NEK5
3/4 ton status
just as the title states.....i know like all the fluids and stuff, but just wonderin what else
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what to check before wheelin
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resurrected_jimmy
1/2 ton status
everything you think you broke last time. Lock/unlock the hubs, t-case operation, recovery equip, visual check for damage underneath, etc.
Go ahead and accept the fact that if your going to go whelling things will break and you will have to deal with them as they happen. The amount of prep and chances you are willing to take is up to you. I trailer my junk and wheel with the same couple of buddies every time I'm back in the states. We kind of know what to expect form our junk so if it breaks we just drag it back to the trailer and see where we can go from there
Go ahead and accept the fact that if your going to go whelling things will break and you will have to deal with them as they happen. The amount of prep and chances you are willing to take is up to you. I trailer my junk and wheel with the same couple of buddies every time I'm back in the states. We kind of know what to expect form our junk so if it breaks we just drag it back to the trailer and see where we can go from there
I check and not in this order
tire pressure
oil
antifreeze
brake fluid
power steering fluid
crawl under truck... grab both dshafts and see how they feel.. good universals...
I also carry all the fluids with me...duct tape, tow strap, bungie cords and tools....
in the future I will be carrying extra
waterpump
starter
alternator
belts
oil, oil filter, catch pan
universals
d-shafts
tire pressure
oil
antifreeze
brake fluid
power steering fluid
crawl under truck... grab both dshafts and see how they feel.. good universals...
I also carry all the fluids with me...duct tape, tow strap, bungie cords and tools....
in the future I will be carrying extra
waterpump
starter
alternator
belts
oil, oil filter, catch pan
universals
d-shafts
Grease anything that has a zirk. Hit up the mall for a alittle crawling first..lol
pauly383
Daddy383
I also check the battery in my power mic on the radio , and make sure the antenna is tight . I also make sure I have put some cash in the ashtray in case a small town gas station can't take a card anywhere on the route ( works for gas if you need to send someone else into town for you ) .
Everything esle is pretty much covered by others already .
Everything esle is pretty much covered by others already .
jekquistk5 said:
Good one.... well I hit the zirks every 3rd run... before I go.. but I do look at them before I go.. If I dont see any grease on the part of the slip shaft then grease until it is there....
NEK5
3/4 ton status
you ready bro?
K5TRLBLZR
Registered Member
I like to put a wrench to anything that has a moving part. Just for peace of mind that it was tight when I left. That way if something loosens up or breaks then its fate not ignorance. LOL
Also, good idea to make sure you have fresh water, dry food and extra clothing. I aslo carry shovel, along with what's already been mentioned.
Well here are a few fixes for when you break down:
You’ve broken your truck, it’s 13*, and you’re a long way from home.
1. You’ve ripped the back axle off your truck while rescuing a comrade.
>Use jump leads, three batteries and an electrode to weld the axle back on takes a while.
2.You puncture your fuel tank while crossing a treacherous boulder field.
>Depending on the hole, either use a piece of chewing gum, a spare body screw, or a piece of soap to plug the leak.
3. You’ve rolled a tire off its rim and though you’ve levered it back on, you just can’t seem to seat the bead on the rim.
> Use an explosion of flammable starter gas sprayed inside the tire to push the bead back into place- STAND BACK!!
4. Hole in radiator hose!
> when cooled off wipe dry, patch with tire patch (tube type) and wrap with duct tape
Here is a list of some of the things I carry:
What are some 'quick-fixes' if I break down?
Here's some emergency repair measures if you are stuck in the middle of no-where - they must only be used if it's an absolute emergency and, with these 'quick fixes' in place, you should only drive your vehicle as far as is needed to find help.
Broken fan belt
Fractures or breaks in fuel lines can easily be repaired with plastic hose. Slip the end of the hose over the end of the broken fuel line and secure its position with wire.
Damaged fuel tank
If your vehicle's engine is not fuel-injected, you can effect a gravity-feed system by connecting a container of fuel to the carburettor by means of plastic tubing. If you're carrying a sufficient amount of spare fuel line, the roof rack is good place to locate the fuel container. Make sure that the fuel you are using is clean and strain it if necessary. Carrying fuel on your roof rack is dangerous, so only do this if it's an absolute emergency.
Leaking radiator
You’ve broken your truck, it’s 13*, and you’re a long way from home.
1. You’ve ripped the back axle off your truck while rescuing a comrade.
>Use jump leads, three batteries and an electrode to weld the axle back on takes a while.
2.You puncture your fuel tank while crossing a treacherous boulder field.
>Depending on the hole, either use a piece of chewing gum, a spare body screw, or a piece of soap to plug the leak.
3. You’ve rolled a tire off its rim and though you’ve levered it back on, you just can’t seem to seat the bead on the rim.
> Use an explosion of flammable starter gas sprayed inside the tire to push the bead back into place- STAND BACK!!
