What tools, sockets do you carry..

[atchcraft]

I carry the tools required to replace a CV axle. I figure if I brake something worse then that I'm screwed anyway. All tools required to do a CV are the same required other minor repairs I have found.

I’d been carrying the same tool bag for years. It changed slightly with different rigs, but basically the same. The first time I broke an axle and tie rod, I completely changed my on-board kit, based on that experience. Now, every time I do anything major on my truck, I work out of that bag so I don’t miss anything. On my truck, it takes 4 fat women and a team of Clydesdales to remove my right CV axle, so I always carry a slide hammer.

I carry an impact, so I found a nice socket set, on amazon, that combines SAE and Metric sockets to save space and weight. I also got rid of the stuff that will never be used. BTW, the axle nut is 35mm, at least on my rig.

 

[honda250xtitan]

socket, extension, breaker bar just to make changing a flat easier. Tow strap. thats it. Forest service roads and light offroading don't really justify anything more. Plus i hate when things rattle around. If something breaks down i'll have someone bring my f250/trailer up and go from there lol.

 

[jkaylen]

Survey of Socket/Wrench Sizes

I looked at Okki's and mrblah's list and then did a quick overview of my vehicle.

mrblah listed a 9mm, where did you use that? I couldn't find any bolts needing it. I have some 8mm on accessories.

17mm is def needed for sway bars (kdss) and body mounts
14mm (and wrench) is need for exhaust and bumper
19mm (missing from Okki's) is used for bumper and the rear arms (not sure what they are called)
24mm wrench could be used for tie rods, but I use an adjustable rods
10, 12, & 13 for a bunch of stuff recommend both socket and wrench for those (needed for 14 and I need for 19 for my rack)

I have found NO use for 6, 7, 9, 11, 15, 16 & 18 so I'll be removing those to not only save weight/space, but to make it easier to pull out the correct size while I am working.

Keeping 10, 12, 13, 14, 17, & 19 (50% of my set)/ size long & 3/8's driver. 8, 10 (holding bolts as tightening wrenches), 14 (for struts), 17 (tight spaces), 19 (for rack) in wrenches. Will probably keep 12 and 13 wrenches too, though not sure if needed.

Looking forward to feedback on if I am missing anything.

 

[tringalama]

I looked at Okki's and mrblah's list and then did a quick overview of my vehicle.

mrblah listed a 9mm, where did you use that? I couldn't find any bolts needing it. I have some 8mm on accessories.

17mm is def needed for sway bars (kdss) and body mounts
14mm (and wrench) is need for exhaust and bumper
19mm (missing from Okki's) is used for bumper and the rear arms (not sure what they are called)
24mm wrench could be used for tie rods, but I use an adjustable rods
10, 12, & 13 for a bunch of stuff recommend both socket and wrench for those (needed for 14 and I need for 19 for my rack)

I have found NO use for 6, 7, 9, 11, 15, 16 & 18 so I'll be removing those to not only save weight/space, but to make it easier to pull out the correct size while I am working.

Keeping 10, 12, 13, 14, 17, & 19 (50% of my set)/ size long & 3/8's driver. 8, 10 (holding bolts as tightening wrenches), 14 (for struts), 17 (tight spaces), 19 (for rack) in wrenches. Will probably keep 12 and 13 wrenches too, though not sure if needed.

Looking forward to feedback on if I am missing anything.

Very practical approach.

Also, here is a great video and a carry bag to go along with it:

The Essential Tool Kit for Taking Your Toyota Off-Road - YouTube

The Essential Tool Kit for Taking Your Toyota Off-Road - Overland Outfitters

 

[2AM1LT4]

I carry majority of all Metric sockets and wrenches (including multiple 10mm in both lol).

I have some SAE basic sizes incase i run into others who need help. Various pliers and cutters. Screw drivers in all lengths and sizes.

