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Emergency repair kit suggestions?

Jay_and_KatJay_and_Kat Member Posts: 254
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We've got a basic kit already which we're looking to improve.  Right now we've got:
  • 2x adjustable wrenches
  • 1x pair of pliers
  • 1x pair of "robogrip" pliers
  • 1x 16oz claw hammer
  • 1x 3lb sledge hammer (also used to split wood)
  • 1x electricians screwdriver (includes tips for 2x sizes philips, 2x sizes flathead, 1x square drive (same size as nuCamp uses))
  • 1x "stubby" electricians screwdriver
  • electrical tape
  • some screws
I'd like to add at least enough plumbing parts so if we have a leak in a line (that we can reach easily) we can either "plug" the line or patch it until we can get it somewhere to properly fix the line.  So, suggestions for any tools / parts / supplies we might be missing or would be a good idea?

I'm thinking at least a short (2-3ft) length of pex, possibly a pex-cutting tool (unless a razor knife will work), and some pex fittings (suggestions on these?)
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Jay and Kat
Tow vehicle:  2022 Jeep Gladiator Sport S + tow package
Camper:  2022 T@B 400 Boondock w/Norcold 3-way fridge
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  • Tabaz Tabaz Member Posts: 2,377
    NuCamp uses three sizes of square screws.  Have a driver for each. Check out "Fuses for Newbies" in the resource section for the spare fuses to have on hand. Also make sure your tow vehicle lug wrench fits the bolts on your T@B.
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  • CherokeeCherokee Member Posts: 283
    Don't assume the lug wrench that comes with your Toyota's will fit the lug nuts on your T@B
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  • qhumberdqhumberd Member Posts: 523
    For the 400 the best overview of systems and things needed is the unofficial guide. It may be more than you need but it covers it all and really helped us.

    No real plumbing issues have happened with our unit btw. It is more likely fuses and electrical circuits in our experience, so a multimeter is something that could be really helpful.


    2019  T@B400 Boondock Lite "Todd"

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  • MaxcampMaxcamp Member Posts: 294
    edited April 13
    I carry about 60 lb of generic tools on trips, tote bin in truck and a few in tab junk drawer below fridge.  Auto, tab, tool, device repairs.

    Headlamps/flashlights/chargers

    Brake adjustment tool (brake "spoon")

    Tire inflator
    Tire gauge
    Valvestem remover and new stems
    Valve caps

    12 in t&g slip joint pliers for large diameter plumbing and waste pvc piping and stuck caps, and tab wheel hub bearing nut
    Slip joint pliers
    Needlenose plier
    Hammer


    Utility knife with extra blades
    Utility scissors

    Dewalt 12v vacuum, 2 batt, charger
    Mini dustbroom and pan

    20 ft tape measure

    Double stick red 3m tape
    Heavy duct tape in case of loose window
    1 in blue painters tape for labeling
    Permanent marker
    Ballpoint pen and pad
    Mini wd40 can

    Small orange/pumice hand cleaner bottle
    Many rolls of paper towels
    A few kitchen size trash bags

    Miniature screwdriver with stored bits, for eyeglass repair and device battery replacement access

    Socket set sae/metric
    Wrench set sae/metric
    12 in adj. Wrench

    1/2 in Drive select auto sockets for tab and tow vehicle, torx bits 
    Portable auto jack and two 2x12x48  boards
    1/2 in Drive torque wrench
    1/2 in Drive breaker bar and 2x18 black iron pipe for persuasion.
    Your wheel-specific lugnut sockets

    Cordless drill/driver
    Driver bit set and socket drive adapters, bit extensions
    Drill bit set
    Select bolts nuts s.m. body screws

    Plumbing:
    Grey Teflon thread tape
    3/4 M/F quick cplg hose bibb adapters
    3/4 F hose thread cap
    3/4 M x shraeder valve adapter for system blow down
    12v air compressor
    I have not needed pex work on the road to date.

    Electrical:
    DC/AC volt-amp clampmeter, capable of reading DC amp draw. (Many do not...)
    Lineman pliers/stripper/crimper
    Solderless connectors crimper
    Solderless crimps and ring terminals, red/blue/yellow
    Electrical tape
    Truck and tab fuses, auto type and glass type for Alde.
    Two wired fuse holders 10awg
    16awg stranded wire
    Bespoke connectors for tv/tab plug connections for charging, for camera.  In case of damage.
    Pencil type soldering gun, solder, Flux, braided desolder.

    I'm sure there's more...
    We have a huge separate kit for our 83lb steel homebuilt HC- adaptive motorized tandem bike with all sorts of spare parts.







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  • ColleenD2ColleenD2 Member Posts: 515
    Sounds crazy but all I have ever used is a leatherman pocket knife and zip ties. So grateful to have so few issues
    2019 Custom T@B 320 U Boondock Lite-ish
    Custom Colors & Custom Interior
    We've slept in 34 states, 2 countries & counting
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