First-Timer's First Trip

[Drew Longshadow]

Howdy all,

I'm in the final preparation stages of my first long trip out west in the brand new Escape 19 F1, from Fort Worth, TX to AZ, with a departure date of January 27.

As the temps in N. Texas are forecast to be high twenties/low thirties overnight the first couple of days of the trip, I'm planning empty holding tanks until I reach Phoenix metro area. (warmer temps)

Here's my question: I'll only be stopping a rest/truck stops for sleep sessions and not cooking or other "camping activities." So, can I safely add 4 to 5 gallons to the black tank for bathroom necessities or am I better off keeping all tanks dry until I hit warmer conditions?

I'm leaning towards not temping fate and just leaving the tanks empty.

Also, any other tips for this first-timer are welcome.

TIA!

 

[Ron in BC]

Throw some RV antifreeze in the black tank and use as necessary. You can wash down with jugged water, no need to fill or flush with trailer fresh water. You can start using the fresh water system when you're in a warmer place.

Ron

 

[Drew Longshadow]

Throw some RV antifreeze in the black tank and use as necessary. You can wash down with jugged water, no need to fill or flush with trailer fresh water. You can start using the fresh water system when you're in a warmer place.

Ron

Thank you, Ron. Much appreciated.

 

[NE Texas Browns]

Ditto what Ron said! Very easy to do.

I had JUST sent you a message after seeing a post you made back in Dec. Just now seeing this, so you may not have time to answer my questions! We used to live in Washington state, would leave first part of January to go to Arizona, un-winterized when we got to Lake Meade. Have a wonderful trip!!