A Buyer’s Guide to RV Parts

All vehicles need regular repairs and maintenance, and that includes your recreational vehicle as well. Even though a camper is designed to last for several years if it hasn’t been involved in any serious accidents, negligence in replacing essential parts during repairs can significantly reduce its lifespan. It’s essential to keep your rig in good condition by investing in the right RV parts. We’ve put together some tips for buying spare parts for your unit.

Visual Inspection

You shouldn’t really wait for something to blow up to realize there’s a problem with some parts of your rig. Regular servicing will help you prevent many problems but one thing you can do yourself is to perform regular inspections. This can help you catch any potential issues and nip them in the bud so they don’t turn into bigger issues, which end up costing a lot of time and money to fix. Visual inspections involve making sure that everything is working smoothly. A lot of the minor problems can be fixed in the comfort of your garage, but if you’re not sure about the problem, let a trained mechanic fix it for you rather than risk making it worse.

Getting the Right Parts

There are many makes, models, sizes, and types of RVs, and getting a part that’s compatible is the difference between smooth performance and a disaster. Even if a component looks right in the store or online, it might be the wrong size or shape. When possible, buy parts built by your camper’s manufacturer for your model specifically, since they are guaranteed to work correctly.

Professional Help

Many RV parts wear down over time and eventually will need to be replaced. It can be tough finding those parts on your own and that too at an affordable price. The service department of a trustworthy dealership, like Schwab's R.V. World, will usually have a large inventory of parts ready to go. If they don't have the component you need, they can usually order it right away, and sometimes at a lower price than you could get it on your own.

In need of a specific RV part or just want help installing one? Contact us at Schwab's R.V. World in Leduc, AB, for assistance, or if you’re in need of a new RV altogether. We proudly serve all our patrons visiting us from Edmonton, so get in touch with us today!