After all my years in the RV industry, I've learned something new - HOW TO DEWINTERIZE - not that I ever knew how to WINTERIZE! Absolutely one terrific explanation Travis. Thank you for taking the time to explain all of this.
That absolutely works, lots of people "dry winterize". The only recommendation that I have, is to put antifreeze, at least a little, into the water pump. Just because the air doesn't get into the water pump to push any of that water out.
Travis…..this is flat out the best done video I have ever seen in the RV industry ! You explained not just the how….but the why also. Well done Sir !!!
Yes!! I’ve watched SO MANY of these types of videos but have NEVER come across such a simple & clearly explained one on this process not to mention how the line positions work. I had to figure it out myself (the hard way) but am happy to find this for my biannual review!! Liking, saving & subscribing!!
Don't forget the freshwater tank sanitizing. Just did this on a new-to-me camper, even though I never plan to boondock. But better bleached than funky in there
Simple Easy Awesome. The easiest explanation I have found to understand. I like how you told what you’re going to do. Then wrap it up twice with what 5 steps you have to do. Then you also showed us where the valve peacocks are located. Great! I’ve never done this but feel more confident.
Oh lord. 😂 I thought my heater was broken until you showed me the way. Thanks for keeping the video short and to the point. Seams other videos I saw made me feel like I was spinning my wheels and wasting my time. Lol😅😂
Thanks for the great vid. Just found it. I might add a step 1.5 before hooking to city water. I would suck some fresh water through the water pump to clear out any antifreeze.
Thank you very much for making this video. We just bought are travel trailer last year. Family member helped winterize it but from a bike accident memory is not what it used to be. I dreaded trying how I was going to figure out how to dewinterize our TT. But saving this video to watch I will be able to do it with confidence now. You just got a thumbs up and a new subscriber today.
Your video is awesome. Watching your step by step instructions on de-winterization I now know 1) I can go back to the video and rewatch it. And know I will be doing it correctly. And 2) knowing I can do it by myself and not relying on anyone coming over to do it for me. As far as video ideas you could video hooking up a on off battery switch if your trailer didn't come with one. Or switching out the kitchen faucet for a fancier one. Just a couple easy ones lol. Not only might it help me but it might help others out also.
Just a FYI. We took the camper out and just got back today. As we start setting up getting ready to do the de witerizing the wife said don't forget the anode. I said yeah I won't. Long story short turned all the valves correctly went to turn on the water and hear a water fall on the other side. Yep I forgot to put the anode in. UUUUUGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHH LOL
As a total newbie, one thing I never see (or maybe I’m just missing it) on all these dewinterizing videos is how to know when your tank is full and you can turn off the city water.
Ty for doing this video it is most understandable from all other videos though I got lost with the anode rod when do I remove it before or after opening low point drains and also what happens if you for get to divert the valves ?
You don't need to put antifreeze in either the black or the grey. If you empty them before it freezes there should be plenty of room for any water left in the tank to freeze without causing damage. If you are concerned about camping in freezing weather, a little rock salt in each tank will help.
It's just going to get dumped into the sewer with everything else in your tanks the first time you go out. If you're worried about environmental factors I'm sure you could just put a tub under your sewer outlet and drain out what you can before your first trip. I'm guessing RVs take a non toxic formulation, because every video you see on dewinterizing just shows guys dumping antifreeze all over the ground.
If you are using anti freeze + the siphon hose, isn't anti freeze in the strainer & bowl? I usually run water thru this as well when flushing my lines... Or I at least remove it and drain the water out of it if I use compressed air.
Question please... My jayco 29.5 BHDS has the hot water heater bypass and the pump switch right in the same spot as the city water hookup... Do I need to be looking for other switches or should this do it? First time dewinterizing and really don't want to screw it up! Also I'm in Montana so winter just got over it like a week ago😂
We have our travel trailer hooked up to a seasonal spot. We are connected to their water and don't use the fresh water tank. Is it necessary to sanitize the water lines after flushing the antifreeze? We just bought it last summer. Its my first time dewinterizing.
