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
(NOTE: This list is a constant WORK IN PROGRESS so if you don't see what you're looking for, have specific questions, or even find a link that's no longer working, feel free to shoot us an email at atswego@gmail.com or submit a message HERE and we'll get back with you as soon as we can.)
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Replenishables
Replacement CR1632 Button Batteries
Energizer CR1632 3V Lithium Coin Batteries
These are the replacement batteries for our TST TPMS (tire pressure monitor system) wheel sensors.
Replacement CR2032 Button Batteries
Panasonic CR2032 3V Lithium Coin Batteries
These are replacement batteries for our SimpliSafe alarm system entry sensors.
9V Energizer Alkaline Batteries
Energizer MAX 9V Alkaline Batteries
We use these in our smoke detectors and any other devices that require 9V batteries.
AA Ultimate Lithium Batteries
Energizer AA Ultimate Lithium Batteries
These are the best batteries for use in our Blink security cameras, which can last up to 2 years before needing to be replaced.
AA Rechargeable Battery Kit
Panasonic Eneloop AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery KIT 2000mAh
We use these for most of our AA battery applications (SimpliSafe keypad, remote controls, wireless mouses, etc.) so we don’t have to keep buying disposable ones. This kit includes 4 batteries and a charger.
AA Rechargeable Batteries
Panasonic Eneloop AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries 2000mAh
This is an 8 pack of extra batteries that can be charged with the charger from the starter pack.
AA Rechargeable Battery Kit
Panasonic Eneloop Pro AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery KIT 2550mAh
We use these for higher drain AA applications where we need the longest lasting battery possible (wireless mic packs, shotgun mics, etc.) so we don’t have to keep buying disposable ones. This is an 8 pack of extra batteries since we already have a charger.
AA Rechargeable Batteries
Panasonic Eneloop Pro AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries 2550mAh
This is an 8 pack of extra batteries that can be charged with the charger from the starter pack.
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.
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.
Rapid Dissolving RV Toilet Paper
Scott Rapid Dissolving Toilet Paper for RVs – 16 Rolls
We’ve used this toilet paper from day one and have had no issues with clogging or slow tank dumping. We actually did an experiment ourselves to see if it dissolved that much better than regular paper and it was day and night!
Rapid Dissolving RV Toilet Paper
Scott Rapid Dissolving Toilet Paper for RVs – 48 Rolls
We’ve used this toilet paper from day one and have had no issues with clogging or slow tank dumping. We actually did an experiment ourselves to see if it dissolved that much better than regular paper and it was day and night!
Dicor Self-Leveling Roof Sealant
Dicor Self-Leveling Lap Sealant for RV Roof
We use the self-leveling version of Dicor for maintaining 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Electrical Contact Cleaner Spray
WD-40 Electrical Contact Cleaner Spray
We use this for primarily keeping the 7 way plug clean and corrosion free.
Replacement LED Light Bulbs
White Replacement LED Light Bulbs – 12V – 1156 – 1141 – 1003 – 50-SMD
So far we’ve had to replace these in our porch and flood light. These fit in all 1156 bulb applications on our rig.
A/C Evaporator Coil No-Rinse Cleaner
Nu-Calgon Evap Foam No Rinse Evaporator Coil Cleaner – 18 oz
We use this for periodically cleaning 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.
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.
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.
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.
Garden Hose Rubber Washer Seals
Garden Hose Rubber Washer Seals
We’ve had to replace a few of these over time to fix small leaks coming from our freshwater connections when the old washers have gone bad.
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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