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Old 07-02-2015, 07:06 PM   #1
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If you were going to take the 'A' out for a long drive or whatever, what tools and/or equipment would you take every time ?
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:07 PM   #2
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Most important, AAA Card!
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:09 PM   #3
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I like that one, of course I have towing on my insurance....
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:11 PM   #4
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Cell phone and MAFCA directory.
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:12 PM   #5
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Host of things i bring in every car (moderns)

slip joint pliers, needle nose pliers, large flathead, small flathead, phillips, 5 extra lug nuts, a few feet of bailing wire, roll of electrical tape, small but bright pocket flashlight.

AAA and cell phone would be ideal but remember cell phones dont work everywhere and AAA can be a real pain in the ass to deal with in remote areas so a paper map and a good pair of walkin shoes are the backup plan haha.
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:15 PM   #6
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fold up tool kit w sockets / wrenches/ adjustable, lenght of wire for jumping out a circuit, testlight.
a spare dist and carb never hurts either
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:32 PM   #7
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fold up tool kit w sockets / wrenches/ adjustable, lenght of wire for jumping out a circuit, testlight.
a spare dist and carb never hurts either
X2 what Mitch said. Plus I never leave home without my multimeter.
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If you have a REALLY well WORN car, take MORE tools than usual. I'd say, take as much as it takes to make you feel comfortable.
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Old 07-02-2015, 09:29 PM   #9
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A good jack (sissors jack, I wouldn't trust an 85 year old Model A Jack), jack handle, lug wrench, tire pump and a wooden chock for the tires!

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Old 07-02-2015, 09:31 PM   #10
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Small fire extinguisher!
Engine crank!
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Old 07-02-2015, 09:39 PM   #11
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all that was mentioned and and a Harbor Freight LED Red and or white flashlight.
Extra headlight and taillite bulbs. Don't forget your AAA, Tow, or Insurance phone numbers and Member Numbers on your Contacts list on your phone.
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I glued 2 chunks of 2" foam inside a brief case. Ignition parts, bulbs, carb kit & a kalillion small parts are "sandwiched" safely in it, to carry along. At home, it lives under my GORILLA work bench.
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Old 07-02-2015, 10:55 PM   #13
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I have a 2 way radio that can reach anywhere in the world, a cellphone and AAA. Never needed any of them so far.
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I carry a small tool box with the necessary end wrenches and sockets, screw drivers, pliers, crescent, ignition parts, fan belt and light bulbs. In a milk crate I carry a fire extinguisher, jack, crank/lug wrench, quart of oil, gallon of water, and most important of all is a full roll of toilet paper in a zip lock bag. Also my AAA card.
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Old 07-03-2015, 06:10 AM   #15
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Hand cleaner, first aid kit, and bug & sun creams ought to fill any space you have left in the car.
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A small era teardrop tailer to carry all these items and then some!

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Eye wash. Lol

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I'm thinking that old small Coca Cola Machine mounted on a small a trailer is looking pretty good.
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Old 07-03-2015, 09:36 AM   #19
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I'm thinking that old small Coca Cola Machine mounted on a small a trailer is looking pretty good.
and a generator to run it
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Old 07-03-2015, 10:30 AM   #20
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A good preventative maintenance plan eliminates most of the supprises. Most of my breakdowns have been fore warned by things I have neglected to check up on. In addition to the small parts listed, a rear axle key and shim.....
Ask me how I know.
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