Casita

Many folks wonder what equipment to buy for their trailer. With all the choices available on the market it can be hard to decide on the right lock or solar equipment. My theory is to buy good quality once rather than cheap or inferior products over and over. In conversations with other users on forums and social media I have put together this list of recommended items. 

Recommended products from multiple users or sources that found these products to be superior. 

Most recommend/The clear winners online

Lock

Proven Industries

https://amzn.to/3WGa3KV

Back Up Camera

Halo view camera – I wish I could find the post about this camera. The guy was very happy about it. 
https://amzn.to/3JmHFL4 

What are the best power sources for my RV

The best power sources for a recreational vehicle (RV) will depend on the specific needs and preferences of the RV owner. Some popular options include:

Generator: A generator is a portable power source that can be used to run appliances and charge batteries. They are available in a variety of sizes and fuel types, including gasoline, propane, and diesel.

Solar panels: Solar panels can be used to generate electricity from the sun. They can be used to charge batteries, run appliances, and even power an RV’s air conditioning. See Solar Page for more information

Shore power: If the RV is parked at a campground with electrical hookups, it can use the campground’s power supply to run appliances and charge batteries.

Battery: A battery can be used to store electricity generated by solar panels or a generator. This can be used to run appliances and charge other devices when the RV is not connected to shore power or a generator.

Ultimately, the best power source for an RV will depend on the RV owner’s budget, the type of RV, and how it will be used. A combination of power sources may be the most practical solution for an RV.

Drawers/Interior

Drawer Roller Guides

JR Products 70785 Roller Drawer Guide

https://amzn.to/3wIASUc

RV Designer H310, Delta Drawer Repair Kit, Cabinet Hardware

https://amzn.to/3HGRC4D

Exterior

Hitch Lock

Proven Industries Model 2178 Trailer Lock, Fits 2-Inch Trailer Couplers, Secures Safety Chains, Made in The USA, (Red)

https://amzn.to/3xaFbYM

RVLock Compact and Key Fob Keyless Entry Keypad

https://amzn.to/3I6pw2W

Halo view camera

https://amzn.to/3eVN4vf

Tevlaphee Wheel Lock – Car Boot Tire Locks Anti-Theft Trailers Wheel Clamp Lock Parking Boot for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Campers, Boat – with Adjustable Claw and Lug Nuts Cover

https://amzn.to/40h5qdh

Tevlaphee Universal Wheel Lock Heavy Duty Security Trailer Wheel Lock Tires Anti Theft for Car SUV Boat Motorcycle Golf Cart Great Deterrent Bright Color with 3 Keys (Red-Yellow)

https://amzn.to/3kPrUlj

Stromberg Carlson CC-255 Trailer Tray
https://amzn.to/3RMcbjC 

Comfort

ALPS Mountaineering Sidekick – Silver

https://amzn.to/3kY7EON

Plumbing

RV Water Heater Anode Rod 2 Pack -Magnesium- Superior Tank Protection for Your Investment!- 9.25?? Long ¾?? Threads Suburban Mor-Flo 6 Gallon

https://amzn.to/40e6nTM

Camco TastePURE RV/Marine Water Filter

https://amzn.to/3I1tkBt

Watts 959098 Aqualock 3539-10 (P-650) Straight Valve, 1/2″

https://amzn.to/40FKltd

SEWER

Valterra T1020-1CLR Waste Valve Cap – 3″ with Capped 3/4″ GHT, Clear, Bulk

https://amzn.to/3XQTqh4

Dont get caught using a coat hanger and your ungloved arm to dislodge a blockage in your tail pipe, err, I mean black pipe… Have one of these in your tool kit!

There are many options for these. I like the Cobra Products Skinny Snake Drain Cleaner as it contains the coil inside the casing and it is small and easy to transport. I highly recommend. https://amzn.to/3wK2EzE (Two pack)

Alternately find one of these Liquid-Plumr 670112 Sink Drain Snake. What you want is one that is small and compact and can easily go in a bag after use… 

https://amzn.to/3kU7Iik

Or

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Electric

Soft Start

There is a big difference between a conventional “Soft-Start” capacitor and the Micro-Air Easy Start. SoftStartRV – The RV AC Soft Start For Any Air Conditioner – Guaranteed

 Micro-Air Easy Start 364 Soft Starter For RV and Marine By Micro-Air, Inc.

