A Proper Tool Kit For Your Car
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- We're taking a look at the tool kit that I always have with me on our road trips. Doing you own car repairs is never fun, but with a little planning you can get yourself out of trouble without paying for an expensive mechanic while you're on vacation or camping trip.
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If I could offer a recommendation, replace the electrical tape with silicone tape. Not only will it work to insulate damaged or spliced/repaired wires, it is also capable of temporarily sealing leaking hoses. Since it has no adhesive (it sticks to itself) it can be applied to oily or wet material. It also works great to provide some cushion and "grippiness" on tool handles.
I haven't heard of it so thank you for pointing it out. Thanks for watching Noahmercy!
@@gonagain, you're welcome, and always a pleasure to watch your vids.
I'm not much of a mechanic/parts installer. But I always carried spare parts and tools. I found that many mechanics don't carry many tools, but when I had the tools and the parts, I could usually find someone with the know how. So for those of you that say, "I don't know how or want to work on my vehicle", carry the tools and parts anyway.
Thanks for another great video.
How many noticed that since Rick keeps his engine spotless that he didn't even get his hands dirty making the repair? How many of you keep your everyday driver that clean? Not me.
Not me😂☹ I was Super impressed and if I didnt know better from watching all the vids and seeing how much the rig gets driven, I would have said that the rig must not have very many miles on it to have an engine bay that clean.
Great suggestions! Common sense from a natural country boy. Thank you
Thanks Robert!
You have a well thought out tool kit. Gorilla tape. The best commonly found duct tape. Neopreme gloves, waterless hand cleaner and a roll of those blue shop towels.
Great additions Jeff!
Prestone makes an excellent winter windshield washer fluid ,it's the gold stuff. And it doesn't freeze up like the blue stuff, when you spray your windows and turn your wipers on it takes off light frost and clears up your icyWindows especially when the defroster kicks in.
Nice to know, for those of us in the northern climes!
Great suggestions...my dad always told me carry tools in my truck as well...when you live in the country, you never know what tool you’ll need. Thanks for sharing. God bless you both. - Nikki
And no matter what you pack you'll always be missing the right one! Thanks Nikki.
Gonagain lol so true! 🤔
You forgot the BFH! A food hammer fixes everything. LOL Seriously, a good review of tools for the road. Always pays to be prepared. 🙂
There are times when that could come in handy!
Bring along a small generator to power a stick welder, so when something breaks you can make it to a reputable service center.
I wish I had room for more of my tools!
Great video Rick. A tool kit is a must in the back country. 🔧
Thanks Rob! Next video features some new friends.
Dito on the great video Rick ..... I've always carried the basics even going to the store, and blessed with a full, well organized, good quality tool collection ... great point on the magnet, also a good light is a must .... just got the 2000 Jeep Cherokee thru inspection .... new starter, cat back exhaust and a new radiator that didn't owe me a dime, back hurts, but all went smoothly @ 64 .... blessed to have come from an auto family and taught to fix things Before you get stranded (also a great tip on the manual, makes for good reading to learn about your vehicle, long before things become an issue) .... 248K on the Cherokee and it drives and looks like it new ... my second one, had an 89 that went 285K ... over 35 years and never had to be towed with either one .... did have a crank sensor act up last year, tells the engine where crank and pistons are ... Jeep died dropping off a friend at his house ... walked home and it started the next day ... youtube knew the issue ... thermal failure when hot/idling ... easy fix, cheap part ... mounts just off the flywheel and senses it's rotation ... youtube, a little prayer and staying calm has saved me many times .. again, great topic and my tools give me a sense of security on the road, just knowing they are there .... I also have a matching set of impact wrenches ... for the tough bolts/nuts .... and an old trick, heat the bolt (torch), spray penetrate ... spray/splash with cold water ... it "shocks" the two metals as they cool quickly to release them ... saves a lot of stripped, broken off bolts and studs .... be well my friend, and safe travels for you and your lovely wife !
