Cosco has a $6 heavy duty insulated shopping cloth bag, but when I put ice in it leaked out everywhere. So now I Just put in tools in 1.&2nd bag for Can food like sardines, tuna, & 2 rolls paper towels,etc. & of course Good spring water. &3rd bag for 2 sets of clean clothes=I got on jeans so in bag is cutoffs& nicer new long ones.etc. & toothbrush etc. (My sister got a 3pack bags at BJs & they don't leak, so I confiscated 1 for ice=Just in cace, Ha.Ha.Ha, & God bless everybody more in&by Jesus !!! yes&amen
Hey Cody, I can't use the links because they direct me to the us Amazon site, but I need to buy from the german Amazon site. It's there a way to use the links or another code when buying the same tools from the German sure so that you get a little money, too?
@@treyhart6861 believe me, I switched completely to knipex pliers, you won't regret it. You will buy them, use them for whole life and some distant day in the future, your kids will use them. Those are built to last.
It's pretty easy to sew your own tool roll, then you get pockets made specific to whatever tools you want to carry. A sewing machine is just another power tool.
Agree. I made my own after buying a wrench roll on Amazon. Some is these new wrench rolls are too small for ratcheting wrenches. I had to custom fit my pockets for the wrenches that I had. The ratcheting wrenches are just a big bigger on the end. With that said. I don’t know who thinks what I’d Hart brand tools but they now have sets of ratcheting wrenches available with a wrench roll included. That is a big beef if mine. I wish Home Depot and some of the big box stores would carry wrench rolls and tool rolls. Instead of having to order them. I wish car hart or bucket boss was available at Home Depot or Lowe’s.
If anyone does decide to make their own wrench roll. I recommend the material used for outdoor furniture. Walmart carries it. I think it’s called tuff cloth. That is what I used for mine. Then I used ratchet straps for the closure.
I know little about sewing, 8th grade Home Ec was a LONG time ago , will look for the tuff cloth. What does a guy need to know about thread for such a project?
@@sethlavinder So, it is called Pro Tuff at walmart. it is in the section of the fabric that has like the fake leather stuff. When I was at my walmart a few days ago they had gray, green, black, a tan I really liked, and red, and a bright blue. I always thought a bright blue roll for metric wrenches and a red roll for standard would be cool. Anyhow, when it comes to a sewing machine, the sewing part is easy, you just need to know you machine. the first thing that you will run into is tension issues. Not a big deal, you can youtube it and it will help you figure out those problems. But when you get sewing you will be able to hear your machine and get the feel for it and then you will know when there is a issue, that is, a thread snaps, or something. Again, the tension is the big issue most of the time. Most domestic machines go up to 9 I think on the tension. When is way too high. The best test is to thread the thread all through the machine and pull on the top thread, the one that goes through the needle and if it has slight tension, it should be good. Also, thread the bobin. There is no tension setting that I can remember on my machine for the bobbib, but you want the thread to make the shape of the letter P when you thread the bobbin. Again, youtube is your best friend for this. As far as thread, common thread is good, upholstery thread would be better, but I could not find any at my walmart. Double stich. Again, youtube. Also, the pro tuff material is more of a plastic material, so if you poke a hole in it, it will stay there. It won't "heal" like on most fabric. Just keep that in mind. Also, I am learning about two layers of fabric is best for a tool roll. Too many layers, or a thick layer plus tools it won't roll well, and it will me more of a fold than a roll. I know I am long winded, but I hope this helps.
Here is the list… Traction Chains (square link cross bars) Tensioner - bungees Cat litter (2 lbs I’d double bag) Shovel - mil surplus Gloves Saw - folding hand saw Axe Hatchet Gloves Raincoat with hood Space blanket (ground cloth) Signaling devices - led flashers Towing/retrieval Tow rope - 20 foot Receiver Hitch shackle w/ pin Soft shackles - pair Tools - Carhart tool roll Tool roll Channel lock pliers Adjustable wrench Screwdrivers (flat/phillips) Small hand saw - opinel Sawzall blade for metal File Ferro rod Screwdriver handle with bits Electrical tester Allen wrenches (std & metric) Zip ties Fixed blade knife Tire plug kit Air pump Electrical tape - roll Fire starter - bic lighter, waterproof matches, tinder Jumper wires with alligator clips Ear protection Cell phone chargers (cables, power plug) Other Good flashlight with extra batteries GPS - when you have to walk out Duct tape Pen (sharpie) and waterproof paper First aid kit with tourniquet Ice scraper/brush Jump starter with usb for phones Fire extinguisher (Amerex) Get a state map/atlas Wipes (wet wipes) Small bags/backpacks to store items Blanket (emergency, wool)
As a non-truck owner, I love this time of year and video! Keeps me abreast of what I should expect others to have should I get in trouble :) just kidding, I incorporate a lot of this into my car, can't wait to watch the whole video on the TV with some popcorn.
