Practical emergency gear to store in your Tacoma

I know Wales fairly well, my mom lives in Monmouth.

 

I know


Just kidding. I actually hardly know anybody in this area; I spend most of the week at work, and when I'm not there I'm usually working around my house instead

 

In the cab of the truck: Phone chargers (Droid/iPhone), 12v > USB adapter, first aid kit, shop towels, boots, socks, poop bags, Kleenex, sunglasses, pens, neighboring state maps, plastic grocery bags, zip ties, de-ice spray, tire pressure gauge, lighter (2), flashlight, bungees, ratchet straps, CB (and SSB) radio installed, spare CB radio and Mag antenna (for throwing in a friend's car on convoys), 30rd Glock mag, pistol safe, ax.

In my GHB: socks, hoodie, hat, warm gloves, underwear, 15rd Glock mag, 6 rd LCP mag, crank radio, charging cable (to charge a phone from crank radio), power bank/stick/block (whatever you call em), phone charging cord (droid), AC > usb adapter, flash drive, small first aid kit, tylenol, pepto, backpacking stove/fuel/pot, pop-tarts, cliff bars, electrolyte tabs, LifeStraw filter/bag, pedialite powder, wet wipes, TP, hand sanitizer, eye drops, toothbrush, lighter (2), headlamp, firestarter, duct tape, super glue, hammock rainfly, emergency blanket (2), emergency sleeping bag, paracord, hot hands (4), multitool, pen

In my "camping box" in the bed: mallet, duct tape, paracord, bellows, starter log, lighter, 12v fan, suction cup handle, hammock, hammock straps, emergency blanket, trowel, camp suds, biodegradable wet wipes, wet wipes, REI camp towel (2), garbage bags, hot hands, multimeter, leather gloves.

Things I need to add after reading this thread: Pint of Bourbon

 

Damn

 

Only if you like Bourbon. Vodka, Rum, Tequila, etc. all work equally well depending on your persuasion.

Of course, that close to Kentucky, bourbon is pretty much mandatory.

 

Is that the answer you gave her when she asked about them

 

I was thinking about this subject and wanted to add something.

I bought a headlamp from Amazon last year (currently unavailable), and it has really come in handy. I have not had to do any emergency roadside repairs at night, but having a hands free directional light source would be invaluable.

This is the one I carry, it cost $9 - some Amazon special sale.

https://www.amazon.ca/Adjustable-Headlamps-CREE-T6-Flashlight/dp/B00RT9VKW2



I would imagine many people are already aware how good this type of light is, but if not- it really is useful.

FWIW

 

Something you might not think about, but may want to consider:

Chem-lights. (Glow-sticks)

I keep a bunch in my glove box and use them more than you would think.

Power’s out? Kids walking around at night? Kids bored in the back seat on a road trip? Walking a dark-colored dog? Wanna go streaking and make sure everyone notices?

Chem-lights.

 

Phone, water, shovel, jack, spare tire, always have a pair of good shoes.

 

I am probably much more basic than most. Plus, I think carrying around a bunch of tools is just wasted space. I carry for emergencies:
Swiss Army Knife
Small Multi Tool
Full Roll Duct Tape
20' Paracord
Tow Strap
A few clean rags
Jumper Cables
A few Chem Lights
Hand Sanitizer

Everything but the jumper cables can fit in the cenyer console with room to spare. The jumper cables fit under rear seat. Some of you guys must have two hundred pounds of stuff!

Emergencies are just that.. who knows what it will be? Trying to carry everything for every emergency is silly. For example, carrying a big tool kit to change a part like an axle. Well, are you carrying a spare axle? Having tools but no axle is just useless lol.
Now takes rags as another example. With a few rags I can:
Turn them into bandages
Wipe a butt
Large wound dressing
Make a sling
Clean my glasses
Protection from sun
Padding for a makeshift splint
Make a small sack for carrying items
And countless other things

Countless uses for duct tape.
Countless uses for paracord.

That's what I mean by basic. Sure, it's not perfect but my kit can do a lot with a little!

 

12v fridge
200w of solar panels
2 Trojan T105s
600w DC inverter
HF transceiver
Air compressor
Magnesium fire starter and bag of dryer lint
Alcohol stove
Tire plug kit
Jumper cables
Tool box
Tow straps
Tarps
Gas can
Bungees
TP
Bandaids
Folding chair
10mm glock

 

Looking for a suggestion on a portable compressor... I don't want anything big and I would like to hear from people who have used them with regularity.

Thanks!

 

Viair 400P auto is what I have.

Very happy with it.

 

Got two or three in each vehicle

 

Something not a lot of people mentioned and something I'm thankful for in real world.

Flint and steel

 

Have meant to add this and contribute. Ill post a pic after the weekend (its packed in the truck cubbies and I dont wanna unpack tonight.

3 day assault Bag
Screwdrivers
Wrench
Pliers
Duct tape flat rolled
Electrical tape
Zip ties
Super glue
Whiskey
Lighters
Emergency Ponchos
Space blankets
Wool Blanket
Canteens
Water purification tabs
Bungee
Water
Carabiners
Fuses
Fish hooks
Headlamp
Batteries for lamp
Knives
Folding Shovel
Multitool/Gerber
Rope
Tow strap
Tent stakes
Breathing masks
Rags
First aid kit
Hose piece
Funnel
Phone charger
Food ( 2x MRE )
Towel
Warming layers ( waterproofed )
Hat
Spare shoes
Change of clothes
Wp bag
Toilet paper (wp)
Babywipes
Fire starting kit
Titanium boil cup
Titanium spork
Paper maps
Trash bag
Benadryl
Jumper cables
NOCO jump starter
Knot guide
Book
Cards
Leather Gloves
Air compressor
Gun
Hygiene (toothbrush/paste, deodarant, shampoo)
8x10 tarp

 

Whats a "Fiah hook"? Just kidding! looks like a comprehensive list and I look forward to seeing how you store/stash it all.

 

Good call.
Yeah I owe the pics. Will take/show tomorrow!

 

When offroad, I also carry a SPOT PLB or other satellite unit, but anywhere you drive, at least keep an old working cellphone with cig lighter plug in the truck (it can still call 911, even without a wireless subscription).