OKibblewhite Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 Good afternoon all. New to TR6 ownership, but not to classic cars... I was wondering what people carry around in the boot as their Everyday Tool Kit and what parts they've got to hand at all times? What would you pack for a longer trip (100+ miles)? So far I've got: Wheel Brace, Jack, and spare wheel. Set of Imperial/Metric spanners. Spark Plugs, spanner, feeler gauges. Dizzy Rotor. Nuts and Bolts bag from TRGB. Fluids (Oil,coolant,Brake/Clutch). Misc wire and crimps. Fuel additive. A bit of hose to bridge the heater matrix out of the system in the event of a leak/blown hose. Fuses. I'd welcome any other suggestions or recommendations. Pictures always a plus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Lindsay Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 I knew there was an old thread somewhere about on the same subject; have a read at this one and feel free to add anything we've missed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NonMember Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 When I had my first car - Mk1 Vitesse saloon - I used to carry my whole tool kit. Mostly, though, that was because I was in a shared house with no garage or any good place to store anything. These days I have a lot more tools, some rather large, and three Triumphs. They mostly have only the most minimal stuff in the boot - jack, wheel brace, spare wheel. One of them has some spanners and a metal rod, but that's because of a specific fuel tank problem that I need to fix properly. If I'm going on a long drive, say 2000 miles round Britain in a weekend, then I'll obviously pack a few more spares. I see Colin has posted a link to the useful discussion... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Lewis Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 gaffer tape for the missus Pete 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badwolf Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 Dare we ask how you use it, or is that a different web site??!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougbgt6 Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 mobile phone and insurance recovery details. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppyman Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 25 minutes ago, Pete Lewis said: gaffer tape for the missus Pete Missus, gaffer tape next me..... Tony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Lewis Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 if i explained you would all need some tablets best part of a day with friends was a hic up with lunch ordered 4 got 3 , that didnt help either much but the manager gave us 4 cream tea's as good will . that was lovely pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Clark Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 Getting us quickly back on track... In addition to the basic tool kit, I carry a gallon can of petrol in the boot of my TR6. Why? Because the PI fuel pump will suck air or cavitate if the tank drops much below a quarter full. Then the engine starts to splutter. It's all too easy on a long trip to let the fuel tank run a bit low. The spare gallon of petrol can be very useful for a PI Triumph. Nigel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Lewis Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 i just carry a length of wire pliers blade and posi screwdriver 7/16 1/2 9/16 af spanners small roll of soft wire , spare fuses in the fuse box a copy of insurance and contact numbers points to replace the electronic , spare bulb pack gloves tin of wine gums have confidence you will never need anything you dont need a giant box of tools for a get you home roadside repair , if its that bad ring for recovery pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrapman Posted July 30, 2020 Report Share Posted July 30, 2020 I have an ice cream tub with a small selection of PI spares that moves between the injected cars. injectors, PRV, set of MU seals, one way valves. Another small pot with a spare electronic ignition and original points and condensor. Spare wheel nut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Lindsay Posted July 31, 2020 Report Share Posted July 31, 2020 I fill the spare wheel with spares; rubber gloves, cable ties, insulating and gaffer tape, a length of rope, a couple of screwdrivers and spanners - adjustable are good as they can fit a multiple of sizes, and booster cables - mostly just general stuff to get me home rather than specialised repairs. Some form of groundsheet to lie on too, as these things usually happen when you're not in your garage attire. If you put it all in a plastic tub you can use that for carrying water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppyman Posted July 31, 2020 Report Share Posted July 31, 2020 16 hours ago, Pete Lewis said: have confidence you will never need anything pete That only works Pete if you have a box of spares in the car.....I emptied the boot on my Dolly to finish off rustproofing...... Then went out for a run a few days after. I said to my mate after the car promptly broke down that i needed my workbench. Why he said? You can guess the rest. Tony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD Posted July 31, 2020 Report Share Posted July 