What CARAVAN ACCESSORIES do you really need ?

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  • Опубліковано 29 чер 2024
  • G'day VanFam. In this video, we have a look at all the things that you need to get before you get on the road.
    - Hoses and water management.
    o Drinking quality hoses x 2
    o Garden hose
    o Water filter
    o Tap fittings (large and small and double adaptor)
    o Water tap key
    o Water tank quick fill device
    o Water bladder
    o Water pump
    - Power cords
    o Caravan power cord
    o power cord
    o Ampfibian power adaptor (or equivalent)
    - Power tools & Tools
    o Drill
    o Rattle gun
    o Blower
    o Vaccum
    o Soldering iron
    o Various tools
    - Levelling & parking equipment.
    o Ramp (we are a single axel so we only need one set).
    o Wheel chocks
    o Jockey wheel chock
    - Caravan Essential
    o Guide topes or awning tie down
    o pegs
    o Awning tensioner or antiflap kit
    o Privacy screen
    o Step
    o Stackable Buckets
    - Comfort equipment
    o Ground mat
    o Floor mat
    o Chairs
    o Table
    o Fire pit
    o Mossie repellant Thermacell
    o BBQ (Webber or Ziggy)
    o Broom
    o Door latch extender
    - Laundry equipment
    o Washing line
    o Peg bag
    o Rope for making a washing line
    o Scrubba bag
    - Internet
    o Wireless modem
    o Antena
    o Extention pole
    o Telstra
    o Starlink
    - Photography equipment
    o Camera
    o GoPro
    o Drone
    - Safety
    o First Aid kit & Snake bite kit
    o Walkie talkies
    o PLB
    - Water toys
    o Roof top tinny, SUPs or Kayak
    o Fishing equipment
    - Power
    o Inverter
    o Generator
    o Solar Blanket
    - Car stuff
    o Towing Mirrors (legally required)
    o Reversing Camera
    o Tire deflator
    o Air compressor or tire inflator
    o Bottle jack
    o Tire pressure gauge
    o Snatch strap
    o Battery jump start
    o Max Trax & recovery equipment.
    o Shovel
    0:00 Intro
    01:09 Watering accessories
    08:12 Power Accessories
    10:49 Power Tools
    14:36 Caravan Utilities
    18:59 Caravan Comforts
    18:59 Caravan Comforts
    22:16 Internet
    23:56 Washing Accessories
    26:21 Vehicle Accessories
    33:28 Conclusion & Thanks

КОМЕНТАРІ • 118

  • @foxy00475
    @foxy00475 22 дні тому +1

    really handy video we have just bought our first caravan so this is really useful thank you👍

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  22 дні тому +1

      Your welcome, thanks for commenting and letting me know.

  • @Meandthemissus
    @Meandthemissus 22 дні тому +1

    Thanks heaps for your straight forward and very informative video's that you make. I've watched a few others but yours are the best for newbies. Thanks

  • @melissaleaning7474
    @melissaleaning7474 Рік тому

    Awesome vid mate, especially for those starting out or even just thinking about it

  • @nightowl1on1
    @nightowl1on1 Рік тому

    So helpful. Many thanks for sharing :)

  • @marija2387
    @marija2387 9 місяців тому

    Very informative, thanks

  • @i.m.peterrific
    @i.m.peterrific Рік тому +9

    Love it! Exactly what I needed as a noob to van life. Planning underway for our van delivery in the next few months. Thanks for the list 😊

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Your most welcome. Thanks for commenting, and good luck on your preparations.

  • @snoordman4831
    @snoordman4831 Рік тому

    Very useful info! Thanks a lot for this. 🤙🏼

  • @janbaert2891
    @janbaert2891 Місяць тому

    Very useful, thank you guys

  • @djasynchronous7777
    @djasynchronous7777 10 місяців тому

    you got a good vibe brother and good quick info, thank you and all the best on your adventures 🤙

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  10 місяців тому

      Your welcome, thanks for commenting 🙂

  • @robynhill3052
    @robynhill3052 7 місяців тому

    Top video. Thank you

  • @SeaShanty2016
    @SeaShanty2016 9 місяців тому

    Excellent list for us who are just starting out - thanks.

  • @michellewood9646
    @michellewood9646 Рік тому

    Thank you this was an awesome informative video especially for a newby caravan Dr like me

  • @susannlynchyzus8664
    @susannlynchyzus8664 Рік тому +1

    WOW! What a lot of stuff you need to go travelling in a van! Very informative & lots of helpful ideas & innovations too. Well done!

