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05-31-2015, 07:38 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Georgetown
Posts: 7
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New 264BHW This Week
Well, after over 10 years with a popup camper, we will be picking up a new Jayco 264BHW on Tuesday. To say that we are excited would be a huge understatement. My question would be, what are some essential add-ons that I should be thinking about and what are the unnecessary things that are commonly purchased? Could easily see myself losing control in an RV store right now. I found this site and it looks like a great place to learn some things! Any help would be appreciated!
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05-31-2015, 08:05 PM
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Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Austin
Posts: 71
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We should be picking up our new 264BHW this week as well (fingers crossed)! I'm interested to see what advice you're given.
We're waiting until delivery to get the hoses but my husband plans on purchasing the clear connector for the sewer hose.
We just purchased a portable EMS and hitch lock from Amazon. We have a million other things on our list but want to spread it out over time.
According to most people here, the EMS is a must.
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TT: 2016 Jay Flight SLX 264BHW (first RV!)
TV: 2010 F-150 SuperCrew 5.4L 4x4 w/ Max Tow Package
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05-31-2015, 08:09 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Kansas City
Posts: 1,712
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Congratulations and welcome to the forum! Some common items to get include a quality sewer hose (with clear 90 degree elbow), 50 to 30 amp dog bone type adapter, water regulator (if dealer does not supply them), MaxxAir vent cover, Lynx or similar leveling blocks and black tank chemicals. Do some smart shopping...some times you will find better deals on RV items at WalMart than at the RV parts store.
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2018 28BHBE
2017 Ford F250 XLT, 6.2 gasser
2013 26BH (traded)
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05-31-2015, 08:13 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Langley (Vancouver)
Posts: 396
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Welcome,
We enjoy our 26bh.. Perfect size for our family and not big enought where we are restricted to certain campgrounds..
My suggestion is to reinforce the back side of the dinnet that is near the door..doesn't take much for the staples to pull out. I used some metal 90 degree brackets and wood screws... All solid now..
I also built a divider wall in the front storage that separates the front bin access, and the under the bed access. On this wall, I also added a support post that adds support in the centre of the bed, the plywood/with stock support strips just didn't seem like enough strength for 2 adults to be sleeping on..
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TT: 2015 Jayco Jayflight 26BH Elite
TV: 2014 Ram 1500 Sport, 5.7 HEMI 3.21, Firestone 1000# air suspension. WD hitch w/800# bars
SOLD: 2012 Jayco J-series 1007
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05-31-2015, 08:21 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Georgetown
Posts: 7
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This is all great stuff. Thanks for the replies!
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05-31-2015, 10:02 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Langley (Vancouver)
Posts: 396
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Skaling
Welcome,
We enjoy our 26bh.. Perfect size for our family and not big enought where we are restricted to certain campgrounds..
My suggestion is to reinforce the back side of the dinnet that is near the door..doesn't take much for the staples to pull out. I used some metal 90 degree brackets and wood screws... All solid now..
I also built a divider wall in the front storage that separates the front bin access, and the under the bed access. On this wall, I also added a support post that adds support in the centre of the bed, the plywood/with stock support strips just didn't seem like enough strength for 2 adults to be sleeping on..
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Here is a pic, also used it to hang my WD bars
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TT: 2015 Jayco Jayflight 26BH Elite
TV: 2014 Ram 1500 Sport, 5.7 HEMI 3.21, Firestone 1000# air suspension. WD hitch w/800# bars
SOLD: 2012 Jayco J-series 1007
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06-01-2015, 12:16 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: Houston
Posts: 222
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Congrats
Just small broom to sweep out
I like those collapsible trash bag holders, one for recycle and one for trash
You may want mirror extenders if you don't have already
and of course a trailer brake controller & WDH
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New to me 27BH towed by 4.6 Tundra
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06-01-2015, 05:40 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Lumberton
Posts: 16
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We purchased mattress toppers for the queen and bunk beds. Whether or not you will need them depends on your personal preference for mattress firmness. When you get the camper, spend a night or two in your driveway to test out the mattresses.
Driveway camping will also give you practice for leveling and stabilizing your new camper. If you cook in your camper as well (or in your driveway with a portable grill), you'll quickly realize what essentials you'll need when you actually go to a campsite.
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2015 Jay Flight SLX 264BHW
2013 Ford F-150
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06-01-2015, 06:09 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Plano, Texas
Posts: 507
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Every post above so far has been spot on. Also as suggested, if you can do a driveway test run. Also type into google "RV checklist.. You will find some good information. Don't go crazy at an RV store.. Most all of your kitchen gadgets can be purchased at walmart dollar isle as well as water filters, dump hoses, rv toilet paper, etc. etc... Another great source is Amazon.. We picked up our X-chocks, blue gray water tote, towing mirrors and more..
