Must Carry List

In order to make temporary repairs, take these items with you on every trip:

  • Flashlight
  • Jumper cables
  • Tire pressure gauge
  • 12V electric tire pump
  • Tire patch kit
  • Road flares / Triangles
  • Tool chest / Kit with
    • Adjustable wrench
    • Various types of screwdrivers
    • Hammer
    • Pliers
  • Duct tape for quick-fix repairs

Carry a few spare engine parts, especially for long trips. 

  • Fan/Alternator belts
  • Hoses or hose repair kits
  • Fuses
  • Oil
  • Various engine fluids
    • Power steering
    • Power brake
    • Coolant
    • Windshield washer
    • Transmission 
    • Distilled water

Bring along  

  • Leveling pads
  • Water Filter (household in line style)
  • Power Filter / Surge protection
  • Cable and telephone lines
  • Water hose (drinking water approved)

We like to also have

  • Latte machine
  • Collection of DVD's
  • Wine assortment
  • Good set of knives
  • Corkscrew
  • BBQ probe thermometer
  • Laptop computer and GPS receiver
 

Revised: August 29, 2005