Picking up 5'er tomorrow...what will I need to buy?

You pretty much need to go to the parts dept and just get one of each.;)

Check the FAQ above link. # 2 will have your answers.

If buying from a dealer I would suggest a very thorough pre-delivery inspection. Before you sign the final papers. If possible do not pay until everything works correctly you will not be sorry if you do this

Everything you need to make it work should come with the trailer. You should just go camping and make a list of things as you go.

It is not necessary to buy RV Toilet Paper as previously suggested. You are looking for Toilet Paper that will easily break down so as not to clog the Sewer. The cheapest Dollar Store Brand will be fine. You can use any Brand you want if you put it in a Trashcan. Toilet Paper will clog the Sewer if it does not go in the Commode. Different strokes for different Folks.

Sometimes your list from here will include items that you will not need, or want. Sometimes it's best to go camping and find out.

I guess you will not overfill the 92 gallon gray water tank very soon.

Dry Hitch Weight 1,790 lbs. (812 kg)
Unloaded Vehicle Weight 10,960 lbs. (4,971 kg)
GVWR TBA (TBA)
Cargo Carrying Capacity 2,541 lbs. (1,153 kg)
Exterior Length 42' 3" (12.9 m)
Exterior Height 13' 2" (4.0 m)
Exterior Width 96" (2.4 m)
Fresh Water Capacity 44 gal. (167 L)
Gray Water Capacity 92 gal. (348 L)
Black Water Capacity 60 gal. (227 L)
Awning Size 21 ft



It only has a 44 gallon fresh water tank, so no chance of that happening on a boondocking trip!

Fred.

Highway308 wrote:
...and where should I buy these items?

Walmart has most of the basics. Cheapest place. And good to remember when on the road.

If you are buying from a dealer, they usually throw in a startup kit of basic hoses and stuff. So take a look at that before you buy anything. It may not be the best, but it will get you started and then add/replace as needed.

I've got a pressure regulator and never use the darn thing. I guess where we go, too high water pressure just isn't an issue. Your mileage may vary.

Congratulations! Hope you enjoy it. When we got our last year, there were several things that we got right away:

1.50 amp surge protector to protect the electrical system. You never know what you will encounter at a park.

2. Water flow pressure regulator for the water intake hose.

3. A water hose. These are white not like a regular garden hose.

4. Hose to empty the gray and black tanks. We got a clear connector between the hose and the connection on the 5th wheel. That way we can see when the black tank is empty of debris.(Not fun, but part of the 5th wheel experience.

5. Chocks for the wheels. We didn't want ours to roll away while camping.

6. A 50amp to 30 amp adapter for those campgrounds that don't offer 50amp service.

7. RV toilet paper. The stuff at home should not go into the RV toilet.

8. RV black tank chemicals.

9. Clip board and pen: to write down all of the things that need to be fixed during the warranty period. We have a Cougar by Keystone and found that quality control wasn't their best feature. After having a few things fixed early in, we have not had any problems since.

I hope this helps.