This is Eric Stark with The Smart RVer Podcast, Delivering the smarts you need to enjoy the freedom of the RV Lifestyle without the fear of breaking down!

Enjoying the RV Life: Eric and Alexis delve into the world of packing the correct equipment in your RV for every trip! Its vital that you have what you need but you don’t overdo it either! It’s important to be smart when it comes to knowing what you need! 

Staying On The Road: Eric emphasizes the significance of an RV as a substantial financial and emotional investment. He stresses the importance of maintenance to prevent the deterioration of this investment, particularly when the RV is a means to fulfill family activities and travel goals. The maintenance process is portrayed as manageable, requiring confidence, knowledge of personal skill limits, and basic tools.

The maintenance checklist includes various systems such as electrical, water, sanitation, appliances, ventilation, roof, house structure, LP (propane) system, and chassis. Eric advises on the need for tools but emphasizes that an extensive or top-of-the-line tool set is unnecessary. He also recommends keeping basic parts on hand, especially when traveling or when businesses are closed.

Eric acknowledges the availability of maintenance guides and YouTube videos but notes that they serve as general guides and individual experiences may differ. He compares an RV to a house, highlighting the complexity of its systems and suggesting that certain maintenance tasks may be within one's expertise while others may require professional assistance. The key is understanding the RV's various systems and navigating maintenance accordingly. 

The Next Stop: Eric and Alexis travel over to Cody Wyoming and share all the gems that lay there! Its a great place to visit as a family and learn about the wild wild west! There's a big cowboy culture that you’re sure to enjoy, even if it's new to you or not exactly your thing! Plus if you have kids, this is the ideal place to visit.

RV Envy: Eric talks about why you need to get yourself some sewer hose supports! Slunky and Camco carry some really good products and you can be sure to get what you need from either of these brands. Supports come in very handy at RV parks and help the sewage flow more easily!  

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