Whether you are towing an RV trailer, fifth wheel, or driving a class A,B,C RV here is my list of ten tools you should carry and actually likely use during your road adventures. This is based off of my own journeys and frequent tool usage and what I found handy to have with me when needed.
1. Cordless Drill/Driver
Having a cordless drill/driver on hand is invaluable. It comes in handy as you frequently tighten screws and bolts, install and deinstall items, and generally maintain your RV.
- Ergonomically Designed: Work in tight areas with a compact design that gets into tough spots
- Compact and Lightweight: Both tools are designed to fit into difficult to reach spaces. The 1/4″ impact driver has a len…
- Both the DEWALT impact driver and electric drill driver feature integrated LED work lights with a convenient 20-second d…
2. Cordless Impact Wrench
A cordless impact wrench may seem a lot to carry but when you are changing tires and trying to get stubborn lug nuts loosened this will become your favorite tool. Also very handy to have when tightening large hitch bolts and other big jobs around the RV.
- Powerful motor produces 260 ft-lbs of torque for heavy applications
- Maximum of 1,650 rpm’s for driving large fasteners quickly
- 1/2″ hog ring for quick and easy socket changes
3. Telescoping Ladder
I carry a telescoping ladder with me on any extended trips so I can use it to work around the RV roof line and slide outs without having to stand on the roof and hang over the side dangerously. Very handy to just lean this ladder on the side of the RV and work on roof edges, gutters, top of windows and awnings.
- 【All-Aluminum Construction】This telescopic ladder is made of high-quality thickened aluminum alloy with a larger and thi…
- 【Reinforced Design】Two triangular support members at the bottom provide a stable frame for the ladder. The non-slip top …
- 【Independent Locking Mechanism】Each step of the telescopic ladder is equipped with an independent locking device for fix…
4. Socket Set
A socket set is a must-have to use around the RV to use on nuts and bolts around the RV. It is just a fact of life of an RV, things loosen and break as you travel down the road. You will use this essential tool often.
5. 12V Power Probe
Along with a multimeter, having a 12V probe on hand provides a quick way to probe your RV or tow vehicle for 12V power. Since so much of the truck and RV runs off of 12VDC this tool provides a fast way to troubleshoot 12V problems in cables and connectors.
- ALL-IN-ONE POWER CIRCUIT TESTER — QUICK & EASY: Fix vehicle electrical issues in minutes—no guesswork, no complicated se…
- ADVANCED FOUR WORKING MODES — SIMPLE & INTUITIVE: Easily switch between DC voltage, AC voltage, resistance, and diode mo…
- COMPONENT ACTIVATION & TEST — CHECK BEFORE YOU REPLACE: Activate and test components directly—like fuel injectors, radia…
6. Multimeter
Along with a 12V probe, a multimeter is a great all around tool to have on hand to probe for both 12VDC and 120VAC power around the RV. Along with the multimeter having a non-contact voltage pen and an outlet tester will equip you for optimum testing and troubleshooting of RV power. This kit below provides a complete set to get you started.
- 1 Kit, 3 Essential Tools – Unzip it to reveal your complete diagnostic setup: a digital multimeter, non-contact voltage …
- Versatile Digital Multimeter: Measures AC/DC Voltage (600V), DC Current (10A), Resistance (20MΩ), Continuity, Diode & Ba…
- Smart Non-Contact Voltage Detector: No guess work! LCD gives live % and color read-outs, plus beeps and flashing LEDs wh…
7. Plumbing Crimp Tool
Plumbing is critical in an RV for enjoyable camping experiences but having water leaks is also a frustrating experience. Having a crimp tool on hand to repair plumbing lines, install new plumbing fixtures, and upgrade plumbing connections is invaluable. Get one of these and keep it on hand for emergency usage.
- Universal : This pex clamp tool kit meets ASTM F2098 standard and will work well with any manufacturer’s 3/8″ to 1″ stai…
- Durable : The pipe cinch tool is forged from solid manganese steel for long service life, and the interior jaw is cut by…
- Easy & Smooth : The pex crimper features a ratchet & self-releasing mechanism which will ensure each crimping easy and c…
8. Water Meter
Having a water meter on hand is crucial to prevent water problems of overfilling holding tanks on the RV. The last thing you want to do is overfill a black or gray tank while flushing them out and driving sewage into the RV, or worse yet, bursting the tank causing a very expensive repair bill.
- Measures water usage in gallons
- Accurate to 1/10th of a gallon
- Calculates both single-use and total water consumption
9. Plastic Chisels
These handy tools are always on hand in my truck. Very useful to use for scraping caulking and sealants around the RV avoiding scratches and scrapes using screwdrivers or razor blades to do it. They can be sharpened as needed as you use them to keep the soft edge for optimum scraping/chiseling.
- Material: Crafted from durable industrial-grade nylon, these automotive scrapers offer exceptional hardness and wear res…
- Design: Featuring a contoured anti-slip grip and integrated guard, each scraper allows for comfortable, controlled use w…
- Functional: Ideal for auto body trim removal, decal adhesive cleanup, label stripping, and caulk scraping. Safely works …
10. Rubber Mallet
The items is often overlooked but very handy to have on hand to pound wheel chocks in when setting up or other items needing a good whack while avoiding damaging it. Regular metal hammers will damage items while a rubber mallet will not.
- 【High quality materials】The rubber hammer head is carefully crafted from new high-quality materials, with good elasticit…
- 【Comfortable grip】The rubber hammer handle is made of soft and non slip TPR material with a fiberglass core, providing e…
- 【Safe and reliable】 The reliable embedding process connects the hammer head to the handle more firmly than usual bonding…
Take-Away
Having these handy tools on hand will provide you with a set of tools to make RV maintenance easier and trouble free. Grab a set of these and travel headache free. Happy traveling.
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