RV NEWBIE: ✅ SETUP CHECKLIST (KYD)

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When we’re between seasons, it’s the perfect time to focus on creating highly requested videos. Now that we have over 100,000 miles of RVing experience, it was time to update our RV Setup video. This video covers the RV basics of setting up in an RV site, but it’s not designed to cover every detail. Rather, we wanted to draw attention to the required steps that must be done in order to set up safely. 

**This checklist is designed for a travel trailer and may not be complete for your rig. Your RV may have other steps necessary to ensure the safety of you and your equipment.

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[gdibenedetto]

Finally an RV channel where the person is knowledgeable. And it's not annoying to watch you and your wife. As a matter of fact I have all of your videos on autoplay your family is adorable especially your son . You really put on a great presentation kept my attention the whole time even the gross weight video

[MrJrnyfan]

Great information. Thank you for sharing. I did my first voyage last week. I thought I was prepared. Needless to say, I wasn't. Here are the things I needed (and perhaps you can incorporate on your list).
Tools.
1.1/4- 1" combination wrenches
2. Channel lock pliers
3. Standard and Phillips screwdrivers
4. The all-important vise grips.
5. Teflon tape
6. Duct tape
7. Box of fuses
Ensure your propane tanks are full.
Ensure you have ALL of your keys needed to open all doors and locks. (I ended up color coding mine as I have 9 keys) BRING the spare and stow it in the tow vehicle.
Consider a portable Macerator pump. Amazon has the whole kit. by Kitvance e.g
Ensure your tires are inflated properly.
Consider trail cameras and place them around your camper.
I am rolling in a 2016 Airstream Bambi. Love it.

Happy Camping

[bryanvangyzen]

One thing my wife and I learned early on is laundry management. Especially towels. We spend our time camping at the beach. With 4 kids and a pool at the clubhouse, we couldn’t keep dry towels. My wife went to a Norwex party and ordered some of their kitchen cloths. Some amazing products if you have never seen them. We keep several of the enviro-cloths with us in the camper. No need for cleaning chemicals and they have silver made in them so they kill germs and don’t sour in 2 days. We also ordered the bath towels. They are micro fiber but nothing like the typical stuff. You can use it and hang it up inside and it’s completely dry the next day. They can be used for weeks without the need to wash them. Something you certainly can’t do with an ordinary towel. They are also easier to pack. I’m not a salesman but I’m completely sold on the benefits of the products we have. We both love the videos. We’re hoping you head east. North Carolina has some beautiful scenery from one end to the other.

[_iLLuSiv_]

From a brand new RV'er, one that picks our first RV travel trailer up today no less. I appreciate the effort you guys put in to make these videos, many thanks. I look forward to our mini getaways to go as smooth as possible...

[randomfilmmakers]

I'm a young adult who's looking into buying my first travel trailer and I can't thank you enough for your videos. They are preparing me for the future! Keep up the good work. Y'all are amazing!

[Terryblount]

Wow... I watched the whole video and realized that I don't do any of that. I Just pull into a rest atop or wherever and kick back and chill.
I've posted several videos on RV tips. Like doubling your fresh water and propane capacity. And the best prices on RV essential tools.

But this couple knows how to set up for extended stay.

I'll only hook into electricity if I'm going to run the ac. I suppose that bugging out quickly is more important to me.

[TravelswithYoly]

I used to have trouble backing our large deck boat down our very narrow and steep driveway from the road, it's also long and curvy. This was about 28 years ago. At the time I had a 70 year old neighbor who was the neighborhood guru of sorts. Talking to him one day I mentioned the difficulty I was having and he flat told me that he could solve my problem for me. Naturally, I was all ears ! He said that when backing up I should go as slow as I possibly could and then cut that speed in half ! Danged if he wasn't right. I quickly mastered his technique and never had a problem backing anything up again including the 4 travel trailers that we've owned :-)

[OffroadGirl]

I have a Class A and I'm not a newbie, and yet I watched the whole video. Love you guys! Great advice about taking things slowly and being methodical, even if you feel like you can set up in your sleep. I think that people who are new to this think they're taking too long and other campers are watching them, but they won't really care about watching you until you open your slide out into a tree or rip your awning off. Just take your time and it will always go well. Take lots of extra time when dumping, because it's easy to forget steps and the results can be pretty crappy.

[dericktyler]

Even as an “experienced” RVer these videos are definitely beneficial. You never stop learning and finding out good ways of setting up or traveling. You guys are great!!

[Dr.DeHicks]

Nice job. I don’t even own an RV but binge watch your videos for fun. Well done.

[karlpiehl]

Great video! One recommendation for you. Before you plug your electric plug in, shut the breaker to the off position on the power source. This prevents the plug from sparking if you have anything on in the RV. Over time the sparking will damage the plug where it won't make good contact and will have to be replaced. It is also a good idea to turn the power off before you pull your plug out for the same reason. I am a Park host at Inks Lake State Park in central Texas. A Park Host checks these plugs every month and will replace a lot of plugs for this reason.

[DrivinandVibin]

Love that checklist! Lots of RV Newbies out there 😍👋 We had to learn these the hard way 😜

[usmcmech]

I created a measuring stick for the slide clearance out of a wooden broomstick. Just buy a cheap one and cut it off with 3-4" space on the outside of the slide. I also marked the hitch heights for hooking up quickly. It sits in our "hitching/setting up" storage compartment along with cables hoses, and chocks.

[oliviawilson]

I'm 3 years late, but this has been SO informative for newbies!!! Thank you!

[SammieSea]

BAHAHAHAH "This is my dream, cause usually Dad is standing around for half an hour going "Trish, is it level?" - That kid is hilarious

[dougallen]

As a professional pilot, a checklist is very valuable. Sure makes things complete and safe.

[bertadelaudebri]

Best RV setup checklist on YouTube; got all the essentials!

[alanrobisonPD]

Love your personalities, you guys kill me. Thanks for all the info, regardless of how many years you’ve been camping, reminders always help.

This is Alan, GREETINGS from Riverside in Southern California.

[WeVentureTogether]

We learn so so much from you guys! Here are a few other tips this humble newbie might contribute:
1- Walkie-talkies are great for backing up, when cell phone coverage is not available!
2- On a motorhome, make sure a window is open to relieve air pressure before you put out/in your slides! (Not as common an issue in trailers because often your door will be open as shown in your video. But on motorhomes, it's not uncommon to pull in, level, and put out slides immediately, without opening the doors up. So the air pressure when using slides can damage windows and seals.)
Hope this helps someone else! See you on the road in early 2019 when we go full time!

[zachz]

When I dump my tanks, I usually dump the black tank first, and then I dump the gray tank. The idea behind that is that the "soapy shower water" rinses out the pipes from the black tank. I do still rinse like you're supposed to though.