RyanNJ
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I was recently going through my truck and i thought that i don't have much in here in case something happens so with that being said i am looking for some help to create a "safety kit" or a box of things that i should keep in the truck
What Do you Keep in your vehicle?
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Russianwolf
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Tire changing tools, and my 3lb sledge is all I carry in my truck. In winter, the ice scrapper goes in too. Oh and the multi-tool in the glove box.
I should probably get a set of jumpers, but that's mainly to help other people.
I should probably get a set of jumpers, but that's mainly to help other people.
In the summer I carry Jumper Cables, Fix a Flat in the can, a couple flares, and a toolbox full of tools.
In the winter I carry the same, but add a snow shovel, De-icer, a bag of salt, a blanket, and some extra clothes. Just in case I get stranded somewhere.
In the winter I carry the same, but add a snow shovel, De-icer, a bag of salt, a blanket, and some extra clothes. Just in case I get stranded somewhere.
Grim Spirit
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What I keep in my truck:
Jumper Cables (long, good quality).
Fire Extinguisher
Tow Strap (w/shackles)
Took kit
8 pound maul
Mag-lite
4-way Lug wrench
Crash-axe (Air Force type)
Binoculars (got in that habit when I delivered pizza in school)
Duct-tape (for things that move that aren't supposed to)
WD-40 (for things that should move, but don't)
Jumper Cables (long, good quality).
Fire Extinguisher
Tow Strap (w/shackles)
Took kit
8 pound maul
Mag-lite
4-way Lug wrench
Crash-axe (Air Force type)
Binoculars (got in that habit when I delivered pizza in school)
Duct-tape (for things that move that aren't supposed to)
WD-40 (for things that should move, but don't)
HSTurning
Member
I have a safty kit for a yankee swap years ago that took place of my milk crate.
New Cars safty kit (jumper cables, flairs, plastic hazzard triangle, and a bunch of other stuff I never looked at) portable air pump, flash light
Old cars always had a milk crate with jumper cables, oil, antifreeze, brake fluid, tranny fluid, antiseize for lug nuts, spare and jack that worked and a 4 way lug wrench, small tool kit, flash light, portable air pump
I drove around alot back then and didnt have very good cars.
In the winter I add a couple scrapers and a small throw blanket or 2
The portable air pump was added when I had a couple tires with slow leaks. Plugs into lighter and also has a small light on it. Had it for 15+ years now and if it breaks I will buy another. I have used it more then the jumper cables for both myself and friends/ random people
New Cars safty kit (jumper cables, flairs, plastic hazzard triangle, and a bunch of other stuff I never looked at) portable air pump, flash light
Old cars always had a milk crate with jumper cables, oil, antifreeze, brake fluid, tranny fluid, antiseize for lug nuts, spare and jack that worked and a 4 way lug wrench, small tool kit, flash light, portable air pump
I drove around alot back then and didnt have very good cars.
In the winter I add a couple scrapers and a small throw blanket or 2
The portable air pump was added when I had a couple tires with slow leaks. Plugs into lighter and also has a small light on it. Had it for 15+ years now and if it breaks I will buy another. I have used it more then the jumper cables for both myself and friends/ random people
smoky10
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I keep the usual emergency stuff and a Taurus 24/7 9mm pistol.
Gofer
Member
Multi tool, 15 in 1 screw driver, coveralls, 2 pairs of gloves, 2 blankets, safety lights(chem sticks), flash light, WATER and snacks. In the winter I also carry a folding shovel and some candles.
Bruce
Bruce
Me...
Me - a cell phone, my Tom-Tom and a multi-purpose tool. Nothing for winter...bad weather the truck stays in the garage and I stay-to-home (I'm retired). I rarely drive more than 10 miles from home, and I have a relatively new, well maintained truck with relatively few miles on it. I don't think I have had a breakdown on the road in 25 years and even if you have a minor fender bender the police are usually not too long getting there. Heck, last accident I had I back-ended a Hummer driven by an off-duty Philadelphia cop.
Me - a cell phone, my Tom-Tom and a multi-purpose tool. Nothing for winter...bad weather the truck stays in the garage and I stay-to-home (I'm retired). I rarely drive more than 10 miles from home, and I have a relatively new, well maintained truck with relatively few miles on it. I don't think I have had a breakdown on the road in 25 years and even if you have a minor fender bender the police are usually not too long getting there. Heck, last accident I had I back-ended a Hummer driven by an off-duty Philadelphia cop.