Good points Spinonemaster! Those simple repairs you made on your jeep would have been very expensive if you would have taken it in to the shop. Thanks for watching!
@@gonagain Yea Rick ... since I semi retired in May, restoring this old house and taking care of a 70 year old disabled Vet brother who functions at an 8 year olds level ... I have the time and tools ... I have him going to the YWCA adult daycare, so i get some respite .... I plan the projects, get 25% ordering online from the local parts stores (or order on amazon) ... did all new brakes/rotors/calipers, shocks (coiled rear and leaf springs) new front bearings, all the u-joints for 4x4 early in summer ... even got a new window/lock master switch which had become off and on working ($20 bucks at DrSwitch online) ... sadly, the days of a lot of DYI are gone now with the newer cars needing sophisticated tools and testing equipment ... the 2 Cherokees have been good to me, so I'm good to them in return .. funny, I've been in the habit for years of thanking the Jeep for being so reliable to me ... pat the ctr console while doing it ... went shopping today for new tires with winter coming ... been using the goodyear wranglers the last two sets, but may go back to the cheaper, but reliable Cooper A/T's ... as I've had them in the past .... safety, performance and reliability is also good thing to keep in mind when repairing/replacing parts, tires, brakes .... and the old timers taught me that passing on my knowledge, experience and skills is good karma (if people are open to it) that's how I learned from the experts (remaining grateful and humble) ... exactly what you do here on your channel !... why i like it so much ... got to go water the plants and garden ... getting ready to do some canning as I have a bumper crop of everything this year .... just finished putting up a few jars of Jalapeños ... dinner finished, feet up on the kitchen table resting my back and having a cup of coffee before taking the Bouvier for a walk on the canal .... been an interesting 64 years ... ups and downs, lots of adventures ... and I remain a blessed man
@@Spinonemaster I can tell you certainly are blessed. I have to replace my tires this winter and was thinking of the Wranglers but I'll take a look at the Cooper ATs now that you've mentioned them.
@@gonagain ... I liked the Coopers, good aggressive tread without a lot of road noise ... good wet traction, braking, handling .... tire wear is pretty good millage wise ... having said that, seems the tires deteriorate internally at the end of life, meaning tread still looks fairly good, but they become out of round/high spots (internal steel band breakage) that cause them to be a little "out of round" at highway speeds ... but I've always gotten at least or more of the mileage they rate them for ... they were always about 20-30 bucks cheaper than the premium you pay for goodyear ... so it might come to whatever discounts you can find or rebates ... both companies tend to run them 1-2 times a year .. Goodyear probably has more dealers around for warranty ... but have never had to use for either tires ... the Wranglers might be slightly better handling/ride, etc ... but I'm at the age where my driving is pretty tame ... perhaps splitting hairs on performance ? ... I run the standard size for the alloy spoke rim ... 235/r75 ... Cooper AT's are a slightly higher profile/tread when new
@@Spinonemaster Thank you for the info on the Coopers. With the traveling that we do it's also important that we get something that can be easily serviced (rotations, etc.)
Great video on the tool selection.
Great video. The internet is a great resource for identifying common car model problems for "greenhorns" like myself.
UA-cam is a fantastic library! Thanks Paul.
i have saved this video because it is so helpful Thank you for taking time to make it. I have put together a kit based on your recommendations and added a hydraulic jack and fluids for my vehicle along with battery jump starter AND jumper cables
Good going Larry! I'm glad you took heed and are going prepared.
Awesome nothing is better to be prepared, a few years ago I had a bad coil I was stuck a simple fix I can do in 15 minutes costs me a lot of money and time since then I learned my lesson now I'm ready for anything
Excellent Video and Excellent Advice as always.
I've always called Cresent Wrenches - Oklahoma Socket Sets. Course that is back when we had a real football rival going on.
For years I've carried an ammo can stuffed with tools. I even used to carry U-Joints as it seemed I would gernade them from time to time. Once the u-joint on my 72 Jimmy blew just inside Mexico. I quickly dropped the rear driveshaft (4x4) and drove into the USA, then replaced the U-joint alongside the highway.
