Small RV Accessories That Make a Big Difference!

[@keithnorris8982]

I just bought my 31 ft. 5th wheel (actually delivering it tomorrow.) I have been watching several channels for about the last 6 months and wow, it really helped me tremendously. Tomorrow I start preparation for this late fall. I'll spend the rest of the summer getting use to driving. Parking, driving through my city, taking country roads etc. This whole process has been a blast. I want to thank all of the channels AND comments from other viewers. I'm 78 and going it alone. -keith

[@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234]

Awesome. Living life!

[@WestShoreMan]

You are setting a really great example! Congrats!

[@keithnorris8982]

@@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234 Thanx:-)

[@keithnorris8982]

@@WestShoreMan Thanx:-)

[@niteninja0133]

Congratulations, I'm in the same boat. But not buying a 5th wheel or 78 haha, but im 35 and buying a travel trailer and traveling alone. Life is too short. Gotta enjoy things even alone. And see what the best country in the world has to offer. Safe travels Sir.

[@meganmaki8489]

Another small item. Male and female caps for water hoses. Sometimes you need to disconnect a hose and you don't want to coil it up into itself. These hoses carry your drinking water so keeping them sanitary is critical. I'm a licensed water distribution manager. Having male and female caps on hand prevents dirt, insects, pesticides, bacteria, feces, etc. from entering your water system and ultimately, your body.

[@bug2011]

An item that I've found very useful for working in low light situations outside is a headband light. It keeps both hands free for working.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Great recommendation! I keep one in the truck because you never know when you will need it.

[@rcheas4894]

The little stools work good as foot rests in front of your camp chair too.

[@Chimp_6]

We have most of what you suggested and use them all the time. One other thing that seems a bit silly (but for me are indispensable) are sturdy but comfortable knee pads. They are knee savers for the "low level" projects like airing up the tires. I got mine at Lowe's for $18, hard rubber on the outside and about 2" of soft foam on the inside.

[@windrider65]

I've got a pair, I also carry one of the knell ons for gardening.

[@brucewallace3860]

The collapsible bucket is a winner - on my list. I’ve kept a folding shovel (army surplus) and used it multiple times for putting out camp fire, shoveling some light snow, etc. Cheap, takes up little space.

[@GregsWorkshopOregon]

The sharp edge works great for splitting kindling too

[@Bobcatz1870]

A three way hose splitter. We hook it up to the camp site spout. Use one outlet to hook up the RV water, another to set up a spray hose, and the third for just filling a pot of water to boil on the camp stove. Pray hose is good to spray down feet, messy dishes, dusty roads at camp sites…

[@raymondschneider5217]

The small stool would be useful to put in a backpack, when doing some exploring, I think. If one gets a bit tired, you have a convenient seat while you regain your breath. Thanks for sharing, Jared. Y'all Be Safe!

[@rabbi7933]

I have the same stool. I’ve also used it when fishing. Hiking it in wasn’t terrible, nor was it particularly easy.

[@coffeewithlinda]

I use that chair when I go biking. It fits right in my basket and I always have a place to sit!

[@Huntinggearguy]

Yeah, we got some of those chairs at Costco and they're the best camping chairs. So portable and comfortable

[@nuthinfancy78]

A must have is also a collapsible trash bucket with zipper lid. Lasts us a long weekend and keeps trash contained and covered. Also not small but our favorite new item is a Gazelle screen house. It’s a little large but requires zero assembly and sets up in literally minutes. Happy camping!

[@curteckert2698]

I also like the collapsible trash can. We can put a liner in it for trash, dry only, or we can just put stuff in it to keep the wind from blowing things .

[@waynehoffman456]

We have found little hooks that can be put up with command strips. These can be put in places where you want to hang a hat or a dog lead. You can put them on the back of the bathroom door for towels etc. we also found spice racks that can be hung the same way. I would just say, with the spice racks, use plastic spice bottles. Glass seems too heavy and will peel them off.

[@davelauraphillips8814]

Use the collapsible bucket with a rope to lift things up to the roof when working up there.

[@BrokenDreamsReborn]

That sounds like a great idea!

[@darylhawkins4658]

Great video. I wear a pair of jersey gloves when packing up. I can wipe items down prior to storing them. I wear them doing light chores. If my hands stay clean, so do my clothes.

[@LoveShackBBQ]

We have the same chairs, and absolutely love them. A little handy tool i bought was a Camco sewer cap tool/wrench. Fits any cap and was only a few bucks.

