Planning a trip by RV this spring or summer? Well, now is the perfect time to get your recreational vehicle groomed for the road. Over time, the wear and tear on your home away from home can leave it with a not so polished look. Vanity dictates that no one wants to be the one on the road whose motorhome looks worse for the wear. Part of your travel prep should be to get your spring or summer spruce up before leaving for destinations unknown. Here are a few reasons why you should consider repairing your recreational vehicle’s body damage before you hit the road.
Mother nature’s touch
Spring is notorious for stormy weather. Driving through a hailstorm creates a situation in which your vehicle is taking a beating from potentially large stones that are traveling at a high velocity. That can mean dents in the body of your RV. Falling tree limbs or branches can also come flying at you if the storm is strong enough, and they can cause scratches and pings to the body. Although it’s wise to try and park your RV in a safe place during such storms, that isn’t always possible.
Additionally, the summer sun’s UV rays can cause the roof of your RV to dry out, crack, fade, and oxidize. If the roof is rubber, then it can also shrink, causing the caulking to be wrenched away from the edges. This can in turn cause any water to which your vehicle is exposed to leak into the wall, causing further delamination. This is when the fiberglass or gelcoat outer layer starts to pull away from the underlying layer, which is usually a lightweight plywood. Downtown Auto Body’s technicians can repair your RV’s gelcoat, using our state of the art procedure for gelcoat repair.
Realistically, who even sees the roof of their recreational vehicle enough to notice such damages? However, just because you don’t see it, doesn’t mean it’s not there or that it can’t become a costly problem for you in the long run. Regular maintenance of your vehicle, both inside and out, can prevent that from becoming a worry when you least expect it.
You should note that even an RV that is not used during fall or winter can sustain weather related damages if it is left uncovered while it waits to be revved up again. Covering up your vehicle while it is not in use can be a simple fix for some of the potential hazards caused by the weather, saving you money on repairs.
Leaving previous damage unattended
Wrecks can happen to even the most skilled or careful drivers. A recreational vehicle that has been previously damaged can only take so much. Although they are designed to absorb the force of a direct impact in a collision, it will not be as sturdy after even a fender bender. Continuing to drive a damaged recreational vehicle after an accident can cause another wreck. If you have had an accident in your RV before and opted to leave it unrepaired, you could be asking for trouble on your next extended family outing. Bring your damaged RV to our state of the art body shop and let us repair any body damage before you put it on the road again.
Final Thoughts
With the travel season getting closer, now is the right time to get your RV geared up for it. The experienced staff at Downtown Auto Body can help make your next trip safer and worry free by repairing the damages your vehicle has sustained, restoring it to pristine condition. Have your family’s trip get off to a great start by visiting a trusted name in RV body repair. Let us help you get your RV dressed for the road and ready to roll.