I was a gearhead and did a lot of quarter-mile racing. Now I'm a geezerhead according to my wife.
One thing I always use to carry was a hydraulic jack and some 6-10" pieces of 2x4. Hated trying to work those old sissor jacks. And, the jack got good use fixing and replacing other parts of the truck here and there across the US.
Great stories Jim! Most young guys today don't care much about cars, but I hope my videos can help someone somehow. Thank you for watching.
Great advice for those not afraid to expend a bit of elbow grease! I plan to spend a month in AZ in March in various locations including Quartzite for a bit along the way.
That's the perfect time to visit this area because it's warmer but not hot.
Hi Rick, This is Scott, the guy that just sent that long email. Thanks for showing your tool kit.
I went too far overboard on that as well! Have a good day!
Have a happy Thanksgiving Scott!
Thank you
i have an assortment of tools that I don't know what to do with - just leftovers that my sons have left or told me I needed. I think I'll get rid of that schmozzle and restock. Thanks. I'm not a mechanic, but I'll have the right tools needed for mechanics who help me.
That could pay off some day. Good idea April Moon. I just encourage people to do for themselves as much as possible.
Thank you sir!
You are welcome!
Thanx for the tips sir.
Always welcome.
Loved the show great assortment in the box. Keep on keepin on.😇
Thank you! Will do!
Great suggestions!👍
WD40
That's in my kit too and has come in very handy. Thanks S Dolan!
I had not heard of Shoe Goo, so I looked it up on my hardware distribution center website and I’ll have it on my shelves next Monday. Great info!
It's a good product. It was originally for glueing the soles back on your sneakers, which it did very well.
Great video
Thank you, Anthony.
Great advice! 🛠️ Thank you!
Thanks for watching Wilderness One!
Great advice
Thank you for watching Mike!
Perfect kit. Can i suggest a magnetic tray for bolts? Worth it's weight.
Hammers. I carry a 4 pound and 8 pound. Many repairs just need a bigger hammer......
You're right about that JD. I've been using a rock.
Hence the old saying: "If in doubt use a hammer. The bigger the doubt, the bigger the hammer."
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@@PilotMcbride Thanks Pilot! I forgot you always have a plethora of rocks Out West.
@@JD-vb5ib out west?? Good grief no!! 🤣🤣🤣 They're all in my head mate, according to locals.... 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
(or did I miss a local colloquialism) 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@PilotMcbride Funny! "rocks in head"! My comment was meant to refer to all the rocks in the background of Gonagain's episodes. I may need to rethink my tool box, eliminate the hammers, and just find rocks along the road.
Wow good ideas here...never heard of Shoe Goo. 🤔 thanks for all the information
That's really good stuff and I always have it around. Occasionally I even replace it to make sure it's fresh.
Thanks... Good video...t
Thanks for watching, Tony!
I had the same thing. TPS failed on a trip. Could only idle. I had a dodge journey at the time. It was built into the manifold. Cost $800 to replace (just the part) Sadly..only error at the time was a traction control error. Next vehicle was not a dodge.
That was expensive! Mine was $32. Thanks for watching Maze Centric.
Good advice on what tools to keep in your vehicle for those getting back from where you are going and knowing how to do it properly, I have seen some good advice about getting out where the vehicle is tuck by the cave man videos using what is available with a little know how of the old ways by your self and what you what to move is to heavy for you to move or can not get traction with your tires how to move vehicle by your self with good rope and know how it reminded me of the time you got off the road and how to get back with out hurting your self..
Good stuff you know Jimmy!
@@gonagain I am not a mechanic but use common sense to keep things going when they do not want to work the way they should checkout what is not working and replace or get it working to it best, even if it not what the mechanic can understand how what I did, but works better than they get it to with their computers.
@@gonagain By the way the cave man video also shows how to get drinkable water never ending even in the dry areas as long as there are any trees in that area and all you need is a knife and something to collect the water with very good study shown how to do it.
