Tools

[kspriggs]

Hi guys,
A facebook post recently brought to light for me the urgency to put together a tool box with all the tools I may need while on the road. Its been
on the "to do" list, but I think its time to get it done prior to the next trip. We've only had our coach a cpl months and after approx 1400 miles,
knock on wood, nothing has been needed but I certainly dont want to push my luck.

What would be essential tools and or parts to make sure are always on hand in case of something that would put us on the side of the road? I know I
cant bring everything even though the kitchen sink comes with....... , but at least those tools that would help us get under way for some of the
basic most common issues.

Thanx guys/gals
--
1977 GMC Royale 403

 

[Larry Davick]

Towing plan and a credit card. Oh, a comfortable towd helps too.

Honestly I carry the bare minimum as the only sideline I’ve had was with a fan clutch.

Others may tow a Matco truck behind. To each his own.

I can’t imagine a more comfortable place to stuck than in a car with a fridge, bed, and bathroom.

Larry Davick
A Mystery Machine
1976 Palm Beach
Fremont Ca

>
> Hi guys,
> A facebook post recently brought to light for me the urgency to put together a tool box with all the tools I may need while on the road. Its been
> on the "to do" list, but I think its time to get it done prior to the next trip. We've only had our coach a cpl months and after approx 1400 miles,
> knock on wood, nothing has been needed but I certainly dont want to push my luck.
>
> What would be essential tools and or parts to make sure are always on hand in case of something that would put us on the side of the road? I know I
> cant bring everything even though the kitchen sink comes with....... , but at least those tools that would help us get under way for some of the
> basic most common issues.
>
> Thanx guys/gals
> --
> 1977 GMC Royale 403
>
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[kspriggs]

LOL.......... Yeah Ive got those two covered but prefer to do any of the repairs myself if they are easy enough to tackle with a few basic tools.
--
1977 GMC Royale 403

 

[tyler]

My strategy is to address specific tasks that are more likely to occur and if they need special tools, include them. For example: replace fuel filter
in front of main engine carb needs 5/8 open end and good size adjustable plus socket extension to get the carb loose from manifold. Fan clutch I found
an offset closed end wrench that works perfect, include that. Alcoa lug nuts take a pretty good size socket - i don't take the whole set of huge
sockets, just that one and the one that goes on the oem air bag nut. A basic wire crimping/cutting and voltmeter set.

All of this assumes a pretty complete tool set of 1/2 and 3/8 wrenches and sockets, screwdrivers, knives/cutters, pliers, etc.

My tools fit into a standard carry tool box, a closing socket set box (3/8), and a drawer inside.
--
1975 Glenbrook, 1978 Royale rear bath
Raleigh, NC

 

[kspriggs]

Exactly the sort of advise I was looking for....... Thanx :d

> My strategy is to address specific tasks that are more likely to occur and if they need special tools, include them. For example: replace fuel
> filter in front of main engine carb needs 5/8 open end and good size adjustable plus socket extension to get the carb loose from manifold. Fan
> clutch I found an offset closed end wrench that works perfect, include that. Alcoa lug nuts take a pretty good size socket - i don't take the whole
> set of huge sockets, just that one and the one that goes on the oem air bag nut. A basic wire crimping/cutting and voltmeter set.
>
> All of this assumes a pretty complete tool set of 1/2 and 3/8 wrenches and sockets, screwdrivers, knives/cutters, pliers, etc.
>
> My tools fit into a standard carry tool box, a closing socket set box (3/8), and a drawer inside.

--
1977 GMC Royale 403

 

[Bruce Hart]

Circuit tester is invaluable.
5/16" and 1/4" nut drivers for hose clamps.