@I OFFER YOU THIS The older trucks get worse gas millage and the newer ones you might aswell sell a kidney for, I drive a 94 ford but it would probably be smarter to drive a car honestly.
I got one from tractor supply - “ snatch strap “ generic brand and I compared to a friends bubba. I was suprised that thing had Kevlar stiiching 4 rows deep, 25’ with loops. Haven’t used it but for 50 some bucks. Not saying I’m going to king krawler but it it’s a little piece of mind.
Don't forget to put some food / snacks that you can grab if you have to walk along way or if you stay in your vehicle and it's a long time until someone drives by. Can also be a lifesaver if you're diabetic. Have a Jesus filled day everyone Greg in Michigan
I love my military entrenching tools. I collected several over the years. Hard to find now. That unit you show looks good. If you're in the military don't call it a shovel. You may wind up on latrine duty. Your advice on this kit is top notch.
Carried my chains in the trunk winter after winter. Almost throw them out a couple a years ago. One day i was riding home with my four year old daughter and got stuck just two miles before my homestead. Man was i glad to have them chains still on board. Happy to see you using Knipex. Only brand of pliers i use. Both professionaly and at home. Greetings from the Alps where winter hopefully is still a couple a weeks away - i still have a few cords of firewood to chop....
I always look forward to this videos every year. Being from the Midwest, winter is definitely harsh as well. Cody, your kit has definitely inspired most items in my kit (as small as it may be at the moment). But I will be adding on as time goes on.
I have a 95 F150 and it's a 2wd. I have a set of nice tire chains that have the ribbed for the icey weather. My grandpa used this truck for years in the winter and he swore by tire chains and he just recently got a 4x4 truck. I love my truck hopefully it will be reliable in the winter! Also I like the idea of tool kits. My tool kits aren't as extensive yet but I like everything you said.
never under estimate a 2wd truck...with a bit of common sense and a few traction aids they can get you most places. I have a 17 ram 1500 2wd ex-Fastenal truck I bought for under 20k with 20k miles on it..i replaced the factory tires with "pizza cutter" 255/80r17s all terrains,installed a limited slip diff and keep 300lb tools and gear in the bed..it doesn't replace a 4wd but handles snowstorms and mud well enough for me.
@@Greatlakesprepper I don't under estimate it. I am just used to a 97 GMC Z71 that was 4x4. The Ford is definitely alot more sturdy and I have 15inch tires on my F150 and I like how it is. I'm excited to see how it is for me. My days of being real stupid with trucks are behind me. Having kids and a wife at home gives me more reason to drive responsibly and not like a young jackass. I need to add sand bags in the bed before winter gets here in Iowa that's for sure.
@@iowafox2206 Had an 89 GMC Sierra that had broken the transfer case and I didn't have the $$ to get it fixed for a while (effectively 2wd). It's impressive how much traction a bed full of wet snow adds.
I used action parkers in the bed of the truck with a couple tie downs and old gym/duffle bags in the trunk of the car to keep things organized in the winters since I could drive.
Backcountry avalanche shovels also work quite well and the heavier ones aren't too expensive, they pack down great. I just keep mine in the car all the time and when I'm out skiing it's one less thing to remember when leaving the house.
I do this but I take it a step further. I have a black tool bag with complete sets of 1/4”, 3/8”, and 1/2” drive sockets, metric and standard. All types of screwdrivers, Allen wrenches, multiple sets of different pliers, along with a complete set of normal wrenches from 1/4” and 7mm, to 1” and 24mm. I don’t need half of it but it’s nice when you come across someone who needs a tool they don’t have and you do.
I run FedEx ground trucks and vans. Winter time we always dispatch our vehicles with 5 gal of chicken grit for traction. Has saved us many tow bills! From your Midwest friends in WI.
