Motorhome levels!

I tend to check oil ,water and brake fluid every second day when touring ,think it’s due to doung daily checks on the truck.
But being honest I’m a bit paranoid. Just now as the engine had been overhauled recently ,but from West Lothian down to Cotswolds toured about and back to West Lothian she ain’t used a drop of anything other than a wee bit o diesel
 
Once every six to eight weeks tyre pressures done Noticed one has slight side wall crack starting to appear ,prob with sitting idle when engine job being done
 
Levels and tyres before every trip.

Whilst on a trip levels every morning ( if moving ) with a look at the tyres and check the pressures weekly.

The windscreen / windows, mirrors, lights and number plates get cleaned every day as well and check the lights once a week.

I regularly get asked if i`ve broke down because the bonnet is up and when i say i`m checking the levels they ask why ?

One guy even said he never checks and anyway it has warning lights if oil, coolant etc. etc. gets low.

When not in use it`s parked at the side of the house so a quick glance at the tyres every time i pass it and the pressures monthly.

This regime harks back to my trucking days and suits me fine.
 
***** said:
I look at the tyres and give them a kick to check if they are OK;)
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In all honesty, probably what he said.

For long journeys I do the job properly.
 
Check before every trip for peace of mind ,but as van is 30 years old I like to keep an eye on things this is probably a throw back to my trucking days.
 
Do the usual checks before a trip but when on the road as we usually stop at a services to allow the pooch to have a comfort break I usually walk around and check tyre temperatures. If they are all just warm to the touch then I am happy.
 
***** said:
And there was me, thinking it was only me who checked for hot tyres!:confused:
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this is where TPMS systems can be very useful, not just for pressures. Used to have a recurrent problem with a sticky caliper on one rear wheel. Thought I resolved it but could sense some drag and looking at the TPMS, the temp was much higher than the rest.
TPMS is definately a better option then visually or even manually pressure-checking the tyres before each journey as it is constant real-time data.

Technology Wins!
 
Honestly.. not often enough.
If tyres look good, no warning lights on dash, I drive.. if it is a short journey.
For two week stints, I check TP's, oil, water levels, and brake fluid.
I spend more time sorting out habitation fresh water, gas levels, clothing cupboard and fridge contents than engine requirements really.
I have had the Fiat for over 6 years now and to date I am very pleased with its performance.. I was going to say reliability, but I do not want to test fate :oops:
 
Wully said:
Check the fuel gage make sure I’ve got enough diesel then have a look in fridge check beer levels top up both if required then off till I run out of one or the other.
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Definately prioritise the main fluid levels! My levels were right down in the kitchen so had to transfer from Camper to House and now the Camper Levels are dangerously deficient :( But slight restock at ASDA Beer Aisle this afternoon has helped a little ;)
 
I am terrible at maintenance, I'm mechanically minded so should know better, it is something I keep meaning to do, but with modern reliability factors it seems to get pushed to the back of my mind, or what is left of it :D ?
 
Ever since I started to have vehicles with the tech built in to warn you I rarely check any fluid levels. I once got a bit of a roasting in a management meeting when I said I never looked under the bonnet unless to top up washer fluid. My reasoning was grudgingly accepted but wasn’t liked, good job I never had any problems :)
 
Fairly obviously before we go abroad then about once a month whilst touring.
Check tyres more often (Weekly but look everyday)
Have a full mech service and MOT done in April
 
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