Suggestions for what to pack for roadside emergency "must have" in order to limp home or to the nearest source of parts or repairs. Basic tools, spare filters and belts, fluids, basic electrical repair items I assume are already on board. If we could start a list for everybody's benefit that would be great. Additional roadside safety items should also be mentioned.
Thanks in advance - phred
How about an assortment of jumper
wires? Small and larger gage wire.
And a roll of electrical tape.
Good Sam Roadside Assistance membership card.
Air Dryer Bypass Demo (http://www.foreforums.com/index.php?topic=22007.0)
A laptop to reach the forum.
I found use for and air gun with rubber tip. Small, keep with air hose. I found if the aux compressor failed I could use the coach compressor to refill the third air tank used on the 01 for slide bladder, putting air into the tank using the gun to force air in thru the drain valve
Rare need, can get one if you need in local auto store if near one, which I am not at times.
Not my original idea though to carry this
Spare D2 governor.
Some RBWs (really big wrenches) :D
6 Pc SAE Jumbo Combination Wrench Set (http://www.harborfreight.com/6-pc-sae-jumbo-combination-wrench-set-61513.html)
see ya
ken
Shoe Goo, duct tape, cell phone, and credit/debit cards
For those of us with the Budd wheels carry a 1 1/2 inch socket and the 11/16 square socket,and let the tire guy know they are
left hand threads.
With all the correct plugs installed to make it faster if you are on the side of the road in traffic.
Max insurance and the safe full of CBs. ^.^d
Our floor safe is still full of Texas air. >:D >:D
Slip joint pliers, 2 cresent wrenches, good hose clamps
one of those lights that has the head band, so you always have light where you are looking
A faithful DW
Everyone, irrespective of mechanical ability should carry:
Two sets of fuel filters-- never know when you will get a load of bad fuel. And, with the proper filters, you can find someone to replace them anywhere in the country (or any country for that matter). Also, have written down the proper procedure for bleeding the fuel system after filter replacement-- it WILL depend on engine and even model year.
A set of engine belts-- and put the new ones on now and keep the old ones for spares. That way you have verified that they ARE the correct ones and will have the newer ones on the engine.
Spare oil filter. That way, at your next oil change, you KNOW they will use the correct filter.
Mark a date on the spares and rotate them to keep them fresh.
A digital voltmeter. That way, even if you are on the side of the road, you can give someone by phone/internet what voltage readings are.
Would have never guessed the D2 reg. I take these are somewhat problematic, deal busters that may be difficult to source. Google it and about 3 rows down was beamalarm. Spare did not appear that expensive. Do I need to add flare wrench's to the list? I assume Teflon tape is a no no, and add rectorseal.
Besides the obvious filters, belts and tools, I carry a "Catch all kit"in a small tool box. A few bolts nuts washers, zip ties, duct tape, hose clamps, wire nuts, electrical tape,and a tube of you favorite roof leak repair material.
And make sure those credit cards have 6 figure limits.
Our friend Carol always had the right idea. Her tool box consisted of her phone and her credit card.
Heck, our '89 GV barely made five digits!! :)) :))
AND, I didn't say "Texas hot air".
Got the tools
Figure credit card = FCC
So I got a 3FFC and a 4FCC
Therefore: 3FCC + 4FCC = 7FCC
Sounds like I'm good to go!
Most of the above plus a 160 psi air compressor and a battery charger/starter for the toad for that time you have the key in the wrong position and run the battery down.
I carry long heavy duty jumper cables but no charger.
I don't see your year of coach but if you have one in the King throttle control years put in a cord that can stretch from your seat to the the mechanical portion of the throttle. It will get you home if for whatever reason treadle failure etc. See Beam Alarm site for a picture.
Been full timing long enough to always be home. I'll second the phone and credit card thing. Just all the towing service and negotiate the needed repairs and price with the garage.