tools to carry

[flamedpop]

What kind of tools do you usually keep packed in the camper? I've been trying to make a list, but I don't want to pack my whole garage and don't want to be caught without something I need.

[SpeakEasy]

Let's see....In my tool kit I've got a vice-grip, a multi-end screwdriver, a crescent wrench, a pry-bar, a razor-blade knife, a hammer, a multi-meter, needle-nose pliers, some rubber gasket material, plastic tape, bungee cords, and of course, duct tape. I'm working from memory here, so I may have left something out. If I think of something else I'll post again.

[ForestCreature]

DH brings along a full set of sockets,wrenches and screw drivers. The camper tool box has an assortment of stuff. Pipe wrench (good for the propane tank) , pliers regular and needle nose, wire cutters, spare fuses, more screw drivers, duct tape (something everyone should have), a small tube of silicone caulking, super glue, foam weather sealer, thermo coupler, and a bunch of misc odds and ends I can't think of right now.
 
   My bungie cords have a rubbermaid container of their own...I think I've made a hobby of collecting them.

[tlhdoc]

I keep fuses, Teflon tape, Marine Goop, duct tape, PU light bulbs, electrical tape, plumbing tape, and the wrench and socket for the water heater in the PU.  The other tools I keep in the TV.  If I am camping I will have the TV there, so I don't carry duplicates in the camper.  In the TV I keep duct tape, wrenches, screwdrivers, gloves, hammer, cotter pins, wire, wire nuts, WD-40, silicone spray, etc.   There is more I just can't think of what else now.

[dee106]

 add:
 don't forget the duct tape!
   a candle/soap bar for those stuck and leaky zippers!:eyecrazy:
  canvas sewing kit
  long water proof matches or lighter
 

[afp]

Tie-wraps. Lowe's or Home Depot sell a cylinder shaped container with various lengths.

- screwdriver with interchangeable bits
- piece of flexible hose with hose clamps on either end. the hose has a large enough inside diameter to fit over my plumbing. I look at this as a emergency band-aid


I've picked up some extra tools at yard sales such as socket sets

[brainpause]

Somewhat of a tool...don't forget an air pump or compressor. When we go ATV'ing to far away places, I even carry a tank of air (though this is not necessary).

Larry

[Campaholics]

Add channel locks, hatchet, folding shovel (aka entrenching tool), waterless hand cleaner, some small hose clamps, and you are ready for anything.

Bob

[Skydivn Bill]

Add to all the above a torque wrench with a socket that fits the lug nuts on the wheels.  I read several horror stories on this board about wheels coming loose - PoPuP owner's manuals stress the importance of insuring that the nuts are properly torqued (usually when new, but if one were to take a wheel off...).  The torque wrench may be over kill, but what the heck...

Skydivn Bill
One DW
Kidz Gone

[tlhdoc]

Add to all the above a torque wrench with a socket that fits the lug nuts on the wheels. I read several horror stories on this board about wheels coming loose - PoPuP owner's manuals stress the importance of insuring that the nuts are properly torqued (usually when new, but if one were to take a wheel off...). The torque wrench may be over kill, but what the heck...
 

I do carry a torque wrench and sockets for my TV and PU.

[brainpause]

I do carry a torque wrench and sockets for my TV and PU.

I also carry a torque wrench and sockets, but not necessarily for popup or camping. They just happen to be in the toolbox. I can see how a good torque wrench would be a good idea, though, for checking the lugs.

Larry