Annual preparation for travel May 20, 2024, 03:45:43 pm Each May we work on the Lazy Daze to get it ready for the next year's travels. Since we are at 10 years and 50K miles, there were several items that we don't normally do. I'm not done yet, but here is what has been worked on so far:LP alarm replaced10 year old Lifeline AGM batteries for the house replacedLacrosse inside/outside temp gauge batteries replacedTransmission fluid changedDifferential fluid replacedEngine oil and filter changedBrake fluid flushedBrake pads checked (1/8" wear front pads, almost none in the rears)Coolant drained and replaced5 year old chassis battery replacedFront Bilstein shock nuts checked/tightenedRadiator hoses checkedNew serpentine beltExterior waxed.I still need to have the alignment checked and ball joints checked/lubedDrain/disinfect and fill water tankFlush water heater tankTires are all inside 6 years with good treadWhat have I overlooked?By the way, while I work on mechanical tasks, my bride Cyndy does all of the waxing. I agree; I did marry well!Harold 3 Likes
Re: Annual preparation for travel Reply #1 – May 20, 2024, 04:36:12 pm Harold,Looks like a good plan. Our ‘15 is getting near the 10 year mark and while there are no obvious issues with the roof seal, it is something to be considered soon. With our solar panels taking up almost all our roof, and not having an easy way to seal the roof on my own, I am thinking of reaching out to Vince at his new place of employment.Good on Cyndy for her commitment to the ol’ Wax on Wax Off. Bright and Shiny is always nice.Kent 3 Likes
Re: Annual preparation for travel Reply #2 – May 21, 2024, 09:11:34 am <smile> Check and clean the kitchen area IE stove (above, inside, and below), microwave, and all water connections with free flow (calcium deposits). Hard water is the curse of living in an area with wells or river drinking water. Check and clean the bathroom. Make sure all hoses and connections are free and in good working condition.IM(not so)HM nothing ruins a good vacation like a broken kitchen or bathroom appliance. glen 1 Likes
Re: Annual preparation for travel Reply #3 – May 21, 2024, 09:30:54 am Nice, Harold! Is Cyndy for hire? 😉 The cabover is always the most difficult part to clean on class C’s. I always wish I had a class A when washing and waxing time comes around.
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