Vanlife Safety Gear I Carry! What to Carry in Case of Emergency!
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2024
- What do you need to get yourself out of a tight situation? People often ask me.. "What do I do if I get stuck? What do I do if my battery dies or I get a flat tire? In this video we take a look at some of the recovery and emergency gear that I carry with me no matter what. I am never without these things!
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Bob, your videos saved me from bring homeless in 2016. (Moved into an 02 ford windstar) On Friday I'll be kicked out of my home and I'm actually excited to be living in a van again. This time it's an 89 Chevy G20. You have no idea how much you help random people all over the states.
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I wish you the very best and good enjoyable travels! Was coming onto the comment section to tell Bob how much he has helped us as well. were in a suburban lifestyle and getting more bored by the minute. We went full nomadic after watching Bob's videos and now have been living and loving it for almost a year. Everywhere we go is so beautiful. We spend less money, and meet even more nice people than we ever used to. We go to church more than we ever did, because I ask ahead and stay some Saturday nights in church parking lots so that I can go in the morning. We see a ton of animals, and almost everywhere we stay, we pick up garbage around wherever we parked as a way to give back for the spot and help the wildlife. It just feels so spiritually better and uplifting to live this life. Feels a lot more free, and a lot more friendly. I wish all who are following Bob's wisdom safe and beautiful travels. Thanks Bob!
First Aid Kit. Flashing warning lights, duct tape, mechanics wire. emergency blanket, work gloves.
Replacement bulbs maybe
I'd like to add a personal addition to your kit, or rather a subtraction. I recently experienced a flat in the desert and because the previous tire company didn't return my lug nut key, I couldn't get my tire off and it was a dangerous situation on the highway. It's my fault for not checking for it on the trip but man, did it hurt knowing a company was irresponsible like that. Anyway, after many discussions with a tire salesman, and the tow truck company, locking lug nuts are more dangerous to you than as a theft deterrent. You can find lug nut keys elsewhere and the tow truck guys knocked them off like they were nothing so why bother. Don't buy into it at a dealership, and have regular lug nuts placed on your vehicle and have good insurance :) Don't experience what happened to me on a 100 degree day in New Mexico with trucks/cars rushing by (and not shifting over a lane). Even if you just lose the key in your vehicle, it could be life or death on hot day on a busy freeway. Don't use them!!!
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I was camped at the Hi Jolly area in Quartzite when a guy came by. "Do you have a jump pack I could use? I was stupid and ran down my truck's battery. I already used up my two jump packs and a neighbor's trying to start. Diesels can be finicky."
"I have jumper cables." He looked at me like I was from the distant past. I said, "Just let me put this away and I'll be right over."
Thanks to my ancient technology the truck started right up. Jump packs are handy, but if I ever got one I'd still keep the jumper cables.
But what if there's no one around to jump me? Once upon a time my starter battery gave up the ghost. So I got out the jumper cables and connected them to my house battery. Vroom, back in business, and off to get a new starter battery.
Newbie here...house battery??
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 - The battery used to run things in my van (like the fridge and lights) that's charged via the solar panels.
@@alchristensen8121 oh, like a jackery
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 - That would work.
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 With a solar setup, typically you use a couple of batteries to save that charge. They basically look like car batteries, but they're intended to run everything else in your van. This way you're not running everything on your van battery.
My Dad passed away in January. Although I’m in my 50s, I was always his little girl and I’m watching this for you, Dad. I have been vanlifing for a while, but I can always learn. I have a battery jumper I call The Beast, and I love it!
Reflective warning triangles and day glow safety vest for each occupant.
Great suggestions!
Some tire shops will not work any tire that has fix-a-flat in it. Instead I carry a tire repair kit with rubber plugs.
I used fix a Flat on a tire with a leak. It was lumpy driving for a while, then worked itself out. Mechanic looked At it and couldn't find the leak. Drove on that tire for another year before replacing it :(
Air compressor is essential. To be able to air down and back up will give you better traction and may prevent getting stuck in the first place.
