What's in your Jeep tool kit?

WJCO said:
I always charge the tool batteries ahead of time. I've had to use the tools on the trail and have yet to have a scenario where they were run long enough to need a recharge. However I do carry the charger with me in the event it is needed and run a 1000W inverter. I have yet to use it to recharge batteries though. I have used it for other things though.

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Do you have the inverter wired directly to the battery? And what type of things have you powered with it? Does the Jeep need to be running when you use it?


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8mm ratcheting wrench (driveshafts)
19mm on breaker bar
Deep socket set, 3/8"
Shallow socket set, 3/8"
13/16 and 7/8 1/2" for control arms
Pro Eagle jack
Fuel line disconnects
Pipe cutter
JB Weld
BFH made from a railroad bolt and DOM
Spare yokes
Spare 1350 U-joints
Spare hose clamps
Spare e-fan
Clutch fan
Spare injector set
Thermostat
Hand tools for tire beads
Patch kit
S**t ton of zipties
Duct Tape
Beer
 
whispike said:
Do you have the inverter wired directly to the battery? And what type of things have you powered with it? Does the Jeep need to be running when you use it?


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Yes. So what I did was ran 4 gauge wire all the way to the back of the Jeep with a circuit breaker at the battery. So I can turn the whole rear system on/off easily. The inverter is wired to that. When the rear system is on, the engine does not need to be running however, if I'm running a coffee pot, I start the engine just to be safe (coffee pot draws like 750 amps or so). I have used that inverter for that small coffee pot, grinders, drills, charging phones/tablets, etc.

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HighwayTrout said:
Sharkey. How long can you run your fridge off the Yeti alone?
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I haven't tried to run it dry, but I have run it for a weekend camping trip with no issues. If I hop in the Jeep to cruise around exploring I typically switch the ARB back over to the Jeep.

The Yeti is far from a perfect solution. It is heavy and takes up room. My first one actually failed (electronics went bad) on me at the beginning of a 3 day trip with Eddie, Adam, and some other Wayalifers. Fortunately my Jeep battery held up fine for the remainder of the trip or I would have been an unhappy camper...literally.

Goal Zero was great and they sent me out a new battery. When that didn't fix the issue, they sent me out a new case/electronics. It was the inverter that failed. Also, for some reason the ARB won't run off the Goal Zerio's 12 volt plug. You have to use the 110 on the Yeti. I think that issue is on the ARB side, not the Yeti's.

Having used it for a couple of years now, I think the better use of money is to buy a good aftermarket battery (like the Odyssey linked in the Wayalife online Amazon shopping links) and, if possible, to run dual batteries. The Goal Zero works great for charging laptops, tools, phones, and for running other smaller draw 12 volt lights and such. I'm just not sure I trust it anymore as the primary way to keep my food cold. I still use it sometimes though as it works well for a base camp power source for the ARB if you are completely unloading the Jeep.
 
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Jeep Wheeling Bag

Overdue for building a dedicated tool bag for wheeling, decided now's the time.

Have discussed it with friends, reviewed different forums, and collected a bunch of inputs. I've thrown it into an Excel workbook you can download and play with. Filter by category, add/remove items, change prices...it'll give you a Wheeling Bag total, as well as total by category.
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So, if you're thinking about your own bag, perhaps want some ideas, feel free to retrieve and play with it. System won't let me upload it, so I've made it available via OneDrive, here.

Cheers!
 
Great thread JeepFan; just finished reading through it. Some great ideas here and also noticed something things I don't carry but probably should.
 
jtpedersen said:
So, if you're thinking about your own bag, perhaps want some ideas, feel free to retrieve and play with it. System won't let me upload it, so I've made it available via OneDrive, here.

Cheers!
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This is great, thanks for sharing all the work. My problem is figuring out how to carry the hand tools in a way that I can find them when I need them. I started with a surplus army tool bag and now everything is just thrown in there. Sockets and torque bits jump out of their holders and are loose in the bottom of the bag, etc. There has to be a better way. I’d love to see what everyone is doing to keep a list like this organized.


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Steve Williams said:
This is great, thanks for sharing all the work. My problem is figuring out how to carry the hand tools in a way that I can find them when I need them. I started with a surplus army tool bag and now everything is just thrown in there. Sockets and torque bits jump out of their holders and are loose in the bottom of the bag, etc. There has to be a better way. I’d love to see what everyone is doing to keep a list like this organized.


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This is what I have switched to. IMG_1606.JPGIMG_1607.JPG


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The fun thing about a 2 door is that every time you pack it, repack it or have to use a tool you get to play the puzzle game of “how the hell did I get this to fit into that”[emoji23]


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Sorry if this has been talked about, but I think I want to start carrying a chainsaw with me, but they take up so much room. Anyone else carry one? Have you found one that’s easy to stow away?


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A good hiking or forestry axe along with a folding saw can get a lot of work done. Plus you don't need to keep batteries charged and they're more compact. I bring my Gransfors Bruks Wildlife Hatchet on camping and wheeling trips. Haven't had the need to bring my Stihl chainsaw, however I plan to buy a larger axe just because.
 
