RV Gear You'll ACTUALLY Use! 40 Must-Have Accessories & Mods

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00:00 Introduction
00:28 Wacko AC Silencer
02:36 Obie Nets
05:16 Portable Refrigerator
06:25 Macerator
06:57 Screens for Vent Covers
07:45 TPMS
08:34 Water Pressure Regulator
10:28 Sewer Accessories
11:30 Telescoping Ladder
12:41 Collapsible Bucket
13:26 RV Mattress
15:10 RV GPS
16:32 SnapPads
17:02 Ladder Bike Rack
17:44 Nano Tape
18:52 LED Lights
19:29 Roll-Out Drying Rack
20:29 Shelf Liner
21:49 Microfiber Towels
23:02 Hose Quick Connects
23:55 Temp Sensors
24:50 RV Size Appliances
25:29 Expandable Racks
26:20 Rope Baskets
27:16 RV Thermostat
29:02 12v Maxxair RV Fans
31:26 Ebikes
32:00 Berkey Water Filter System
32:53 Tank Top Hangers
33:36 Stow & Go
34:39 Shower Foot Rest
35:33 Fridge Bins!
37:44 Command Broom Holder
39:02 Fruit & Veggie Storage Containers
40:00 Softstart RV
42:00 Level Mate Pro

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🏔 Originally from Colorado, we dreamed of living a travel and adventure lifestyle but stuck in a 9-5 grind, we had no clue how we would break out of the mold. In 2017 we bought our first RV and it all changed!

[CurlyCorry]

I just want to comment on the idea of leaving things on counters while travelling. Though you think having your instant pot sitting on the counter on top of shelf liner will sit there.... if something happens, the last thing you want is having an appliance flying around the unit. ALWAYS put your unsecured items away, not sitting on the counter. I don't care how well you drive, you can't predict sudden stops or accidents.

[KlondikeGroup]

I bought a travel trailer almost a month ago and have had it in storage the whole time. I have watched every single YouTube video I could find on what I need to get started on using the RV. I finally just bit the bullet, bought a surge protector, a sewer hose with clear elbow, a water regulator and a water hose. I will figure out the rest later. I just finished setting up the RV for the first time, so very excited for the next stage of my life. It's so easy to get overloaded with all that you think you need first! I watched one of your videos that said to just do it, so I did! Thanks for all the great videos, I will be picking up some of the other cool items you have shown here for sure! Will be getting the AC silencer ASAP!

[rolfholt]

2 more things...
1. A refrigerator/freezer temperature monitor with alarm
2. Rechargeable fly zapper. Must have!

[miketaylor]

I just wanted to comment on the snap on connection to the water filter. Excellent tip! However I would recommend placing a 90° brass elbow to your water fill on the RV. That way your eliminating stress on the plastic connection point by creating a vertical connection. Thanks

[TheRealdal]

Make sure Dakota’s bed has enough support and cushioning. He may have started doing that because he is not comfortable during the night. My dog did the same when his foam was bottoming out in his bed after laying in it after awhile.

[Arnie-cn]

Some of these things are good to have.
Amongst the RV tools I carry I have added a rare earth magnet.
It came in use for resetting the temperature relay on our fridge. When I was pressure washing the RV exterior while the fridge was running water got into the enclosure and tripped the relay not allowing it to run on A/C or propane. Only way to reset was running a magnet across the relay.
Another use was last weekend for my brother's brand new RV. The solenoid failed on his propane valve to the fridge. Removed the solenoid and he used the magnet a few times a day to open the valve to cool the fridge (multiple dealers 30 minutes away and none had a solenoid in stock).

[judyross]

I am moving from a 2500 sq. ft. home to a Forest River Cottage Creek 40CFK2 destination trailer (equivalent to a Park Model). I've already done my traveling, so this rig won't move at least while I'm still alive.

I had to google "Moochdocking" only to discover that is what I'm going to be doing once we set this tiny home up on its own parking pad 5 feet away (once the slides are extended) from my son's house in South Carolina. I live in Washington State now. I will be hooked up to all of his utilities: septic, power, propane, and electric. I plan to give them $1K a month to help with their expenses on my behalf. I am paying for the concrete pad, the trailer, the deck, etc. but they are going to buy it because I want them to own it so there is no hassle about inheritance when I die.

At some point discuss with us RV insurance and what you've learned about the various kinds, even for stationary units, and what to look out for.

Also, what do you know about blocking and if you do that when you go back to your "permanent" home for any length of time.

All of your tips are helpful, but I just love the idea of a tank top holder which will fit in my closet perfectly because one of the closets stores things cross-wise (with the rod going front to back). I also found a swivel shoe holder that will fit (that you don't mention.)

My destination trailer will have a deck with a ramp and there will be an awing over both the deck and an additional awning over the patio that will be next to/below the "seating slide" with the dining table and two recliners. Your tip in another video about "Always closing the awnings" when you leave was also very spot on so I'm taking note.

I chose my unit because of the front kitchen set up (I'll look out into a forest) as the layout is most like how I live in my big house now, and although I will have a "Murphy pantry" behind the TV, it's about 1/4 the space I have now. I will have to net out my spices, so wall-mounted spice racks will probably be the best solution installed on either side of the stovetop. What do you use and why did you choose that vs. something else? Would you use the same method again?

I use an induction cooktop now and have an induction single burner I plan to take with me. Although I have a propane stove and oven in the RV, for cooking for myself and because I already have copper pans that work on an induction stove, I may, at times, just use the single burner on the island to cook. I recall you switched out your cooktop for induction. What made you do that? Also, I notice that you removed your oven and put storage in its place. Would you do that again in hindsight?

