I would add:
fuel pump
points and condenser or ignition module if electronic
generator or alternator (depending on car)
Lenny Seidman
Joe Curry wrote:
> That and the following:
>
> Spare Distributor
> Nylon Cable Ties
> Bungie cords
> Full set of open/box end wrenches from 3/8 to 11/16"
> Sunscreen
> Assorted screwdrivers
> Hammer
> Pliers (Regular and channel lock)
> Cell Phone
> AAA card
>
> That about covers it!
>
> Joe
>
> Jeff McNeal wrote:
> >
> > Hi listers. I'm getting ready to begin assembling a toolbox for permanent
> > residency in the boot of my Spitfire. Having had the recent experience of
> > conking out past dark (loose battery connection was all, thank goodness!),
> > I've decided that I don't want to do much more driving by the seat of my
> > pants without a well stocked, yet efficient set of tools for roadside
> > emergencies. Other than a well-inflated spare tire and cell phone, what
> > would you suggest as mandatory contents for your road-ready toolkit?
> >
> > Here's what I plan on taking:
> >
> > 1. Spare fanbelt
> > 2. Duct tape
> > 3. Scissors jack (looking for a folding crank handle if anyone has a spare)
> > 4. Halon fire extinguisher
> > 5. Quart of oil
> > 6. Large crescent wrench
> > 7. 11/16" open ended wrench
> > 8. 4 lb Lead hammer (I have knockoffs)
> > 9. Flashlight
> > 10. A short length of fuel line hose, heater hose and radiator hose
> > 11. Hose clamps
> > 12. Screwdriver
> > 13. A tube of that putty stuff that hardens like steel
> > 14. Road flares
> > 15. Small Voltage meter
> > 16. Spare Fuses
> > 17. Small spool of zip cord
> > 18. Automobile Club membership card (for towing)
> > 19. Empty aluminum can
> > 20. Scissors
> > 21. Pocket knife
> > 22. Tire repair kit
> > 23. Portable 12v inflater
> >
> > Any other items that I should carry to (hopefully) be prepared on the road?
> > TIA
> >
> > Best wishes,
> >
> > Jeff in San Diego
> >
> > '67 RHD Spitfire Mk3 aka "Mrs. Jones"
> > Jeff's Classic '67 Spitfire Mk3 site
> > http://www.ohms.com/spitfire/spitfire.shtml
> > home of the NEW Totally Triumph Auction
> > "By Triumph enthusiasts, for Triumph enthusiasts"
> > http://www.ohms.com/cgi-bin/TRauction.cgi
> >
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Lenny Seidman
Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, USA
email: lseidman@erols.com
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