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This is copied from a 4x4 forum that I am a member of. Good place to start and tweak from.

------- Spare Parts -------
trailer spares - tires, springs, shackles, u-bolts
tire tube
fittings
starter
distributor
steering hoses
radiator hoses
Water Pump
Gear Oil
Brake Fluid
axle shafts
Axle U-joints
Drive shaft U-joints
U-joint straps
starter
Loctite
form-a-gasket
RTV
Steering Filter
Tranny Filter
Oil Filter
Fuel Filter
Winch Relays
Alternator
Fuel Pump
Hard Brake Line
Stop Leak
JB Weld
Locking hub
Wheel Bearing spindle nut and washer
Brake lines for front and rear
2 long Spark plug wires
Distributor Cap and Rotor, Coil, and Ignition Module
Starting fluid
Gear oil
Transmission fluid
Anti-Freeze
Power Steering Fluid
Rubber Fuel Line
Valve Cores
Valve Caps
Valve Stems
Assorted Nuts, Bolts, and Washers
Fan belts
Antifreeze
Oil
Spark Plugs
AA Batteries
Assorted fuses
Assorted wire

------- Trail Tools -------
Chilton's
Pry Bars
chisels
hammers
punches
Flaring Tool
Pipe wrench
elect box
plumb box
plumbing
Nitrogen Tank and Regulator
spanner wrench
Allen wrenches
rags
12 volt air compressor
CO2
Regulator
Air Hose
Air Chuck
Air Nozzle
Die Grinder
Sanding Discs
Wire Wheel
Burr
1/2" Impact
Ready Welder
Welding goggles
Gloves
Flux Core Wire
Hard Wire
Alum Wire
Tips
Leads
Argon
Wire Brush
nut drivers
tire irons
Air Compressor
Jumper Cables
1/4" Sockets and ratchet
3/8" Sockets and flex head ratchet
1/2" Sockets and 18" ratchet
Extensions
Cheater Pipe
Assorted Crescent wrenches
Box end wrenches from 5/16 to 15/16
Tubing Wrenches
Allen wrench set
Pick and Hook
Pickle Fork
Screw driver with interchangeable bits
Cheap Analog Multi-meter
Cheap Test light
Wire Crimpers
Wire Cutters
Channel Locks
Side cutters
Needle nose
Leatherman or equivalent
24 oz Hammer
16 oz Hammer
Center Punch
Brass Punch 1" Diameter
Knife
Magic Marker
6" Scale
Thread pitch gauge
Tire Pressure Gauge
Tire Repair Kit
12 inch Pry bar
Vise grips
Wheel Bearing Socket
Valve Core Tool and Tire Pressure gauge
Tire Irons
Cell Phone
Spot Light
Flash Light
Grease Gun
WD-40
Ratchet Straps
Duck Tape
Garbage bags
1 gal Zip Locks
Knife
Lighter
Tubing Cutter
Small Hack saw
Assorted Zip Ties
Assorted Files
Funnel
Bottle Jack
Rags
Magnet For axle removal
Trailer Wiring Adapter
Grease
Axe
Chains and Binders
Trailer Ramps
Tree Strap
Winch Line Extension
8 feet of 3/8 chain
2 Shackles
Clevis
Tow Rope
Shovel
Come-A-Long
Winch lead!!
Paper Towels
Squeegee
Brakleen

------- Misc. Trail Stuff -------
Food
Drink
Water!!
Maps
Compass
GPS
T.P.
Rags
Assorted Gloves
Chap Stick
Bug Spray
Garbage bags and zip locks (1 gal and little ones)
dog food, leash, water dish
silverware
Toilet Paper
paper plates
lighter
dish soap
pillows, sleeping bags, pad
tent - poles, tent, cover, stakes
sunglasses
phones
camera
can opener
hot dog sticks
clothes
rain gear
Hip boots,
work boots
Advil, Sudafed, Maalox,
lotion
contacts, solution, cases for both, glasses
tooth brushes and paste
wash cloth, towel, soap
cook stove w/ fuel
Pots, pans and utensils, cups
fingernail clippers
Cell Phone
Rope (3/8 Nylon)
Waterless hand cleaner
Rope
Tarps
Stove
Fuel for stove
Lighter
Matches (waterproof)
Extra clothes
Air mattresses
Sleeping bags
Camp Chairs
First Aid Kit
Trash Bag
FRS radios
Ratchet straps
Bungee Cords
Rain Coat
Rain Pants
Snow Gear
SWR Meter
Crash Helmet


I will post my standard (as in the gotta-go-boxes) packing list once I get home. It's time for the yearly go-through anyway.
 
