newbie here...

[walt7474]

So we just bought a new to us 2011 Jayco Greyhawk motorhome. I'm looking for advice on what type of maintenance/repair tools and/or supplies I should keep on hand. I know the basics, duct tape, WD40, and a crescent wrench will cover most issues but I want to be prepared for most unexpected events. Specifically what type of caulking, roof repair products, specialty tools, etc.. Thanks in advance for your comments and sorry for my newbie stupidity.

[Marcm157]

Congrats and Welcome to the group! Lots of great posts here on what tools and supplies to carry...

[Happy wife / happy life]

Welcome from Northern California! —— quality tire pressure gauge.

[JFlightRisk]

Welcome to the Forum from Western New York State!

A roll of Eternabond and steel roller tool for roof repair, a #2 square drive (Robertson) screwdriver, and roadside assistance or a 1/2" breaker bar, extensions, and socket for the lug nuts. After that, an assortment of screwdrivers, and a 3/8" socket set can come in handy. More ideas to follow here from other folks.

[wiscampsin]

Welcome from Wisconsin.

I'll add to the list - spare fuses, various tapes (electrical, plumbers, duct or gorilla), volt meter.

[walt7474]

Thanks guys! What type of caulking should I keep on hand?

[dvspl]

Originally Posted by walt7474

Thanks guys! What type of caulking should I keep on hand?

The Eternabond tape (suggested above) will fix most caulking leaks that you find. But I also like to bring along a tube of Dicor self leveling sealant https://www.amazon.com/Dicor-Self-Le...dp/B00H554R98/

[El Chupacabra]

I keep Eternabond in the tool box in the trailer too. For a roller for repairs while out on the road, a can of anything will work fine - tuna, soup, etc.

[pconroy]

Originally Posted by walt7474

Thanks in advance for your comments and sorry for my newbie stupidity.

Well, rest assured no matter what you pack, you'll inevitably be missing that "one tool".

I overpacked. Complete socket set. Extra screws, washers, bolts. Mallet. Zip ties, all sizes. Wire. The wire came in handy when the drain pipe fell down. Wired it up.

I grabbed a cheap 14.4V driver and bits from IKEA. It's a nice addition to have.


There are two camps when it comes to Ford/Chevy maintenance items - some people pack things like spare tire, jacks. Others hope/plan to rely on roadside assistance.

[extrachrispy]

Caution with Eternabond: it will not come off. If you get it in the wrong spot, or get a wrinkle in it, that's too bad. It does fail eventually with UV exposure, and if you then want to remove it to do a "correct" repair, you can't.

[mrmom]

My opinion is that you need to decide how long you are going to be on the road at any given time & then you can decide on a list of what you need. I try to save weight and bulk by only packing what I think I might need for simple breakdowns on the road and/or quick repairs at the campsite. If you are only doing quick 3 to 7 day trips, most problems can be isolated while out and then fixed properly once you get back home. Duct tape will seal most minor roof repairs for a day or 2 and then can be properly repaired later.

One of the best tools I have in my box is a multi-tip screwdriver with an assortment of bits for all the different types of screws around the coach. Like others, I keep an assortment of tapes plus fuses and spare screws/hardware to deal with little issues. Biggest thing is to keep it simple, bring what is essential and don't worry about every possible thing that can go wrong.

[mjdcwo]

There are a lot of good suggestions here but the one thing that I haven't seen anyone list is a spare tire and jack. My 2021 Greyhawk didn't come with one so I added a spare tire carrier (like under the rear of my pick up truck) and a bottle jack with enough capacity lift the rig, as well as a breaker bar and socket. Now I have a mounted tire and wheel with me whenever we travel. I feel that it is good insurance.

[Hollander Mutthaulers]

Get the basics including eternabond, good caulk, and a few other basic things, but wait and see what you really need. Keep lists, notes, ideas and build from it. Much of the fun of RVing for me is thinking of modifications and customizing the trailers to exactly what we want.

Congratulations on your rig. Wishing you lots of wonderful adventures and great memories.

[Icy]

Valium is good start to your toolbox.

[Camp CA]

Don't for forget your credit card.

[TaftCoach]

I prefer gaffers tape to duct tape. No residue to clean off later.

Welcome!!