Bare Minimum Tools for 4x4ing?
12-14-2010, 03:39 PM
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Bare Minimum Tools for 4x4ing?
I got my big toolbox in the garage, however I'd like a small toolbox for the truck. What are the basic socket wrench sizes necessary? I'm a rookie mechanic, and not a hardcore wheeler, so what are the Very basics that will get me out of the wilderness? I do not and cannot make difficult repairs in the field, but I would like to be able to limp home or repair shop. I got the flat fixer, even radiator hose repair kit and fan belt repair kit. I don't have much space in my truck for a bunch of tools. I'm a hunter and use my 2002 Tacoma truck for hunting and want to get in and out. Thanks Bill
12-14-2010, 04:12 PM
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Find a local Harbor Freight. Get on their mailer and they'll send you coupons you can add to sale items.
It's up to you, I can spot crappy stuff pretty well, but get the more high-end of what they sell.
I still have, and love my smooth panel wrench set.
http://www.harborfreight.com/22-piec...set-47467.html
As said above, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19 and 24 are a must. Get a 54 mm socket for the spindle nut. (factory with the tire change kit on an 80 series
)
You should start with a wrench and socket set. And 2 wrenches the same size will be needed a lot. To remove a stud, place two nuts on it and tighten the two nuts together. That should let you turn out the stud.
You should also get a flare-nut wrench set so you don't round off brake and fuel lines. No joke here, do this ASAP as the 1st time you don't RUIN a nut it will pay for itself.
http://www.harborfreight.com/5-piece...set-99993.html
Keep the wrenches together with a carabiner. And you could spray paint them blaze orange so you can spot them (in the grass) better.
It's up to you, I can spot crappy stuff pretty well, but get the more high-end of what they sell.
I still have, and love my smooth panel wrench set.
http://www.harborfreight.com/22-piec...set-47467.html
As said above, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19 and 24 are a must. Get a 54 mm socket for the spindle nut. (factory with the tire change kit on an 80 series
)You should start with a wrench and socket set. And 2 wrenches the same size will be needed a lot. To remove a stud, place two nuts on it and tighten the two nuts together. That should let you turn out the stud.
You should also get a flare-nut wrench set so you don't round off brake and fuel lines. No joke here, do this ASAP as the 1st time you don't RUIN a nut it will pay for itself.
http://www.harborfreight.com/5-piece...set-99993.html
Keep the wrenches together with a carabiner. And you could spray paint them blaze orange so you can spot them (in the grass
) better.
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12-16-2010, 03:17 PM
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With the Hot girl you need no tools in a few days someone should come looking for her!!
This list of tools will keep growing as we all have things we think we can`t do with out .
I would say a good means of contacting the outside world Be it cell phone or SAT phone . As sometimes the best of bandaids don`t fix the problem!!
Being in that part of the world Snow and Cold might not be a problem. But Heat and lack of fluids sure could be .
When I ventured off the beaten track I also thought going in ˟˟˟˟ happens what is the worst case that could happen and plan from there.
This list of tools will keep growing as we all have things we think we can`t do with out .
I would say a good means of contacting the outside world Be it cell phone or SAT phone . As sometimes the best of bandaids don`t fix the problem!!
Being in that part of the world Snow and Cold might not be a problem. But Heat and lack of fluids sure could be .
When I ventured off the beaten track I also thought going in ˟˟˟˟ happens what is the worst case that could happen and plan from there.
12-16-2010, 03:20 PM
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The real question is "How do you fit all the tools I need into my Toyota" hahaha
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i always take a set of metric wrenches and sockets along with a hi-lift, torch for small soldering and welding, recovery straps, work lights, tie downs, water, and a few MRE's. Along with a CB and a cell phone.
12-23-2010, 08:14 PM
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I'd have to say a cell phone, pair of shoes comfortable for walking, coolant, wrenches and pry bar, fire extinguisher ( I own two 1980 models), hi lift jack, recovery straps, a good flash light and a first aid kit, becuase what can will happen.
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12-24-2010, 07:50 AM
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In addition to basic hand tools, I also carry a roll of this stuff with me
http://www.rescuetape.com/
stuff is better than any rubber tape you'll find, works well on radiator hoses too
(you can find self-fusing silicone tape much cheaper near the plumbing section of most big-box home improvement stores)
Oh yeah, don't forget
and
http://www.rescuetape.com/
stuff is better than any rubber tape you'll find, works well on radiator hoses too
(you can find self-fusing silicone tape much cheaper near the plumbing section of most big-box home improvement stores)
Oh yeah, don't forget
and
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