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Wasoki

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We have shopped long enough and ordered our first motorhome (Georgetown 335 ds) I am assuming that we will moving most of the "stuff" from the boat to the MH (tools, bedding, dishes, pots and pans, etc.)  Being mindful of limited cargo carrying capacity, what are some of the things, large & small, that you wish you had from the very start?  What have you learned that you now do without?

I am told that it will  take 11 weeks  to build/deliver the MH, so I am compiling a list of must have goodies in anticipation.​
 
A really good truck size tire pressure gage... the long one with the angled head... even if you get a TPMS.
 
I second the heavy reserve in the bank account ::)

But I figure each item I have fixed generally won't have to be done again.  Of course lots of money was spent on bringing up all the neglected maintenance on this one.

I'm not sure if your new one comes with the air leveling system or you have legs.  If you do get the pads to put under them.  I didn't and one sank in the mud pretty good.

 
....a full size toilet (if it will fit)
....a collapsable ladder
....5 gallon bucket full of patience ;D
 
If I was buying another MH I'd ask for the owners manual(s) well before delivery and read it at least a couple of times prior to taking delivery. Then, I'd have an idea of how everything was supposed to work and during the walkthru I'd be able to identify from my notes things that didn't make sense when I read about them and be able to ask questions.

I'd also try to find a similar unit and walk thru it a couple of times during my manual study period to make sure I understood what I was reading by getting an eyeball on that particular item.

Ken
 
Don't over Plan. If you do you will run screaming.
An RV is for Recrorating.  We started fulltime last September and after 3 rigs, and weekenders, decided to pull the plug and go big and full time.
We haven't looked back since and are having a great time.
When we sold out and started, we made list after list and spent many hours on the internet, to the point we were getting a headache, so don't over plan. The things you give up to downsize can go to storage, if you haven't gone back to get them in a year, sell them at a big garage sale (You did not need them anyway).
Life is to short to keep saying "Gee I Wish"-Go do it and love it.
 
larry6943 said:
Don't over Plan. If you do you will run screaming.
An RV is for Recrorating.  We started fulltime last September and after 3 rigs, and weekenders, decided to pull the plug and go big and full time.
We haven't looked back since and are having a great time.
When we sold out and started, we made list after list and spent many hours on the internet, to the point we were getting a headache, so don't over plan. The things you give up to downsize can go to storage, if you haven't gone back to get them in a year, sell them at a big garage sale (You did not need them anyway).
Life is to short to keep saying "Gee I Wish"-Go do it and love it.
Make sure you save all those lists of things! you will want them...for your first campfire!! Don't over plan and don't buy a bunch of stuff. You will get a much better idea of what you need as you go.
 
Every new vehicle, don't matter if it is a motor home or a motor cycle, Needs to be DRIVEN,.

Driving it circulates lubricants, it flexes the tires and brings essential protective oils to the surface and it basically makes the thing feel good.. letting it sit there and rot,, Is very bad.
 
bucks2 said:
If I was buying another MH I'd ask for the owners manual(s) well before delivery and read it at least a couple of times prior to taking delivery. Then, I'd have an idea of how everything was supposed to work and during the walkthru I'd be able to identify from my notes things that didn't make sense when I read about them and be able to ask questions.

I'd also try to find a similar unit and walk thru it a couple of times during my manual study period to make sure I understood what I was reading by getting an eyeball on that particular item.

Ken
I second this...... ;)
 
Get the Sonic Screwdriver with it and you don't need a toolbox.
 
bucks2 said:
If I was buying another MH I'd ask for the owners manual(s) well before delivery and read it at least a couple of times prior to taking delivery. Then, I'd have an idea of how everything was supposed to work and during the walkthru I'd be able to identify from my notes things that didn't make sense when I read about them and be able to ask questions.

I'd also try to find a similar unit and walk thru it a couple of times during my manual study period to make sure I understood what I was reading by getting an eyeball on that particular item.

Ken
This is an exhalent idea. When you do your walk around I would use a small tape recorder to help you rember what was said. Just identify what you are talking about such as this is how you set up the tv for over the air stations or this is how you turn on the hot water heater. Believe me you will be on sensory overload and may not remember everything that was said. DO NOT let them rush you. Do not let them talk you into signing any papers until you are satisfied Trust me they are the most attentive to your needs when you have that check still in your pocket.
When you get everything moved in try this spend the night in your driveway or a local campground. Keep a pen and note pad so you can make the list that counts, the list of things you really need.
Bill
 
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