Do you keep your coach plugged in when storing

[Charlandpv]

Actually it’s a no brainer if you have access to power. The real question should be: If you don’t have access to shore power, what can you do to store your coach and not have it die on you? Please!

[kendall69]

I use a batter disconnect and then plug the batteries into a battery tender.

[Steve 716]

Always

[Mgtv53]

Originally Posted by chefred112

Hey All,the storage unit I keep my Mountain Aire in has electrical outlets. Can or should I keep my coach plugged in while storing it?

I have a motor home most of the time plugged in to 30 amps however sometimes I worry if something short out I had TT plugged in my drive way for the fridge we were ready for Labor Day and the converter started a fire in the middle of the night it was located inside in the front behind the propane tanks burned up in15 minutes. That was 30 years ago 1 year old FLEETWOOD skylark.

[Bobby F]

Originally Posted by Charlandpv

If you don’t have access to shore power, what can you do to store your coach and not have it die on you? Please!

Install just enough roof solar to keep ahead of parasitic loads. (Won't work in covered storage, obviously.) $100 for a 100 watt panel, a cheap $25 PWM controller, and some wire.

[Kid Gloves]

Originally Posted by Beacoal

Correct me if I am wrong but on my coach when plugged into power I shut off my inverter and my batteries are always at full charge, why should I have my inverter turned on?? am I wrong or just been lucky Al

If you leave the inverter on and experience a power outage, the inverter could drain the house batteries. The charging function should remain on, as the batteries will not remain fully charged indefinitely.

[Racerpro]

Always plugged in during storage but also use a surge protector.

[Kid Gloves]

Originally Posted by Charlandpv

Actually it’s a no brainer if you have access to power. The real question should be: If you don’t have access to shore power, what can you do to store your coach and not have it die on you? Please!

Actually, some brain power is required. I don’t need to keep my lithium house batteries on a charger 24/7. So, even though I have a 50A outlet in the RV garage, I just plug in a maintainer for the chassis batteries. A day before a trip, I’ll plug in to the 50A to cool the refrigerator or run the A/C if necessary. If we’re going boondocking, I may put some charge on the house batteries or let the DC/DC charger to the work while driving. Or, I’ll just top them off at a park with hookups. I could also just put a portable solar panel outside and connect it to the chassis batteries or install one on the roof of the building and run a wire to the battery bay.

[j carter]

I keep my Class C plugged into a 30A service when stored. I also have a small dehumidifier that drains into the bathroom sink that always runs. I check the water level in the house batteries monthly.
JC

[Country Road]

Originally Posted by Charlandpv

Actually it’s a no brainer if you have access to power. The real question should be: If you don’t have access to shore power, what can you do to store your coach and not have it die on you? Please!

You actually, in my thought process, have only a few options.

Before you want to use your coach, start recharging your batteries a couple days in advance so they’re ready to be used and since they’ve probably sulfated, be ready to replace them every 2 or 3 years instead of 3 to 5.

Remove your batteries and keep them on charge at your home.

Somehow convince the storage place to let you install solar panels.

Find you a different storage option.

[Falcon Ryder]

My RV is stored at my home when not on the road and is plugged in 24/7. Sometimes I go out, open the slides, put on my jammies, light my cigar along with a two finger neat glass of cognac and relax watching TV. This is perfect especially on a cool breezy evening. I’m so willing to bet, a lot of you are salivating because you can feel this solitude. Memorial Day is coming. See you all out there.

[JR S]

Originally Posted by Dutch Star Don

We are lucky enough to have a spot in our yard for the coach. It's always plugged in, but we know if there is a power outage and can take corrective action.

Many who have theirs in storage have reported that they lost power, or someone unplugged their coach, and the batteries ran dead. Many storage facilities use a GFCI outlet which often doesn't play well with RV plugs.

If the facility has WiFi, I would install a camera or some other notification system so that you'll know if power goes out.

Curious - - Why don’t GFCI outlets play well with RV’s?

[kbfoster01]

I’m with falcon rider. Plugged in at the barn and ready to be enjoyed at home or on the road.

[ArtJoyce]

Not me, I use the battery long storage method. Turn disconnect switch to disconnect and charge them up when the batteries hit about 60% SOC (about 12.2v.). Upside longer battery life, downside you need to give them a 24 hour charge before you have a fully charged battery.