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v2k
Explorer
Explorer
When getting a new RV are there any added things needed?

What are some of the things that dealers try and up sale people on?
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bluegrass_smoke
Explorer
Explorer
We added an extra dump gate valve close to the drain cap. With the main valves being cable open and close, we found there was always a little water when we arrived at our campsite. We had the t handle type valve installed. Very small upgrade but worth it to us.
2017 Heartland Bighorn 3760EL
2017 Ford F350 DRW Lariat

pennysmom09
Explorer
Explorer
lee worsdell wrote:
ya got taken on both but when I have a problem next its going back every time. it will get well used


The only problem is the warranty may get well used, but then your unit won't. Seems like warranty work is low,priority so it takes weeks for them to do anything.
Nancy and Doug
2015 KZ Durango 325RL FW

lee_worsdell
Explorer
Explorer
ya got taken on both but when I have a problem next its going back every time. it will get well used

ependydad
Explorer
Explorer
Well, there are a handful of things you'll want for your first trip out:
http://learntorv.com/newbie-first-trip-essentials/

But major add-ons:
- EMS
- TPMS
- Better tires
- Slide toppers

Other things to consider:
- Upgraded pinbox (something with cushioning vs. fixed)
- Better batteries (if you plan on boondocking)
2017 Spartan 1245 by Prime Time
2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab DRW w/ 4.10 gears and 8' bed
FW Hitch: TrailerSaver TS3
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MarkTwain
Explorer
Explorer
downtheroad wrote:
Some like them, some don't....but if you have a slide(s) you might want to consider a slide awning/slide topper.

We like them. For us, the positives far out weigh the negatives.


Helps prevent possible water leaks when it rains.

MarkTwain
Explorer
Explorer
v2k wrote:
When getting a new RV are there any added things needed?

What are some of the things that dealers try and up sale people on?


While making the deal for a new RV, have the dealer tires replaced with tires that you know and like.

downtheroad
Explorer
Explorer
Some like them, some don't....but if you have a slide(s) you might want to consider a slide awning/slide topper.

We like them. For us, the positives far out weigh the negatives.
"If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane."

Arctic Fox 25Y
GMC Duramax
Blue Ox SwayPro

MarkTwain
Explorer
Explorer
MFL wrote:
While a few things are needed, here are a couple that IMO are not. First the expensive extended warranty, and second, that special coating they can apply to keep it looking new.

Jerry


X1 Don"t waste your $$$$

MFL
Nomad II
Nomad II
While a few things are needed, here are a couple that IMO are not. First the expensive extended warranty, and second, that special coating they can apply to keep it looking new.

Jerry