[@timtimtimmay4654]

Opaque condiment bottles are super convenient for a lot of things, like using them for oil on the Blackstone, spot cleaning dishes and silverware, washing hands away from the RV, and in general conserving water by only using exactly what you need in between tank fill ups. I also particularly love my portable propane water heater/shower, esp in the teardrop with no plumbing. Just fill up your collapsible bucket, put in the siphon hose, and fire it up for a hot shower anywhere.

[@wanda8027able]

The grab bar that attaches to the screen door. Won’t be without one.

[@danielmoore1490]

This is my favorite mod to my RV. Very close second is adding magnets to the storage doors

[@mbristow755]

Link?

[@adventureswithcorrine]

Mine came with one or i would have bought one!

[@bobhewlett3633]

Thanks for key tip about sitting on collapsible bucket 😂🪣

[@travisandstaceyivy]

The collapsible bucket chair bit. Laughs earned sir. Out loud laughs even.

[@rhess10]

I have always wanted a camping chair that I can keep in a kitchen drawer

[@pativoogd2721]

Nope

[@UPSbulldog]

A friend just recommended your channel and I am finding it very helpful. I did look at the folding chair at Costco this spring. I personally did not find it comfortable, but I'm 73" tall and weigh 260. But every one is different and Costco has a great return policy. I'll keep watching your channel.

[@phylliswark4968]

try this for a folding seat or step or foot stool or side table etc. Well worth it. Portable Folding Stool Folding Camping Stool Height Adjustable Outdoor Plastic Stools for Camping Hiking Fishing BBQ

[@MarshaMarsha885]

I take a magnetic hook and place on side of steps for the whisk broom.

[@loriphinney8003]

My new toy is the save a drop water meter. Great way to measure water when you don’t have sewer hookup.

[@BrokenDreamsReborn]

We have one of those too and love it!

[@loriw2661]

I have a collapsible laundry basket. Works great!

[@BrokenDreamsReborn]

We love our collapsible laundry basket too!

[@jamesmartin7282]

I carry a 20# to 1# adapter so I can fill 1# propane bottles from my 20# bottle. As much as I don't like 1# bottles, I still need them for my propane lantern and two-burner stove and grill if I'm cooking outside.

[@coosabass4934]

I have those exact same chairs, got 2 of them at a "closeout store" for $9 each! I love them! Major score IMHO.

[@AllAboutRVs]

That is an amazing deal.

[@Gloria-ss9mq]

The stool is great though!

[@Mimiw28]

I enjoy these videos because you do all the work and we reap the benefits. I prefer to be recommended products that have been tried and tested. Saves me time and money. Thanks.

[@nancybaker1145]

Great tips - thank you! Happy Fathers Day weekend!

[@adventureswithcorrine]

Step stool pro tip! You'll find it at Walmart in the laundry isle! Weird location, but that's where they stock it. 11.98 in Indiana.

[@rabbi7933]

Small USB grilless fans. On warmer nights they can be the difference between having to run the AC or not.

[@alysonwilliamsborger3885]

I enjoy the mix of humor with great information!

[@kristinawarriorprincess9270]

All of those items can be replaced with just a regular bucket. Turn over the bucket and sit on it = stool, turn over the bucket and step on it = stepstool, and a bucket can also be used as a bucket!

[@ThingsAboutMusic]

But he stores items in the bucket. Right now I have the bucket filled with odds and ends from previous repair jobs. I'd have to empty it ever time I have to use it. Second bucket is no big deal, get two of the same kind and they can nest and in my storage area they would still fit. The collapsible bucket could be used in areas where a fix plastic bucket would not, like for groceries in those up top storage spaces.

[@onecoolnerd987]

I loved the comedy in this one! Great 👍 job Jared!

[@wmcnett]

My Leatherman Wave multi-tool with belt holster and Maglight mini. On my hip whenever I need it and I need it a lot!! Also, InstantPot. So many meals and it takes little space and doesn't heat up the trailer.

[@scifisoldier]

Subscribed, thanks for being objective and concise.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thank you!

[@LoadedUpandTraveling]

I ❤️❤️❤️ this video. You won't imagine why. You finally gave me a solution to where to store my DYSON. I just realized that I have a huge amount of space on each side of our queen sized bed. Thank you so much!!! Sending this video to my husband and RV friends.

[@adventureswithcorrine]

Same!!!!

[@vintagedirtbiker5489]

LOVE your videos and thank you so much for all that you do! A suggestion. Try not to spend so much time on each item unless they are unique. Remember, to keep someone's attention make it SSTTP. Short Sweet To The Point. Again, thank you !

