Outfitting a truck for the road

LDB

Veteran Expediter
Retired Expediter
I'm putting together my "supplies" list and thought I'd post here to see what others carry and perhaps help someone be better prepared for a roadside emergency. I don't have this on paper yet so I'll have to forget at least one good item but that's ok because everyone else will post ideas and the list will be completed as we go.

Filters, one of each oil and fuel filter needed for a pm just in case the facility you stop at doesn't have them.

Belts, one of each.

Bulbs, one low beam headlight, one each for brake/tail/backup/clearance/turn.

Coolant, at least one gallon of the appropriate blend.

Lubricant, at least one gallon of oil as well as any supplements you may use such as Lucas etc.

Rescue tape to be used on hoses just in case.

Tools, whatever you are comfortable and capable using. That will vary greatly from individual to individual. For me it's a cell phone and roadside assistance phone number although I can change the headlight and add oil if need be.

If you have an APU add filters, belts etc. for it as well.

One could add things like turn signal flasher, starter solenoid, etc. but that's getting a little outside the realm of quick roadside repair as well as much less likely to be needed.

OK guys, start critiquing and adding to the list.

Leo Bricker
OOIDA 677319
truck 4958
73's K5LDB
Support the entire Constitution, not just the parts you like.
 

sixiron

Expert Expediter
98 E-350, Racor45P30,VTA+ 31/2" DPipe,4"exhaust,DPP w/ BDP AD's,BTS trans,Wolverine,TT mirrow's/Amsoil Dble ByPass ,Alum baja wheels, 460,515 miles
_____________________________________________________________________

Every vehicle will have different perks, but I run diesel and in addition to items mentioned abovem, I carry:
5 gal of diesel along w/Howell's anti-gel
ATF fluid
Dealer lists of Ford/IH dealers: (#'s addresses)
A collection tow/service business cards,accumulated
LEO and SHP phone #'s by state
good flashlight or other
-------------------------------------------------------------------
I will not post winter items as this can really get owner specific but....
____________________________________________________________________
Vehicle specific:
Powerstroke diesel CPS sensor (famous to quit-10 min replace job)
Headlight switch: BTDT..they only burn out at night...$ 20.00 part

I carry other parts but thats just owner/preference

this should get everyone started and I would be curious to see what others are totin around too...bill
 

bryan

Veteran Expediter
HI
Roll of duct tape,can of wd40,bottle of rubbing alchol and a cigarette lighter.Even if you don't smoke you should still carry a lighter in you pocket. You can heat your key with it when your door locks freeze.I use the rubbing alchol for when the rubber sash freezes the window shut.Oh yea and a bag of tube sand.
 

Refer Hauler

Expert Expediter
Don't forget yourself! I carry a case of Campbells Chunky soup and 3 gallons of water under the bunk year round. I've given more of it away than I've ate, but when your snowed in somewhere it makes a difference.
 

redytrk

Veteran Expediter
Charter Member
Extra Keys for everything.First Aid kit, W/Anti-Acids etc.Extra wiper blades,winter type.
 

RichM

Veteran Expediter
Charter Member
Heater Meals can come in handy.a 12 volt stove,catayltlic heater for the winter,several flashlights,a portable AM/FM/SW radio ,duct tape,spare bulbs for all lights,spare relays fuses,heavy duty jumper cables and if you have room get a used tire that fits your rims. Buying a tire on the side of the road can be very expensive vs buying one at a tire shop.
 
Top