Hey Cody I agree after many years of trying differing "options" for storage I have become a "BAG MAN"! It's so MUCH easier as a Senior citizen to move many smaller bags than to hoist my HEAVY Plastic Toolbox in and out of the truck...(Mrs. WRANGLESTAR is RIGHT on this one ;) Thanks for the WINTER PREP video... as a former Heavy equipment hauler and Professional Truck Driver I can attest to the wisdom of your choices..they are born of necessity and experience. I feel sorry for those who have not grown up with "Grandpa's wisdom.."
I LOVE the Delorme gazetteer books!! The pockets on the back of the front seats are just the right size to keep them. I also love my phone's GPS but sometimes the big picture is more helpful.
Great suggestions! The other nice part about keeping the gear in smaller bags is that it’s easier to tuck out of sight of a would be window smasher/ thief.
Very similar to my setup as a big rig driver. I have a big set for the semi and a day to day set for my Silverado. In the rig, I keep both a lightweight shovel and rake on the catwalk with one quick detach handle for them both. I have my medkit, space blanket, change of clothes, a box of hothands in a storage bin, traction agent, hazmat kit, two sharp knives (one always on me), an O'Light Warrior, a full toolkit (wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, duck tape, etc), and a case of water just in case I get stuck somewhere and need to stay hydrated. My pickup had most of that, albeit in a more compact form factor. The Silverado also has a thick tow rope with both D ring couplers and Bubba style. I keep a survival kit in there as well, including matches and a Leatherman.
Another nice place to store a blanket is right on the back seat of your truck. It helps to protect it from kids jumping in and out and it’s there when you may need it.
I keep a small 3/8 socket set onboard all my vehicles along with some various hand picked tools. Also you can get a small air pump (size of a half brick) that plugs into a 12v car outlet. It's slow but it will reinflate a tire in about 5 min.
I don't normally leave comments, but I love these preparedness videos. I live in Michigan and have a cabin in Northern MI (OMG, does that make me an East Coaster??). Helpful tips, keep these coming!
i got 6 soft shackles to give out as christmas gifts this year. Cheap amazon ones, but the cheap one i have used myself did not damage from being used as a connection between a 100hp 4wd tractor pulling a immovable tree stump, buried all four tires
Love the videos. Had a chance to meet Mrs. W this weekend. Felt bad bothering her while she was with friends but awesome to see her in person. She was just as nice as I thought she would be. You have a awesome family. God bless
Those knipex adjustable pliers are amazing. I have different cobra's though, with a button like the adjustable wrenches. I need another set for the car, i use them at home all the time. They are so good.
To add to this great list, from someone who works out of a truck in the field and covers 75k+ miles a year doing so. In addition to a really good, bright flashlight, keep a rechargeable head lamp (for hands free, but follows your line of sight). I also, year round, keep a pair of good denim overalls, with a long sleeve workshirt, a pair of clean dry socks, and a pair of underwear rolled up in the overalls. I think most of us men here know that even if you did what you had to do, to get going again, nothing kills your mental moral like being in soaking wet clothes (unless youre at the lake on vacation). Changing out of wet clothes can 180 a bad day instantly. AND, theres some men that will appreciate just the underwear being on standby if you know what I mean (prob those soy boys you talk about lol, but it can happen to the best of us!) Our Texas climate is a bit more hospitable in the winter, so I keep a backpacking hammock in the truck too. I regularly have down time, and being able to stretch out vs. sitting upright, or worse, at an odd angle with the seat frame stabbing your lumbar in a truck you already practically live in is a real bummer. Even when its cold, just stretching back with your coveralls and coat on makes a huge difference in that power nap. One end hooks to truck tailgate latch pin/stud or tie down point just inside the tailgate, and the other can hook to another truck, tree, lamp post etc near you. Some eating utensils. I bought 2 sets of the Gerber stackable backpacking ones, but a fork, knife and spoon from the goodwill is just as good stashed in your console. With the rise of delivery food, I cant tell you how many times the boss/client has ordered a spread up for everyone at lunch and the driver brings food for 6, and utensils for 2. Im certainly not making my boss or client eat with their fingers while I take the utensils.. But I dont want to eat with my fingers either when its not tacos or pizza.. One for me and one for someone else in need if so. Washes off easily and always in the console. Lastly, some form of stable food and some bottled water. Even if its just a few bottles and some cliff bars, Ive given away as many as Ive eaten. Like you said many other people you come across are ill prepared. A stranded /crashed motorist in a remote are may just as hangry as they are scared, and offering a bit of cliff bar and a water can make them at ease and certainly help them feel a bit better till real help arrives if everything else is ok, or your work buddy just didnt pack a lunch and youre too far out to run get something - dont want him hangry at 3 pm with a couple more hours to go! Next time he might buy you an actual diner meal to repay that $1 water and $1 snack too.