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Thanks, there really is alot of stuff involved 🙄

  • @cathbp4089
    @cathbp4089 Рік тому

    Thank you, that was incredibly helpful!!!!

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Your most welcome, thanks for commenting and letting me know.

  • @ingridmatschke
    @ingridmatschke 5 місяців тому

    Some good useful tips, thanks.

  • @joelmarrison3815
    @joelmarrison3815 6 місяців тому

    Outstanding mate, thanks!

  • @melissasvedinek850
    @melissasvedinek850 Рік тому

    Great video, very informative well done

  • @blakebernhard1292
    @blakebernhard1292 27 днів тому

    Great tips!
    I find turning the top section of the washing the other way around works best

  • @JourneyWithUs13
    @JourneyWithUs13 11 місяців тому

    ❤Awesome, Great 👍 Tips

  • @cliffw6031
    @cliffw6031 Рік тому

    Great Video mate. I will copy your list over for the future.

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      glad I could help, thanks for leaving a kind comment.

  • @celiairving6673
    @celiairving6673 5 місяців тому +2

    Thanks for the info. Always useful. For the grey water hose, before packing it away, I use a mixture of white vinegar and water dispersible tea tree oil and put it down the sink in kitchen followed by a couple of litres of waters. This will flush it out and stop the stinkiness. Also useful to use the mixture once the grey water tank has been emptied, to help with lingering odours.

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  5 місяців тому +1

      Great tip! We struggle with grey water odors at times so we will.for sure try this out.

    • @celiairving6673
      @celiairving6673 5 місяців тому

      The other part of our arsenal is carb soda. Vinegar, carb soda and boiling water can unblock drains. @@SvedosTrippin

  • @Suemott
    @Suemott 3 місяці тому +1

    Just found you guys, really appreciate your hints, tips and mistakes. Very helpful, safe travels 😊

  • @tr109ad4
    @tr109ad4 9 місяців тому

    Always love this one ❤❤❤❤ you are bloody awesome

  • @lynbond5126
    @lynbond5126 Рік тому +2

    Great video! You put so much effort into your videos, thank you!
    This video would be so useful to newbies, but we also got a few tips.
    We're not on the road full time, but find your videos very interesting. You provide lots of info on places and van stops.
    Have just subscribed.
    Take care, Lyn & Corrie 🙂

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for leaving such a supportive comment and subscribing, it means alot. Cheers Brett.

  • @ClissaT
    @ClissaT Рік тому

    Wow some very important things to think about there. I was thinking I had it under control until I watched your video! Particularly regards the water setup.
    All good thanks.

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      I'm very happy I could help. Thanks for watching, good luck getting on the road.

  • @cant-cook-can-cook
    @cant-cook-can-cook 5 місяців тому

    Really good video and some good ideas.

  • @henniedavis8805
    @henniedavis8805 5 місяців тому

    We are from South Africa, My pension started on the 3 January 2024, we will be doing "Lank staan kampers this is Afrikaans" translated we will be camping for a month or more at one place, this is the cheapest way to camp and we have pensioner discounts which is massive. we have a 4x4 bush trailer for Africa (ruff and tuff) and a Octo Gravelor for South Africa. Love your video and you are never to old to learn - pick up a lot of tips thanks.

  • @trevarnewighton2954
    @trevarnewighton2954 3 місяці тому

    Brilliant thank you for the list

  • @Lozyloza1
    @Lozyloza1 Рік тому +3

    Awesome straight to the point introduction, caravaner for 40+ years no negative input but where's the FIRE EXTINGUISHER & FIRE BLANKET & BROKEN WINDSCREEN /WINDOW COVER you never never know when you go go go. Another MUST I think is rolls of duct tape, Stanley knife & clear or black plastic, we don't do trips without them to help ourselves or others. We helped a traveller they lost their shower roof vent, so they all came in handy.

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому +2

      Hey mate, appreciate the comment.
      Absolutely no disrespect or negative feelings from me re. Your comments, but I will go through and answer.
      We do have a fire extinguisher in the van (came standard and pretty sure it's a safety requirement so I diddnt cover it same as I diddnt cover our fire alarm). I also carry a fire extinguisher in the car canopy which I keep by the BBQ as a just in case.
      The rest of the items I would call tools, I diddnt go through our tools but we do also carry several different tapes, and clear plastic and Stanley knife for exactly the reasons you mentioned as well as to seal up vents on dusty roads.
      Only thing we don't have is a break glass tool, hopefully that's not something I will come to regret one day.
      Thanks for watching and commenting 😀

    • @Lozyloza1
      @Lozyloza1 Рік тому

      @@SvedosTrippin So happy to hear you didn't take any offence hubby said you would have all of your safety gear but I just wanted to make sure, I'm a worry wart lol, its amazing how many travellers don't carry safety gear, anyway I loved your video especially when its straight to the point. wishing you and your family very happy safe travelling for many many more years.Oh & I'm a subbed now

  • @shaunpearce9462
    @shaunpearce9462 Рік тому

    Awesome thanks 👍🏻

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Your very welcome, thanks for commenting 🙂.

