ebinmaine 67,497 #1 Posted October 28, 2021 I want to put together a small travel tool kit from the assortment of extra tools I have between the two workshops. Something I would bring to all tractor related events and likely leave it semi-permanently behind the seat of the truck. I have a small toolbox that measures something like five or six wide by 20 long and I figured that would be the perfect little vessel. Given the limited space of the dimensions above what would you put in it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,874 #2 Posted October 28, 2021 EB I use a heavy duty latch top tote. Holding all the necessary items like straps, tie downs, jack, tools etc. in the bed of the pickup. I do have a cover over the bed and a strap across to keep it up against the tailgate. I will on occasion need the bed space and have to take it out. it was a left over from my side by side riding days. You may need your bed open all the time and in that case won't work for you. I had some old flat tool boxes, (under the seat style), but the newer trucks are not configured to accept them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,116 #3 Posted October 28, 2021 Sockets, wrenches, 12V test light, needle nose, visegrips, multimeter, spark tester, multibit screwdriver. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,321 #4 Posted October 28, 2021 Eric: I have something similar I keep in the garage. It is the pull out tray from an old Craftsman tool box. Here is what is in it... One HF reversable tip screwdriver - 4 bits, large and small Phillips and large and small flat blade - self storing. One each 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, and 9/16 inch combination box and open wrenches One small adjustable wrench One medium adjustable wrench One spark plug socket - old style with the external hex on top - works with adjustable wrench One needle nose pliers One small cutting pliers One small multimeter One small tape measure One small hammer One set of fractional Allen Wrenches That covers most fixes & repairs - I keep the 5/8 deep socket and 1/2" ratchet and the other sockets in the house. Hope that helps. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cafoose 3,355 #5 Posted October 28, 2021 3 minutes ago, JoeM said: I do have a cover over the bed and a strap across to keep it up against the tailgate. I will on occasion need the bed space and have to take it out. I do the same with this and it came in handy many times : 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,874 #6 Posted October 28, 2021 You may want to ask BBT what she prefers? 1 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #7 Posted October 28, 2021 Don't make it too heavy for her to carry. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,321 #8 Posted October 28, 2021 Rattle cans - GOT to leave room for red rattle cans ..... 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,116 #9 Posted October 28, 2021 35 minutes ago, JoeM said: You may want to ask BBT what she prefers? 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,876 #10 Posted October 28, 2021 30 minutes ago, cafoose said: I do the same with this and it came in handy many times : I typically have one of these, or something similar with me as well. Long road trips get the multimeter, deep well impact socket sets, battery powered impact, hammer, etc. as well. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maxwell-8 4,275 #11 Posted October 28, 2021 My in car toolbox is pretty complete, and I use it quite often. People know I carry tools on the road and had to use it mutliple times to get people back on the road. Oh yeah, what you do, don't forget to put a WH sticker on there! Fuses, wrenches, screwdrivers, compressor, jumpbox, ducktape, wire and pliers are the things I have used the most. 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maxwell-8 4,275 #12 Posted October 28, 2021 (edited) Oh, and I always trow in a trash bag. for when I have to do some work on my knees or back, to prevent me from getting dirty and or wet. Edited October 28, 2021 by Maxwell-8 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,572 #13 Posted October 28, 2021 I have some thing real similar to this in my truck at all times. Plus a couple of spark plug sockets and a multi meter. 18yrs, 4 trucks, same tool kit and meter. https://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/H-706/Tool-Sets/121-Piece-Home-Tool-Set?pricode=WB0075&gadtype=pla&id=H-706&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI64uLrIDt8wIV7ObjBx2g0wAKEAQYAyABEgJccPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,321 #14 Posted October 28, 2021 (edited) I forgot one item I keep in the truck - an old moving blanket that I have had for 40 plus years. Mulitfuctional - wrap up delicate or noisy items, load heavy items on it, pull them out easily, and as Maxwell stated - it can go on the ground if needed. Bill Edited October 28, 2021 by ri702bill 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skwerl58 704 #15 Posted October 28, 2021 I have my tools in a zipper bank bag. I have a dog bone wrench, adjustable wrench, pliers, screw drivers,tape and keep jumper cables under the seat of all my vehicles. I also have graphite radiator stop leak in the glove box. I have a tool box in the bed of my old Nissan 4x4 that is my hunt, work, bug out vehicle. I have straps, axe, machete, military folding shovel, water, pull chain, large pipe wrench, etc in it. I also have a Jerry can mounted in the bed. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #16 Posted October 28, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Pullstart said: I typically have one of these, or something similar with me as well. Long road trips get the multimeter, deep well impact socket sets, battery powered impact, hammer, etc. as well. ...and lots of 10 mm sockets.... Edited October 28, 2021 by WHX?? 1 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,116 #17 Posted October 28, 2021 I forgot. A kitty litter scoop if your driving thru Wisconsin! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #18 Posted October 28, 2021 Knee boots if traveling in NY ... the deep BS ya know... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,174 #19 Posted October 28, 2021 If you drive a F-150, a bottle jack is a must. No one has ever been able to locate the factory screw jack. Especially when you have a flat on a Montana prairie 10 mile from any road. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,116 #20 Posted October 28, 2021 12 minutes ago, WHX?? said: Knee boots if traveling in NY ... the deep BS ya know... They were out in force the last couple of days. I can't find my camo ones. We could use some of the sand from your yard for sandbags! https://www.fingerlakes1.com/2021/10/26/flood-emergency-in-geneva-clifton-springs-moravia-and-others-in-finger-lakes/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,116 #21 Posted October 28, 2021 Truck Bag. This is the bag I used for 10 yrs. in the hospital. Removed all of my industrial tools like T handle allen wrenches and big pliers and replaced with car/tractor tools. And socket box. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,557 #22 Posted October 28, 2021 Really all you need… 1 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,116 #23 Posted October 28, 2021 8 minutes ago, SylvanLakeWH said: Really all you need… Back in my younger days, I would routinely start a flame war with that exact post! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,227 #24 Posted October 28, 2021 I refer to this as my "road load". It doesn't stay in the car so I have it as a checklist pinned to the wall in my shop so I can be sure the bag has what it should before heading out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,874 #25 Posted October 28, 2021 I see some have included this 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
