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05-14-2022, 08:54 PM | #1 |
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Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
I‘m going to do a 1500 mile plus trip through Germany, Belgium, France and Great Britain with my F1. I‘m thinking about what kind of spare parts should I carry with me in case of a breakdown. I have a 239 french block with dual carbs and a Bubba distributor.
My current list includes: Head gaskets Fuel pump Fan belt Spark plugs Blubs Throttle cable Fuel line Engine oil Transmission oil Differential oil Anything else that I should carry with me? |
05-14-2022, 09:04 PM | #2 |
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
You should be able to get all oils, bulbs, fan belt, spark plugs, fuel line/filter, electric fuel pump, hoses, in those countries, so you shouldn't need to drag those along. Good tools should be carried. A thorough inspection will usually keep you from breaking down. Take pleanty of money for gasoline!
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05-14-2022, 09:06 PM | #3 |
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
only doing 1500 not 15000 so if every things good a set of belts a fuel filter and maybe a set of points and a condenser anything else i would think twice about going at all
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
Depending on type of ignition, I'd have a spare set of points, a condenser, cap and rotor. You might also think about radiator hoses and a set of hose clamps (multiple sizes). Brake fluid as well. Also, rags, jack stands, good jack, something to lay on (like a sheet of cardboard) and a really good LED flashlight - one that can stand up on its own and be directed (think working under the car at night on the side of the road!).
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05-14-2022, 09:08 PM | #5 |
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Couple gallons of anti-freeze
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05-14-2022, 10:11 PM | #6 |
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05-14-2022, 10:39 PM | #7 |
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
Thanks guys
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05-14-2022, 10:50 PM | #8 |
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
Instead of carrying ignition parts, carry a spare distributor already set up. Same with the spare fuel pump. But as stated, you are only going 1500 miles, shouldn't have to worry about much if the car was put together correctly. Make sure your spare is inflated.
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05-15-2022, 06:16 AM | #9 |
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
Mike mentions a spare tire and I didn't not see it on your list. Definitely a necessary item.
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05-15-2022, 06:31 AM | #10 |
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
I don’t always carry booster cables anymore but i do have my booster pack with me no matter what vehicle I have
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05-15-2022, 07:03 AM | #11 |
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A bible lol have a blast don’t stress to many potential issues just have a great ride
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05-15-2022, 07:54 AM | #12 |
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A WAD of cash . . . it can solve most problems! LOL
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05-15-2022, 10:41 AM | #13 |
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
I am a firm believer of preventative maintenance. If the vehicle in question is in good shape, well maintained, the only parts I would consider would be a good spare tire, one that is equal to the tires on the ground. A spare generator, and fan belt, extra fuel pump and/or an electric pump plumbed and wired into the system.
I have driven my '36 Ford coupe w/59 AB engine over 94 K miles in the 71 years I have owned it, I have driven twice between Southern California and Eastern Idaho, a distance of 2,100 miles round trip, which was done none stop, seventeen hours each way, never a problem.. The only problem I have ever had with my Ford is a failed fuel pump, which I eliminated by installing an electric fuel pump.
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
I carry a distributor that has been all set up and test driven. Minus the cap - but also carry a spare cap.
I can't believe everybody forgot one of the most common problems on a long trip. = Fuel filter. |
05-15-2022, 11:23 AM | #15 |
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Tow rope?
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05-15-2022, 11:26 AM | #16 |
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05-15-2022, 11:58 AM | #17 |
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No matter where in the world you travel, don't leave home without your Early Ford V8 Club Roster. You've got friends.
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05-15-2022, 12:41 PM | #18 |
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Check with each country to see what they require you to have in order to travel through them. A tire pump, tire patches, extra tire tube. A laptop to take with you.
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05-15-2022, 01:12 PM | #19 |
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Re: Nessary spare parts for 1500 miles trip
One very simple thing, is a large plastic garbage bag. If you have a flat or need to get under your car, a garbage bag on the ground is a lot nicer than a dirty road.
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05-15-2022, 08:46 PM | #20 |
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Fuses?
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