needed supplies for an fsj event

[Michael_King024]

If all goes well in the next 4 months, this years ECI will be my first FSJ event/excursion..i need some help from the seasoned members here on what kind of things i need to plan for and bring with me. what things are absolutely necessary and what stuff is considered amenities..like i said this will be my first event so any/all advice is welcome. thanks yall mpk

[ClovisMan]

Toilet Paper, Beer, Boudreaux's Butt Paste, Beer, Sunscreen, Beer, Bug Spray, Beer, Tow Strap, Beer, Extra U-Joints, Beer, Tools, Beer...

And to wash down all that Beer, you need some extra spicy hot wings.:D

In all honesty, you should bring everything you would use on a typical campout, and then bring every part that might break on the trail. Kinda hard to bring an entire parts rig though...scratches head....

[Casey]

Note: Alcohol is NOT allowed in the group camp or anywhere on the trails.

The only place alcohol is allowed in the forest is in the roadside primitive camping areas.

[ClovisMan]

Note: Alcohol is NOT allowed in the group camp or anywhere on the trails.

The only place alcohol is allowed in the forest is in the roadside primitive camping areas.Well just remove every other entry in my list, and it's still not that far off.

Do ya'll have skeeters in the Carolina's like we have here in Texas? You know, as big as a hummingbird.

[1jeep]

What is this and where will it be?

[Casey]

What is this and where will it be?
It's in The Uwharrie National Forest, NC.

Yes, ClovisMan the skeeters in NC are among the worlds finest and largest! State bird actually.

I didn't find the sekeeters all the troublesome at Schlitterbahn! None in Austin thanks to the bat community. :cool:

[Casey]

4x4, money for trail passes @ $5 a day, camping gear - food and drinks.
Troy is not far away and there's plenty of stores/shopping - parts houses etc...

There are showers and brand new flush toilets for this year!!

No more gnat catcher pit toilets!

[cajun_lad]

Don't forget fluids for the Jeep, they get thirsty too. Especially ATF, AMHIK!!!!!
Another good thing to think about, especially if you plan to drive your Jeep to the event and back, bring an extra air filter. They get pretty clogged with dust over the weekend. Some of us even change them out daily while we're in the dust bowl.
A spare tire is a must.
An extra U-joint or 2 is nice to have handy. Seal them in a plastic bag so you don't lose caps or needle bearings.
A cooler to keep food and drinks cold, ice can be bought from the outpost nearby.
A good set of ankle supported shoes. When we stop on the trails, it never fails, the guy/girl in flip flops starts complaining about the rough terrain... duh!!!
Anything else you may want on a typical camping trip, tent, air mattress, change of clothes, bathing suit (lake nearby where you can swim and rinse the dirt/cool off), fishing tackle (lake nearby where you can fish, same lake actually), whatever else you can pack in your FSJ.
Pets are welcome too, just please use a leash, as there will be other people with dogs. If you bring a dog, bring plenty of food and water for them as well.

[Casey]

Great post Joseph! :thumbsup:



If you use as much ATF as Joey...a friend to ride shotgun to deploy the fire extinguisher!!! :p :D

[cajun_lad]

Great post Joseph! :thumbsup:



If you use as much ATF as Joey...a friend to ride shotgun to deploy the fire extinguisher!!! :p :D

That was the old rig. The new one doesn't use quite as much. Besides, the fire extinguisher is mounted right in front of the driver's seat now. Easy access!!!!!

Oh, that reminds me, add a Fire Extinguisher to the list ;)

[blazer3664]

A decent CB.

Even if you have a cell, how many of the other guys #s do you know? In a group like that its probably not as big a deal, but if something breaks maybe some body up front that can fix it with his/her eyes closed will hear and come give you a hand getting it done and back on the trail that much faster.

Fire extinguisher, cooler- well strapped down, spare parts, fluids, air filter, GOOD tire plug kit- like from a trucking outfit( not a el-cheapo special that breaks off in the tire mid repair leaving you worse off -- ask me how I know:banghead:)
Plenty of ratchet straps, bungies, rope, and whatnot to keep all your gear lashed down, AND USE THEM. Nothing worse than everything flying about inside if you flop or roll your rig. I have seen people hurt by a toolbox when the truck didn't even flop over hard enough to hurt anything but the mirror.