Fire extinguishers, plural ! Also a reflective mylar type blanket/mat to lay on under your rig, the surrounding light bounces off the mat and illuminates the underside well. Thanks Bob!
I carry an isolated battery for emergencies. I carry a recovery snatch strap, comealong, 30' jumpet cables made from welding cable. A battery booster/air pump to 90 psi, Maxtrax traction boards, plug kit. I also carry flares and triangles. I carry 2 sets of triangles. The reason is i have a break down once on a curve in the mountains and another truck almost ran into me. He didn't see the first triangle until he was in the curve. Now i give 400 ft warning of emergency. Its a lot of stuff! But i value my life and theirs.
i carry a "power" puller come along, handy man jack, tow/snatch straps, pick, shovel, axe, 2 spare tires, recovery boards, 2 ea. 6 gal. water can/jugs, 2 gallon berky water filter, ordered an on board air compressor,a months supply of food, 2 unner coleman stove with 6-ea. 1lb.cylinders,,, so i think i am set except for a better medical kit
I carry most of the items that you displayed however I do carry an item that you do not have which I find essential it's called a Torque Multiplier it's the easiest device to use to break loose lug nuts when changing a tire no matter what size vehicle you have or how tight they are you don't have to be strong to use this device
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I keep a 3/4 in pvc pipe 18” long to slide over the tire iron to loosen the lugnuts
@@wynnbeattie8130 I use to do the same thing, crude but works. But still isn't easier than using a Torque Multiplier.
Now that sounds like a game changer. Great idea! Hmm, now if someone would invent adaptations for torque multipliers to save the day in other difficult daily chores! 😆
I always have Fix a Flat and a shovel in my van. I use the shovel several times a year to rescue snapping turtles from the middle of the road here in my home-base town in Wisconsin. It's a multi-purpose tool! 😄 Thanks again for the great tips, Bob!
Nice planning Jess!!
That’s soooo sweet of you 😭🤗
I do the same and I’m in central Wisconsin. Matter of fact I just pissed off some guys in a big pick up truck cuz I was in turtle rescue mode. Lol. 🐢😕
Just rescued another turtle here in Nashville 😊👍
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 have shovel will travel nice Val the animals thank you 😊
Not just the mechanics but the tire industry as well doesn’t like fix a flat. damned good product. I put fix a flat in all of my tires and the set I have had for the last two years have had no troubles whatsoever.
Have a few special treats with you. What you like best. A muesli, a candy or chocolate bar, it doesn't matter what it is. Perhaps your favourite freeze-dried meal. Whatever you like. A bit of comfort food. Yes, you can survive the best part of a month without food, so long as you have plenty of water. But long before you die of starvation, you will become physically weak, and your head won't be in the right place. Because the best survival tool is your own brain. It needs energy. You need a clear head. Tools are great, but you must have muscle energy to use them. So survival /recovery tools are great, but you have to be prepared. Know and practice how to use all the tools, before you get into a situation that could be dangerous.
For example, snatch straps, and tow ropes/cables. Don't wait for an emergency to come before you use them. Practice in a safe area close to your home, or at least, where you can get help easily.
And "think outside the square". Chances are it is an emergency that you have not prepared for, or got the tool to fix, that may defeat you. So look around, have situational awareness. Can you rig a hand-winch from just some rope, and wood lying around?
my father loaded my first car with safety gear and i still do it even though i no longer have him. super cool post. i am sending love. and i still hear, don't ride the clutch! in my head.
All the items mentioned are like insurance: Hope you never needed it, but if you do, you got it!
I found a battery jump starter combination with a air compressor made by CAT ,but you could only charge it with shore power, no cigarette,or solar capable. So I returned it . Yes so glad you posted this ! It has been on my mind, I like to be prepared!! Thanks Bob!!!
Better to have and not need than to need and not have.