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jeez.... basicaly just empty your house into the back of your rig..... including the kitchen sink!
 
off the top of my head, trying to remember what I typically pack for a trip...



Blazer packing list:

***fix it*** in 20mm ammo can kept in back
  • small spool of 16g wire
  • wire cutter/stripper/crimpers
  • some butt crimp connectors
  • some eye crimp connectors
  • some split end crimp connectors
  • double set of standard and metric sockets up from 8mm up to 1/2"
  • set of metric and standard wrenches up to 1"
  • arc welding rods
  • some vice grips
  • needlenose and standard pliers
  • jumper cables
  • zip ties and flexcuffs
  • baling wire
  • duct tape
  • electrical tape
  • gas soldering iron/torch with extra can of fuel
  • tire iron
  • spare tire
  • full set of belts for truck
  • couple quarts of every fluid truck uses

***recovery gear*** in 20mm cannon ammunition can in back
  • 3x 120' straps
  • hi-lift jack w/ wide base
  • multiple shackles
  • snatch block
  • axe
  • e-tool
  • gloves
  • empty sandbags

***location and communication*** in passenger area
  • Kenwood TM-D700A Ham radio
  • Yaesu VX-7R handheld
  • Garmin 276C gps
  • Garmin E-trex gps
  • 2x GMRS/FRS handhelds

***emergency gear*** in hardigg case on one side
  • 6x VS-17 panels
  • 2x Reflective Vests
  • 2x MS-2000 strobes
  • 10 30 min flares
  • complete change of clothes to include heavy jackets for every occupant on departure
  • 10x chemlites in small hard case for protection
  • 2x cans of fixaflat
  • Silva Ranger compass/maps of area

***Camping gear*** In other side of hardigg case
  • Coleman propane stove
  • food for trip time plus 3 days
  • camp cookware/silverware
  • towels, paper and fabric
  • lantern



***first aid gear*** in orange pelican case with star of life
A crapload of stuff since my wife's paramedic qual'ed and I'm ex-military EMT/Medic/ETT/Ranger First Responder/ PHTLS-CLS-RFR-BLS instructor

***other stuff*** all over the place in the truck
  • 5 gallon can of water
  • 1x case of winter military rations
  • full set of replacement lightbulbs for truck
  • Laser Rangefinder
  • Binos
  • spotting scope
  • tripod
  • window mount
  • Multiple cameras
  • food for trip
  • MICH Helmet
  • Spare 50-200 rounds per weapon system depending on weapon
  • Folding chairs
  • Stihl MS 361 chainsaw
  • spare fuel/oil/chain
  • High angle rescue/climbing gear
  • AR-15 in weapons rack
  • 870 Express Mag in weapons rack
  • USP .45 Tactical on my hip
  • USP .45 Expert on wife's hip
  • German Shepherd in back seat
  • Food and bowls for doggie
  • 10-30 gallons of fuel in fuel cans
  • Standard size propane tank
  • Propane tree
  • Propane hose to connect stove to tree
 
whitetrash21 said:
jeez.... basicaly just empty your house into the back of your rig..... including the kitchen sink!
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Most of that is required for the week long trips that are taken up here...don't have it, you may not go on the run, it's up to the trail boss. Alaska eats rigs and will kill stupid people in a heartbeat.
 
Certainly....the longer the trips...the more you need to bring...you compiled a great list....don't leave home without the .45s..lol...thanks
 
A little more basic, but prolly just as important. If you plan on wheeling, especially somewhere remote, tell someone where your going and about how long you plan on being out. Good intentions or not, we are not Superman. Just a good idea.
 
I've been trying to find the form the state troopers put out every year, it's basically a departure form you put on a tow vehicle or leave with some one. It has the basic name, vehicle, and such then a spot for ETA's, medical problems, things like that. Very helpful if you are overdue and your SO freaks a bit, they just hand that over and the troopers know where to start looking.
 
