I don't think he's talking about doing an inframe at the Petro parking lot.
Couple of screwdrivers (phillips and flathead), hammer, pliers, maybe a couple of pair of vice grips, Adjustable wrench or 2. Bag o' zip ties.
What tools should I keep on my truck as a company driver?
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I haven't reviewed company policy on the matter yet, but I can't imagine they'd rather the truck sit for hours waiting for either a tow truck or a mobile mechanic then me tightening a hose clamp or doing some other simple repair.
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I’d take a small set of wrenches, a small ratchet set, and a few screw drivers and a hammer.
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Here are a few of my flatbed basics.
Flashlight for load and tire checking
Leatherman tool for a small things
Gorilla tape for quick fix of tarps
Zip ties for anything that needs attaching
Small ladder for securing and tarping,
Hammer or small sledge for tire thumping, nail pulling
Beefy scissors for cutting old straps
Tire pressure gauge
Spray lubricant for winches
Extra gladhand seals, cotter pins, fuses
Retractable painter pole for pulling securement through a load.
Can't help but put my own list up even though you aren't FBLast edited: Jul 21, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Basic set. You need a Phillips to change bulbs on newer Peterbilts, for instance. Bring a hammer. I have a 3lb Stanley. It can persuade stubborn things. Electric tester, tape, and connectors. Bring replacement lights. Dot doesn't need to be alerted.
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WD40 and duct tape. Baling wire maybe.
Said above but a couple of flashlights- a headlamp type is good too- with extra batteriesaustinmike, Lonesome and D.Tibbitt Thank this.
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