Pens By Scott
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For me,
Small first aid kit (gauze, tape, bandaid, rubber gloves)
Couple of candles in a can
Camping blanket
jumper cables
granola bars
windshield washer fluid
Pair of pantyhose (i'll let you guess about that one for a bit)
small screwdriver kit
two flares.
Small first aid kit (gauze, tape, bandaid, rubber gloves)
Couple of candles in a can
Camping blanket
jumper cables
granola bars
windshield washer fluid
Pair of pantyhose (i'll let you guess about that one for a bit)
small screwdriver kit
two flares.
RyanNJ
Member
What is a good tow strap to have?
Where should i look to get Flares or Triangles.
I gotta add duct tape and Binoculars (what strength)
I am thinking of either a mag light or a Pelican waterproof flashlight any suggestions
Where should i look to get Flares or Triangles.
I gotta add duct tape and Binoculars (what strength)
I am thinking of either a mag light or a Pelican waterproof flashlight any suggestions
My emergency kit consists of a pair of shoes.
I have jumper cables, and a jug of water, oil, and the like. My biggest pet peave is making sure everyone in teh vehicle has a pair of shoes. Years ago, my dads car broke down. It was about 110 outside, and my brother was barefoot. We had to walk a couple of miles, and my dad had to carry my brother to keep his feet from getting burned. Now i won't let someone get in my vehicle if they dont have a pair of shoes... You don't have to wear the shoes, but you do have to have them with you!!
I have jumper cables, and a jug of water, oil, and the like. My biggest pet peave is making sure everyone in teh vehicle has a pair of shoes. Years ago, my dads car broke down. It was about 110 outside, and my brother was barefoot. We had to walk a couple of miles, and my dad had to carry my brother to keep his feet from getting burned. Now i won't let someone get in my vehicle if they dont have a pair of shoes... You don't have to wear the shoes, but you do have to have them with you!!
Gin N' Tonic
Member
Cell Phone & number for AAA. What the heck do I pay them for?
rjwolfe3
Member
What do you do if you have no signal?:biggrin:
Grim Spirit
Member
A 2" wide, 20' long one is good, a 3" 30' is better (but more expensive). I like the ones that have loops on the end (no hooks).
Flares can be found at any parts store, or even Wally World. The triangles can be purchased in packs of three at any big rig parts store.
I've always been partion to 10x50's, but some people find them hard to focus. A pair of 7x50's is fine, and you can also get some that are infinite-focus
Not familiar with Pelican. For power, a big mag-light is hard to beat. For working on your engine on the side of the road at night a simpple, small LED flashlight that can be held in your mouth is great.
btboone
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Lenny
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DurocShark
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My old VW bus got this: http://donimages.com/guacamolebus/home/blog.php?id=67
Plus various spares such as a fully loaded and timed distributor, clutch and throttle cables, fan belt, etc.
My Saab gets a metric socket set, wrench set, torx bits and a screwdriver.
Plus various spares such as a fully loaded and timed distributor, clutch and throttle cables, fan belt, etc.
My Saab gets a metric socket set, wrench set, torx bits and a screwdriver.
RyanNJ
Member
here is the pelican flashlight also in black and blue.
el_d
Member
I think the most important thing is a Chainsaw..... We are pen turners so you never know when you will see a nice piece of wood.
I had an axe before the chain saw. Also Barbwire, a bag of cement, empty water bottles and some cheetos ,M&Ms and sunflower seed shells between the seats.
I had an axe before the chain saw. Also Barbwire, a bag of cement, empty water bottles and some cheetos ,M&Ms and sunflower seed shells between the seats.
Frank Nemke sr
Member
Extra pair of Polerize sunglass's multi tool and my AAA roadside help card. Let them fix it or tow me in
MesquiteMan
Retired Head Moderator
Well, let's see...
In the cab:
-9mm pistol with a magazine full of hollow points
-4 D cell LCD Mag Light
-First aid kit
-2 Fire extinguishers
-Extra heavy duty jumper cables
-Ibuprofen
-Numerous sets of house plans
-International Residential Code building code book
In the tool box:
-2 cordless Makita 18v impact drivers
-Cordless Makita 18v hammer drill
-Cordless Makita 18v reciprocating saw
-Cordless Makita 18v flashlight
-Cordless Passlode framing nail gun with nails
-Cordless Passlode trim nail gun with nails
-Fully charged batteries for all cordless tools
-Makita circular saw
-Dewalt jigsaw
-Dewalt 4" grinder with miscellaneous wheels
-2 Eastwing hammers
-Complete socket set, both metric and SAE
-Dremel moto tool
-Dremel multi-tool
-Assortment of screws
-Assortment of caulk and sealants
-Clamps, hand plane, and misc hand trim tools
-Laser level
-4' level
-2' level
-bottle jack
-Leather gloves
Truck bed:
-2 tow straps
-4 way lug wrench
-3 extension cords
-75' cable
-Small toolbox full of screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, etc.
