wfscot
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I'm just getting started in the world of overland travel with a 2005 Dodge Ram diesel and a new FWC Hawk. I'm trying to get the basic accessories together and I was hoping to get some insight from the community here.
BTW, the goal is to be able to do lengthy (1 week+ outings consisting of a mix of established and primitive camping). The camper has dual deep cycle batteries and we plan on adding a solar system in the near future. We are used to camping, and thus have a good handle on cooking stuff, food, etc.
Here's what I've got so far. Note the questions for some of the items:
- 5 gal collapsable tank and hose for sink waste water (already have)
- Hose system for both filling water tank and connecting to city water
- How long should the hose be to work in most situations?
- What fitting(s) should I have for the far end of the hose?
- Pressure regulator for city water
- Funnel for filling tanks manually
- Extension cord for charging on the road and shore power. Again, how long?
- Are there any adapters necessary to plug into shore power and RV sites?
- Collapsable step stool to access roof (we have a rack system up there)
- Cleaning supplies
- Bleach for disinfecting waste water tank. Is this the way to do it?
- Tub for soapy water when cleaning dishes (to save water)
- Cleaning wipes (already have)
- Utility microfiber towels (already have)
- Electrical
- Small inverter (already have, for laptop)
- 12V USB chargers (already have, for cell phones and small electronics)
- General accessories
- Basic tools
- Headlamps (pretty much always have in our climbing gear)
I'm sure I'm missing something, though. Any guidance is much appreciated!
BTW, the goal is to be able to do lengthy (1 week+ outings consisting of a mix of established and primitive camping). The camper has dual deep cycle batteries and we plan on adding a solar system in the near future. We are used to camping, and thus have a good handle on cooking stuff, food, etc.
Here's what I've got so far. Note the questions for some of the items:
- 5 gal collapsable tank and hose for sink waste water (already have)
- Hose system for both filling water tank and connecting to city water
- How long should the hose be to work in most situations?
- What fitting(s) should I have for the far end of the hose?
- Pressure regulator for city water
- Funnel for filling tanks manually
- Extension cord for charging on the road and shore power. Again, how long?
- Are there any adapters necessary to plug into shore power and RV sites?
- Collapsable step stool to access roof (we have a rack system up there)
- Cleaning supplies
- Bleach for disinfecting waste water tank. Is this the way to do it?
- Tub for soapy water when cleaning dishes (to save water)
- Cleaning wipes (already have)
- Utility microfiber towels (already have)
- Electrical
- Small inverter (already have, for laptop)
- 12V USB chargers (already have, for cell phones and small electronics)
- General accessories
- Basic tools
- Headlamps (pretty much always have in our climbing gear)
I'm sure I'm missing something, though. Any guidance is much appreciated!