@@RockyMountainRVMarine hat if my dog drinks RV antifreeze? Contact a veterinarian immediately if you see your pet drinking antifreeze or suspect it had access to antifreeze. Very small amounts of antifreeze can be fatal. For example, a cat can ingest a fatal amount of antifreeze by simply licking its paws after walking through a puddle of the chemical.
Thank YOU for making this process so clear and non intimidating! Much appreciated!
After all my years in the RV industry, I've learned something new - HOW TO DEWINTERIZE - not that I ever knew how to WINTERIZE! Absolutely one terrific explanation Travis. Thank you for taking the time to explain all of this.
It is absolutely our pleasure, thank you for watching! Stay tuned for more informative videos in the future :)
I blow all my lines out with air and just put anti freeze in all my traps I live in the north east and never had a problem.
That absolutely works, lots of people "dry winterize". The only recommendation that I have, is to put antifreeze, at least a little, into the water pump. Just because the air doesn't get into the water pump to push any of that water out.
Travis…..this is flat out the best done video I have ever seen in the RV industry ! You explained not just the how….but the why also. Well done Sir !!!
Thank you for taking the time to actually explain the whole “in-line” concept. I’m a complete newbie and now it makes sense to me!
Yes!! I’ve watched SO MANY of these types of videos but have NEVER come across such a simple & clearly explained one on this process not to mention how the line positions work. I had to figure it out myself (the hard way) but am happy to find this for my biannual review!! Liking, saving & subscribing!!
This is the most straightforward video I’ve found. Thank you!
Don't forget the freshwater tank sanitizing. Just did this on a new-to-me camper, even though I never plan to boondock. But better bleached than funky in there
Thanks...crystal clear without any non-relevant stuff! Will do my camper tomorrow!
Awesome! Thank you for explaining. That was simple. I am going to try it now. I’ve been stressing about de winterizing.
Do anorods have to be taking out every year for winterazation?
Yes
Simple Easy Awesome. The easiest explanation I have found to understand. I like how you told what you’re going to do. Then wrap it up twice with what 5 steps you have to do. Then you also showed us where the valve peacocks are located. Great! I’ve never done this but feel more confident.
Thank you for watching, hopefully future videos will help as well
That was super helpful thank you. Easy to understand.
Oh lord. 😂 I thought my heater was broken until you showed me the way. Thanks for keeping the video short and to the point. Seams other videos I saw made me feel like I was spinning my wheels and wasting my time. Lol😅😂
Fantastic video!!! I'm tired of paying high prices to get my rv dewinterized!! Now I can do it myself!
Thank you for that easy to follow video! Best one I have watched!
You are the Gordon Ramsey of Trailers. So Quick and Simple!! Awesome
Wow, thanks!
Thank you for a no bs video. Right to the point.
Very well explained you are the best
Awesome video. Clear and systematic explanation. Thank you !!
Glad you enjoyed it! thank you for the comment :)
Even I learned some Very Useful Techniques!! Thank you!
Thanks Michael for watching!
Great vid, short, clear. Thank you.
Thank you ,, you explained (HOW TO DEWINTERIZE ) so well
You are welcome, thank you for the kind words.
Thank you! Very helpful video!
Thanks for the great vid. Just found it. I might add a step 1.5 before hooking to city water. I would suck some fresh water through the water pump to clear out any antifreeze.
Thank you very much for making this video. We just bought are travel trailer last year. Family member helped winterize it but from a bike accident memory is not what it used to be. I dreaded trying how I was going to figure out how to dewinterize our TT. But saving this video to watch I will be able to do it with confidence now. You just got a thumbs up and a new subscriber today.
I am so happy we could help out a little bit. We are always open to video suggestions as well, what do YOU need help with? :)
Your video is awesome. Watching your step by step instructions on de-winterization I now know 1) I can go back to the video and rewatch it. And know I will be doing it correctly. And 2) knowing I can do it by myself and not relying on anyone coming over to do it for me. As far as video ideas you could video hooking up a on off battery switch if your trailer didn't come with one. Or switching out the kitchen faucet for a fancier one. Just a couple easy ones lol. Not only might it help me but it might help others out also.