I carry a campbell hausfeld twinstack air compressor and a Yamaha EF 2800i generator which will run the air comp and impact tool and sockets. Now I can change my own tires on my F250 and not need a tow. Generator will also run the battery charger to keep care of the truck and/or house batteries. Air comps need a LARGE generator to get them working. This combo DOES work.
I carry a set of tools, a shovel and a jump starter. I know how to change a tire but I hate doing it.
Thank you for the great information. To add to your list, I carry a center punch to break the window and get out quick with a seat belt cutter attached, an LED flashlight with red flashing light function, first aid items, phone charger, extra blanket, seasonal clothes for cold weather, rain jacket, water bottle, crackers or sugary snack. I've dealt with a variety of emergency situations and add to my list as I learn more. I would also suggest going through a few practice runs so you are better rehearsed before a stressful situation arises. Hard to think straight when you're stressed and scared. Rehearsing your plan can saves lives. Happy travels!
A First aid kit, and flashlights and solar lights. Thanks for the portable battery charger idea.🥁
Another excellent video! You've pretty much covered everything a normal nomad would need. Being a little abnormal, we've got all that plus - full ratchet sets, hammers, wrenches sae and metric, a good electrical repair kit, a bow saw, an axe and a winch (the last three are handy for removing trees from forest roads). You should make a video showing how to use the tire plug kit for people new to that game. It's a skill set that I would consider to be important when venturing out alone. Thanks again for all you do!
I always say I need to be able to get myself out of what ever i get myself into ..thank you.- Melanie 🦋
Road flares, at least 24. An amber flashing light or three, wood blocks (4x4) and a 24”x24” three quarter square of plywood for putting your tire jack on if you have to jack up your car on soft, muddy or uneven ground, a good jack stand so the car doesn’t fall off the stand most cars come with. heavy duty cardboard box or 3x5’ piece of carpet to lay on if you need to crawl up under your car to attach a rope, chain or strap. Glue a piece of heavy duty tarp to the bottom of the carpet to keep water from soaking through the carpet if ground is wet or muddy. good pair of mechanics gloves to protect your hands from hot pipes, sharp objects etc . And for us old folks a gardeners foam pad for kneeling down on hard ground.
24 road flares?
I also carry a wiring repair kit (Amazon, Walmart, Autozone, etc), bulbs, fuses, a head mountable LED flashlight (using both hands in the dark is essential), handheld CB radio that works on cigarrette lighter, Baofeng radios tuned to FRS/GMRS/Weather frequencies, waterless hand cleaner, short crow bar, duct tape and WD40.
Where do you find the handheld CB radio??
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 - I have had it for years. I think I got it at Walmart. But you can find a very similar model to mine at Amazon by searching for “Midland 75-785 40-Channel CB Radio.” However, there are many handheld CBs from various makers you may want to look for. Or, get a Baofeng handheld that is programmable.
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 - well I was wrong about the Baofeng receiving CB radio frequency. At least the model I have does not. I still encourage everyone to get one of these low cost Baofeng walkies, though. Very versatile. Search Amazon for “BaoFeng UV-82HP High Power Dual Band Radio” to see the exact model I have. There are many models but the UV-82HP had the most features and best reviews.
Weight ratings are important on snatch straps. They’re not all the same.
CRVL always has such inspiring content from folks already living and thriving in this lifestyle. Love to see practical content like this as well. Thanks for keeping folks safe and prepared.
I have a Ryobi air inflation system. Works with all Ryobi tools.
Is it battery operated?
@@perfectpeacetaichi1232 yes by Ryobi batteries
One thing that should be remembered, and I have not noticed it mentioned (though I didn't check the whole list) is NEVER use the plug kit on a tire that was previously re-inflated with fix-a-flat! F-a-f is flammable, and when you rasp the hole to prepare for a plug, you can set off a spark inside the tire. You might wonder, "Has that ever really happened?" Yes, it has. I remember it from a newspaper article years ago. The mechanic was injured. That's why you should warn any mechanic who works on that tire. There might be non-flammable versions now. I don't know, but be careful out there! Best wishes and thanks, Bob, for a great channel!
the one best thing i have is a winch that i can put it in my front receiver hitch or put it in the rear receiver hitch an pull my self out of mud or sand forward or rev an carry a couple of snatch blocks!!!!! very important!!!