On Thu, Oct 10, 2019 at 11:31 AM Kevin via Gmclist
wrote:

> Exactly the sort of advise I was looking for....... Thanx :d
>

> > My strategy is to address specific tasks that are more likely to occur
> and if they need special tools, include them. For example: replace fuel
> > filter in front of main engine carb needs 5/8 open end and good size
> adjustable plus socket extension to get the carb loose from manifold. Fan
> > clutch I found an offset closed end wrench that works perfect, include
> that. Alcoa lug nuts take a pretty good size socket - i don't take the whole
> > set of huge sockets, just that one and the one that goes on the oem air
> bag nut. A basic wire crimping/cutting and voltmeter set.
> >
> > All of this assumes a pretty complete tool set of 1/2 and 3/8 wrenches
> and sockets, screwdrivers, knives/cutters, pliers, etc.
> >
> > My tools fit into a standard carry tool box, a closing socket set box
> (3/8), and a drawer inside.
>
>
> --
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>
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Bruce Hart
1976 Palm Beach
Milliken, Co
GMC=Got More Class

 

[Rdenney]

Things I have had to replace on the road:

-Belts. Alternator alone requires three different wrenches, a socket with
extension, ands decent pry bar. Power steering requires two thin end
wrenches and a slender pry bar (plus knowing where to pry). AC compressors
is more wrenches plus a half-inch drive ratchet handle with a short
extender.

-Alternator. As above but with a driver that fits the primary wire stud nut
and needle-nose pliers for the lock tab on the side terminals.

-Carb/choke adjustments. A very short straight-blade screwdriver.

-kitchen faucet. Basin wrench plus a good set of channel lock pliers that
will fit the drain parts.

-steering gear box. I was glad I brought the whole toolbox for that one,
including the 3/4”-drive sockets and 24” breaker bar.

-fan clutch. Easy—only needed a 1/2” end wrench, plus a 7/16” socket on a
long extender for my split-shroud screws. With the original horse-collar
shroud—much more difficult.

-wiring. I now carry a proper ratcheting crimper plus an assortment of
crimp connectors and wire.

-air hose compression-fitting flares. A good set of flare-nut wrenches.

Things I’ve seen others replace at rallies:

-CV-joint boots. Big wrench for the stub axle, torque wrench and correct
12-point socket for the axle bolts. Snap-ring pliers. Band-IT tool and reel
of 1/4” steel banding.

-rear bearings....

Well, you get the idea. I bring the whole box, plus any specialty tools. My
latest addition is a 10mm combination wrench for caliper bleeders, and a
1-1/8” combination wrench for airbag nuts.

One thing is for sure—you can never predict what will break and where,
though aggressively attaining and sustaining a state of good repair
minimizes the risk of needing those tools.

Rick “nearly there” Denney

On Thu, Oct 10, 2019 at 2:45 PM Bruce Hart via Gmclist <

> Circuit tester is invaluable.
> 5/16" and 1/4" nut drivers for hose clamps.
>
> On Thu, Oct 10, 2019 at 11:31 AM Kevin via Gmclist <
> gmclist>

>
> > Exactly the sort of advise I was looking for....... Thanx :d
> >

> > > My strategy is to address specific tasks that are more likely to occur
> > and if they need special tools, include them. For example: replace fuel
> > > filter in front of main engine carb needs 5/8 open end and good size
> > adjustable plus socket extension to get the carb loose from manifold. Fan
> > > clutch I found an offset closed end wrench that works perfect, include
> > that. Alcoa lug nuts take a pretty good size socket - i don't take the
> whole
> > > set of huge sockets, just that one and the one that goes on the oem air
> > bag nut. A basic wire crimping/cutting and voltmeter set.
> > >
> > > All of this assumes a pretty complete tool set of 1/2 and 3/8 wrenches
> > and sockets, screwdrivers, knives/cutters, pliers, etc.
> > >
> > > My tools fit into a standard carry tool box, a closing socket set box
> > (3/8), and a drawer inside.
> >
> >
> > --
> > 1977 GMC Royale 403
> >
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> >
>
>
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> Bruce Hart
> 1976 Palm Beach
> Milliken, Co
> GMC=Got More Class
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'73 X-Glacier 230 "Jaws"
Northern Virginia
Offlist email: rick at rickdenney dot com

 

[jim d.]

