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Old 08-20-2014, 03:36 PM   #1
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Need help with XL purchase.

I am purchasing my 2015 XL 350TS in a couple of weeks. Help me, what am I missing. What do I need to add or get included in my purchase? Don't want to have a Geico moment...Oh, you didn't get that, everybody knows you need that. Am excited to get on the road but anxious about what I don't know.
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Old 08-20-2014, 04:09 PM   #2
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The only thing I wish I would have negotiated a deal on a tow bar and base plate to tow a car or a tow dolly if you go that way. But you may consider a quick connect propane connection for a grill. If they have a store you may be able to work a discount for a surge protector. I am sure others will have suggestions. Good Luck!!
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Old 08-20-2014, 04:13 PM   #3
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Max air II covers over every roof vents.....
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Old 08-20-2014, 06:29 PM   #4
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Adapters for 30 amp (dog bone) and 15 amp power connections.
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Old 08-20-2014, 07:11 PM   #5
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X2 on the air covers and the power adapters.
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Old 08-20-2014, 07:41 PM   #6
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Quality sewer hoses...the freebies that the dealer gives you are a joke
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Old 08-20-2014, 08:22 PM   #7
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Max air II covers over every roof vents.....
x3 put them on every vent
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Old 08-20-2014, 09:37 PM   #8
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Thanks for the suggestions please keep them coming
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Old 08-21-2014, 01:32 AM   #9
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Thanks for the suggestions please keep them coming
howdy: we have a 378 MH, like they said the sewer hoses are not good, give them to the kids to play with in sand box,3 max air roof vents are great I leave my vents open all the time even if it rain. You might want to buy a 30 or 50 amp extension cord to plug into house just easier, always carry extra oil for motor, hydraulic oil for pump just in case. Hide extra keys to MH outside of your choice. Other than that have a good time and you will adjust to your liking as you go hope this helps........... Pete
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Old 08-21-2014, 06:43 AM   #10
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I would have a surge guard hard wired in. I wish I would have gotten the Max air II covers.
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Old 08-21-2014, 01:58 PM   #11
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Hardwired surge guard (we have the progressive industries one. worth every penny)
Rhino sewer hose (also worth every penny)
some sort of track to angle sewer house downhill (camco has one that folds)
maxx air covers (we have fantastic fans too, they are EXCELLENT at moving air)
Rubber wheel chocks from harbor freight (cheap and handy)
Dogbones 50a to 30a and 50a to 15a
folding ladder (awesome for washing bugs off windows at campground)
tool kit (harbor freight is a nice cheap place if you don't have an extra a home already)
jack pads (we have hosspads, recycled tire material)
leveling blocks (the lego kind, lynx levelers is what we have)
we also purchased a stabilizer for the stairs, helps keep them from bouncing around when extended (2 sizes, from camco)

Okay, I could go on for days, but these are what we use regularly.
Have fun with the new MH!

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Old 08-25-2014, 09:40 AM   #12
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Thanks for the Help

Thanks for all the suggestions.
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Old 08-25-2014, 12:51 PM   #13
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Speaking of extra keys, make sure you get an extra set to the RV and the lock key for the engine hood and the steps to access the battery and service area. Dealer will only give one set if you don't ask. Also, you may want to try to get the dealer to pay for the registration tags if you are going with new plates, worked for me to the tune of $240.
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Old 08-25-2014, 04:27 PM   #14
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Toilet paper...

TP is essential.
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Old 08-25-2014, 08:31 PM   #15
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Just out of curiosity, what do the Max air covers do for you?
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Old 08-25-2014, 08:42 PM   #16
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We had the Max air covers installed over the factory roof vents before we took delivery. They serve a few purposes.

The factory crank up vents cannot withstand the wind pressure of driving down the highway if you forget to close them as part of your departure checklist. They're flimsy plastic and usually only have the crank arm in the center of the vent, and will split the vent cover as it wobbles while travelling.

Also, with Max air covers, we can leave the vents open 24/7 all year long. No rain or snow or real dirt can get inside because of the mesh screens on the factory vent AND the Max air.

BTW........just like everything, the Max air II's provide more air circulation than the originals, but either model is better than none at all.
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Old 08-25-2014, 09:53 PM   #17
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Maxx air covers (#1)
Clear sewer connector ( so you can see when its clean)
Extra hose for the black tank washer.
Folding adjustable step.

Enjoy your new GT
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Old 08-26-2014, 07:28 AM   #18
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Sounds Like Max Airs are important

Sounds Like Max Airs are important. Thanks for the tips
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Old 08-27-2014, 12:31 AM   #19
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I also use a little giant ladder it fits in basement real well.alot of neat stuff out there. Have fun. Pete
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Old 08-27-2014, 02:34 AM   #20
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x3 put them on every vent
x4 pocket change and a 10 minute job for them.
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