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Post by Ten on Sept 3, 2015 15:09:33 GMT -8
One thing that works for us is Ryobi 18 volt tools. Since I use the jig and skill type saw and love the flashlights, that might be the way to go. 2 batteries would work everything, including a small hand vac. Of course, most would just need a flashlight and vac. LOL. That depends of course, on how much rebuilding you plan to do at the campgrounds...... P.S. I am glad you brought this all up. I have been making lists for the last three weeks to get ready for our first outing. Now that I just started a new job, I doubt the first outing is happening, so I'll have plenty of time for making LISTS!
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Post by turbodaddy on Sept 3, 2015 15:49:13 GMT -8
This is GREAT! We're going to use "The List" sometime in the next few weeks to get ready for the elusive cross country trip. But Vikx you forgot the bear/uninvited nightime guest repellent (falcon horn and 10,000 candle power light) I'm not going anywhere without 'em.
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Post by vikx on Sept 3, 2015 19:52:58 GMT -8
Bear Spray, too...
I missed the BBQ lighter early on. This is a work in progress.
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Post by diymom on Sept 5, 2015 12:35:36 GMT -8
Wand lighter (is that what you mean by bbq lighter?), matches in case that runs out of fuel, tarp clips-those grommets tear out easily. Mini bungees, clear packing tape for tears in awning, cracks in glass....it doesn't leave as much residue as other tapes, two buckets, and 5 gallon water bottle....We bring two and a kids wagon to carry them with...We camp without hookups, and we go through a lot of water with filthy little campers.
Outside mat to wipe feet on, I still can't believe how filthy the floor gets with multiple mats tiny tube of super glue, another of JB weld, I second the cordless drill and zip ties, But then our old camper was a bit run down, lots of rags!!, trash bags, a sharp knife Dish soap. Extra Paracord, drinking water dispenser because we all need more water when camping and hand pumping it is awful a wire clotheshanger (if they have an ice box) and a razor blade (works great on glass for nasty hardened bug bodies, bird poop, stuff that dries to the floor, cutting oddball stuff etc... Outside seats and a fold away table. We take our shoes off outside to cut down on dirt, we need a box to put them in & somewhere to sit Small Laundry soap....again, our little campers get dirty and spill. We had fabric upholstered dinet seats.
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Post by Paul B on Sept 5, 2015 19:29:53 GMT -8
For starting the camp fire I use a propane torch. I use the kind with the trigger. Pull the trigger and it lights, release the trigger and the flame goes out. It's a guy thing.
Also a candle is handy to have when starting a fire. A match will burn for a few seconds. A candle will burn for a few hours or until you extinguish it.
Best, Paul B
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Post by Ten on Sept 5, 2015 19:43:11 GMT -8
For starting the camp fire I use a propane torch. I use the kind with the trigger. Pull the trigger and it lights, release the trigger and the flame goes out. It's a guy thing. Mine works differently...pull the trigger, fire. Stays lit till you turn the valve off (so you thought). Pick it up by the "business end" twenty minutes later, and find out the knob was not shut all the way off...burnt fingers for three days. Now THAT is a guy thing....
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Post by vikx on Sept 5, 2015 20:43:45 GMT -8
This is too funny:
Friends arrived with a TON of stuff for the trailer. And I mean a TON, including the kitchen sink. I didn't know the trailer could hold that much! Then we still had to go to Wally World for a hose, power cord and ball mount. The ball broke off their old one when we were trying to flip it, very upsetting. Then the truck wiring was messed up. Oh Joy.
BBQ Lighter= Wand Lighter= any lighter with a long nose.
I'm thinking we may need TWO lists; one for essentials and the other for extra stuff that would be handy.
Will be pretty busy next week because of the Lynden rally, so it may take a while to add to the first draft. I'm enjoying all the ideas! Keep 'em coming.
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Post by SusieQ on Sept 6, 2015 15:49:02 GMT -8
Organizing all that stuff has not been easy in this trailer. I almost feel like I had more storage in my teardrop but I think I just had it down to a science, and I had a storage rack/bag on the tongue of my TD that I do not have on the Compact.
I found one stray tie-wrap. I wished I had brought my big garbage bags for wet hoses and cords but crammed them into small ones. Never forget the bug spray for down South. Have a step but need my folding stool to see in my cubbies (no, I didn't bring it.). Pots and pans don't fit anywhere but under benches. Toaster oven is in the oven. Dishes were boxed and in stored in icebox.
I had bought 2:5 gallon size waters. Came in handy for redistributing weight. Put a towel under the dog cage for the ride; good idea. Didn't put towel under plastic a/c tub; scratched floor. Really minor problems.
Oh, grabbed the wrong wrench for my trailer ball, which I needed since I bought ANOTHER ball mount.
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Post by Ten on Sept 6, 2015 17:31:42 GMT -8
One thing I think should be added to the walk-around portion of the list:
On the side of my SC is a badge (I know, "We don't need no stinikin' badges!"...) that reads, " Driver Check Lug Nuts Before Each Trip"
I know for sure that it is difficult to do on mine now, because of the center cap covers. It is important to make the effort to physically check the lugs periodically.
I drive a heavy truck for a living, and can cite instances of lugs coming undone or breaking, leaving dual-wheels spinning freely off the side of the highway and out through the corn. By the way, they aren't fun to retrieve....
