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Old 11-26-2016, 04:38 PM   #1
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Storing 195bh unlevel

Thinking of storing our 195bh for winter behind driveway in yard that is not level. Any major issues with this?

I know fridge should be level but we only have the small bar fridge that is 120v only.

Thoughts?
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Old 11-26-2016, 04:51 PM   #2
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How much unlevel?
And are you planning on running it, while unlevel?
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Old 11-26-2016, 04:57 PM   #3
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Not sure how explain how much. Nothing severe, maybe 5% grade left to right? I have no plans to run it. It will put on the winter cover.
Since this will be in grass maybe park it on some lego block pads.
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Leave it as it is, water and snow run off will do so quicker.

Forgot to add.

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Not sure how explain how much. Nothing severe, maybe 5% grade left to right? I have no plans to run it. It will put on the winter cover.
Since this will be in grass maybe park it on some lego block pads.
You do need to get it off the ground, I would go with 2X12X24 boards beveled on one end for easy pull on.

This will help keep it from sinking.
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Leave it as it is, water and snow run off will do so quicker.
Ditto
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You guys saying don't use the cover or park on blocks? The
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You guys saying don't use the cover or park on blocks? The
I amended my post above.

I did not cover the cover because you did not say what type of cover(brand name) it is.
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Thanks. The cover is one of those nice ADCO covers that I think is breathable
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Use the cover, just be sure to cover any sharp edges with a tennis ball or pool noodle.
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Not sure how explain how much. Nothing severe, maybe 5% grade left to right? I have no plans to run it. It will put on the winter cover.
Since this will be in grass maybe park it on some lego block pads.
You want to keep your tires off the grass. Any pads or wood blocks that will support the tires should be fine. Cover your tires and check tire pressure monthly.
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Old 11-27-2016, 05:51 PM   #11
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I always level mine since a 195 is basically a 2"x2" wood studded house on wheels. I figure why add unnecessary stress to the structure.
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