon. We don't have an anode rod in our water heater, but I still flush it out once a year.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Thanks! Just did my AC units yesterday too. Appreciate you stopping by and watching 👍🏼

    • @WeSometimesRV
      @WeSometimesRV Год назад

      @@WhyWait You always have good info. My flagpole suction cup holder came out well and even used it for outside TV

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      @@WeSometimesRV outside rv!!? That’s ballsy hahaha they will fall over time or with wet weather sometimes. Just be careful.

    • @WeSometimesRV
      @WeSometimesRV Год назад

      @@WhyWait I don't leave it outside. You should check out my setup. I have a heavy string with a ring that attaches to a hook behind fridge in case it falls.

  • @tankscrittersandurbanhomes5579

    An amp clamp will not show current if the wire is broken somewhere. It will show current if the circuit is shorted to ground though. But, the release of smoke pixies will tell you that's the case as well.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Cool. Thanks for the tip. Makes sense👍🏼

  • @TheTruthHurtsBIG
    @TheTruthHurtsBIG Год назад

    100% correct. Any master tech will tell you it’s best to have the bearing in your hand.

  • @RVTIPSANDTRAVELS
    @RVTIPSANDTRAVELS Год назад

    Great info as always Chris. Can you get up to the Hershey show this September?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Thanks. We are actually discussing it. I will be getting off work that day so it’s possible. I’ll give you a call sometime and catch up 👍🏼

  • @williamarmstrong9970
    @williamarmstrong9970 Год назад

    I used the Eternabond tape on our old camper and found the it puckered the roofing.

  • @JaredCarter84
    @JaredCarter84 Год назад

    Where is the AC link for improvement of the AC air. Or I maybe missing it? Thank you

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      It was in the video description…no big deal. Here’s the link for you 👍🏼 Thanks for watching.
      RV A/C Modification that will DOUBLE the Output & BOOST Performance!
      ruclips.net/video/fBAUuMoD-ec/видео.html

  • @cpwatching5647
    @cpwatching5647 Год назад

    April 1st pulling mine out of storage. This is provided the snow melts. Thank you for the 5 steps. I'll be doing each for sure and using your other videos to do them. I'm excited to do the AC duct modification.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Good deal. Hopefully you can do the AC modification, not all units are designed for it but you will know when you open it up and look inside there. Let me know if you have any questions. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @enigma9789
    @enigma9789 Год назад +1

    My work trailer has 100,000 miles on it. ive never repacked the bearings. Its time to do the brakes though, so they will be getting done. its value is also much less than the camper.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      This is true, it’s probably not as heavy or has everything you own in it either hahaha. You might want to open them up and check them out though 🤷🏻‍♂️ Thanks for watching.

    • @enigma9789
      @enigma9789 Год назад

      @@WhyWait For sure. I will be checking the ones on my new to me 2016 Premier very soon. It needs new tires, so I will do everything at once. appreciate the how to videos!

  • @LandCloudAdventures
    @LandCloudAdventures Год назад

    Very helpful, thank you! Looks like I have some more videos to go watch now lol

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Thanks. Yeah, we have lots of helpful videos on our channel. Reach out with questions anytime. Definitely appreciate you watching 👍🏼

  • @spiralnapkin
    @spiralnapkin Год назад

    Well-put together video. Thank you!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Thanks! Definitely appreciate you watching 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @billyweston949
    @billyweston949 Год назад

    Love the videos just info for the mind 12 to 13 volts on the meter sir not amps

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Thanks Billy 👍🏼 Appreciate you watching.

  • @scovillesadventures7141
    @scovillesadventures7141 10 месяцев назад

    Nothing on the brake magnet will move if the drum is not on and spinning, but you can see if the magnet sticks to metal or not. That’s how you can test.

