CREATING A LIST: A shortlist of best parts to have available

[temps425]

Hey, Im thinking of putting together a survival kit to put into my FSJ. Basically, I want to build a box and have all the parts that are most likely to cause a break down. So far I have:

Tools (Tool box w/ all basic mechanics tools, all cheap-o HF stuff :rolleyes: )
Spare Tire
U Joints (2)
Belts (all)
Wire and wiring connections
Battery Charger

I'm trying to think of al things that will leave you stranded when broken.

What else?? :thumbsup:

[HOOT]

In addition to what you have listed here is mine;

I always keep a jackstand,4x6x15" oak block, and jack of course.
I have a small plastic case that has a small assortment of connectors,fuses, wire ,cutter and crimper, and tape.
TSM Not haynes or chilton.
I usually keep a small thing of wire as well in the tool bag.
AAA card in the wallet.

Keeping the Jeep in good condition is the key to happy Jeeping. The above is just peace of mind.

[npd811]

Additionally:
black tape
Duct tape
safety wire
hose clamps
fuses
bottled water
spare quart[s] engine oil
brake fluid
rubber hose

It all fits in a tupperwear tote.

I'll regret this, but; I've never broken down with any of my 3 FSJ's, but I've been 'Jonny on the Spot' when others broke down.

My CJs is where I learned my breakdown repair skills.

[npd811]

OH!, and a funnel.

[vanaisa]

first aid kit
small bottle of vodka (in case if nothing else helps)

[Heavy_Metal_Thunder_81]

spare ignition module
can of carb cleaner
spare roll of wire

[FSJ Guy]

With the exception of the engine, transmission and t-case, carry spares of everything.

In other words, if you can lift it yourself, bring a spare. I realize that for the QT folks, this would INCLUDE a t-case. :D

[gsmikie]

a trailer to carry all the extra parts ..... a small car/motorcycle on the trailer to drive back home to get a tow rig to go get the said jeep with

[Newjeeper22]

all of teh above + celphone

[smogdredd]

The mosy important spare You can have is a buddy. Even if He's got a (gasp) H2.

[KJ Ryu]

I need to carry all the internal parts to rebuild my front axle. Broke another shaft last Sunday... 3rd one in less than a year.

[eurowag]

Spare Ignition Module
Jump leads
AAA card

[Bill Lawton]

Fuel pump manual or electric

[Tad]

Auto = Spare Starter
Although if you have a Buick 350 I think most older GM starters work and they are easy to find/borrow.

I actually took a spare radiator to Ouray this year.

[Headhoncho]

I actually took a spare radiator to Ouray this year.


I took a spare one to ECI two years ago. :thumbsup:

On the topic of radiators, bring Waterweld. It's like the Billy Mays miracle putty but not as cheesy. And for all the people that made fun of me on our MAFSJC Fall Fling a couple weeks ago, it got me out of the woods (for a second time) and the stuff is still holding. :cool: Comes in a small tube in the Permatex aisle.



JR

[seventynine]

If you're venturing off road...having tools to re-seat a bead is a plus. IE...a large ratchet strap and some dish soap....and or some lighter fluid. For kicks I tried the lighter fluid bead re-seating method recently and it worked like a charm!

If you don't have onboard air...a portable 12v air compressor is nice...and a plug kit.

If you don't have a winch...a Come-Along hand winch and a long strap can be very valuable. Back in the days before I had electric winches we used the crap out of our $30 Come-Along's:thumbsup:

[lost1]

... but I've been 'Jonny on the Spot' when others broke down.

I can't tell ya how many times my Jeep repair kit has come in handy for a Chevy or Ford or something else, busted down on the side of the road/trail.:D

[gsmikie]

yep you leave home in a junk heap ....... and return with a rebuilt truck its called the rebuild the truck road trip .... and its always funny how there is never enough time to fix it right ..... but there is always time to do it over

[CutterN55]

Nobody said Fire Extinguisher....?


I carry the basics plus a couple odds and ends...here's my list
a HF tool bag
Wrench/socket set
Screw drivers, allen/torx wrenches
a test light,
multimeter,
wire/splices/terminals,
3lb hammer,
prybar,
small extinguisher
Spare tire (33")
2" recovery hook hitch
2 Hi-lifts,
chains,
tow strap,
HD cargo straps,
brass punch,
ball joint fork,
spare ICM,
assorted bulbs,
little box of hardware,
U-joints,
hose clamps,
couple lugnuts
6011 rod and a hand held sheild + extra jumper cables
a couple tubes of RTV and JB weld, leather gloves
Super glue
1 jug or 2 of each of the vital fluids
1 gallon distilled water, & couple small water bottles,
1 poncho
small duffle with spare set of clothes/boots
Big Mag light,
K-bar
IFAK-(first aid kit)
Granola bars
Extra tin of Copenhagen


need to go get some belts...

[joe]

I see you live on the wet side too. I usually make a few winter trips to the dry side (Colville, Spokane) so beside tools I keep a stuck/crash kit in the rig all winter. Duffle with a sleep bag, ragged old down coat, couple cans of beans, tuna, backpack stove, flashlight, good book etc. Ain't a lot of traffic out there in the middle of the night.

[tgreese]

A "no start" condition will most often leave you stranded. Other mechanical problems usually develop slowly, and give you some warning.

No start is almost always no spark or no gas. So carry spares to repair each of these systems first.

Electrical - coil, ECU or points/condenser, coil wire, a 10' roll of primary wire, spark plugs, a coil wire, fuses... you get the idea. SOme of this stuff can be good take-offs from you last tuneup.

Fuel - fuel pump, fuel hose, fuel siphon, carburetor kit, fuel filter, etc.

Beyond that, tire repair stuff (patch kit, some kind of tire pump, inner tube), hoses and belts.

You can carry haywire stuff, like baling wire, tie wraps, adhesives, duct tape, rubber tape (stuff that electricians use), etc.