Just finished reading your book. I enjoyed it, thanks for taking the time to write it when you did. The last page is probably my favorite however I think it's great at introducing many things someone will experience when following a similar path.
As a non professional homeowner I often procrastinate... I remember watching your LAST years video on winter vehicle preparedness and remember saying " I will get more of this stuff by next winter... Well still in same boat haha! Thank you for the reminder! Here in the EAST coast we have lots of ice storms so everything you said is a must for sure! God Bless!
I bought three action packers for 3 uses. #1 recovery gear, including piston jack, soft shackles, bubba rope, hitch with shackle, signaling devises, tarp. rain coat. #2 dedicated camping gear (basic) including stove, propane canisters, hatchet, tarps, freeze dried meals (4), jetboil, coffee, cups, stainless teapot, titanium spoons and pots. #3 fire starting kit. 8 ways to light a fire, including tinder. All in the bed of my F150. Also, I also LOVE my knipex wrenches. Also, I dig the tool roll. I’ve even gone as far as to cut the cargo pockets off of my worn out Carhart work pants and save those for tool storage.
On my journeys across I-90 and highway 26, I always packed a “Navajo rug” to lay on in the snow if I had to put chains on or do something else, or keep warm if broke down.
East coast guy moved west here. This will be my first winter with REAL snow. Thanks for all the tips! I've got most of that gear from being being prepared in General, but there's a few good pickups ill be sure to get! Appreciate the advice Cody!
Great vid. Another one to consider is supplement traction for the boots. Something like Yak Tracks or one of the other similar products. If you fall on the ice and hurt yourself, especially when you're trying to extract the car from being stuck, you're doubly hosed.
Wood ash under tires has amazing gripability! I was able to get a seven ton dually ambulance unstuck from deep ruts in wet clay. I see you are producing some in the background!
I understand that feeling you expressed about loosing a truck to a fire. I lost my 1995 F150 XLT to an electrical fire inside the dash. I couldn't tear the dash apart fast enough to get an extinguisher onto the fire. Not a fun time explaining to my wife that our only working vehicle at the time just burned to the ground because of a shorted out wire harness.
I’ve gotten asked why I carry stuff like this in my truck I’ve told them I’ve been in situations where I needed it but didn’t have it so now I’m always prepared and I slowly add stuff that I’ve realized that I’ve needed
Cody, you should include some liquid soap, it will help you locate a puncture (you have everything to repair it but nothing to locate it) and can be used for lubrication etc.
Hi Cody I am new to this channel. You are great value I am learning a lot. Just sorting my wagon up in the Highlands of Scotland it is Snowing now. Will sort my gear out within a few days. Thanks for your knowledge. God Bless you and your family.
I still use the Rubbermaid cargo boxes, (in the covered bed of the truck), and I always feel well prepared for winter driving. Having said that, I agree they can be a hassle in actual use.
Very Good Advice For Winter Time or any Time really..I Always keep a Pair of Coverall's & Gloves behind The Truck Seat & a old Pump shot Gun in the front Seat of the truck as well as a Good log chain & Clevis or 2 in the Tool box With a Chain Saw and a Axe ..This may all Seam like a little much & may be for a Appalachian Mountain Winter (at least for the last 2-3years)But I have Needed Every Single Item in my Kit at One point or another & Most Are used a lot More..like the log Chain & Clevis's/Shackle Chain saw & Axe are almost used weekly at least once ! Very Solid Advice Thanks For Trying to Educate Folks That Need It !
Been working on better organization of my truck since having a kid and wanting a better way to secure things in my truck cab. For what it's worth, I drive a 2002 chevy 1500 extended cab and the Home Depot Husky 18" 14 pocket zippered tool bag fits absolutely perfectly under my rear seat. I bought two so one side has towing/recovery and the other is tools. The plan is the thread the shoulders straps through the seat posts to hopefully keep things in place a little better in the event of a crash. Anyway, maybe this solution will work for someone else as well.
I also throw 4-5 contractor trash bags into my kit. Emergency ponchos and a cheap ground tarp. I once gave one to a lady to kneel on in wet snow when she was needing to fix something going wrong with her car. When new, out of the box, they fold down very tight.