MrsRanger said:
I've been trying to find the form the state troopers put out every year, it's basically a departure form you put on a tow vehicle or leave with some one. It has the basic name, vehicle, and such then a spot for ETA's, medical problems, things like that. Very helpful if you are overdue and your SO freaks a bit, they just hand that over and the troopers know where to start looking.
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HMM don't know
 
Don't know what? This is not something that's required up here, they just do it as a helpful tool. Most search and rescue is volunteer, narrowing down a search area is helpful, as is know if they have a pacemaker, or are diabetic. I've seen family members (SO= significant other) in a stressful time not remember details that could be important.
 
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Ah, I thought you meant the form wasn't what you were sure about, like it was a bad idea.:blush2:
 
As far as I'm concerned, now a days a PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) is a must for remote trips. Here is what I keep in my rig at all times (http://www.acraquafix.com/). It can be used while hunting, fishing, hiking, mountain climbing, etc.

This devices is to be used for actual EMERGENCIES ONLY. It is NOT to be used like OnStar that you would use for getting directions to your destination. Unlike OnStar, a PLB MUST be manually activated; it does not activate automatically. However, the PLB will continue to operate and send a signal as long as the battery charge lasts, in excess of 24 to 48 hours or longer (depending on ambient temperature), or until it's manually turned off.

Unlike OnStar which requires a cellular phone signal to operate, a PLB works by sending a signal directly to the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system and can be use anywhere in the world, as long as you have a clear view of the sky above you. and you do NOT need to pay for a monthly subscription like you would with OnStar.

My PLB has a built-in GPS receiver and will send out your actual GPS coordinates when activated. In addition to sending out a 406 MHz signal via the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system with your registered unique, digitally coded distress signal, it also sends a 121.5 MHz signal (SAR local homing frequency) to guide rescuers the last mile to your exact location. The built-in GPS signal allows rescue personnel to identify you and determine your actual location within 5 minutes of being activated, compared to taking up to 1-hour for standard non-GPS enabled EPIRBs.

If you don't want to spend the money to buy one, you can always rent one for your trip.
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Here is another type, that DOES allow for limited outgoing messages. SPOT Satellite Messenger (http://www.findmespot.com/Home.aspx). This unit can be used for customized non-emergency messaging to anyone you previously choose via email or pager and also has a 911 button for emergencies. Your family and friends can track your progress via Google World in nearly real time. It uses the company's own satellite system. It is much less expensive to buy, but requires a $99 annual subscription. (Note: satellite coverage is NOT available in all areas - Check company's website for details)
http://www.westmarine.com/MiamiBoatShow/images/Spot.mov
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Both of these devices can be purchased online from West Marine.

ACR PLB

SPOT Satellite Messenger
 
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my list is not as long but my trips also arent 100-200 miles from the nearest population location. this is what i kept in the 79 blazer i had, will be slightly differant in the yukon since its a diesel and differant axles.

tools:
1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" SAE and Metric socket sets
SAE and Metric wrenches complete sets up to 1" or 22mm, specialty sizes above that
10 bolt axle front hub socket
phillips and flatblade screw drivers
pliers including needle nose and snap ring
vice grips
ratchet wrench set
wire strippers, dikes, soldering torch with solder/heat shrink as well as butt connectors

parts: 327 gasser, th350 auto, np203 t-case, 10 bolt axles
10 bolt front and rear axle shafts
u joints for front axle and drive shafts
distributor cap/rotor
plug wires
upper/lower radiator hoses
fuel pump
lug nuts

equipment:
small zip ties
large 3' and 4' zip ties
bailing wire
duct tape
electrical tape
tow straps
tie down straps
5' chain
work gloves and mechanic gloves
high lift jack 48"
floor jack 2 1/2 ton
bottle jack 3 ton
D rings
shovel
jumper cables
cb radio (want a ham radio though)
cell phone
5 gal of water
5 gal of fuel
spare tire
20 gal air tank (on board air was in the plans)
cold weather gear
1st aid kit
food

fluids:
1 gal of 10w30
1 gal of auto tranny fluid
2 qt's of 75w90 gear oil
grease
2 gal coolant premixed

some other stuff but i cant remember right now. most of that (besides the gasoline and 10 bolt specific parts) are in the back of my yukon 24/7, need to make a carrier to put these off the back bumper area when i make my spare tire carrier, not near as much room in the back of my 95 yukon as there was in the 79 blazer.
 
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