Dont forget the old standbys, duck tape, bailin wire, and JB Weld. Million uses for them thar thangs.

Make a check list well in advance, and re-examine it several times. Then use it before you leave, its always the thing you left behind you will need.

Jim

[sungoesdown]

Yes, more from the AMHIK list...
a full or at least half a tank of gas while on the trails...

A fire extinguisher or a good Carolina Hat...

A spare tire...

If you are gonna wheel hard- a trailer and tow rig. Plenty of $$ for T-Shirts and raffle tickets

If you are gonna wheel moderately-basic hand tools including BFH and pry bar. Oh, and plenty of $$ for T-shirts and raffle tickets.

If you are gonna just hit one baby trail and the forest roads-Food and drinks for the weekend, plenty of $$ for T-shirts and raffle tickets

Just hanging out and what not-Plenty of $$ for T-shirts and raffle tickets.

[fulsizjeep]

Might I add: If you can come up with a way to strap or secure your gear down in the cabin (Wag & Chero folks) please do so. I am talking about tool boxes, spare parts, spare tire, jack. JACK. You do not want a floor jack to hit you in the head if you get tipsy. AMHIK :rolleyes:

[Michael_King024]

thanks for the heads up guys...literally...now what are some of the bare essentials/minimums i need to prep my truck for the stocker/light trail work....ill probably be driving the 89 which is stock with 31's..i have no experience on peidmont trails...or any type of 4x4 trail really...the most hardcore stuff i've seen to date is here around home gettin back and forth to my huntin stands after a good rain...and when i get called to pull out a buddy who is stuck
things i know i will need;
towstraps-HD and lots of em
tow points on the truck itself
hi lift or (bumper jack as we still call it down here)
toilet paper
Bible!!

[cajun_lad]

towstraps-HD and lots of em
tow points on the truck itself

Just make sure if you buys towstraps, not to buy any that have metal hooks attached. If the strap gives or comes loose, those hooks become very dangerous.

Tow points are always a good idea, even better if you can get at least one on the front and the rear.

Things to check prior to your excursion...
Fluids (engine oil, trans, tcase, diffs-front and rear, radiator, power steering, brakes)
U-Joints, grease them if you have greasable joints
Grease the drive-shaft slip joints while you're under there
Grease all tie-rod ends and ball joints
Check all brakes in good working order, might be a good time to bleed them and get some fresh fluid in the system. Don't want your brakes to fail going downhill when the person in front of you stops b/c their clutch linkage broke, again, AMHIK :eek:
Tighten (check tight) all axle spring u-bolts, and spring/shackle eye bolts.
Check belts, easier to change them in the driveway, than a trail where the closest part store is xx miles away.
Check battery has a fresh charge. Alot of start and stop on the trails as people break or we stop to take photo opps.
Make sure all lights are working if you plan on doing any night driving, trails or trip there/home.
Verify registration and insurance are valid (and not just a valid plate from another vehicle, not naming names)

[blazer3664]

Verify registration and insurance are valid (and not just a valid plate from another vehicle, not naming names)

HEY........... Dont be tellin on me............. Oh, you said no names. Never mind.:D

[Headhoncho]

Great post Joseph! :thumbsup:



If you use as much ATF as Joey...a friend to ride shotgun to deploy the fire extinguisher!!! :p :D

I think more people brought fire extinguishers the following year for his truck than their own. :p

How about a spare motor mount or two? Seemed to be the hot ticket item a couple years ago. Good lists so far. I like the spare air filter. I fixed my squirters just for the trip last year (dust).


JR

[paddyp]

JB Weld is very nice to have around, just in case.

[cajun_lad]

JB Weld is very nice to have around, just in case.