  • @541joe100
    @541joe100 10 месяцев назад

    Question do you have a super flex TPO roof? if so what products do you use to wash it with? I know Alpha super flex can be specific

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  10 месяцев назад

      Yes Grand Design roofs are TPO. Very low maintenance roofs actually to wash. Per the grand design manual they just recommend washing with basic soap and water and even mention products like simple green and dawn. We prefer to use Gabe’s Pride RV Streaker. Higher quality product and really good stuff, also approved by Grand Design. Here’s a link.
      ruclips.net/video/ZD3Rbqkp0c4/видео.htmlsi=UyP7VQB1gQ8cnlhT

  • @josephgermain2003
    @josephgermain2003 Год назад

    Man it sounds like there's running water in that intro, I had to mute like 20 times before finding out it wasn't me hahahaha.
    So question: slide's cabling, do you do any maintence there? I know grand design doesn't use "cables" persay, but any maintence tips on those?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Hahaha yup, there was a creek right behind me.
      I have to be honest with you I’ve never seen a cable slide out up close and have no idea how they are setup. I’m assuming though that some Boeshield T-9 on any and all moving parts would be a good idea. Keep all things lubed up and rust free 👍🏼 Thanks for watching.

  • @richardschank7624
    @richardschank7624 Год назад

    What kind of bike rack do you have?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Swagman. Few years now going strong. Check it out in our video here.
      BEST RV BIKE RACK | Full Time RV Life
      ruclips.net/video/8LdS6Y2EgFA/видео.html

  • @RB66_
    @RB66_ Год назад

    New subscriber here. Your videos look very informative. One question, I thought when checking the rv brakes with the wheel and hub off, the magnet only moves or slides up if the wheel is spinning. When not spinning, you can check the magnet by hanging a wrench on it to see if it sticks. Also, when checking the wiring for electricity its 13-14 "volts", not amps. I'm not an expert and know these can get confusing. Great video as I'm getting ready to pull my travel trailer out for spring maintenance and 2 new axles. Thanks

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      You are absolutely correct. I just always assumed it would. When I do my bearings I’ve always just spun my tire once it’s up off the ground and pulled the breakaway cable. 👍🏼 and yes somebody else pointed out the volt/amp thing, that’s just me fast talking and misspeaking. It always sucks because you can’t edit things once posted and believe me I flub words all the time. Appreciate you watching 👍🏼

    • @RB66_
      @RB66_ Год назад +1

      @@WhyWait all good brother, just started watching your how to and maintenance videos. always looking for new info for diy. thanks

  • @brentmcmahon8188
    @brentmcmahon8188 Год назад

    The anode is just a cheaper way to build! The have always used alum tanks and no anode but the went steel the rust really quick that’s the reason the use and sacrifice a anode rod. So if I was buying a new camper and had a steel tank I would not buy if they are going to cheap out that steel tank this not hood .

  • @DianeEggerling
    @DianeEggerling Год назад

    Do you know where I can find a user manual?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      As user manual for your RV? Well they are suppose to come with one. If not you can type in your rv model online and possible download it. Other than that contacting your manufacturer I suppose. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @mrsirlj
    @mrsirlj 6 месяцев назад

    If you read current with the meter, your brakes are engaging. If there are connection issues, you will not read that current flow. Now, with that in mind… the amount of current will also show how many are engaging just as well.
    I was offered a penny for my thoughts, but gave 2 cents. 😂

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  6 месяцев назад

      Good tip 👍🏼

  • @bobabooie6389
    @bobabooie6389 Год назад

    Thanks, I want to do the eternabond thing also 👍🇺🇲

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Nice. Check out my buddy Ross over on his channel at RVTips and Travels if you haven’t already. Good video on the project.
      👍🏼

    • @bobabooie6389
      @bobabooie6389 Год назад

      @Why Wait yeah I watch that guy also he's pretty good

  • @larryhammersmith9984
    @larryhammersmith9984 Год назад

    If people pack their own trailer wheel bearings, very important know how to adjust the breaks afterwards.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Indeed. 👍🏼Appreciate you watching!

  • @dustinfreeman8971
    @dustinfreeman8971 2 месяца назад

    are you still having problems with your hydraulic jacks popping

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  2 месяца назад

      Not too often, usually only during temperature swings from hot to cold weather outside. I know I could just add fork oil to my hydraulic reservoir to take care of it, just haven’t.

