Critique my tool list

[LukesfirstJeep]

How about a deck of cards? That's what my mother gave me when I bought my first car (bucket of bolts). I asked her why cards, and she said I could play solitaire until help arrived

On a serious note, I usually carry a blanket or sleeping bag in my vehicles in case I end up spending the night.

 

[toximus]

On a serious note, I usually carry a blanket or sleeping bag in my vehicles in case I end up spending the night.

That's in the camping gear! Anytime I'd be on the trail without it is when base camp isn't too far away.

 

[jjvw]

I think you could by twisting (think twist-tie on a bread bag) but it'd also cause stress and wear on the hose. Maybe there's a technique I don't know?

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I'll have to experiment with a side cutters. The WireTite tool allows for greater surface area to the surface being clamped. I've been thinking about it today and can't figure out how to do the same with a side cutters.

 

[xxdabroxx]

Are we talking diagonal cutters or linemans pliers?

 

[jjvw]

Are we talking diagonal cutters or linemans pliers?

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Even with a linesmen pliers, I can't see it getting as tight as the WireTite tool. I'm really curious about this.

 

[xxdabroxx]

Those little tools work great my dad has one. Probably a good idea to add to the bag along with some stainless wire.

 

[someguysjeep]

does your tire repair kit have a couple large patches, scuff paper and some rubber cement?
plugs are crap if you a poke a side wall.

 

[toximus]

Dana 60 RCV boot

I've been thinking through this one a little more... I don't think I need to carry it. If I have to separate the shafts it would only be because I broke a shaft and if that happened I'd have to order a shaft anyway and could add in the boot to the order.

 

[toximus]

Can anyone think of any reason why the exhaust would need to be removed for a trail repair? I can't think of any.

 

[bobthetj03]

A small peen hammer. Gorilla tape?

 

[PatMc]

Milwaukee 12v stubby. I understand this will beat the chrome sockets to a pulp but I don't want 2 sets and chrome provides the best clearances.

You've been hanging out on GarageJournal for too long. I've been using chrome sockets with 3/8" impacts for 20 years and can't remember ever having broken one.

Remember...if you have to sit there and rattle on the bolt for 30 seconds before it starts to come loose...you need a bigger tool. An impact ( if you've chosen a 3/8" drive) should hit a couple times and spin the bolt out....or run the bolt down and hit a few times to snug it. It's really not very hard on sockets. Big stuff is different, but we're not using a 3/8 on big stuff.

 

[jesseshoots]

I have road side assistance on my wifes Jeep but not mine. If there's a big enough issue I'm going to have to rent a truck and trailer to tow it home myself and have a friend back home ship my box of trailer tie downs to me. No part of that is fun or easy. Although AAA could help with the initial getting off the road.

I added a roadside assistance package to my insurance for something like $5 every six months. It's basically for the help of getting me to a place where I can load up on a trailer to get home myself, or get the jeep to a flat, safe area where I can fix it to drive home.

A small peen hammer. Gorilla tape?

Agreed on the peen hammer. I carry a small 8oz. one in my bag. It's a lifesaver when you need to hit something with precision and a rock/wrench wont do.

 

[someguysjeep]

i have considered a small hard wired 12v to 110 power inverter under a seat or dash. not sure what it could help in the middle of a trail, but could make camp rep's easier with access to some power.

and saw you plan to carry a spare LCA.
i had a thought about a couple less expensive bushings or joints and some square tube. 1 tube inside the other, slip fit, with a few sets of holes. 1 hole matching UCA length and a 2nd matching LCA length, 3rd to bolt it at the length required.
it could have 4-5 holes if front and rear CA's are not equal lengths

 

[toximus]

I added a roadside assistance package to my insurance for something like $5 every six months. It's basically for the help of getting me to a place where I can load up on a trailer to get home myself, or get the jeep to a flat, safe area where I can fix it to drive home.

For me that coverage is $12.48/6mo (~$25/year). Does anyone know what the average towing bill costs to get off the highway? The other benefits the plan offers have no use to me.

 

[toximus]

i have considered a small hard wired 12v to 110 power inverter under a seat or dash. not sure what it could help in the middle of a trail, but could make camp rep's easier with access to some power.

I thought about that too along with one of those trailer welders. Bring a grinder and drill along too and you'd be unstoppable. But at some point I need to trust that I built my Jeep to not fail and draw a line at how much I'm going to carry. I find that too much ends up causing hassle in the meantime.

and saw you plan to carry a spare LCA.
i had a thought about a couple less expensive bushings or joints and some square tube. 1 tube inside the other, slip fit, with a few sets of holes. 1 hole matching UCA length and a 2nd matching LCA length, 3rd to bolt it at the length required.
it could have 4-5 holes if front and rear CA's are not equal lengths

That's an interesting idea. My lowers match but the uppers don't. The UCAs have to be smaller diameter to clear but you could probably work something out where the smaller slip fit tube could be used for the uppers.

 

[toximus]

Has anyone found a wrench roll that has 22(ish) pockets and is made from nonwater absorbent material?

 

[psrivats]

@toximus how are you going to carry/organize all this gear inside the Jeep? Are you planning to add a small toolbox, or just use soft sided tool cases/pouches for everything?

 

[toximus]

@toximus how are you going to carry/organize all this gear inside the Jeep? Are you planning to add a small toolbox, or just use soft sided tool cases/pouches for everything?

To prevent rattling and save on weight I'm planning using smaller organizers (such as placing wrenches in rolls) and placing those inside a soft sided tool bag. Not as organized as making a toolbox that fits across the back but easier to bring to other Jeeps and less weight.

 

[psrivats]

To prevent rattling and save on weight I'm planning using smaller organizers (such as placing wrenches in rolls) and placing those inside a soft sided tool bag. Not as organized as making a toolbox that fits across the back but easier to bring to other Jeeps and less weight.

I don't run a backseat in my TJ and I just installed an ATV toolbox in mine. Only 17lb and it's a great size and well made. I replaced the lock with a bolt lock that opens with my ignition key. I went this route to have some secure storage in my Jeep. Option for you if have the space.

 

[toximus]

I don't run a backseat in my TJ and I just installed an ATV toolbox in mine. Only 17lb and it's a great size and well made. I replaced the lock with a bolt lock that opens with my ignition key. I went this route to have some secure storage in my Jeep. Option for you if have the space.

That's good find! With my fuel cell, spare tire, and thin tailgate I have roughly 4" depth available with more room at the "corners" of the tire.