Trailer Stuff
2021 Camper Planning
This page was initially started as a bookmark collection to help with my transition from backpack to trailer - where/whenever possible! The information will likely be rough/incomplete - mostly for my own use - my bookmarks and notes were ALL OVER THE PLACE!)
I STILL don't know what I don't know about any of this this stuff! Too Fun!
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Last Update 5 December 2021
Must Reads/View
Official T@B 2021 Owners Manual (68p PDF)
From nucamprv.com/documents/Official 2021 T@B Brochure (11p PDF)
Specifications at the endnĂĽCamp RV YouTube Channel's Official 2021 TAB 320 Walkthru
More on TAB 320 PlaylistUnofficial nĂĽCamp T@B 400 Resource Guide (160p Google Doc)
From Unofficial-nucamp-t-b400-resource-guide-finalized/p1 thread on the T@B Forums. AMAZING!Junior and Little Miss Youtube Channel
Videos referenced in the Unofficial Resource guide
Other Stuff on this page
Link Collection
User Forums
T@B Forum look good @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/
Subaru Outback Owner forum @ https://www.subaruoutback.org/
General Onyx Towing Thread @ https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/2020-onyx-xt-towing.517951/#post-5923276
T@B Trailer Stuff
Official TAB Site @ https://nucamprv.com/tab-camper/
T@B 320 FAQs and Trouble Shooting @ https://jenngrover.com/jenns-top-answers-and-troubleshooting-steps-for-tb-320-owners/
Outstanding T@B 400 Resource @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/8650/unofficial-nucamp-t-b400-resource-guide-finalized
320 Boondock Newbie Thread @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/11245/newbie-bought-2021-t-b-320s-boondock
Setup Stuff
Instructions to Sanitize/De-Winterize 2021 T@b 320 @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/10932/sanitizing-de-winterize-2021-t-b-320s
EXCEPT ... Used Camco TastePURE Spring Fresh Water System Cleaner* instead of bleachWater hose gizmo order (dug out of https://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/21270976/print/true.cfm):
Regulator @ CG Spigot (many use a Y-Connector first)
Water Filter
Fresh Water Hose
Camper (some use 90 degree elbow)
Our Batteries: Interstate GC2-ECL-UTL. Interesting doc @
https://www.intechtrailers.com/images/info/PDF/Interstate-Battery/Interstate-Battery-Marine-Grade-Battery-Maintenance-Manual.pdfSimple Battery Discharge Chart - MANY out there. See also: solar/battery thread @ https://tabforum.nucamprv.com/#/discussion/comment/85707
Here's a Spec Cheat Sheet for our 2021 Boondock that includes State-of-Charge Chart. Will keep in camper notebook
T@B Trailer Stuff
Official TAB Site @ https://nucamprv.com/tab-camper/
T@B 320 FAQs and Trouble Shooting @ https://jenngrover.com/jenns-top-answers-and-troubleshooting-steps-for-tb-320-owners/
Outstanding T@B 400 Resource @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/8650/unofficial-nucamp-t-b400-resource-guide-finalized
320 Boondock Newbie Thread @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/11245/newbie-bought-2021-t-b-320s-boondock
Stuff to Get/Buy/Make
Must-Have Thread @ https://teardrop-trailers.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/1010/must-have-accessories-mods
Tab Trailer Accessories @ https://teardropshop.com/collections/custom-t-b-accessories
Another Accessory spot @ https://allproadventures.com/
Storage bins above sink @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/11245/newbie-bought-2021-t-b-320s-boondock
Sewer Hose Storage @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/11230/sewer-hose-storage-for-2020-tab-320s-boondock-lite
My list:
Wheel Chocks! Got'em - XMAS Present*
Leveling
Anderson Levelers included by our dealer. Good Video HERE, look pretty easy
Will pack a small level* in the camper toolbox to start. iPhone also has a built in Level
Will also pack 2 short boards to start with.