The more seasoned guys will chime in. But we travelled full time for a year. I did oil changes, changed thermostat, clutch fan, adjusted brakes and other little tasks. I took a small tool box that carried a full set of standard wrenches, 3/8 ratchet and sockets, voltmeter, digital temp gauge, screw drivers, tire plug kit, wire strippers, roll of spare electrical wire and tape. Other things as well that all fit in my tool box that took up very little space. All of these tools were things I knew I was comfortable with changing things on the side of the road if need be. But you aren’t changing a blown motor on the side of the road trust me been there. Moral of the long post is bring the tools you are willing to use to change things. If you’re not willing to do the work then break out the cards and pay to get it done.

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>
> Circuit tester is invaluable.
> 5/16" and 1/4" nut drivers for hose clamps.
>
>> On Thu, Oct 10, 2019 at 11:31 AM Kevin via Gmclist

>>
>> Exactly the sort of advise I was looking for....... Thanx :d
>>

>>> My strategy is to address specific tasks that are more likely to occur
>> and if they need special tools, include them. For example: replace fuel
>>> filter in front of main engine carb needs 5/8 open end and good size
>> adjustable plus socket extension to get the carb loose from manifold. Fan
>>> clutch I found an offset closed end wrench that works perfect, include
>> that. Alcoa lug nuts take a pretty good size socket - i don't take the whole
>>> set of huge sockets, just that one and the one that goes on the oem air
>> bag nut. A basic wire crimping/cutting and voltmeter set.
>>>
>>> All of this assumes a pretty complete tool set of 1/2 and 3/8 wrenches
>> and sockets, screwdrivers, knives/cutters, pliers, etc.
>>>
>>> My tools fit into a standard carry tool box, a closing socket set box
>> (3/8), and a drawer inside.
>>
>>
>> --
>> 1977 GMC Royale 403
>>
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>
>
> --
> Bruce Hart
> 1976 Palm Beach
> Milliken, Co
> GMC=Got More Class
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[kspriggs]

Thanx Rich, lots of good info there. Im just starting to get into the different systems and the more I look into it the more I realize how little I
know.....lol But you have to start somewhere and although I feel Im somewhat mechanically inclined I know my limits so I dont think I'll be swapping
any motors on the side of the road..... :d However, belts, hoses, an alternator and the like I think I can manage.

Thanx again......

> Things I have had to replace on the road:
>
> -Belts. Alternator alone requires three different wrenches, a socket with
> extension, ands decent pry bar. Power steering requires two thin end
> wrenches and a slender pry bar (plus knowing where to pry). AC compressors
> is more wrenches plus a half-inch drive ratchet handle with a short
> extender.
>
> -Alternator. As above but with a driver that fits the primary wire stud nut
> and needle-nose pliers for the lock tab on the side terminals.
>
> -Carb/choke adjustments. A very short straight-blade screwdriver.
>
> -kitchen faucet. Basin wrench plus a good set of channel lock pliers that
> will fit the drain parts.
>
> -steering gear box. I was glad I brought the whole toolbox for that one,
> including the 3/4"-drive sockets and 24" breaker bar.
>
> -fan clutch. Easy--only needed a 1/2" end wrench, plus a 7/16" socket on a
> long extender for my split-shroud screws. With the original horse-collar
> shroud--much more difficult.
>
> -wiring. I now carry a proper ratcheting crimper plus an assortment of
> crimp connectors and wire.
>
> -air hose compression-fitting flares. A good set of flare-nut wrenches.
>
> Things I've seen others replace at rallies:
>
> -CV-joint boots. Big wrench for the stub axle, torque wrench and correct
> 12-point socket for the axle bolts. Snap-ring pliers. Band-IT tool and reel
> of 1/4" steel banding.
>
> -rear bearings....
>
> Well, you get the idea. I bring the whole box, plus any specialty tools. My
> latest addition is a 10mm combination wrench for caliper bleeders, and a
> 1-1/8" combination wrench for airbag nuts.
>
> One thing is for sure--you can never predict what will break and where,
> though aggressively attaining and sustaining a state of good repair
> minimizes the risk of needing those tools.
>
> Rick "nearly there" Denney
>
> On Thu, Oct 10, 2019 at 2:45 PM Bruce Hart via Gmclist <

