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Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Highway Hypnosis, Mar 6, 2017.

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  1. Mar 6, 2017 #11
    HotH2o

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  3. Mar 6, 2017 #12
    cnsper

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    Vice grips for those pesky air leaks. Allen and torx wrenches. Air governor on my Detroit is held on by Allen head bolts.
     
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  4. Mar 6, 2017 #13
    OLDSKOOLERnWV

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    Always good to have a handful of tools. About 27 yrs ago, I rolled in the yard and parked, got out and walked in to the office. Pop as we called him owned the company, he ask how things went and I explained the situation of being broke down on my way in. That day Pop said something I will never forget.... Jim that's what I like about you, I know you will bring the truck back or come walking through the gate with the steering wheel in your hand! 2 other drivers setting there didn't know what yo say.
     
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  5. Mar 6, 2017 #14
    Highway Hypnosis

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    Yes... vice grips for many things (like sliding tandems)

    This will probably complete my list of 'must have' ideas for newer drivers:

    Q: How many of us have gotten stuck at a ####ty mud hole truck stop & no one had a chain

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    A 10,000lbs (or greater) tow strap is ideal in this scenario. Unlike a chain it can absorb some shock load.

    You turn the key & nothing happens. Instead of calling road service, try asking for a jump start using a professional set of cables:
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    Small cables could work but it takes a lot more time. Large cables can also be used to directly jump the starter in case of solenoid failure.
     
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  7. Mar 6, 2017 #15
    kemosabi49

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    Duct tape, WD40 and and electrical kit with wire stripper/crimper, elec tape and shrink to fit connectors.
     
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  8. Mar 6, 2017 #16
    strollinruss

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    Make sure you carry a spare set of belts and a break over bar for the tensioner.
     
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  9. Mar 6, 2017 #17
    AM14

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  10. Mar 6, 2017 #18
    bzinger

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    Bottle opener and cell phone lol
     
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  11. Mar 6, 2017 #19
    razor1983

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    Zip ties and WD40
     
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  12. Mar 6, 2017 #20
    AModelCat

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    A BFH (Big ####### Hammer)
     
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