Important Things YOU Need To Keep In Your Truck

What tools should you carry in your truck? If you're 100% not sure, this is for you.

The following items are in no particular order because they are all most important at the moment you need them:

Tools:

• Misc. wrenches
• Flat and Philips head screwdrivers
• 3' pry bar
• Adjustable crescent-style wrench
• Pliers (regular, side cutter, needle nose)
• 3lb hammer
• Vice grip style locking pliers
• Flashlight

Securement:

• Cargo traps (always try to have at least six available)
• Smaller ratchet straps
• Nylon zip ties
• Rubber/bungee cords
• Duct tape

Consumable shop items:

• Spare fuses in all sizes
• White lithium grease
• PB penetrating spray
• Tubes of heavy grease with a spatula to apply to the dry 5th wheel
• Dish soap for squeegee head at truck stops

Comfort:

• An extra blanket or sleeping bag
• Warm hat/gloves
• Food
• Water

Misc:

• Chalk to mark tandem holes when adjusting weight
• Air gauge for tire valves
• Depth gauge for tread depth
• Kitty litter for traction or fluid spills
• A rod or stick to wedge between the service brake and seat that will press the brake pedal (assist in locating any leaks in air brakes)
• Broom or cordless leaf blower to clean trailers.

It may seem like a lot to carry, but everything on this list will keep you rolling, safe, or comfortable-ESPECIALLY if you break down. Being broken down on the side of the road in extreme weather not only sucks but can be downright dangerous!

Drive safely this winter.

 

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