>
> > Circuit tester is invaluable.
> > 5/16" and 1/4" nut drivers for hose clamps.
> >
> > On Thu, Oct 10, 2019 at 11:31 AM Kevin via Gmclist gmclist>

> >
> >> Exactly the sort of advise I was looking for....... Thanx :d
> >>

> >>> My strategy is to address specific tasks that are more likely to occur
> >> and if they need special tools, include them. For example: replace fuel
> >>> filter in front of main engine carb needs 5/8 open end and good size
> >> adjustable plus socket extension to get the carb loose from manifold. Fan
> >>> clutch I found an offset closed end wrench that works perfect, include
> >> that. Alcoa lug nuts take a pretty good size socket - i don't take the
> > whole
> >>> set of huge sockets, just that one and the one that goes on the oem air
> >> bag nut. A basic wire crimping/cutting and voltmeter set.
> >>>
> >>> All of this assumes a pretty complete tool set of 1/2 and 3/8 wrenches
> >> and sockets, screwdrivers, knives/cutters, pliers, etc.
> >>>
> >>> My tools fit into a standard carry tool box, a closing socket set box
> >> (3/8), and a drawer inside.
> >>
> >>
> >> --
> >> 1977 GMC Royale 403
> >>
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> >>
> >
> >
> > --
> > Bruce Hart
> > 1976 Palm Beach
> > Milliken, Co
> > GMC=Got More Class
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> >
> --
> '73 X-Glacier 230 "Jaws"
> Northern Virginia
> Offlist email: rick at rickdenney dot com
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1977 GMC Royale 403

 

[Matt Colie]

> Things I have had to replace on the road:
>
> -Belts. Alternator alone requires three different wrenches, a socket with
> extension, ands decent pry bar. Power steering requires two thin end
> wrenches and a slender pry bar (plus knowing where to pry). AC compressors
> is more wrenches plus a half-inch drive ratchet handle with a short
> extender.
>
> -Alternator. As above but with a driver that fits the primary wire stud nut
> and needle-nose pliers for the lock tab on the side terminals.
>
> -Carb/choke adjustments. A very short straight-blade screwdriver.
>
> -kitchen faucet. Basin wrench plus a good set of channel lock pliers that
> will fit the drain parts.
>
> -steering gear box. I was glad I brought the whole toolbox for that one,
> including the 3/4"-drive sockets and 24" breaker bar.
>
> -fan clutch. Easy--only needed a 1/2" end wrench, plus a 7/16" socket on a
> long extender for my split-shroud screws. With the original horse-collar
> shroud--much more difficult.
>
> -wiring. I now carry a proper ratcheting crimper plus an assortment of
> crimp connectors and wire.
>
> -air hose compression-fitting flares. A good set of flare-nut wrenches.
>
> Things I've seen others replace at rallies:
>
> -CV-joint boots. Big wrench for the stub axle, torque wrench and correct
> 12-point socket for the axle bolts. Snap-ring pliers. Band-IT tool and reel
> of 1/4" steel banding.
>
> -rear bearings....
>
> Well, you get the idea. I bring the whole box, plus any specialty tools. My
> latest addition is a 10mm combination wrench for caliper bleeders, and a
> 1-1/8" combination wrench for airbag nuts.
>
> One thing is for sure--you can never predict what will break and where,
> though aggressively attaining and sustaining a state of good repair
> minimizes the risk of needing those tools.
>
> Rick "nearly there" Denney
> '73 X-Glacier 230 "Jaws"
> Northern Virginia

Rick,

You have a 23' coach, Where do you carry all of this?

