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at the risk of sounding extremely stupid, i would like to ask a question that will make me sound, uh, extremely stupid. i have a '47 wl. it has a toolbox. the toolbox is empty. what tools (and maybe a few minor parts) does the group think should be carried at all times? design my toolkit!
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Not a stupid question. I have a few things that, in my book, are a must.
1. Spark Plug wrench or socket (test it and make sure it works before you get stranded and find it doesn't work with the tight clearances, I had this happen once)
2. Spare plugs (wrapped in a rag to prevent breakage)
3. Flathead screw driver
4. a set of wrenches ranging from 1/4 to 7/8 inches (make sure it has a 1/2 and 9/16 inch wrench)
5. rag
6. proof of insurance
7. spare set of points
That is about all you can fit in there if you plan it right.
I am sure others can give you more advise, but I have always been able to fix anything so far.
Jim M.
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Stuff I like, in addition;
Duck tape (threaded- squish flat), thin guage -stainless steel wire, zip lock bag, loc-tite blue, lighter (few people smoke these days), nylon tape, extra fuses, master link, sealant grey 1104(elephant snot) -if I'm really far out I always carry a quart of oil & gas in alum camping canisters in bag. Pad everything out with rags if you can.Comment
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thanks guysComment
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I have to add to this now that I've read it again.
If you have to wire something up, covering wire with duck tape just makes it stronger. Like doing a muffler. Loctite needs to be set- torch it with lighter. Otherwise it can act like a lube.
ALSO! If you have room - a set of 6' lead wires w/ alligator clips. Jump a bike if you have to. We had 7 bikes and two cars with no leads once. Then you have to pull batteries etc. Leads make short work of the whole mess and can be stripped apart for by-pass wire if need be.Comment
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