4. Hole in radiator hose!
> when cooled off wipe dry, patch with tire patch (tube type) and wrap with duct tape
Here is a list of some of the things I carry:
- Tool kit ( basic small kit that comes in its own case. )
- Electrical repair kit (test light, wire, assortment of wire terminals and crimper's.)
- Jumper cables
- Air compressor and hose. ( I carry a small portable.)
- Bailing wire
- Latex gloves ( if you have to mess with a greasy U-joint and don’t have a good way to clean your hands along the trail. )
- 8’ X 10’ tarp ( This is better to lay on instead of the ground or mud when working under the vehicle.)
- Tire pressure gauge.
- Tire repair kit
- 3 or 4 quarts of engine oil ( You can use this in a pinch for rear end and manual transmission oil )
- 3 or 4 quarts of automatic transmission fluid ( for automatic transmissions only)
- A pint of brake fluid
- Engine oil filter and filter wrench ( I had a rock flip up and put a hole in one )
- I use storage boxes to put all this into
- Hold down straps to secure the cargo boxes ( have at least one of these a winch type strap that can be used for re-seating a tire bead. )
- Leather gloves ( For handling hot parts and winch cables )
- Coveralls ( It is nice to be clean after the repairs are made )
- Any special tools that are vehicle specific.
- Any parts that seem to break often on your specific vehicle
- Jack ( a high lift is very useful )
- Tow strap ( Loop ends only, hooks turn into missiles )
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Full size spare tire
- Propane torch
- Acid core solder
- Roll of paper shop towels
- Can of WD-40
- Plastic garbage bag ( to cover large parts, doubles as rain slicker )
- Zip lock bags ( to put small parts in )
- piece of wood to put under jack.
- ROLL OF DUCT TAPE!!! (saved my butt plenty of times)
What are some 'quick-fixes' if I break down?
Here's some emergency repair measures if you are stuck in the middle of no-where - they must only be used if it's an absolute emergency and, with these 'quick fixes' in place, you should only drive your vehicle as far as is needed to find help.
Broken fan belt
- Always carry a spare fan belt or two.
- If you have an older vehicle, you should fit new belts before you leave and carry the old ones as spares.
- In an emergency, use a nylon stocking, cord or rope to give some traction over water pump and fan belt pulleys. Keep engine revs low until you can replace the temporary belt with a proper one.
- Fractures in hydraulic brake lines should be repaired by cutting or breaking the line at the fracture and sealing it by flattening the end of the brake line, folding it back and then flattening it again. Both ends should be treated in this manner.
- If the break occurs in the line leading to the wheel and the line is sealed off, the system will only suffer the loss of one wheel brake and the remainder will still work, although they'll have a tendency to pull violently in one direction.
- Be careful to keep your speed down. Hydraulic fluid lost from the system must be replaced. If you don't have any spare hydraulic fluid then castor oil, methylated spirits or water will suffice, but do not use engine oil as this will destroy rubber components very quickly. Do not repair hydraulic brake lines with plastic hose.
Fractures or breaks in fuel lines can easily be repaired with plastic hose. Slip the end of the hose over the end of the broken fuel line and secure its position with wire.
Damaged fuel tank
- The easiest and most effective way to repair a broken fuel tank is to use a two-pack epoxy resin and proprietary brands of two-pack putties.
- Failing this, you could try using a wooden plug slightly larger than the hole in the tank and spreading silicone sealant or chewing gum around the bung.
- If the tank can't be repaired, a plastic hose from a fuel container connected to the intake side of the fuel pump could be used.
- If plastic hose is not available, the existing fuel line from the tank to the pump can be disconnected at the tank and redirected into a fuel container.
If your vehicle's engine is not fuel-injected, you can effect a gravity-feed system by connecting a container of fuel to the carburettor by means of plastic tubing. If you're carrying a sufficient amount of spare fuel line, the roof rack is good place to locate the fuel container. Make sure that the fuel you are using is clean and strain it if necessary. Carrying fuel on your roof rack is dangerous, so only do this if it's an absolute emergency.
Leaking radiator
- Add the contents of one bottle of Stop Leak to the radiator and block the hole with proprietary brands of two-pack putties. Note: Remove the cap on pressurized systems with this type of repair.
stallion85
1/2 ton status
Cool, lots of good advice in that post
trail repair
3. You’ve rolled a tire off its rim and though you’ve levered it back on, you just can’t seem to seat the bead on the rim.
> Use an explosion of flammable starter gas sprayed inside the tire to push the bead back into place- STAND BACK!!
that sounds like fun
3. You’ve rolled a tire off its rim and though you’ve levered it back on, you just can’t seem to seat the bead on the rim.
> Use an explosion of flammable starter gas sprayed inside the tire to push the bead back into place- STAND BACK!!
that sounds like fun