[@HowToRV]

You had me rolling on the floor when you sat on the collapsible bucket. 😂

[@Gracie-qg5lm]

I have two of those chairs and I love them so much!!!! Easy to store in my popup camper.

[@peterdement]

Consider the taller version of the step stool to act as a comfortable seat outside the RV when working on the RV.

[@ambermarie3683]

The bucket stool example was excellent! Thank you 😄

[@marcolara4745]

Great suggestions. Getting a vac

[@IsraellDFend]

Another great and useful video. Thanks J!

[@bjclassic1950]

There’s chairs for small people and there’s chairs for us Big people and no they don’t fold up small. We need a newer vacuum, will have to take a closer look at yours. Always a good idea to keep whisk broom handy👍

[@jamesmartin7282]

Also, I have a collapsible tall kitchen size trash bag holder, Coghlan's I think, that I keep outside for trash. Inside, I keep a 4 gallon waste basket.

[@RobbieCaptMilkboneBaxter]

Like it all BUT can't use most of what you showed because at 6'2" and 365 most of that would break quick. We got the folding stool, small broom and vacuum already so any ideas for us Larger folks on folding step and chairs?

[@preachers4135]

A man with a stature of 6’2” inquiring about a step stool for an RV? Sir do have a Space Craft RV?

[@MarkLuffman]

Thanks! Looking for an quick disconnect that replaces the throw away canister connection at my Weber grill. Also need one for my propane fire pit. Looks like I have a "QCC1 Regulator Valve for 1lb Type1 Throwaway Cylinder" on my Weber Grill. I want to quick disconnect at the grill and at the RV shut off valve.

[@itsme.rainilee]

I move my regular bucket out of the way about 20 times in the storage bay between use… maybe it’s time for a collapsible. Our foldable end table comes in handy on the patio all the time!

[@Molson88]

Great video! I noticed you had a drip tray in your hot water tank compartment for draining it. Can you link where you got it?

[@shawnberg868]

I came here to ask the same thing!! Never saw one of those before.

[@jackwitt5625]

I believe that is built into the tankless water heater like the one used in the Winnebago View/Navion. I don't remember the name but maybe Truma or something like that.

[@Gloria-ss9mq]

Good video, but I believe the brush you show in the video is a Libman brush and definitely not the one that the link goes to. We ordered the one from the link and it's a Mr. Clean Crumb Catcher :)

[@Flippin_Crazy]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@julianachandler2975]

I like your filming style. Well done.

[@dcglasgo]

Well no wonder the collapsible bucket didn't work when you sat on it... You forgot to fill it with water first.

[@BrokenDreamsReborn]

We have the collapsible buckets and the step ladder! We have found them very useful! ~ Shion and Matthew

[@jaimetarne9436]

I love my step stool to be able to get up into or reach into the bed of my truck. The husband laughed at me at firsy but now has seen the wisdom of havingnsuch a great tool.

[@tomd.benjamin762]

REALLY digging the collapsible bucket 🪣!!!

[@jaylineff]

Yeowsuh! Priced that vaccum on Amazon: $449!!!! Pricey little gadget.

[@AllAboutRVs]

That is expensive. We picked ours up for under $200 5 years ago on sale.

[@garylovio1180]

Great information. Thank you Sir!

[@til1645]

Just joining your channel. Great content young man! Keep up the good work 🙂

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thanks! Will do!

[@cherylnewell9806]

Thank you for all the ideas

[@markworks1324]

Another great video, happy Father’s Day!

[@TheVirginiaStew]

your "bucket" count 14 - LOL when you need a bucket, that is a definitely a bucket, best collapsible bucket int the bucket industry... Me 4... you win..you added 3 more at 5:32 Love ya.

[@ppineault]

another great vid full of helpful tips and advice....thanks again, Jared!...(and I've had one of those little collapsible tripod stools for years, they're incredibly handy)

[@aislinnkoenig9955]

Sitting on the bucket was the best part! These are great products, though! Thanks for sharing!

[@ChanceP]

I love the smaller compact chairs! We pack and take those things easy into our Jeep when we overland.

[@willieiso118]

love the new funky opening...

[@johnwayne1409]

Thanks for the tips, enjoying your channel, very good information with explanations follow-ups, keep em comming sir.

[@ElementaryExplorers]

I’ve also heard Tillamook buckets work really well…. 😉 😊

[@curious1366]

Love the comedy at 9:23!

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thanks.

[@olhesty2196]

Man, been usin' those little foldable stools for years at the homestead. I know that they were very popular in Japan when I was stationed there back in the 90's. Great video!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Thanks, Jared. This is a great list!

