tuxfan212

I need to get some tools for my Cherokee. I want to build a kit off of Harbor Freight but am not sure exactly what I need. Its "almost" strictly a DD so I dont need a ton of stuff. Space isnt a huge issue with my new false floor but money is. Basically I could probably spend maybe 50 bucks on it. I already have a few things but what would you guys reccomend me having. I already have a nice toolbox, some screwdrivers, 2 adjustable wrenches, half a set of 1/4 inch sockets and a ratchet, hex wrenches, a small 3 led flashlight, factory tire changing tools, and jumper cables. I am sure my father will give me some of duplicate tools as well.

superj

a set of fuses and spare bulbs. if its a daily then you don't need a lot of extra junk. does your jeep have any problems? all i carry in mine is a set of those ratcheting wrenches and a flashlight. if its more trouble then that, i call and have the wife bring what i need or bring the tow strap

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razor02097

Cherokee tool kit....

socket set includes spark plug socket and extensions
combo wrench set
hex wrench set
torx set
screwdrivers both types large, medium, small
small ball peen hammer
multi tool
vise grip tool (auto adjust is best)
needle nose pliers
wire cutter, stripper and crimp tool
wire ground terminals (to fix bad grounds)
electrical tape
Duct tape
Tire inflation tool (CO2 or electric pump)
tire patch kit (includes plugs and side wall bandaids)
valve cores and tool
tire iron (the OEM one isn't that good)
bailing wire (galvanized or some solid core wire)
jumper cables
fire extinguisher
gloves
flashlights (yes plural)
some sort of alert sign (in case hazard lights aren't working)


There is probably more but I just fired off what I could think of. Yes I know it is a lot but to be perfectly honest the road is sometimes harsher then the trails. At least you are more likely to get help on the trail. On the road people zoom by without batting an eye, or think you are a crazy lunatic that would kill them if they stopped to help.

BTW the more self sufficient you are with road side repairs the faster you can get home and the more you can save with tow bills.

caged

ratchet straps, mechanics wire and duct tape.

and CAA/AAA


too much to list in my kit, but this will red green you home.

tuxfan212

Thanks. I was definately going to get a good tire iron because the OEM one really stinks. Also I already carry enough fuses to refuse the entire jeep and also I keep an extra window crank because it really ticks me off that no auto stores sell them for my Jeep.

superj

man, that one long list, if you have to haul that much stuff to drive your jeep on the street, you might need to do some work to it. i drive mine all over hte place and only have my one set of ratchet wrenches (which i am thinking of taking out).

razor02097

I have used my tool kit twice. Once for tire repair and the other for when the CPS went bad.


It does not hurt to be prepared. Proper maintenance of a vehicle is important but you can't predict when and where you will break down can you?

superj

no, you cannot. i am just thinking of here where i live. i am not sure how ohio is, i have never been there, but here, if i drove with that much stuff i would never be able to carry golf clubs or anything like that.

when i go on trips, i take some tools though. here everything is close

clarkperez2334

In every road trip we had, I always make it sure that I bring my Cherokee tool kit with me.

Inside my kit are:

Drive ratchet
Socket extension
Metric Socket Set
Spark plug socket set
combo wrench
hex wrench
torx
screwdrivers
multi tool
vise grip tool
needle nose pliers
wire cutter
wire ground terminals
electrical tape
Duct tape
Tire inflation tool
tire patch kit
valve cores and tool
jumper cables
fire extinguisher
gloves
flashlights
alert sign

Black00XJ

Razor carries a smart set-up. If you want to ride in mine and it aint in the front, you'll be moving tools. But when SOMEONE breaks down on the trail with only a set of wrenches or cell phone to call home for a rope, theyre usually greatful to the person who has the 11 drawer mechanics box in the hatch.

Black00XJ

Wasnt trying to step on toes, just saying, we know what we do, we know what we build, we should prepeare for the worst. I went to get people home from the office in the snow bc they were stuck @ work. I packed food for 3 days and 6 blankets. You just never know

Tankerblade

It all depends on what your doing, i mean if its being used as a daily driver, not much is needed. but if your going out on the trail, its good to drag every tool imaginable. But thats just my thought

95Cherokee

IMO, the more tools, (within reason), the better, these aren't Toyota's.

And a cell phone is always good to have if you're stranded.

DUDE454

THIS!

http://www.winstufftoday.com/gear/to...ility-bar.html

It is real heavy for a tool though, probably counts as a sledge.