What do I need to buy before picking up new unit?

[Ford Idaho]

Insurance and a bag of pop corn, everything else is optional.

[Maggiewaggie]

Ha...camping World gave me a $15 gift card to spend in their store. It was hard to find anything in there for that or less!

[dwebster]

When we bought our latest unit the dealer had a starter kit. He also gives us a 10% discount on all RV supplies.
Even without the discounts his prices are competitive. I feel really lucky to have a dealer that works with us. I will always recommend International RV World in Bay City, Michigan

[cwc510117]

Terry town gave me a sewer hose when I picked up my coachman a month ago and a discount offer in the store.


2017 Brookstone 395RL
Chardon OH

[WpgCouple]

Aside from all the basic necessities from all the above readers, I suggest that you measure all of your cupboards.
Then go and buy "Rubbermaid " totes and store everything in them. This will prevent items from being scattered everywhere. It also helps when clearing out the trailer at seasons end. It also makes it easier to find things when you need them.

Good luck with your new "home away from home ".

[Sloopie1]

How 'bout (since no one has suggested this yet).....a pair of good folding outdoor chairs to sit around the campfire in? To that you might add one of the "outdoor rugs" - these come in so very handy especially if you don't have a concrete pad where your picnic table is and...they come with a door mat so that you don't track the out-of-doors into your new rig. You might also consider a tablecloth for the picnic table. We got ours at Wally World. The ones you pick up at the dealerships are usually very thin and will tear after the first few uses. Don't forget the tablecloth hold downs while you're there. Standard picnic table is 52x70. And, if you want to "splurge", some lights to string along your awning (don't forget the hangers for these) are nice at night, but stay away from white lights as the bugs are drawn to them. Sticks for roasting marshmallows, box of graham crackers, pack of Hershey Bars, and a bag of Marshmallows. Some fire starter sticks. Some extension cords. A clock (I know, you're on vacation but it comes in handy for check-out deadlines at the campgrounds). Good Sam or Passport America membership (or both). And, most importantly, go to the Dollar Tree or Dollar Store & pick up 4-5 of the disposable ponchos to keep inside. These are especially helpful if setting up or breaking down in the rain. But most of all, have FUN and enjoy yourselves. And BTW, welcome to the forum!

[TheRowlands]

Y'all are awesome! These are great tips. I don't plan to have absolutely everything I will need / want. I would prefer to figure some of that out on our own. I just need to have what's needed for a couple nights of test camping. We will have plenty of time to figure out the rest. I plan to get good sewer and water connection and if I can swing it, and the surge protector (will upgrade later). I also need to buy a table cloth. Thanks for that. Chairs and s'mores are already accounted for.

[meopm1]

Have never seen an RV / TT Dealer yet that did not include a basic starter kit.
Spend your first trip in a Walmart parking lot, It's free, open 24 hrs so you can get what you forgot and always some great people watching

[Fairenatic]

I do not think anyone mentioned a torque wrench.

Lugs should be re torqued every 10/20/50 miles the first time out to your specified torque requirements. They should be checked before every trip after that.

[Wheels Down]

Fairenatic (quoted)
"Lugs should be re torqued every 10/20/50 miles the first time out to your specified torque requirements. They should be checked before every trip after that."

Speaking of:
https://www.etrailer.com/question-75604.html

A helpful guide.

RMc

[gspot01]

I picked up my new TT three days ago, and the dealer included absolutely nothing. Instead they gave me a $50 gift card to their store with which I was able to purchase exactly three items:

1. A locking hitch pin
2. Those telescoping tennis balls that help you back up your truck and
3. A 15a-30a adapter.

Luckily, I had gone online to Amazon the previous week and ordered most of what has previously been mentioned, because I did my homework like you are!

I would add: a tpms, but these are expensive. I think mine was close to $300. Probably cheaper than a blowout though.

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[timfromma]

I made a list of everything I wanted to buy then went to Amazon and got a list of how much each item would cost there. I then went to my local RV dealer and bought everything on the list that was cheaper than Amazon then placed my order for the rest.

[jeepin1]

Just a note on that torque wrench- make sure you release all tension on it when in storage, I mean take the torque to zero for storage.

[Iwritecode]

Nobody has mentioned it yet but a square-head screwdriver comes in incredibly handy. Many trailers don't use "regular" screws on the cabinet hinges or the heating vents.

http://www.amazon.com/products-009-Q.../dp/B00MJUVXE6

[2016251RKS]

Zero torque? Never heard of this, nor done it with any trailers in the past decades...why would this be done?
Or...release the torque setting wrench?

[jason_sos]

Originally Posted by TheRowlands

Thanks for the responses so far. I've got a pretty good shopping list going. I'll probably just buy most of it. If I don't need it, at least I'll have backups. As far as the electrical testing items, can I just use a multimeter?

The multimeter is a great tool to have in your trailer tool box for troubleshooting other things, but I'd recommend getting one of these and one of these to test the outlet at the campground before you plug in. That way you know for sure that it's wired right.

Also, I'd highly recommend the Progressive Industries EMS units. I did the hardwired version, and it wasn't hard at all. I like having the little display that tells me the current voltage, current draw, etc.

[blwnsmoke]

Originally Posted by TheRowlands

I asked in an email, and their response was "We will review anything you might need while you are here, it’s part of your orientation." I'm hoping they will include them, but if not, I don't want to be stuck buying them at the dealership. At this point I don't have any leverage, as I have put a sizeable deposit on the purchase.

Corey told me (which I got) that they include a starter kit with all purchases.

It included a sewer hose (junk), water hose, toilet paper, toilet chemical, 50 to 30 amp adapter, a 30 to 15amp adapter, water lressure regulator and hose adapter for winterizing.

He was also giving any parts/accessories needed at cost if it was tied into the camper purchase (not separate).

[rockfordroo]

Originally Posted by 2016251RKS

Zero torque? Never heard of this, nor done it with any trailers in the past decades...why would this be done?
Or...release the torque setting wrench?

Yes. Take the torque wrench setting back to zero after use.

[bareftn]

Originally Posted by TheRowlands

I asked in an email, and their response was "We will review anything you might need while you are here, it’s part of your orientation." I'm hoping they will include them, but if not, I don't want to be stuck buying them at the dealership. At this point I don't have any leverage, as I have put a sizeable deposit on the purchase.

You sent a e-mail? I would call put them on the spot in a yes or no answer, why is people are so afraid to talk on the phone with all this email and texting

[TheRowlands]

I have no problem calling. I had some other questions as well, and they came up Sunday evening. I emailed while I had was thinking about it. It's not really urgent enough to need to put them on the spot. I was just hoping for, and thankfully received, some feedback to everyone here who have already been there.