New purchase roo 23ss

[1st timer]

I have been reading the PDI for hybrids posted by Triguy. Good stuff! Any additional thinks to look for or to check? This is the first trailer I have purchased, I'm so exited and nervous that I my miss something. Hoping to pick up the trailer next weekend. Thank you for any and all input.

[ChibullsAN]

You'll forget most of what they tell you and honestly they will probably miss some things. The biggest thing for a first timer is to understand how to hook up the trailer. Unhook the trailer. Setup and level. And use the electric switches and breakers. The rest should be focused on making sure there isn't anything wrong with the trailer (flaws). You'll find a lot of what you need to know about the appliances in the manuals for them or here on the forums. Since it is a hybrid, make sure they also show how to open and properly close the bunk ends, since they could be tricky, but some clever proven ideas here about turning on the fan to help pull the bunk in so it doesn't catch in the seal. Have fun and take first time pictures! !!!

[1st timer]

Ya that's what I was thinking as far a forgetting or possibly being overwhelmed. I will make sure that the hook up, unhooking and leveling is understood. Thanks for the pointers!

[1st timer]

Originally Posted by ChibullsAN

You'll forget most of what they tell you and honestly they will probably miss some things. The biggest thing for a first timer is to understand how to hook up the trailer. Unhook the trailer. Setup and level. And use the electric switches and breakers. The rest should be focused on making sure there isn't anything wrong with the trailer (flaws). You'll find a lot of what you need to know about the appliances in the manuals for them or here on the forums. Since it is a hybrid, make sure they also show how to open and properly close the bunk ends, since they could be tricky, but some clever proven ideas here about turning on the fan to help pull the bunk in so it doesn't catch in the seal. Have fun and take first time pictures! !!!

Will definitely have pic's. Thanks for the input!

[Terier]

I wished I had thought about using my smartphone to video tapes parts of my PDI. Driveway camping is a great way to refresh your memory of what you learned during walk-through before your first trip. Most people will not be able to dump the tanks but you can do a dry run.

[KMP44]

For sure - camp in the yard once and try everything out. Most dealers are really good about helping you out or refreshing your memory over the phone if you run into a situation where you have questions.


Enjoy the new Roo!

[syogerst]

Make a check list until you know what all needs to be done. Remember simple things like disconnect the electric, close glass top on stove, antenna down , roof vents shut, step up etc. You'll be fine it just takes a little time for you to get into a routine! Good luck with your new toy ...

[MuddauberE]

Originally Posted by syogerst

Make a check list until you know what all needs to be done. Remember simple things like disconnect the electric, close glass top on stove, antenna down , roof vents shut, step up etc. You'll be fine it just takes a little time for you to get into a routine! Good luck with your new toy ...

And make a checklist for the questions you will have. Review this thread and create a list of questions to ask during the PDI and check them off as you go. You will forget as they load your brain full of info. I love the idea of video taping. Maybe have the wife or friend do it as you paying attention to what they are telling you. Even if you don't video, maybe just record the voice conversations and leave the phone in a shirt pocket or hip clip.

Don't be too hard on yourself, what you forget, we can help with and the next thing you know, you will master the art of your Roo and helping others.

[Maris]

Congratulations on your purchase. We loved our 23SS. People are always willing to help you at campgrounds if you ask. They love to share their knowledge. If you are not familiar with the electric brakes, have the dealer help you set up & adjust them before you leave the dealership. The video idea sounds great. We are getting a new trailer soon & we intend to do that for our PDI. Enjoy your 23SS. Ours was our first trailer too & we had no regrets. Trailer camping, but you can still enjoy the best of tent camping.

[Glindz233s]

We picked up our (first) new 233S last June and my wife was smart enough to take iPhone pics of during the walkthrough. I've used them several times.

Lots of good tips on this forum, too.

The kids enjoyed "camping" in the driveway the first night we had it home.

Happy Camping in 2015!

[Flybob]

As the dealer goes through the PDI on appliances, awning, plumbing ask if the manual for that appliance is in the delivery paperwork. Even if you can operate the appliance without the manual you will need it should you ever have a problem. If you are getting a WDH take a roll of colored plastic tape and use it to mark the link on the WDH chains that the dealer has set up.

[Truth B Towed]

ask about winterizing, dealer will charge about$80 if you take it to them, turns out to be a simple process if you can do it yourself.

[Jimandchris]

Congrats on your new 23ss! Hopefully the weather is nice enough that you'll be able to "play" with it in your driveway for a week or two before storage. Even if you're a seasoned camper, it's nice to review and actually work through the steps required to set up and take down your new home on wheels. It's a lot of info to try and absorb all at once during the pdi.
Before you know it, you'll be thinking of all the mod's you' want to do. Enjoy!

Don't forget about the second year warranty from FR for $150.

[1st timer]

Originally Posted by Jimandchris

Congrats on your new 23ss! Hopefully the weather is nice enough that you'll be able to "play" with it in your driveway for a week or two before storage. Even if you're a seasoned camper, it's nice to review and actually work through the steps required to set up and take down your new home on wheels. It's a lot of info to try and absorb all at once during the pdi.
Before you know it, you'll be thinking of all the mod's you' want to do. Enjoy!

Don't forget about the second year warranty from FR for $150.

I will definitely go for 2nd year warranty! Ya I hope the weather holds up. Glad it wasn't ready this weekend with all the ice in the pa/nj area! Would have been a tuff ride home from Ohio. Thanks!

[1st timer]

Originally Posted by Truth B Towed

ask about winterizing, dealer will charge about$80 if you take it to them, turns out to be a simple process if you can do it yourself.

Hoping they give me a good run down on winterizing I think I will take care of it myself. It has been cold out here already maybe they will winterize it for me before I leave? Doubt it but it be nice

[Velosprout]

Our dealership recorded the entire PDI and gave us a recording on a CD-R. I only have had to refer back to it once, but it's great to have.

[Dave Lyon]

Originally Posted by Velosprout

Our dealership recorded the entire PDI and gave us a recording on a CD-R. I only have had to refer back to it once, but it's great to have.

What a good idea. Sounds like great customer service.

[1st timer]

Originally Posted by Velosprout

Our dealership recorded the entire PDI and gave us a recording on a CD-R. I only have had to refer back to it once, but it's great to have.

Wow that's great! It would be nice of rvw does that. Made the appointment this morning. 11 am on Saturday. I hope the weather holds out.

[Big George]

1st time, spend a lot of time with the salesman, and the repair men, if you can camp their do so, that way you will find out very quickly how different things work, and can ask questions. next the roof is the most important part of the camper, the repair men will advise you on things that will keep the roof from having problems, listen carefully, also their are great products out their for roof maintenance, start as soon as you receive your camper. I also love slide out covers, they really make a big difference. Good luck and have lots of fun.

[Flashg_123]

RV Wholesalers has good walkthrough videos online for the Roos. Shows opening/closing the bunks, propane tanks, Jack's, water heater, all of the water & electric connections, all kinds of stuff. Search for them. I don't remember exactly where I found them when we bought (from rvw), but they are out there.
Congrats. We love our 233S.