Thanks Cody! I look forward to these videos, I live in the Midwest the weather can be brutal to say the least I watched it twice already. Love your stove in the background with the flame flickering
I just went through my truck kits last week. In-addition to most of what you carry, I have the parts and tools I'd need to replace a hub on any of the three trailers I regularly tow. One thing I like to do when working on my Truck, RV, or Boat, even at my home/shop, is use the tools I carry on-board. That way, if I'm missing something I can add it to the kit.
I try not to travel too far in the winter, however I do carry a 35 liter get home bag with plenty of gear to get me home safely and a large tote with blankets, boots, socks, gloves, etc. Two must have things I always keep in my bag, if I leave town is a ham radio and hand warmers (and the trusty cell phone). Good luck with your winter travels! Stay safe!
In the winter time I keep my coveralls and a cold weather sleeping bag in my truck. And my bushcraft pack and gear is in there 24/7/365 and serves as what many would call a get home bag I guess.
I like the idea of not all being in one box. I put together a kit from under the back seat of my truck for the wife’s van on a family camping trip. Hatchet was near the bottom of the box and I had to unpack the whole setup to get to it so I could split kindling and drive a tent peg. Of course I had taken the hatchet out of the camping kit to use in the backyard a few months prior.
My "Winter Prep" bag in Florida is a lot less extensive. 🤣🤣 Primarily: snacks (lots of them), tools, fire extinguisher, flashlight, blankets, rain gear, & emergency flasher. (All those other things I don't have are good suggestions for y'all northerners tho.)
Thanks you reminded me to check my generator before it gets to cold. That and spear parts for the kerosene heater snow blower. Another bit of useful kit is self fusing silicone tape for busted radiator hoses and pipes.
I always carry a decent auto scan tool with me. With the new vehicles it can give you direction for the repair and save you if you were to break down. Might just be something we do on the east coast though. Lol. Great video by the way.
Some emergency food along with candles can go a long way in the wintertime especially if you are on roads that don't get much traffic. Usually some high Energy bars and trail mix keep pretty good in the wintertime just remember to swap it out once in awhile. Thanks for the tips and info.
My daily commute is short and in town these days, but when I used to drive a lot in rural areas I always had a few of those big jars of honey roasted peanuts in the car.
Awesome tips. I recently had an idler seize on my truck and burned through the belt. I was able to free the idler and I had a spare belt. But I didn't have a 1/2" ratchet or breaker bar to loosen the tensioner. I had 2 crow bars and neither would work. My wife had to bring me my breaker bar. I was able to get home. I was only about 2 miles from home but it was a bad narrow two lane highway. Next trip to flea market I'm looking for a cheap ratchet or breaker bar to keep in truck.
like everything on the list, I added one more item last winter that is the over the boot ice grippers, keep them under the seat used them several times
One thing I learned in a recent roll over was please secure your vehicle med kits. Thankfully I didn’t need mine but if I did it flew 30’ down in a gully. I always felt prepared until I looked down and saw that. God was with me so I only reinjured an old back wound and was able to retrieve it. Strap em down!
Thank you for this, my family is leaving California soon and these are things I hadn’t need to consider. I mean I’m north enough for snow driving but that’s cal snow, not real weather. Anyhow, I draw long so I’ll stop there and give you my thanks for the consideration to things that I’ve not faced so far…
It was such a nice treat to hear that you watch AvE. Another great preparedness video Cody, thanks for giving such advice to us young men and being such a great example !
For a second there, I thought you were going to include the EcoFlow in your kit! In newer cars/trucks, handy to have an OBD2 reader. The newer ones link right into your phone to make diagnostics easier.
I use a traction bladder secured in the bed of my truck during the winter and I can still haul when I need to. The extra weight helps if I need to pull someone out of a ditch
the tyre plugs in my book are a massive essential I've helped countless people with those are they are always extremely thanks. the plug kit kits has paid its self many times over in beer (the currency here in Australia) i recommend having more than 3 plugs tho ive has holes that need 3 plugs to fix love the channel
Never needed to use a Fire Extinguisher on my own vehicles but have used mine on 6 others, enough to stop 4, and enough to delay till the Fire Dept got to the location. In Aus, if you stop even to give the Extinguisher to another and keep going on a job you get another to replace for free.
Those kinetic extraction ropes saved a bunch of stuck vehicles last season. Definitely consider them a vital addition to the kit, with no question. I'm very grateful for that recommendation, Cody :)
