Make sure you place the water filter as close to the trailer as possible. I see a lot of them hanging on the spigot, and that gives you some "hose Taste" issues. And Don't keep using the same one year after year! They grow some nasty stuff inside them.
The only bad thing is you need to make sure the water is clean inside or it will grow things. So don't drag it through the dirt before hooking it together. :-) Thanks for the comment !
I've been looking at campers for years trying to find the right one for me. After watching many of your videos I selected an Aliner and picked it up last fall. It immediately got to freezing temps and so I haven't taken it out camping yet, however I did winterize it off your video and now am anxiously waiting to de-winterize and try it out. Your videos have been very helpful. Thank you so much.
Glad I could help, and I hope I did it right ! Its a nice trailer in cold temps too, just bring water in jugs ! And if you stay at a campground with electricity, a small 1200 watt electric heater will keep the Aliner toasty warm !! Don't stop living just because it cold outside ! Thanks for the comment.
I wish you would have showed rinsing out the chlorine. How much do you run the water to flush the chlorine out of the system. Do you do a similar procedure as when you we're clearing out the anitfreeze.. or just run the water out of the hot side, and cold side as well as the water tank a couple of times.
The chlorine isn't toxic or even terribly bad tasting. So I just flush out the lines, empty the tank and fill with new fresh water. If there is any Chlorine left in the system it will evaporate as the water is used and helps to keep the system sanitary. As far as the Antifreeze, I flush that 3-5 times through all the line to get rid of that, Then add the Chlorine to more or less help remove the last amount of anti freeze. The thing to remember is to have all faucets running while flushing out the anti freeze for quite a while, 20-30 minutes. And to let the chlorinated water sit in the lines for 24 hours before flushing it out.
I just wanted to say I put a deposit down on a Ranger 12. I have been reviewing some of your older videos and I know they will be very helpful when I finally get delivery. I also have so many questions to ask I don't know were to begin. Enjoying your videos and your new adventures.
Feel free to ask away ! Also make sure you visit the Aliner Owners Club website. It has a ton of information and you don't need to be a member to get to most of it.
Questions to ask about owning a Ranger 12 1. Would a set of front stabilizing jacks for the front help in stabilizing the trailer better. 2. My understanding from my reading that the ball hitch size is a 2” ball. 3. Should I get an extension cord (30 amp?), How long should the shoreline electrical cord be? And the fresh water hose. 4. What do you recommend to keep mice out of the camper especially when it is being stored outside. 5. Traveling on an interstate (I only do this if necessary), should I maintain a speed slower then the speed limit? 6. I plan to upgrade the battery. What amp hour would be best. I have a 100 watt portable solar panel that I plan to use. (Also I have several collapsible solar lanterns that I really like. ) 1. I have ordered levelers and chocks; water pressure gage, storage cover as mine will be sitting outside, trailer hitch lock. 2. I will buy water filters Will probably have more questions later.
1. - You absolutely need to have front and rear stabilizing Jacks. If you don't, there is a very good chance you could bend the frame at the door. They should not have sold you a trailer without them. But you can buy them very cheaply on Amazon, Just make sure you get the right size (I think the sizing chart is there) 2. The "Standard Ball" is 2". So you should have that size on your Hitch receiver. 3. I believe the new trailers are coming with a marine plug that you run a cord from that plug to the shore line plug. My Very limited experience with RV parks is that 15 ft is usually plenty. But having 25 allows you more "setup Options" if you want to be closer to the road, or further back from the post. Also, the Aliner uses so little power unless you are running the Frig, Microwave, and A/C all at once, you can actually get away having a regular Household 20amp extension cord anywhere from 10-50ft to get to those far away electric poles. You just need to make sure you have the Adapter from 30amp to 20amp ($7) I have actually used a 100ft orange extension several times to have A/c. Buy a TRUE 10/3 extension, not 12/3 or 14/3. amzn.to/2mLtW86 or one of these amzn.to/2lEtY1D . For fresh water hose, if you plan to hook up to RV park water, its a good idea to get a splitter and at least two 25ft hoses. Water is often far from the site. And make sure you get a water filter you can attach to your hose before it enters the trailer because RV park water is always likely to be silty and rusty. It won't kill you, but it can kill you water system if a speck of dirt or rust get into your water system. Some other things you might need www.goingnowherefastrv.com/shopping/gifts/ also.. watch this...ruclips.net/video/oJ0yEybWSEE/видео.html if you haven't
Thank you for your reply. The Ranger 12 comes with stabilizing jacks in the rear. I just felt that since the 12 is the same size as a Classic (without some features) and the Classic has front stabilizing jacks that I will install the jacks in the future. Your videos on upkeep of the Aliner are excellent and I love your adventures and information on the places you go and boondocking. Thank you.
