One thing I do lack for in this life are tool boxes. Carry one in the TV, no ... two there! And you have to have something for all the camper bric-a-brac .. the crank handles for the roof and then the BAL stabilizers, ect, ect, ect. - To that end something like a plastic battery box, one that can be straped shut, especially if there's room to carry it on the tongue.
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I carry a basic tool box with:
a hammer, wrenches, adjustable wrench, screw drivers, electrical pliers, small pry bar, tape (duct, black, and painters tape), a little wire, fuses,extra bulbs for the camper, wire nuts, bolts & nuts, screws, silicone spray lube, and of course a couple bungee cords.
If all else fails the duct tape and bungee cord will get me to the store or home.
I got a complete 1/4 drive/3/8 drive socket set, metric and imperial wrench set, 4 screw drivers (2 philips, 2 slotted), one adjustable wrench, wire cutters, wire strippers/crimpers, set of torx bits, a 1/2 drive large breaker bar with socket to fit the trailers wheel lugs, plus some misc. things all in the TV toolbox..... I also have a box in the trailer with a small socket set, screwdriver with bits, utility knife, pliers, small hammer, wire cutter, wire stripper/crimper and a volt meter.. I also carry a roll of duct tape, 2 small tubes of silicone, about 3 ft of stick-on velcro and a 3ftx1ft roll of vinyl....
Most important thing to make sure have is a lug wrench that will fit the trailers lug nuts.... DON'T ASSUME the tire iron from your TV will fit....
As my tools have a way of walking off and never being seen again, last year bought a "Task Force" tool bag/kit from Lowes which has the basics (hammer, phillips/straight screwdriver, plyers, needlenose, adjustable wrench, tape measure, and a kit of assorted screws, wire, etc). As the tools are imprinted with "Task Force", if I see them outside of the kit (which has already happened), they get snatched and put back immediately. I have a separate ziplock in my 'water' tote with the ratchet/socket/extension for the water heater and anyone who touches that - faces death!
I've been trying to eliminate the legged tools by clearly organizing the 'home tools' in my shed - (easier said than done). Put a hook next to the propane fireplace propane tank for it's adjustable wrench - and have bought 3 in 10 years....grrrr.
My autos have the essential Black & Decker tool kits under the seats and thankfully no one but me know they are there. Each has a set of jumper cables, and a tire inflator and darned if one vehicle doesn't end up with two and another vehicle has none! (One is prettier than the other).
Have had to do gallon zip locks for my staple guns and the appropriate staples/brads as just having them in the organizer didn't work.
Phillips and slotted screwdrivers to fit the screws on our PUP and bikes, adjustable wrenches/nut drivers to fit the nuts, channel locks, assorted bungees, rope, utility knife, tie wraps, small air compressor, lug wrenches, duxseal sealing putty, needlenose pliers, diagonal cutters, fuses, bulbs for PUP lights, adjustable work light, towel/tarp, rag, duct tape, clamps/clothespins, drinking water/snacks for yourself and offspring; realization that you can't control everything no matter how hard you try, and sense of humor (what seems like an infuriating incident at the time can very well become a memory that brings raucous laughter to future generations; I know this all too well - remember that your temper tantrum might be captured on video and it's never flattering ;)).
I have a full second set of tools that are always in my truck. Being in the woods and something happens with no tools is never a good thing. I also carry a volt meter and AC tester (came in handy over fathers day at Rays Town to find a bad outlet for my fridge).
I agree 100% with Tonyride on the hanger. It holds what duct tape wont (hot exhaust, heavy bumper, ex). It will also help you get into your truck if you misplace the keys in the ignition and lock the doors.
Bass Pro plastic ammo box with the tools I will need to get home (if needed). When I first began PUP'in I was sure I had to have everything in the Craftsman catalog. Now I know that some basic tools like a pair of crescent wrenches, various pliers and various screw drivers will get me home. Of course we must have the ever valuable duct tape, and a wire hangar (really!).
Saves lots of weight and space to take what's reasonable and practical.
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