  • @tr109ad4
    @tr109ad4 Рік тому

    This will help us when I pickup the new VC and hope to find you on a trip and have a drink.

  • @Travellingmcleods
    @Travellingmcleods 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing, great video :D

  • @paulmurray9366
    @paulmurray9366 7 місяців тому

    Informative vid, thanks. We are in pack-up mode ready to leave for the big lap with no end date and I found your vid while looking for last minute refinement of accessories and packing ideas. Your vid is appreciated. Everyone has their genius idea they like to share and I'm no different. Our Stinky Slinky is cut into 3mt lengths and we add segments as needed. When packing up, I hang the segments from the ute's roof racks to drain and dry. No smells so far, plus the short lengths are easy to roll up into the bag. Cheers, now I'm off to get a Ryobi chain saw. Paul

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  7 місяців тому

      How exciting, good luck on the first legs of your travels. Nice idea re. The stinky slinky.

  • @warwickpeople5140
    @warwickpeople5140 Рік тому

    Good to see. All looks so familiar. We cut our stinky slinky so we had a small section about 2m long, just for when you don’t want the water splashing on to he dirt when off grid camping. Else we use the remaining long section at occasional van parks.

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Solid idea. Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @ixJonesy
    @ixJonesy Рік тому

    Great video mate!
    I've seen the portable jumper packs from Bunnings that have got plenty of power and very reasonably priced as well!

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Thanks, we are looking to pick this up soon so I will scope put the bunnings ones.

  • @user-wk3st5sr8z
    @user-wk3st5sr8z 11 місяців тому

    Very informative! We took our impact driver out of the van and used the clutch drill for everything. Saves a bit of weight.

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  11 місяців тому +1

      Something we could consider our selves. But I do use my impact driver alot.

    • @user-wk3st5sr8z
      @user-wk3st5sr8z 11 місяців тому

      @@SvedosTrippin I think if your drill has a clutch you can get by with just the drill. The other thing I will end up getting is the 7.5 kg composite gas bottles. Saves around 6 kg per bottle.

  • @stuartkcalvin
    @stuartkcalvin 11 місяців тому

    Thanks guys, recently just discovered you on YT, now subscribed. This piece has allowed me to reorganise my weight headings, thank you again (watched your recent weighing pieces).
    My Sunseeker Vison Hybrid (14') is a 2023 (outdoor cooking), single axle at 2130 Tare and 2950 ATM - that's 820 payload, but the Tare doesn't include two spares, on the back of the van - about 40Kg each.
    I still spend some time weighing in and out and I have about 150 left over. I work mostly F/T on the road and do mostly 200-200 Km hops - Starlink is a godsend!
    Cheers, guys; your honest and fresh approach is most welcome :)
    PS - don't use silver sockets on a rattle gun ;)

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  11 місяців тому

      Thanks, glad to have you on board.

  • @davetunbridge6637
    @davetunbridge6637 10 місяців тому

    We have the thermocell mossie repeller same as you, discovered it via another UA-cam channel wildtouring. Found that the little gas refills were expensive and the mod/hack wasn’t that successful. So we now have 2of the backpacker versions of the thermocell and they screw onto the small butane bottles that last forever and I get the little pads off eBay. ARS mats. They contain the same chemical as the original ones but you can get ones that last up to 14hrs.

  • @rich9903
    @rich9903 Рік тому +1

    A great list ... thanks. As a caravan newbie, I appreciate your list as my starting point.
    A couple of relatively minor and inexpensive but what I consider, key caravan accessories (upgrades) include swapping out/retrofit of sand fly (midgey) proof screens (Cyclone brand - available in rolls from Bunnings) on ALL of the existing screens on the caravan. Also, installation of a Topargee Water Flow Meter (Bluetooth) in the water tank storage system of the van (fitted to the water line hose and not in the tank) to monitor water usage and tank capacity - for offgrid camping.
    One other thing specifically in relation to using Weber Qs, to legally use it when connected to the caravan gas system (i.e. via the caravan bayonet fitting), you need to have a flameout safety valve fitted. I'm told that Weber will have these safety valves available later this year for the Weber Q although they can still be used in a caravan/camping setting if connecting directly to the gas bottle. I believe that some other BBQ brands have the valves fitted as standard. Apparently, there have been some serious caravan gas explosion incidents in the past hence the current legislated requirement.
    Just subscribed to your channel 👍

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Thanks for subscribing and for the detailed comment, hopefully it will help others that watch the video as well.
      I will look into the water monitor, our guages don't work very accurately and you have just handed us a solution, thanks so much.