AAA to the rescue and all the other stuff. I don’t ever get in a hurry to get unstuck. Thanks to a mechanic for a Dad who was my mentor. Teach what you know to whom ever needs your advice. Thanks Bob.
I saved this as it is very educational! I do have a fix a flat in my car and all the tire changing, but I dont know how to change a tire, though. I have a car jumping cables, but the one to another car . I used to have one that you charge at home and then it's supposed to help jumpstart your car, but I gave that one away. I do keep a small car mechanic set of tools in the car which I got at Walmart a couple of years ago (actually my mom gifted it to me since she knows I like tools). I do keep a strong flashlight that's charged by USB in the car and phone charger and extra waters in there also. I also keep basic umbrella, blankets (mostly because of son, but it has come in handy during snow when I'm in Tahoe CA/NV or visiting sister in Oregon or extended relatives in NV during winter). I do keep snow chain tires in the trunk of my car. I guess I should invest into the sand recovery boards. There was this one time that my car got stuck in this bank by Boca Lake, and fortunately we got out. That was the last time my button worked for pushing for AWD on my Salvaged 2006 Toyota Rav4. I do have an air compressor, but I did not put it into my car yet, so I think I should put it in. I do have a car tire repair kit but I think it's for bike tires, but I have seen my father use it on an old car that I used to have years ago to help me get by (I found out a sprite of a neighbor kept poking nails into my tires and then he would laugh! I guess he had extra time for being retired for over 20 years).
Most people would not believe all the things I carry in my pick up. Some would say it's over kill, I say it's good insurance. I have never had the need for some things but some I never thought I would need, have been used. Because I travel a lot of 4 wheel drive and back roads I go prepared. I also carry a Garmin In Reach
add: hydraulic jack and baseboard; torque multiplier; extra long, heavy gauge jumper cables; basic set of mechanic’s tools and sockets; battery-powered drill.
I have most everything you mentioned except tire plug kit (i have a good spare tire, an air compressor and a can of fix-a- flat so don’t think I would ever use the plug kit). I don’t have recovery boards, but I have used my floor mats on ice and they work. I would like to get some recovery boards, but space in my van is an issue and I don’t have room for them. The clearance on my van is very low so I don’t go too far off road in it. I appreciate all the suggestions. Your channel is very helpful.
I was unable to loosen the nuts on the tires of my 1998 Chevy Express van. Even stomping on the handle couldn't make them turn. Then a mechanic with a compressed air driver made it look so easy. They came right off first try. I plan to get some help from a mechanic to learn how to do it myself. And I think -- for those with large vehicles like mine -- you should recommend they discover if they can do it, and then learn how if they can't.
Not much compares to a winch when you need one. A winch or a wench or whichever one. Good stuff Bob.
I had to call for jump starts twice in two days. I actually have a 500 watt compressor/jumper but it wasn't charged (my hubby actually used occasionally to power his cpap when our power would go out). Lesson learned. I have tried to charge it and I think the battery has gone on it so I will be getting a new jumper. A kind gentleman actually gave me a set of cables to carry but I would still need someone to jump from. But I know I no longer have the strength to change a tire or probably even plug one or some of the other problems that can arise so I just make sure I keep my roadside coverage in effect. And I don't plan on going off the beaten track like Bob does ;)
Thanks for the reminder. I was a boy scout and was raised to be prepared. It was great to see Riot pass through as well as Cody.
I carry a spare tire and jack, a tow strap, a 13.6 Amp/H lithium battery jump, a pair of plastic traction boards, a few tools, duct tape, wire and a cell phone.
In my minivan, I have a covered case for such things, like a fire extinguisher, collapsible four way lug wrench, tire plugging kit and a small cigarette lighter air compressor, jumper cables! Thanks for reminding me to check the emergency inventory, and I see I need a med kit.
