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Winter is quickly approaching, don’t wait to figure out your storage solution for your beloved summer home on wheels! When winter temperatures approach, taking the time to prepare your camper for low temperatures (under 32 degrees) is very important to help long-term protection of your investment. Follow these tips: 1. Drain the Water System – very important, any water left in the plumbing system can freeze and bust/break fittings & lines. 2. Prep the Exterior – do a thorough inspecition of the roof, sides, seams, windows & doors to make sure there are no holes/cracks. If you find any, make sure you reseal with suggestions from your RV/Camper dealer to choose the correct sealant. 3. Choose a Safe Location. 4. Cover It – if your storage keeps your camper/rv outside, a suggestion is to use a cover that is made especially for your camper/rv. 5. Save the Batteries – disconnect the batteries and store in a cool (not cold) & dry place. B 6. Add Fuel Stabilizer – follow instructions per stabilizer purchased 7. Pest Control – Be sure to remove all food & clean kitchen appliances. Place mouse traps throughout camper. 8. Check on Stored Camper/RV Regularly ...


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November 26th, 2024


Boat & RV Storage Tips

Boat & Rv Storage


Boat & RV parking at Access Storage Now in a secured space with 24 hour access

Summer is quickly and sadly coming to an end, have you decided on your winter storage solution? If not properly taken care of prior to winter storage, one can inadvertently cause damage to the boat. Here are some quick tips for prepping your summer toy for winter hibernation. Take your boat out on the water one more time – The purpose of this is to make sure you observe to make sure everything is working properly and there doesn’t need to be any maintenance or services to your boat over winter. If you don’t catch a problem before winterizing, it could make the problem worse. Clean, Clean, Clean – Prior to storing, one should be sure to remove the bilge drain plug, give your boat a good scrub on the interior & exterior, removing all residue, especially if your boat stays in the water through the summer. Dry It – prior to storing, be sure to thoroughly dry your boat. Drain all water and get all moisture to evaporate to help prevent mold/mildew from growing. Maintenance Items To do; change the oil, change the anti-freeze, apply fogging oil, protect drive belts, grease sterring /control mechanisms, disconnect the battery Wax & Cover– this will help prevent dust, rust & corrosion while it is in storage through winter. ...


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March 6th, 2024