https://amzn.to/3kSySpY

WAGO 221-412/VE00-2500 221 Series 2 Conductor AWG 24 – 12 Transparent Body Connector w/Levers – 50 Item(s)

https://amzn.to/3HoaHab

Progressive Dynamics PD4655V Inteli-Power 4600 Series Converter/Charger with Charge Wizard – 55 Amp 

https://amzn.to/3RhRv2H

Conntek ASTT-30P RV Male Replacement Plug, 30-Amp

https://amzn.to/3jgmbVt

12V USB Outlet, Ollcuz 12V/24V 36W Aluminum Waterproof Dual QC3.0 USB Fast Charger Socket Power Outlet Adapter w/LED Digital Voltmeter for Car, Marine, Boat, Motorcycle, Truck, Golf Cart, etc

https://amzn.to/3YdzhkT

Casita to Generator cord adapter

AC WORKS Generator to 30Amp RV Adapter (L14-20 20A 4-Prong Locking Compact)

https://amzn.to/3DsxPmX

Progressive Dynamics PD4655V 

https://amzn.to/3WEHFsx

The Renogy 120W Portable Solar Panel E.Flex 120 is only $299 on Amazon, that doesnt seem bad. 

https://amzn.to/3RtFnvs

If you want a great emergency charger, I highly recommend this one. It saved a three week trip for us. The converter went out and we had not power… I bought one of these at Canadian Tire in Vancouver BC and we were able to keep on going. Once I got home I replaced the converter and we were back up and running. I keep this in the Casita as a spare if we ever need it again. I use an Amazon service that alerts me when prices drop… this is now $84.70 (Down -32%)

NOCO GENIUS10, 10A Smart Car Battery Charger,

https://amzn.to/3JPGjIY

Propane

GASPRO 15-Inch Braided RV Propane Pigtail Hose, Durable Camper Gas Line Replacement for Propane Tank, 1/4-Inch Male NPT x QCC-1, 2-Pack

https://amzn.to/40jtxrZ

Marshall Excelsior MER611-36P Thermoplastic Hose, 3/8″ Hose ID – 36″

https://amzn.to/3XOGSa7

Winterizing

No one wants to put oil in their waterlines. Protect your lines with a filter that will catch most droplets.  I recommend this IR brand. May need a different size depending on your compressor hose outlet but this is the normal standard size. I also recommend the air hose below. 

Ingersoll Rand ARO F35121-400-VS Air Line Filter, 1/4″ NPT – 150 psi Max Inlet, Black

https://amzn.to/3YduyA2

Milton 1670 50 Foot 1/4″ MNPT ReKoil Hose

https://amzn.to/3JtwZdj

Dual Purpose RV Winterizing Kit with Air Adjusting Valve, 17Inch Hose Blow Out Fitting Adaptor 3/4″ Male&Female GHT Quick Connect Blowout Plug for Winterizing RV, Camper, Travel Trailer, Garden Hose

https://amzn.to/3JrHUnW

Tires

Need an airgauge that goes up to 65 PSI for your trailer tires. Get one of these that reads to 75PSI. 

Rhino USA Heavy Duty Tire Pressure Gauge (0-75 PSI) – Certified ANSI B40.1 Accurate, Large 2″ Easy Read Glow Dial, Premium Braided Hose, Solid Brass Hardware,

https://amzn.to/3YfxMD7

Solar

100 Watts 100W Solar Panel 12V – 18V Poly Off Grid Battery Charger for RV

https://amzn.to/3xOUEyy

CURT 58150 Vehicle-Side 7-Pin RV Blade Trailer Wiring Harness Connector

https://amzn.to/3fjraSH

Renogy One Pair of 9LN 12 AWG Adapter kit Solar Cable Wire PV with Female & Male Connector

https://amzn.to/3LF2zUu

Renogy 10 Amp 12V/24V PWM Negative Ground Solar Charger Controller Compact Design Wanderer 10A

Model RS232

https://amzn.to/3S76SdM

There is a bundle you can get for the Charge Controller and the Pair of 9LN 12 AWG Female & Male Connector

Renogy 10 Amp 12V/24V PWM Negative Ground Solar Charge Controller Compact Design w/LCD & One Pair of 9In 12AWG Adaptor Kit Solar Cable Wire PV with Female & Male Connectors

https://amzn.to/3UzhcNp

Heaters

Kismile Small Electric Space Heater Ceramic Space Heater,Portable Heater Fan for Office with Adjustable Thermostat and Overheat Protection ETL Listed for Kitchen, 750W/1500W,10 Inch

https://amzn.to/3jhmgYO

Amazon Basics 500-Watt Ceramic Small Space Personal Mini Heater – Black

https://amzn.to/3XUpjFE

Miscellaneous

Goop Glue or E6000  – A great, strong adhesive where you need a bit of flexibility. I use this in place of Super Glue most of the time. It is not brittle like superglue and generally will outlast most other glues. Available at your local hardware store, big box home home improvement stores, Target, and of course online at https://amzn.to/40zsODb 

RV Store – Replacement Hardware for your RV

https://amzn.to/3jg36Ta

Has anyone installed any of these RV Designer H309, Drawer Locks? I am interested but wonder how to install them. Our middle drawer always slides open and I have switched drawers, done the match stick trick, etc. The only thing that does work is a piece of wire that I bend around the bottom of the drawer and is secured to the stove bar/towel rack. Not very elegant…

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I found them on this great RV Replacement Hardware Site at

https://amzn.to/3JpxVQ4

Hardware page

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