Our new toyhauler is being delivered tomorrow!I've sorted out capacity, weight, hitches and all that, but what about things that go on the inside of the RV?So far we have purchased:Sewage hose kitKitchen stuffOutdoor griddleBedding stuffCleaning stuffA basic tool kit, such as hammer, screwdrivers, allen wrenches, a socket set, leveling bubble, tape measurer, etc.Air compressor is still on our list of things to buyFix-a-flat and tire change kit - I think it comes with a tool to lower/release the spare tire, but I am not sure if it will fit the actual wheel lugs. Also, do we need some sort of jack in the event we need to change a tire, or will the one that came with my truck work?Are there any other tools or essential items we need to get that we aren't thinking of? I'm assuming so. Suggestions?

Food, clothes...Toys for the garage?I would lean toward taking a few short trips and see if you miss something. It's easy to overload packing for every possible issue.

valhalla360 wrote:Food, clothes...Toys for the garage?I would lean toward taking a few short trips and see if you miss something. It's easy to overload packing for every possible issue.Yes, after subtracting the weight of our General, fuel and water, we have about 1100 lbs to spare. Maybe closer to 1k after we replace the mattress.We bought all plastic dishes, a cheap and lightweight pots and pan set. Minimal tools.I expect to do several trips to the scales as we settle in.Certain things, like the griddle, ice chest, 20 lb propane tank, luggage, etc, we can carry in the bed of the truck.

Multi-meter and have the basic knowledge on how to use it.

RedRollingRoadblock wrote:Multi-meter and have the basic knowledge on how to use it.This is something I hadn't thought of, thanks!Do you think we should get a traditional one with leads, or a clamping type?

Torx bit screwdrivers in addition to slotted and Phillips. Unless the RV industry has changed Torx screws are their favorite fastener after staples.Maybe a suitably sized bottle jack for tire changes if you don't have one.

What's in your tool kit? What about other must-haves?

valhalla360
Navigator
Sep 20, 2021
Food, clothes...

Toys for the garage?

I would lean toward taking a few short trips and see if you miss something. It's easy to overload packing for every possible issue.
ApexAZ
Explorer
Sep 20, 2021
valhalla360 wrote:
Food, clothes...

Toys for the garage?

I would lean toward taking a few short trips and see if you miss something. It's easy to overload packing for every possible issue.

Yes, after subtracting the weight of our General, fuel and water, we have about 1100 lbs to spare. Maybe closer to 1k after we replace the mattress.

We bought all plastic dishes, a cheap and lightweight pots and pan set. Minimal tools.

I expect to do several trips to the scales as we settle in.

Certain things, like the griddle, ice chest, 20 lb propane tank, luggage, etc, we can carry in the bed of the truck.
RedRollingRoadb
Explorer
Sep 20, 2021
Multi-meter and have the basic knowledge on how to use it.
ApexAZ
Explorer
Sep 20, 2021
RedRollingRoadblock wrote:
Multi-meter and have the basic knowledge on how to use it.

This is something I hadn't thought of, thanks!

Do you think we should get a traditional one with leads, or a clamping type?
thomasmnile
Explorer
Sep 20, 2021
Torx bit screwdrivers in addition to slotted and Phillips. Unless the RV industry has changed Torx screws are their favorite fastener after staples.

Maybe a suitably sized bottle jack for tire changes if you don't have one.
Dick_B
Explorer
Sep 20, 2021
GPS.
Tire pressure gauge. I like the digital ones.
OkieGene
Explorer
Sep 20, 2021
ApexAZ wrote:
RedRollingRoadblock wrote:
Multi-meter and have the basic knowledge on how to use it.

This is something I hadn't thought of, thanks!

Do you think we should get a traditional one with leads, or a clamping type?

Yes, absolutely Yes. You can buy a single unit that has both the clamp on as well as leads.
Allworth
Explorer II
Sep 20, 2021
My Titanium (a Canadian Manufacturer) does NOT use Torx. The fastener of choice id "Roberts" #1 and #2. A square recess in the head.

Roberts drivers and power bits in both sizes are available at Northern Tool.

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OkieGene
Explorer
Sep 20, 2021
thomasmnile wrote:
Torx bit screwdrivers in addition to slotted and Phillips. Unless the RV industry has changed Torx screws are their favorite fastener after staples.

I'd look things over carefully, you might have some fasteners that use the Square Bits, the Robertson type.
OkieGene
Explorer
Sep 20, 2021
I'd definitely carry a roll of Eternabond tape and a quality caulk gun ($15-ish for a dripless unit) and a couple tubes of Dicor, along with a roll of Butyl tape.

Some quality duck tape too.

I have one of those reflective vests you see highway crews wearing, they only cost a few bucks. I'd add to that a package of the reflective triangles (don't buy the cheapies, they blow over too easily, get the ones the 18-wheelers use. Harbor Freight sells some battery powered RED flashing light things, they only cost around $5 or $6. I have some and they are awesome. On that note, plenty of flashlights and electric lantern, battery powered (around $10 at Harbor Freight. A weather radio is a must. Buy a larger and better fire extinguisher, the one you have now most likely is the size that will barely put out a cigarette butt.