[@justintownsend7400]

Are those the JT strong arms on your front jacks? How do you like them? Better than using a tripod?

[@alexwatson431]

it's the steadyfast system. Based on his initial review with his old trailer I did the steadyfast system on my 5er, I absolutely love them. The fact that he did them again with his new trailer, I think he's sold on them too!

[@Masterchief68a]

We have that step stool and it’s terrific!

[@jbav330]

hey jared - i saw a connection on your water heater ... can you share ????

[@pativoogd2721]

That’s the part I don’t understand he wants us to comment he makes his videos and I have seen quite a few questions that he has not answered one person made a comment about something he did and he said thank you to them but the person right above it actually asked a question and he didn’t answer just like yours two years ago and there’s still no answer I do find that a little rude

[@JorgeSanchez-je4bt]

My propane regulator in the RV says 30 PSI but I have a low flow propane grill, which I think works off of 1/2 PSI. Is your setup the same? I am worried about creating a leak in the propane line if the the PSI is too much.

[@robertmatthews2009]

How about a mat at the bottom of the steps to wipe your feet?

[@Assassin1959]

Great accessories, thanks

[@HomeOnTheHitch]

Always love your videos Jared - Thank You

[@fvjuke]

What size is your collapsible bucket? How many litres or gallons?

[@joycemoses2411]

G!eat job on the sand castle! We liked the chairs. Have you tried using them on the beach/sand? Thank you! (It was funny watching you sit on the bucket). We use a collapsible dish drainer.

[@TheBurtonsAreHere]

Man wish can use a hose like that but our regulator on our little girl grill is the only way to adjust it. Would love to not drag the propane tank around every time we want to grill

[@bernardstevens3613]

We have the stool! WE LOVE IT!

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

I have a walking cane that opens into a little tripod seat . . .

[@kennethrose5422]

Good ideas

[@lkl5227]

Good advise…

[@zachabbott6899]

How did it feel to hear all those “buckets” when editing? 😂 love it

[@adventuresofsteveandlaurie]

Where did you get the slide out tray for your blackstone and was it difficult to install?

[@dmac3375]

Enjoy your channel. Very informative. I saw that you use the Anderson levelers. I’ve seen mixed reviews. Some say there not durable. Have you had any problems?

[@AllAboutRVs]

We haven’t had any problems with them. We used them almost every time we set up for three and a half years straight. Now that we have auto level we only use them when our site is very unlevel and we don’t want the wheels to be lifted off of the ground.

[@djjs7390]

We have the same propane hose for our black stone but we just can’t get the gas to flow good enough to keep it lit. We always have to go back to using the small regulated hose with the small camping tank. It’s pretty frustrating

[@jodiplock4784]

Good info

[@MOJones-mq1nq]

Do you have a Favorite *stick on* magnetic knife holder?

[@adventureswithcorrine]

I took mine that I had in my sticks n bricks. But, instead of attaching it with screws, i attached it with command strips. It holds a clever, chef's knife, filet knife, scissors, and tongs with no problems. It's a simple wooden magnetic holder. Nothing special.

[@chasinspring]

Collapsible bucket....okay...it's a bucket, that collapses...got it...har har...oh, and CANT sit on it. Good good. Your funny bro, can't wait to meet. Great vids.

[@lancehardwood122]

How many boxes are there to check for a camping chair? It’s a camping chair

[@mikefry334]

What lid are you using on the Blackstone

[@kenforehand9667]

Great video

[@clutchcargo666]

I can never use the propane outlet on my trailer because every grill I've ever found has its own permanently built in regulator and you can't run a grill that has a regulator to a source that has another regulator. I just bought a hose that connects directly to my external propane tanks to go to any grill that has a regulator. I'm not sure where all these grills that don't have a regulator are I've never found one.

[@JodysJourney]

My favorite accessories were the two hose wheels I bought to hold my electric cord and my water hose. So easy now to move them from the bay to the service area at the campsite. And then they stack well in the bay.

[@TheUSDirector]

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[@johnbankston72]

Sounds interesting. Can you provide a link?

[@shawnberg868]

What ones do you have? You use them with a 50 amp cord?

[@JodysJourney]

@@shawnberg868 I put the link above. I have a 30 amp cord. I just wrap them in there. There’s a spot at the bottom to pull your cord through to reach the pedestal. Same with hose. That way you don’t have to unwrap the whole thing, just what you need. The rest stays in the caddy.

[@shawnberg868]

@@JodysJourney Mind sharing again as a reply here? I don't see it in any of your comments. 😀

[@elisejames7110]

What is brand name of the vacuum cleaner?