Matt
--
Matt & Mary Colie - '73 Glacier 23 - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
Electronically Controlled Quiet Engine Cooling Fan
OE Rear Drum Brakes with Applied Control Arms
SE Michigan - Twixt A2 and Detroit

 

[Matt Colie]

> Hi guys,
> A facebook post recently brought to light for me the urgency to put together a tool box with all the tools I may need while on the road. Its
> been on the "to do" list, but I think its time to get it done prior to the next trip. We've only had our coach a cpl months and after approx 1400
> miles, knock on wood, nothing has been needed but I certainly dont want to push my luck.
>
> What would be essential tools and or parts to make sure are always on hand in case of something that would put us on the side of the road? I
> know I cant bring everything even though the kitchen sink comes with....... , but at least those tools that would help us get under way for some
> of the basic most common issues.
>
> Thanx guys/gals

Kevin,

I am going to chime in here just because I think you need to think about this carefully.

We have a 23' foot coach and the thing that I think is most important thing I carry is the maintenance manuals and the parts list from GMCMI in hard
copy. (Why carry the hard copy? It works when the lights go out.)

Unless your plans having you traveling to BFE (someplace in Egypt), a huge parts and tools inventory is not essential. If you have the original
airsprings, carrying a spare is not stupid as they are prone to failure. You can also carry a drilled through piece of wood and an length of threaded
rod with nuts as a limp mode kit. But, you still have to get the blown out piece out of the way. If you do still have the OE airsprings, they are a
common failure.

I carry only two heavy things: The OE jack kit (it can do more than many will allow) and a spare starter. Starters are now out of production for 40
years. Rebuilds can be had but one time I was told that it would be at least three days. The shops that can do this right are fast disappearing.
Without a starter for the main engine, you are kind of seriously stuck.

Other than a pretty complete set of regular tools. I also carry a set of the drive axle screws and the socket that fits them. These are not common
parts.

My air suspension works well. (This took some effort.) So, I do not have valves at the airsprings. I do carry the parts to put a schrader valve
there and a tiny 12V compressor that also inflates bicycle tires when needed.

I am a waterman and a ship's engineer by trade and one thing that has been common, it the plan to be ready for common failures. So, I do have a set
old belts, a spare tire and such. Just think about where you will be and remember that you have a telephone and a credit card so you don't need to
carry what you can acquire. It is not like you are in the middle of the ocean.

Matt
--
Matt & Mary Colie - '73 Glacier 23 - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
Electronically Controlled Quiet Engine Cooling Fan
OE Rear Drum Brakes with Applied Control Arms
SE Michigan - Twixt A2 and Detroit

 

[RJW]

I will admit that I probably carry way too much in the way of spares and tools. However, most of it, if not all of it, I have used at least once on a
trip over the past 21 years. This has allowed me to minimize trip interruptions and the expense and hassle of overnight shipping etc. Although Amazon
does ship next day to a lot of places now.

I do plan on cutting back as I reorganize and reduce the weight of my GMC.

Since I store this stuff in at least a dozen different locations in my GMC, I need to know where this stuff is without tearing the coach apart. I've
done that more than once (I know it's here somewhere). My memory not being what it used to be.

Recently, I discovered an APP that lets me know the location (can search by picture, name and locations) of everything I carry using my smart phone.
That has already proved helpful this year.
It should go without saying that it is critical to have an Emergency Road Service plan (I have more than one). Plus a cell phone, credit card and/or
cash. Also, the Black list and/or a list of friends willing to give advice. I usually call friends first and as a consequence have not resorted to
the Black List. I usually call one of the Kens, Matt, Bob etc.

