Toy Hauler Safety Tips

A toy hauler is one of the most versatile styles of recreational vehicles. After all, it allows you to bring all your favorite powersport vehicles along with you on your camping trips. It also provides you with a cozy living space where you can relax and unwind after a day full of adventurous activities. These are just a few of the reasons why it’s so important that you ensure your toy hauler is up to the task when it comes to safety. Here at Lakeside RV Sales, safety is one of our highest priorities. We’ve gathered some toy hauler safety check tips to help you out.

Must-Have Safety Equipment

You want to be sure that you’ve got all of the essential safety equipment on board your toy hauler in the event of an emergency. You never know when you’re going to be faced with inclement weather or a flat tire that’ll throw a wrench into your plans. You don’t want to be stuck around waiting for help to arrive. There are many ways to prepare for emergencies.

For example, you should always carry an emergency radio in case you don’t have cell service. Other key safety items include flashlights, flares or other signals, a hatchet, plenty of food and water, fire extinguishers, a first-aid kit with medications and bandages, and a repair kit with tire patches. Another important consideration is to have extra fuel available in case you run out.

Have Your Systems Checked

In order to make sure your toy hauler is functioning properly and safely, you’ll want to perform an inspection on both the electronic and water systems. You have the option of adding certain features to make these systems work better, such as a surge protector to prevent campsite brownouts and blackouts. If you wish to keep uneven water pressure at campsite hookups from damaging or bursting your pipes, you can install a water pressure regulator that’ll ensure that the water comes at a consistent pressure. This also reduces the strain on the pipes and drains in your toy hauler.

You might also consider installing a tire pressure monitoring system. Your toy hauler is probably quite heavy, which causes a lot of strain on the tires. You always want your tires to be in great shape if you want to avoid blowouts and accidents. The installation of this system will keep you updated on the status of your tire pressure. It’ll alert you to a slow leak and let you know when it’s time for a rotation or replacement. With this system installed, you won’t have to spend valuable time inspecting the tires by hand for issues.

If you’d like to learn more about toy hauler safety, don’t hesitate to give us a call or swing by our dealership! You’ll find Lakeside RV Sales conveniently located in Anderson, SC. We welcome all our patrons visiting us from Charlotte, NC, and Greenville, SC.