Things to keep in your car

Things to keep in car

  • Service Information:
  • List of different lubricants
  • Original and replacement tire pressure
  • Spark plugs and torque (30 lbs)
  • A reminder to only put engine oil in the transmission
  • Top up rear end oil annually as low rear end oil causes axle breakage
  • Adjust the valves at least once a year regardless of mileage
  • Set timing to the third pointer


Parts to Carry:

  • Spare fuse(s)
  • Tune-up kit (points, condenser, rotor, cap and coil)
  • Fuel pump kit
  • Fan belt
  • Spare coil
  • Replacement dash bulbs and flasher
  • 20′ of wire
  • Gas can with fresh gas
  • Brake fluid
  • Gallon of water
  • Quart of oil


Tools:

  • Jack and lug wrench
  • Metric Crescent wrench – Contact Gaines for sources
  • Flathead Screwdriver
  • Phillips head screwdriver
  • Sockets and a driver
  • Small 1/4″ wrench for brake adjusters or Austin brake adjusting tool
  • Small cigar lighter air compressor or a can of air for the tires
  • Test light
  • Jumper cables
  • Tow strap


Other Things to Carry:

  • Interchangeable parts compendium
  • MOCNA roster
  • Cell phone
  • Clean rags
  • Examining gloves
  • Hand cleaner
  • Duct tape
  • Coat hanger

John Silman
MOCNA 9291