RV Dewinterization Basics For Beginners - Step-By-Step Process

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In this video, we’ll go through the step-by-step process of dewinterizing my 2020 Keystone Bullet 243BHS travel trailer. While you may have a different RV, most of these steps should apply to your situation.
Here is the link to the dewinterization list/document used in the video: johnmarucci.com/2021/03/30/rv...
Please read this blog if you have concerns with sanitizing your hot water tank: johnmarucci.com/2022/04/06/rv...
Podcast of why I allow bleach solution into my hot water tank when dewinterizing: jmotr.podbean.com/e/why-i-san...
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@SlightlyDirtbag Год назад

I thought you weren't supposed to add bleach into the water heater and to the black tank. Am I wrong?

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Dan, there really is little danger to sanitize the hot water tank with the diluted bleach solution. Here is a blog post I put together as many people had a similar question: johnmarucci.com/2022/04/06/rv-dewinterization-bleach-solutiuon-in-the-hot-water-heater-tank/

@mnnomad1870 Год назад

@@JohnMarucci I would think that by not sanitizing the whole freshwater system including the water heater that you would recontaminate the system once you unbypass the water heater and start using it. I know some people on city water don't use any bleach at all at any time but still use the pink RV antifreeze and drink bottled water.

@JohnMarucci Год назад

That's right MN. I caution on the side of safety and sanitize the entire system vs protecting the tank that is at very little risk of corrosion for such a short time of exposure to a very diluted bleach solution. The link above speaks in depth on the subject. Thanks!

@VincentWestberg Год назад

I don’t use my tanks so do I need to worry about bleach

@JohnMarucci Год назад

If you are not using your fresh water tank at all, you can possibly pass on sanitizing it, although even if it is empty condensation can accumulate and therefore bacteria can grow. The problem is the plumbing lines sitting off-season. They likely do need to be sanitized before use to be safe.

@michelleyoung9913 Год назад

I wanted to thank you immensely for posting this video. My husband died 4 months ago, unexpectedly, and I was faced with doing this solo. We always worked as a team. Your instructions were clear and transferable to my camper and horse trailer with living quarters. The manuals that come with these things are pretty much a waste of paper. I like being independent and knowing how things work. Now, I can take a much needed trip away, with my dogs. With much gratitude…..😁💕

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Sorry for your loss. I am glad to hear that you were able to watch the video and dewinterize your trailers. I hope you have many more adventures. All the best!

@Lammdawg1 Год назад

So sorry for your loss, Michelle. You got this

@lisadaiek3691 Год назад

Sorry for your loss Michelle. I too am a single traveler (dog comes along), And have made my RV care a Hobby! I now look forward to learning everything I can. (John Marucci is always spot on for guidance!) Traveling makes life better for me! YOU CAN DO THIS!!

@debd7197 10 месяцев назад

Sorry for your loss Michelle. My husband died unexpectedly 9 months ago and I had to learn how to winterize and now dewinterize the camper. You’ve got this! This video was just what I was looking for. Like you, I like learning to do stuff on my own. Next up - towing. Hang in there.

@hitchport1192 3 года назад

We appreciate the level of quality you maintain in your videos. Thanks for these step-by-step clear directions.

@JustMe-pq4hy 2 года назад

Hey John! Newbie hear. Your vid’s are great. I was able to de-winterize my newly acquired used camper with this process. Worked like a charm. I’m all set for my first trip. I’ll be going through all your vids to learn more. Thx again for all the hard work you put into these.

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Great to hear! I have a new to RVing video list if interested: johnmarucci.com/getting-started-with-rving-16-videos/

@IdahoVoyager 2 года назад

John, a tip of the hat to you Kind Sir! Your videos are very detailed, professional AND helpful. The links to your website and corresponding printable pdf's are especially thoughtful. We appreciate the content on your channel. Thank you!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Thanks so much for the comment. I am glad the videos are helpful. I am also very glad that the work put into publishing the downloadable pdfs. are being used. Thanks again!

@bonicourtright5839 8 дней назад

I did it! Even though I have a motorhome as opposed to a trailer, I was able to follow along and get it done. I’m so proud to myself. I’m 74 and it was easy to follow your steps, once I found all the valves to open and close. Thank you so much.

@JohnMarucci 8 дней назад

Congrats!

