Guys
Looking for a bit of advice of what we need to check when we get back to our Truck & Trailer that have been sitting for 2 years.
We have been unable to travel to the US for 2 years and are returning mid November. Our truck and trailer have been stored indoors in Boulder City since we left in November 2019. The manager has had a quick look outside for us during that time but not any real inspections.
Truck
Was filled with fuel and stabiliser added. We have been advised that the tank should be emptied before driving and then a fuel system check completed. We obviously need to get brakes and tires checked and battery charged (may need replaced, currently disconnected). Anything else we need to consider?
Trailer
Before we left we identified a leak in one of the slides, so left that slide open a few inches to help dry it out.
We have booked the Trailer in to get that area fixed and for them to perform systems checks on the propane etc. The bearings will be repacked too. Again the batteries may need replaced, these were also disconnected but lying for so long with no charge has probably not done them any good. We will replace batteries in the alarms, but should we replace any?
I am a bit concerned that the water heater, heating, aircon, fridge/freezer may have issues but have no clue as to whether or not they will or when they will appear.
Is it likely that we will need to replace any seals, toilet etc.?
How will tires be after sitting in one spot for so long?
Will tanks be OK with just a clean and sanitise?
Anything else apart from general cleaning?
Obviously anything is guessing, but I would like to be prepared for the worst and be hoping for the best so any advice gratefully received!
Thanks.
Looking for a bit of advice of what we need to check when we get back to our Truck & Trailer that have been sitting for 2 years.
We have been unable to travel to the US for 2 years and are returning mid November. Our truck and trailer have been stored indoors in Boulder City since we left in November 2019. The manager has had a quick look outside for us during that time but not any real inspections.
Truck
Was filled with fuel and stabiliser added. We have been advised that the tank should be emptied before driving and then a fuel system check completed. We obviously need to get brakes and tires checked and battery charged (may need replaced, currently disconnected). Anything else we need to consider?
Trailer
Before we left we identified a leak in one of the slides, so left that slide open a few inches to help dry it out.
We have booked the Trailer in to get that area fixed and for them to perform systems checks on the propane etc. The bearings will be repacked too. Again the batteries may need replaced, these were also disconnected but lying for so long with no charge has probably not done them any good. We will replace batteries in the alarms, but should we replace any?
I am a bit concerned that the water heater, heating, aircon, fridge/freezer may have issues but have no clue as to whether or not they will or when they will appear.
Is it likely that we will need to replace any seals, toilet etc.?
How will tires be after sitting in one spot for so long?
Will tanks be OK with just a clean and sanitise?
Anything else apart from general cleaning?
Obviously anything is guessing, but I would like to be prepared for the worst and be hoping for the best so any advice gratefully received!
Thanks.