4x4 Excursion Checklist:
Always check your vehicle over prior to any 4x4 outing. Make sure all fluid levels are full and your vehicle's parts are all in working order. Bring maps so you don't get too lost and a cell phone or cb radio in case you do. Bring more than enough food, clothing and water just in case. And as always bring friends. It's always funner wheeling together and nice to have someone there to pull you out if needed. Plan an itinerary and let someone know when you should be back. Think smart and have fun!
While you can't take everything with you, here are some good things to consider, pick and choose what is most important for your planned trip and situations you may encounter.
Items with an * should be considered essential.
RECOVERY
• Hi-Lift Jack *
• Tow Strap/Recovery Strap *
• Chains
• Winch or Comealongs
• Jumper Cables
• Foldable Shovel *
• Rescue Beacon
REPAIRS
• First Aid Kit *
• Tool Kit *
• Electrical Repair Kit & Fuses
• Air Compressor
• Tire Pressure Guages & Pliers
• Bailing Wire *
• 2 part epoxy putty *
• Leather Gloves (hot stuff & cables) *
• Latex Gloves (grease)
• 8' X 10' Tarp
• Flashlight or Headlamp w/ extra batteries *
• Propane Torch
• Acid core solder
• Rope
• Duct Tape
VEHICLE EXTRAS:
• Spare Tire *
• Extra Gas Can & Carriers
• 3 quarts of Engine Oil *
• Pint of Brake Fluid
• Engine Oil Filter and Wrench
• Can of WD-40 *
• Fire Extinguisher *
• Road Flares
• Spare fan or serpentine belts
• 3 quarts of Auto Transmission Fluid
• Something to drain fluids into (don't leave them behind, or on the trail!)
NECESSITIES
• