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The Ultimate Roadside Recovery/Repair Bag

i started another thread about this on another site...here was the most prepared which is 1tonmudder on here

Oil-gal
ATF-gal
AF-Gal
PS fluid-Gal
Brake fluid-quart
Box of assorted elec stuff(TP sensor,module,FP relay,ect)
Med size tool bag with assorted tools/pliers/hammers.
Large(r) box craftsmen tool set in plastic box.
Extra serp belt
Extra alt
Extra starter and sol
Big and little funnel's
Spare inner and outter shafts
Spare D-shafts-both ends
Spare U-joints-both ends/case
Spare axle/case yokes w-hardware.
Bottle and scissor jacks
Cum-a long
4 long plug wires
Rubber boots
12V florescent light
propane torch
snatch block/choker/strap/clevis
Handcleaner
Seems like were always dippin out of my box.

In the ammo can in the back I have poncho's and the installation guide for my FI (just in case) and an extra ECM.
 
Wow. I think I`ll need to throw a utility bed on the rig to carry all that :eek1:
Awesome post man!

I was more leaning towards say if your rig broke down on the side of the highway type recovery/repair. Anyone have a setup specifically for their DD? (not that all of the above doesn`t apply :wink1:)
 
everyone i wheel with has at least some of this stuff. its a list we made on the local board.

1 = Quantity
? = Quantity determined by froader'
Color Highlights are a NECESSITY


?- Several members trained in First Aid
1- Well stocked First Aid Kit (Minimum)
1- Maintained Fire Extinguisher (Each truck)
1- Batteries properly secured/tied down
?- Functioning Seat Belts
2- Airbags deactivated for New Trucks
1- CB Radio (all trucks)
1- Saftey...A person not going who has the names of all and location


2- 30'x3'' tow ropes
3- D-links for connecting ropes and/or hooking up to other trucks
3- Blankets to throw over the straps to knock down snaps
1- 30' chain
2- snatch block (MED and HD Sizes)
1- Winch (If available)
1- Come Along (HD size)
1- Pul-Pal (Any size)
1- 6' sling/ tree saver to attach snatch to a tree
1- 20'x3'' ratchet (or more)
1- Rope
1- Hi Lift Jack - 48 or 60" versions
1- Hi Lift Jack base or sizeable plywood
1- Hi Lift Jack repair kit
1- Pick
1- Long handled Ax
1- Short handled Hachet
2- Shovels
1- Sledge Hammer (Long and short handled)
1- Chain Saw (If possible) w/fuel and tools
1- Bag of Kitty Litter
1 -Jerry can of Gasoline
1 -Jerry can of Potable Water
1- Jerry can of Anti-Freeze
1- Tool Set
?- Assorted Flash Lights
?- Replacement flashlight batteries
?- Assorted (Specialty) tools
1- Truck Service Manual
1- Full Size Spare
1- Tire removal/installation tools
1- Tire Repair kit
1- Can of starter fluid (emergency tire mounting)
1- Air Tank, CO2 tank, or mini compressor
?- Bungee chord tie downs
?- Motor Oil, Dextron ATF, 80w90 Gear Oil
1- Power Steering Fluid
?- Stop Leak
?- Various fasteners (Zip ties, asst. nuts/bolts/cotter pins)
?- Specialty parts for your rig (spare axle shafts)
?- Common parts for your rig (hoses, belts, u-joints)
1- Knee high hunting swamp boots, good work boots (kickers) or fishing waders
1- Rain Gear


Personal Items:

NON PERISHABLE FOOD (Includes snacks...MRE's for the constipated brave)
BOTTLED WATER
TOILET PAPER
BOX OF CONDOM'S
BABY WIPES
CELL PHONE W/SPARE BATTERIES
CONTACT LIST