    • @rich9903
      @rich9903 Рік тому

      @@SvedosTrippin No worries Matt. The Topargee unit is dead easy to DIY install but you will need to purchase the required hose connectors with the unit depending on the type and size of your water hoses and I highly recommend purchasing the hose cutting tool too since you need to achieve a nice clean and square cut especially when using the 'John Guest' connectors to avoid leaks. I also highly recommend getting the caravan battery connector adapter (rather than utilising AA batteries) to power the unit. I recall using discount code 'Wild' (thanks to Cam from Wild Touring) for a 10% discount when I recently purchased my unit.

  • @teretz571
    @teretz571 Рік тому +1

    i put a pvc tube with caps on both ends and mounted it under my van i just slide the hoses into the pvc tube and lock one with a clip and job done , no smell and no mess hold 3hoses more than enough so far

  • @kadachiman7234
    @kadachiman7234 Рік тому +1

    Great video mate and very good for beginners to living on the road like me 🙂
    I have Starlink and as you say it is a game changer.....but I have not been able to find a suitable collapsible pole for it, I see that you have yours on a pole so if you don't mind can you post what type it is and where you purchased it, thanks.

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому +1

      The mast and mount are from www.telecoantenas.com but also please keep in mind its not rated for star links weight. We bought it to go with our 4G antenna and I won't put it up to full height with the starlink on it.
      The Mount for the starlink pole came from starlink themselves, and is called a pipe adaptor.
      Good luck.

  • @GoYourOwnWay49
    @GoYourOwnWay49 Рік тому

    Hey Brett, great video! Thanks for pulling this together it’s really helpful for new entrants into the caravanning world 😊 just a quick question on your chainsaw…is that an 8inch (20cm) I’m just trying to locate online at Bunnings…keep up the great videos you’re really good at it 👍
    Cheers Corrie

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Hi Corrie, thanks for watching and the kind comment. The saw is a 10inch, it was the smallest of the options when we shopped and it's been plenty big enough for our needs.

    • @GoYourOwnWay49
      @GoYourOwnWay49 Рік тому

      Ok great I’ll check it out…thanks for the prompt response much appreciated 😊

    • @montyspearo
      @montyspearo 8 місяців тому +1

      The other alternative is reciprocating saw, slightly slower but more compact especially with blade removed and no oil. Brushless is best.
      Also 18v tire inflator if you don't already have compressor onboard. More suitable to UK vans + SUV that aren't regularly deflating tires for offroad.

  • @ladysusanjane2682
    @ladysusanjane2682 Рік тому +2

    I was imaging the weight of all this stuff if it was added up🤦🏼‍♀️
    I’m a single axle van so limited payload. We’ve really paired down a lot of this equipment but we’re not living on the road. 😊

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      Yup, weights are not a fun thing to figure out. We have weighed and are legal. To be honest I'm only using 50-60% of my tunnel boot capacity.

  • @wilmamclaren3785
    @wilmamclaren3785 Рік тому

    Great video. Very informative. Can’t find your list though. Where is descriptions please

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому

      You should see the title below the video. And a few words, that's the description. Click more down there and you can find the list.

  • @JudgieRob0422
    @JudgieRob0422 11 місяців тому

    Great information, how do you go with your weights with all your tools?

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  11 місяців тому

      We've just done a video series on our weights, we were over but managed to get legal.
      Might be worth a watch for you, last 2 videos on our channel.

  • @shanewalker2257
    @shanewalker2257 5 місяців тому

    Shouldnt use rattle gun on van legs, use drill instead. Like your vids, new follower.

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  5 місяців тому

      Thanks for following. We've been told many times about not using the rattle gun on the legs. But we've been doing it for nearly 3 years now and haven't had an issue. I'm just careful to do it slowly and not over crank them. Not saying your advise isn't sound, our legs will probably break eventually.