@adamwilliams5516 2 года назад

We are new owners. I watched a few of these videos and your's with the checklist was the most helpful. I completed it easily last weekend on a GeoPro and wanted to say how much you are appreciated!! I always enjoy your informative content, thank you again!!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Adam, great to hear that the video was helpful! I have a list of new to RV videos if you are interested. Just head to: johnmarucci.com/getting-started-with-rving-16-videos/ Thanks!

@lanceparr8231 2 года назад

Thank you John! We just purchased our first RV last month and will be de-winterizing it this weekend. Your video is really helpful and I love the step by step breakdown

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Lance, glad the video was helpful!

@Mike_In_Idaho 2 года назад

John, that was a fantastic video! Clear instructions and great visual aids. I'm headed outside to de-winterize my RV for our first camping trip in a couple of weeks. Thanks for the help!!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Great to hear. Thanks for the encouragement!

@Daeraug81 Месяц назад

I bought my RV last year and your videos has been invaluable for me to be able to handle the maintenance on my own. Thank you.

@JohnMarucci Месяц назад

Great to hear!

@TheMb1058 Год назад

Wow - I really appreciate how thorough your instructions are, the fact that you provide a checklist, AND how you didn’t discount the questions regarding introducing diluted bleach into the water heater. So much research and time went into this analysis, and as a newbie, it is invaluable. THANK YOU!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Thanks!

@Pioneerrvtravels Месяц назад

Thank you so much for taking the time to write everything out on your website. It's my first RV and first dewinterize. Thanks!!

@JohnMarucci Месяц назад

Glad to help!

@crookedman54 17 дней назад

Always very informative John , thanks for your comprehensive RV videos !!!!

@JohnMarucci 16 дней назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@NStyleBEAST98 2 года назад

Thankyou for allowing me the opportunity to learn and be able to take on projects like these on my own. Its truly a amazing, Keep up the good work Mr.Marucci.

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Great to hear this! Thanks for sharing!!

@donnimatthew6235 3 года назад

this is the best de-winterization video i found online. thanks, john!

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@KiltedVeteran 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video. I'm brand new to the camper life and this video was easy to follow and extremely helpful.

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Great to hear that the video was helpful. All the best!

@loratodd9077 2 года назад

John your step by step explanation is very helpful. Good work!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad to hear it! All the best!

@karenpaulsen3086 3 года назад

So helpful for this first time camper owner. Thank you!

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@dianeramsay7067 Год назад

Just got my first travel trailer last year and this video was exactly what I needed to unwinterize the trailer. Very much appreciated!:)

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Great to hear. Glad the video was helpful!

@mariomedeiros6567 2 года назад

Really appreciate all your help John👍

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@christinecamilleri5696 Месяц назад

I have had my Outdoors RV Backcountry 4 years now and every spring I read or watch a lot of on line advice. NONE was as logical and simply explained step by step as yours. THANK YOU SO MUCH. You saved me time and worry. I don't subscribe to anything...but yours I did.

@JohnMarucci Месяц назад

Thanks! Glad the video was helpful. I have a list of maintenance videos in one place on my site if interested. It is under new to RVing, but helpful to have them in one location for reference: johnmarucci.com/getting-started-with-rving-18-videos/

@dave041153 3 года назад

Thanks, John. We’ve got a 2020 257RSS and it’s time!

@RVAmerica 3 года назад

Great job on the video. I really like the way you teach people through such projects. Danny and Lynn

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@davidgadbury1832 3 года назад

Thanks for this in depth video.

@Deargdoo Год назад

Just bought a used 97 Lance Truck Camper. All of your instruction was very helpful. Thank you

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Great to hear, thanks!

@bcloetta Год назад

Thank you so so much! I bought a DIY campervan 2 years ago, and thanks to this video was able to complete this process for the first time solo (without the previous owner's help)

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@luciacantu9648 Год назад

I a newby, first time that will to this process after my winter purchase! Thank you for the easier explanation and checklist!!!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@barbarabecker7484 Год назад

Thanks for getting right to the point and explaining things without too much fluff!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@Flamedramon212 Год назад

Thank you for this video! New to RV/camper trailer handling and this video was very informative, helpful and detailed!!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

I’m very happy the video was helpful. All the best!