1- Bug repellent
1- Sun Screen
?- Fold up chairs
?- Sleeping bags
?- Blankets
?- Hand warmers
1- Change of Clothes (appropriate for time of season)
?- Towels
 
more people i ride with
pipeline
1. large jug of water
2. motor oil
3. gear oil
4. power steering fluid
5. atf
6. Brake fluid
7. spare front hubs
8. spare ft. shafts ( long & short )
9. misc. nuts & bolts
11. electrical repair kit
12. HIgh lift "48" with base & tool bag
13. spare tire
14. misc tools ( bfh, screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, prybar, drill bits, drill, jb weld, duct tape, zip ties, tire plug kit, silicone, 1/2 impact, and assorted sockets )
15. spare brake lines
16. fire ext.
17. tp
18. funnels
19. pump for gear oil
20. rags
21. brake cleaner
22. first aid kit
23. flash lights
24. jump box


gotlabs
axle shafts
drive shafts
ujoints
hubs
alternator'
spare pols (having a 465/205 combo eliminates the extra trans fluid)

two straps a 20' and 30'
tree saver
2-15' chains
several d rings/shackles
spare winch grip
winch solenoids
hyd lines for hyd assist
hi lift 60" of course

ujoint straps/ubolts
silicone
jb weld
soap for gas tank leaks


formud
In my rig.....

Hand tools.
Tools pacific to my rig.
Tire repair stuff.
Tube to fit my tire.
Spare fuses.
Mics fluids.
Snatch block.
Two d-rings.
Winch control.
Spare hyd hoses.
Spare propane hose.
Belts.
Hi-lift.
Air hose.
Two straps.

I also leave in the tow rig.....

Spare axle shafts..Left and right.
Alt.
Starter.
Propane tanks.
More misc fluids.
Spare tire (Sometimes)
Soon...Spare drive shafts.



here is one of 1tons boxes
Heres what my elec box look's like.
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I usually have some JB Weld and a test light in there also but the light is on the table in the shop and i used all the JB.It's been picked down a little but you get the idea.
 
oh well i personally keep ujoints and a spare driveshaft for the rear. atf and motor oil, as well asbrake cleaner. a few seals and a full set of tools and silicones. hub socket has been used a few times. i got a couple plugs and a cigarette lighter compressor. and a couple jacks, hilift and a knuckle buster.
 
Depending on where and how far I am going depends on what I take, from the looks of it some of you take alot more then you could ever need, but nothing against being prepared.
 
kgblazerfive said:
Depending on where and how far I am going depends on what I take, from the looks of it some of you take alot more then you could ever need, but nothing against being prepared.
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Thats more of what I`m getting at. I`m talking something setup for a rig you drive back and for to work everyday, maybe a trip 60-100 miles every so often. Something more oriented for basic repairs, not that its not possible for something to go wrong, no matter the situation.
 
NEK5 said:
Thats more of what I`m getting at. I`m talking something setup for a rig you drive back and for to work everyday, maybe a trip 60-100 miles every so often. Something more oriented for basic repairs, not that its not possible for something to go wrong, no matter the situation.
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Here's what i carry:

- small can of wd40
- 3/8 ratchet set with basic SAE and metric sizes
- piece of pipe to fit over ratchet to increase leaverage if needed
- various fuses
- duct tape
- screw drivers
- set of allen wrenches
- adjustable wrench
- BFH
- flashlight
- box of condoms
 
NEK5 said:
Thats more of what I`m getting at. I`m talking something setup for a rig you drive back and for to work everyday, maybe a trip 60-100 miles every so often. Something more oriented for basic repairs, not that its not possible for something to go wrong, no matter the situation.
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I can fix damn near anything on the truck with my Leatherman and a 9/16" wrench. :haha:

More seriously, I'd say a basic set of hand tools to cover your average roadside repair (e.g. alternator R&R, blown ignition module, the like) would include:

wrenches from 3/8" to 3/4"
3/8" drive sockets in the same sizes, plus a ratchet and ~6" extension
(maybe a 1/4" drive set too, with the little sockets, or at least nutdrivers in 1/4", 5/16" and the like for the aforementioned ignition module)
a few screwdrivers, both flat and Phillips
a hammer (ballpeen for 4x4High :haha: )
needlenose and bullnose pliers
wire cutters/crimper
black tape
for side terminal batteries, a ratcheting 5/16" wrench is a lifesaver

Fluids I wouldn't go overboard with, but it's never a bad idea to carry a gallon, say, of water; ideally distilled, i.e. no extra crap like the drinking water has.