Needless to say, I am pretty well prepared!
In the cab:
-9mm pistol with a magazine full of hollow points
-4 D cell LCD Mag Light
-First aid kit
-2 Fire extinguishers
-Extra heavy duty jumper cables
-Ibuprofen
-Numerous sets of house plans
-International Residential Code building code book
In the tool box:
-2 cordless Makita 18v impact drivers
-Cordless Makita 18v hammer drill
-Cordless Makita 18v reciprocating saw
-Cordless Makita 18v flashlight
-Cordless Passlode framing nail gun with nails
-Cordless Passlode trim nail gun with nails
-Fully charged batteries for all cordless tools
-Makita circular saw
-Dewalt jigsaw
-Dewalt 4" grinder with miscellaneous wheels
-2 Eastwing hammers
-Complete socket set, both metric and SAE
-Dremel moto tool
-Dremel multi-tool
-Assortment of screws
-Assortment of caulk and sealants
-Clamps, hand plane, and misc hand trim tools
-Laser level
-4' level
-2' level
-bottle jack
-Leather gloves
Truck bed:
-2 tow straps
-4 way lug wrench
-3 extension cords
-75' cable
-Small toolbox full of screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, etc.
Needless to say, I am pretty well prepared!
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workinforwood
Member
Jumper cables
10,000 lb tow chain
spare tire and things to change the tire
about 5 yrs worth of pay stubbs on the dash
about 30 Mcdonald and Wendy bags crumpled up in a pile
Crumbs from chips, cookies, goldfish and whatever else my daughter ate in there
4-5 melted crayons
half a dozen or more sucker sticks
loose change in the ash tray and maybe scattered about in the seats and on the floor
some note books, sketch pads, pencils and drawings of naked woman under the back seat
Hey...you asked!
10,000 lb tow chain
spare tire and things to change the tire
about 5 yrs worth of pay stubbs on the dash
about 30 Mcdonald and Wendy bags crumpled up in a pile
Crumbs from chips, cookies, goldfish and whatever else my daughter ate in there
4-5 melted crayons
half a dozen or more sucker sticks
loose change in the ash tray and maybe scattered about in the seats and on the floor
some note books, sketch pads, pencils and drawings of naked woman under the back seat
Hey...you asked!
snyiper
Member
I prefer a chain to a strap. 3 cell mag light also doubles as a nice Baton, Flair gun also can serve double duty if needed (imagine getting hit by that!) Misc tools and jumper cables made from welding cables 18ft long
Rifleman1776
Member
Having run a cattle farm for over 25 years, I long ago learned to be prepared. My truck has a large tool box with quite a few tools. In addition, there is a first aid kit and several fold up chairs. Inside are flashlights, a case of bottled water, my cell phone, a gas card, extra checks, a firearm or two, a digital camera with extra batteries, rope, cord, duct tape, knives, airways to help folks breath in certain instances, a mouth to mouth breathing device for cpr, an epinephrine pen and lots of little things I have learned can be, literally, life savers.
glycerine
Member
TellicoTurning
Member
I keep a AAA card.:biggrin:.been a member since 1963..... having all that other stuff would be just weight for me to haul around as I'm the most un-mechanical person you'll meet... I know I can change a flat, but that's about it and my spare is hung under the undercarriage, so I likely won't get down under the truck to get it out... anything else goes wrong.. well I'm just stuck.
SDB777
Member
Stihl MS390 w/ripping chain and my Alaskan Mini Mill
1991A1 w/4 full 10rd clips
Everything is covered this way!
Scott (slab wood and take what I need) B
1991A1 w/4 full 10rd clips
Everything is covered this way!
Scott (slab wood and take what I need) B
Rfturner
Member
generally just a Knife, possibly a Leatherman most of the time. A small LED flashlight they take less power and are brighter. I got mine for around 10 dollars and it has 21 LED bulbs on it. You can see it in the day.
Everything I call my Dad he's a mechanic by trade and if I can't fix it he can.
Everything I call my Dad he's a mechanic by trade and if I can't fix it he can.