As summer slowly crawls to an end, fall is not too far off. The mornings are getting cooler and the triple digits will no longer be lingering at Dumont. Before you know it, dune season will be here! The season generally starts mid to late October, depending on the weather and how anxious some duners get. Halloween weekend, Oct 27-28, is the official kickoff for the season and you'll want to make sure you are 100% ready. Here are a few pre-season tips for things that often get overlooked.
RVs/ Toyhaulers
Test batteries and check water levels. Also, check your connections and cables
Run your generator for 30+ minutes and check it under a load. Make sure it is charging your batteries.
Turn on your fridge and make sure it works under both 12V and propane
Inspect tires for cracks or separations and replace if needed. Drive your RV or pull your trailer around town 10+ miles at highway speeds and check afterward.
check trailer suspension shackles for excessive wear. Removal of a nut may be required to see if the holes are stretched
Check and top off propane levels. Inspect those hoses for leaks.
Check all bulbs and electrical items to make sure everything is working properly
Stock up on necessary pantry items. Don't forget TP & holding tank chemical!
Wash sheets/ blankets
Don't forget that RV TP!
ATV's, Side x Sides, and Motorcycles
Test/ replace battery
clean air filter
fresh oil change and check all fluids
check and/or replace drive chains/sprockets or belt (RZR)
check and/or replace brake pads
Make sure all sand tires hold air. Air them up and recheck them after a few days. Add tire sealer if needed.
Make sure registration is up to date and you have a good flag ready to mount.
Check all lights. Don't get popped for a ticket at night for inoperative lights.
Polaris RZR battery upgrade
Sandcars
Test/replace battery. Is it fresh and good to go for the season?
fresh oil change
clean and oil air filter
repack CVs
check (& change?) transmission fluid
bolt check entire car
check for oil or coolant leaks
inspect hoses and belts
check coolant level and fan operation
check brake fluid level and pads
check clutch operation
check shifter & linkage
check all lights
check tires and add sealer if needed
replace worn heims
inspect frame for cracks
verify current sticker or registration and you have a good flag ready to mount
Trans Fluid for Some Transaxles
Other Items Not to Forget About
Season pass. Passes will be available late-September. Call the BLM at 760-252-6000 to order or visit a participating dealer. Season passes are not available at Dumont.
Flags for all toys
stock up on firewood
beer
Don't Get Stuck!