be prepared! coping with problems on the road nife 4-10-2010 ken nagel
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Be Prepared!
Coping with problems on the road NIFE 4-10-2010 •Ken Nagel
Nothing ReplacesPREVENTITIVE MAINTAINENCE!
• Reading is fundamental
Nothing ReplacesPREVENTITIVE MAINTAINENCE!
Fluid check Cooling system
Nothing ReplacesPREVENTITIVE MAINTAINENCE!
Battery
Tires / Spare / Jack / Lug wrench / Key
Nothing ReplacesPREVENTITIVE MAINTAINENCE!
Nothing ReplacesPREVENTITIVE MAINTAINENCE!
• Lights (in & out)
But! I don't work on my car!
He's not much of a mechanic but, you should hear the engine purr!
What don't I need?
Commercially Prepared Emergency Kit
What don't I need?
Tow Rope
What don't I need?
Brake Fluid
So What Do I Need?
(Keep in mind I don't have much room!)
First off, the basics...
Your cell phone, provided you promise to be responsible and not run into me while using it!
1-800-GOOG-411
If all else fails... Your AAA card!
Safety First!
Don't even THINK about working under a car without jack stands!!!
Safety First!
Safety First!
Type A-B-C 2 ½ lb Minimum Built in Gauge Available Quickly Dry Chemical
Safety First!
First aid kit Home made is
best! Make sure
everything is labeled
Tailor to your skill level
Include personal items, meds, contact lens solution, spare reading glasses
Stop Fulin' Around
I hear some Fieros have a gas gauge issue…
Stop Fulin' Around
Gas-O-HaulItzaGasCan
As for the rest.......That's your decision!
Mine.... Weighing in at 26 lbs.
(way over kill, but that's me)
THE TOOLS
THE PARTS
THE BAD PARTS
Cleanliness is next to impossible
The Extras
Disclaimer:Not all items packed on all trips. Results may vary. Void where prohibited. Seek legal council before listening to this guy…
Worthy of consideration
•Safety Vest
•Reflectors/Flares
•Jumper Cables
•Food/Water
REMEMBER:Duct tape fixes everything