Thus far....for car repairs only. Torx bits Allen keys sockets epoxy putty crescent wrench vice grips screwdriver w/ multiple bits fuses jumper cables Tow hook tow rope gorilla tape zip ties frs radio Spark Plug socket (14mm slim if OEM spark plugs) Tire repair kit Air compressor Microfiber towel quick detailer 1qt Oil tire pressure gauge Distilled or Demineralised water Gasoline siphon
Boy, Bster13, you and I are almost identical. Add a 1/2 inch breaker bar and a bunch of bungie cords and you have it! Some time ago I built a rear seat delete kit out of marine grade plywood and carpet with three doors held on by magnets. The middle door covers the rear seatbelt receptacles for the Schroth Harnesses, and the two larger outside doors cover the butt pockets for the former seats. That's where I store this gear, as well as a blanket, Multi tool/pocket knife and some candles/matches in a can (if stuck somewhere and low on gas, the candles in an old soup can can supplement the heat the interior of the car). I also have gloves, a flashlight, window scraper and first-aid kit (self made for the real world) elsewhere in the cubbies/glove box in the car. Oh - if heading to Bend Oregon, I also carry extra Balvenie Whisky for Scott (in Bend - of course!) Good thread - I enjoyed it! Pat
Only other thing I'd add to the Road Trip Tool Bag: One supercharger. I'd use the other tools in your bag (that sounds so dirty) at the first opportunity to make the ultimate repair.
Yeah it's just my Wife and I and if I ever use NT01s or 888s on spare rims that will come in handy. For now it will be Dunlow DIIs for trackdays.
This is something I've been thinking about for a good while. I should get my wife's Volvo set up with one. Since we are a 1 vehicle family now, the rest of my prep kit has migrated to the back of her car.
Don't forget a case of beer. You never know how long you may be stuck, :devil: even warm beer is better than NO BEER! :ihih:
On my recent 1100 mile trip from the east coast to KC in my new-to-me-classic, I took: Duct tape Zip ties didn't need either one of them..... But I could have used a few tools, fortunately I have friends along the way! I the future I will carry a few things, Cash Cell Phone Credit Cards AAA card Screwdrivers - Phillips and flat Pliers Small crescent wrench Duct tape Zip Ties Quart of oil Spare Tire, jack and tire wrench That's probably about all.....if I need anything more, that's what the first 4 items are for. And most importantly - friends along the route!
:cornut: Most of those Delete Kits came with sound dampening material but word is that the cabin noise did increase. They used to be sold by MINIMANIA, give them a try. Jason
It increases the sound ALOT and did not come with any sound dampening at all. I covered it in matching OEM carpet and put Dynamat on the floor and the bottom of the rear seat delete to bring the sound level down to acceptable level. Then I went and had a custom straight exhaust made with (2) hollow "mufflers" made and it's very loud and I love it. It's not for everyone but hey I am far from Normal. I know if I did not add the Dynamat it would be un drivable LOUD. :eek6: