basic car preps

[road warrior762]

This is a basic (very basic) list of things that should stay in your car in case of an emergency.there good things to have in the car anyway i think.
-basic tool kit/gloves
-fix a flat (in a can)
-first aid kit
-flash light/lighter
-a couple of trash bags
-atlas/maps/compass
-jumper cables and tow strap
-water water did i mention water
-snacks
-blanket/change of clothes
if you have a truck or suv you should have a bow saw and shovel
does anyone have anything different or maybe run into any problems that could have been avoided by a few little things?

[protus]

This is what i may carry.;)

hi lift
two rope
large clevis/link
bungee ropes
cycle tie downs
ratchet straps
5 lb fire extinguisher
4 way tire tool
tool kit
gloves
hat
safety glasses
road flares
bow saw
cane cutter( think large heavy machete)
assorted hand tools
pens/magic markers/pencils
air compressor
gas can
10x10 tarp
trash bags
jumper cables
zip ties
duct tape
electrical tape
knife
poncho
fold up chairs
50ft of 3/8s rope
flash lights
wd40
water.
tape measure's
fishing pole
bug juice
tackle kit
rubber boots



inside i leave a car dedicated 3 day pack, large FAK,water, jackets, blankets,food,flash lights, and sets of maps....

[eeyore]

Only thing i would really add to the lists, is extra fluids. Like brake fluid, power steering (Lucas), anti freeze, oil and washer fluid. Extra fuses and bulbs and an extra fan belt (serpentine belt).

I have never liked "fix a flat", it has never worked for me (it might be mine are more blow outs then flats). I have been using "Slime" for the last couple of years, it does make a difference (imo).
I friend in Fla, told me about it, he was doing lawn care. He said that after the hurricane (and the ripped off and replaced all those roof's) there were hundreds of nails in the yards. He was getting flats all the time on the mowers and his trailer. He switched to Slime and he said it cut the flats down considerably. So i tried and here we are.

A tire puncture fixer has helped out a number of times, and of course (as mentioned) a 12 volt compressor. That would be another long post. I have went through about 5 in as many years, but they are great when they work.


A come-a-long and tow chain might not be a bad idea, if you have the extra room.

[Patriotic Sheepdog]

This is what i may carry.;)

hi lift
two rope
large clevis/link
bungee ropes
cycle tie downs
ratchet straps
5 lb fire extinguisher
4 way tire tool
tool kit
gloves
hat
safety glasses
road flares
bow saw
cane cutter( think large heavy machete)
assorted hand tools
pens/magic markers/pencils
air compressor
gas can
10x10 tarp
trash bags
jumper cables
zip ties
duct tape
electrical tape
knife
poncho
fold up chairs
50ft of 3/8s rope
flash lights
wd40
water.
tape measure's
fishing pole
bug juice
tackle kit
rubber boots



inside i leave a car dedicated 3 day pack, large FAK,water, jackets, blankets,food,flash lights, and sets of maps....

Great list. I understand the 2 is 1 and 1 is none saying, but tape measure's? Are they for work and different lengths?
Only thing that I can add is I carry a wind-up radio. If something is happening, I hope the radio stations will be on the air if I happen to be walking. I also have $10 in assorted change (mostly quarters) in addition to what I have on person.

[protus]

PSD,
well. I like to have stuff. There is a ton of stuff not listed. The 3 day pack is for 3 people for 2 days, that have food,h20,radios,lights you name it.
The tape is well...different

In my off road driving days it was always what you didnt have that you needed. besides my "tool" kit, i have extra screw drivers, linemens pliers, vise grips, etc.What if i need to cut a wood wedge xx amount long? or if i need one real quick while helping a buddy re-roof a shed. So that is why it was there. I used to carry 3 tow ropes of different lengths, my 2 tonc ome along, the hi lift and the truck had a 4k warn winch on it. You'd be surprised how many times all of that equipment would be used on just one truck extraction!

i also have about 5 different means of fire starting,2 ways to pepper spray someone with in drivers reach ( hey never know)..strobes, flares,2-3 compass's, a bible and of course 2 rolls of TP and 2 spoons........;)

plus my truck carrys it not me so, im into the 2 is 1 deal more so in this kit that i would my BOB ;p

[1Admin]

Great list. I understand the 2 is 1 and 1 is none saying, but tape measure's? Are they for work and different lengths?
Only thing that I can add is I carry a wind-up radio. If something is happening, I hope the radio stations will be on the air if I happen to be walking. I also have $10 in assorted change (mostly quarters) in addition to what I have on person.

The other good use for this is-

If power is still on and you just left a contaminated area, you could use a coin operated car wash without risking contact with someone to "make change" for you. You leave the contaminated city, get up near your retreat then 20-30 miles out give the car a good once over.

[road warrior762]

if you notice alot of these things everybody is mentioning are only a few bucks for the most part and dont really take that much space.i noticed and remembered myself that a gas can and few feet of hose should be a must if you plan on going somewhere

[1Admin]

Years ago I bought a couple of these siphon deals called "jigglers" at a Prep Expo. It's basically just a 1 inch clear plastic tubing with a fitting on one end that shakes back and forth that is supposed to pull a siphon. I couldn't get the darn thing to work. Anyone have one of these? Did it work for you?

[road warrior762]

you can pick up a basic siphon from walmart in the truck/rv section but in a pinch you could use and small tubing you would just taste gas or whatever.

[eeyore]

Not that i would ever advocate anything illegal. But syphoning tubes are not very effective anymore, with the way the new tanks are constructed. I found out is very difficult getting fuel out of them once they are filled. I found this out when i was changing the fuel filter and had to remove a tank to do it. It is much easier when the tanks is empty (especially putting it back.
You ought to be prepared to (in an emergency) to make a hole in the tank to get the gas out. (just my 2 cents)

[lcas-271]

A quick story:

A little over a month ago the alt. on my Explorer burned out. I was able to drive to the local parts store to pick up a new one. My gf told me to drive over to her brother's place and we'd change it there. The problem was he wasn't home and his tool shed was locked up. No problem, I'll just use the tools in my vehicle kit. The problem was the alt had 2 standard bolts and 1 metric. And all I had were standard wrenches. I was able to change it using a pair of vicegrips but the lesson was learned. A dual set of sockets now rest in my toolkit. Check your vehicle and see what it actually needs.

[monkeybird]

I have a rather large BOB - car bag. It is always in my car - always. As the months have gone by it's gotten bigger and bigger. From bungie cords to instant coffee, I've got a hugh list of items. To me it's like a security blanket. Whatever happens, I can cook on my little sterno stove, cut branches off a tree for a fire, put on a poncho if it rains, etc. etc. You never know when you'll need that kind of stuff. BTW, my bag is a combination backpack, duffle and wheeled bag! I like the wheeled part.

As far as syphoning, during hurricane Ivan in Pensacola, people simple punctured the gas tank because syphoning was so difficult.

[ridgerunner]

Fix a flat doesn't really work well for me either, except on my fingers when it leaks out everywhere:cool: A plug kit with a 12 volt compressor has become way more useful for me. I also like a better jack/lift than what comes with the vehicle. I also second most of what has been listed above.

One item that I didn't see mentioned, that I have had to use more than once in the past, is hose clamps. I have used them to quick fix a radiator hose til it could be replaced, to completely blocking off a heater core so I could limp home until it was replaced. Saved my bacon more than once.

While out on the road on vacation, I have had to stop and buy tool sets to replace an alternator right there in the parking lot. Having the right tools helps to limit the frustration:D

[HLorfing]

Years ago I bought a couple of these siphon deals called "jigglers" at a Prep Expo. It's basically just a 1 inch clear plastic tubing with a fitting on one end that shakes back and forth that is supposed to pull a siphon. I couldn't get the darn thing to work. Anyone have one of these? Did it work for you?

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