picking up new unit monday

[kkorn]

Picking up new unit monday we are going to driveway camp to check it out, what do i need to hook up trailer to electric at home ? are surge protectors water regulators all needed unit will be parked on seasonal site, i know i need sewer lines, water hose, what else?

[huffaz]

I wired a 30 amp RV box on the side of my house. I can now plug in my trailer and have full power. Otherwise a 30/50 amp to 15amp adapter will allow plugging into standard wall outlet but you cannot run your trailers A/C and have to be careful how many high power things (microwave, electric water heater etc) you turn on at the same time.

[soos]

we have the Watts Pressure regulator. 263A Its adjustable. works great!
RV water filter store is where we got it.

sue

[Roy_Lynne]

Check your outlet. You may need an adapter thingy, (that's a technical term for a whatyamacallit

[kkorn]

ok so i need both, it is so nice to throw a question out there and get these answers,have learned don't buy the 99 dollar ones how about the water regulators/ brands or prices to shoot for, As far as plugging in at home will i be able to test all the mechanics including air plugged in to a regular outlet

[Medico]

Most RVs are rated at 40 psi or so for water. Most stick houses have about 90 psi. Get the picture?

Even at your house there may be voltage problems as the grid gets hit in storms and such. Do not take the chance. My coach did come with a built in surge protector, voltage regulator and I still check the pedestal before I plug in. Incorrect wiring is as much of a danger as over/under voltage. Get devices that allow you to check, and learn how to use them!

[Bob___Ann]

Congratulations on your new unit. I hope that it gives you many of years of enjoyment. If it were me I would always use a surge guard and water pressure regulator. Always connect the regulator on the unit end of the hose as the sun can create a lot of pressure in the hose. It is all very cheap insurance.

[PapPappy]

Do you know what the water pressure is at your house?
I think I'd get the pressure regulator. They aren't all that expensive, and as mentioned, "cheap insurance"....and while you plan to keep the RV at a single campground, at some point, you may want to travel with it.

Same goes with the surge protector. They are more expensive, but if you happen to get a voltage spike or low voltage that could damage your electronics, it will more than pay for itself.
If you feel that the CG you are staying at will have a well maintained power system (most don't:() you could save your money.

I don't understand why RV mfgrs don't install them as part of the OEM. They could pass it along, but at some point, if they all do it, we're gonna buy them, and possibly be safer for it.

[TyroneandGladys]

IMHO you need much more than a surge protector look at what this protects you from. You might consider the hardwired version. I have had one like this for over 4 years and I know for a fact that it has saved me thousands in repairs. Some people do not believe in them and prefer voltage meters which IMHO are totally worthless unless you stay in your RV and stare at it.
Water pressure regulator is also cheap insurance,