31, 2020 I showed my boot in your other thread, 'full' of PI kit. But I want to be able to tour in it too, Classic Le Mans etc., so to avoid luggage interfering with the Pi, I have this 'false floor' that bolts over it. It also carries a charging point to keep my lap top going, as I like to down load pics rom the camera daily to edit them. As to touring tools and spares No wheel brace, or spare wheel! Instead a can of sealent/inflator, and a short prayer that there won't be a BIG hole! No fluids - there are service stations every few miles, even in the wilds of France, that stock all these. Small set of sockets and spanners, 7/16 to 5/8" Multimeter and jumper leads - small ones for low amperage rewiring. Some fuses. Pliers, 'Mole' wrench, screwdrivers, large and small. A tow rope. It's 'elastic' and contracts to a short length when not in use, has a fixed limit to streching, hooks each end. A HI-VIZ WAISTCOAT. Compulsory in France and elsewhere, as is the warning triangle. But a little reassuring if you have to work on the car at the road side. All these are in a metal flight case that sits on the right, retained by the green bungy strap. If your plugs, rotor arms, hoses, ect are in any way suspect, CHANGE THEM BEFORE YOU GO! Some time before you go, so you can test them first. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Lewis Posted July 31, 2020 Report Share Posted July 31, 2020 Visi Jacket or waistcoat Yes Got one . actually got two very important in any car these days of dippy drivers aiming at you, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Lindsay Posted July 31, 2020 Report Share Posted July 31, 2020 Remember that you only need the things you don't bring. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpitFire6 Posted August 1, 2020 Report Share Posted August 1, 2020 (edited) AA & RAC membership. Tin of tyre weld. All the fluids. Bars leak. Euro first aid kit. Li ion power pack to start the engine, normally used for somebody else. Means to charge the phone. PS. CPS & TPS sensor. Fan belt. Panasonic Toughbook for ECU that is NOT left in the car. Edited August 1, 2020 by SpitFire6 PS 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppyman Posted August 1, 2020 Report Share Posted August 1, 2020 1 hour ago, SpitFire6 said: AA & RAC membership. Tin of tyre weld. All the fluids. Bars leak. Euro first aid kit. Li ion power pack to start the engine, normally used for somebody else. Means to charge the phone. PS. CPS & TPS sensor. Fan belt. Panasonic Toughbook for ECU that is NOT left in the car. You forgot the baby oil Iain..... Tony. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpitFire6 Posted August 1, 2020 Report Share Posted August 1, 2020 5 minutes ago, poppyman said: You forgot the baby oil Iain..... Tony. Last time I broke down when my homemade thermostat system broke down. I sat in the dark in a cul-de-sac waiting for the AA to transport me home. I was lucky enough to watch two young Lesbians doing their thing in the kitchen. If I had some baby oil I might have knocked on the window with my best smile. My cell phone was nearly flat hence no pictures, unfortunately. Just good memories from December 2018. But yes baby oil is a good hydraulic fluid. If it gets cold, sunflower is better. Always have phone power. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted August 19, 2020 Report Share Posted August 19, 2020 decent jack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahebron Posted August 20, 2020 Report Share Posted August 20, 2020 Its not one of my Triumphs but for the last 3 months since I have been back at work I have a pair of MGF seats for my Vitesse in the back of my VW Amarok as I have no space for them in the garage at present. Adrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted August 20, 2020 Report Share Posted August 20, 2020 22 hours ago, hugh said: decent jack And I carry a "folding" axle stand. Sometimes a ply board if I think I may need it on soft ground. (no way will I go under a car unless at least one axle stand is present, although 2 wheels/tyres stacked suffice) When I did a lot of 12 car rallies a length of scaffold bar was handy for any bent panels, used that a few times, only once on my car though. As to spare stuff, I always carry a tub with assorted nuts/setscrews/wire/fuses/hose clips etc etc. And some coat-hanger type wire, useful for all sorts of things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 20, 2020 Report Share Posted August 20, 2020 Clive, IIRC, you have forgotten one of your main items................ the faithful cable tie, well not just one !! Regards. Richard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted August 20, 2020 Report Share Posted August 20, 2020 36 minutes ago, classiclife said: Clive, IIRC, you have forgotten one of your main items................ the faithful cable tie, well not just one !! Regards. Richard Though everybody carried a selection of them. And a roll of gaffa tape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Lindsay Posted August 20, 2020 Report Share Posted August 20, 2020 2 minutes ago, clive said: Though everybody carried a selection of them. And a roll of gaffa tape. Add WD40 and you have the entire toolset. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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