@kworley100 Год назад

John, my wife and I are RV newbies. We purchased a 30 foot 2023 Freedom Express travel trailer which has opened up an entirely new world of how-to RV questions. I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to create this excellent step-by-step video. Well done & appreciate all of the videos you've posted on RU-vid!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Great to hear! Sounds like you have already discovered my New to RVing videos, but here is the link if needed: johnmarucci.com/getting-started-with-rving-16-videos/

@lisajuanis7422 Год назад

Very informative and easy to follow instruction. Your videos have been a great help!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad the videos are helpful!

@KeyserTheRedBeard 3 года назад

really cool video John Marucci. I shattered that thumbs up on your video. Keep up the exceptional work.

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@kellyharrison159 2 года назад

such a helpful video with clear instructions, thank you!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@donnasdoodles Год назад

Thank you SO much for this Wonderful, Instructional Video that I could understand, follow & DO without having a frustrating, emotional meltdown. My Husband passed away recently & he always Winterized & DeWinterize the campers, my Sons helped me after he passed, but I was able to DeWinterize my Mavis Motorhome By myself, for the FIRST time, following your video❤

@JohnMarucci Год назад

This is so good to hear that the video was so helpful. I have several other how-to videos for owners: johnmarucci.com/how-to-videos-for-rv-owners/

@smeggy22 3 года назад

Thanks for this. Bought a 2021 243bhs last fall and need to dewinrerize it soon enough

@scottmarino3197 26 дней назад

Thank you John Very clearly explained

@JohnMarucci 24 дня назад

Glad it was helpful!

@1966spyderco 3 года назад

Thx John!

@SP0FAW Месяц назад

For the third year in a row. Thank you my friend!

@JohnMarucci Месяц назад

Great to hear. Thanks! I also use this video annually as I can’t remember all the steps!

@frankszekely5452 Год назад

Thanks for the perfectly explained step-by-step instructions. This will be my first time with my new trailer (2022 Starcraft Autumn Ridge 19BH).

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Frank, all the best in doing this maintenance task. It isn't too difficult if you follow the steps. Thanks!

@wayneottawa1809 3 года назад

Great teaching points, effective and on point!

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@parneypots Месяц назад

Enjoyed thorough explanation!

@JohnMarucci Месяц назад

Glad it was helpful!

@robhall9868 Год назад

Extremely well done. Been searching for vids that make winterizing and dewinterizing more understandable. Although I have a Class B Coachmen Galleria, the basic steps and methodology will do the trick. I should be able t o handle both processes now. Thanks so much for posting!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad the video was helpful. Here is a link to the maintenance video on the channel: johnmarucci.com/how-to-videos-for-rv-owners/

@robhall9868 Год назад

Perfect. The dump station guidance is huge for a newbie like me. I haven’t had to do it yet (have been using the rig all winter in MN without water) so I’m a bit anxious for the first time. Mine will be a little different, but your steps all apply and make it very easy to understand. The extra pointers are helpful. Thanks again.

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad it is of help! All the best!

@samcarver1805 2 года назад

Thanks for the video! Good instructions.

@breevestal 11 месяцев назад

This video has helped me so much. Thank you!

@JohnMarucci 11 месяцев назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@steventhornsberry1850 Год назад

This is great to follow. I didn't use antifreeze I blow the lines clear before winter but the same sequence works just less in the Grey tank

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Lots of people use the compressed air method and blow out the lines. Saves using antifreeze as long as you understand exactly how to do it. All the best!

@berniemarkley 2 года назад

Thanks. This was extremely helpful!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@williamcalabrese2197 2 года назад

this was a great video very easy to understand and comprehend really good video

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@philhebert2684 3 года назад

Very helpful/informative thank you so much!!!

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@candycecressotti8494 2 года назад

Great video! I will use this to do my first dewinterization!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@danmcgarry5077 7 месяцев назад

Great info presented very clearly..perfect video for the info I needed..🎉🎉🎉thank you😁

@JohnMarucci 7 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@dtaylor7003 Год назад

THIS THIS THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I NEED RIGHT NOW!!!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@justintoso Год назад

A great game to play while watching this video. Take a drink every time you hear "bleach solution". Seriously though, this is a great video.. I watch it every spring.

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Thanks Justin!

