Trail spares

[scrappy88]

I always carry a spare ignition control module for the distributor since I have TBI. That stupid thing has stranded me twice, so I won't let it happen again.

 

[miniwally]

I like the list above, it is very complete and I planned on carrying most of it but I never thought of an alternator thats a great idea. I'm not wanting to haul a whole spare K5 with me and with the wife and kids in the rig with me space is limited. The basics are essential, but having everything isn't always needed. I don't beleive that a complete repair needs to be done on the trail just a good enough one to get you back to the trailhead (trailer) of course expedition type trips would need more survival type items. I also never wheel alone so between me and a buddy we can share the load


You guys have some good ideas I've revised the list to fit my needs and to fit the purpose of being able to make it back to the trailer.

Keep em coming






·Hi-Lift
·Spare tire, tire plug kit, spare valve stem
·Jerry Can
·Water Can
·Pressure gauge/air down stuff
·Leather gloves/Mechanix gloves/ Latex gloves
·Brake parts cleaner, WD-40, RTV, shop towels
·Duct tape/zip ties
·Fuses & test light, extra wire/connectors
·Maglite w/ extra batteries, head-lamp
·First Aid Kit
·ABC Fire extinguisher
·Engine oil, gear oil, tranny fluid, anti-freeze, brake fluid, oil filter, siphon or pump
·Water proof work boots
·Sockets, extensions, drivers, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, c-clamps
·Breaker bar, spindle nut socket, pick set
·U-joints, ball joint/u-joint press, spring center pin, bolts/nuts/washers for suspension
·Small pry bar/chisel,
·Loaded axle shafts, lug nuts, spare d-shafts Spindle nut socket
·Spare locking hub
·Radiator hose repair kit
·Jumper cables
·Spare alternator, fuel pump, belts, fuel filter, splice kit for rubber hoses, extra fuel line
·Extra ratchet straps, rope, bungee cords
·Tree saver (or extra strap) & tow strap with d-rings for hookup
shovel,
·Plastic tarp
folding chair
·Lighter
·Map, compass, GPS
·Toilet paper/baby wipes, trash bags,
·Rain suit
·Bug spray/sunscreen, good hat
·Drinking water and food
Air compressor (12v or york)
bailing wire
electrical tape
spare dist. cap, coil and rotor
starter fluid

This isn't a bad list. Keep in mind that some of this can be doubled up i.e. drinking water and emergency vehicle water can be the same thing. Spare alt. isn't needed with Jumper cables. Just charge the batteries off another vehicle or swap batteries as needed.

My attitude on spares is that you have enough for a trip to Moab to fix anything. However that stays at the tow rig/camp. The vehicle spares are just enough to limp back to a trailer. If I didn't have a 60 and 14 bolt I would carry spare shafts ready to go in.

90% of what I have seen is either broken axles, something with cooling systems, or Electrical. Wire nuts and a few lengths of wire can fix a lot.

Oils are a place where you can really cut back. Carry 5 quarts of engine oil, some power steering fluid and trans fluid if you have an auto. Engine oil will cross over to gear oil for a limp off the trail. Hell I would have just about anything that is slick in any system in a pinch.

Carry any odd ball part that might not be the same as someone else on the trail. ign. modules are a good point, fuel pump, hose and repair kits for the hoses.

Try to keep expedition wheeling and rec. wheeling independent. Expedition wheeling takes a lot of stuff. Rec wheeling requires just enough to get you off the trail and nothing more.

I also try to always go through the tools and spares to eliminate things that haven't been needed in a long time. As you wheel more you get to know what might be a problem area and have the items needed to address that.

 

[BGKYK5]

tow rig...trailer

Hmm it looks like I need to add a couple items to my list.

 

[miniwally]

Hmm it looks like I need to add a couple items to my list.

Those two things while being very large and expensive are Priceless.

Many worries and frustrations go away when you have a trailer waiting for you.

I also forgot to mention having an adult beverage or two in the cooler. Not saying a bunch of booze but a few beers can sometimes help bring the worst of situations into perspective. Things look real bad until you take a break and have a beer and relax for a few minutes.

 

[POORBOYK5]

subscribed... saw this a couple months ago and searched forever to find it now...

 

[thebluemax]

subscribed

 

[DokWatson]

I bring at least a gallon of all fluids, my tools, spare starter, jumper cables, and my shotgun...