Just thought I would show this off and see if anyone could think of anything that would be nice to have I am forgetting. Idea is I can just grab the box and have everything I need for my tires on the trail.
Trail tire service kit
- Thread starter Midnight LJR
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Add a valve core removal tool and a ratchet strap in case you need to wrap a tire to re-seat it. Happened to Scot coming down Big sluice.
Valve core removal tool (4 in 1) and spare cores if you don’t already have them.
I know you have those emergency stems, I’ve never used them so I can’t comment.
I carrry replacement stems. I know you have to break the top bead to install a standard stem but that’s really not a big deal.
I carry this type of tool to install a stem.
MonkeyJack Valve Stem installation Fishing Tool Puller Car Tire Plug Core Remover Repair High Performance https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719FR5DK/?tag=wranglerorg-20
There are ways to install a stem without this but it’s cheap, light, and works pretty well
I know you have those emergency stems, I’ve never used them so I can’t comment.
I carrry replacement stems. I know you have to break the top bead to install a standard stem but that’s really not a big deal.
I carry this type of tool to install a stem.
MonkeyJack Valve Stem installation Fishing Tool Puller Car Tire Plug Core Remover Repair High Performance https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719FR5DK/?tag=wranglerorg-20
There are ways to install a stem without this but it’s cheap, light, and works pretty well
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What size ratchet strap is usually needed for that? I have never done that, but that would be a good thing to have in there.
Yeah valve stem tool is definitely needed. Talk about forgetting the obvious.
Is there a preferred brand for any of that? Or just any old kit like this from amazon?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MZ5KJ15/?tag=wranglerorg-20
Great Idea! Thanks!
I’m not sure what other people use but I recently got some replacement plugs from these guys.
http://www.bowessealfast.com/c-63-tire-repair-products.aspx
When I lived in Michigan I used to get tire repair supplies from the local NAPA store. It was in a very rural area. The store near me in AZ doesn’t stock much for tire repair.
That Amazon Kit is low priced, don’t know if that means cheap. I’d be tempted to check somewhere like NAPA to see how their price compares. It may all come from the same source......? Maybe spending a bit more gets you a better product? These days you never really know
alittleoff
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Your kit looks well equipped. The only thing I'd suggest is replacing the air gauge with an air gauge/inflater tool.
That way you don't have to remove the air chuck to check the pressure.
I use a Power Tank liquid filled dial gauge, so no batteries to mess with.
That way you don't have to remove the air chuck to check the pressure.
I use a Power Tank liquid filled dial gauge, so no batteries to mess with.
I agree an air gauge would be much better. I run the ARB digital gauge and have no complaints. I haven't run out of batteries yet but carry spares in my gear bag just in case.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RS57L5/?tag=wranglerorg-20
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RS57L5/?tag=wranglerorg-20
OP
Realized I never posted my final version of this. I took everyone’s feedback and am really happy with the kit I ended up with and it easy to move between vehicles thanks everyone.