Like to patch holes in a QT??? :p

[paddyp]

Like to patch holes in a QT??? :p

Yep. But I did wheel that same QT for 3 months after until I got another one.:fsj:

[MtnYJ]

We keep all of of our spare parts/fluids and such in clear plastic containers. Taped to the inside of each of the two is a list of its contents that can be read from the outside. This reduces the digging required to find something. Not all of our stuff is in the plastic bins, the tools are mostly in a tool bag and a Craftsman box. This is the kit we have used with the YJ, we still need to determine a good way to strap it all into the Waggy. I figured if I can fit all this in the YJ, the Waggy should have no trouble!

Vehicle First Aid
fire extinguishers
gear oil
oil
ATF
grease in grease gun
power steering fluid
brake fluid
ether/starting fluid
WD-40
carb cleaner
radiator stop leak
JB weld
blue silicone
water for Jeep
hose clamps
wire, wire cutters/strippers, terminals, electrical tape, etc
duct tape
knife
metal coat hangers
bailing wire
glow sticks
shop rags, socks
latex gloves
funnel
gallon ziplock bags
trash bags
full fuel tank/extra gas cans
top off windshield washer fluid

Spare Parts
spare key to Jeep
center pins
hose/fuel line/vacuum line
random nuts, bolts, screws, cotter pins, washers, and other fasteners, etc
belts
axle shafts - stay with the tow rig
drive shafts - stay with the tow rig
u-joints
fuses
hose clamps
tire repair kit
valve stem/repair/replace
spare tire
drive flanges

Trail Tools
jumper cables
socket set
box wrenches
screwdrivers, picks
allen wrenches
hub nut socket
hammer
pry bar
c-clamps
mechanics gloves
safety glasses
pliers, cutters
vise-grips
adjustable wrench
breaker bars
special sockets
internal and external torx sockets
extensions
punches, chisels, alignment tool
hand tools that you normally use on your Jeep
hack saw
brake line bender, flare set, brake line
ratchet straps, bungee cords
tarp
air pressure gauge
mirror
magnet

Recovery Gear
tree saver
tow strap
snatch block
chain
shackles/clevis
leather gloves
hi-lift
come-a-long - stays with the tow rig

Human First Aid
band-aids, wound care
medicines: allergy, pain, stomach
soap
food (trail and camp food)
utensils
water
cooler
clothing (rain, sun, snow)
extra socks
hand warmers
protective shoes (rocks, mud, metal, glass, snow, cold river)
head covering (for hot or cold)
toilet paper
trash bags
lighter
fire starters
hatchet
paper
insect repellent
sun block
baby wipes
emergency blanket
emergency contact info
notebook, pen, pencil
towels (wet Jeep seat, shower, etc)

[Michael_King024]

thanks tim for takin the time to compile this list ..this is what i was lookin for..mpk

lol i like how you started it it with the "vehicle first aid" as the priority!!lol

[cajun_lad]

Don't feel like you need to run out and get everything on these lists. If you have it, throw it in a trail bag, and keep it for next time. Add to it as time and money permit. Most of us didn't even bring a qt of oil with us on our first outing. You'll learn what you need, what you want, and what you should just leave at home or camp.

[MtnYJ]

Don't feel like you need to run out and get everything on these lists. If you have it, throw it in a trail bag, and keep it for next time. Add to it as time and money permit. Most of us didn't even bring a qt of oil with us on our first outing. You'll learn what you need, what you want, and what you should just leave at home or camp.

Excellent point! It took me a long time to get to the stuff on this list... Another good idea is to keep track of the tools it takes to do certain routine jobs, like changing a u-joint. The next time you change one, set all the tools you use to the side, or make a note of them. That way you know some of what you need to keep in your Jeep. You can never be prepared for everything, that's what your wheeling buddies are for, hopefully they brought something you didn't, and vice-versa.

[Michael_King024]

most of the stuff i already have....tools and normal gear for camping im good..but what is most helpful is the things i would have never thought of to bring or do like toppin off the wiper fluid, extra valve stems.....since this is my first trip i intend to keep it conservative as far as trail difficulty goes..i want to start small and progress into more difficult stuff as my experience grows..