@mdubg01 Год назад

Glad I found this video as my wife and I just purchased our first travel trailer: 2022 keystone bullet 290 BHS and I’m needing to flush it out cuz it was already winterized before we bought it

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Great to hear that the video was helpful!

@rosanapasquini8714 Год назад

Thank you for the this video hubby and myself are newbies with life style. Do not know a lot .

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad it was helpful! I have a set of videos for those new to RVing if interested: johnmarucci.com/getting-started-with-rving-16-videos/

@kevinbrownrigg 2 года назад

Thanks for the helpful videos!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Many thanks for the generous support. Great to know the videos are helpful!

@jcobra09 11 месяцев назад

Thanks a ton, John! Makes sense, and great “for dummies” style. Just like the army😂. I learn best with videos like this. Awesome content throughout your channel as well

@JohnMarucci 11 месяцев назад

Glad to help!

@Float4Fun 2 года назад

Awesome, thank you!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Thanks, glad the video was helpful!

@brandoncameron441 2 года назад

Thank you for this video this has helped me out alot thank you and I subscribed 😊

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@bbfamily9081 2 года назад

Thank you for your help, your very through.

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@MJSDENVER 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! You and your videos are amazing. You've save me LOTS of $ and aggravation that comes with bringing my RV into the dealer for basic stuff. Thank you, thank you.

@JohnMarucci 10 месяцев назад

Glad to help! Many thanks for the generous gift!

@MJSDENVER 10 месяцев назад

And you are worth every penny, and more.

@MJSDENVER 10 месяцев назад

John, I do have a question. I tried to drain the gallon of water/bleach into the Fresh Water tank input and the opening must have some kind of "anti-backflow" feature, because nothing would flow into the tank. The only way to get water into the Fresh Water tank seems to be a hose with water pressure. Any suggestions. I have a picture of the interface if you need that. Thanks

@JohnMarucci 10 месяцев назад

It sounds like the entry to your fresh water tank may have a backflow preventer, as you mention. This would mean you likely will need to pump the solution into the tank. You may want to try a hand pump like this one from Camco (link below). Disclaimer, I have not used this product, so please consider the online reviews carefully before purchasing. Most reviews appear to be for winterizing, but there would be no reason why it couldn't be used to introduce the bleach solution into the freshwater tank. Here is the link to the product from my associate account: amzn.to/3PI3Yhb

@MJSDENVER 10 месяцев назад

@JohnMarucci As always, thank you. The pump does look like it would work. I'll keep you posted. Mark

@marythursby4291 Год назад

Thank you this helped me very much

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad it helped! All the best!

@pamil1923 3 года назад

Good video, Thank you Sir!👍🏼☮️

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@jessicastucki7322 Год назад

Thank you very much!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@firekeeper1944 3 года назад

Great video! I would add that you need to be sure to turn off the electric element in the hot water heater when you drain it (a lesson learned the hard way!)

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Yep, good reminder!

@kylequintana 2 года назад

How do I do this?

@artofcampingnow 2 года назад

@@kylequintana there may be a switch for the electric heating element behind the outside water heater panel and then a switch for propane heat on the inside control panel…this is how ours is configured.

@jseb4025 Год назад

What happens if you don't

@bruceklutz2870 20 дней назад

John happy spring and new camping season! Wondering if you had any video or recommendations for trailer hitch locks when storing camping in summer at a storage yard. also do you remove the battery and/or LP gas tanks so they can't be stolen? As always great job on your videos and updates. thank you. Bruce

@JohnMarucci 19 дней назад

Bruce, I remove the battery and propane tanks while storing my unit at the local public storage facility. Here is a link to my Amazon store with the lock I’ve used for years: amzn.to/4b2XXDN

@jaydog9508 2 года назад

I find that flushing brakes sediment free and I usually have to take apart the faucets to remove debris. I do this every year now, helps keep the water pressure up in my RV.

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Great point. Thanks for sharing!

@johnharbaugh3137 2 года назад

Thanks!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Thanks John for the generous gift, much appreciated!

@erix4erix Год назад

Thanks

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@johnharbaugh3137 2 года назад

Great video… my girlfriend and I just used this step by step to dewinterize super easy … if I was a betting man I would bet you are a vet and know how to prep and deliver training for soldier/airman training events :) thank you sir

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Thanks! Glad the video was helpful. I wasn't in the military but am a teacher by nature and had a fairly disciplined upbringing as a soccer player. Both have helped when developing material. Thanks again for commenting!