@@jimmybutler3728 Oh, I know who you're talking about! That's a good channel to watch.
@@gonagain Good nice to pass good advice around .
Ah mate, although you are well tooled up, you forgot the most useful tool to have, which I'm sure you have with you. The hammer. The good ol' hammer. The knockometer is the most versatile of all tools, and is also good for stress relief.
Did you know that is you have something tight to remove, you can coated you plier/visegrip jaws with the silicone to give a non-marking grip.
One day I'll do a vid on what I carry in my car everyday.
Cheers Rick, stay safe.
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I actually do have a hammer. It's the back side of my Hudsons Bay axe!
Hey Pilot, I'd like to see that video.
I knew you'd have some sort of "knockometric" device. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.
I'm a little worried that it is attached to an axe, that'd be interesting in the right circumstances..... 🤣🤣🤣
And I do see a minor problem that may arise. Your car is metric and I'm sure your Hudsons Bay axe is imperial, be really careful mate....... 🤣🤣🤣
Thanks for sharing your video great ideas and tools
Good stuff. And I agree 100% about the vise grips👍👍.
That along with duct tape and WD40!
@@gonagain 👍👍👍
Thanks so much for sharing this information.
You are so welcome!
Good to know
I just looked up my 2011 Acura MDX - I couldn't find a Haynes or Chilton manual for it! Last one was for the previous generation.
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Not criticism but I would suggest doing the repair in the auto parts store parking lot. Access to loaner tools, additional parts, bathroom, sink to wash up.
That's a good idea, however the auto parts stores I've been to have signs that says no car repair in parking lot. So be sure to check for that.
Thanks for sharing this.
Great video. Question: When you tackle a job like replacing the TPS while on the road, are you concerned that while performing the job, a secondary problem may arise, like losing an important fastener, breaking something while trying to remove it, etc. that will then leave you stranded since you're working on your only means of transportation?
Always, but I try to include all the possibilities before getting started, like how far am I going to need to walk if it doesn't work! Please check out our latest videos on repairing our own transmission while camped.
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I'm slowly devleop8ng a new toolkit. Realistically youonly need tools to get home from work (or I do) for everything else there's a recovery card.
Good video, Carry on the useful job. Regards.
Thank you Matt!
Very good info thank you
Thank you for watching M Langford!
Great video! Thank you. Im building a dedicated road trip tool box (finally) No more stealing from my shop tools - What do you recommend to carry your tools in. Old school tool box? Or canvas bag/roll?
I just use a couple of smaller heavy-duty plastic toolboxes with the top tray. I think two smaller ones stow better than one big one. I've used canvas before, but it gets too dirty and is harder to clean.
A wire coat hanger
Is there a certain position or use a volt/ohm meter. For the throttle position.
I took one apart after it failed and they are very flimsy inside with tiny, feather like brushes that ride on a carbon contact. I would suggest only buying an AC/Delco one to replace it. By the way Mark, a year later I found out that my problem was a fuel pump that was going out intermittently. I think you watched that video where they had to drop my gas tank and replace it.
@@gonagain I just had an experience with one throttle position sensor in diagnosing codes on one for 1985 Toyota 4Runner 22re fuel injection . I spent two months trying to figure one out .and I had to use a volt/ohm meter,. I found that Toyota red antifreeze got inside and cause multiple problems with ECU. I did my best in cleaning and getting things better. It also affected my emissions which I failed a smog test here in and had to to repair the car and rerun a another smog test. I had to replaced the catalytic converter and fix egr modulator . I learned a lot from this experience now everything ok and smog . Thanks for your experience and knowledge. Great to learn from your experience. Mark
@@markreynolds3850 when I said AC/Delco I was thinking GM. Lol! But seeing how delicate they are I would only use OEM for sure. Glad you figured yours out.
5 min epoxy :)
Oh yeah! That's a very good tip.
I wonder what the lock picking lawyer thinks of those locks???
You just do the best you can.