Most of us do not have that much room to spare for all that emergency materials!
In addition to what others have listed, definitely a flashlight. Also, for those of us that can't carry recovery boards due to size, I saw an interesting hint to use your rubber floor mats in a pinch. I don't think that that would have ever occurred to me and worth a try if needed!
I watch the Matt's Offroad Recovery channel. On one of his rescues he pulled some rubber floor mats out from under a car and muttered, "These obviously don't work."
@@alchristensen8121 hopefully I'll never have to test this in real life! 😊
There must be something smaller you could use in a pinch. Minivan camper doesn't have room for all he shows. I would like to see or start workshops for us older women to practice survival techniques, such as plugging tires, etc. Also make gatherings to share/ sell supplies and gadgets. I don't want 40 lbs of pine pellets, would be nice to share cost with 3 other women. Same with other things that are cheaper in large sizes. Does anyone know of such things?
I recently got stuck turning left onto the street with a too deep ditch before the road. (Dumb Mistake) I’m in an Class A RV. The tires spun because my hitch on the back was caught on the dirt. I dug which didn’t not help. I called AAA and 10 hours later they showed up. I studied the situation and want to figure out how I could have gotten out myself. The tow truck driver use a huge winch connected to my RV front frame. He also put 4 x 6 boards under tires which lifted the hitch off the hard dirt and saved the RV’s black tank. Now maybe if I had used my f150 pickup truck that I tow and the boards and the snap rope you talked about I might have been able to pull if off. However I’d need another driver. Hmmmm This needs more thinking on my part. 😂
Same happened to me in the class c while in Flagstaff. Many nice campers stopped to try to help. Several trucks all saying they could pull me out. Nope. Nice they tried. It took a huge winch. Another reason I don't carry a spare tire. It would take two 7-1/2 ton jacks and no room for those. Basically I need a rig that has a levitate feature.
@@Rockstar97321 Great. Good Sam offers roadside as well. Horrible experience with them. But if you're in Flagstaff and need help, Joey at Tow Rite. He's the Man.
@@travelduckwonder8013 Thanks! I’ll remember his name.
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I’ll just add that i keep carpet remnant squares for traction. They’re cheap or free even, they’re flat, they can serve a few purposes, & they’ve gotten me out of snow & mud many times! I just throw them away if they’re bad when I’m done using it. I have all that’s suggested here but my tire inflator & battery jumper are an all in one kit, it saves space & it works great!
Best have a first aid kit too. always have a spare jug of water ( for radiator ). jumper cables, basic tool kit, spare fluids (oil, power steering etc), sos device
I carry a battery jumper and tyre inflator. I also have a spare wheel and tools, plus a can of tyre repair sealent, engine oil and washer fluid. Also a first aid kit, hi-viz jacket, road hazard triangle and foam fire extinguisher, an SOS lamp plus whistle. This was another really useful video, thanks Bob.
I carry all that gear except the recovery snap straps which I will now get. In addition, I have an lug nut remover which is powered off my battery through the cigarette lighter port. BTW, I was rear ended last fall while camping. My RAV4, which I camp in, was spun around and thrown into a ditch as deep as my car was long. CHP informed me that AAA will not pull my car out of the ditch. That's considered "Recovery". AAA only does "Roadside Assistance ". The CHP officers pulled me out -no problem. Thanks again for another informative video.
I also carry a socket wrench set and a few other tools. My compressor is a Viair 88P which I am very happy with, and, like yours, the compressor dome gets very hot when using - $66 on Amazon.
I use a *NOCO Genius* for shore power show charging but I could charge the NOCO via my inverter and jump my vehicle that way.
Just started traveling in my minivan. I have a shovel, jump starter, blinking emergency lights, tire gauge and tire repair kit. An air compressor and fix a flat is on my list. Adding stuff gradually as I go and learn. Thanks for your video.
I don't think I saw anyone mention.. but I also find electricians tape, duct tape and a roll heavy wire.. seem to come in handy.
