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*Mister-B* · 11-01-2012, 01:58 PM

I'm thinking little repairs here and there are going to be the norm. It's all good.

I was noticing one side of my exhaust was sagging. Looked underneath, and one of the metal mounting pegs was rusted and sheared off. So, I picked up a good bolt with washers and lock washers at the hardware store. I was glad I had some leather work gloves in the cab, because the pipes were hot. I ended up buying a spare bolt for future use.

Anyway, what do you guys carry for repairs?
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SS Tim · 11-01-2012, 02:54 PM

AAA card is nice when you don't feel like being Roadside MacGyver for any number of reasons.

AirSpeed · 11-01-2012, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by SS Tim

AAA card is nice when you don't feel like being Roadside MacGyver for any number of reasons.

AAA and a cell phone, you can fit both in your pocket! I think I have an old Crecent wrench, a dead flashlight and a broken pair of pliers in my glovebox, just in case!
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dmw319 · 11-01-2012, 04:00 PM

duct tape, flashlight, vice grips, screwdriver, and zip ties.

Andy4639 · 11-01-2012, 04:00 PM

Where to begin.
1. Jumper cables good ones
2. Coulpe of qrts of oil
3. Jug of water & antifreeze mix
4. Jack, small 2"x6" wood to sit jack on
5. Old screw driver, philip head, pliers,adjustable wrench
6. Duct tape
7. Old blanket to lay on are wrap up in
8. Flash light
9. Credit card and phone
10. Gloves
11.Emergency kit in glove box
12. Rags
13. Waterless hand wash when done
14. Belts
15. Rope are straps
I have a rubbermaid container in the back of the truck and keep everything in it.
The list can go on and on.

**Stocker** · 11-01-2012, 04:14 PM

I almost don't want reply, 'cause I don't want to jinx myself. But here goes....

Haven't had a AAA card for years. I don't carry tools. Well, a few exceptions -- jumper cables, jack, and a four-way are always on board. If I'm woodcutting, my wife is usually with me, and she has the cell phone. But there's almost never any cell service. We'll have a scrench, file & guide, and the usual firewood tools -- axes, mauls, wedges, & a shovel. But no other hand tools or spares.

*Mister-B* · 11-01-2012, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by SS Tim

AAA card is nice when you don't feel like being Roadside MacGyver for any number of reasons.

I agree, and I do have towing with my insurance plan, but sometimes fixing it yourself on the side of the road is less fuss than a tow
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*Mister-B* · 11-01-2012, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

Where to begin.
1. Jumper cables good ones
2. Coulpe of qrts of oil
3. Jug of water & antifreeze mix
4. Jack, small 2"x6" wood to sit jack on
5. Old screw driver, philip head, pliers,adjustable wrench
6. Duct tape
7. Old blanket to lay on are wrap up in
8. Flash light
9. Credit card and phone
10. Gloves
11.Emergency kit in glove box
12. Rags
13. Waterless hand wash when done
14. Belts
15. Rope are straps
I have a rubbermaid container in the back of the truck and keep everything in it.
The list can go on and on.

That's a great list, but aren't you worried someone will take your stuff, seeing as you keep it in the back?
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Andy4639 · 11-01-2012, 05:56 PM

I have a bed cover with lock.

Critter · 11-01-2012, 06:03 PM

My bare necessities are as follows...

10" cresent wrench
medium sized Phillips screw driver
medium sized flat screw driver
zips ties
Lineman pliers (Electricians pliars)
flashlight
ratchet strap
jack and lug wrench
MORE zip ties

You can do a lot with that short list. Oh and of course the cell phone AND a car charger. I have never called a tow truck and don't intend to. The one or two times a vehicle has left me stranded I have always been able to get a ride to one of my other vehicles and my flatbed trailer or called on a friend to help me. I know not everyone has that luxury, I consider myself lucky in that respect.

PanelDeland · 11-01-2012, 06:30 PM

Don't forget a First Aid kit.I usually have a coathanger and a used belt for accessories also.

**rockc** · 11-01-2012, 08:04 PM

I keep a extra alt belt, heater hose and radiator hose up under the hood in the engine compartment.

*Mister-B* · 11-01-2012, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

I have a bed cover with lock.

That would explain it lol
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MacGyver72 · 11-01-2012, 08:47 PM

I have a small 50pc tool kit in a nice compact case that I carry behind my seat with much of the stuff others have mentioned. I would like to add a circuit tester to your list. The tool kit I have includes a small one and it's come in handy quite a lot for finding electrical issues.

Spare parts to carry are points (if you have them), a couple of plugs, assorted fuses, and a length of wire. That will most likely get you home in almost any situation.

