Essentials - list of items for your rig

Nice list!

I don't typically carry a hi-lift.

I think Kris mentioned an add on for the factory scissor jack that also works for recovery.

BKGM Jeepers said Nice list!   I don't typically carry a hi-lift.   I think Kris mentioned an add on for the factory scissor jack that also works for recovery.  

Plus, the valve stem "green box" is something valuable.  I think it's about 6 bucks

Any tool you might need that is specific to your vehicle. When I had my YJ I would carry a socket (36mm?) for the front axle and a star pattern socket for specific bolts. Also, Jeeps have a lot of torx bolts.

My 2 pesos.

buckallred said Following Brad's presentation today, I thought I would try to type out the items I remembered for my own shopping list. Please feel free to add items I forgot. MANDATORY: Tow strap Fire extinguisher (ABC rated, not a cheapie) Hi-lift jack Air compressor (Smittybuilt on Amazon, about $150) RECOMMENDED (i.e. could save your ass): Tire patch kit ($20, Autozone) (look for metal valve stem caps) Tool kit, basic (Costco) First aid kit (Costco) Spare D-rings Spare bolts/nuts Bottle jack Pitman arm (depending on your vehicle, if it is non-drop) 1/2 in socket wrench (extendible) with socket that fits your lug nuts Sleeping bag/blankets Epoxy kit (JB Weld?) Duct tape & electrical tape * ammo cans (.30 caliber?) or check eBay for Invicta watch boxes.

i had kept some notes, but this list is perfect. thank you! and thank you Brad! it was a great event 👍

Toilet paper is always nice to have as well.  Something often over looked but when stranded, nice to have.

Gregulator said Toilet paper is always nice to have as well.  Something often over looked but when stranded, nice to have.

baby wipes!

BKGM Jeepers said Nice list!   I don't typically carry a hi-lift.   I think Kris mentioned an add on for the factory scissor jack that also works for recovery.

I believe Kris was talking about the AEV Jack base ($60).  it raises the jack 3 1/2" and allows for tires up to 37".  This would replace the need to buy a bottle jack it seems

Gregulator said Toilet paper is always nice to have as well.  Something often over looked but when stranded, nice to have.

Definitely falls under the "could save your ass" category. . . .

Also mandatory is secure storage (IE tied down, heavy stuff wont hit you in a rollover).  You JK guys get all the good stuff in terms of secure storage.  I use a big metal box that gets held down with a cable but there are so many clean JK options for storage including drawer systems, ammo can racks, baja baskets, molle panels, cutout metal trunk expansions, etc.  No need to go $ crazy though as even a ratchet strap over some tool bags is plenty.

I have been running a big box for a few years now but I am moving towards unitizing everything into separate bags/boxes.  Here is a quick list to get you started, not exhaustive but a good starting point.  As you get to know your rig you will add to and refine what your bring.

Recovery Bag: Gloves, Straps, Tree saver, d-rings, jumper cables, etc.

Tool Bag: Basic tool kit (i run the 185 piece Husky Mechanics, $99 on sale, similar at costo/OSH), Various pliers, Hammer, screwdrivers

Items Mounted to Jeep itself: fire extinguisher, first aid kit, CB, shovel

Items in console/glovebox/under-seat: tire plug kit, sunscreen, bug spray, lighter/matches, knife, hand wipes, TP, portable air compressor

Parts bag: U-joints, u-joint straps, fan belt, tie-rod ends, fuses, bolts (control arms, track bars), duct tape, electrical tape, zip ties, JB Weld, bailing wire

"Spend the night in the woods" bag: dealers choice

If you are looking for a portable compressor on a budget, check out the Superflow MV 50. ~$60  Tiny but miles ahead of the similar harbor freight units in terms of durability.  Low Range offroad always does sales with them.  7 years on mine and it has been passed onto another rig.

