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What do you carry in your 4R all the time and why?

Discussion in 'General 4Runner Talk' started by AdmiralX, Mar 10, 2020.

  1. Jul 17, 2020 at 3:58 PM
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    lidz

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    Most replies got Jumper Cable/Starter, is it for 4Runner (unreliable battery? or use too much battery on other electronics while camping?), or just ready to help other cars?
     
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  2. Jul 17, 2020 at 5:04 PM
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    Are you going to put nails and barbed wire on that bat you ordered?
     
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  3. Jul 17, 2020 at 6:28 PM
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  4. Jul 17, 2020 at 7:14 PM
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  5. Jul 18, 2020 at 1:25 PM
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    It's because those of us who go long distances into nowhere to camp by ourselves want some redundancy in the electrical system to get the truck started in the event of a dead battery. It's not that the truck / battery is unreliable, but dead batteries can happen. Sometimes the onset of symptoms of a bad battery is really fast. Or, you might leave a dome light on all night by mistake, or accidentally leave the key on 'acc' all night. It happens. The little glove box sized pack could save a long walk out to cell range.
     
  6. Jul 18, 2020 at 8:17 PM
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    I didn't say "car problems" but "small problems" does include shredded tires and other non mechanical vehicle issues. This is my first 4 Runner but not nearly my first Toyota. The 4 Runner replaced a Gen 1 Sequoia and this is the other vehicle in my drive.

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  7. Jul 19, 2020 at 7:56 AM
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    That’s it man, and a roll of gorilla tape.
     
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  8. Jul 21, 2020 at 10:10 PM
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    Battery jump start, backup jumper cables, portable potties for the kids, tool bag, portable viair compressor, first aid kit and G19 with extra mag.

    All self-explanatory.
     
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  9. Mar 13, 2021 at 9:18 AM
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    Interesting idea to have a come-along - it seems like a lot of people have hi-lift jacks - which do you guys think is better for recovery a come-along or a hi-lift jack?
     
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  10. Mar 13, 2021 at 9:54 AM
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    For pulling a vehicle, a purpose built tool wins the day. But a Jack is better than nothing, imho.
     
  11. Mar 13, 2021 at 10:08 AM
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    Thank you
     
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  12. Mar 13, 2021 at 10:29 AM
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    As a last resort............:spending:
     
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  13. Mar 13, 2021 at 11:08 AM
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    Mine will have lug nut wrench, jack, extra hub for boat trailer, tool box, and a bucket with oil for boat motor and Stabil. Then some fishing equipment tackle boxes, backpack, extra life jackets and fishing electronics. Also, a cooler will always be available with cold beverages. Can't wait to get it and get the boat. Fish on
     
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  14. Mar 14, 2021 at 5:56 AM
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  15. Mar 14, 2021 at 11:00 AM
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    12v Air compressor, Winch/Recovery gear, traction boards, first aid, water, fire extinguisher, camp axe and shovel, gloves, a few hats, rain gear, two streamlight flashlights, a few knives, multi tool, extra change of clothes. Get home bag, Glock 42, and Mossberg 500 12g.
     
  16. Mar 14, 2021 at 11:16 AM
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    Safejack's 6 ton bottle jack w/extensions
    Hijack w safejack foot and stabilizing gear
    Safejack universal stability base for the bottle jack and hijack
    Deadman anchor
    Kinetic rope
    Maxtrax xtreme boards
    ARB’s premium recovery kit: a snatch strap, winch extension strap, tree trunk protector, snatch block, recovery damper, bow shackles and gloves
    Steel and soft shackles
    A recovery hitch
    Krazy Beaver shovel
    First responder aid kit
    Jumper cables
    Jump starter
    Trash bags (we pick up a lot of trash)
    Gloves
    Hiking poles
    Magnetic stick
    Walkie talkies (occasionally out to charge)
    Two small flashlights (fenix)
    A big Flashlight (lenser)
    A big viair compressor
    A small viair compressor
    ARB tire patch kit
    Fire blanket
    Gerber knife
    A Leatherman
    Axe
    Garmin Iradium Inreach mini

    Why? I have a miata and an Outback for daily drivers. The runner is for offroad only so I keep it equipped.
     
