Going on long trip, what should I bring?

[Rashole]

I am planning on taking my first long trip in my powerstroke. I will be traveling from Ohio to Idaho. What should I take with me in case of a breakdown. I know there are certain parts that are known to fail, sometimes quite often. What do you guys keep in your truck on long hauls.

[gaspipe]

The only thing that ever stranded me in my '97 F350 was a bad cam position sensor.

[backwoodsboy]

CPS, serpentine belt, idler pulley, fuel filter.
Oh and a tow rope, to help out all the dodge and chevy guys you find stranded along the way

[gaspipe]

Originally Posted by backwoodsboy

Oh and a tow rope, to help out all the dodge and chevy guys you find stranded along the way

I've been on the wrong end of that rope myself..

[Patrick Feeley]

Stuff I generally have on hand (not that you need all this, it's just to get you thinking):

CPSs
Serpentine Belt
Idler Pulleys
Tensioner
Fuel Filters
Transmission Filters (I have external trans filter setup)
Fuel Pump
Fuel Pressure Gauge
High Pressure Oil Gauge w/fittings
IDMs
Valvecover Gaskets
Under Valvecover Harnesses
International External Valvecover Harness Repair Kit and Pins
External Harness Repair Pigtails
Glowplug Relay
Laptop w/EASE Scanner
Service Manuals on CD
Fan Clutch Wrench Set
Front Hub Locknut Socket
Pump Pulley Puller
1-1/4" wrench and socket
1-1/8" wrench and deep socket
Various other tools (sockets, torx, bits, etc)

Cheers!

[elrojo63]

GOJO and papertowels are number one. No matter how many people stop to help you, you'll always be pissed you have to eat with pitch black hands.

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this tool kit plus a good set of , universals/extensions, screwdrivers, pliers, wire strippers, wire, fuses connections, has covered me very well. I always keep a CPS, fuel filter, tranny filter, multimeter, windshield wiper, fuel line, rubber gloves, chians and straps, and my spare is always well inflated