Our Purchases: RV Living
In preparation for living, working and staying healthy on the road, I spent countless hours researching, comparing, ordering, troubleshooting, testing and returning products. It was literally my part time job for almost half a year. And to this day our arsenal of "stuff" continues to evolve as we spend more and more time on the move.
If you'd like to benefit from all of my sweat, blood and due-diligent tears, here's your chance.
On this page you'll find almost every single item we've ever purchased that relates to RV Living.
If it's here, that means we were satisfied with it and it ended up being useful in some way.
If it didn't really work for us, or it downright sucked, you won't see it here.
From one-off cool little knick knacks (like these embroidered Abarth seat-belt cushions) to full blown project master part lists (like the ones here) everything on this page has our stamp of approval.
Plus, any time you actually click a link and make a purchase, you're helping to support ATSWG by earning us a sweet commission!
Win. Win. Win. - Michael Gary Scott
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Maintenance
WD-40 Silicone Lubricant Spray
WD-40 Specialist Silicone Lubricant Spray
We use this for lubricating various items around the RV like door hinges, dump valves, leveling tubes, etc.
WD-40 White Lithium Grease Spray
WD-40 Specialist White Lithium Grease Spray
We use this for lubricating the hitch, pin box, folding steps, etc.
Slide-Out Dry Lube Protectant
Protect All Slide-Out Dry Lube Protectant – 16 oz
We use this for lubricating all of the metal slide-out components on our hydraulic kitchen and living room slides.
Fifth Wheel Lube Plate With PTFE
EAZ LIFT 12″ Premium Fifth Wheel Lube Plate with PTFE
We use this instead of grease to reduce friction, absorb vibration and reduce wear between our king pin and fifth wheel hitch.
Slide Out Rubber Seal Conditioner
RV Slide Out Rubber Seal Foam Treatment – 17 oz – Thetford
We use this for conditioning all of our rubber slide-out seals to keep them soft and flexible and capable of providing weather tight seals.
303 Rubber Seal Protectant
303 Rubber Seal Protectant
We use this to condition all of the various rubber door and compartment seals on the RV and vehicles to keep them supple and capable of providing weather tight seals.
Teflon Lubricant / Sealant
Aladdin Magic Lube PTFE Based Teflon Lubricant / Sealant 631
We use this for coating and conditioning all rubber gasket seals to prevent or stop them from leaking, including the toilet gaskets, dump valve gaskets, sewer hose gaskets, etc.
Sewer Hose Replacement Gaskets
RV Sewer Hose Replacement Gaskets / Rubber Seals
We’ve had to replace a few of these over time to fix small leaks coming from our sewer hose connections when the old gaskets have gone bad.
Odor Free RV Holding Tank Treatment - 18
HAPPY CAMPERS RV Holding Tank Treatments – 18 Treatments
We add this to our black tank everytime we empty. It liquifies all solids, toilet paper and eliminates odors. We’ve used this since day one and have never had any issues with smells or clogging.
Odor Free RV Holding Tank Treatment - 64
HAPPY CAMPERS RV Holding Tank Treatments – 64 Treatments
We add this to our black tank everytime we empty. It liquifies all solids, toilet paper and eliminates odors. We’ve used this since day one and have never had any issues with smells or clogging.
Odor Free RV Holding Tank Treatment - 130
HAPPY CAMPERS RV Holding Tank Treatments – 130 Treatments
We add this to our black tank everytime we empty. It liquifies all solids, toilet paper and eliminates odors. We’ve used this since day one and have never had any issues with smells or clogging.
2-Step Lightweight Folding Steel Step Stool
Rubbermaid 2-Step Steel Step Stool, 225-pound Capacity, White
We primarily use this indoors to access storage or perform maintenance of anything out of reach, such as our loft storage area, garage cabinets, a/c units, lights, etc.
Lightweight Multi-Position Ladder
Multi-Position Portable Folding Telescoping 13ft Aluminum Ladder with Non-Slip Rubber
We use this ladder outdoors for accessing and maintaining the entire exterior of the RV and truck. We’ve also used it to trim low hanging branches that were blocking our path.
Quick Touch-Up Silicone Caulk
Silicone Window and Door Caulk – 2.8 oz – Squeeze – Clear
We use this for quick convenient touch ups of sealant on showers, sinks, countertops, etc.
Dicor Self-Leveling Roof Sealant
Dicor Self-Leveling Lap Sealant for RV Roof
We use the self-leveling version of Dicor to maintain a waterproof seal around almost anything on top of our rubber RV roof, including antennas, skylights, exhaust fans, etc.
