What is essential in your toy box?

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I was looking at @Squatcher trailer and really impressed with the tools and items he had in it. Especially the tools and necessities for those oh Chit moments. I need to deck my trailer out for repairs and what nots. What are you required items.

Tools?

Chemicals?

Spare parts?

racks for whips, etc.

 
I don't know what he has in his trailer but I can tell you this.  He didn't go out and buy all that stuff on the first day it is an ongoing purchase/ collection. You have to also remember he has been doing this for a long time and has access to a RV repair facility 

Best thing is to have a basic tool kit, have some basic repair products.  bailing wire and duct tape is a great start. Then as time goes on you just keep adding to it. 

For the most part you just want to be able to get you thru a trip then fix it proper.

 
For starters....

1. Air compressor 

2.winch 

3. one of these...

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2dasand said:
I think you are talking about the wrong toy box.......
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C'mon...

Engine oil(toys and tow vehicle), trans fluid, gear box oil, P.S fluid, WD-40, silicone spray, chain lube, 2 stroke oil (if that's your style).

 
Tools, welder, air compressor, spare parts for all the toys.  something breaks buy two and keep the spare in the trailer.   Think of the things you use most and make it simple to get to and put back.  left blower and holder, flag holders and I still have to make up more Headset holders I had in my last trailer. The list goes on but I have parts for me and my camp if needed. Dewalt tool kit is awesome.  I also keep an ammo can full of nuts and bolts.  

 
Let's not forget all the various types and sizes of plugs you could need over a weekend..

 
Squatcher said:
Tools, welder, air compressor, spare parts for all the toys.  something breaks buy two and keep the spare in the trailer.   Think of the things you use most and make it simple to get to and put back.  left blower and holder, flag holders and I still have to make up more Headset holders I had in my last trailer. The list goes on but I have parts for me and my camp if needed. Dewalt tool kit is awesome.  I also keep an ammo can full of nuts and bolts.  
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I basically have all of this but the flag holders, leaf blower and welders. Just adding more stuff to my list. now just looking to get more wall mounts to hang stuff off of. That way i can clear out the sand rail box parts and sxs box parts. Now to organize I guess..

 
I keep a spare water pump (fresh water, not engine) for the RV in the RV. The RV water pump always decides to go out in the middle of nowhere on the first or second day of a multi day trip. Always works fine at home.

I also keep spare axles, cv's, hubs, spindles, tie rods, grease, water pump, alternator, starter, plug wires, heim joints, uniballs, and a full set of hardware for the car in the trailer. Hand cleaner comes in handy as well when having to work with the cv's.

Additional tools also include a test light, harbor freight multi meter, and an assortment of electrical connectors and a roll of 14g wire

 
A couple feet of PEX tubing and the crimp tool, couplings, clamps. 

1/4" fuel line for the genny along with barb couplings and hose clamps if it develops a leak.

Spray bottle with Dawn soap. 

5gal jug of fresh water to get by if water pump fails or fresh water tank develops a leak. 

5gal bucket to empty the grey tank if your grey fills up fast due to showers. Can also fill with sand and use as an anchor. 

Camping stove and a 1lb propane canister to get by if there is an issue with the trailer stove.  

Plastic safe Electronic cleaner spray for the trailer plug if it starts acting crazy on the drive. (pry the contacts back tight too)

Dry lube for the trailer door so it closes all smooth and nice. 

 
xtream1 said:
This is the most important back-up item!   In the form of $100 bills and a credit card with a high limit for when the tools and excess parts or motivation come up short!

It works for the toys as well as the motorhome in a pinch  LOL
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Always have that. 🤑 this is not a cheap hobby, i know.

 
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