New Rv add ons

I might add to make sure you have open lug nuts for your spare if you have a steel wheel for a spare and mag wheels and acorn type lug nuts on your RV.
The reason being that the mag wheel acorn nuts may not tighten enough before bottoming out to draw tight against the steel rim.

X2 on the tires. Unless they have Saliuns or something similar, demand they put decent tires on. Otherwise tell them to knock off $1,000 since you'll need to replace them. If they won't, walk away. Also make sure you have an upgrade from the standard pin box - the most common Lippert 1621 has many replacement options. Also be sure and look at the suspension and have them put on a decent wet bolt/beefed up hangers otherwise you'll end up replacing them yourself. I would also see if they have stabilizers at the back. Many units will have a level-up system that goes just behind the rear tires, but nothing on the back and it can get pretty bouncy.

No one has stated a good dealer who will work with you is worth every penny you spend on the price of your trailer :)

A Bad dealer will cost you extra money in the log run an keep your trailer far longer than needed an always blame the MFG for the problem when it is them that is the problem ....

Don't believe a word the salesman tells you, make them put everything in writing twice an do not leave the lot or sign anything before they have fized what was found wrong before giving any money

Safe Travels

Allworth wrote:
Check prices!!!

Most of the things mentioned are nice to have, but not necessarily needed immediately. TIRES are an exception. All trailers should start out with name brand LT tires.

Dealer prices are frequently not the best available. Check at least Amazon, Tweetys, and E-trailer.

You are being kind-----RV mfgs.put the cheapest tires they can get by with on new trailers.

Njmurvin wrote:
I'll just add exhaust brake on the truck if pulling with a diesel and a trailer over 10k lbs. It makes all the difference in the world when going down steep grades.

X1, it also saves wear and tear on your truck brakes even when just riding around town.

Check prices!!!

Most of the things mentioned are nice to have, but not necessarily needed immediately. TIRES are an exception. All trailers should start out with name brand LT tires.

Dealer prices are frequently not the best available. Check at least Amazon, Tweetys, and E-trailer.

I also added the extra drain gate valve next to the cap....small investment, big difference as we always have a small amount of liquids after traveling.

Also agree with slide toppers, love our trail air pin. I also added that little fan inside the fridge to circulate the air (keeps things colder). I added insulation to the ceiling in my basement, replaced OEM shackles with stronger ones with zerks.

IMO, LT tires instead of the ST tires that came from the manufacturer.

Next rig will have auto-leveling.

Agree with several things previously mentioned.

I'll just add exhaust brake on the truck if pulling with a diesel and a trailer over 10k lbs. It makes all the difference in the world when going down steep grades.

GPG---Love your PS about not forgetting the wife. About choked while eating ice cream from laughing.

Best upgrades Ive made to my 5er and would do again.

LT tires
Dexter HD shackle and wet bolt kit
Dexter EZ-flex
Stradyfast/JT Strongarm stabilizers
Small 300W inverter to power TVs and charge small electronics.

I dont ever buy dealer add ons. They push what they want to sell. I prefer to research and find what works best.