Fire extinguisher, shovel, jump start device, water, MREs, get home bag with everything I need in case I have to leave my vehicle behind complete with tarp and cordage to make a shelter, first aid kit, flashlights, ratchet set, crescent wrench, road flares, cellphone charger, blankets, Prestone coolant, rubber gloves, hand sanitizer, masks, ratcheting tie down straps, cargo net, spare tire, jack and tire iron and more stuff I can't remember lol.
Jumper cable, tow strap and a recovery strap, on the truck is a winch and a onboard air compressor. I only go out on the weekends for now and fun in the mud..
I have fix a flat, Jumper cables, work gloves, and those boards to put under wheels, shovel, and duct tape. I always carry water and distilled water, and snacks.
Thanks so much Bob for these very important safety preparedness videos! Invaluable information for first timers, and especially women who are preparing for van life. 👍😃
I don't tend to go far off-road with my Prius, but carry a plug kit, tire tools, a compressor, basic tools & a first aid kit & jumper cables.
I love all your videos Bob! I always learn something new!
I'm still in my Altima so don't really do anywhere rugged right now. I do have most of the essentials like everythimg to change a tire, fix a flat, duct tape, extended tool set, etc...
If I'm stranded waiting on rescue I have pretty much all my off grid stuff including solar and house battery in my trunk
Wow, in an Altima?! Plz do a video to show us your car set up. Sounds amazing!
@@valeriehancotte-galan4790 I've been wanting to start a channel but am the biggest procrastinator inn the world lol. I'll try and post more pics to FB.
I wish we could post pics in comments
Good video Bob, I carry road triangles, fire extinguisher, led red flashing (usb) magnetic light bar, led headlamp with both red (flashing) and white light, an axe, short shovel, safety vest, tire plug kit, med kit (first aid), recovery boards. I will be adding a battery powered chainsaw and perhaps a come-a-long.
I carry most everything you’ve shown. Except for the serpentine belt and the water filter.
I don’t think I’ll get the Serpentine belt but I have certainly thought about getting a water filter.
I have emergency flares, Bear spray and Wasp spray, well equipped First Aid kit.
I carry a cow bell as well.
I have lived in and travelled in bear country for so much of my life. Trust me, it is not unheard of to have a bear visit while you are trying to change a flat, or broke down.
When I am camped out in a secluded area I give the cow bell a couple of clings before stepping out of the van in the pitch dark.
I thought bears liked to eat cows, wouldn't that be called a dinner bell then? LOL
This is very helpful. I am not full time but travel ALOT on my own.and will be FT once I get more figured out. I have about 1/2 of what you have suggested. I don’t have recovery tracks, nor do I have a tow rope or tire plugs. Though expensive, I do have a Garmin In Reach that I purchased for solo backpacking, but also like to carry it when I am car traveling. It gives you the option to at least text, find your way if lost and if in a real emergency, summon help all via satellite.
I carry all of those and I have a wench and all the accessories as well. A little Overkill never hurts.
I’m not a nomad but Bob hits the nail on the head with this video. I keep everything but the battery jumper in my car, I need to invest in that I still have old fashioned jumper cables. I keep a plastic bin in my car with a lot of items Bob and other Nomads have on hand for those just in case moments. My dad instilled that in me when I got my first car. Good tips and equipment is suggested in this video, keep up passing out wisdom.
I carry two gal of drinking water every where I go. But then I live in SoAZ where a Summer walk of a block or two is more than most people want to do without water. M
You forgot to mention what looks like your tow strap. Please explain the difference between a tow strap vs a recovery strap. Also please talk about the different working capacities and widths and lengths of the straps.
Second that. That is an important distinction. The kinetic strap (or rope) will allow a lighter vehicle to yank a heavier vehicle out of sand or mud. Don't try to yank with a tow strap!
