What tools/spares do you carry?
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Racer
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From: Lititz PA
What tools/spares do you carry?
First of all a big thanks to all the forum members who have helped out with advice and encouragement! The 79 is back on the road!!! Camshaft changed out once (2 lobes quite round), intake twice (lots of blue smoke) and new valvecovers PCV etc (stopped the oil being barfed all over the engine). It runs great (thanks LARS).
Its time to DRIVE! (and worry about the headlights/door locks/windows/wipers etc later).
Until I have quite a few miles under its belt and I concerned about breakdowns. What do you guys carry in the way of tools and spares? I am insured thru Hagerty so I can get towed, but naturally would like to get back under my own steam if possible!
Its time to DRIVE! (and worry about the headlights/door locks/windows/wipers etc later).
Until I have quite a few miles under its belt and I concerned about breakdowns. What do you guys carry in the way of tools and spares? I am insured thru Hagerty so I can get towed, but naturally would like to get back under my own steam if possible!
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Re: What tools/spares do you carry? (pik)
1/4-inch socket set.
Spare alternator belt, actually I think I have two.... Just in case I should see a fellow Vette on the side of the road with a thrown alternator belt.
Assorted size wrenches
Those stay in the car all the time. I add to that depending on how far I am driving.
[Modified by theandies, 9:52 AM 3/3/2004]
Spare alternator belt, actually I think I have two.... Just in case I should see a fellow Vette on the side of the road with a thrown alternator belt.
Assorted size wrenches
Those stay in the car all the time. I add to that depending on how far I am driving.
[Modified by theandies, 9:52 AM 3/3/2004]
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Re: What tools/spares do you carry? (marshrat99)
Around town a phone and spare tire/jack
On the road, that plus a 3/8 socket set, screwdrivers, 1/2" and 9/16" box ends, and a pair of vise-grips.
On the road, that plus a 3/8 socket set, screwdrivers, 1/2" and 9/16" box ends, and a pair of vise-grips.
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Re: What tools/spares do you carry? (pik)
I carry a Craftsman socket set in zipped case from Sears. I put some needlenose and vice grips in there with an all in one screwdriver. I carry electrical tape, vacuum hose, check valves/filter, universal belt, flashlight, utility knife, fuses, and a towel (usually to lay on).
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Re: What tools/spares do you carry? (pik)
I have a bag that I picked up at the local autoparts store that AC-Delco sells that has jumper cables, fold down chocks, a 4 way, a trolley jack, tire guage, flashlight, gloves, and a reflective triangle. It was about $60. Before I go to Bowling Green, you can bet there will be more tools in that bag!!!
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Re: What tools/spares do you carry? (70454)
I carry a Craftsman socket set in zipped case from Sears. I put some needlenose and vice grips in there with an all in one screwdriver. I carry electrical tape, vacuum hose, check valves/filter, universal belt, flashlight, utility knife, fuses, and a towel (usually to lay on).
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Re: What tools/spares do you carry? (pik)
1. Common screwdriver
2. Philips screwdriver
3. Cell Phone (if I can remember)
4. 1/2" wrench
5. 9/16" wrench
6. pliers
*7. gas can (optional - for long road trips.....it's a Big Block thing) :lol:
[Modified by verskel, 9:20 AM 3/4/2004]