Kenthejeepguy said:
Sorry if this has been talked about, but I think I want to start carrying a chainsaw with me, but they take up so much room. Anyone else carry one? Have you found one that’s easy to stow away?


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I carry one, you can see it here in this thread, post here: https://wayalife.com/showthread.php...-Jeep-tool-kit?p=763677&viewfull=1#post763677

I only started carrying one because of one time on a trail a huge tree had fallen across the trail and we had to turn around. A chainsaw would have allowed us to get through. However since I bought it, I haven't had to use it on the trail. I store the gas can and oil in the storage case as well. I purposefully left it in the Jeep the entire first Winter, and in the Spring it started right up (that stabilizer works).

But if you just want something for general survival or emergency, a chainsaw really isn't necessary. When I backpack in the winter, I carry a large survival knife and folding saw. With those two items, I've been able to cut down several small trees, process wood, and keep a fire going all night regardless of the snow depth. Similar to what Jackal01 stated.
 
WJCO said:
I carry one, you can see it here in this thread, post here: https://wayalife.com/showthread.php...-Jeep-tool-kit?p=763677&viewfull=1#post763677

I only started carrying one because of one time on a trail a huge tree had fallen across the trail and we had to turn around. A chainsaw would have allowed us to get through. However since I bought it, I haven't had to use it on the trail. I store the gas can and oil in the storage case as well. I purposefully left it in the Jeep the entire first Winter, and in the Spring it started right up (that stabilizer works).

But if you just want something for general survival or emergency, a chainsaw really isn't necessary. When I backpack in the winter, I carry a large survival knife and folding saw. With those two items, I've been able to cut down several small trees, process wood, and keep a fire going all night regardless of the snow depth. Similar to what Jackal01 stated.
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I will say if I had the space for a chainsaw I would bring it no doubt. But the MS271 with 20" bar is a big sombitch so it stays home.
 
A chainsaw is definitely something I would like to carry. Might look into getting one sometime in spring. Every time I've gone out to LBL I have had to turn around due to trees blocking a trail.


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Stihl makes a nice "climbing" saw for 1 handed use. I forget model number as I'm on the road and it's not with me. Was a little expensive (300ish I think) but it's small and lightweight and as all Stihl saws is quality.

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Kenthejeepguy said:
Sorry if this has been talked about, but I think I want to start carrying a chainsaw with me, but they take up so much room. Anyone else carry one? Have you found one that’s easy to stow away?


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WJCO said:
I carry one, you can see it here in this thread, post here: https://wayalife.com/showthread.php...-Jeep-tool-kit?p=763677&viewfull=1#post763677

I only started carrying one because of one time on a trail a huge tree had fallen across the trail and we had to turn around. A chainsaw would have allowed us to get through. However since I bought it, I haven't had to use it on the trail. I store the gas can and oil in the storage case as well. I purposefully left it in the Jeep the entire first Winter, and in the Spring it started right up (that stabilizer works).

But if you just want something for general survival or emergency, a chainsaw really isn't necessary. When I backpack in the winter, I carry a large survival knife and folding saw. With those two items, I've been able to cut down several small trees, process wood, and keep a fire going all night regardless of the snow depth. Similar to what Jackal01 stated.
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TrainWreck618 said:
A chainsaw is definitely something I would like to carry. Might look into getting one sometime in spring. Every time I've gone out to LBL I have had to turn around due to trees blocking a trail.


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What about something like this? Pocket Chainsaw with Paracord Handle 36 Inches 16 Teeth Long Chain Hand Saw Fast Wood & Tree Cutting Emergency Survival Gear Best for Camping Backpacking Hiking Hunting. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075JFPZZY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_NUBHAb73WP42N

I use to have one a remember it being really easy to cut large pieces with it. I now carry a Gerber machete with a saw back and a small camping hatchet.


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WJCO said:
I carry one, you can see it here in this thread, post here: https://wayalife.com/showthread.php...-Jeep-tool-kit?p=763677&viewfull=1#post763677

I only started carrying one because of one time on a trail a huge tree had fallen across the trail and we had to turn around. A chainsaw would have allowed us to get through. However since I bought it, I haven't had to use it on the trail. I store the gas can and oil in the storage case as well. I purposefully left it in the Jeep the entire first Winter, and in the Spring it started right up (that stabilizer works).

But if you just want something for general survival or emergency, a chainsaw really isn't necessary. When I backpack in the winter, I carry a large survival knife and folding saw. With those two items, I've been able to cut down several small trees, process wood, and keep a fire going all night regardless of the snow depth. Similar to what Jackal01 stated.
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Thanks I’ll study what you’ve got. This last summer I had to turn around 4 times for 18-24” trees down. Small ones I’ve been able to winch out of the way, or just go over if their on the ground. My regular Stihl is just too big for a camping/Jeeping trip.


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