Be Prepared for Touring
The following list of tools, parts and supplies is a good checklist when preparing your car for a tour. Why don't you post it in a convenient place in your garage? Once you're prepared for a tour, you'll feel more comfortable knowing that if a problem occurs, you'll have the tools and the spare parts to repair the problem. |
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| TOOLS | PARTS (pre-tested if possible!) |
| Jack and handle | Spark plug connectors |
| Starting crank | High tension coil lead |
| Tire pump | Fan belt |
| Ball peen hammer | Radiator hose set |
| Socket Wrench set 5/16-7/8 | Light bulb set |
| Adjustable wrench, small | Water pump packing |
| Box wrench 5/8 x 3/4 (generator) | Ignition Switch |
| Box wrench 1/2 x 9/16 (battery) | Ignition points |
| Screwdrivers | Condenser |
| Pliers | Spark plug |
| Wire cutter/crimper/stripper | Ammeter |
| Ignition tools (feeler gauge, file) | Ignition cable |
| Grease gun | Generator cutout |
| Flashlight | Tie rod and drag link spring |
| Tube patch kit | Timing gear |
| Electrical circuit tester | Brake spring assortment |
| Distributor shaft wrench | Stop light switch |
| Tire irons (2) | Starter switch |
| Knife, Scout type | Starter drive |
| Scissors (for gasket work) | Coil |
| Emergency flares or flashers | Fuel lines and fittings |
| Spark plug wrench that fits YOUR plugs | |
| Model A adjustable wrench | |
| Drift, 5/8" diameter, brass | |
| Drift, steel | |
| Socket, main bolts | |
| SUPPLIES | |
| Copper wire, #12 insulated, 10' | Carburetor gaskets |
| Bailing wire, iron, 10' | Sanding paper, find grade |
| Heavy string | Soap and talcum (for tires) |
| Electrical tape | Length of wood (2x4 x6") |
| Assorted bolts, nuts, cotter pins, etc | Wheel bearing grease |
| Gasket sealing compound | Service manual |
| Gasket material, 12" square | MAFCA roster |
| Fuel valve packing | Gallon of Water |
| Small springs assortment | Fuses |
| Rags | |
For A Long Trip, Include These Too:
| TOOLS | PARTS (pre-tested) |
| Timing Gear Wrench (5-Z-1832) | Water Pump, pre greased |
| Valve Guide Remover | Water pump gasket |
| Valve Spring Compressor | Fan (inspect for cracks!) |
| Rear hub puller, screw type | Carburetor |
| Distributor | |
| Distributor lower shaft | |
| Distributor cap, lid, rotor | |
| Valves, springs, guides (2 of each) | |
| Head gasket | |
| Manifold gaskets |
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