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-> "Take what you can't buy when you need it...leave the rest." -- uncledon((http://www.irv2.com/forums/f92/what-to-keep-tool-wise-332270.html#post3518208)) 
  
-====== 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://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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-Corded tools can be used with an [[electrical:inverter|inverter]].  A PSW version may help keep motor temperatures down and help with picky battery chargers.  
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-**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)) 
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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 ==== 
-filters:  air, fuel 
-belts:  serpentine or all belts as needed 
-fluids:  trans fluid, brake fluid, motor oil 
-hoses:  radiator upper and lower hoses 
-electric:  bulbs, fuses 
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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://www.irv2.com/forums/f92/what-to-keep-tool-wise-332270.html#post3518152))   
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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 ==== 
-[[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)) 
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-StarEcho recommends the [[http://amzn.to/2oO4UFn|Kobalt 120v/12v compressor]].((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Air-Compressors--23246?pid=279332#pid279332)) 
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-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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