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  17. Mar 14, 2021 at 12:52 PM
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    I have this Hi-Lift "winching kit" plus some extra chain. I can't say its easy to use but it did get my Titan out of a ditch on a lonely road with no cell service. Just as scary to use as a come-a-long.
    https://www.amazon.com/Hi-Lift-Jack...t=&hvlocphy=9025153&hvtargid=pla-434878072254
     
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  19. Mar 14, 2021 at 3:00 PM
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    I keep a few things in the 4runner:
    -survival knife with a glass breaker pommel
    -flares
    -flashlight
    -emergency blanket
    -tow straps and d-rings
    -Ham radio
    -and detailed paper map of my state
     
  20. Mar 14, 2021 at 3:21 PM
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    Emergency medical bag
    Element fire suppression sticks element50
    Plastic Lawn bags
    Machete and axe and good hard knife
    Air pump
    Tool roll with sockets and screw drivers set
    Waterproof Heat blanket and spare blankets
    Duct and electrical tape
    Battery charger solar and standard plus a super capacity discharge
    Portable fire pit with cast iron skillet
    Protein bars and jerky and couple cans tuna
     
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  21. Mar 14, 2021 at 3:37 PM
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    All good ideas.
    Stash tools in bags in the various holes and slots in the cargo area. And under the wheel well trays. Use plastic tubs for the rest.
    The more you drive, camp, and travel long distance you’ll make a wishlist of what to bring next time.

    Remember that some items are early perishable from the heat they get in the vehicle. Like first aide kits, food, water, glues, tape, etc.
     
  22. Mar 14, 2021 at 3:48 PM
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    Nothing like a good check list. (Phone notes)

    Trip Gear


    Coffee & Sugar?
    Glasses
    Meds
    First Aid
    Toiletries (need a bar of soap?)
    Gum


    Phone charger
    Scala charger
    Lap Top charger
    Cig Lighter/USB adapter
    Garmin cable
    Go Pro cable


    Flash light
    Tools (for anticipated specific use)
    Stop & Go Flat Repair
    Jumper Battery


    Ear plugs
    Head sock(s)
    Pant-leg straps
    Jacket & Jacket liner
    Bahn Armor
    Chaps or Leather pants
    Summer & Winter gloves
    Cycling shorts - 2 pair Cannondale
    Rain suit, Boot & Glove covers
    Under Armor shirts > Black
    Jeans & "T”shirts
    Underwear
    Socks
    Fleece shirt(s)


    Shirts for on & off bike
    Driving/Street shoes


    Motel room wear
    Sweats & T-shirts
    Slippers


    What else?
     
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  23. Mar 14, 2021 at 6:53 PM
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    Agreed with what @Oldtoyotaguy said.

    A come-along is a great tool. A hi-lift is probably not as good for pulling, but it will work. A Hi-lift has other uses as well, but most folks usually consider it a last resort.

    I I were to choose one, I would get the Hi-lift with the accessory kit @Over the LINE mentioned.

    Also, learn how to use it before you get stuck. You don't want to be trying to figure it out when you're already in a situation. A Hi-lift is dangerous if you don't know how to use it. It can be dangerous even if you do.
     
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  24. Mar 14, 2021 at 8:47 PM
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    Glock 19 and spare mags for obvious reasons.
     
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  25. Mar 14, 2021 at 9:24 PM
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    Well yeah, but don’t tell them.
     
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  26. Mar 14, 2021 at 9:49 PM
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    All great suggestions. Rather than jumper cables, I recommend a lithium jump starter pack. You may have a dead battery with no one around to jump you.
     
  27. Mar 14, 2021 at 11:14 PM
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    I’m carrying both. I’d like to not carry the cables since they’re so bulky. But I haven’t had the occasion to use the jump pack yet to gain confidence in it. I’ve never needed to get my own rig jumped, I’ve only rendered help to others.
     
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  28. Mar 15, 2021 at 4:28 AM
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    You also need a super capacitor like autovit used it 3x works great totally charged a really dead battery in 3 minutes
    J
     
  29. Mar 15, 2021 at 6:02 AM
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    Water goes bad?
     
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    -Jet stove ( cans of soup or ramen noodles)
    -Fire starting kit
    -Stuffable down blanket
    -Fixed blade knife
    -Pack of Costco baby wipes
    -Tow strap
    -Ratchet straps
    - Rain coat ( it's Oregon)
    - First Aid kit/tourniquets
    -I always have a folding pocket knife and a pistol on me.
    We don't daily the 4runner we mainly drive it on weekends to go exploring. Usually throw a Stihl ms171 and an axe in for good measure.
     
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