Be Prepared For Anything When You Go Off Roading:P
Guys here is a checklist for you and your vehicle!
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[*]Check engine oil
[*]Check transmission oil
[*]Check brake fluid
[*]Check radiator coolant
[*]Check windshield wiper fluid
[*]Check fan belts
[*]Check hoses
[*]Check air cleaner
[*]Check for tire wear or damage
[*]Check brake pads & shoes (adequate braking pad material, in good condition and without contamination)
[*]Check for loose bolts or nuts throughout vehicle
[*]Grease all fittings (u-joints, steering)
[*]Check gear oils: transfer case/differentials, replace if necessary
[*]Check Winch for proper operation, check winch cable for kinks, frays or damage, straighten winch cable if necessary
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Winter Gear
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[*]Extra clothing
[*]Warm outer layers (jacket, wind breaker)
[*]Head gear (warm hat, hooded jacket)
[*]hand gloves (warm one)
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</TD><TD>Recovery Items
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[*]Tow straps - 2 or more, 2 inch width or wider, 20 foot or longer
[*]Shovel
[*]Winch Kit: tree strap, hi-lift jack, snatch block, pickle fork, shackle, gloves
[*]Snow tire chains
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</TD><TD>Versatile Items
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[*]Duct Tape
[*]Bailing wire
[*]Bungee cords, several in multiple sizes - good for securing gear, temporary repairs, etc.
[*]Rope lengths
[*]Super glue
[*]Epoxy
[*]Work Gloves, leather(chains)
[/LIST]<TABLE border=0 cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=2 width="100%"><TBODY><TR><TD bgColor=#ffffea colSpan=2>For the Vehicle</TD></TR><TR><TD>
</TD><TD>Fluids
[LIST]
[*]Engine Oil
[*]Brake Fluid
[*]Power steering fluid
[*]Automatic transmission fluid
[*]Coolant or Water
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[*]Camera
[*]Duct Tape
[*]Flashlight
[*]Lighter, matches
[*]A knife of some sort
[*]Toilet paper
[*]Towel
[*]Water purification pills
[*]Backpack/sacks
[*]Paper plates
[*]Paper towels
[*]Folding camping chairs
[*]Sleeping bag
[*]Sleeping pad or air mattress
[*]Hiking boots(long boots)
[*]Rain jacket
[*]Jacket
[*]Pocket knife
[*]Snacks
[*]Water
[*]Extra keys
[*]Hat
[*]Sunglasses and/or goggles
[*]Camera, case, film and batteries
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