MacGyver72 · 11-01-2012, 08:48 PM

Hey and what's wrong with being MacGyver??? LOL

Andy4639 · 11-01-2012, 09:30 PM

My dad told me a long time ago. Carry as much as u can, that way you will never need any of it. It has worked pretty good for the first 30 years of driving.
I also have a electric fuel pump and spare tire in there somewhere. I kept the cardboard the belts are in so if I need one when out on the road I have the correct numbers.

11-01-2012, 01:58 PM	#1
Mister-B Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 3,331	Items for roadside repair kit? I'm thinking little repairs here and there are going to be the norm. It's all good. I was noticing one side of my exhaust was sagging. Looked underneath, and one of the metal mounting pegs was rusted and sheared off. So, I picked up a good bolt with washers and lock washers at the hardware store. I was glad I had some leather work gloves in the cab, because the pipes were hot. I ended up buying a spare bolt for future use. Anyway, what do you guys carry for repairs? Posted via Mobile Device

11-01-2012, 02:54 PM	#2
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11-01-2012, 04:00 PM	#4
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11-01-2012, 04:00 PM	#5
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? Where to begin. 1. Jumper cables good ones 2. Coulpe of qrts of oil 3. Jug of water & antifreeze mix 4. Jack, small 2"x6" wood to sit jack on 5. Old screw driver, philip head, pliers,adjustable wrench 6. Duct tape 7. Old blanket to lay on are wrap up in 8. Flash light 9. Credit card and phone 10. Gloves 11.Emergency kit in glove box 12. Rags 13. Waterless hand wash when done 14. Belts 15. Rope are straps I have a rubbermaid container in the back of the truck and keep everything in it. The list can go on and on. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

11-01-2012, 04:14 PM	#6
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,667	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? I almost don't want reply, 'cause I don't want to jinx myself. But here goes.... Haven't had a AAA card for years. I don't carry tools. Well, a few exceptions -- jumper cables, jack, and a four-way are always on board. If I'm woodcutting, my wife is usually with me, and she has the cell phone. But there's almost never any cell service. We'll have a scrench, file & guide, and the usual firewood tools -- axes, mauls, wedges, & a shovel. But no other hand tools or spares. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

11-01-2012, 05:56 PM	#9
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? I have a bed cover with lock. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

11-01-2012, 06:03 PM	#10
Critter Future TOTM Winner Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bulverde, TX Posts: 2,692	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? My bare necessities are as follows... 10" cresent wrench medium sized Phillips screw driver medium sized flat screw driver zips ties Lineman pliers (Electricians pliars) flashlight ratchet strap jack and lug wrench MORE zip ties You can do a lot with that short list. Oh and of course the cell phone AND a car charger. I have never called a tow truck and don't intend to. The one or two times a vehicle has left me stranded I have always been able to get a ride to one of my other vehicles and my flatbed trailer or called on a friend to help me. I know not everyone has that luxury, I consider myself lucky in that respect. __________________ 72 Chevy CST K5 HIGHLANDER BLAZER Getting a 6.0,NV4500,NP205,14BFF (Currently laying all over the place in little pieces) 72 Chevy swb step-side "LS" 6.0 Here's a build thread of sorts 2002 HD2500 Crew Cab, 8.1L Allison 4x4 Daily Driver Check it out www.lsdyno.com

11-01-2012, 06:30 PM	#11
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? Don't forget a First Aid kit.I usually have a coathanger and a used belt for accessories also. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

11-01-2012, 08:04 PM	#12
rockc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SE WY Posts: 640	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? I keep a extra alt belt, heater hose and radiator hose up under the hood in the engine compartment. __________________ 72 chevy 3/4 ton 4X4

11-01-2012, 08:47 PM	#14
MacGyver72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Greencastle, IN Posts: 132	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? I have a small 50pc tool kit in a nice compact case that I carry behind my seat with much of the stuff others have mentioned. I would like to add a circuit tester to your list. The tool kit I have includes a small one and it's come in handy quite a lot for finding electrical issues. Spare parts to carry are points (if you have them), a couple of plugs, assorted fuses, and a length of wire. That will most likely get you home in almost any situation.

11-01-2012, 08:48 PM	#15
MacGyver72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Greencastle, IN Posts: 132	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? Hey and what's wrong with being MacGyver??? LOL

11-01-2012, 09:30 PM	#16
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Items for roadside repair kit? My dad told me a long time ago. Carry as much as u can, that way you will never need any of it. It has worked pretty good for the first 30 years of driving. I also have a electric fuel pump and spare tire in there somewhere. I kept the cardboard the belts are in so if I need one when out on the road I have the correct numbers. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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