Equipment - must have / useful / can't do without items

[Kevin]

Good weather would be nice Enjoy

 

[czmate1999]

Download these - Park4Night and Searchforsites

Best Kettle - Trekking & Hiking Camping Stove JETBOIL Zip

What security do you have on the van?

for a new van I recommend - Ghost Immobiliser
and
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B06XP21DK6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

wind deflectors - HEKO T5/T5.1/T6/T6.1 "Dark" Wind Deflectors - Vee Dub Transporters

mosquito spray / nets / light - i have this - Lumi-Mosi awning tent and camping LEd light and mosi killer by Outdoor Revolution: Amazon.co.uk: Car & Motorbike

games for kids
Monopoly Deal Card Game : Amazon.co.uk: Toys & Games
Exploding Kittens EKG-ORG1-1 Kaiwo-D06 Family Card Games for Adults, Teens & Kids, Multicoloured : Amazon.co.uk: Toys & Games
Bananagrams - Word Game : Bananagrams: Amazon.co.uk: Toys & Games

Light Awning - Outwell Touring Shelter | Outwell Driveaway Awnings | Leisureshopdirect

Table and chairs - Coleman Pack Away Table For 4 With 2 Green Bench Seats

cooking: Cadac 2 Cook Deluxe : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors

or cheaper - Campingaz Chef Folding Double Burner Stove and Grill, compact gas cooker for camping or festivals. : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors

rear seat sleeping arrangements - would not be without these,

Duvalay - Sleep Specialist​

Duvalay - Bespoke bedding and mattresses for caravans, motorhomes and boats
www.duvalay.co.uk

the rest depends on the van and what you have and do not have included.

I will update as i remember anything else.

 

[cgtmiles]

And a trailer

 

[Long tall John]

3L Fabric softener bottle with the handles like these for you know what when you get caught short in the night. They fit snuggly in the drivers door! Makes the wee smell lovely too.

 

[t0mb0]

Go on a trip and you’ll work out what you need. I think it’s better that way than fill your van with half of decathlon and then work out what you really don’t need.

The type of trip you’re on will dictate what you need, so other than absolute basics, it’s hard to make (or take) solid recommendations.

 

[czmate1999]

3L Fabric softener bottle with the handles like these for you know what when you get caught short in the night. They fit snuggly in the drivers door! Makes the wee smell lovely too.

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Haha, and there I was using a 4pint milk bottle….

 

[True Romance]

A good bed/mattress can make or break a trip.

 

[Long tall John]

Haha, and there I was using a 4pint milk bottle….

Problem with a 4 pint milk bottle is you create a seal and then the vacuum as the wee goes in pushes your toger out whilst in mid flow. I speak from experience!

 

[t0mb0]

Problem with a 4 pint milk bottle is you create a seal and then the vacuum as the wee goes in pushes your toger out whilst in mid flow. I speak from experience!

Better than getting stuck in it I suppose. Not really a conversation I’d like to have in A&E…

 

[Ayjay]

Better than getting stuck in it I suppose. Not really a conversation I’d like to have in A&E…

@t0mb0. I suspect that the average A&E doctor has had conversations about some weirder things that 4 pint milk containers getting stuck!

 

[Andymc]

Go on a trip and you’ll work out what you need. I think it’s better that way than fill your van with half of decathlon and then work out what you really don’t need.

The type of trip you’re on will dictate what you need, so other than absolute basics, it’s hard to make (or take) solid recommendations.

Every trip we take less and yes we tailor what we take to the trip. Now at two awnings two tables, two sets of chairs, etc

 

[PeterB54]

Taking our newly converted T6 out for the first time in a coupe of weeks, any must haves?

Would suggest going for a night somewhere before taking extended trip as you would see what you need and also don’t really use.
it means if the bed is more uncomfortable than anticipated, it is only one night and you can delve into the many different ways to add comfort.

 

[rod_vw]

Taking our newly converted T6 out for the first time in a coupe of weeks, any must haves?

Patience and understanding with the other half (and kids if you have them).

It's a small space to live in and experience will tell you what you need, until then play it by ear and be prepared to learn.

We've only been doing it for forty three years and still learning!

 

[DXX]

1/3 of what you think you need.

 

[JOG]

3L Fabric softener bottle with the handles like these for you know what when you get caught short in the night. They fit snuggly in the drivers door! Makes the wee smell lovely too.

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Made me laugh out loud!
“Doctor, I was just having a wee and lost my balance….honest!”

 

[Ayjay]

Made me laugh out loud!
“Doctor, I was just having a wee and lost my balance….honest!”

@JOG. I suspect that the fabric conditioner bottle would be pretty close to normal for A&E compared to some of the stuff that they see stuck on and / or inserted into a human body on the average shift!

 

[VW camper]

Packets of ketchup, mayo, etc for tip. Can opener. Woollen hat for head. decent pillows, a simple torch for night Time exertions to Jacks. mobile chargers, buy ones especially to leave in van. Eye shades incase of shitty curtins which let the light in ...
Jump leads, or booster. And a rain coat!
Edited... a good book.

 

[cgtmiles]

What you don’t need is kids getting isolated after covid contact at school!

 

[VW camper]

@JOG. I suspect that the fabric conditioner bottle would be pretty close to normal for A&E compared to some of the stuff that they see stuck on and / or inserted into a human body on the average shift!

What you don’t need is kids getting isolated after covid contact at school!

Shit happens to everyone..

 

[Teesix]

Light: Torches. Head torches are useful. Something to light the outside when you're cooking/relaxing/drinking beer.
Heat: If you don't have a diesel heater you need an alternative. A fan heater or oil filled radiator are good but you'll need to be on EHU to enjoy those during the colder times. Thermal blinds/covers.
Beer.
Comfort: Comfortable deckchair. Duvet. Pillows/cushions. Mattress.
Insects: UV Bug zapper (most important)
More heat: Pop top insulation cover. (during the colder times)
More beer.
Sufficient gaz
Porta Potti
Decent rubber headed mallet (If you have an awning)
Decent tent pegs for the awning. (If you have one)
25m EHU cable
More beer.
Entertainment: Music, movies internet.
Outside cooking: Don't stink the van out, Cadac have many solutions.
Wet gear and towels for when/if it chucks it down.
More entertainment when it chucks it down.
Beer.
Beer.
Sleep.