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How to Take Care of a Tent Camper

Tent trailers, due to their versatility, are one of the most popular campers today. Also called a pop-up camper, a tent trailer consists of a box measuring slightly more than two feet deep and ranging in size from 8 feet to 23 feet in length. The roof of a tent trailer sits directly on top of the box for towing and then rises, via a crank, exposing tent-like sides. Tent campers are lightweight and can be towed by most vehicles with a hitch. To keep a tent trailer looking and functioning like new, it is vital that you maintain it before and after the camper is stored for winter.

Things You'll Need

  • Mild detergent
  • Bucket
  • 2 clean sponges
  • Degreaser
  • Garden hose
  • Car wax
  • Rags
  • Lemon juice
  • Soft wire brush
  • Spray-on water sealer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Mix mild detergent and water in a bucket. Soak a sponge in the soapy solution. Wash the outside box of the tent trailer using the sponge. Rinse the sponge regularly to keep it clean.

    • 2

      Locate black streaks on the outside of the box if there are any. Spray the streaks with degreaser. Wipe the streaks clean using a clean sponge.

    • 3

      Rinse the outside box with using clean water and a garden hose.

    • 4

      Apply car wax to the outside box using a clean rag. Allow the wax to dry. Remove the wax using a clean rag.

    • 5

      Clean the tent trailer's canvas, using a soft wire brush to remove dirt. Spray any areas containing mildew with lemon juice. Let the juice sit for 15 minutes, then wipe clean with mild detergent and a sponge. Allow the canvas to dry before continuing

    • 6

      Apply spray-on water sealer to the canvas, coating it generously. Allow 48 hours for the camper to dry thoroughly.

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