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War Machine · Jun 17, 2019

Always have my tool set with me.

FirstGenVol · Jun 17, 2019

Rex Kramer said: ↑

Unfortunately it is the reality in Atlanta.
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My old company has a production site in one of the worst areas of ATL. The last time I left that site my GPS took me right through the hood. I witnessed a drug deal in broad daylight. They both stopped and stared me down. My Glock 19 found its way to my lap from the center console.

KarmaKannon · Jun 17, 2019

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If you buy a Safety Seal kit they don't use rubber cement so there's no need to keep buying new kits. They're more expensive but I've had the same kit for 5 years and it still works well.

https://www.safetyseal.com/safetysealoriginal.php
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That looks pretty nice. Thanks for the heads up. I haven't had any issues with the jerky style plugs, but I'm always looking for better options. Not using rubber cement is a plus also.

Oh I didn't mention super glue but throw that one on the list. Good for sealing cuts and I've heard you can use it for a messed up tooth as a temporary filling of sorts. I mostly just use it to seal cuts or glue my fingernail down when it gets pulled up or so something finds its way under one.

Sunnier · Jun 18, 2019

KarmaKannon said: ↑

In all honesty you never know where you'll break down. Some tools are just handy to have no matter where that is.

Op- I carry as many tools as I possibly can because I venture into the desert where phone reception is poor. I use a couple large ammo cans for hand tools and some food stuff, a shovel, medical supplies (everything from asperin and benedryl to an ibd and a tourniquet) can of fuel, and an aquatainer of water. If I can't change a tire, start a fire, feed my kid, hydrate myself and others, or fix a booboo (or make one), without calling for help, I feel naked.

Amateur tip from someone who's been broken down in the desert a couple times. Vienna sausages keep a long time and are easy to store and kids will eat them cold if they are hungry. Nothing like a salty snack to boost morale in the hot desert after or during a stressful situation. Also given enough water and time you can pretty much get out of anywhere that isn't hostile or freezing.

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I am a big fan of trying to keep your bases covered from 8mm-21mm or a bit more with 3/8 or 1/4 drive and wrenches and whatever it takes to change your tire with an extension and breaker bar. Everything bigger I would normally leave up to an adjustment wrench. On dedicated trips I would take my 1/2 drive set that goes bigger too. Make sure you have adapters from 1/4 up to 1/2 and back again or any combination. No power tools for me.

Screwdrivers as you see fit. Also pliers as you see fit.

A pry bar strong enough to get a fender out of a tire in case of a collision or a smaller pry bar and rely on your breaker bar or jack handle.

Wood in the form of 2x4 or similar to extend the reach of your jack, help with prying, give your jack something to sit on, or make a splint I guess.

A good strap for pulling someone or being pulled or possibly holding something together. Ratchet straps are also useful for many things.

Duct tape... Enough said there... Oh and some f#$in rope! And bailing wire.

A tire plug kit with fresh rubber cement (check that stuff every once in a while just in case). A way to inflate a tire is a plus but if you can find any filling station, house, or farm, then chances are you can find air.

A shovel and an axe or hatchet.

A spare belt. Replace your belt and zip tie your old one under the hood somewhere. You'll probably forget it's there unless you need it.

Fuses and fluids.

A flashlight and or lantern.

Some way to start a fire with something to eat and plenty to drink.

Emergency blankets and ponchos.

Medical supplies. Don't skimp and keep them somewhere close by that's obvious. An obvious medical bag strapped to your seat that's bright red or something could save your life. Think how do I stop bleeding, what do I do if someone is having an allergic reaction, what if someone is having chest pain, what if someone has really low blood sugar, etc.

A solar charger or power supply for your phone with appropriate cables.

Spare magazines... Because!

I'm sure I'm forgetting some stuff. I probably have more junk on my most times than I'll ever need. Oh well.
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KarmaKannon said: ↑

That looks pretty nice. Thanks for the heads up. I haven't had any issues with the jerky style plugs, but I'm always looking for better options. Not using rubber cement is a plus also.

Oh I didn't mention super glue but throw that one on the list. Good for sealing cuts and I've heard you can use it for a messed up tooth as a temporary filling of sorts. I mostly just use it to seal cuts or glue my fingernail down when it gets pulled up or so something finds its way under one.
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KarmaKannon, which desert; are you in or near SoCal? With your posts here and on another thread-- I think the one on whether to buy a 10k miles 1st gen w/o in-person inspection-- you've moved to the top tier of my forum favourites list. Glad to have you on the forum, MacGyver!

KarmaKannon · Jun 18, 2019

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KarmaKannon, which desert; are you in or near SoCal? With your posts here and on another thread-- I think the one on whether to buy a 10k miles 1st gen w/o in-person inspection-- you've moved to the top tier of my forum favourites list. Glad to have you on the forum, MacGyver!
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Nah I'm in Utah. I go out to our west desert just to the east of Bonneville.

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