We took a trip out in our new pickup one time a few years ago, and found ourselves face to face with a tire and rim rolling freely at an high rate of speed aimed at the center of the windshield. We managed to miss the projectile, and then stopped to help the fellows who were looking for the wheel off the side of the road in the tall brush. They had just bought an old camper and were just a few miles out going home with it. After they got on their way we found damage to our front tire, where we had run over one of the lug bolts. That episode cost us a whole set of tires (4 wheel drive and all tread had to match), about $900. Fault? No one checked the lugs.
I'm sure the end result could have been lots worse, and all for the few minutes it takes to inspect the vehicle (oh, yeah, and know what you are looking for when you inspect!) before turning a wheel. This is of course only one piece of the big puzzle picture, but it is a very important factor toward safety on the highway.
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Post by vikx on Sept 7, 2015 10:35:18 GMT -8
New Draft with additions:
You’ve just purchased a *new* vintage trailer and you’re ready to go Camping! Such excitement! Following is a nitty gritty list of things to take, what to do and more.
TOW VEHICLE: Not a lot on vehicles here. Just the basics: Be sure the vehicle is mechanically sound. Tire pressure as recommended for towing? Trailer receptacle working properly? A tow vehicle’s towing capacity should be more than the total towing weight. This includes the trailer, camping stuff, food, and PEOPLE. Pay attention to this.
BATTERY: Test the trailer battery voltage. Top off water, inspect connections.
WALKABOUT: Check that everything is secured before you go. Close all windows and roof vents. Lock the door and tie if necessary. Stow the step in the travel position. Check that the trunk lock is secure. Pick up jacks and remove wheel chocks. Inspect the coupler closely. It should be locked on the ball, safety chain(s) in place and the cord supported against drag. Check the tow lighting and be sure all work. Be sure that all is secure inside the trailer: drawers, doors and loose items. Just one item rolling around can cause major damage. Check lug nuts! Do a final walkabout and double check all above.
COMFORT ITEMS: Insect spray and possibly a citronella candle A yoga pad, tarp or plastic to protect against ground dampness when placing jacks, etc. First Aid Kit. This should be well stocked and checked before every trip. Gloves Rain Ponchos Plastic garbage bags
INSIDE THE TRAILER: FIRE EXTINGUISHER Broom and Dust Pan, small enough to store Small dish pan Plastic table cloth and clips (can double as ground mat) Potty chemicals, cleaners, soap, paper towels Stow stove grates for travel to prevent chipping Stow gas lamp globe Secure items inside the icebox. Spillage can be a disaster… BBQ Lighter and matches Soap Salt and Pepper!
TOOLS and SUPPLIES: A small tool box with everyday tools. Hammer Pliers and a pair of cutters Screw drivers or one with multichange bits. Small pry bar (remove hubcaps, pry stubborn items, etc) Tire tools: star lug wrench and jack for vehicle and/or trailer Crescent wrench and Vice Grips Duct and electrical tape Good sharp knife Utility knife would be fine, plus extra blades Small saw or saw bladed knife Quick ties and Bungies String and small rope WD 40 BRIGHT Flashlight with good battery(s), extra batteries Bear Spray or Fog horn if you will be in the wilderness
TRAILER NECESSITIES: Drinking water Power cord. Should be minimum 14 gauge with ground, 25 feet. Extension cord, same as above Electrical adapters: 30 to 15 amp, 15 to 30 amp and multi outlet Water hose and 45 PSI regulator. Be sure hose is rated for drinking water. 4 stack jacks to support trailer while camping 4 wheel chocks. Bucket and/or waste Tote (required at some campgrounds) Small light weight ladder if your trailer is tall Step stool if your trailer doesn’t have a step. Small mat to wipe feet
LUXURIES: 12 volt air compressor* Re-chargeable tools and charger (can include hand vac, flashlight, *compressor, etc.) Portable 12 volt battery and connectors Walkie Talkies or phones with great signal Camp chairs
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Post by lovnvintage on Sept 7, 2015 10:50:32 GMT -8
In the 70's trailer I bought there was a pamphlet titled "how to pamper your camper". I could scan it and email to someone to post as I don't know how! It has a checklist for things to check before heading out, how to load the camper best, tools to include, hitch info, driving or towing campers, water systems, butane-propane operation, lighting systems, importance of leveling and highway checks. And the back page is a troubleshooting chart.
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Post by Ten on Sept 7, 2015 13:15:04 GMT -8
In the 70's trailer I bought there was a pamphlet titled "how to pamper your camper". I could scan it and email to someone to post as I don't know how! It has a checklist for things to check before heading out, how to load the camper best, tools to include, hitch info, driving or towing campers, water systems, butane-propane operation, lighting systems, importance of leveling and highway checks. And the back page is a troubleshooting chart. Lov'n, if you still have my email, I'll take care of it for you, and if you don't, say so. Glad to help post!
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Post by lovnvintage on Sept 7, 2015 15:35:10 GMT -8
Don't think I do anymore. It might be handy for some to view. I also have some original paperwork, etc. on wedgewood stoves I can send you that might help some. Thanks 10, I am just not that computer savvy and the teenager doesn't want to help much today!
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Post by vikx on Sept 7, 2015 21:23:39 GMT -8
Thanks Lovnvintage! Really interested to see that.
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Post by SusieQ on Sept 8, 2015 5:40:35 GMT -8
You might want to stow light bulbs, too for long trips. I wrapped and stowed my globes but left the light bulbs in the sockets. Well, the back one managed to fall out after about 700 miles. It was an LED bulb and luckily didn't break.
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