wimpywade94

hey all,im gonna go purchase some recovery gear as soon as i get some money, and would like to know what all you keep in your truck/runner for recovery,
all i have right now is a 20kpnd snatch strap, and stock tow hooks!

well let me have it!
wade

Tacoma Dude

I just gots the 25' recovery strap and an aftermarket Hidden Hitch rear hitch with a locking pin. Oh, and a folding shovel.

I'm still factory with the tow hook up front. Looking at different options for that one though...

joez

factory tow hook in front, two rears mounted to the frame, 30' and 25' tow straps, hi lift, and really long chain to use with hi-lift (straps stretch, and that doesnt get you too far with a jack)

i think thats it for recovery equipment.

o, one more thing, a 10' strap used as a tree saver.

Mytyota

30' strap
20'strap
20'chain
10'strap/treesaver
clevises for attaching2 straps together
Winch
60"highlift
axe
shovel
chainsaw
gloves
flashlights
biga$$ toolkit w/airtools
extra 50' of winch cable
tarp
extra clothes
junk food
first aid kit

data

20' strap
30' strap
ARB air compressor
tons of tools (craftsman of course)
flashlight
3 D ring shackles (on top of the four I have attached to the rig)
two pairs of gloves
Fit a flat
extra pair of shoes
lighter
snacks
first aid kit
Glock 23 (You never know what you will encounter in the backwoods of Arkansas)

pismoboy24

Two 15' ELASTIC tow straps
Two Shackles
One plastic sand shovel
One Socket Set
One Maglight mounted to the door
Two 5 lb CO2 Tanks
And my knowledge and experience.
-Chris

wimpywade94

jeez no wonder you guys are saying you need more power!!!

i plan on doing the same thing though!!! im putting in a co2 system just for tires within the next week, i plan on using 20 oz co2 cylinders from paintball guns, only reason im using those is i have about 4 of them, and a fillstation that i can fill them with!! eventually ill have onboard air for running air tools...not now though!
later
wade

Mack

Warn m500 winch
100' of 1 1/2 " Samson Braid towing hawser (used originally as tow line of 200Ton 75' boat)
4T Bow shackle
Heavy duty tow hooks on Warn winch mount
Assorted climbing/rescue gear

crawler#976

hmmmmmmmmmm

wonder why the trucks weighs 4300lbs empty? Could be the exo cage and:

35" spare w/ good tread bolted down to the bed

big aluminum diamond plate tool box
20lb CO2 tank mounted to the tool box
60" hi-lift jack mounted to the tool box (not used for changing tires, a recovery tool only)

in the tool box:


CO2 regulator w/ 50' QD hose
large first aid kit w/ extra Advil, Benadryl
short handled shovel
30' X 3" strap
20' medium duty chain
20' heavy duty chain
2 ton rated come-a-long
various shackles from huge to chain repair size-
60' of 2300lb rated linemans tape (the stuff used to pull power lines)
18" bow saw
4 sided lug wrench
safety seal tire repair kit w/ extra plugs
valve stems
valve cores
can of foaming window cleaner (used to slick up tire beads)
stock jack
20 ton bottle jack
1 long side inner axle
1 shortside inner axle
5 stock birf's
1lb grease
5 qts oil
1 gallon gear oil
brake fluid
latex gloves (for changing birf's)
5 gallon water
spare alternator
spare coil/ingitor
spare belts/hoses/plug wires/distributor cap/rotor
emergency jump start battery
16' long jumper cables
a bag full of various sizes of welding rod, a #10 welding lens
full set of tools
container of various metric and U.S. nuts, bolts, washers
1.5M CP rechargeble spotlight w/ work light
survival knife
small SS bowl for boiling water
lighters
flares
signal mirror
insect spray
trash bags (used for trash- I pick up stuff EVERY time I go out, and as something to catch oils/grease)
18' x 24' tarp

other than that, it's what ever I might require for a specific trip.

I rarely have used this stuff for myself, more often than not, it gets used by other less prepared people---

later

EDIT

and a FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Hyperlite

60 inch High Lift
8k Mile Marker Winch
90 foot Rock Stomper "Plasma" Winch Rope
100 foot old winch cable
20 foot log chain
100 foot 5/16 chain
4 - 3/4 Shackle
25 foot Big Daddy OffRoad 3 inch stap
15 foot tow strap
10 foot tow strap w/ hooks
Broken tow srap peices (tie down 4 winching or pulling trees out)
Air Pump
Tire Repair Kit
Fix-a-Flat
Screw Drivers
Metric socket set
Swiss Army Auto tool (ice scraper, drivers, plyers, light, knife and tire guage)
Tire Guage
"D" Mag Light
"AA" Mag Light
ProComp spot Light
Plyers
Vise Grips
Bow Saw
Ax
wd-40
Gore-tex Jacket
Down sleeping bag
power inverter
batteries (not car)
fuses
headlight bulbs
50 foot 12 guage wire
Lucas power steering stop leak
pint of Cognac (for the walk)
Most fits in Rubber Maid Container

