You may already know that a Recreational Vehicle, also known as an R.V., needs to be winterized
before being put away for the season, but finding the right antifreeze for the job can sometimes be a challenge.
Hi, I m Jason, and I'm one of the counter quarter backs here at Gregg Distributors.
And on today s Gear up With Gregg's, we re discussing Recochem's line of R.V. antifreeze
and how it keeps your investment from freezing solid.
After your last camping trip of the year, it s time to winterize your R.V.
This is essential in order to prevent water lines from freezing and bursting as the R.V. is in storage over winter.
Failure to do so will likely result in plumbing or electrical problems when you want to take your first trip of the spring!
To make sure you are ready for next years camping season, let's walk you through the basics of R.V. Antifreeze.
Contrary to popular belief, R.V. antifreeze is actually designed to freeze!
Well, sort of. . .
This chemical solution will often become a slushy texture in colder temperatures,
but that s not a bad thing! This gelled mix has minimal expansion values,
so long as its used within the recommended temperature range.
That means you don t have to worry about burst pipes come spring.
Without winterizing your R.V., many components, including the plumbing system, can be damaged by freezing.
And, generally speaking, damages due to weather aren't covered by warranty!
That's why you need to find the right antifreeze before the chilly weather sets in.
And before you toss that automotive antifreeze into your lines, think again!
Automotive antifreeze is not designed, or recommended for seasonal cold storage protection. Why?
Well, first of all, automotive antifreeze is toxic, which means it will contaminate your water system.
Secondly, automotive antifreeze has additives or inhibitors that may not play nice with plastic tanks or rubber seals and hoses!
And, you wouldn t want to use R.V. antifreeze in a combustion engine s cooling system either,
since these chemical mixtures have very different ratios and additives,
and what might do wonders in your R.V. could wreck your engine s cooling system.
Unlike automotive antifreeze s ethylene glycol, the best R.V. antifreezes are propylene glycol based.
This non-toxic, non-flammable formula is the safest option for all types of R.V. plumbing and will not contaminate your water system.
Propylene glycol also has the added benefit of lubricating the seals in your faucets and toilets, extending their lifespan!
Now, if you re looking for the ideal R.V. Antifreeze, look no further than Recochem.
Recochem's specially-formulated R.V. Antifreeze line has burst protection down to -50 C
and is the perfect solution for winterizing your vehicles and equipment.
These ready-to-use formulas contain no salt brine, which means no corrosion on the metal components of your water system.
The types of Recochem s winterizing Antifreeze we carry here at Gregg's
are the Winterproof R.V. Antifreeze, the Econo Plumbing Antifreeze.
Winterproof is a premium, professional-grade formula that s ideal for winterizing cottages,
R.V.s, swimming pools, boats, and septic systems.
Just 2 to 3 jugs will protect your R.V. s water lines from freezing.
This low-odour, non-toxic formula is mild against metal, PVC, and all piping material. . . even copper!
Recochem s special blend of corrosion inhibitorshelp to save metal pipes or components from damage over time.
With Winterproof, you re providing your pipes with total water system protection.
The Econo Plumbing antifreeze has been formulated to protect and prevent freeze damage to drains and fresh water lines in
septic systems, boats, R.V.s, seasonal homes, and swimming pools.
This non-toxic formula is for use in plastic pipes only and, if used as directed, it is not harmful to the environment.
In general, plumbing antifreeze does not have a definite freeze point,
which means it can be affected by residual water diluting the mixture.
However, when used undiluted, it provides protection down to -50 degrees Celsius
and while it will turn thick and viscous when the temperature drops, it will NOT expand like water when it is frozen.
Now, we have a few pieces of advice when it comes to using winterizing antifreeze.
No matter what you re protecting, be sure to drain ALL of the water from your lines before adding antifreeze.
Leftover water in the lines will dilute the mixture and reduce your level of burst protection,
so be sure to follow the proper winterizing procedures for your particular application before introducing antifreeze.
Also, be sure to bring the product to room temperature before using it in your lines.
This is especially true if you've waited a bit too long to start the process and the antifreeze has been sitting in an unheated shed or garage.
Oh, and I almost forgot about a specialty winterizing product from Recochem,
specifically designed for the agricultural industry. . . their Premium Farm Sprayer antifreeze!
Despite its name, this antifreeze isn't just for winterizing sprayers, it's ideal for all farm equipment!
However, proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage all help to increase the reliability, performance, and lifespan of your equipment.
The formula of this sprayer antifreeze is non-toxic, safe for plastic and metal pipes, and is ready to use, no diluting necessary!
With this premium treatment, your sprayer will be ready for the cold weather,
and when spring arrives your start-up time will be much faster.
But if you have any questions about winterizing antifreeze, feel free to leave us a comment down below.
Or you can visit our website at greggdistributors.ca to find a phone number for your closest branch.
Again, I m Jason and thanks for keeping it Canadian with Gear up With Gregg's!