You will find that you will need something to put whatever tools you decide to carry into something that is strong but light. Tools have weight and it does not take too many until you have added measurable weight to your rig. So here is a toolbox that works.Simple Tool Box
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| Simple Tool Box |
Now that we have a toolbox, lets see what needs to be in it.
A screwdriver Multi Screwdriver
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| Multi Screwdriver |
I chose one like above because it cut down on weight and space in my tool box. If you rather, you could buy two flat blades (one large, one small) and two Phillips screwdrivers a #2 and #1 or an additional size of your choice.
You will need a special set of screwdrivers for use with those pesky square headed screws that are used on the inside and the outside of the rig. These special square screwdrivers are shown below.
A set of basic pliers is next. You will need several types. Here is an example Basic Pliers
You will need a special set of screwdrivers for use with those pesky square headed screws that are used on the inside and the outside of the rig. These special square screwdrivers are shown below.
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| square screw drivers |
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| Basic Pliers |
You will also need several advanced pliers, such as the ones shown below.
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| Slip Joint Pliers Vice-Grip Pliers |
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| Vice-Grip Pliers |
You will need and use all the above pliers. It is just a matter of time. Next we move on to crescent wrenches.
#8 Crescent Wrench (8" Crescent Wrench )
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| 8" Crescent Wrench |
#10 inch Crescent Wrench (10 inch Crescent Wrench)
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| 10 inch Crescent Wrench |
Now for the special stuff. This is stuff you need but may not use monthly. I use this stuff as needed. The first is the torque wrench. This is used to check the lug nuts on the tires of the rig to make sure they are tighten to factory specifications. I use this before each trip to check the lug nuts on the tires. I have found that some of the wheel lug nuts do change.
3/8 inch Extension Bar Kit
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| 3/8 inch Extension Bar Kit |
The extension bar kit is used to get the torque wrench outside of the tire rim for a safer tightening of the lug nuts that hold the tires. You will also need a drive socket that fits your tires lug nuts and is made for a 3/8" drive.
If you have a Suburban water heater you will also need a breaker bar shown below, to remove the anode to check the anode as well as to replace the anode if needed.
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| 3/8" Breaker Bar Wrench |
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| Suburban Water Heater Anode |
You will also need a socket that fits the anode, along with the white plumber's tape
to prevent water leaking around the threads. I have always carried a spare Anode Rod just in case, you just never know when you will need one. Be sure to change the rod yearly.
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| Plumbers Tape |
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| Hex Key Set |
Of course a hammer is also a tool that should be carried
To see into those dark areas around the RV you will need a small but powerful flashlight.
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| Hammer |
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| Cree 7W Mini LED Flashlight |
One tool that I have that I really like is not really a tool but my multimeter. I can check to see if there is voltage what kind and how much. I can check for open and shorted wires as well as other things. I highly recommend one for your toolkit.
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| Multimeter |
Another tester that is handy and some people think it should be a mandatory basic tool is the AC voltage monitor. This shows what the park voltage is at any given time, (low voltage can damage your RV electrical system and electronics) and shows if the power pedestal is wired correctly if plugged into the pedestal before plugging in the RV. Note: "You may have to get a Short jumper [Dog Bone] from 30 or 50 amps to standard AC wall socket to test the pedestal." Meter is shown below.
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| AC Power Monitor |
The following is the tool I would not be without. The multi-tool. I carry this tool on my belt and I even bought the expansion kit for it. You just never know when you need a screwdriver or pliers to tighten or loosen something.
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| Multi-Tool |
I know someone will say, this is not all you need and will give me a list of stuff as long as my arm. Things like gorilla tape, super glue, black electrical tape, clear and white silicone caulk. I agree they are important and should be carried, but as I said earlier. This is the basic list and like American Express "I never go RVing with-out them"
Until next time.
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