    • @dustinfreeman8971
      @dustinfreeman8971 2 месяца назад

      I was staying next to you in va a couple years ago and they were popping

  • @gaziger007
    @gaziger007 Год назад

    How do you work on RVs without an amp clamp meter?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Don’t know but I’ve been getting by haha, maybe it’s time to look into one 🤔🤔

  • @WeSometimesRV
    @WeSometimesRV Год назад

    How many cans of spray should it take to do 2 A/C units

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      One can of each and you should have enough leftover for next year. I just did mine this year and used my cans from last year 👍🏼

  • @JR-wp7nc
    @JR-wp7nc Год назад

    So ? Is the water heater the same on a travel trailer?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Can be. Or might not be. Some RVs have Suburban water heaters that require anode rods some have Atwood aluminum water heaters that don’t require anode rods. Just depends on the manufacturer mor than it does fifth wheel vs travel trailer.

    • @JR-wp7nc
      @JR-wp7nc Год назад +1

      Thank you

  • @davey671000
    @davey671000 Год назад

    Great video thanks for your time

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Sure thing. Appreciate you stopping by and watching 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @raymondmoore8929
    @raymondmoore8929 Год назад

    Thanks for ur videos it helped out alot sir

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Sure thing, glad to hear it. Feel free to reach out with questions anytime and I’ll do my best to get back or answer best I can. 👍🏼Thanks for watching

  • @jengaman3421
    @jengaman3421 3 месяца назад

    Love your vids tho bro!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 месяца назад

      Right on! Really appreciate you watching 👍🏼

  • @jonlatino9964
    @jonlatino9964 Год назад

    Nice Job!! Subscribed !

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Thank you! Hopefully this helps out and we have tons of other maintenance and DIY videos as well. 👍🏼

  • @machfive916
    @machfive916 Год назад

    Great video!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Glad you enjoyed it and Hope some it helped you out. Appreciate you watching 👍🏼

  • @ricktaylor6373
    @ricktaylor6373 Год назад

    Sure don’t disagree bout eterna bond. Go for it. There’s another you tuber whom did just as you are saying.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      I know my buddy Ross over on his channel RV Tips and Travels did the Eternabond. We talked about it and he’s happy with it. Thanks for watching 👍🏼

  • @mrpeterpumpkin48
    @mrpeterpumpkin48 Год назад

    Excellent video. Very helpful. Thank you.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Glad it was helpful! Preventive maintenance will go a long ways with extending the life of everything in these RVs

  • @TheBuddyandlilly
    @TheBuddyandlilly Год назад

    What happens if I sanitized my water heater by accident

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Shouldn’t be that big of a deal. It’s more of a concern if the bleach mixture sits in there for an extended period of time from what I understand. 👍🏼

  • @marywest3418
    @marywest3418 Год назад

    Great information 👍

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Thank you. Hope some of it helped. I definitely appreciate you watching. 👍🏼

  • @jengaman3421
    @jengaman3421 3 месяца назад

    If only I had time to prevent every little what if situation

  • @stevebeaulieu2617
    @stevebeaulieu2617 Год назад

    Hey Chris! What is the company of your fifth wheel tire and the size ? They look pretty strong, I got goodyear Endurance.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      I’m not at my RV right now so I can’t recall the exact numbers off the top of my head but I know they are Hercules and pretty sure they are 235/75R 17.5/18
      Been really happy with them. 👍🏼

    • @joelyons7186
      @joelyons7186 Год назад

      The Hercules 901's are some of the best tires out there. My new camper came with Goodyear Endurance, but when it's time for new tires, it's back to Hercules for me.

    • @markfrancies8356
      @markfrancies8356 Год назад

      Hey Chris do you mail order your 901 tires ? If not where do you get them or who carries them. I’ve been running endurance they are 5 years old with around 28,000 not one issue, I also want to run the Hercules. Thanks

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      @@markfrancies8356 I actually got them unplanned in New Mexico after our axel broke on the road. It’s just what the shop happen to have at the time. I’ve been happy with them though.

  • @timf6916
    @timf6916 Год назад

    Good information. Nice

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Thanks Tim. It’s always something keeping these RVs running smoothly.

