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Here is the list of the items that I consider a minimum that everyone who can afford should have and keep. Of course there’s more and you won’t be able to have everything that you may need, but the above is a good start. I welcome the comments what to put on the list from others. The back up to your car is a bicycle, so consider this as well. ��
Engine oil
Oil filter
Fuel filter 2x (1x if you have a petrol engine)
Air filter
Serpentine (accessories) engine belt
Transmission, diff oils
Power steering fluid
Brake fluid
Coolant concentrate - for top ups
Distilled/Demineralized water
Fuel additive (fuel stabilizer)
Jerry can
WD40 or similar
Brake pads (front and rear)
Fuses
Globes
Insulation tape
Spare Washers, Nuts and bolts M6, M8 a few of each
Battery clamps
Wheel bolts - always good to have spare
Spare set of tyres (ideally complete wheels)
Battery
Jumper cables, Battery charger, 12V air compressor, tyre gauge, Digital volt/ohm/amp meter, Degreaser, Silicon sealant, Puncture sealant, Puncture repair kit (learn how to use it as well) tyre valve inserts+removing tool, Jack, Jack stands, Waste oil drain pan, Tarp. Good torch and headlamp, gloves, hand cleaner.
Tool kit:
spanners, sockets set and bits for every size of fastener in your car. The best way to find out is to look under the bonnet and under the car and try to fit them on every bolt and nut you can see, M9 hex socket (for replacing brake pads on T6 Transporter) get it from Bunnings (KINCROME). Set of screwdrivers (preferably thru tang), hose clamps pliers, good set of pliers, Wisegrips, Hammer. Hacksaw, Chisel, Wire brush, Permanent marker - I always have black and white one in my kit.
Thick wall pipe - about 600mm long for just in case you need to apply more force on spanners. Pry bar, Telescopic mirror and magnetic pick up tool. Scan tool - even cheap OBD2 scanner is better than nothing, VCDS is preferable, the OBD ELEVEN is cheaper but it requires internet connection.
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