Tools to take Camping....

[WildTexan]

I'm putting together a checklist of what I want to take on our trip to Colorado in a couple weeks, and I know I need to put together some kind of tool bag. I know its hard to predict what might happen, but what are the most common problems you guys have run into while camping where you needed tools? Any help is appreciated.

 

[Hiker Chick]

I carry a wrench that fits my hitch ball, an adjustable wrench, hammer, a few screw drivers, wire cutter/stripper, pliers, vise grips.

Tire pump.

And a large roll of duct tape.

Fortunately I so far haven't needed any of it.

Good luck with your trip. Happy trails!

 

[Shadow Catcher]

I take along an air pump for tires and eventually for the air shocks a torque wrench, inexpensive harbor freight, and socket set for wheel lugs.I also take along a VOM and set of fuses as well as spare LEDs. The ubiquitous duct tape a set a bungee cords and wire ties.

 

[WildTexan]

Thanks guys. Keep the ideas flowing. I'm putting together a small tool bag that will slip under the back seat of my truck. Probably not a bad idea to keep it in there permentaly.

 

[CliffinGA]

Wire stripper/cutter/crimper, electrical tape, mallet, adjustable wrench, electrical ties and stuff to change a tire and duct tape. I've had to rewire or repair lites on 2 different trips in the tear and the rest you can use just in case.
Cliff

 

[Woodbutcher-TNT]

I have a small bag I keep in the Teardrop at all times. Besides those things mentioned , I have hatchet ,doubles as a hammer. Fuses, razor knife, spring clamps and bungee cords. These I store inside my charcoal chimney in the tongue box.

 

[planovet]

And a large roll of duct tape.

 

[WildTexan]

Alright.....so my list looks like this so far:

1. Cresent Wrench
2. Wire Crimpers
3. All-in-One Tool
4. Silicone
5. WD-40
6. Duct Tape
7. Someone who knows what their doing

Does that just about cover it?

 

[CAJUN LADY-TNT]

I carry a tool kit I put together and it stays in my camper.

I've added a couple of things to the tool kit and upgraded to a hard plastic tool box. I think I like the bag style better for storing.

I also carry rope, electrical and pipe tape.

The duct tape came in very handy when I had a blowout (helped cover the gaping hole under the sink cabinet). I keep a couple of good flashlights in the camper.

 

[Wolffarmer]

I also carry some metric end wrenches, ball peen hammer, a good punch and chisel, pry bar, 3/8s ratchet and some sockets. One deep reach 11/15s socket to fit the nuts holding my spare tire on.

And one of those cross bar lug wrenches. Make sure it has the sized you really need.

And a little hacksaw.

Hacksaw for emergency

That has saved my bacon a time or two.

 

[Big Dan-TNT]

cell phone and credit card

 

[Goodwrench-SMB]

Lots of good ideals.....Having been a mechanic for 30 years I probably carry too much....haha
But add to it

Battery Jump Box / Air Compressor
Tire plug kit for those emergency fixes
Tire Pressure Gage

 

[Loader-TNT]

In addition to the items mentioned earlier, I carry a can of wheel bearing grease, extra wheel bearing and cap. You can actually store the spare wheel bearings in the can of grease.

 

[whitefishpoint]

I think about what I would need if, for what ever reason, my trailer construction started coming apart. And what I would need to be able to get it back home.

- electric screw driver/drill
- 1-5/8" drywall screws
- 2-1/2" drywall screws
- flattop screws
- chicken bands
- galvanized steel wire
- duct tape

I figure with the above I can fix any panels or anything that springs loose - whatever the reason.

 

[Wolffarmer]

In addition to what I posted earlier I also carry jumper cables. The set I have is some nice heavy long copper ones. I use them to start semi trucks and farm tractors. Should do for my Suzuki Vitara



Also a tow strap and several hunks of chain so I can hook it to almost anything. My good pocket knife. Often some electrical connections and extra wire and pliers. I also often take an extra set of front lock out hubs for my 4x4 encase one breaks when I am in the boonies.

sometime i might take a picture of my kit. I have been farming just about all my life and have fixed a mess of messed up things. Need to fix the grain combine in the morning so I can get back to harvesting.

Randy

 

[Gary and Cheri]

AAA card and a beverage

 

[Mightydog]

I'm told that I'm a Tool. My wife takes me camping.

Other than that, the last time we needed to fix something, we stopped by the local Walmart to pick up parts and tools.

 

[john warren-TNT]

lug wrtench for trailer tires.
hatchet for driving tent pegs, cutting small sticks, pulling tent pegs, whacking anything that needs whacking, defence against squirrel attack.
one leatherman multitool
small bow saw for cutting firewood
whiskey in case of snake bite
box of snakes in case there are none around.

 

[canned o minimum]

Since "I" do quite a bit of traveling in my VW, I carry LOTSA parts fer the car. Of course, I have lotsa tools fer the car that I can use on the TD if anything goes awry.

Duct tape is a "staple" with ANY handyman ! Elec. tape and connections.. hammer.. fire extinguisher..mini shovel..hatchet.

Jus to name a FEW

 

[Wolfscout]

In addition to what many others have said... I opt for changing the electric drill to my makita cordless drill and jig saw ( uses same battery). extra wire for 12v repairs. I've already had to do two fixes since I started building. grr.