I'm assembling a basic tool kit to keep in my LR3 and curious what the tribal knowledge here has to say about tools and recommended spare parts?

For example, seems like having a brake light switch stashed is a good move because they're cheap, small, easy to fix, and if they go out can give some dashboard fireworks - any other little things like this?

Currently have the a Gap IID, a portable jumpstarter, will be snagging a spare brake light switch, doing a manual-key-blade-stashed-externally-with-full-key-inside setup soon, and definitely want to do a manual rear hatch lever this summer.

What else are you all doing out there?? Any specific tool kits (including jacks) that folks tend to use or is it totally ala carte?

(not rock crawling, but will be doing highway miles and then steep/rutted fire roads)

 

I carry a few extra height sensors, my old modified rods in case the GAP won't connect, light bulbs, fuses, brake switch, wire overlay for the EAS. If it's a real long trip I also carry a separate tote with (nylon?) tubing and push-connects, and spare coolant system parts (hoses, thermostat) from prior replacements. I have an air compressor on-board. I have a Jackery that I bring too. What else, what else??? Hmmmm.....if I think up stuff I'll edit the post.

 

Jug of coolant, a bit of coolant hose, spare fuses, spare brake bulbs, a pillar trim clips, coolant bleeder T

 

I do trips out west to remote places, very remote. And I also know I can not carry a spare for everything. But things I pack in one large Dewalt case that goes on the rack:

Siphon hose (for fuel transfer or any other liquid, it is cheap and packs well)
Coolant concentrate (I already have up to 18 gallons of water onboard)
The two different belts for the 4.4 V8. (Belts, to me, are a given. But honestly with todays tech they rarely fail)
Front upper ball joint
Front lower ball joint
Front sway bar link (sure, you can just remove an offending one, but I like a spare)
Water pump (To me this is another "just bring along always" item)
Thermostat (small, cheap after all)
Front wheel hub (heavy and annoying to bring)
Alternator (I have a new OEM one, it does not go out on every trip. Just the BIG ones. Why? Well, I do lost of water crossings....)
Suspension Compressor (Either I bring a full compressor or a rebuild kit, both when in a Rover convoy)
Brake light switch (as mentioned)
Spare headlamps and brake lamps (they take up so little room, often just stored in glove box)
2x quarts of motor oil (this I also only bring for the really big trips)

Beyond the above (and things I maybe forgot to list), I always have a decent bottle jack and an air compressor for tires. I also have a tire repair kit from ARB. Comes in a plastic case and it kept with recovery gear. And lastly I bring a full tool kit which includes a large torque wrench. The kit is very customized though, only essential socket sizes, etc. But I do include sockets for the driveshaft and any other odd things that are sorta Rover specific and a tool store may not easily have on hand.

I have never really needed anything because I am so up on preventative. I think on the last trip to Montana only a spare brake lamp was needed. And while I don't do a ton of rock crawling either, my issue is the remoteness. Easier to repair and wheel out then wait for parts or a tow truck.

 

Sweet, thanks.

Yeah this is probably slightly over my needs because I don't do a lot of full backcountry water crossing type overland **** photo journeys, but I definitely do trips up fire roads to remote locations around Montana so I definitely want to start with some smaller VIP type items and then slowly build up from there. Brake light switch is a great example of something that, in spite of all my time on the forums, just this week realized is a smart thing to simply keep packed. Definitely plan on keeping a handful of items in the rig at all times - bare essential tools and small replacements as the default - then maybe having a separate tub with additional items as insurance when making more remote trips. I'll likely be cribbing some of your list as I get into it.

One step at a time though, first I have to make the cross country trip from PA to Montana this weekend **hold my beer...**

 

Did someone say overland ****???

 

Man that makes me want to get out!!!

Did an easy day trip on (Easter) Sunday....just to whet the appetite.

 

Rescue Tape, brake fluid, zip ties, tire (plug) repair kit, fire extinguisher.

 

hahahaha, yes that **** exactly! I'm definitely not there yet, currently just upgrading the road trip adventure rig from my old trusty stock ford ranger to explore the rockies. Really looking forward to something a bit newer all around, a nicer ride, more capable, more safe, and seats for more adults than than just me and my dog.

The truck isn't going anywhere though, it's just getting a bit long in the tooth so I'm gonna take some pressure off it as the "do everything always" vehicle.

 

I usually carry oil, water, coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid. Never know what leak you may get with these rovers and a little bit of each could make the difference between stuck on the trail and AAA, or AAA and hobbling to a auto shop. I also added a first aid kit (has come in handy at least 8 times from cuts, burns, to headwounds). Water and food for emergencies and convivence if needed. I usually buy a new 2 gallon jug for $1-$3 when it runs out. Fire extinguisher as better safe than sorry and while not often used, can make the difference between a few news parts or a car. I usually keep the fire extinguisher in the passenger door as a 2lb one fits well. First aid kit I strap to the very back grab handles on the roof so its visible. Not the best place as its hard to reach if your in the front, but couldn't think of a better place when I put it in. I carry a air compressor and jumper cables for when I see someone on the side of the road or when I end up there. I keep this stuff full time. But because I travel often I keep camping gear and recovery gear in 2 small totes. It takes up maybe 1/3 of the 3rd row area with everything. A bottle jack is nice if you have larger tires, sliders, or a lift. The factory jack works fine though.