SLC Punk

Stock front tow hooks
Rear Stock receiver hitch
Jumper cables
1,000,000 candle power spot light
Mini-mag lite
Regular "D" maglite
Leather gloves
1st aid kit (bandages, tweezers, instant cold pack, hand warmers)
4 tie downs
50 ft rope
30' tow strap
20' tow strap
extra batteries

mtnfreak

As you can see, some folks don't fool around when it comes to recovery and survival; even a chainsaw on the list (what's up with that mytyota?). Out of all the lists posted, I've seen far to few 1st aid kits (& knowledge of how to use them) and no fire extinguishers.
One trick I've learned is to pick up some tire scraps from the side of the highway. If you're really stuck, build a small fire and throw on a couple of tire chunks. The thick black smoke will bring in
everyone for miles around.
For more tips, See how the US Army does it. (Chapter 22)

Tacoma Dude

Oh yeah, I forgot to add those. I have an ABC ext.
Saving up for a halon eventually.

I have a small 1st aid kit and a CPR mask with plenty of latex gloves to go with my ARC certification
A few space blankets
MREs
normal blankets
CB radio
Man, I left out a few things... :pat:

Mytyota

here in the northwest we have these funny round things called trees. And every once in awhile they do fall across the trails we run. And as far as a fire extinguisher i've always had one in my rig
and the wifes a nurse.

upndair

This question has strayed far from a recovery kit so I'll tell you what I bring on the trail...

Tools - complete tool kit with all standard tools and specific tools such as spindle nut sockets, snap ring pliers. and lots of spare nuts, bolts, electric connectors, etc.

Military style shovel, axe, jumper cables, ALL spare fluids including water, brake fluid, PS fluid, gear oil and motor oil. Chain saw with oil, gas and sharpening tools. I always have first aid kits and a fire extinguisher on board.

Recovery strap, Warn winch kit, hi-lift jack.

I keep these in the truck at all times.

I used to carry spare axles and birfields, but after changing to the longfields, I don't carry these on regular trips.

OK, the ultimate package for a long trip, would include all of the above, plus - my trailer full of stuff. This has a complete front end housing, the trailer axle is a complete replacement rear end (except it's 4.10 gearing with no lockers), short and long front axles with stock birfields. I don't carry a spare tire on regular trips but on a longer trip I would carry a full size spare.

Food and water are required, toilet paper, latex gloves, welding gloves and mask, welding rods are also in my offroad kit. Hip waders, sun screen, water purification and related surivial stuff, (bee sting kits, solar blankets' etc.) also included.

I try to keep this stuff all in a single place so that I can just load everything and go. I now have an off-road only set of tools for my truck that don't get mixed up with my shop tools. This way I can keep a complete set onboard whether I'm just running around town or off road somewhere.,,

89-4run

a whistle.

Corey

iTrader: (1)

Here's an old post with some good info also.

I have listed in there what I carry.
I did not mention my Warn recovery kit in the thread though, but it's always in the rig with a tree strap, chain, and other stuff for the winch.

ravencr

Just wanted on this thread so when I go to buy stuff, I'll know what to get.

Chris

P.S. Does anyone know where I can get shackle hanger brackets that either bolt to the frame or bumper, or can be welded? I also just found Stainless steel shackles, which I thought would be good, but only if I could find stainless steel shackle hangers. No rust!

FirstToy

Good info guys.
question: will it be ok to leave a abc fire extinguisher in your truck or in a box on the roof? The heat buildup is what I'm worried about- do you wrap it up or?
Also, any problems with using the 12v outlet hooked up to a converter to run my compressor? I have a pretty good air compressor that could fill tires and run an air tool I think-

A seperate off road kit is a great idea too. I think I'll build one up.

Where is a good place in the Los Angeles area to buy off-road stuff?? Thanks guys

mtnfreak

Fire extinguisher - don't worry about the heat. If it's got a low tolerance, the label will say so. I've parked my truck in the desert for several hot days and not had any problem.
How many amps does your compressor pull? I assume it's powered by 120v and I'm betting it draws at least 10 amps. That's 100 amps to a 12v system and will require running your stock alternator at higher rpm's while it's in use. You'll still be drawing power from the battery, so your run time will be limited to what the battery can handle. You'll need to figure in some recharge time for the battery.