I own the bags from Blue Ridge Overland and love them! I have them organized in there. One thing i carry on hand and have used suprisingly alot is electrical components. Wire, Connectors, Fuses etc.

I'd like to expand my tool storage into parts one day. Such as spare belts, radiator hoses etc.

 

[mrblah]

I looked at Okki's and mrblah's list and then did a quick overview of my vehicle.

mrblah listed a 9mm, where did you use that? I couldn't find any bolts needing it. I have some 8mm on accessories.

17mm is def needed for sway bars (kdss) and body mounts
14mm (and wrench) is need for exhaust and bumper
19mm (missing from Okki's) is used for bumper and the rear arms (not sure what they are called)
24mm wrench could be used for tie rods, but I use an adjustable rods
10, 12, & 13 for a bunch of stuff recommend both socket and wrench for those (needed for 14 and I need for 19 for my rack)

I have found NO use for 6, 7, 9, 11, 15, 16 & 18 so I'll be removing those to not only save weight/space, but to make it easier to pull out the correct size while I am working.

Keeping 10, 12, 13, 14, 17, & 19 (50% of my set)/ size long & 3/8's driver. 8, 10 (holding bolts as tightening wrenches), 14 (for struts), 17 (tight spaces), 19 (for rack) in wrenches. Will probably keep 12 and 13 wrenches too, though not sure if needed.

Looking forward to feedback on if I am missing anything.

lol i have alot of aftermarket bolt on accessories that use 9 and 11 nuts. Yeah, but for most people they won't need it.

 

[jdm-v35]

As far as tools I carry full sets of SAE and metric 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2" drive ratchet/socket sets up to 22mm, and a 35mm axle socket and assorted extensions. crescent wrenches, full set of all types of pliers, full sets of SAE and metric wrenches, full sets of allen and torx wrenches, full set of screwdrivers and a couple hundred zip ties of course.

I also have a full winch recovery kit and 30' tow strap and battery jumper.

 

[Jakeepoo3]

I carry the tools required to replace a CV axle. I figure if I brake something worse then that I'm screwed anyway. All tools required to do a CV are the same required other minor repairs I have found.

I live in the Arkansas Ozarks national forest so im off road more than I drive on streets. I do about the same thing. Spare CV axle and all the tools required which isn't really that much. A handful of box wrenches covers pretty much everything involving suspension components. Two box wrenches equals breaker bar. I obviously carry recovery tools. I off road solo because I don't like humans very much and the rush of getting stuck alone in noman's land intoxicates me. I don't run a winch because that's too easy. A heavy duty come along, chain, an extra jack, and stacking rocks has gotten me out of being stuck more times than I can count over more than ten years in my Runner. I've only been seriously stranded once and I don't have phone service and there's no signal out there anyways. Yes I'm a country f_ck . I always carry a duffel bag with extra clothes some survival food, camp gear and a sleeping bag for emergencies that can't be fixed on trail..

 

[Jakeepoo3]

I almost forgot one of the most important things. A trusty chainsaw if you're in the forest.

 

[DAW89446]

Ok, I've searched but can find anything.. Anyone got tips on recommendations?

After 17 years with my '02 Tacoma TRD, driving a high percentage of off roading and carrying two 50 caliber ammo cans full of tools and supplies that were never used, got rusty and unusable, I don't carry anything in my '18 T4R. Except a jumper box.

 

[Xtremluck]

I live in the Arkansas Ozarks national forest so im off road more than I drive on streets. I do about the same thing. Spare CV axle and all the tools required which isn't really that much. A handful of box wrenches covers pretty much everything involving suspension components. Two box wrenches equals breaker bar. I obviously carry recovery tools. I off road solo because I don't like humans very much and the rush of getting stuck alone in noman's land intoxicates me. I don't run a winch because that's too easy. A heavy duty come along, chain, an extra jack, and stacking rocks has gotten me out of being stuck more times than I can count over more than ten years in my Runner. I've only been seriously stranded once and I don't have phone service and there's no signal out there anyways. Yes I'm a country f_ck . I always carry a duffel bag with extra clothes some survival food, camp gear and a sleeping bag for emergencies that can't be fixed on trail..