Dicor Non-Leveling Roof Sealant
Dicor Non-Leveling Non-Sag Lap Sealant for RV Roof
We use the non-sag, non-leveling version of Dicor (which will not run or drip) for maintaining a waterproof seal on the sides and corners of the rubber RV roof.
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System)
TST FLOW THRU TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) with 4 to 12 Sensors
Allows us to monitor the pressure and temperature of all tires on the RV and truck in real-time and alerts if there are any issues.
Digital Tire Pressure Gauge
Digital Tire Pressure Gauge with Backlit LCD and Flashlight
We use this primarily on travel days for quickly confirming the pressure of all 12 of our tires (6 on the rig & 6 on the truck) before hitting the road.
RV-Safe Tire Inflator with 60ft hose
VIAIR 450P-RVS Automatic 12-volt Portable Tire Inflator – 130 PSI – 100% Duty Cycle
Used to keep our RV and truck tires topped off (can handle the 110 PSI needed on our rig). Also includes 60ft of air hoses so we can reach every tire with ease.
Extended Reach Dual Head Air Chuck
Milton 1/4″ FNPT Extended Reach Dual Head Air Chuck
This allows us to better reach the tire stems on both the inner and outer tires on the rear of the dually. We’re able to add air without this, but it takes a bit longer and we get a lot dirtier.
Fork Oil for Leveling Jacks
Maxima 15WT Standard Hydraulic Fork Oil
We use this for reducing the popping and creaking of our hydraulic leveling jacks, which is a common occurance on hydraulic leveling systems, especially during big swings in daily temps.
Cordless 40V Power Cleaner
Lippert Flow Max 40V Battery Powered Portable Power Cleaner
This power cleaner is the main staple of our rig cleaning kit. This has nowhere near the pressure of a gas powered pressure washer but it’s the best portable alternative we’ve found thus far.
Waterless Wash Deluxe Pole Kit
Waterless WashWaxAll Mop with Deluxe Pole Kit and Bug Scrubber/Mini Mop
This was the first kit we tried using for keeping the rig clean. While waterless cleaning was great for removing light dirt, we’re often much dirtier before we get around to cleaning, so we rarely use the WashWaxAll solution. We do use the pole and mop head at every wash though, mostly when using soap and water.
Heavy Duty Elbow Length Gloves
26-inch Nitrile X-Large Elbow Length Chemical Resistant Yellow Gloves
We use these for any exceptionally messy or harsh jobs that we may come across. They have a textured grip and are also nice and thick for protection from cuts and punctures.
Carbon Replacement Water Filter Cartridges
Flow-Pur 8 Carbon Block Filter Cartridge
These cartridges fit the water filtration system that came stock on our rig, which filters all water entering the coach. We change these out every 3 months or if we notice a drop in water pressure.
Anode Rod for Water Heater Tank
ONENESS Anode Rod for RV Water Heater Tank – Magnesium
We replace this anode rod and flush out our water heater tank every six months to prevent corrosion and keep things clean.
Water Heater Tank Rinser Attachment
Camco Water Heater Tank Rinser Hose Attachment
We use this attachment for periodically rinsing sediment and buildup out of the bottom of our water heater tank. We do this every time we replace the anode rod.
Hand Pump with Water Hose Fitting
Valterra P23507VP Plastic Hand Pump Kit
We primarily use this to prime our water pump so it can pull water from our water bladder to refill our water tanks when boondocking, but it can also be used for winterizing our pipes with antifreeze if ever needed.
A/C Evaporator Coil No-Rinse Cleaner
Nu-Calgon Evap Foam No Rinse Evaporator Coil Cleaner – 18 oz
We use this for periodically cleaning dirt and grime from our A/C evaporator coils.
A/C Condensor Coil No-Rinse Cleaner
Frost King Condensor Foam No Rinse Low VOC Coil Cleaner – 19 oz
We use this low VOC foam for periodically cleaning our A/C condensor coils. The low VOC formula is safer for use on coils that come in contact with breathable air.
Aluminum Foil Multi-Purpose HVAC Tape
Nashua 322 Multi-Purpose Aluminum Foil HVAC Tape
We use this for sealing any gaps or holes we may find in our A/C ducts and components, improving and/or maintaining the overall efficiency of the system.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Brush
Dryer Vent Cleaning Brush – Flexible – 28.5″ Long
We use this for cleaning out accumulated lint from our clothes dryer vent. The length and flexibility allows us to reach most of the tube. Built up lint slows drying times and can also be a fire hazard.