I have viewed this video several times the latest being today as I dewinterized my Aliner Expedition. The video helped me through the whole process. Thank you for it.
Isn't that like the best part of RUclips ?!? They are just always there waiting for you to watch again. Its a great platform ! Thanks for your comment !!
Did that folding faucet come stock in your 2008? Mine is a 2007 and has a cheap plastic low profile bathroom faucet. I have turned the internet upside down and can't find a 2 hole 4" folding faucet. Thank you!
I believe that is the stock faucet, though I bought the camper used and the previous owners did make sure it was wonderful. Call Aliner and ask if they have a fold down faucet for the 2008 Classic?
Thanks again for these videos. This one was really helpful this spring when I bought our used Aliner, and the How to Winterize was also really helpful as I put her to bed for the winter today. Look forward to watching your other videos!
Hey John.. me again. I've watched a couple of videos which said that putting bleach in the hot water tank is a no-no. Is there anything different with the A-Liner tank that makes that okay? I've seen some videos that put vinegar in the hot water tank to remove calcium deposits? Thanks again !! Also.. don't think I have a bypass valve, so not sure how I would deal with winterizing with anitifreeze?
You have to install a by pass valve. There is no good way to winterize without a bypass. They are relatively cheap and easy to install. And putting bleach in the Hot Water heater?? Doubt that I would put bleach anywhere in the camper water system. Bleach is very corrosive. But 5% bleach in water isn't going to hurt anything in any system. I swear my local city adds more than that to our water every quarter to clean out the pipes. Vinegar?? Ah, not sure I would do that either, same reason. If you use an anode rod you should have minimal deposits. And what are the deposits going to do? Reduce your capacity by a cup? Or change the efficiency by 4%? Not really an issue. Great question though. I may have to add this into a video as I'm sure people need to know.
@@GoingNoWhereFast Now you've totally confused me. You put Clorox bleach in both your fresh and hot water tank? Of course you dilute by adding it to water in the tank, but still you're putting it into the tank?
@@GoldenK9Campers Well, there is water in the tank, and yes I dilute 3 tbs to 8 gals water. And that's the cold tank, not the hot water tanks. That is bypassed, though it wouldn't matter.
@@GoingNoWhereFast You do open the bypass in the video after you add the bleach to get chlorinated water in the hot water tank. I live in Las Vegas and we keep the a-liner in the garage so i'll likely never have to winterize, but trying to do my best to fully understand the procedure. Going to create my own little video.
@@GoldenK9Campers Ya, I might open the bypass to sanitize the hot water tank as I actually like to drink hot warm. My tank has been by passed the last 4 years, so this is an old video. But if I mention it on my videos, I'll mention you channel. Looks like you could use another 50 subscribers...lol
So helpful. This time watching your video through again I wonder where you got the big syringe for the bleach. I checked at my local RV place and the parts lady thought I was nuts, I think.
I have an a liner as well it has the same water fillers as yours but I am not sure what the hose connection is for. The one you connected the white hose to. Is it just another way to fill the tank. Cheers Sean
The one you screw the hose to is to hook up to city water and not use your water tank. The one you can put the hose INTO is to fill your tank so you have water when on the road or when away from city water.
RV Anti freeze is basically non-toxic, though it is a very good laxative... so ya, you don't want your dog in it or you may find presents in the night !! It is essentially the same stuff that is in Metamucil (kind of)
Thanks for doing these videos -- didn't know there was 'safe' antifreeze, so hoping I didn't ruin the water system - new to this, and older A-liner - not sure if there was any water in the tank .....
Thanks for these videos. My wife and I are learning a lot. Where did you get the wand at the end of the hose? I've been looking all over for something like that!
