Wheeling necessities in NC

[AndrewHadji]

Excellent list and I agree, this is a good minimum. I would add fluids to this list as well as a way to put the fluids in (fluid pump, funnel, etc.)

My onboard tool collection has grown to the following. Can't tell you how many times I've lent a tool on the trail (or used them myself) lol.

I love how the koozie is "mandatory" tool

 

[Greenbean]

Hahaha, cool!

@GLTHFJ60

 

[izzyandsue]

And toilet paper, dont forget that.

I carry these, I save a lot on weight, those metal tools are too heavy

 

[slceso]

oh yeah, and on fire extinguishers:
All Burned Up

 

[GLTHFJ60]

TP, good call Izzy, always have TP and a shovel of some kind on hand.

Also, good call on the fire extinguisher Jason.


This is a really good list to get started with for what you should bring. This is the TLCA's inspection list, modified to include radios as an "evaluated item":

ONSC Vehicle Inspection Requirements – Olde North State Cruisers

 

[AndrewHadji]

oh yeah, and on fire extinguishers:
All Burned Up

ooooof.. no bueno.... :-(

 

[Greenbean]

Oh my!

 

[jdayment]

@sleepycruiser I will bring most things I carry on the trail with me on Sunday so you can kind of see what I fee are necessities for me I keep things simple but feel everything has a certain purpose and can see myself getting out of most things on my own what I have in my kit is basically what I rolled with in Africa so it literally has taken me to Timbuktu and back.

 

[RedHeadedStepChild]

I think "necessity" is a strong word.

1st Aid kit - I'm betting most people on the trail are NOT carrying one, but it should be the FIRST piece of kit you pack - you won't care about a winch if your kid is bleeding

Communications - This changes based on where your going and who your with, but at minimum someone should know where you're going and how long you'll be there.

Driver Training - better to avoid getting stuck than execute a recovery. Better to know how to be sympathetic to your vehicle than to have a ton of tools on hand for when you break.

A Good Shovel - can be used in a great many ways - digging out, building up, pooping trench, you name it

Don't spend a s*** load of money yet. Get some training. that will let you see what your vehicle can do BEFORE you drop a ton of coin on lifts and bumpers and sliders and....... It will also give you a feel for how you want to use the vehicle. Let that dictate your direction and what other equipment you might want. There are many things some of us see as needs that you may never need depending on how you plan to use your truck.
Take your time. Go on a few trips. See what others have and how they like it. Let the hobby unfold, it's different for all of us.


...and yes, bring toilet paper.

 

[sleepycruiser]

@sleepycruiser I will bring most things I carry on the trail with me on Sunday so you can kind of see what I fee are necessities for me I keep things simple but feel everything has a certain purpose and can see myself getting out of most things on my own what I have in my kit is basically what I rolled with in Africa so it literally has taken me to Timbuktu and back.

That would be great. @Greenbean is going to join as well.

 

[NCFJ]

This really has a whole lot to do with how hard you wheel and how well built your rig is for the type of wheeling you do. If you tend to push your equipment a little harder than it is built, you'll need more tools and more parts on board.

Otherwise, what @RedHeadedStepChild said

 

[JohnVee]

Spare fusible link. Getting bounced around any amount is not good for 20+yr old parts that will render you immobile if they shake loose. Also, main EFI fuse. Or learn which system you can steal a temporary spare from. I forgot so I bought an extra. And I like spending money on things that make me look like I know what I'm doing.

 

[slceso]

There are many things some of us see as needs that you may never need depending on how you plan to use your truck..

For instance I always carry 5x 5 gallon buckets, a siphon pump and @elkaholic s phone number with me wherever I go now.

 

[sleepycruiser]

5 - I'm always value shopping and landed on Viair 88p. If I did it again I would get the biggerest one they make that is 100% duty cycle. Someone will always air down and not have their own compressor, then you are airing up multiple trucks. It gets super hot since I am wantonly exceeding the duty cycle. Matter of time before it breaks or burns my truck down. I have a metal box I put it in to cool down.

What compressor would you recommend? Do I need a deflator as well?

 

[Greenbean]

Not gonna lie my ARB deflator makes quick and precise work when used.

 

[izzyandsue]

ARB or ARB-like deflator makes fast work, faster than cellulose integrated biodegradable tools (or little sticks). Inflator vary, I have the MV50 Chinese miracle. Vair makes some good ones too, will probably upgrade someday. Look in Amazon, tons of good info and reviews

 

[JohnVee]

I second the ARB/Currie/knockoff deflators. Your knees and hand will love you for it, but they'll really love the Staun deflators. 4 of them per pack; screws onto each stem and automatically deflates to a predetermined psi - pick a psi and and leave them adjusted for that pressure. That's the downside. The ARB-style lets you pick psi at will. Either type will shave an eternity off the time spent manually pressing in the valve stem. OR...you could use the $2 valve core removal tool and hope for the best.

I also have the MV50 that Izzy mentioned. Works well for me. Inexpensive and compact. Clamps onto the battery instead of plugging into the lighter. Run the engine for faster fills. Don't waste money on an inflator that isn't built for a truck. The $10-20 specials from Walmart will take 15 minutes for 15psi. Per tire.

 

[slceso]

I bought this one for ~$27.
Amazon.com: #1 4X4 EZ tire Deflator for Large offroad tires: Automotive

it works, but there is a snap ring that comes out of its machined groove on me all the time and allows overtravel of the outer barrel. It's enough to be frustrating. could just be the one I have. $15 more gets you ARB branded

have to be careful that you get the valve stem back in correctly so that it doesn't blow out when you disconnect the tool. I saw somebody do it before, then I did it last ride we went on. was lucky i found it. had to air back up before we got going.

on that note, probably good to have some extra valve stems, caps, and I have one of these just in case I pick up a nail or something:

Amazon.com: Slime 1034-A T-Handle Tire Plug Kit: Automotive

never used it, but apparently they work.

Also, everybody seems to like the Stauns for sure. looks like there are knockoffs of those too. dunno how well they work.

Amazon.com: EZdeflator Tire Deflator Kit Universal Adjustable, 4 Piece: Automotive

oh and this is my compressor.

Amazon.com: Viair 00088 88P Portable Air Compressor: Automotive

like I said, I can air up 2 trucks and it doesn't blow up, but she do get hot.

I can't remember what @pkniland has (I think a 400), but he said he is trading up to a larger one soon.

While on the subject. this is worth a watch

 

[JohnVee]

Yes, you have to be cautious when using the ARB-style deflator. Just remember that it is unscrewing the valve core and MUST screw it back in. Feel is very important here. I always make sure to press the screw rod in as I turn it, for every single turn when reseating the core. Use your left thumb on the end for pressure and twist the knurled knob with your right hand.

Walmart sells a Slime package of a small plastic box with a valve core tool, cores and some other crap for around $5. Can't find a link right now. I think it's a necessity if you're going to use a deflator that removes the core. Tire repair kit is another must have, especially if you have an air source. Fixing one beats changing one if it can be done in place.

 

[izzyandsue]

And with that in mind, a small tire repair kit WITH shrader valves and caps! This last Logans Run, an arrogant "expert" borrowed my tire deflator, and removed the deflator without reinserting the valve, valve went missing. Then he said "just put the plastic cap back on, will be fine".....