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tools:intro [2017/06/10 12:31]
frater_secessus [for the road]
tools:intro [2020/01/07 20:22]
frater_secessus [vehicle maintenance]
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 ===== for the build ===== ===== 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://amzn.to/2oOGZpc|18v Ryobi kit]] for value.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-If-you-could-only-buy-2-power-tools-for-a-fresh-van-conversion-what-would-they-be?pid=125607#pid125607)) The most commonly mentioned items for a build are a cordless drill and saw of some kind. Akrvbob recommends an [[http://amzn.to/2oOGZpc|18v Ryobi kit]] for value.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-If-you-could-only-buy-2-power-tools-for-a-fresh-van-conversion-what-would-they-be?pid=125607#pid125607))
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-==== cordless drill  ====+**Circular saws**, sometimes called Skilsaws, are used for cutting lumber.  **Jigsaws** are used for finer work. 
 +When using a jigsaw gsfish reminds us to tape the bottom so we do not scratch the camper's finish.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-If-you-could-only-buy-2-power-tools-for-a-fresh-van-conversion-what-would-they-be?pid=124676#pid124676))
  
 +==== hand tools ====
 +hammer, mallet
  
  
-==== impact driver ====+==== misc ==== 
 +Zipties, measuring tape, gloves, ear protection, eye protection
  
  
 +===== for the road =====
  
 +==== vehicle maintenance ====
  
-==== saws ====+The owner should: 
 +  - read and understand the owner's manual so you know the maintenance schedule and what the dash lights mean 
 +  - 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)
  
  
-**Circular saws**, sometimes called Skilsaws, are used for cutting lumber. 
  
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-**Jigsaws** are used for finer work. 
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-When using a jigsaw gsfish reminds us to tape the bottom so we do not scratch the camper's finish.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-If-you-could-only-buy-2-power-tools-for-a-fresh-van-conversion-what-would-they-be?pid=124676#pid124676)) 
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-===== for the road ===== 
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-==== vehicle maintenance ==== 
 filters:  air, fuel filters:  air, fuel
 belts:  serpentine or all belts as needed belts:  serpentine or all belts as needed
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 ==== electric ==== ==== electric ====
-fuses, connectors, wire stripper, distilled water for watering batteries+fuses, connectors, wire stripper, distilled water for watering batteries, multimeter, extension cord for shore power
  
  
  
 ==== 12v air compressor ==== ==== 12v air compressor ====
-[[http://amzn.to/2hyXySX|{{ https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51MYzZYOgvL._AC_US174_.jpg}}]] + 
-SternWake, jimindenver, and akrvbob recommend the [[http://amzn.to/2hyXySX|Q Industries MV50 compressor]].((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Best-All-Terrain-Tires-For-Van?pid=251028#pid251028))((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Best-All-Terrain-Tires-For-Van?pid=250979#pid250979))+Not only can your air up a tire or inflate other items, but having a compressor lets you [[lifestyle:traction|lower your tire air pressure to increase traction]] and get you out of sand or mud. 
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 +[[https://amzn.to/2WEtmFK|{{ https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51MYzZYOgvL._AC_US174_.jpg}}]] 
 +SternWake, jimindenver, and akrvbob recommend the [[https://amzn.to/2WEtmFK|Q Industries MV50 compressor]].((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Best-All-Terrain-Tires-For-Van?pid=251028#pid251028))((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Best-All-Terrain-Tires-For-Van?pid=250979#pid250979)) It appears to be marketed now as the Master Flow MF-1050 Tire Inflator.
  
 StarEcho recommends the [[http://amzn.to/2oO4UFn|Kobalt 120v/12v compressor]].((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Air-Compressors--23246?pid=279332#pid279332)) StarEcho recommends the [[http://amzn.to/2oO4UFn|Kobalt 120v/12v compressor]].((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Air-Compressors--23246?pid=279332#pid279332))
  
 DannyB1954 recommends the [[http://amzn.to/2nWzcl1|Ryobi 18-Volt ONE+ Power Inflator]].((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Air-Compressors--23246?pid=279581#pid279581)) DannyB1954 recommends the [[http://amzn.to/2nWzcl1|Ryobi 18-Volt ONE+ Power Inflator]].((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Air-Compressors--23246?pid=279581#pid279581))
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