@mroselli 11 месяцев назад

good video

@JohnMarucci 11 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@zacwoodbeck3235 3 года назад

Awesome video very helpful I was wondering if i needed to sanitize the lines with the bleach solution if I have a brand new rig

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

It’s your call. There likely hasn’t been any water in the tank or lines.

@user-qz3qp3se4j Месяц назад

Excellent video! Sorry if this was asked before. Do you recommend dumping prior to first outing? First weekend outing will not have sewer hookup.

@JohnMarucci Месяц назад

I always fully dump before I winterize in the fall, so i don’t need to do it again before dewinterizing. If you didn’t do this when winterizing, then it’s up to you and would depend on how full your tanks are.

@VincentWestberg Год назад

I watch your videos ever year 😊 I can never remember how to winterize and de winterize😅

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Glad the videos are helpful!

@annblair4459 2 года назад

Thank you

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Glad the video was helpful!

@Samiamd663 2 года назад

Great video as always. I’m just wondering, when you hook up to city water on any trailer etc, what stops it filling backwards into the cold water storage tank and overflowing it etc …. Is there a check valve or is there an instruction to turn off a certain valve and I missed it ? I pick up Colt Bullet in a week so trying to get ahead of the curve. Thanks again !

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Dan, the freshwater tank line comes from the freshwater tank directly to the water pump which has a check valve. Thanks!

@coreyquinton8617 3 года назад

I like how simple and straightforward this is. Even for a city slicker I understand

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Great to hear, glad the video was helpful!

@user-jl5ri6hm3k Год назад

Loved the video - as a newbie it walked me through the process flawlessly. Appreciate that very much. One question: Where did you get the fitting that you put on the end of the filter so you could attach the clear flex tube? I went to a local store and didn't find anything like that. TIA!

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Here is the link to the part from my storefront: amzn.to/3pXA1Pt

@mistermixter1 3 года назад

Very informative video, thank you. Do you still recommend using the bleach solution for a brand new camper?

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

I think it is your call on a never-used plumbing system. It can’t hurt to sanitize the fresh water tank before you ever use it. Thanks!

@brucestrong6930 2 года назад

Thanks John - I'm a virgin RV owner walking through this process for the very first time. Not to mention that my RV has a very different (Nautilus) water management control panel, so nothing is the same. But this video was tremendous! Do you also have one for winterizing the camper? I'l love to follow your same clear directions for that process at the end of the year. Thanks again!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Bruce, thanks for the comments. I do have a winterization video on RU-vid: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3xN2-ahkL5g.html

@mikefranklinjr123 Год назад

@@JohnMarucci John's Winterization video is my go to.

@seven3cop 3 года назад

This was very helpful - thank you.

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@toddtannehill2646 Год назад

John, good video. We are taking it out in April for weekend trip. However sometimes we will still get a night below freezing when it is at the storage yard. Do I need to keep redoing the winterizing for one night below 32?

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Todd, it is not an easy answer. It really depends on how cold it will be for how long. You may be able to risk it if it will stay just at or below freezing for a few hours, but any real length of time for more than a degree or two below freezing can cause damage, especially where water sits at the extremities of the RV. I have left water in my trailer below freezing but only when I've been using it and am running the heat over night. One thing you can do is drain all the water by opening the low point drains and an interior faucet, and pass on adding RV antifreeze. Also, if you have an air compressor, there are videos on RU-vid on blowing out the lines that many people do to remove all water. Hope this helps!

@mikes.7073 2 года назад

Hi John. Great video with very clear instructions. I am new to this and did my first winterizing last fall. Now, I am thinking of flushing out the antifreeze using the city water attachment before doing the bleach sanitization. The instructions I had for winterizing was to bypass the water heater to prevent antifreeze from entering. So my thinking was to flush out the lines before opening the water heater lines. Does that make sense? Thanks!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Your call. I unbypass the hot water tank in the first step as there is little risk to the tank of having a small amount of RV antifreeze in the tank for a very short time before flushing.

