What to buy for a first time RV?
My family is new to this forum and to this lifestyle. We just purchased our first travel trailer (2018 Forest River Cherokee 294BH) and will take delivery in March (too cold in the Midwest right no...
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These upgrades can be expensive. I can agree if you are getting a good deal on them then do it. If you are physically able to get on the roof then you decide if they are worth the expense. If the unit does not have an installed ladder on the back for access then toting a separate ladder is a pain. Debris on the slide roofs can damage the roofing and seal materials so making sure they are clean before you bring them in is vital IMO.
Vent covers can be convenient if you don't go all out and put in vent fans with rain sensors that self close. Again, if you are able to get on the roof then do that one yourself if just going with covers.
The EMS/surge suppressor can be a life saver, especially at older parks. I have a Progressive Industries 50 amp portable one, not the hard wired, and I do cable lock mine to the pedestal. I have been saved once so far by its use.
Another factor is how long do you plan on keeping the unit? Are you sure you won't out grow it or come to dislike anything about it? Something else to look at is what tires are on it? Good ones or low end Trailer Kings? How about the suspension? Does it have the Mor-Ride or Equa-Flex equalizers and shackles? Makes a big difference in towing stability, again, just my opinion. Read about the nylon bushing inserts that are used and how they wear out fast. Wet bolts and bronze bushings are so much better.
Other than that go have fun when you do pick it up.
Vent covers can be convenient if you don't go all out and put in vent fans with rain sensors that self close. Again, if you are able to get on the roof then do that one yourself if just going with covers.
The EMS/surge suppressor can be a life saver, especially at older parks. I have a Progressive Industries 50 amp portable one, not the hard wired, and I do cable lock mine to the pedestal. I have been saved once so far by its use.
Another factor is how long do you plan on keeping the unit? Are you sure you won't out grow it or come to dislike anything about it? Something else to look at is what tires are on it? Good ones or low end Trailer Kings? How about the suspension? Does it have the Mor-Ride or Equa-Flex equalizers and shackles? Makes a big difference in towing stability, again, just my opinion. Read about the nylon bushing inserts that are used and how they wear out fast. Wet bolts and bronze bushings are so much better.
Other than that go have fun when you do pick it up.
