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Essential tools in your truck

Discussion in 'General Tacoma Talk' started by Texio, Oct 5, 2011.

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  1. Apr 23, 2013 at 11:53 AM
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  2. Apr 23, 2013 at 12:02 PM
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    chipnoreo

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    Small rachet set (up to 1/2" and 18mm) augmented with other tools I use a lot-pliers, small vise grips, adjustable wrench
    Flashlights
    Recovery gear
    tow gear
    tie downs
    Various knives
    First aid kit
    jumper cables
    toyota jack kit (useless with my lift...)
    atlas of alaska


    Stashed all over my access cab.
     
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  3. Apr 23, 2013 at 12:19 PM
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    The most important thing you need in the truck, a windows 98se disc. You never know when a computer from 1997 is going need to be rebooted.
     
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  4. Apr 23, 2013 at 1:53 PM
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    I have:
    Jumper Cables
    Adjustable wrench
    Allen wrenchs
    Screwdrivers
    Bolt Cutters
    Machete
    Pocket knife
    Gloves
    Tow Straps
    Maglite
    Sleeping Bag

    Everything has come in handy at some time or another but one thing that needs to be added to the list is a folding shovel.
     
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  5. Apr 23, 2013 at 2:01 PM
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    http://www.sears.com/bikemaster-17-...ockType=G3&PDP_REDIRECT=false&s_tnt=41486:3:0

    This Bikemaster tool roll I have fits right into the space with the stock jack in that little compartment. Nice little kit. The lid closes just fine with it in there, could probably fit a socket rail in there also, or just loose sockets.

    Cruztools makes several nice compact tool rolls also. Sears has them available along with Craftsman tool rolls.

    BMW motorcycle has a superb compact kit, but pricey. I like the motorcycle kits because they're designed to give you the most bang while taking up little space and weight.
     
    monkeyface, Apr 23, 2013
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  6. May 4, 2013 at 10:38 PM
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    Always on lighter output, Any Time On Fog lights, rear 12v outlet, 4 additional D-Rings, Plasti-Dipped Side Steps, Satoshi Color Matched Grill, Dash light swap, Dome light and map light, Under hood light, Back up light/Bed Light, Diff Breather relocation, Cubby Combo Lock, Ammo Cans Mounted in bed
    subd
     
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  7. May 4, 2013 at 11:04 PM
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    I have-
    2 flashlights
    Leatherman Supertool
    1 swiss army issue axe
    1 pair bolt cutters
    First aid kit
    fire extinguisher
    mechanix gloves
    1 gal water
    tow strap
    lots of lighters
    flares
    jumper cables

    I want to make a lockable shovel mount for the bed
     
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  8. May 4, 2013 at 11:14 PM
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    I have these

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    In this

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    Mounted here

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    With a Fiskars axe and an ARB recovery strap

    I also have a battery jump kit on the other side plus a folding saw , shovel and rain gear
     
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  9. May 4, 2013 at 11:34 PM
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    Couple of knives.
    Couple of flashlights.
    First Aid/emergency rations kit.
    AAA card.
    Cellphone.
     
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  10. May 5, 2013 at 6:48 PM
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    in back of acces cab: rain coat, gloves, window deicer, first aid kit, flashlight
    in glovebox, tire gauge, pen, paperpad, hat light, dispoable cam.
    toolbox: tow straps with U bolts, tow hitch, toolbox of all tools needed, flares, jumper cable, safety vest, gal of windsheld fuild,
     
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  11. May 24, 2013 at 7:16 PM
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    Craftsman mechanics tool set (small box)
    Precision screw driver set
    Woodsmans pal
    Coldsteel shovel (great great shovel!)
    LED lantern
    Letherman wave
    Torch lighter
    Lifestraw water filter
    Leather gloves
    Tow straps
    Cargo straps
    Rope
    JB Weld
    Goggles

    This is all in the stock storage areas in the DC.

    Eventually I'll add a box in the bed w/ a set of 19.2v craftsmen tools. Drill, reciprocating saw, impact wrench, etc.
     
