| daoust | -- 04-12-2012 @ 9:52 AM |
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I often hear or read about the importance of keeping spare parts handy in the car (especially things like flexible fuel lines) in case you encounter problems on the road. Being a rookie, my question to you veterans is....which parts do you feel like it is most important to always keep spares on hand? David Daoust
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| supereal | -- 04-12-2012 @ 10:21 AM |
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The number and type of spares is usually determined by the extent of the trip. In my "everyday" road kit I take a spare condenser which I outfitted with a pair of clip leads, a roll of 3M "33" black tape, and a smnall roll of duct tape. I also have a spare inline fuel filter. For long tours, I add a spare distributor and a set of belts, plus a set of spark plugs and a small volt/ohmeter. Of course, a pair of pliers, a waterpump pliers, and an assortment of wrenches and screwdrivers is included. Over the years, I haven't had to use many of these items, but they certainly make you feel better. I carry flatbed insurance coverage in the event I can't fix the problem, along with my trusty cell phone. Doing extensive repairing, such as a timing gear, etc, can be done in the field, but I don't do it. In my opinion, extensive repairs are best left to a more appropriate place and time.
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| Old Henry | -- 04-12-2012 @ 8:34 PM |
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My list pretty much tells the story of everything I've had fail that I wouldn't want to be without if it did again. PARTS: Condenser Hose Clamps 16 gauge wire Bulbs Spare Inner Tube (Needed two on the Pike's Peak trip) Selection of carb jets (mostly for Pike's Peak) High Tension coil wire to test coil Coil TOOLS: My entire tool box plus: Test light Multimeter 16 ga. jumper wires (with allegator clips on each end) Remote Starter Switch Laser Thermometer Timing Light Tow Strap Jumper Cables Fender Covers (for working on engine) California Duster Fire Extinguisher Electric Tire Pump SUPPLIES; Quart of oil CD2 Lead Additive Techron Marvel Mystery Oil ZDDP 1 gal. water All of that stuff is kept in an army surplus metal ammo box to keep from just spreading throughout the trunk. AND: Most important of all: AAA Plus (tows 100 miles) fully paid up! Old Henry (The older I get, the better old looks.) This message was edited by Old Henry on 4-13-12 @ 2:42 PM
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| TomO | -- 04-13-2012 @ 7:29 AM |
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I carry a full set of tools, sockets from 3/16" to 1 1/4", combination wrenches from 1/4" to 7/8", adjustable wrench, pliers, water pump pliers, locking pliers and various screwdrivers. Also a multimeter, a 6 volt trouble light, grease gun, small oil can, tape, electrical wire, baling wire and a small selection of nuts and bolts. I also have a spare coil, distributor, voltage regulator, fuel pump, generator, carburetor and water pumps. The carburetor, generator and water pumps fit under my back seat. The other more common used parts fit in a bucket in the trunk. Over the 25+ years, I have used the distributor, fuel pump,voltage regulator, water pump and coil and condenser on my car. I am very concerned about being left dead on the road or having one of my friends being left dead, so I am in favor ov over kill. My water pump failure was 15 miles from home on a rebuild water pump that had been installed just 2 days before. The shaft froze to the bushing. Tom
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| deluxe40 | -- 04-13-2012 @ 10:54 AM |
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One thing I have used that I don't see listed above is a current roster of Early Ford V8 Club members. When my '40 engine developed a hole in a cylinder wall I was able to call a member who graciously let me leave my car at his home for a couple of weeks until I could pick it up. Things I have used in 30 years and about 30K miles of V8 touring are: Carburetors (2) - two floats developed leaks. Distributors (3) - points closed (1), rotor shredded (1), unknown (1). Coils (I lost count until I discovered Skip Haney. No problem since). Generator/Regulator (1 failure, changed both) Lower Radiator hose (expanded in heat and rubbed through by fan) Flat Tire (1) Water Pump (1) Champion H10C plugs (new set failed after 1000 miles) Transmission (broke a tooth on a bump - made it home OK) In all but two cases (the engine and the plugs) I had the spare parts necessary to make the repairs. Also, I should note that I started out in an unrestored car with few parts new or rebuilt (I was younger back in '82).
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| tommorookian | -- 04-14-2012 @ 4:34 AM |
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A couple things extra, A funnel, fuses, wood chocks, at least one jackstand, fan belt, fuel filter, bailing wire, wire nuts and OH YEAH, FLASHLIGHT!
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| fla48 | -- 04-14-2012 @ 6:37 PM |
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Do not forget a spare fuel line unless you have one of the newer ones with a check valve. This new gasoline eats up most regular fuel lines after a while.
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