Jibs Posted December 17, 2005 Share Posted December 17, 2005 What kind of parts does one usually bring with on LONG road trips? I'm sure antifreeze, oil, spare, jack are all key items, but what else? Belts too I'm sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subarian Posted December 17, 2005 Share Posted December 17, 2005 I just make sure I have enough tools with me to fix whatever I might come up against. Maybe some jumper cables, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monstaru Posted December 17, 2005 Share Posted December 17, 2005 all the regular stuff and a coil...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooziewhatsit Posted December 17, 2005 Share Posted December 17, 2005 for sure have extras of the accessory belts... tbelts also (if you need them). It's no fun blowing a belt at 4:30 on a friday just outside of spokane... ask how I know, lol also, make sure the pressure in your spare tire is good. I've checked mine before and it didn't even register on the pressure gauge :eek (friendly reminder to everyone else as well) Other than that... all the common sockets/wrenches, and you should be able to fix most common problems you may come across. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subiemech85 Posted December 17, 2005 Share Posted December 17, 2005 both coil and alternator popped into my head when I read the title also bring speaker wire, BFH, oil, oil filter, coolant, ca$h, luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NV Zeno Posted December 17, 2005 Share Posted December 17, 2005 As far as carrying extra parts...usually something that's easily replaced on the side of the road, or more importantly, something that I may not have much confidence in to make the whole round trip. Currently, I carry an extra CV axle, alt belt, jumper cables, tools, flashlight, oil, coat hanger, rags and a few other small things (WD40, flares, etc.). I just make sure the car is in tiptop condition before leaving..battery, oil, tire pressure/condition, coolant system OK, that kind of stuff. I've made successful round trips to 3 WCSSes, a couple of legs solo (kinda scary) without a breakdown (you know the age and mileage of my rig:rolleyes: ). The lack of AC made most of the trips miserable, but no breakdowns. Just be prepared. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry DeMoss Posted December 17, 2005 Share Posted December 17, 2005 Duct tape, JB weld(ya never know),extra t-stat,Plenty O tools,stuff listed before like antifreeze and oil.Some wire for electrical stuff and connectors,small cigarette lighter powered air pump,some tire plugs and tools.I am sure there is stuff I am forgetting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooziewhatsit Posted December 17, 2005 Share Posted December 17, 2005 oh yea, also check your coolant hoses, and either replace them or carry an extra set. A couple months ago my wife split the upper radiator hose about 6" long.... would've sucked to be in the middle of nowhere when it happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffast Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 un imaginable amounts of oil, and a cell phone optional: rabbits foot, lucky underwear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimHansen Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 take a spare distributor. also the basic tools, 10-14mm wrench and socket, flat and phillips screwdriver, and your favorite pliers. bring odd bits of wires and connectors if you have to hotwire the fan or coil or lights of any sort spare tire, jack, qts of oil dont take too much more than you will reasonably need. you know your car best so that alone will tell you wnat it will want to have along Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
84gl Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 spare axle if the trip has any wheeling intended, basic hand tools, wire, 36mm shocket, breaker bar, GERBERs, oil, water for drinking or car, mre or 2, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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