GFCI testers and multimeters?

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I was just reading on another forum about a person camping in their '63 Compact for the first time. Apparently, they'd tested the electric before leaving home and blew something when they went to hook it up at the campsite. One of the solutions suggested was to purchase a GFCI tester and then an "ohm" meter - the person who suggested this said every camper should have one.

Anyone out there have an opinion, or actually experienced this? Are these good purchases to make? Thanks in advance for your input.

[vikx]

If it ain't broke...

Sometimes, the old 110 inlets cause trouble and not the actual wiring. I think most people do not need the above because they are not familiar with the testers. A visual inspection of the inlet should show whether it needs to be replaced. Don't waste your money on testers you will not use.

Don't fix it.

[Bob]

I have a simple plug-in model. I use it before I plug in and it has detected an incorrectly wired outlet at a campground before. You can get a gfi tester at Lowes for $6.00
www.lowes.com/pd_292761-12704-61-501_0__?productId=3128411&Ntt=tester&Ns=p_product_price|0

[kto17]

I think everyone should have a simple 3 light 15amp household plug tester and a 30 amp to 15 amp adapter if you are using a 30amp cord or the campground doesn't have the 20 outlets.

Not to offend any electricians but everyone makes mistakes and some electricians helpers are not the brightest. You should always check the power outlet at a campground before pluging in.

Just my opinion. FYI, I've never found a plug that was bad but until just a few years ago I was a tent camper.

[vikx]

Great Point, KTO! The little 3 prong tester are a definite must have. Buy one.

[Bow_Tied]

Everyone should have the thing Bob posted. No one should have a multimeter unless they are trained to use it or are willing to get that training. That might sound harsh, but wiring decisions are ones you trust your life to when speaking of 120V. JMO