Tools To Take Off Roading
When off roading, what should you bring? Let’s begin with tools. When something breaks you’re going to need them to disassemble, repair/replace, and reassemble. Basic Equipment should include a set of open end wrenches 1/4″ through 3/4″, metric wrenches 8-17mm, 3/8″ socket set, multi-purpose tool (pliers, knife, screwdriver combo), locking pliers, adjustable wrench, and screwdrivers.
You never know what will happen when you’re out on the trail. Just in case you have a bigger problem that occurs out on the trail, add a socket set, allen wrenches, diagonal cutters, wire crimper. Wire cutters and a crimper, a propane torch, and solder iron can also be very useful. Hammers, a T style lug wrench and jumper cables can also be very helpful.
A Service Station would carry all of the above plus a part retriever tool (telescoping magnetic or grabber), 12pt. 1/4″ socket for carrier cross-shafts. They also carry straps, battery terminal cleaning tools and welders. These service stations can be major conveniences during an emergency.
At this point you might think that it would be much easier to just carry a whole spare truck with you. However, this would not be very practical. The best way to figure out what spares you need is to see what breaks on your truck or similar rigs and carry spares. However, there are some items most of us should carry as Basic Equipment: hoses, several sizes of hose clamps, a length of vacuum line, some brake line, fuses, belts, oil filter, and a fuel filter.
Old parts can be a source of spares. Next time you do a tune-up keep the old plugs and distributor cap as spares. Also remember that you can limp home without items such as thermostats in a pinch. Jeeps are a great vehicle and can be a lot of fun. It is important to take good care of them and keep the maintenance up on them. If taken care of, they will last a long time. Jeeps are fun and affordable. So get yours today!
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