It is "non-Toxic" anti-freeze, and I'm not sure if sending into your septic tank would be any better. I will admit, I do let it go to the ground and have the rain wash it away. I'm not sure what else a homeowner can do. It didn't kill the grass or my the boys sick from tasting it, so I don't think its that bad. I'll have to ask my Environmental Person at the Office !
+mdubrey Well, I was hoping to go over to West Virginia in April and stay at one of their State park "Resorts". Canaan Valley Resort State Park campground was my first choice. But I haven't been able to get into their reservation system, so I'm not sure what I'm going to do. And then maybe in May head over to the White Mountains to hook up with the Aliner Rally for at least one day.
+mdubrey Moose River is Awesome, just get there before the bugs come out in MASS. Best time is fall ..IMHO. I lived in the Adk for about 15 years on and off. Spring & summer are not my favorite seasons.
+Going NoWhereFast yes, im familiar with the black flies. im from plattsburgh originally. spent most of my time in jay or wilmington area but its a little far for a couple day trip.
+Edie Daley Thanks for the comment !! I hope its information that works for you. I'm now trying to keep mine from freezing.. Silly weather !! January in April !!
We bought a water filter that hooks to the hose. About to go use it for the first time . . .
Make sure you place the water filter as close to the trailer as possible. I see a lot of them hanging on the spigot, and that gives you some "hose Taste" issues. And Don't keep using the same one year after year! They grow some nasty stuff inside them.
Great idea about keeping your RV hose screwed to itself to "keep critters out!"
The only bad thing is you need to make sure the water is clean inside or it will grow things. So don't drag it through the dirt before hooking it together. :-) Thanks for the comment !
I've been looking at campers for years trying to find the right one for me. After watching many of your videos I selected an Aliner and picked it up last fall. It immediately got to freezing temps and so I haven't taken it out camping yet, however I did winterize it off your video and now am anxiously waiting to de-winterize and try it out. Your videos have been very helpful. Thank you so much.
Glad I could help, and I hope I did it right ! Its a nice trailer in cold temps too, just bring water in jugs ! And if you stay at a campground with electricity, a small 1200 watt electric heater will keep the Aliner toasty warm !! Don't stop living just because it cold outside ! Thanks for the comment.
I wish you would have showed rinsing out the chlorine. How much do you run the water to flush the chlorine out of the system. Do you do a similar procedure as when you we're clearing out the anitfreeze.. or just run the water out of the hot side, and cold side as well as the water tank a couple of times.
The chlorine isn't toxic or even terribly bad tasting. So I just flush out the lines, empty the tank and fill with new fresh water. If there is any Chlorine left in the system it will evaporate as the water is used and helps to keep the system sanitary. As far as the Antifreeze, I flush that 3-5 times through all the line to get rid of that, Then add the Chlorine to more or less help remove the last amount of anti freeze. The thing to remember is to have all faucets running while flushing out the anti freeze for quite a while, 20-30 minutes. And to let the chlorinated water sit in the lines for 24 hours before flushing it out.
I just wanted to say I put a deposit down on a Ranger 12. I have been reviewing some of your older videos and I know they will be very helpful when I finally get delivery. I also have so many questions to ask I don't know were to begin. Enjoying your videos and your new adventures.
Feel free to ask away ! Also make sure you visit the Aliner Owners Club website. It has a ton of information and you don't need to be a member to get to most of it.
Questions to ask about owning a Ranger 12
1. Would a set of front stabilizing jacks for the front help in stabilizing the trailer better.
2. My understanding from my reading that the ball hitch size is a 2” ball.
3. Should I get an extension cord (30 amp?), How long should the shoreline electrical cord be? And the fresh water hose.
4. What do you recommend to keep mice out of the camper especially when it is being stored outside.
5. Traveling on an interstate (I only do this if necessary), should I maintain a speed slower then the speed limit?
6. I plan to upgrade the battery. What amp hour would be best. I have a 100 watt portable solar panel that I plan to use. (Also I have several collapsible solar lanterns that I really like. )
1. I have ordered levelers and chocks; water pressure gage, storage cover as mine will be sitting outside, trailer hitch lock.
2. I will buy water filters
Will probably have more questions later.
