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Motorhome Essentials Kit List | Wandering Bird

February 22, 2023

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Packing a motorhome or camper? Want to know what important motorhome package you want? Here’s an inventory of crucial issues that each motorhome or campervan ought to carry with them earlier than they depart for his or her journey.

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Motorhome Essentials- what do you ACTUALLY want?

I do know, I do know. You discover a motorhome to purchase and hastily your pockets is open and also you’re shopping for STUFF.

So. Much. Stuff.

Sometimes, it’s laborious to know what the motorhome necessities are and which of them are simply… good to have.

So right here’s an inventory for you. These are the important issues we imagine EVERY motorhome and campervan ought to have asap.

Some of them are necessary for all times within the van. Some are necessary for security. We’re not concentrating on travelling abroad- in the event you’d wish to see the 15 important motorhome equipment you want for Europe- click on right here

Essential motorhome equipment

Hosepipe

You want a hosepipe, as a way to fill your water tanks. We extremely suggest at the very least 10-15m in size. Food grade hose is preferable. We want a correct hose to a flat hose, however a flat hose is quite a bit simpler to retailer.

You’ll additionally want connectors- we just like the Hoselock connector and use brass adaptors for Europe for various dimension faucets. REMEMBER to take the connectors with you!! (I’ve misplaced so many throughout Europe- oops!) And the cap for the water tank is brilliant- simply connect your hose and depart till the tank is full.

240v Electric cable

A protracted (25m) 240v electrical cable is nice, however don’t depart it coiled up when in use as it may trigger a hearth. Spread it out on the bottom exterior the van. We want to not have it on a reel because it’s simpler for storage and in addition means we don’t get lazy and depart it coiled up on the reel- that’s how fires begin! We retailer ours in our motorhome storage field, however it may go in an inner locker or the storage in case you have one.

You’ll most likely additionally need a splitter (there are a LOT of campsites with not sufficient sockets!), a 240v wall plug and a European adapter.

Want to know learn how to pack a motorhome (from scratch?) Here’s a video for you

Gas Bottle

You can have both refillable or exchangeable bottles. If you’re staying principally within the UK, stick with exchangeable (keep in mind to get a spanner for tightening/ loosening the bottles. 30mm is the standard dimension.) Refillable are cheaper in the event you use them a LOT, but it surely’s getting tougher to search out LPG within the UK (it’s simple in Europe, so we extremely suggest them then). This is the refillable fuel system we use.

Fridge

Talking of fuel, in the event you don’t have already got a 3-way fridge, get one. The potential to run on the leisure battery, fuel or 240v energy is so useful- you received’t remorse it.

Levelling chocks

You’ll solely spend one evening at an unholy angle earlier than you agree that levelling chocks are a motorhoming important.

We extremely suggest these Jumbo ones- take up a bit extra storage room, however they’re a lot extra helpful than the smaller variations. The storage bag is beneficial too for once they’re moist and/ or muddy.

Mud Mats

Talking of mud, have you ever ever been caught on a muddy pitch or discipline on a camper vacation? We have… and it was NOT enjoyable.

I don’t assume we might have gotten out if it wasn’t for these mud mats. I joked about not likely needing them… however boy was I improper! They are ESSENTIAL motorhome equipment!!

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Essential Motorhome Safety Kit

If you’ve obtained fuel onboard, you want a carbon monoxide detector. And a smoke alarm. A mixed unit is beneficial. And a hearth blanket and extinguisher. After our motorhome hearth, we’re INSISTENT on these items.

(This pack is nice worth for cash!)

Other important security package consists of:

Spare bulb package and fuses, First Aid Kit, Warning Triangle, fundamental toolkit, and a head torch.

This roadside emergency package accommodates most of these issues, plus extras.

Whilst we’re on the topic, don’t overlook safety. We fitted a motorhome door lock for added peace of thoughts, in addition to a number of different motorhome safety concepts.

Tyre Repair Kit

We don’t like to consider it, however generally issues go improper. Often, it entails a flat tyre. Many motorhomes do NOT have a spare tyre- they’ve a tyre restore package. Make certain it’s a heavy obligation system appropriate for big automobiles.

Sat Nav

You NEED a correct sat nav in a motorhome. No query about it. It’s too huge a car to fiddle with.

Motorhome Essentials- Wing-mirror protectors

These are among the finest issues you’ll ever purchase. Trust me- value each penny. There are lengthy arm and brief arm versions- be sure you purchase the right one to your motorhome or camper.

Essential Motorhome equipment for residing

Once you begin utilizing your motorhome, there are a number of belongings you’ll want, even only for one evening. If you’re residing in your van, you’ll want much more ????

Toilet Paper & Toilet chemical compounds

You do NOT want costly ‘motorhome’ bathroom paper. In reality, the most affordable stuff yow will discover within the grocery store is PERFECT- something which dissolves rapidly.

But we DO suggest bathroom chemical compounds. We’ve tried a number of differing kinds, together with detergent tabs, which had been okay however didn’t cease the odor.

We now use a product known as Solbio natural bathroom fluid, which is pure and doesn’t comprise dangerous chemicals- and it smells scrumptious (sure, critically!) It’s additionally protected to be disposed of in septic tanks or fosse, which means we’ve extra choices to eliminate our bathroom responsibly.

Also, if it’s a ‘new’ van to you, you would possibly need to clean up the bathroom cassette utilizing this pack.

Bedding & mattress topper

Decent motorhome bedding is crucial. We aren’t a fan of sleeping baggage, preferring correct duvets and pillows. A mattress topper can be important if you need evening’s sleep.

Cleaning

If you spend a lot time within the motorhome, it’s going to wish cleansing. We have tried a number of totally different manufacturers of 12v vacuum cleaner and conclude that Dyson is value each penny. Get the one with a 12v charging possibility. You’ll additionally need a small dustpan and brush to get within the corners.

You can get extra recommendations on learn how to clear the surface of your motorhome right here

Cooking

Here are some nice alternates to cooking of you run out of fuel or there may be energy minimize your campsite. There are two nice choices; alcohol cooker and fuel cooker

These are nice approach to hold meals or drink scorching / chilly whether or not you’re wild tenting or out on a stroll. When you’re cooking through fuel, these are nice approach to reduce utilizing your fuel to reheat water or meals.

Essential motorhome accessories- Plates and cutlery

You have a LOAD of choices right here. We have melamine, that are powerful and may stand being dropped accidentally. I like each of those, however Amazon have LOADS of choices. Same for cutlery and motorhome mugs.

(Also, you DON’T want to purchase big amounts- simply sufficient for one every. Guests or individuals you would possibly need to invite for espresso can convey their very own mugs/ plates.)

Other important motorhome equipment

A few random ideas for you. Change as many inside lights to LED as you can- your battery energy will thank you- particularly if you wish to go wild tenting together with your motorhome.

Also, be sure to purchase a approach to cost your cellphone/ ipad utilizing the 12v sockets on the entrance.

Watch a video of the important motorhome equipment (plus a number of random ones!)

Watch the video of me and Mr WB discussing our opinions on what we really feel are crucial important motorhome equipment (and what we disagree with one another about!)