Tools and recovery

Alright, since i now have a 4x4 trd off road i will no longer be a co-pilot on trail riding and will be running em in my own vehicle. With that being said, my truck is stock (lift and tire) so I would imagine I'll definately need recovery gear at aome point and it seems that people who are serious about off roading have a few must have tools. So if y'all would be so kind as to kinda show this noob, and any others that are curious about the same thing, some good gear and ways to stow the gear.

 

So many options.....probably some sort of tow strap, a way to hook a strap to your truck, like a d-ring hitch insert for the rear. Maybe some traction ramps, great for self extraction out of mud, snow etc. Maxtrax are the best, but there are off brands too. you may air down tires, so you may need some sort of air compressor. MV-50 style is a good budget one. more will chime in I am sure congrats on the new rig

http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&ke...vptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_1z98gm98fr_b

 

The link is great...seems like Amazon has a since of humor for people buying gear to get out of mud/snow/sand...recovery gear and and ankle/knee braces in the same results lol

 

You'll be tempted to get a high lift jack - but there's really no where to jack from on a stock truck. If you want to use it for recovery, you can use this:

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/b...rKTrByH5I8Zx3rMXqsbsDelPKhd_f56-wnhoCmrHw_wcB

But it's useless for changing a tire.

Bring big pieces of wood - like 2x8s a couple feet long, varying sizes, to sit on the soft/uneven under the truck in case you have to use your stock jack to change a tire.

Tire repair kit.

Water and snacks, and protective clothes in case you get stuck and end up "out there" longer than you planned.

 

There've been some really good and complete lists of equipment posted here, if you search a bit, you'll find some better lists that folks have put together thoughtfully.

 

It's really common to get "large" shackles. But take a look at your stock factory recovery point. (make sure you're looking at the recovery point, which is BOLTED on, not the little tie down loop that's tack-welded. It's not nearly as strong) Make sure that you get a shackle that's small enough to fit into that - otherwise you won't be able to connect to your (or someone elses) recovery strap.

 

I did a quick search for what i entitled this thread and didn't come up with a lot so i decided to start this for those who wish to share can and those searching for "Tools and Recovery" will hopefully have a helpful thread to read through. I do need to get some gear though. Trying to follow the motto of "Be Prepared"

 

wrenches, lube, ratchet straps, snatch straps, highlift, traction boards, winch, air compressor, tire patch kit, gas cans, water, food, block of wood, spare parts, tie rods, wheel bearings, coolent, engine oil, spare cv axle, tree saver, d-rings, recovery points, floor jack, first aid, emergency sleeping bag, shovel, axle, hatchet, knife, zip ties, rope, washers, bolts, electric impact, brake fluid...

I have all that and more in my truck at all times.

 

Also for got a CB radio and FRS radios. compass, maps, handheld backpacking gps

 

Where do the passengers sit lol your definitely prepared for anything and there's a wish list on Amazon and puretacoma growing lol

 

something to jump your battery. A life straw. flashlight. batteries, jb weld, extra wire,

 

I have two tool boxes in the bed. A large one for parts and big tools and a small one for wrenches. Food, water, first aid, sleeping bag are behind the seats. straps under the seats

 

Leer cap over bed, platform inside cap, plastic containers under platform.

 

All my camping gear is in the trailer so that helps

 

"All" except your spare tire, solar panel, awning, Jerry can, second set of MAXTRAX cleats, and whatever camping gear is in your SHELL!

 

Who says tacomaworld puts a hurtin on the bank account...Mademan925 alone has my wallet threatening to bitch slap me lol nice set up

 

I did win build of the year 2014 & 2015. So im probably not the norm on here.

 

Sweet! Well, i think that somewhat sums up a goal (for myself at least) now to find stepping stones lol

 

Anybody have any experience using one of these?

$72 TRACGRABBER Tire Traction Device for Trucks & Large SUVs, Set of 2 -Made in The USA, Anti Skid Emergency Tire Straps to Get Unstuck from Snow, Mud, & Sand -Snow Traction Mat or Tire Chain Alternative

http://www.amazon.com/Trac-Grabber-...=UTF8&qid=1460674862&sr=8-6&keywords=max+trax

Much cheaper than maxtracks, but probably less effective....anyway, just curious if anyone's used it

 

Yep. I have them for my wife jeep Cherokee. The AT tires suck in the deep snow. Those have gotten us out.