>Say you were to drive your MG across the moon, or even West Texas for
>that matter. Tow trucks and LBC-friendly garages can't be counted on.
>You have a single, standard-sized Craftsman toolbox to take with you.
>What would YOU put in it for the trip and why?
Ratchet set, 3/8", sockets 3/8"-7/8", deep sockets, extensions, breaker bar
Combination box/open end wrenches, 1/4"-7/8"
Asst'd screwdrivers/nutdrivers -- get a kit
Adjustable wrench (Crescent)
Vise grip pliers
Slip-joint pliers
Needlenose pliers with wire cutter
Small hammer
Electrical test light
[I watched Al Moss fix a sabotaged electrical system at a GoF competition
in 10% the time of the next competitor, using little more than a test light]
Duct tape, on a small roll (reroll onto a toilet paper roll or similar)
Baling wire
Rocker cover gasket
Fan belt
Silicone sealer
Asst'd hose clamps
Hoses
Tuneup kit
(Put in boot)
Brake fluid
Gallon of water/antifreeze mixed 50%
Few quarts of oil
Leather work gloves
(Do before starting out)
Top off/change all fluids
Safety check -- lights, signals, wipers, pressure, brakes, etc.
Check/replace hoses
Lube chassis
(Keep with you)
Cellular phone (rent one!)
Warm sweatshirt--wind proof
Hat with visor
Credit card
Phone numbers of SOL's near route
Portable radio
Remember, the fluids and such can be purchased when you get to Texas; you
don't need to carry it all with you on the way out. Above all, keep a good
attitude and a lot of patience! sf
Stan Fickes If you want safe speed--buy safe speed--MG.
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Apple Computer, Inc. 1965 Sprite, daily commuter
(408) 974-7653 1957 Bel Air StWgn, wife's car
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