ToDo/Figure out: Do I need a digital leveler? or Leveling Blocks
Water Pressure Regulator:
Sewer Hose (25')
Dump Station Wrench & Heavy Rubber Gloves!
Tank Treatment - Happy Camper or Valtera
Locks / Insurance
Water Filter - Campco
Water Hose - Zerog or campco
Drop Hitch, 2" ball, 21" to top of ball
Tool Set - WITH spare fuses + Square Headed screwdriver (#2 used alot)
T@B 320 Bike Rack Options
Final Set-up:
Had the RV dealer install Jack-It bike rack ... it was easiest!
Research/Useful links:
Bolt-on Receiver for Thule (on trailer?) @ https://www.etrailer.com/Specialty-Trailer-Hitches/Ultra-Fab-Products/UF35-946401.html
Dual Hitch Receivers/Adapter Options @ https://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=Dual+Hitch+Receiver&furl=-pg-Hitch_Adapters
Another frigging bike rack (if I hafta!) @ https://support.lci1.com/jack-it-bike-racks
Brake Controller Links/Options/Info for 2020 Ouback Onyx Edition
Our Final Set-up:
Settled on an Autowbrake Trailer Mounted Controller. Seems to work well and makes it easier to switch Tow Vehicles
Had a 7-pin/4-pin Combo outlet installed by local shop recommended by our Trailer Dealer (see below)
Important Note! Due to the way dealer installed Autowbrake, it was imperative that we drive with lights on (not on auto!).
Research/Useful links:
Trailer Brake options
REDARC Tow-Pro Elite Electric Brake Controller @ https://redarcelectronics.com/products/tow-pro-elite-electric-brake-controller
Autowbrake Trailer Mounted Bake Contoller @ https://getautowbrake.com/products/autowbrake-trailer-mounted-electric-brake-control
Install Guide (pdf) @ https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2217/3331/files/12.21.2019_Autowbrake_Installaton_Final.pdf?458eTrailer.com Recommended contraption @ https://www.etrailer.com/question-401804.html
Curt Wireless Brake Controller @ https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Brake-Controller/Curt/C51180.html
Implementations
NICE Write-up with many pictures @ https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/installing-a-brake-controller.515687/#post-5957366
Full Brake Controller Thread @ https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/installing-a-brake-controller.515687/#post-5892793
Hitch & 7-Way Trailer Wiring Links/Options/Info for 2020 Outback Onyx Edition
Final Set-up:
2020 OEM Hitch Installed by Subaru Dealer when we bought the car (included 4-pin wiring)
Had a 7-pin/4-pin Combo outlet installed using the original Subaru Hitch bracket (7-pin is flush with bottom of bumper, faces DOWN). Had it professionally installed (Battery wire is under car - I probably would have ran that inside to keep it out of the elements)
Using Trailer-Mounted brake controller (see above)
Research/Useful links:
Subaru Hitch
2020 OEM Hitch Install video @ https://youtu.be/_vrrgRtzufg
OEM 2020 Outback Trailer Hitch Installation Instructions for PART NUMBER: L101SAN000 @ https://techinfo.subaru.com/stis/doc/accInstallGuide/L101SAN000%20Tow%20Hitch%20-%20Installation%20Instructions%20-%20English%20-%202020APRIL17-merged.pdf
OEM Ascent Hitch Installation (includes 7-way) @ https://techinfo.subaru.com/stis/doc/accInstallGuide/TR8%20tow%20hitch%20-%20installation%20instructions%20-%20Issue%2003%20-%2008292018.pdf
Implementations
Good Pictures of hidden (vertical outlet) install @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/comment/134583#Comment_134583
Photo of Horizontal outlet below Fascia @ https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/10379/0/#Form_Comment
2020 Onyx w/ Horizontal outlet on non-OEM Hitch @ https://www.reddit.com/r/subaru/comments/j5ww4p/2020_onyx_outback_7_pin_install_i_thought_2020/