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- | > "Take what you can't buy when you need it...leave the rest." -- uncledon((http:// | ||
- | ====== Tools and equipment ====== | ||
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- | ===== for the build ===== | ||
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- | ==== power tools ==== | ||
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- | The most commonly mentioned items for a build are a cordless drill and saw of some kind. Akrvbob recommends an [[http:// | ||
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- | Corded tools can be used with an [[electrical: | ||
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- | **Circular saws**, sometimes called Skilsaws, are used for cutting lumber. | ||
- | When using a jigsaw gsfish reminds us to tape the bottom so we do not scratch the camper' | ||
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- | ==== hand tools ==== | ||
- | hammer, mallet | ||
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- | ==== misc ==== | ||
- | Zipties, measuring tape, gloves, ear protection, eye protection | ||
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- | ===== for the road ===== | ||
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- | ==== vehicle maintenance ==== | ||
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- | The owner should: | ||
- | - read and understand the owner' | ||
- | - have the ability to change a tire (or pay for a service) | ||
- | - have the ability to check/add oil, wiper, coolant, and tire air levels (including the spare) | ||
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- | filters: | ||
- | belts: | ||
- | fluids: | ||
- | hoses: | ||
- | electric: | ||
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- | ==== tools for fasteners ==== | ||
- | As you climb all over the camper during the build take note of all the fasteners you see: screws, bolts, allen head, square head, torx, etc.((http:// | ||
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- | ==== tire changing ==== | ||
- | spare tire, jack, lugwrench | ||
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- | ==== electric ==== | ||
- | fuses, connectors, wire stripper, distilled water for watering batteries, multimeter, extension cord for shore power | ||
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- | ==== 12v air compressor ==== | ||
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- | Not only can your air up a tire or inflate other items, but having a compressor lets you [[lifestyle: | ||
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- | [[https:// | ||
- | SternWake, jimindenver, | ||
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- | StarEcho recommends the [[http:// | ||
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- | DannyB1954 recommends the [[http:// |