kris_olof said Also mandatory is secure storage (IE tied down, heavy stuff wont hit you in a rollover).  You JK guys get all the good stuff in terms of secure storage.  I use a big metal box that gets held down with a cable but there are so many clean JK options for storage including drawer systems, ammo can racks, baja baskets, molle panels, cutout metal trunk expansions, etc.  No need to go $ crazy though as even a ratchet strap over some tool bags is plenty. I have been running a big box for a few years now but I am moving towards unitizing everything into separate bags/boxes.  Here is a quick list to get you started, not exhaustive but a good starting point.  As you get to know your rig you will add to and refine what your bring. Recovery Bag: Gloves, Straps, Tree saver, d-rings, jumper cables, etc. Tool Bag: Basic tool kit (i run the 185 piece Husky Mechanics, $99 on sale, similar at costo/OSH), Various pliers, Hammer, screwdrivers Items Mounted to Jeep itself: fire extinguisher, first aid kit, CB, shovel Items in console/glovebox/under-seat: tire plug kit, sunscreen, bug spray, lighter/matches, knife, hand wipes, TP, portable air compressor Parts bag: U-joints, u-joint straps, fan belt, tie-rod ends, fuses, bolts (control arms, track bars), duct tape, electrical tape, zip ties, JB Weld, bailing wire "Spend the night in the woods" bag: dealers choice   If you are looking for a portable compressor on a budget, check out the Superflow MV 50. ~$60  Tiny but miles ahead of the similar harbor freight units in terms of durability.  Low Range offroad always does sales with them.  7 years on mine and it has been passed onto another rig.

this is great stuff!  keep it coming everyone 👍

kris_olof said Recovery Bag: Gloves, Straps, Tree saver, d-rings, jumper cables, etc.

Several companies (Warn, Smittybuilt etc) sell these types of bags that are "ready to go" with various accessories. Quick math indicates they are kind of a ripoff. I am going to assemble my own.

RECOVERY BAG ITEMS:

1) a decent bag for $9: http://www.gearxs.com/gym-bag-24-x-18-x-15-in-3-colors

2) ARB tire deflator: http://www.amazon.com/ARB-ARB505-E-Z-Deflator/dp/B004LQCDOA?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

Also, here's the Smittybuilt air compressor: http://www.amazon.com/Smittybilt-2781-5-65-Universal-Compressor/dp/B004K25GMG?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01

buckallred said

Several companies (Warn, Smittybuilt etc) sell these types of bags that are "ready to go" with various accessories. Quick math indicates they are kind of a ripoff. I am going to assemble my own.

RECOVERY BAG ITEMS:

1) a decent bag for $9: http://www.gearxs.com/gym-bag-24-x-18-x-15-in-3-colors

I was going to mention that harbor-freight and home depot both have $9 tool bags (12"😉 but it appears that the smittybuilt "vehicle recovery and winch accessory kit" uses a smittybuilt branded version of the same bag.

Sells for $109 (before tax) and Includes:

-Bag ($9)

-3"? 20ft? tow strap ($30+ depending on brand)

-D-ring ($12+ depending on brand)

-Short 6ft Chain ($30 but i would carry a tree saver and skip the chain)

-Gloves ($3+ depending on quality)

-Snatch Block ($29+ depending on brand)

Total comes out at about $113 so no real $ reason to go with their kit.  Their gloves are crap so I say build your own with at least better quality gloves, longer strap, and multiple D-rings.

If you are trying to go with American Made then the only bags I have found other than some contractor tool bags are from Blue Ridge Overland Gear.  Their Recovery bag is pretty cool with loops on the outside to hold D-rings and a pocket for the snatch block.  I bought a tool bag and lantern holder from them and it is all quality stuff.

Have you guys found anything else american made?

sportsmansguide.com and cheaperthandirt.com always have odd military surplus items (some USA, some eastern europe etc) that are pretty cool:

https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/product/french-canvas-shoulder-bag-measures-12-x-8-x-4-bag-489-001.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=Search

https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/product/vism-range-bag-13x866x8-doctor-style-bag-pvc-black-cv2905-814108013172.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=Search

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/guide-gear-large-boat-bag?a=1177653

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/guide-gear-dry-bag-duffel?a=1677988

I carry Standard hand tools (generally 2x of everything) 35mm socket, torx bits, vice grips big and small, crescents big and small, slip joints large and small, obd2 scan tool/data reader logger, road flares, sometimes Some air tools, breaker bars, Cheater bar/pipe for the breaker bars, replacement hub, u joints, replacement engine drive belt, spark plugs, tire rod end hi lift jack, bottle jack, axe, shovel (full size and small), machete, Bow saw, rifle and ammunition, rachet straps, 2 extra 12 volt batteries, on board welder, welder mask, welder gloves,  On board air, 20+ feet of real air hose, tarp, towels, tow straps, d rings/ recovery attachments, Some wire and extra fuses, jumper cables, some extra air fittings, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, stove w/ fuel, cold weather sleeping bag, jackets/sweaters, rain gear,   extra shoes, gloves, gear oil, water, sometimes gas, sometimes oil,  Cash, hammer, mallet, bungees, gloves, silicon, epoxy, jb weld, sometimes Bondic plastic weld, spray paint, duct tape, zip ties, rope, tire patch kit, tire valve stems, tire air gauge, valve stem valves and tool,  tow hitch, That's all I can think of currently