  • @industrialexitstrategist2022
    @industrialexitstrategist2022 Год назад

    Thank you for your videos!!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Sure thing! I appreciate you stopping by and checking them out. It really helps support the channel 👍🏼

  • @jponyboyace
    @jponyboyace Год назад

    Great videos thank you!!!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Sure thing! Appreciate you stopping by and checking it out. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @richardsisco6585
    @richardsisco6585 Год назад

    Great advice

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Appreciate that 👍🏼 Thanks for stopping by and checking it out.

  • @deanschanzenbach7506
    @deanschanzenbach7506 Год назад

    Love your flsg

  • @anthonyhall2854
    @anthonyhall2854 Год назад +1

    Walmart has it...

  • @pukindogs1
    @pukindogs1 Год назад

    Great Vid. What led you to go with the Hercules tires?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +2

      Interesting story, I had never heard of them before I purchased them. We broke an axel in New Mexico and were pretty much stranded there. When it was getting repaired I told them to replace all the leaf springs and tires as well. It’s all they had on short notice but the guy highly recommended them. Turns out they are American made and I’ve been happy with them. Heard some other people since say the same. Thanks for watching 👍🏼

  • @ericksonjustinAK
    @ericksonjustinAK Год назад

    I imagine 90% of RV’ers don’t do all of this and shorten the life of their RV and have avoidable problems, but I imagine they also have a lot more life outside of rv’ing.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      Indeed. Lots of these tips are for full time RVers like us who are basically taking care of their homes. Thanks for watching 👍🏼

  • @jeremymeier9145
    @jeremymeier9145 Год назад

    Gadsden flag = instant subscribe 😎🇺🇸

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Right on brother 👍🏼🇺🇸

  • @thats_mr_b_
    @thats_mr_b_ Год назад

    Why is it controversial ? Thanx for the post def going to check out your links and be a new subscriber

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Thanks, I appreciate that. Some people out there really hate the idea of Eternabond tape (I think mostly old timers and RV repair shops) but the con people always talk about is how hard it is to remove. Well that sounds like a pro not a con in my book. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @christaaapher
    @christaaapher Год назад

    Like and a follow. 2nd year with a camper and trying to keep it nice! Also I appreciate the flag on your camper!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Awesome! Thank you! Preventive maintenance is definitely key with these things 👍🏼

  • @darkfred62
    @darkfred62 Год назад

    Your description of how your electric brakes works is flawed. That magnet when activated will do nothing with the brakes unless the wheel is turning. The magnet grabs the rotating drum and and then applies force to the brake shoes through a lever. one other item a cheap amp clamp is for AC power not DC. The brake system is DC power. So if you have an expensive DC amp clamp checking the power flow in a DC brake circuit procedure will work.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Thanks appreciate those tips. Always just spun my tire when off the ground and had somebody pull the breakaway. Just assumed if the tire was off and everything opened up you’d see those parts move too if you pulled it.

  • @lcampm2
    @lcampm2 Год назад

    Watch on double speed

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад +1

      You know I didn’t know you could do that. I just tried it out and it’s not a bad way to get through the video faster 😂

  • @SuperRadrat
    @SuperRadrat Год назад

    Your trailer would have an aluminum water tank I would think….
    No anode required

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Nope it’s not aluminum. I have an Anode Rod for my Suburban water heater tank and change it every year. Atwood water tanks are usually aluminum and don’t require a anode rod.

  • @amarmot3635
    @amarmot3635 Год назад +1

    EternaBond tape isn’t “controversial.” It’s the way to go, so you never have to use Dicor Self-leveling Sealant again.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      I agree…always been a fan but there is definitely some old timers out there who will argue you to death about it lol
      Thanks for watching! 👍🏼

  • @outboardfun3353
    @outboardfun3353 Год назад

    If you think you should repack your bearing once a year. Do you repack your bearings on your truck and all your cars. they have bearing also. BET NOT. things that make you think.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Wheel bearings on most modern cars and trucks are a sealed unit to the wheel hub. The bearings on a trailer are not considered a "sealed unit". Which is why a wheel bearing on a car is $150+, and a set of bearings/seal for a trailer is $20.
      That’s why vehicle bearings are better quality, better sealed and in most cases, have lower rotation speed (larger radius, lower rpm, less heat) than trailer bearings. Also most trailers are much closer to the weight limit of the axles than cars are, which the bearing heat stresses the grease more and lastly grease does not do well sitting around once its used. Many people only use the trailer once a year. I think it’s just an overall good practice and checking everything out inside there to find any potential problems before a major problem happen…but yes you can definitely get away with going longer than a year. Thanks for watching.