    BZP56, May 24, 2013
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  12. May 24, 2013 at 7:24 PM
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    Ratchet straps
    Tire snakes plug kit
    Drive/socket/hammer/screw driver kit
    Ruger .357 magnum and box of ammo
     
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  13. May 24, 2013 at 7:28 PM
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    Toilet Paper,
    Air compressor,
    ARB plug kit,
    Basic Craftsman tool kit,
    Knife,
    Leatherman,
    Flashlight,
    Chains,
    Ratchet straps,
    Fire Extinguisher,

    This is what I typically have in my tool box.
     
    BillJC, May 24, 2013
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  14. Mar 7, 2017 at 6:02 PM
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    looking to again revamp what tools and how i store them in the truck and got me wondering...

    what tools do you carry in your truck?

    what do you use as storage?

    what "essential tools" should be included in your truck arsenal?

    goal is to keep weight to a minimum while covering as many repairs as you can....


    i had tool boxes held within a chest in my bed originally then ditched the bed storage and moved my tools into bags and kept them on the floor behind the front seats (access cab)...i then got a kolbalt mini tool box with 3-drawer and top storage that fits behind the passenger seat....as well as a kolbalt mechanic's socket set

    thinking about doing a tool inventory and utilizing some atlas 45 roll bags to hang from the headrest and a bag or two for impact gun and electrical items...

    my current setup is fucking heavy and can use some cleansing of "non-essential" tools...
     
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  15. Mar 7, 2017 at 7:38 PM
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    Here's my list:

    1) Air Compressor
    2) Motorcycle tie downs & misc bungees
    3) 1/2" Breaker Bar
    4) 1/2" Impact Socket with Spline lug adapter
    5) Set of deep metric sockets/ratchet
    6) Adjustable wrench
    7) Set of pliers
    8) Set of screw drivers
    9) Disposable and mechanix gloves
    10) Standard Tacoma tire kit
    11) Tire plug repair kit
    12) Spare valve stem cores and caps
    13) High output flashlight

    I keep the straps and bungees in a 50 cal ammo can and the rest of the tools in a plastic Craftsman toolbox. They all fit nicely behind my seat. I like to keep it light, if I need more than what I have I'm having a real bad day.
     
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  16. Mar 7, 2017 at 8:15 PM
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    That closely resembles my tool kit. Here's a few other handy things I have.
    -a tyvek coverall
    -a heavy duty waxed canvas 4'x4' tarp for laying on or laying over.
    -good 3/8" nylon braided rope
    -TAPE
    -copper anti-seize
    -serpentine belt
    "prevention is better than a cure"

    I always keep one of the back seats flat and use some 2 gallon Rubbermaid containers and Canvas zipper bags, W Durable Goods or Klein.
     
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  17. Mar 7, 2017 at 8:17 PM
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    -Gun
    -Backup gun
    -Rope
    -Duct tape
    -Shovel
     
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  18. Mar 7, 2017 at 8:21 PM
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    Clorox, rubber gloves and ice pick
     
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  19. Mar 7, 2017 at 9:11 PM
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    ICI Magnum front bumer Rigid LED lighting OME lift 285/70 Nitto Exos 17" Fuel Hostage TRD Exhaust TonnauPro Cover Oil Catch Can Tint Pioneer Nav system Sound System LED lighting Euro headlights Paint
    Keep it all in a truck box

    -Dewalt 1/4 & 3/8 socket set deep and shallow
    -16oz hammer
    -Flat head and Phillips Screw drivers
    -Line wrench set
    -Needle nose, Side Cutters, and Channel Locks
    -Punch
    -1/2" 18" breaker bar with 1/2"-3/8" adapter
    -random Impact sockets
    -Latex Gloves
    -Jumper Cables
    -10,000lb tow strap
    -500lb ratchet straps x2
    -WD40 or Silicone Spray
    -Lithium Grease
     
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  20. Mar 8, 2017 at 1:04 AM
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    I used to carry a complete set to do most anything .

    They are still in the Truck the 2 wrench`s I use the most are 11/16" and 3/4"

    Now I carry my AAA card and have Towing and Road service .

    Quite different if your way off the beaten path in my case those days are over
     
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