I would like to get a water filtration system and up my extra bolts, washers, nuts, rubber hose selection

scoped said I carry Standard hand tools (generally 2x of everything) 35mm socket, torx bits, vice grips big and small, crescents big and small, slip joints large and small, obd2 scan tool/data reader logger, road flares, sometimes Some air tools, breaker bars, Cheater bar/pipe for the breaker bars, replacement hub, u joints, replacement engine drive belt, spark plugs, tire rod end hi lift jack, bottle jack, axe, shovel (full size and small), machete, Bow saw, rifle and ammunition, rachet straps, 2 extra 12 volt batteries, on board welder, welder mask, welder gloves,  On board air, 20+ feet of real air hose, tarp, towels, tow straps, d rings/ recovery attachments, Some wire and extra fuses, jumper cables, some extra air fittings, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, stove w/ fuel, cold weather sleeping bag, jackets/sweaters, rain gear,   extra shoes, gloves, gear oil, water, sometimes gas, sometimes oil,  Cash, hammer, mallet, bungees, gloves, silicon, epoxy, jb weld, sometimes Bondic plastic weld, spray paint, duct tape, zip ties, rope, tire patch kit, tire valve stems, tire air gauge, valve stem valves and tool,  tow hitch, That's all I can think of currently

You wouldn't know it by looking, but John actually has a 10 inch lift on his Jeep! 😀

I have a question, I haven't run the Rubicon or Fordyce or any other tough trails like that yet, and I also haven't been broken on a trail (yet).  I hear some of you talk about past breakages and getting parts off of others.  So my question is... what is the accepted practice when needing help with parts from others on the trail?  My assumption is I would need to buy the part from whomever is offering it

scoped said I carry Standard hand tools (generally 2x of everything) 35mm socket, torx bits, vice grips big and small, crescents big and small, slip joints large and small, obd2 scan tool/data reader logger, road flares, sometimes Some air tools, breaker bars, Cheater bar/pipe for the breaker bars, replacement hub, u joints, replacement engine drive belt, spark plugs, tire rod end hi lift jack, bottle jack, axe, shovel (full size and small), machete, Bow saw, rifle and ammunition, rachet straps, 2 extra 12 volt batteries, on board welder, welder mask, welder gloves,  On board air, 20+ feet of real air hose, tarp, towels, tow straps, d rings/ recovery attachments, Some wire and extra fuses, jumper cables, some extra air fittings, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, stove w/ fuel, cold weather sleeping bag, jackets/sweaters, rain gear,   extra shoes, gloves, gear oil, water, sometimes gas, sometimes oil,  Cash, hammer, mallet, bungees, gloves, silicon, epoxy, jb weld, sometimes Bondic plastic weld, spray paint, duct tape, zip ties, rope, tire patch kit, tire valve stems, tire air gauge, valve stem valves and tool,  tow hitch, That's all I can think of currently I would like to get a water filtration system and up my extra bolts, washers, nuts, rubber hose selection

You definitely forgot flushable butt wipes. . .

davesjk said I have a question, I haven't run the Rubicon or Fordyce or any other tough trails like that yet, and I also haven't been broken on a trail (yet).  I hear some of you talk about past breakages and getting parts off of others.  So my question is... what is the accepted practice when needing help with parts from others on the trail?  My assumption is I would need to buy the part from whomever is offering it

This brings up a good point...

Carry cash! (not too much though 🙂 )

If something does break an no one in your group has the part, but someone else on the trail does, make them an offer.

If another club member has the part everyone is usually pretty flexible as long as you pay them at some point.

I just ask that you replace my part.  I would prefer not getting cash

that answers my question.  thanks kevin, and brad

$5 at Autozone - metal valve stem caps:

Those shoes... perfect for the trail. 👏

Give this spammer the boot!💣