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    Posted: 14 Jan 2017 at 6:41pm
hi all,
We finally took the plunge and bought a 2017 Rpod179 today. 
I can't wait to get it home so we can learn all about it and plan our first adventure out this spring. 
Is there a place on this site where I can find a generic list of must haves for newbies just staring out?  I've already ordered a pressure reducer for water line, and filter.  I know I should obtain a surge protector. I figure I will discover what I need as I go, but would like to have an idea of what accessory items others use initially...
Thanks in advance for any feedback..
Steve 
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Scroll down to the 4th item, maintenance, tips and tricks or just look in the upper right where it says 'topic search', click and then type in what you  are searching for, quite user friendly.  We have been helped many times on this forum, many experts out there who have been doing this a long time.  Enjoy your new toy, our new toy is nearly 6 years old and in the 'hibernation' mode but soon the massive snow will melt and we will once again be able to go out and explore this great country.
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Thanks jato...will do
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Steve 911, congratulations on your new 179! We are full-timers in our 179 and have been very happy with the rpod! Wishing you happy trails!
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Thank thank you for your warm welcome.  We are looking forward to attending some of the Rpod gatherings...
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Posts: 4518 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 15 Jan 2017 at 2:49pm
Congrats on your 179!!
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Thank you Leo
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 15 Jan 2017 at 4:21pm

Congratulations! Most of what you NEED can be purchased at Walmart, if you choose.

1. Dump hose
2. Black tank chemical (I use the liquid "orange" type)
3. A WHITE fresh water hose (for potable water)
4. Wheel chocks

Use the WHITE potable water hose ONLY for hook up to city water and/or filling the fresh water tank. Use a "regular" garden hose for black tank flushing, etc.

As mentioned, you'll kind of figure out what you need and want, as you go. A good "test" is to camp in your driveway or yard for a night or two. One thing that I recommend is a small first aid kit...it comes in handy.

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Copy that...I've heard Walmart has lots of rv accessories...
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Posts: 1407 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16 Jan 2017 at 11:47am
Originally posted by Steve 911

Copy that...I've heard Walmart has lots of rv accessories...
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You can get quite a bit of RV gear at WM.

Something we consider a necessity is a shelf fence:

https://www.amazon.com/Camco-44093-Double-Cupboard-Bar/dp/B0006IX7X8/ref=sr_1_5?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1484588788&sr=1-5&keywords=camco+bar

We use them in the fridge and in the pantry of our 179 to keep things from moving around and spilling out when we open the door.
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