Tools To Take Off Roading
What to take if you are planning an off roading trip. If going off roading, you will need to take some basic tools along just in case something breaks down. A few basic tools you should always carry along include: open end wrenches 1/4″-3/4″. A few metric wrenches, a socket set, screwdrivers, knives and pliers. When preparing your emergency kit, include: open end wrenches, a few metric wrenches, multi-purpose tools, pliers, wrenches and screwdrivers.
To be Well Equipped, add a 1/4″ socket set, change the open end wrenches to open/box end wrenches up to 1 1/4″, an extra 9/16″ wrench, metric wrenches 6-24mm, add deep sockets, axle hub bit, Allen wrenches, Torx wrenches, pliers, needle nose pliers, diagonal cutters, wire crimper, propane torch, butane solder iron, utility knife, hammer-struck impact wrench, hammer, 24″ length of 1 1/4″ pipe for a breaker bar, T style lug wrench, and jumper cables.
A Service Station would carry all of the above plus a part retriever tool (telescoping magnetic or grabber), 12pt. 1/4″ socket for carrier cross-shafts. They also carry straps, battery terminal cleaning tools and welders. These service stations can be major conveniences during an emergency.
At this point you might think that it would be much easier to just carry a whole spare truck with you. However, this would not be very practical. The best way to figure out what spares you need is to see what breaks on your truck or similar rigs and carry spares. However, there are some items most of us should carry as Basic Equipment: hoses, several sizes of hose clamps, a length of vacuum line, some brake line, fuses, belts, oil filter, and a fuel filter.
Old parts can be a source of spares. Next time you do a tune-up keep the old plugs and distributor cap as spares. You can also make it home with out certain items if you have to. Jeeps are a great vehicle and can be a lot of fun. It is important to take good care of them and keep the maintenance up on them. If taken care of, they will last a long time. Jeeps are fun and affordable. So get yours today!
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