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Goosesquasher's avatar
Feb 17, 2015

Tools?

Has anyone ever figured out exactly which tools you need to have in your tool box for a travel trailer? I have a full set and it is heavy.......I don't think that you need every socket made, every end wrench, etc.?

Is there a list of the nut/bolt sizes that are used to narrow it down, etc. from the manufacturers?

Basically......I would like to condense and still be able to handle an issue when it comes up?

Thanks in advance!
  • I carry 2 screw drivers, a pair of slip pliers, a hammer for driving in the stakes, and of course a jack. That is all. I don't go on vacation to work on the TT. I work on it at home if anything is needed.
    While on vacation, I vacation. Un needed tools just take up space.
  • Ha I got the same kit as Downtheroad! Besides that kit as pictured above I bring a torque wrench to check and torque my TT wheels also one thing to check for and bring with you is a socket for the spare wheel usually there not the same size as TT wheels. Oh a tire pressure gage.
  • I have a tool box about 12 X 12 X 16. I started out with a small set of wrenches, socket set, pliars, adjustable wrench, fuses. I just buy tools as needed as we travel. I've been camping and RVing for over 50 years. Seems like there is always something I am missing. Last year I had to buy a caulking gun, dicor & eterna bond tape on the road. Sometimes it is inconvenient finding things close by but I never know what will come up that needs repairs.
  • I have a whole shop full of tools. I carry this while camping (and a credit card.) Absolutely no need to bring enough tools and spare parts to complete refit an aircraft carrier.