  • @jwittke
    @jwittke Год назад +1

    What in the world are you talking about? My truck has exactly the same wheel bearings as my trailer and at 200000 miles they are still ok. Maintenance? Which? I checked them when doing my brakes at 70.000 and they were perfectly ok. Now, I go on vacations twice a year for about 1000 miles each trip. My 2019 trailer has 1900 miles on it. Unless you travel all the time I could still go 20 years before needing to re-pack those bearings. Break away switch. Check each trip. Water, thanks for wasting my time talking about it and having to watch another video. Water heater, ok, They sell a hole set at Amazon. However what you need to get the calcium out is a cloth hanger which you use to knock off calcium until no more comes out of the opening. The roof is new to me, thanks for the tip. Although I really think that the sealing should last at least 10 years, such as you porch at home at least. The tape sounds great. AC modification is great, however mine still drops water inside the trailer when the Texas heat is extreme. Any ideas?

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Wheel bearings on most modern cars and trucks are a sealed unit to the wheel hub. The bearings on a trailer are not considered a "sealed unit". Which is why a wheel bearing on a car is $150+, and a set of bearings/seal for a trailer is $20.
      That’s why vehicle bearings are better quality, better sealed and in most cases, have lower rotation speed (larger radius, lower rpm, less heat) than trailer bearings. Also most trailers are much closer to the weight limit of the axles than cars are, which the bearing heat stresses the grease more and lastly grease does not do well sitting around once its used. Many people only use the trailer once a year. I think it’s just an overall good practice and checking everything out inside there to find any potential problems before a major problem happen…but yes you can definitely get away with going longer than a year.
      As far as AC drip…The most common source of RV air conditioner leaks is blocked drain holes. Fortunately, this is the easiest to repair on your air conditioning system as well.
      If the drain line is clogged it will prevent your drain pan from draining properly. Your drain pan will then fill up, resulting in water dripping inside. If any of the components that make up your air conditioner are broken, worn, or not functioning properly (such as a fan motor or condenser coil), this can cause water to drip inside as well. Hope any of this helps and thanks for watching 👍🏼

  • @CaptTPT
    @CaptTPT 2 месяца назад

    I often see this recommendation. Once a year or 10-12K miles. Nobody provides any science for the recommendation. I’m a science guy so hearing “that’s the way I do it” or “just to be safe” doesn’t cut it for me. I recently repacked my utility trailer bearings after 20 years. They looked to be in perfect condition. Old grease works fine. To say wheel bearings need to be re-packed every year when you only put a couple of thousand miles on your travel trailer is nonsense, IMHO. Happy to do it if there was some real science supporting the recommendation. So, where is the science behind this recommendation? Pull your drums off and inspect the brakes. Sure. I’m all for it. Bearings? Show me why.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  2 месяца назад

      The grease used in bearings gradually degrades due to heat, moisture, and usage, losing its ability to lubricate effectively even though it may “look” fine to you. Even if your trailer is not in use, the grease breaks down from condensation in the bearings and causes corrosion to build up.
      You should repack RV bearings yearly because over time, the grease inside the bearings breaks down, losing its lubricating ability, which can lead to increased friction, potential overheating, and ultimately, wheel seizure if not properly maintained; this could result in a dangerous situation while driving, making annual repacking a crucial safety measure for your RV
      To each their own though, i totally respect people doing whatever they believe in 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @mr.monitor.
    @mr.monitor. 3 месяца назад

    Trimming your beard a little once a year is good practice.

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  3 месяца назад

      Once a year!!! Man I trim this thing once a month!

  • @ThreeDayRV
    @ThreeDayRV Год назад

    Great videos and advice!

    • @WhyWait
      @WhyWait  Год назад

      Thanks 😃 Definitely appreciate you stopping by and watching! 👍🏼