Spare parts is highly dependent on your vehicle. Mine are old enough that I carry fuses, an HEI ignition module (and the silicon grease), maybe some hose clamps... you guys with newer trucks would start talking about relays and ECM's and such. (Of course, the newer trucks are less likely to break stuff than my 35-year old veterans.)

A small cache of wires, fuel and vacuum lines, crimp connectors, and the odd nut and bolt (3/8" -- remember that 9/16 wrench!) etc can be handy too.

You still need to get to the parts house to get your replacement fizzbin, but that set of tools should cover anything up to a medium catastrophe and make you look like a stud on the roadside -- whether it's to your buddies, your mom, your girlfriend or your wife -- when you just git 'er done rather than having to call a tow truck.

Seriously, though, and no I don't work for them, the best power tool is the AAA "Plus" card. 100 miles of towing, up to four times a year. Not cheap, but I tell ya the peace of mind is great. :deal:

-- A
 
And what is WITH you guys carrying rubbers? Your truck's broken down, so you may as well get it AWN on the roadside? Or is there some other use for them?

And OH ... rubber nitrile gloves, the blue ones. Carry ten of the damn things and keep them away from heat ... but they'll save your hands when you're driving to a wedding or something and you gotta change a flat in a hurry :D

-- A
 
Lots of good lists but I didnt see 1 person say anything about PPE.

You should at LEAST have a pair of good leather gloves and some safty goggles. 99% of road side fixes are under the damn truck. Gloves- things are hot and sharp granted you cant do everything with gloves on but you should have them.

For every day and short trips.
Spare tire
jack
lug wrench
jump box or jumper cables (good cables not the $3 parts store specials)
assorted hand tools as mentioned above.
At least 1 qt of the fluids your truck requires *oil, atf, PS fluid, ect.
short shovel or at least a military folding shovel
small hatchet
chain or tow rope
duct tape
small roll of bailing wire
electrical kit with fuses relays some wire and conectors ext.
A good first aid kit
I always keep a small kit of fasteners*screws bolts nuts tape JB weld zip ties ect.*
a sharp knife or razor utility knife
come along or a ratchet strap of some sort
at least 2 bottles of water
some energy bars or a MRE
hand full of rags
hand cleaner
leather gloves
safty goggles
hand full of sealable sandwitch bags. * if you have to remove a part to get home use a baggie for the bolts nuts ect.*

Carefull planing all this should fit in a fairly small box
 
original balzer said:
Spare tire
jack
lug wrench
jump box or jumper cables (good cables not the $3 parts store specials)
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Sorry, these escaped me as they're so patently obvious to me -- as in I do this for even the wife's car :deal: And let me clarify:

FULL SIZE, CORRECTLY INFLATED spare tire.

None of this compact, inflate-when-you-use crap.

The jack should be a hydraulic bottle jack, IMHO, with a couple foot-long scraps of 2x4 or 2x6 lumber to use as blocking.

And the jumper cables should be at least #6 and ten, twelve feet long. #4 if they're longer than that. :deal:

-- A
 
original balzer said:
small roll of bailing wire
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Finally! Someone said it... How do the rest of you get home!

But really though... For on road use AAA is actually pretty cheap if you use it even once. Any more a tow bill for around the block is three times more than a years membership. They come in really handy if you lock your keys in the trunk too.. Not that I've ever done that...
 
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