Gone Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Having read a post where someone luckily had a tree saw to help a stranded motorhome owner, got me wondering. Now i carry the simple tools, but what would people think is Essential in their tool kit for travelling? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KontikiKid Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Nothing fancy, just a few spanners, screw drivers, hammer etc then the more unusual stuff is a spade, tree loppers and a good saw. Russ 1 Quote Online blog and travels, although sometimes there is a lack of travel due to work! It's an uncharted sea, it's an unopened door but you've got to reach out and you've got to explore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WispMan Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Everything you may need incl a multimeter plus a few things you might not need. But no saw! 1 Quote Graham Unless otherwise stated all posts are my personal opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gone Posted June 14, 2016 Author Share Posted June 14, 2016 Everything you may need incl a multimeter plus a few things you might not need. But no saw! yeah he got me on that one. Mine has usual screwdrivers etc and the must have cable ties, gaffer tape and self healing tape for hose leaks etc. .......but def no saw! well got a hack saw does that count lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PR1 Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Having read a post where someone luckily had a tree saw to help a stranded motorhome owner, got me wondering. Now i carry the simple tools, but what would people think is Essential in their tool kit for travelling? That really made me laugh out loud! Land Rover owners carry all sorts! Spanners in the common sizes, Duck tape, screwdrivers, mini socket set, security nut & socket removal set, torque wrench, multi meter, wd40, 3 in 1 oil! Mini hand winch, assorted ropes, all stored under the boot tray round the spare wheel! Oh, and a tree saw and secateurs! Probably more, but enjoying a glass of wine in a very grey south of France 1 Quote 2019 Bailey Platinum (640) Phoenix from Chipping Sodbury caravans, towed by our 2017 my Discovery Sport! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wunny Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 There's the jack, large adjustable spanner, gas cylinder spanner,Mole Grips, Gas pliers, wire strippers,wire cutters,long nose pliers, hammers - ballpein, claw & club, socket set, torque wrench, 'Duck' tape, soldering iron, solder, multimeter and last but not least the towball attachable hand winch, which also works with a drill attachment http://inspirebte. yuku. com/topic/544/Tow-Ball-winch 2 Quote Bailey Orion News & Information - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gone Posted June 14, 2016 Author Share Posted June 14, 2016 whats the capacity of that hand winch BTW? That could be a rather handy tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexbee Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 I have one of these in the back of my Landcruiser. Used it once to drag a transit van out of a ditch / soft verge. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumdrop Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Very little nowadays; multimeter, couple of screwdrivers, good large adjustable. Caravan insurance. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlnorthwood Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Multi-tools with saw attachments and pliers are very useful also a set of Allen keys for those pesky bicycle saddle adjustments. Always have some gaffa tape and insulation tape. Pocket multimeter and small screwdrivers. Also to change the car light bulbs I need a Torx screwdriver to remove the cover. Spare european heavy duty plugs are good as spares when having to use grotty French hookups! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wunny Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 whats the capacity of that hand winch BTW? That could be a rather handy tool. 500kg info here http://www. bak-rak. com/winch-rak. htm distributor :http://www. wilmond. co. uk/?route=information/information&information_id=15http:// My list should have included my Swiss Army knife Quote Bailey Orion News & Information - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tandem Man Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 (edited) 500kg info here http://www. bak-rak. com/winch-rak. htm distributor :http://www. wilmond. co. uk/?route=information/information&information_id=15http:// My list should have included my Swiss Army knife You call that a Swiss Army Knife ? This is a Swiss Army Knife. Ian Edited June 14, 2016 by Tandem Man 2 Quote The Bailey Unicorn Cadiz 3 Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumdrop Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 500kg info here http://www. bak-rak. com/winch-rak. htm distributor :http://www. wilmond. co. uk/?route=information/information&information_id=15http:// My list should have included my Swiss Army knife Which model is the Swiss Army Knife? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wunny Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Which model is the Swiss Army Knife? Mine as shown is the Swiss Champ. https://www. victorinox. com/uk/en/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/Medium-Pocket-Knives/c/SAK_MediumPocketKnives Quote Bailey Orion News & Information - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipbroker Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 (edited) Telephone number of Mayday. Geoff Ps and loads of fuses. Edited June 14, 2016 by shipbroker 1 Quote Kia Sorento KX-1 CRDI 4WD towing an Elddis Affinity 530 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ribs99 Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 I also have the Swiss Champ which my wife bought me a few years back, I keep it in my pocket and it comes everywhere with me. I also have a little Stanley FatMax keyring tape measure which also comes in handy: https://www. amazon. co. uk/Stanley-FatMax-Keyring-Tape-2m-Deals-XMS14TAPE2/dp/B00O49A5IU 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Coachman Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 I keep a small star screwdriver in the cupboard for fixing the TV onto the swivel mount, a gas spanner hooked inside the gas locker and apart from that very little, just a screwdriver and pliers. The jack and wheel key are kept away in the back of the van just in case and I do carry a torque wrench in the car for checking the wheel studs. I do a lot of preventative maintenance so I don't have to work whilst on holiday LOL 1 Quote 2017 Mercedes Benz 220 CLS AMG design Shooting Brake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milkymarsh Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Large rubber mallet, tape, electric screwdriver and a couple of spanners. Not forgetting a decent torch. The rubber mallet came in very handy this Easter as I had to hammer screwpegs into the hardstanding in the middle of the storm, so it's become my tool of choice for this year. Also doubles up as a beer bottle stand as its just the right width for one of the French stubbie bottles. ... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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