I carry a 1/2 “ mid torque Ridgid impact wrench for easy quick tire change. I also carry a appropriate thickness sized board for my jack so it won’t sink in the mud or loose sand or dirt. I carry also a Ridgid battery cordless tire inflator. I also recommend a long 1/2 drive breaker bar with 1/2 drive extension just in case. Six point impact sockets also. 🙏👍🧰🛠
We always had long jumper cables, a couple cans of fix-a-flat, 12v air compressor to re-inflate tires, a couple gallons clean water, blankets in case we got stuck somewhere in winter, spare pillows for same reason, disposable bowls, plates, utensils, collapsing cups. In addition to that a good spare tire, jack for changing the tire, emergency "rations" for us to eat if we had to and then a bag of cat food in case we came upon injured animals like kitties or doggies which happened more often that you know. Not bad for a small 2 door hatchback eh?
I carry a Dewalt 20v inflator, 1/2 inch 20v impact for lugnuts, NOCO Jumpstart pack, tow straps, jumper cables, an of course, a small shovel an ax. Also a couple moving blankets too lay on an 12 ton bottle jack
It's always good to be prepared when traveling as a Nomad. Hopefully, I will never need the these tools but if I do, I have what I need to get out the the predicament I'm in. Usually, I'm able to get myself out without any help.
I need to get some fix a flat. Yes it works very good 👍👍 Thank you 👍😊💖 God bless you 🙏🤗🐕🐾🐾
Fix a Flat will ruin the TPM sensor in the wheel if your vehicle has Tire Pressure Monitoring system. Most cars built in the last 10 years have it. If a sensor on goes bad you will have a indicator light on your dash showing a tire with low air pressure.
The point is to get the tire temporarily fixed to get you off the side of a dangerous highway, a Tpms sensor can easily be replaced later.
I bought a Jump Starter kit from Costco, Type S brand, but it doesn't hold a charge. I have to charge it for 8 hours almost weekly so it's at full power, which it needs to be to jump a car. I was excited to have one in my rig but it's rather useless at this point. I'll do better research before I buy my next one! Thanks for your videos Bob and team.
For A flat tire first try and change it. Then try and patch. If your in a service area try roadside. Very last option is fix a flat. Fix aa flat will guarantee that you have to buy a new tire. Even if it is just a small puncture that can be patched once you use fix a flat the tire cannot be patched
The recovery strap was a new one for me, Thanks for the demo Bob !
Hi Bob, I carry a wheel jack. they are heavy and bigger than a standard windup but if your spare tyre is under your vehicle and you have a rear flat your spare is now very difficult to get to. Changing a flat tyre is never a nice job. but if you are ready with good gear it can save you a lot of money and grief. I recommend practising for when the real thing does happen you at least know what to do. My wife and daughters used to drive hundreds of miles into the west Australian outback sometimes on their own, where you are the only person out there.
Home Depot sells a Ryobi 18-volt tire inflator with a built-in pressure gauge for $25. Of course, you need a Ryobi 18- volt battery too. But if you’ve got the battery, this is a neat substitute for the 12-volt compressor pump.
I carry leather gloves, a first aid kit and monster tape. I need to get a a jump starter. Thanks for this most excellent information.
Being in Wisconsin I have to have these items for my 2 wheel drive van in winter driving but thank you Bob great info
I pretty much hit all the boxes with what you have Bob. I also carry AAA for myself and my 37 yo daughter. She had to use hers on vacay with SO up in North Cascades, Oregon 2 weeks ago. Saved her butt..
Fabulous video and just what I needed! Thank you!!
Shovel and traction boards! Priceless combo.
Usually on every vehicle there is a diagram showing how the Serpentine belt goes on your vehicle.
A headlamp and a disposable poncho, first aid kit.
I have a tow strap not the stretchy one you showed. Although it did give me an idea of looking into getting one of the stretcher straps. I have been meaning to get a battery charger so since it was already listed on here I went ahead and ordered it. With the exception of the Tire plugs and ramps. I carry pretty much the same items
I have a lot of safety gear in my vehicle, especially for someone who's just learning this van-life stuff. I still dread the idea of changing a tire myself. I had a hard time doing it in my 20s, and that was decades ago.
