In just about every activity in life, there are tools involved. RVing is no different. And there are certain tools that I believe every RVer needs in their RV toolbox.
As a fulltime RVer there are quite a few tools I carry around with me. Wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, the list goes on. I like to be prepared to fix anything that may go wrong. To be honest I can’t imagine being on the road without any of them. But there are certain tools that I think no RVer should be without.
Cordless Drill/Driver
By far my most used tool in my RV toolbox is my cordless drill/driver. I’m often having to insert or remove a screw somewhere. Or drill a hole for something. I even have a
Screwdrivers
A good set of screwdrivers should be in any toolbox. You need at least #2 Phillips screwdriver. Flatheads can also come in handy. A #2 square/Robertson screwdriver is also a near
Pliers
Like screwdrivers no toolbox should be without pliers. At least a pair of 6” slip joint pliers. A 7” long/needle nose pliers come in very handy too. I also like to have a pair of 10” locking pliers. You never know when you might need them.
Anode Rod Socket
A 1 1/16” socket and breaker bar or ratchet should be in an RV toolbox also. This socket is needed to remove the anode rod from the hot water heater. This anode rod needs to be replaced periodically. And if your winterizing your RV you will want to remove it to drain the water heater.
Eternabond Tape
A roll of 2” to 3” wide roll of Eternabond tape is very good idea to have. You never know when you might have to patch a roof or seal a seem somewhere on your RV. This stuff is tuff and very sticky. Once it down it’s down. I’ve had to use it patch a tear in my roof once and it has held up great.
Dicor Lap Sealant
A tube of Dicor is another thing that is good to have on hand in your RV toolbox. There are 2 different types of Dicor Lap Sealant, Self-Leveling for roofs and Non-Sagging for everywhere else. Seems on your RV need to be periodically inspected and resealed. So, having some Dicor on hand is a must. Of course, you need a caulk gun to apply the sealant.
Jack
A bottle jack is the most practical type of jack to carry. I have a floor jack that I carry around and it’s big and bulky. But my jack has saved me several times in our RV adventure.
Conclusion
There are a lot of other tools that I carry with me. Like wrenches, an air compressor, some pry bars, and a few power tools. I like being prepared for almost anything. Also, I keep a nice assortment of screws, nuts, and bolts and an assortment of wire crimp connectors and ends. I like having this stuff on hand, but I don’t necessarily consider them must-haves.
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