So this is what I carry now:
• Timing light
• 12 volt circuit tester
• 12 volt LED Trouble light
• Suspension air line fittings assortment
• 4' of suspension air line
• Assorted fluids; 1 gallon of motor oil, quart of tranny fluid, some brake fluid.
• Assorted lube products; WD-40, white grease, anti-seize & silicon spray etc.
• Loctite blue
• Assorted pliers & screwdrivers
• Flare-nut wrenches
• Pry bar
• Padded board to place over air cleaner area for more comfortable work (fan clutch etc.)
• Knee pad for more comfortable working outside of the coach
• Spare complete distributor (I've had to raid this several times)
• Spare ignition modules
• ignition module tester
• Heat conductor compound for modules
• Spare module to HEI distributor cap wiring harness (a defective harness with a loose connector caused me a great amount of trouble last year. I
was happy I had a good (1985 vintage) spare with me to finally fix the problem).
• Multi-meter
• Dielectric grease
• Spare Onan control board
• Spare Onan bridge rectifier
• Spark plug tester
• Spare starter (as Matt said they are hard to get when you need one and can be a show stopper out in the boondocks where we like to camp).
• Assorted fuses
• Spare fuel pump
• Spare fuel filter
• Spare fuel injection computer
• Spare drive axle screws and the socket that fits them
• Set of old belts
• Spare tire (surprised how many don't carry one)
• Cotter pins assortment
• Compact 12 volt air compressor
• Set of high quality Jack Pads
• 2 jack hooks
• 2 low profile bottle jacks (helps leveling in unlevel camp sites). I do not carry the huge OEM jack.
• Harbor freight electric impact wrench with deep socket for wheel nuts
• Torque wrench for wheel nuts
• Crimper and 12 volt connectors
• Small array of hookup wire
• Complete service manuals on memory stick
• ½", 3/8" and ¼" socket sets
• Box end wrench set
• Miscellaneous screws, nuts and bolts.
• Ryobi 18 volt drill, battery and charger
• Small assortment of drill bits
• Drum brake tools
• Since I have power level with an air tank, I added a convenience air connection so I can pump up my tires etc. while on the road. With this
feature I have quick disconnect fittings, 25' of rubber air hose and an air chuck with pressure gauge.
• Some other stuff I can't remember off hand.

--
Richard
76 Palm Beach
SE Michigan
www.PalmBeachGMC.com


Coop Roller Cam 455, Howell TBI + EBL, 3.42 FD, Quadra Bag, Macerator, Lenzi stuff, Manny Tranny etc.

 

[Rdenney]

In the dinette seat compartments, plus that little cabinet next to the
door. And around the water tank under the bed.

I have three tool boxes, but will be consolidating down to two.

Rick “who stores the folding chairs under the dinette table, because
there's no room under the seat” Denney

On Fri, Oct 11, 2019 at 10:03 AM Matt Colie via Gmclist <

> > ...
> > Well, you get the idea. I bring the whole box, plus any specialty
> tools....
>
> Rick,
>
> You have a 23' coach, Where do you carry all of this?
>
> Matt
> --
> Matt & Mary Colie - '73 Glacier 23 - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
> Electronically Controlled Quiet Engine Cooling Fan
> OE Rear Drum Brakes with Applied Control Arms
> SE Michigan - Twixt A2 and Detroit
>
> _______________________________________________
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>
--
'73 X-Glacier 230 "Jaws"
Northern Virginia
Offlist email: rick at rickdenney dot com

 

[Mark Bennett]

G'day,

The subject of tools and parts to carry came up in the Aussie GMC club. The following was our reply.

Well after going through the bins , cupboards and other hidy holes this is what we found. Looking forward to reading others lists to see what else we
missed.