Someone mentioned a Torque Multiplier tool to use to remove lug nuts easier, and also some different kind of car jack that's easier to use.
Used my $20 air compressor from autozone many times. I've got the smallest floor jack for changing tires, factory ones are for level ground, and ideal circumstances. Also a square pipe I put on tire tool for leverage, some cars have very small lugnuts that bind
I am currently building a short bus on the Ford E-350 chassis. I am installing a heavy-duty bull bar as the front bumper to which I will be mounting a 10,000 lb. winch, which will also be transferrable to the rear end, just in case I need to pull from that direction. I figure a winch will be useful for myself and in case I come across someone else who needs a helping hand.
Thanks again Bob for the helpful info
Thank you, I'm learning so much from your awesome channel.
Spot on Bob
That’s really good stuff Bob! Thanks. A lot of folks don’t know about some of these items. They can really save us when we’re in a bind.
What a terrific video! Much to think about. I shared this one a few times. So, I carry a little shovel,tow strap,jumper cables,tool box. Bob,you made me realize I definitely need a few more things. Thanks yet again!!
Thank you Bob!!!💕💕👍👍💕💕
GPS communicator is important being in the back country
Excellent video! Good list of things to have on hand.
I saw an old video you put out which recommends a come along. I have all these safety items plus the come along to pull myself out if no one is there to help. Thanks Bob your a lifesaver. Sincerely, Harriet.
Thank you so very much for sharing Bob!
Awesome 👏. Started last week to Nomad. I carry Battery Jumper, Strap, Recovery Boards, Tire Plug Kit, Water Filter. Loving it. ❤️👍
I’m a 66 yo female, and my hand and arm strength aren’t what they used to be. I’ve wondered if I’d be able to successfully use a plug kit to plug a tire. It seems like a tough job. Any insight about this would be appreciated.
Hey. Applying enough force on both the cleaning file, the round tool, and plug is essential. If you can't press down with body weight then rotate hole towards bottom and wedge yourself between ground and tire off to side. Placing pressure against back and ground I found works best. Hope that helps.
It's not super difficult, but it may be beyond your abilities. In any case, it fairly intimidating because you have to yank the nail/screw/whatever out of the tire with the pliers, then take a gooey rubber plug and use the tool that Bob was holding (kind of looks like an ice pick) to shove the plug into the hole left by the object. I thought for sure I was going to ruin my tire even worse the first time I did it, but the fix ended up lasting the life of the tire. In your case, it's probably best to rely on the "fix-a-flat", just don't pull the nail or whatever out because that will leave too big of a hole to plug with the foam. If you leave the nail in, the foam will usually be able to fill the gaps around the nail.
Alternatively, I carry a full sized spare tire on my rigs. The mini-spare or "donut" that most cars come with nowadays can be used, but not long term or at high speeds. You can go to a auto salvage yard and get a wheel with a still good tire off a wrecked car for as low as $20. It obviously takes up more space than the donut, but it's well worth it.
Slime works way better than fix a flat. Get the liquid not the kit...Use slime in tires now, worry a lot less about having to mess with tires by the side of the road later. It also has coolant in it which keeps tires cool thus extending life of tires.
Must you remove the tire valve stems to install the Slime sealant in the tire? Most people don’t own a valve stem removal tool.
Do you have Slime sealant in all four tires permanently?
@@GTVAlfaMan Theres a black tool / cap on bottle. make sure you get the right amount, theres diff size bottles. Think car tires are 16 oz. Theres a video for every question it seems lol. I follow the very good product reviews by UA-camr "ProjectFarm"....Ive had great experiences for decades with slime, its a good product.... The edge goes to slime over the other products by them adding coolant to their product. FYI There is an inflation slime product also, but prefer the bottle form. ua-cam.com/video/H5DWhIF1c0M/v-deo.html
Thanks Bob for the tip on the air compressor. The one I have is not big enough for my 1 ton dually.