@carikoster7529 Год назад

Thanks for the step by step, we'll be following tonight as we do a last minute de-winterizing before we hit the road tomorrow! I have a probably really dumb question, but where is it easiest/best to do this? At home in the driveway? At a campsite? At a dump station? Does the camper need to be perfectly level? (Our driveway is not level and our flat camper storage spot does not have water access). Do I need to then empty the gray/black tanks before using the camper?

@JohnMarucci Год назад

I do it on my driveway with the trailer level (my driveway is also on a slant). I try not to do this until right before my first camping trip so I can dump so thereafter.

@deuceloosley Месяц назад

Thank you so much for this video. Perfect step by step tutorial on dewinterizing after anti freeze winterization. We owned a 20+ year old trailer for 5 or 6 years and we always winterized by blowing the lines with compressed air. We very recently bought a new to us 2020 Coleman and the dealer had it anti freeze winterized. After watching and rewatching multiple times this video, I confidently got this done. Thank you. Would you recommend the anti freeze over air winterization? Is there pros and cons?

@JohnMarucci Месяц назад

Thanks for sharing your experience! Glad the video was helpful. I have always used the RV antifreeze method for winterizing and have a step-by-step video on subject if interested. Some people use forced air without issue. I suppose it depends on how cold it gets where the trailer is stored off-season and how confident you are in removing all water from the plumbing lines and water pump.

@Dzimmy 17 дней назад

This is a great video… on the hot water tank do u leave that line open or close it

@JohnMarucci 10 дней назад

You unbypass the line so water will flow into the hot water tank, then leave it open for the season. I do drain the tank if I am not going to be using the RV for a while during season. Hope this helps.

@GD-bn7sk 3 года назад

Enjoyed the video - newbie here we managed to winterize ourselves for the first time (Jayco jay flight) - most of the steps look the same I saw another comment about electrical on the hot water valve - what did they mean? Could the antifreeze be dumped into a septic tank?

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

I am not certain where the comment mentioned is, so I'll take a guess that what someone was talking about was the switch for the hot water tank at the hot water heater outside. This varies by RV model, so I am not certain as to what your RV has. If you RV has a switch to run the hot water heater on electric (whether the switch is on the inside of the RV or outside by the heater itself), you'll want to ensure this switch is off when dewinterizing. Let me know if this makes sense. As far as dumping your gray water tank that will have minimal antifreeze in it after doing this process, I usually just wait until my first visit to a public dump station after my first camping trip. I do not know how or what RV antifreeze would do to a septic system, but likely you'll want to avoid doing this. There really is only a gallon or so of the antifreeze in the gray tank after doing the process, and if you wait until you camp, it will be greatly diluted before you dump. Thanks!

@CruiserlifestyleBlogspot 2 года назад

Excellent video very detailed as is your winterizing video. A few words of caution, only use NSF approved chlorine for sanitizing, even with flushing, household bleach is not a safe alternative made for use in drinking water applications. If you HAVE to use regular bleach, make sure it is unscented. Full 4-log inactivation of viruses only takes about 20 minutes, no need to wait 3-6 hours to flush the lines. Thanks for the video!

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

Question about the 4-log inactivation of viruses taking only 20 minutes. At what level of dilution is that measured? The ratio used and recommended by most RV manufactures is the 1/4 cup bleach per 15 gallons of water or 1 part bleach to 960 parts water when sanitizing. Any clarification for users is appreciated. Thanks.

@dianneyork Год назад

@@JohnMarucci In the absence of a reply from RVSailing, I thought I might chime in with my professional experience in the medical virology and microbiology laboratory setting. When I disinfected surfaces in the laboratory, I used a 1:10 solution of bleach for 20 to 30 minutes. So much more concentrated than what we're using in the RV sanitizing procedure, and I had a different objective in the lab. Personally, I'm sticking with the recommendations from the RV manufacturers. John, thanks so much for your videos. Extremely helpful to me as a newbie RV owner!

@user-si5uy7mj2x 11 месяцев назад

Hi John. Thank you so much for posting. I have a question regarding the fresh water flush after the sanitization has been completed. Do you have to empty the water heater tank a second time as well, or just the fresh water tank? Thank you!

@JohnMarucci 11 месяцев назад

Dana, there is a basic assumption that if you are dewinterizing then you plan to use your RV fairly quickly thereafter. This is why the process doesn't include draining the water heater a second time. If you dewinterize and will leave the RV sitting for some time before using it, then feel free to drain the water heater a second time. Most people leave the fresh water tank empty while traveling and fill it when they get to their campground, otherwise you are towing much more weight. Thanks!

