We've compiled a list of products that we purchased, use on a regular basis, and highly recommend to other RVers and would-be RVers. (Note: these links are Amazon affiliate links, meaning that if you purchase the product via the link, Amazon will toss us a few cents in loose change. Many digital nomads are using this as a way to generate a little extra income.) We've also briefly described what we use each product for and why we like it so much.
A disclaimer: We can only speak to what's worked well for our 29 foot Coachmen Freelander. Obviously, certain specific products (such as the RV cover) will not work for every type of rig. With RVs, one size does not fit all.
RV ELECTRONICS:
1. Progressive Industries EMS-PT30C Portable EMS RV Surge Protector - 30 Amp
- What it does: Protects our RV from a range of electrical issues and helps us monitor our amp draw so we know how close we are to our 30 amp limit.
- Why we like it: When selecting a camping site, we check the electric post with the surge protector BEFORE we set up everything else. This device lets us know everything is in working order and within acceptable limits. If not, we can select a new site before setting everything else up.
- What it does: Works as an extension cord for our RV.
- Why we like it: It allows us to park farther away from the electrical post if we need to find level ground, better shade, or a nice view.
- What it does: Allows us to hook our 30 amp RV to a 50 amp outlet.
- Why we like it: If the only site left is 50 amps, we could stay at that site. Also, sometimes the 50 amp outlet is in better condition than the 30 amp outlet on the same electric post. This device gives us a better chance of a good electrical hook-up.
- What it does: Allows us to hook up our 30 amp RV to a standard household outlet.
- Why we like it: If we park in someone's driveway for the night, we can still get electricity to the RV.
WATER AND SEWER GEAR:
1. Camco 43051 20' Sidewinder Plastic Sewer Hose Support
- What it does: Keeps the gray and black water moving in the right direction and prevents, well, stagnation...
- Why we like it: Flexible yet sturdy.
- What it does: Protects our hands while we deal with the sewage tanks.
- Why we like it: Because nobody wants to touch poop water or contaminate the entire family.
- What it does: Eliminates unseemly odors that emanate from the black tank.
- Why we like it: Because we'd rather not smell our toilet.
- What it does: Bifurcates a single water outlet.
- Why we like it: With this valve, we can hook up both a freshwater hose and a hose for washing or flushing the tanks.
- What it does: Helps clean/filter water from city water lines.
- Why we like it: Light, effective, easy to install, easy to store.
- What it does: Makes emptying the gray and black tanks easy and sanitary.
- Why we like it: Permits easy cleaning of the black tank to remove any remaining residue.
- What it does: Serves as designated hose for drinking water.
- Why we like it: A standard hose is not suitable for drinking water, and we like to drink water!
- What it does: Hooks up to your water intake and connects to the water hose.
- Why we like it: It allows the hose to run straight down and not out and down forcing the hose to bend. This reduces wear and tear on the hose.
- What it does: Hooks up to the sewage tanks (black and gray) and runs to the sewage dump.
- Why we like it: It's easy to connect and disconnect and compresses into a much smaller size for storage.
- What it does: Maximizes water pressure while reducing excess use of water.
- Why we like it: You can press a knob to turn off the water flow while you're soaping up; easy to install.
RV MAINTENANCE:
1. ADCO 2509 Clear RV Windshield Cover
- What it does: Keeps the windshield covered while we're in camp and helps manage indoor air temperature.
- Why we like it: Easy to put on and take off; easy to store; relatively inexpensive.
- What it does: Allows you to gently wash your RV without use of a stepladder.
- Why we like it: Effective; inexpensive; eliminates risk of someone falling off a ladder and breaking something.
- What it does: Removes all of the bugs that attached themselves to your windshield as you were driving.
- Why we like it: It works! Bug guts are sticky and can be hard to remove.
- What it does: Gently removes the grime from the side of your RV without the need for water.
- Why we like it: It's good for fast, effective spot cleaning in camp - no hoses needed.
- What it does: Same as above - just in a larger size.
- Why we like it: We use this product fairly often, so we like to carry the larger size with us.
- What it does: Easily repairs small rips, tears, and weathered areas on roof of RV.
- Why we like it: Easy to apply; quickly repairs potential leak points in roof.
- What it does: Protects tires from damaging UV rays.
- Why we like it: Easy to apply.
1. Camco 43753 Hardwood Stove Topper and Cutting Board
- What it does: Fits over the stove, thereby creating additional counter space for food prep and improving efficiency of the kitchen area.
- Why we like it: Sturdy; doesn't move while the RV is in motion (thanks to grippy material on the base of the board).
- What it does: Provides liquid of the gods to sleepy RVers.
- Why we like it: Easy to use; easy to clean.
- What it does: Cooks everything from beans to rice to veggies to soups and stews to cheesecake - and in the fraction of time required by regular appliances.
- Why we like it: Fast, effective, and easy to clean and store.
- What it does: Blends single-serving smoothies and shakes.
- Why we like it: Small, easy to store, easy to clean.
IN CAMP:
1. Camco 42805 60" x 78" Handy Mat with Strap
- What it does: Reduces amount of dust and dirt carried into the RV.
- Why we like it: Helps maintain cleanliness of RV interior; inexpensive; colorful; easy to store.
- What it does: Helps keep the RV from rolling away while parked. Whew!
- Why we like it: Light and inexpensive.
- What it does: Levels out your RV if you're parked on uneven ground.
- Why we like it: Light, easy to use, easy to clean and store.
4. Modkat Litter Box Kit
- What it does: Provides your cat with a relatively attractive, private place to use the facilities.
- Why we like it: It fits nicely in the cab of the RV (between the driver's and passenger's seats); reduces scatter of kitty litter throughout the rig; includes a reusable, sturdy liner.
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