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What accessories does a new motorhome owner need?

By The RV Fuel Vault, Sarasota, Florida · Updated October 2026

Short answer

A new motorhome owner needs the same campsite basics as any RV (surge protector, water regulator and filter, sewer kit, levelers, chocks, safety detectors), plus driving gear: a tire pressure monitor, a wireless backup or rear-view camera if one is not fitted, an RV-safe GPS, a toad or tow setup if you plan to tow a car, and a locking fuel door. Class A, Class C and Super C chassis come with an exposed, unlocked fuel cap; The RV Fuel Vault locks over it and fits Ford E-350/E-450, F53, F-550/F-600, Workhorse, Freightliner S2RV, Chevrolet and Ram 5500 (gas) coaches.

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Which door fits which motorhome

Class C on Ford E-350/E-450: Single Large door. Class A gas on Ford F53 or Workhorse: Large door. Super C on F-550/F-600: one, two or three doors depending on the coach (gas, diesel and DEF fills). Class C on Chevrolet 3500/4500: Round door. Ram 5500 (gas): one Small door. Find My Fit confirms the exact parts for your floorplan.

Pricing

Website prices: $159.95 for a single small door, $169.95 for a single large door, $319.95 for a 2-Pack, and $479.95 for a 3-Pack. Shipping is calculated at checkout.

Locking fuel door vs locking gas cap

FeatureRV Fuel Vault doorLocking gas cap
Covers the whole fill area
Cap cannot be pried or broken off
Stops contamination (sugar, water, debris)
Made for motorhome chassis bezels
Keyed lock

Related questions

Is a locking gas cap enough for a motorhome?

It is better than nothing, but a locking cap stays exposed and can be pried, broken or picked. A locking fuel door covers the entire fill.

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