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Old 09-16-2021, 02:55 PM   #1
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Trailer must have's !

Hi,



I'm so new to TT that i dont even have one yet, but we're working on it !



what are some of the " must have's " when TT camping ?



- surge protector
- water pressure regulator
- water filter



anything else ?



is what comes to my mind right now


cheers


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Hi,
I'm so new to TT that i dont even have one yet, but we're working on it !
what are some of the " must have's " when TT camping ?

- surge protector
- water pressure regulator
- water filter
anything else ?
is what comes to my mind right now
cheers
mike
- White Fresh Water Hoses 10-25+35 (use shortest possible to reduce sun heating)
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- Spare FILTER and Spare REGULATOR
- TOOLS: Basic Hammer, Rubber Mallet, Screwdriver Set, Channel Lock and Needle-Nose Pliers
- SPARE FUSE ASSORTMENT
- SIMPLE VOM VOLT METER (Optional 12v TEST LIGHT)
- Small roll ETERNABOND TAPE (10-25-FT?)
- DUCT TAPE & CLEAR SHIPPING TAPE
- MASKING TAPE (Easy temporary LABELS)
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Old 09-16-2021, 03:54 PM   #3
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Strongly consider an EPO or EMS unit instead of surge protector. They do cost more but you get much more protection. Hughes and Progressive Industries are very popular.

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https://www.progressiveindustries.net/

And a clear elbow is handy when dumping your black tank so you know when it's running clean. Link:

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A couple more fire extinguishers. I carry five.
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Twist on dump valve

Twist-on dump valve. Good insurance to have when you take your cap off...

https://www.amazon.com/Valterra-T58-...s%2C250&sr=8-5
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The correct tow vehicle for the TT and the correct hitch Best of luck and have fun!
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Various wood blocks for leveling trailer, etc. (I carry a variety of sizes and often use blocks for leveling the picnic table, grill, etc.) Chocks for the wheels. Extension cord. A fan for outside if it's warm, or the bugs are bad. Repair kit with tools, fuses, tape, an extra tarp, zip ties, spare bulbs, multimeter or test light. Extra water hose, or at least a hose repair kit. Make sure you have a lug wrench that fits the trailer wheels, and a way to jack it up in case you have a flat. Make sure to pack a good attitude and lots of flexibility!
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Make sure you also have a lug wrench that fits the spare tire holder. Mine are a different size than the ones on the axles.
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A lot of money.

ha ha ha ....

lucky for me i recently sold my

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Old 09-17-2021, 11:00 AM   #13
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thanks to everyone for all the great tips !


i'll surely have all thos items before my first trip... however i think i might need a bigger trailer tho


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The correct tow vehicle for the TT and the correct hitch Best of luck and have fun!

yes im working diligently on that, safety first !


thank you


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