What's in your toolbox?

[gotmuddy]

I'm putting together a tool box for the max here is what im planning on bringing: 130 link 530 o-ring chain, two spare master links, tools to change chains, roll of electrical tape, Two crescent wrenches for adjusting tensioners, paper towels, tire plugs\tools

[Canadian_Zuk]

I have a common spare chain made up with with several master links in it, I can use it full length for my longest chain or remove the section I need.
Bicycle pump
tire plugs
various screw drivers & wrencehs, pliers, wire cutters etc
1/2" ratchet, extension and socket to remove tires
a pry bar
a paddle
pruning saw
zip ties
bailing wire
duck tape
2 new spark plugs
latex gloves
valve stem and cores
spare drive belt
spare alternator belt
ratchet strap
50' winch line extension
winch anchor


LOL, I think that's about it I do not pack absolutley everything unless I'm planning on travelling somewhere where help may be out of reach but I do keep 90% of that gear packed under the back seat. If it's just a short trip I leave the spare parts, tire pump and winch anchor behind but always have my tools.

[gotmuddy]

thats a very good list. I also forgot to add that I am putting spare drain plugs and zip ties in.

[Dozerlarry]

don't forget a small hand mirror and flashlight, it really helps seeing in those tight places

[gotmuddy]

That's a good idea, flashlights are Always good to have

[tbone9]

Here's a few things I carry in the winter. Long handled shovel along side the seat, ice anchor to winch from, tire pump, ice auger, and a storage box in the engine bay with most of the stuff already mentioned with the addition of fuses, fuel pump, leatherman tool and fishing line to tie the throttle half open when the throttle cable breaks and I'm two miles from shore with the fish house in tow lol.

[Dozerlarry]

Although lots of these tools are generic to us all I always enjoy reading about the things that people in different parts of the country carry.

[gotmuddy]

I tell you what I wish I had after last weekend: a small socket set and wrench set! taking a carb apart while out in the swamp was terrible!

[Rock Doctor]

This was a list I wrote up a long time ago, it is by no means "All Inclusive", and over time it had been slightly modified. Keep in mind that I often ride alone, and could be up to 15 or 20 miles from the nearest road.
Some of the things I carry...........


You might want to pull up a chair
Pretty much every tool needed to work on the machine. (Any time I work on the machine, I try to use only the tools I carry with me). They take a suprisingly small amout of room ( I use a "Dewalt" 18v Cordless drill box, with deviders removed). Fits in the hollow in the front floorboards PERFECTLY.

Spare outer Bearing housing W/ seals, Spare nuts
Outer bearing (Idler shaft brng)
Most springs and little conecting rods for the carb/throttle linkages
Little bushing under the throttle linkage (Droped one of those before)
Mechanics magnet and mirror
Pushrod
Master links
A bit of each kind of chain
Chain Breaker
Belt
Dry Graphite lube
WD40
Isopropyl gasline antifreeze
Spark Plugs + wrench
Tie down straps
Spare tire/rim
Track pin + Collar
Snatch Block
Heavy rope (winch line extension)
Spare hitch pin
Spare Trailer hitch spring/Tongue/Jam Washer
Chainsaw/gas/oil/file
Axe
Throttle cable
Air Compressor
Wire connectors/plyers
Headlight (flashlight)
Engine oil
Grease Gun
Gloves
Brake pads/Soft Kit/brake fluid
Fuel filter
Spare fuel line
Spare valve caps/Valve stems
can of "tire inflator goop"
Feeler guage
Misc. Bolts/washers/splitpins,ect (just a few)
Either
Rags/towl
Hand cleaner
Lighter/Benzo Torch
Firestarter
Fishing Rod/Lures (colapsable kit)
Compass
GPS
Batteries
Spare Sprocket setscrews
Power inverter (12v DC to 120v AC)
Spare body Plugs
Fuses
Bearing kit for my trailer
Tire plug kit
Spare cloths/footwear
Rain gear
Food/water
First aid Kit
Pack of Cigars
Ear plugs
Rifle/Ammo
BUG SPRAY at least 2 cans, you don't EVER want to run out
Note Pad and pencil (to leave a note if I have to walk....Got **** about that once and it wasn't even me that did it)
Small Tarp/String

No Bilge pump, but I should have one



I know there is some more stuff in there, but can't think of it right now.
I carry alot of stuff (alot of it is in a kit, that I can put in/take out easily), but I access some pretty romote places, cell coverage is poor at best, and I am often alone.

As a general rule of thumb "If you have it with you, you won't need it"

Short list of tools..........
I'm at work, so I'm going on memory here.......

Hammer (with handle cut short)
Combo Wrenches, 15/16, 3/4"(2), 13/16, 9/16, 1/2(2), 7/16, 10mm, 12mm
8" Adjustable
Modified Needlenose Vice Grips
Flat Screw drivers (3- Stubby, med, large)
Philips Screwdriver (2)
Red Handle Robbie Screwdriver (#2)
2 sets Allen Wrenches (folding set and loose set{swivel head}, plus a couple spare 5/32" and 1/8")
Plyers
Pressure guage
Torch Tip Cleaner
1/4" Drive Ratchet
-1/4", 10mm and 12mm sockets
-2 extensions and a 3/8" adapter
3/8" dr Ratchet
-1/2", 9/16", 16mm, and 9/16 med deep sockets
-Extension
1/2" dr Ratchet
-Extension and 3/4, 15/16 sockets
track pin punch
Test Light
Side Cutters
Zip Ties
Electrical Tape

Just winging it, I'm sure that I have missed a few
All my tools are in a small box that fits into the floor pan well, and all the parts,cleaners, ect fit in a smallish Rubber Made Tub.


By no means do I feel you need all this stuff, and in fact, I use most of my stuff trying to help others that I meet to get going again.
Do you think I'm CRAZY yet

IF YOU HAVE IT WITH YOU, YOU PROBABLY WON"T NEED IT

RD

[Dozerlarry]

I've got to admit, you're covered for everything but war. Oh wait, I see a rifle and ammo on the list. You now have it ALL covered.