The ultimate list for new or returning RV owners, so you know you have EVERYTHING covered when you buy your RV! I've used over 5 years of my own experience in the industry, plus all the experiences of my clients to compile this list, so you can see e...
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Safety/Levelling
Electrical
Water System
Kitchen
Outdoor
Cleaning/Maintenance
Safety/Levelling
Upgrades and little add-ons that will make your life with an RV so much easier, and safer.
The most popular levelling blocks for my clients!
Lynx RV Leveler Blocks with Nylon Case (10)
Snap-Pads for your auto-level system! Make sure to measure first, but these are a MUST have if you have auto-level.
SnapPad Xtra RV Leveling Jack Pad 9in (6-Pack)
Wheel locks for dual axle trailers!
PAULINN Camper RV Wheel Chock Stabilizer 2 Sets
Wheel chocks to prevent your travel trailer or motorhome from rolling.
4 Pack Heavy Duty Solid Rubber Wheel Chock
These are similar to the Lynx levelling blocks, but with the benefit of adding stability. Great for already level sites or just your front power jack if you have a travel trailer.
ANDERSEN HITCHES Trailer Jack Blocks 2-Pack
Keep this in your truck/SUV/RV in case of emergencies! If you decide to make your own, check out my truck essentials list
Thrive Roadside Emergency Car Kit w/Jumper Cables & Mini First Aid
Electrical
The electrical system in your RV requires a little more care than the one in your house, here's how!
MUST HAVE for any RV! This could save you THOUSANDS if your campsite has a power surge or a bad power pole (which happens quite often).
Hughes Power Watchdog PWD50W 50A RV Surge Protector WiFi Bluetooth IP65
The same idea as the power watchdog, but for 30A RVs instead of 50A rvs!
A cable lock to secure your surge protector, since they get stolen pretty often at campgrounds!
Master Lock Python Adjustable Locking Cable 6ft
This will adapt your 30A plug to a 15A (household) plug, so you can plug your rv in at your house.
Camco Heavy Duty RV PowerGrip Adapter 15M/30F
This will adapt your 50A RV plug to a 30A plug so that you can plug into a 30A power pole or adapt it to 15A for home use!
CAMCO RV Dogbone Adapter 30A Male to 50A Female
30A extension cord, since your stock electrical cable might not always be long enough!
Camco PowerGrip 30A RV Extension Cord 25ft
50A extension cord, since your stock electrical cable might not always be long enough!
Camco 25ft PowerGrip Cord w/ 50M/50F Adapter
Huge upgrade for your air conditioner, especially if you're running it off of an inverter + batteries.
EasyStart™ Soft Starters Direct from the Manufacturer
Water System
Everything you might need to take care of the water system in your RV! It might seem daunting at first but with a little research and the right products it'll be a breeze.
This works even better than a black tank flush! Use it to keep your RV sewer connections and black tank in great working condition.
Camco Rhino Blaster RV Tank Rinser 39080
RV black tank treatment is a must have, and this is the best one out there!
A must upgrade item if your RV doesn't already have shutoff valves at every fixture!
1/2-in Brass Pex Ball Valve, 2-Pack, White T-handle
Must have for dealing with pex in your RV! You'll need this eventually.
iCrimp Ratchet PEX Cinch Tool w/ Clamps & Cutter
Must have for filling your freshwater tank or hooking up to city water!
Camco EvoFlex2 25-ft RV Drinking Water Hose
A simple water pressure regulator, but this is VITAL to protect your RV plumbing!
Camco Brass RV Water Pressure Regulator 40-50 PSI
A high quality sewer hose, up to 20' long or you can split it in two to use it as a 10' hose, plus a 90-degree clear fitting so you can see when your tanks are done draining!
Valterra D04-0275 Dominator Sewer Hose Kit - 20'
Kitchen
Everything you need in your RV kitchen to have a great cooking experience while still saving *very* precious space!
Lightweight, non-stick, nesting cookware so you can fit all your pots and pans in one cabinet! Space is so valuable in an RV, so minimizing the amount of space your kitchen ware takes up is vital.
T-fal Ingenio Essentials 11-Piece Cookware Set
A different colour option!
T-FAL Ingenio Essentials 11-Piece Cookware
Here's a stainless steel set if you'd prefer that over non-stick!
Camco 43921 10 Pc Nesting Stainless Steel Cookware
A collapsible dish drying rack! Must have for washing dishes in your RV
Collapsible Dish Rack & Drainboard Set
Collapsible food storage containers, another must have to keep space in your RV!
