In addition to maintenance, you should keep from storing your
vehicle in grassy areas for long periods of time. The stagnant,
moist air developed under the coach will speed up the corrosion
process. Always store your vehicle on pebble, concrete or asphalt.
Some components used by Gulf Stream and the chassis
manufacturer, by nature, will appear to be “rusty” or corroded on the
surface. These components are not required to be rust free for
normal operation. These components may include axle housings,
brake caliper housings, LP black pipe fittings, etc.
EFFECTS OF LONG TERM OCCUPANCY
Formaldehyde
If you notice an odor in your recreational vehicle – it could be
formaldehyde
Gulf Stream is an industry leader in reducing emissions of
formaldehyde from the products used in constructing its RV’s.
Formaldehyde is commonly found in nearly all homes and
buildings. It is a colorless gas that is released into the home from a
variety of indoor sources. Formaldehyde can be found in a variety
of everyday products in your home, such as:
• Household Products: cleaning solutions, dishwashing
liquids, fabric softeners, shoe-care agents, carpet
cleaning solutions, adhesives
• Personal Care Products: nail polish, cosmetics,
shampoos, antiperspirants
• Fabrics: clothing, linens, draperies
• Appliances: gas appliances, kerosene stoves
• Tobacco Products: cigarettes, cigars
• Building Materials: particleboard, plywood cabinets,
and wall and floor materials, wallpaper, some other
paper goods, paint coatings
As a result, recreational vehicles, mobile homes, manufactured
homes, new homes, and recently remodeled homes are more likely
to contain higher levels of formaldehyde. Over time, formaldehyde
goes away and the odors and the effects decrease or disappear.
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