Lets be friends

Although going winchless would be too much for me. I love to use mine.

 

[Xtremluck]

This is the load out that I carry full time
Minus the cv axle I only bring that on rowdy trails.

-Full set of Metric / SAE sockets + 35mm socket
-Full set of Metric / SAE wrenches
-Plumbers wrench for inner tie rods
-Hammers
-Hex wrenches
-Pliers, screwdrivers, channel locks
-Spare inner and outer tie rods
-Spare CV
-Spare drive belt
-Oil, ATF, Brake Fluid
-Tire repair kit

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[Jakeepoo3]

Lets be friends

Although going winchless would be too much for me. I love to use mine.

Haha I'll be in the Ozarks Forest! 3000 miles of beautiful ohv trail. It can get rowdy and rough out here, hope you like to get crazy! People think I'm nuts going solo not to mention winchless.

 

[jdm-v35]

This is the load out that I carry full time
Minus the cv axle I only bring that on rowdy trails.

-Full set of Metric / SAE sockets + 35mm socket
-Full set of Metric / SAE wrenches
-Plumbers wrench for inner tie rods
-Hammers
-Hex wrenches
-Pliers, screwdrivers, channel locks
-Spare inner and outer tie rods
-Spare CV
-Spare drive belt
-Oil, ATF, Brake Fluid
-Tire repair kit

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That choice of spare parts is a good idea. Do you have a place to stash them?

 

[patkelly4370]

Tools? It's a 4runner. We don't need no steenkin tools!

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[DAW89446]

That choice of spare parts is a good idea. Do you have a place to stash them?

That's what I was thinking looking at some of these lists and photos. We drive 4Runners, not U-Haul trucks ... :focus:

 

[Xtremluck]

That choice of spare parts is a good idea. Do you have a place to stash them?

Yes believe it or not everything fits in that Front Runner box. The only exception is the CV axle which I just put in the cargo area cinched down.

 

[Xtremluck]

That's what I was thinking looking at some of these lists and photos. We drive 4Runners, not U-Haul trucks ... :focus:

When you drive in very remote places with technical terrain these tools and spare parts are 100% necessary in my opinion.

If you are "overlanding" as defined by people in the US aka cruising graded dirt roads. Then yes you're right in that scenario carrying things like a spare CV axle is probably overkill.

 

[hunnnnerr]

I carry a small Dewalt socket set that I picked up from Costco a couple of years ago. I've really only ever used the 10mm-14mm on my 4Runner, but I've had other sizes come in handy when needing to disassemble cargo.

 

[CutthroatSlam]

It is cool to actually see guys who wrench on their Toyotas, because it would seem like the overwhelming majority on these forums are dealership queens.

Here’s a tool, on sale NOW, that I would highly recommend:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-...ngle-Impact-Wrench-Tool-Only-R8721B/324715887

I was looking at these right angle impacts a couple weeks back and they were listed at $322, now at $129 they are a steal. Milwaukee makes a good one, but it’s rated for 225 ft lbs and costs $229. This one is rated 250 ft lbs and is rated 250 ft lbs. I ordered two, thinking to cover my Fullerton home and Montana ranch, but the second will be a March B’day to my son who lives about 2 long blocks away from me in Fullerton.

I have three of the Rigid mid-sized 1/2” impacts rated 450 ft lbs on and love them. One stays in my wife’s 4Runner kit and another stays in my K2500 Suburban kit. Got my son one and he too loves it. These right angle ones will make certain work easier, such as brake caliper removal. If you’re going to be replacing CV axles out on the trail, you’re going to need an impact wrench for the axle nut and a large flat blade screw driver or a pry bar to get them out of the differential.