Keep an eye out Joe, I like your ideas :)
Just a FYI. We took the camper out and just got back today. As we start setting up getting ready to do the de witerizing the wife said don't forget the anode. I said yeah I won't. Long story short turned all the valves correctly went to turn on the water and hear a water fall on the other side. Yep I forgot to put the anode in. UUUUUGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHH LOL
Very simple Demonstration thank you from COLUMBUS OHIO🏈🏈🏈🏈🏈
Thank you for this very timely video!
It is our pleasure, I hope your De-winterizing went smoothly :)
This is extremely helpful....thank you!!
thank you for watching!
Best video I’ve seen on this. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to do this video, short, sweet and to them point without any other non related stuff.
Very helpful. Thanks!
Thank you!
As a total newbie, one thing I never see (or maybe I’m just missing it) on all these dewinterizing videos is how to know when your tank is full and you can turn off the city water.
Ty for doing this video it is most understandable from all other videos though I got lost with the anode rod when do I remove it before or after opening low point drains and also what happens if you for get to divert the valves ?
You forgot to clean out in line water filter casing and add new filter
No bleach rinse to sanitize?
What do you do with the siphon hose when not in use or during normal use after de winterizing? Thanks!
This may be a really silly question, but I'm a first time RV owner. Where do you dump the anti freeze that is in the grey/black tanks?
You don't need to put antifreeze in either the black or the grey. If you empty them before it freezes there should be plenty of room for any water left in the tank to freeze without causing damage. If you are concerned about camping in freezing weather, a little rock salt in each tank will help.
It's just going to get dumped into the sewer with everything else in your tanks the first time you go out. If you're worried about environmental factors I'm sure you could just put a tub under your sewer outlet and drain out what you can before your first trip. I'm guessing RVs take a non toxic formulation, because every video you see on dewinterizing just shows guys dumping antifreeze all over the ground.
RV antifreeze is non toxic. It can drain in the gutter. It is not like vehicle antifreeze
If you are using anti freeze + the siphon hose, isn't anti freeze in the strainer & bowl? I usually run water thru this as well when flushing my lines... Or I at least remove it and drain the water out of it if I use compressed air.
Plug goes n before running water 😮
Thank you. Didn’t mention water filters?
Question please... My jayco 29.5 BHDS has the hot water heater bypass and the pump switch right in the same spot as the city water hookup... Do I need to be looking for other switches or should this do it? First time dewinterizing and really don't want to screw it up! Also I'm in Montana so winter just got over it like a week ago😂
no need to look, you found them. A lot of trailers will have everything located in 1 water box. You got a good one!
Hi. Do all water pumps have a valve?
Here's my problem. I can't use city water to flush out. So what can I do? First time Trailer owner btw
Whouldn't you already have to know where the water pump was to winterize it in the first place?
Well you can start without knowing, but you will need to know where it is to finish :)
We have our travel trailer hooked up to a seasonal spot. We are connected to their water and don't use the fresh water tank. Is it necessary to sanitize the water lines after flushing the antifreeze? We just bought it last summer. Its my first time dewinterizing.
What to do in the case of a tankless water heater?
That is a great question! expect a tankless water heater video this week :)
You didn't dewinterise your water pump, next time you use it it will have antifreeze in the line.
You are correct :) I will generally flush the water pump when I sanitize the fresh water tank.
Do you just drain antifreeze onto the ground where animals might get at that. Seems irresponsible to me
RV antifreeze is non toxic, one of the big reasons you use it in the water system that people drink out of. No animals are harmed.
what seems irresponsible is commenting on things you clearly know nothing about......
@@aboveapogee6550 easy, it was just a question, made in good faith I'm sure.
@@RockyMountainRVMarine hat if my dog drinks RV antifreeze?
Contact a veterinarian immediately if you see your pet drinking antifreeze or suspect it had access to antifreeze. Very small amounts of antifreeze can be fatal. For example, a cat can ingest a fatal amount of antifreeze by simply licking its paws after walking through a puddle of the chemical.
@@lyndean4498 this is not the same antifreeze you put in your car, this is RV and Marine specific NON TOXIC antifreeze.