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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Vent covers - yes
Slide toppers - probably, depending on price.
Surge protector - I’m learning from this thread
You didn’t ask about other things but here’s my opinion based on my recent purchase of a Cherokee 235b. My buddy just bought a similar trailer and I learned a couple from his experience too. At least find out prices for these as well if interested...easier to get them as part of the package up front in my opinion.
If boondocking is in your plans consider 2x 6v batteries instead of a 12v
Consider 30# propane tanks
Solid step - had no idea I wanted one until it was already installed on my trailer. Love it.
Battery kill switch - easy enough DIY but nice to have it done for you
Electric tongue jack
Slide toppers - probably, depending on price.
Surge protector - I’m learning from this thread
You didn’t ask about other things but here’s my opinion based on my recent purchase of a Cherokee 235b. My buddy just bought a similar trailer and I learned a couple from his experience too. At least find out prices for these as well if interested...easier to get them as part of the package up front in my opinion.
If boondocking is in your plans consider 2x 6v batteries instead of a 12v
Consider 30# propane tanks
Solid step - had no idea I wanted one until it was already installed on my trailer. Love it.
Battery kill switch - easy enough DIY but nice to have it done for you
Electric tongue jack