Do you have a video on safety devices? I realize that isn't an issue for you, Ben, and your young kids, but if you hobnob with older travelers, you might realize that seniors do. How do they install grab bars, safety rails, and such in their RVs? I traveled with 4 kids in a 14 ft. travel trailer 50 years ago, but I am now almost 80, and try as I may, could not get Forest River to install grab bars in my shower in my Cottage Creek 40CFK2. I've seen suction cup grab bars and even read that adding glycerin to the cups makes them stick better (this tip would work on your leg-shaving footrest) but a video on recommendations for safety devices would make RVing for old people a better experience would be something I would watch with great interest.

Anyway, to expand your request for tips for those of us who are living now or going to be living in a stationary RV, and especially some safety tips that would help seniors, I'm all eyes and ears.

[harryduncan]

Suggestion, I keep a spray bottle with 90% rubbing alcohol in the bay where I keep sewer accessories. When I start to put things away I spray connections and my rubber gloves as a precaution for the next time I use them.

[elayned]

I live in a mobile home/trailer, it’s stationary and some of these ideas are great for me ❤ thanks 😊

[wiley]

As a retired truck driver, I used the garmin 700 OTR, it can be used for semi trucks, RV's, or a car, I swear by garmin, it has saved my butt many times.

[marcydobbs]

We're planning to change from 5th wheel to Class C. That means we'll buy gently used which will need updates. Loved seeing some products that we know we'll need to upgrade. Thank you.

[mrtaktiks]

Pretty dog. We have four dogs which makes sleeping optional. Screens also keep out mice. TPMS a must.Collapsible ladder (not cheap but worth it). Stainless hose quick connects. We avoid RV or city-connect water for drinking, making ice, even brushing teeth, and pooches, because even the better filters can still be bacteria-breached. Instead got Wal-Mart Primo hot/cold water dispenser. Level mate: +.
Gotta have: Electronic bidet (Toto). I also upgraded the suspension to minimize body roll. Gorilla bags and 1" diameter sway bar (big job: drill frame, order custom u-bolts). Big difference. Use a pre inspection border patrol-like undercarriage mirror with light. Upgraded battery bank to Lithium. Fashioned a slide out drawer. Onboard battery tender for coach battery. LED headlights/taillights. High decibel horn--defense, not offense. Keypad entry. Gas struts wherever possible. Hand/glove sanitizer dispenser at waste station. Dehumidifier. Oil circulating supplemental heater. Remote propane monitor. Onan generator resonator to reduce exhaust note (works). Wind detector automatic awning reel. Upgraded sound system. Security cameras. Exterior motion lighting or at least head band lights. Could not keep carpeting clean enough with dogs so I installed Pergo-like flooring over floor heat elements. Retractable shore station cable. Small bin mounted pressure washer with a retractable hose. Motion entry step lights. Dedicated tool array.
Swore off fast food.
Good job on video. One thing, you used "actually" 350 X's .😮 Basically, literally. What, no cornrows?

[joshparks]

New RV owner here and I’m looking forward to trying a lot of these items out! Thank you for the amazing videos

[esthermcgough]

Thank you I am a veteran. I love and respect every past, current, and future veteran that serves this United States for us all

[fischerjade]

Probably know this and is why you created this video but just in case you don't, you should be getting a small percentage of each sale. It would be nice if you had an Amazon store so we could just go to that store to get any of these great accessories, you will also make money for each product sold. You have invested time and money to bring these products to us you deserve to get a kick back for this.

[JonnieShipbaugh-dcwk]

I have just purchased my first travel trailer for RV life and this video was very helpful. I have watched several of your other videos with more to come and they too have been very helpful. You are doing a real service to many. Thank you.😅

[margaretpare]

My daughter made a fridge bin for sandwichs.everything is in there. Bread, mayo, lunch meat. Cheeses whatever you us

[wesalexander]

VERY valuable and worthwhile video, Charity, thank you! We have used a lot of the same products that you reviewed in this video, many I would say are RV essentials! It's amazing how LOUD RV air conditioners can be. Our current coach, a Class A diesel pusher, isn't too bad, but the previous coach was horrendous, when the AC units came on it was like a freight train was sitting on the roof, any conversations had to be at a pretty high decibel! Still, the current one could be quieter, we will have to look into the product you reviewed to quiet them down. I too use the same adjustable water pressure regulator. But I have a story about that. Once when we were camping in St. Augustine, and I hooked up the regulator I discovered that we had no water in the coach when all around us did. Thinking there was something wrong with the water supply to our campsite, we contacted the management. They came out and said "No the water is fine, your regulator is defective!". I didn't think that was the case, so when the nice gentleman left, I hooked it back up and - no water. Mmm. I played around with the adjustment and, voila, water! Somehow, someone (me?) had cranked it all the way down the last time it was used. So embarrassing! So, there you have it. My RV'ing lessons are either A) expensive or B) embarrassing. Sometimes both. Thank you so much!

[lianatrombley]

Microfiber Towels - I bought two sets of 3 piece (bath, hand and wash cloth) towels and love them! They dry fast, are not heavy. I hang my hand towel by the loop that’s included. I added a 3M hook over my sink, so the hand towel cannot slip onto the floor after use.

[AcornHillHomestead]

Nano tape YES!!! Love this. I have a few things at the sink like a pottery sponge holder and its held strong for 2 years. Same with button tap lights stay put too. I love those rolling sink racks. They are also great to dry things on the counter. I bought one for my home as well.