Are these items essential?

slickmick wrote:
Hello all. The wife and I are looking into purchasing our first TT. Are these items "essential"?...
1. Voltage regulator / surge protector
2. Water pressure regulator
3. 50 amp to 30 amp adapter

Thanks!!

1) I measure the voltage with a voltmeter. Then I use a 30A to 20A adapter to test for proper configuration with a circuit tester. Once plugged in I leave my Kill-O-Watt meter plugged in at the kitchen area so I can keep an eye on it. However, this does not protect me from transient surges. They can be costly.

2) I have a non-adjustable brass one installed but if the pressure is too low while taking a shower I'll remove it.

3. If you go to the same place each time and 30A service is available and in good shape, No. I frequent a campground that the 30A service at some of the sites are non-functional. I was caught without it the first time we parked at one of the no 30A sites and we didn't have power until I could buy one the next day. It came in handy since then. The 30A plug at another campground was loose and in poor shape so I plugged into the 50A.