1. - You absolutely need to have front and rear stabilizing Jacks. If you don't, there is a very good chance you could bend the frame at the door. They should not have sold you a trailer without them. But you can buy them very cheaply on Amazon, Just make sure you get the right size (I think the sizing chart is there)
2. The "Standard Ball" is 2". So you should have that size on your Hitch receiver. 3. I believe the new trailers are coming with a marine plug that you run a cord from that plug to the shore line plug. My Very limited experience with RV parks is that 15 ft is usually plenty. But having 25 allows you more "setup Options" if you want to be closer to the road, or further back from the post. Also, the Aliner uses so little power unless you are running the Frig, Microwave, and A/C all at once, you can actually get away having a regular Household 20amp extension cord anywhere from 10-50ft to get to those far away electric poles. You just need to make sure you have the Adapter from 30amp to 20amp ($7) I have actually used a 100ft orange extension several times to have A/c. Buy a TRUE 10/3 extension, not 12/3 or 14/3. amzn.to/2mLtW86 or one of these amzn.to/2lEtY1D . For fresh water hose, if you plan to hook up to RV park water, its a good idea to get a splitter and at least two 25ft hoses. Water is often far from the site. And make sure you get a water filter you can attach to your hose before it enters the trailer because RV park water is always likely to be silty and rusty. It won't kill you, but it can kill you water system if a speck of dirt or rust get into your water system. Some other things you might need www.goingnowherefastrv.com/shopping/gifts/ also.. watch this...ruclips.net/video/oJ0yEybWSEE/видео.html
if you haven't
Thank you for your reply. The Ranger 12 comes with stabilizing jacks in the rear. I just felt that since the 12 is the same size as a Classic (without some features) and the Classic has front stabilizing jacks that I will install the jacks in the future. Your videos on upkeep of the Aliner are excellent and I love your adventures and information on the places you go and boondocking. Thank you.
Thank you for making this video, it helps me every year, because I forget year to year
Well, that why I made !! I have to watch it every year too !! Who said I can remember that stuff ! Thanks for the comment !
I have viewed this video several times the latest being today as I dewinterized my Aliner Expedition. The video helped me through the whole process. Thank you for it.
Isn't that like the best part of RUclips ?!? They are just always there waiting for you to watch again. Its a great platform ! Thanks for your comment !!
Did that folding faucet come stock in your 2008? Mine is a 2007 and has a cheap plastic low profile bathroom faucet. I have turned the internet upside down and can't find a 2 hole 4" folding faucet. Thank you!
I believe that is the stock faucet, though I bought the camper used and the previous owners did make sure it was wonderful. Call Aliner and ask if they have a fold down faucet for the 2008 Classic?
Thanks again for these videos. This one was really helpful this spring when I bought our used Aliner, and the How to Winterize was also really helpful as I put her to bed for the winter today. Look forward to watching your other videos!
Thanks! Sometimes I have to watch them too, just to remember how I did it last year !!..LOL
Hey John.. me again. I've watched a couple of videos which said that putting bleach in the hot water tank is a no-no. Is there anything different with the A-Liner tank that makes that okay? I've seen some videos that put vinegar in the hot water tank to remove calcium deposits? Thanks again !! Also.. don't think I have a bypass valve, so not sure how I would deal with winterizing with anitifreeze?
You have to install a by pass valve. There is no good way to winterize without a bypass. They are relatively cheap and easy to install. And putting bleach in the Hot Water heater?? Doubt that I would put bleach anywhere in the camper water system. Bleach is very corrosive. But 5% bleach in water isn't going to hurt anything in any system. I swear my local city adds more than that to our water every quarter to clean out the pipes. Vinegar?? Ah, not sure I would do that either, same reason. If you use an anode rod you should have minimal deposits. And what are the deposits going to do? Reduce your capacity by a cup? Or change the efficiency by 4%? Not really an issue. Great question though. I may have to add this into a video as I'm sure people need to know.
@@GoingNoWhereFast Now you've totally confused me. You put Clorox bleach in both your fresh and hot water tank? Of course you dilute by adding it to water in the tank, but still you're putting it into the tank?