@michaelroybal3990 3 года назад

Newbie here, great educational video. I don't have the luxery of letting solution sitting overnight as I have to go to a rv park to dewinterize. What would you recommend is the minimal amount of time for solution to sit in lines and tank before draining and rinsing? I will be dewinterizing a brand new travel trailer for the first time. I'm sure I'll have to capture all water being drained form fresh and low point into a bucket to avoid and issues with management. Any tips for rv park draining? Thanks again.

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Given the trailer is brand new, there should not be any water in the fresh water tank. You can double check this by opening the valve on the fresh water tank and see if anything comes out. Unless you plan on drinking from the fresh water tank (I only use it for rinsing dishes and showers), you potentially could forgo a full sanitation if the trailer is brand new and has never been used. If you would feel better by sanitizing the system before first use, you’ll want to let the bleach solution sit for a minimum of 3 hours in the tanks and lines. Thanks!

@stevenbruce2659 6 дней назад

Thank you for this info, but I have well water. Can these same steps be followed or do you recommend a different method?

@JohnMarucci 5 дней назад

I think it would be fine. You may want to use a filter when filling and flushing the tanks. Thanks!

@spirit101ish 11 месяцев назад

Hello John after I complete the steps in your video do I release what’s in the gray and black tanks?

@JohnMarucci 11 месяцев назад

I usually dewinterize just before my first camping trip and dump the little leftover in the tanks with the rest of the contents after the first trip is over.

@Uneektlcme 3 месяца назад

Do you have any videos on outdoor kitchen repairs?

@JohnMarucci 3 месяца назад

Sorry, I usually make videos from issues I’ve experienced. I haven’t had an issues besides replacing a small fridge.

@georgesolley2818 Месяц назад

Great video, but I have a question. I have two 45 gal. fresh water tanks. When dewinterizing, do I fill the first 45 gal. tank 1/3 full then do the bleach process, or do I figure both tanks?

@JohnMarucci Месяц назад

You'll want to sanitize both tanks for sure. If they both run off one water pump, then try to do them at the same time.

@mnnomad1870 Год назад

Hi John I thought it was going to be that time of year again here in East Central Minnesota but then it started snowing again with rapid meltdown flooding threat. I just had one question on what do you do about the water filter and housing during winterization and dewinterization? I had it done at the dealership last fall and actually redid it when I got it home, but didn't think about the water filter and housing until now. I am determined to do most of the repairs and maintenance I'm capable as it is so frustrating having to make an appointment to drop it off and waiting for parts and then waiting for it to get repaired. Thanks John

@JohnMarucci Год назад

MN, I would think you would want to remove any water filter element before winterizing and adding RV antifreeze and not reinstall the water filter element until after sanitizing the lines with the bleach solution in the spring. I don't have a set up like you have, so this is simply what I would probably do if I had a water filter in line. All the best!

@mnnomad1870 Год назад

@@JohnMarucci Thanks John I'll have to check it out today and see what the dealership did last fall. I know they didn't even drain my tanks and I had to do a U-turn and take it back to have the tanks emptied.

@davidcochran934 Год назад

Great video and very informative but what do you do now that all the water is in your gray tank? Just let it run out?

@JohnMarucci Год назад

David, I dewinterize only before I am going to take the trailer out for the first time, so I plan to dump the gray tank that contains the little bit of water, solution, and RV antifreeze pretty quickly after dewintering. Thanks!

@peterstocco709 Год назад

John I watched both your winterization and de winterize videos. In the winterization video you talk about removing the hot water anode tube. In the de winterization video you say to turn bi pass valve and run water. You don’t mention that the anode tube needs to be re installed first….did I miss something in this step? Pete

@JohnMarucci Год назад

Pete, there are two sets of videos. For my old R-Pod which had the anode rod there are both winterization and dewinterization videos. Sorry for any confusion. Here they are: Winterization with the anode rod: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-173ozyKAcqk.html Dewinterization with anode rod: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GqlqgaH7nus.html

@asdfghuiokgb 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for such a helpful video series - we have a rotten egg smell coming from our hot water tank - would you suggest running the same concentration or solution, or do you have a different suggestion?

