MASTERCLASS GET BACK ON THE ROAD

Many of us choose to put our motorhome into storage over the winter, but even if you’ve decided to carry on with your travels during the colder months, the period before the main season is a great time to check that everything is in order.

With a few simple items and some basic tools, you can make sure that your first trip out this season is memorable for all the right reasons.

We are taking for granted that your motorhome has passed its MoT and the vehicle and habitation servicing is also up-to-date. These tips are specifically for those with a ’van that has been in hibernation, or those who just want to check everything is in tip-top condition before taking to the road on their spring tours.

Essential tools and kit

You don’t need loads of tools or specialised kit – a few basic items will go a long way to ensuring your first time back on the road runs smoothly. Depending on exactly what you are planning to do, you should gather together the following:

■ Warm water■ Car■ WD-40 or equivalent■ Silicone spray■ White lithium grease■ Graphite grease■ Surgical spirit■ White vinegar■ Cotton buds■ Petroleum jelly■ An old toothbrush■ Microfibre cloths■ Cotton cloths■ A nailbrush■ Some newspaper