@@GoldenK9Campers Well, there is water in the tank, and yes I dilute 3 tbs to 8 gals water. And that's the cold tank, not the hot water tanks. That is bypassed, though it wouldn't matter.
@@GoingNoWhereFast You do open the bypass in the video after you add the bleach to get chlorinated water in the hot water tank. I live in Las Vegas and we keep the a-liner in the garage so i'll likely never have to winterize, but trying to do my best to fully understand the procedure. Going to create my own little video.
@@GoldenK9Campers Ya, I might open the bypass to sanitize the hot water tank as I actually like to drink hot warm. My tank has been by passed the last 4 years, so this is an old video. But if I mention it on my videos, I'll mention you channel. Looks like you could use another 50 subscribers...lol
So helpful. This time watching your video through again I wonder where you got the big syringe for the bleach. I checked at my local RV place and the parts lady thought I was nuts, I think.
Everything worth getting, you can get on Amazon...LOL
I have an a liner as well it has the same water fillers as yours but I am not sure what the hose connection is for. The one you connected the white hose to. Is it just another way to fill the tank. Cheers Sean
The one you screw the hose to is to hook up to city water and not use your water tank. The one you can put the hose INTO is to fill your tank so you have water when on the road or when away from city water.
Very helpful; thanks. What do you call the attachment to the garden hose that you use to flush?
You mean that flushes the hot water tanks? Just a hot water tank flush nozzle I believe. Amazon and camping world sell them cheap.
When dumping antifreeze use an oil pan so you dont kill your pet or wildlife. Just a thought.
RV Anti freeze is basically non-toxic, though it is a very good laxative... so ya, you don't want your dog in it or you may find presents in the night !! It is essentially the same stuff that is in Metamucil (kind of)
@@GoingNoWhereFast I'm very sorry. I stand corrected. Very informative video btw. Thank you for understanding my concern.
Thanks for doing these videos -- didn't know there was 'safe' antifreeze, so hoping I didn't ruin the water system - new to this, and older A-liner - not sure if there was any water in the tank .....
Always glad when they actually are useful to someone. Thanks for the comment !
Very informative video, thanks for making them. Where did you get that spray tube you used to clean tanks? I need one too.
Try This :
amzn.to/2glPPpD
Thanks for these videos. My wife and I are learning a lot. Where did you get the wand at the end of the hose? I've been looking all over for something like that!
Oh... I see the link below. That worked for me. Thanks!
You mean this thing ?
amzn.to/2glPPpD
It would probably be a bad idea to allow the rv antifreeze to drain onto the ground if you depend on a well for your home water.
It is "non-Toxic" anti-freeze, and I'm not sure if sending into your septic tank would be any better. I will admit, I do let it go to the ground and have the rain wash it away. I'm not sure what else a homeowner can do. It didn't kill the grass or my the boys sick from tasting it, so I don't think its that bad. I'll have to ask my Environmental Person at the Office !
Great Video! I see that you replaced some of your pluming with new hoses, looks nice!
I'm always tinkering and changing something. These things need tobe color coordinated !! LOL
Where's the first trip destination?
+mdubrey
Well, I was hoping to go over to West Virginia in April and stay at one of their State park "Resorts". Canaan Valley Resort State Park campground was my first choice. But I haven't been able to get into their reservation system, so I'm not sure what I'm going to do. And then maybe in May head over to the White Mountains to hook up with the Aliner Rally for at least one day.
nice, i got a week at rollins state park in june but im really wanting to hit that moose river plains before then.
+mdubrey
Moose River is Awesome, just get there before the bugs come out in MASS. Best time is fall ..IMHO. I lived in the Adk for about 15 years on and off. Spring & summer are not my favorite seasons.
+Going NoWhereFast
yes, im familiar with the black flies. im from plattsburgh originally. spent most of my time in jay or wilmington area but its a little far for a couple day trip.
Where Camping? How about north of the border, the Bay of Fundy with a 60 foot tide twice a day.
+Cyclops08
I've thought of going up there. I have friends who have a vacation home up there somewhere. But definitely not until the weather warms up.
Thank you for this video; I'm new at this and very intimidated. I appreciate the help!
+Edie Daley
Thanks for the comment !! I hope its information that works for you. I'm now trying to keep mine from freezing.. Silly weather !! January in April !!