Manuals, '77-'78 printed, All the others and anything else relevant digitally. (Bill Masseys GMC usb stick)

TOOLS

Number one on most lists, Credit card

Cordless drill/charger/drill bits/ grinding wheels

WD40 Degreeser

Crimper/assorted electrical fittings/wire, Soldering iron

Radiator and fuel tank putty

RTV silicon Muffler putty/ JB weld

Insulating tape/emergency tape

Tin Snips

Allen Keys

Screw driver set

Pliers set

Snips

Combination spanner set metric and imperial

Shifters/pipe spanners/circlip pliers/multi grips/vice grips

Socket set metric and imperial ½ and ¼ inch drive/tube sockets/specialised sockets

240 volt rattle gun 1/2" and ¾" drive

2x Hydraulic jacks/bogie bar

Front hub tools including torsion bar unloader

Air hose for air tank

Soldering iron

Infrared thermometer

Nylon tarp

Beer and bourbon (most important)

PARTS

Fuses/Bulbs

Assorted nuts, bolts, screws and air line fittings

Thermostat

Upper and lower radiator hoses

Fan belts

Fuel hoses

Accelerator cable

Complete drive shaft

Front and rear wheel bearings

Front and rear shock

Water pump

Alternator

Fuel pump

Distributor

Carby gaskets with filters, valves etc

2 spark plugs

Tyre plug kit

Starter motor

Speedy boot

Bars leak

Tub of Grease

Inlet and exhaust manifold gaskets

CV boot and clamp

Disc brake pads

Radiator cap

Assorted water fittings (house)

Assorted electrical fittings (house)

Engine oil 5 litres

Transmission fluid 1 litre

Power steering fluid 1 litre

Brake fluid 1 litre

Jerry can

Honda Generator 1000w

This is a lot, We realise that if needed we could get parts shipped from Applied GMC, usually in 6-8 days, but we are usually on a schedule. The
ability to get to get ourselves going again on the rare occasion the GMC plays up is comforting. If we need help having the correct parts should speed
up the process of getting back on the road.

·

--
Mark Bennett
Gail & Mark's Cruiser
Gold Coast, Australia.
Motorhoming Lifestyle.com

 

[RJW]

> G'day,
>
> The subject of tools and parts to carry came up in the Aussie GMC club. The following was our reply.
>
> Well after going through the bins , cupboards and other hidy holes this is what we found. Looking forward to reading others lists to see what
> else we missed.
>
> Manuals, '77-'78 printed, All the others and anything else relevant digitally. (Bill Masseys GMC usb stick)
>
> TOOLS
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> Number one on most lists, Credit card
>
> Cordless drill/charger/drill bits/ grinding wheels
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> WD40 Degreeser
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> Crimper/assorted electrical fittings/wire, Soldering iron
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> Radiator and fuel tank putty
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> RTV silicon Muffler putty/ JB weld
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> Insulating tape/emergency tape
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> Tin Snips
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> Allen Keys
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> Screw driver set
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> Pliers set
>
> ...............
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> Jerry can
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> Honda Generator 1000w
>
> This is a lot, We realise that if needed we could get parts shipped from Applied GMC, usually in 6-8 days, but we are usually on a schedule. The
> ability to get to get ourselves going again on the rare occasion the GMC plays up is comforting. If we need help having the correct parts should
> speed up the process of getting back on the road.

WOW, that is several levels up from what I carry around. I imagine out in the outback its hard to find a Repco or NAPA. Best to carry what you "might
need" as opposed to waiting a while for parts from the US.

--
Richard
76 Palm Beach
SE Michigan
www.PalmBeachGMC.com


Coop Roller Cam 455, Howell TBI + EBL, 3.42 FD, Quadra Bag, Macerator, Lenzi stuff, Manny Tranny etc.

 

[Ken H.]

One tool I try to always have in my kit, that I haven't seen mentioned, is
a 1/4" ratchet with at least 6" extension for a 9/32" nut (or maybe it's
11/32" -- check yours). There's only ONE place it's needed on the GMC
AFAIK, but without that wrench you'll have FUN disconnecting the two small
nuts on the starter solenoid.

Ken H.

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