We have the 264BH (very similar to yours) and love ours... Welcome to the forum and have fun.
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2013 Jayco Jayflight Swift 264BH
2002 Yukon 5.3L Vortex w/tow package
When I die, I want to go peacefully like my grandfather did–in his sleep. Not yelling and screaming like the passengers in his car.
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06-01-2015, 07:13 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Georgetown
Posts: 7
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I was looking at the X-chocks but haven't ordered them yet. They look like they would be very effective but just pricey compared to standard chocks.
Do I need pads for the stabilizer jacks or what do all of you do with these?
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06-01-2015, 07:18 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 1,588
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Just cut up a 2X6 into 12-16 inch lengths - I would make 8 of them. Use 1 or 2 of these boards under each stabilizer.
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06-01-2015, 07:41 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Plano, Texas
Posts: 507
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Quote:
Originally Posted by longhorn10
I was looking at the X-chocks but haven't ordered them yet. They look like they would be very effective but just pricey compared to standard chocks.
Do I need pads for the stabilizer jacks or what do all of you do with these?
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You do need regular chocks. The xchocks are a secondary line of defense, but mostly people buy them to help stabilize the camper from moving around while you are inside walking around.. Your stock stabilizers are good, but they don't 100% help with the trailer shimmying around while parked..
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2013 Jayco Jayflight Swift 264BH
2002 Yukon 5.3L Vortex w/tow package
When I die, I want to go peacefully like my grandfather did–in his sleep. Not yelling and screaming like the passengers in his car.
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06-01-2015, 07:52 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Langley (Vancouver)
Posts: 396
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Quote:
Originally Posted by longhorn10
I was looking at the X-chocks but haven't ordered them yet. They look like they would be very effective but just pricey compared to standard chocks.
Do I need pads for the stabilizer jacks or what do all of you do with these?
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I use some of my Lynx leveling blocks under my stabilizers. Also used the x-chocks to take away from the "bounce and roll" you get from the tires..
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TT: 2015 Jayco Jayflight 26BH Elite
TV: 2014 Ram 1500 Sport, 5.7 HEMI 3.21, Firestone 1000# air suspension. WD hitch w/800# bars
SOLD: 2012 Jayco J-series 1007
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06-01-2015, 08:27 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: New Richmond
Posts: 247
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Welcome!! We also have 264BHW and have done one camping trip so far. I use some 6"x12" 1/2" plywood under stabilizers, works just fine and easy to pick up and store. Have added a propane cover, surge protector (Amazon), WD/Equalization hitch (from dealer slightly used), and had brake control prior.
Some things I've built for inside, shelf system surrounding the mirror (7 separate shelves) as there is no medicine cabinet, stool that also serves as an ottoman also, magazine rack (on back of dinette by door, and a TV shelf above the dinette well below noted TV mount location, this for our 32" that folds up when TV stored so have full use of dinette (note have bracing board on back of wall and used bolts to secure).
Larry J
2015 SLX 264BHW
2007 RAM 1500 5.7L - tow and brake setup, Equalizer 1000
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06-01-2015, 08:32 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Kunkletown PA
Posts: 115
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Extra fuses! Check your panel under your fridge to see which ones you need. 30 and 15 I belive. Also, I picked up a jack stand.
Under $10 and gives me a much more stable base. Welcome to the forum!
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2008 Toyota Tacoma Off Road
2015 264BHW
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06-01-2015, 09:14 AM
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Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Austin
Posts: 71
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Quote:
Originally Posted by LarryJ
Welcome!! We also have 264BHW and have done one camping trip so far. I use some 6"x12" 1/2" plywood under stabilizers, works just fine and easy to pick up and store. Have added a propane cover, surge protector (Amazon), WD/Equalization hitch (from dealer slightly used), and had brake control prior.
Some things I've built for inside, shelf system surrounding the mirror (7 separate shelves) as there is no medicine cabinet, stool that also serves as an ottoman also, magazine rack (on back of dinette by door, and a TV shelf above the dinette well below noted TV mount location, this for our 32" that folds up when TV stored so have full use of dinette (note have bracing board on back of wall and used bolts to secure).
Larry J
2015 SLX 264BHW
2007 RAM 1500 5.7L - tow and brake setup, Equalizer 1000
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I'd love to see the shelves you built! I've been thinking about if we can place the mirror with a medicine cabinet but shelves might be a better option...
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TT: 2016 Jay Flight SLX 264BHW (first RV!)
TV: 2010 F-150 SuperCrew 5.4L 4x4 w/ Max Tow Package
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