  • @johnodonnell1513
    @johnodonnell1513 Рік тому

    Great video, given me some ideas l never thought about, especially the water tap spanner, thanks for the tip.
    Curious to know the weight of your van, l have 17ft 6inch van myself, and looking to upgrade my vechile, from a 4x2 to a 4x4. Could not see what your tow vechile is but gives me an idea of a vechile to purchase.
    You have a good setup, van and car hope you continue to travel safely.?
    Cheers
    John

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому +1

      Thanks. I'm glad we could help. We're towing with a BT50 with a GVM upgrade. The van loaded is about 2700kg. I should think you will at least need a 6ton GCM vehicle, though being full time and / or having kids makes a difference if you aren't either you might get away with less.
      Good luck, happy travels, catch you on the road.

    • @johnodonnell1513
      @johnodonnell1513 Рік тому

      Hi Svedos, in mentioning that you have BT-50 l am curious to know from you are they a Diesel guzzler? Il was looking at one myself till l was told that.
      With you touring around in one and towing, are they efficient on diesel or do you think they are an expense to run.
      Would appreciate your thoughts, so l could narrow down my choices.
      Regards John

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому +1

      @@johnodonnell1513 we get between 17l to 20l per 100km (towing). I think it's very good.

  • @The.2.Minute-Man
    @The.2.Minute-Man 11 місяців тому +13

    Great info just drop the background music ... Pointless dose not help

    • @kirstyzubrinich1012
      @kirstyzubrinich1012 9 місяців тому +3

      Agreed, it competes with what you are saying and makes it difficult. Music is great paired with scenery shots, but not discussions!

  • @bikerssupportingcountrytow6904
    @bikerssupportingcountrytow6904 4 місяці тому

    If none of that stuff works or you ran out for some strange reason or could not get to a shop don't panic you can use sunscreen as long as it's 15 + it will even keep midges away as I know firsthand when I work for a transport company people with laughing at me but when I showed them and they tried it I had the last laugh. And yes it works very well

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  4 місяці тому +1

      Will have to keep that in mind, thanks for the tip.

  • @aaronday132
    @aaronday132 10 місяців тому

    Wouldn’t have a link to your kids chairs would you? Can’t seem to find them and I think they would be great
    Cheers mate 🤙

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  10 місяців тому

      Sorry mate, no link, we picked em up from BCF a year or so ago but I've seen the same design out there many times over.
      Try searching for hiking chairs.

  • @kerrysleeman168
    @kerrysleeman168 Рік тому

    Great Video guys! Question, where did you get the Starlink extension pole? Thanks 🙏

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому +1

      The pole came from our overland exposure internet kit. We have just repurposed it with a star link pole mount.

    • @kerrysleeman168
      @kerrysleeman168 Рік тому +1

      @@SvedosTrippin thanks so much I found the actual pole on their website 😃

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  Рік тому +1

      @Kerry Sleeman you should no the pole isn't rated to the weight of star link. We don't use the 3rd extension and we don't extend it very far out on the second extension.

    • @kerrysleeman168
      @kerrysleeman168 Рік тому

      @@SvedosTrippin I found a specific Starlink one on that website

  • @melusine826
    @melusine826 9 місяців тому

    A great list, but I can't copy it😅

  • @simonbleach-wood9235
    @simonbleach-wood9235 Рік тому

    You forgot the cute three legged stool!

  • @andrewstrahle4767
    @andrewstrahle4767 4 місяці тому

    Ditch the plastic hose fittings, they are known to pop and water goes everywhere. Spend the money on brass fittings.

  • @davidhall5844
    @davidhall5844 11 місяців тому +1

    Good video but I need to tell you that here in Australia we spell TIRES as TYRES. TIRES is the American spelling.

  • @gardnep
    @gardnep 5 місяців тому

    Ask caravaners what they need and the reply is ”all of them”, judging from what I’ve seen.

  • @ausguy4385
    @ausguy4385 5 місяців тому

    You can't actually copy and paste that... can you add as a comment?

    • @thecrowsblow
      @thecrowsblow 4 місяці тому

      I was able to use the screenshot function on my phone to get the whole list on one picture. Good luck.

  • @keithchad661
    @keithchad661 3 місяці тому

    I don't like the music

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  2 місяці тому

      Thanks for the feedback, will improve for future vids

  • @TomWilding1
    @TomWilding1 2 місяці тому

    Great video - music sucks

    • @SvedosTrippin
      @SvedosTrippin  2 місяці тому +1

      Agree, have learned from this and taken the feed back on board for future vids.

  • @ausguy4385
    @ausguy4385 5 місяців тому +1

    The security keys for taps are mostly for NON drinking water... 🚱 steal at your own rick ☠️