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If you drive a Class A, it is also recommended stopping at truck stops. They have a higher clearance and truckers are generally more aware. That being said, please be considerate of truckers as they are working. Don’t block their pathways.

 

Most truck stops are diesel, so if you need gas, search out RV gas pumps. They are normally located off to the side away from the diesel gas pumps.  

 

 

Measure  your rig once it is hitched up. That way you will know your rigs exact height. Once you know the height, download an RV or trucker app (Popular App: CoPilot) and you can enter rig height and preference for two-lane highways into the app. To ensure you don’t attempt to go under bridges that you don't fit under and keep you safe on the road. 

 

 

There is nothing worse knowing you have a flat tire and there isn’t anything you can do. Dealing with tire issues is inevitable so it is best to be prepared. 

 

 

Extension cord or not having one - whether you have 30 amps or 50 amps, having a long extension cord in stock could be beneficial, especially if the charging station is a distance away. 

 

 

Keep a basic tool kit - whether you have a new or old rig, you won't know when you will need it but you will need basic tools at some point. 

 

 

Having bot is a guarantee that one tank will run out in the middle of the night. The closed tank will be full so you won’t be completely out. You will just need to open the valve and you’re back in bed. The next morning you can refuel/replace the empty tank and keep that tank valve closed until your other tank runs out.

 

Stock up on food before moving days - you could end up going without once you get to your next stop to find shopping is not an option because stores are closed or a somewhat of a long drive from your campground. Don't go without, pack yourself some food. 

 

 

Check your furnace - your furnace will accumulate dust and additional particles that will burn off and create an unpleasant odor and possible dangerous smoke.  Run your furnace prior to your road trip 12 to 24 hours to burn off all particles in your furnace. Leave some or all windows opon to avoid the smoke detectors going off.   

 

 

Having a basic understanding how your rigs electrical system is important. Research the difference between 30 and 50 amps  and how they affect your specific rig. Know where your fuse box  is as well as your GFCI outlets are located. Power outages can be easily restored by the flip of a switch if power does go out in your rig. 

 

 

On travel days it is important to ensure your door is absolutely secure and not in danger of popping open when you are on the road. In some cases your rig's handrail serves as a second lock or deteranint. Check to see if that is an option.