@JohnMarucci 10 месяцев назад

It may be from the anode rod interacting with water and residue sitting in the tank. Here is a link I found that speaks to the issue: www.cruiseamerica.com/rv-adventures/rv-lifestyle/rv-water-smells-like-rotten-eggs#

@asdfghuiokgb 10 месяцев назад

@@JohnMarucci Thanks - Mine is a winnie drop - similar to the RPod - so no annode rod. It looks like their suggestion is same steps but with hydrogen peroxide mix. Appreciate the reply.

@mhfnet 3 года назад

Hi John, I have gotten my 2018 R-pod 179 out storage and began the inspections and de-winterization process. One thing I notice is that the fiberglass under the back window down to the bumper flexes in a bit when pressed and feels detached from the inner wall. I removed the license plate holder and saw that the fiberglass has a thin backing of plywood and could see than the inner wall had foam with thin plywood attached on each side. It doesn't seem like the plywood backing has delaminated but has warped and is no longer flush with the inner wall. It doesn't seem like good construction not to glue the plywood backing on the fiberglass and insulation together but I'm also not sure it's a problem? So far it hasn't done this anywhere else on the R-pod. Does the fiberglass on the back of your R-pod flex in a bit? FYI, while I was looking at this issue of the fiberglass from the back of the inside kitchen cabinets I notice a major ground wire connection was not connected and the wire nut was sitting on the floor, nice! Also when I took the stuff out of the corner cabinet in the kitchen I noticed the thin shelf in the cabinet was just hanging and about ready to collapse because it wasn't secured properly, which I fixed and also added cross brace for strength. I was also starting to repack the wheel bearings for the first time myself and the lug nuts were on so tight that I had to use a breaker bar and found the "cheap" lugs nuts have a chrome cap over the top for looks and tore right off on a few of them. With all the problems I've had with my R-pod I am feeling quality is only skin deep is a true statement... Thanks, Mike

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

Mike, my 179 is still in storage. I should be getting to it in the next few weeks and will plan to get back to you on the condition of my back wall. Thanks for the update and comments. Sorry to hear about the quality issues.

@mhfnet 3 года назад

@@JohnMarucci Great thanks! I left a message with the warranty department at Forrest River about confirming whether the back fiberglass was supposed to be glued to the interior wall/framing but I haven't yet heard back from them? I think it should have been glued to prevent moisture from warping and bowing of plywood attached to the fiberglass and improve the structural integrity! Not sure how to fix that now without completely removing the outer corner moldings in order to flip it up and put contact cement on the plywood? There is a R-pod construction video at this RU-vid link. Looking at the video at 3:50 you can see the lower insulated panel above the bumper that uses a plywood backed foam insulated panel and at 4:30 you can see the back wall as they were applying the fiberglass but you can't tell if or how it was attached to the inner wall? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QXNYA73rCNE.html

@mhfnet 3 года назад

@@JohnMarucci Update, I sent a video to the R-pod factory people and they say it is "normal" and apparently they don't glue the fiberglass to the inner frame it's only secured on the edges. Not sure why they don't as I would think it would be a good idea as who likes to see the fiberglass warping and bowing out?!

@JohnMarucci 3 года назад

@@mhfnet Mike, here is a link to a quick video I just did on the back wall of my R-Pod 179: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-P7Fu5Z1xn_8.html

@davecoyne4284 Год назад

Great video. I question opening the hot water valves before flushing the antifreeze out. Is that ok to do?

@JohnMarucci Год назад

You can keep the valve closed if you want to. There is very little risk to allowing a small amount of RV antifreeze in the hot water tank right before flushing the system. Thanks!

@davecoyne4284 Год назад

Thanks John for your reply.

@karenwalls1057 2 года назад

Hi John, Thank you so much for all your videos. Deeply appreciated here due to newbie Rv ing again!Just purchased a gently used 40’ Heartland cyclone toyhauler we haven’t used a camper since 1995 and it was a 24’pull behind..so all these videos are great. I’m trying to write things down to keep a binder for memory sake I can always read it instead of watching the videos until getting used to everything…Thanks again and Happy Camping 🏕

@JohnMarucci 2 года назад

We have most of these processes in written form at: johnmarucci.com/docs-downloads/