Oil for Cummins Onan 5500 Generator
Cummins SAE 15W-40 Oil for Onan 5500 Generator
We use this when changing the oil in our Onan 5500 gas generator after every 150 hours of run time or once per year, whichever comes first.
Oil Filter for Onan 5500 Generator
Oil Filter for Cummins Onan 5500 Generator
We change out this oil filter every time we do an oil change on our Onan 5500 gas generator.
Air Filter for Onan 5500 Generator
Air Filter for Cummins Onan 5500 Generator
We change this air filter on our Onan 5500 gas generator after every 150 hours of run time or if we’ve run for a while in very dusty/dirty environments.
Electrical Contact Cleaner Spray
WD-40 Electrical Contact Cleaner Spray
We use this for primarily keeping the 7 way plug clean and corrosion free.
Nitrile Disposable Gloves
NitriPride Nitrile Exam Gloves – Large – 100 Count
We use these for fueling the truck (diesel pump handles are notoriously oily) and for handling sewer components. We prefer powder free and easy on/off. These are the best we’ve found.
Heavy Duty Grease Gun with Flex Hose
Heavy Duty Pistol Grip Grease Gun – 6000 PSI with 18 inch Flex Hose
We use this for greasing all zerk fittings on our suspension, on our hitch and also when repacking our wheel bearings or adding a little grease to the hubs.
Full Synthetic #2 Lithium Grease
Valvoline Moly-Fortified Gray Full Synthetic Grease 14.1 OZ Cartridge
We’ve used this particular grease for greasing the zerk fittings on the suspension as well as the fifth wheel hitch.
Lucas Oil Red 'N' Tacky #2 Grease
Lucas Oil 10574 Red ‘N’ Tacky Grease – 16 OZ
We’ve used this particular grease for repacking all of the wheel bearings on the RV and for adding to the wheel hubs.
Dual Tip Grease Seal Puller Tool
Lisle Grease Seal Puller Tool
We use this tool for removing the grease seals when repacking our wheel bearings.
Non-Flammable Brake Parts Cleaner
CRC BRAKLEEN Brake Parts Cleaner – Non-Flammable Aerosol Can
We primarily use this for cleaning the hubs, spindles, bearings, drums, etc. when repacking our wheel bearings.
Wheel Bearing Seal & Race Driver Set
Aluminum Wheel Bearing Race and Seal Bushing Driver Set with Carrying Case
We use this set for pressing in new grease seals and/or races (if needed) when servicing our wheel bearings.
Wheel Bearing Grease Packer Tool
Lisle Handy Wheel Bearing Grease Packer Tool
We use this for easily packing new grease into our wheel bearings, avoiding the time and mess of having to pack them by hand.
Trickle Charger / Battery Maintainer - Fiat 500
NOCO GENIUS2D 2-Amp Direct-Mount Onboard 12V Battery Trickle Charger / Maintainer / Desulfator with Temperature Compensation
We installed this in the Fiat so we can plug it into any outlet and keep the battery healthy if the car were ever to go unused for a week or more.
Trickle Charger / Battery Maintainer - Ford F-450
NOCO GENIUS10 10-Amp Direct-Mount Onboard 12V Battery Trickle Charger / Maintainer / Desulfator with Temperature Compensation
We installed this in the F-450 so we can plug it into any outlet and keep the dual batteries healthy if the truck were ever to go unused for a week or more.
Battery Charger Terminal Accessory - Ford F-450
NOCO GC002 X-Connect M6 Eyelet Terminal Accessory For NOCO Genius Smart Battery Chargers
We added this on to the NOCO GENIUS10 so we could permanently connect the charger to the F-450’s battery system.
EternaBond RV Roof Repair Tape
EternaBond White RV Rubber Roof Repair Tape – 4″ x 10′
We keep this on hand for any roof repairs that may need to be made. It’s especially helpful in emergency situations where you need to make a quick roof seal while on the side of the road 😉
303 Aerospace Rubber Protectant
303 Aerospace Rubber Protectant
We try to clean and apply this to the RV and truck tires at least once per month in order to extend the life of the rubber by protecting it from UV rays, dirt, dust and grime.
Disposable Shop Towels
Scott Blue Disposable Shop Towels
We primariliy use these outside for cleaning up grease, liquids, oils and other substantial messes. These are strong and very absorbant.
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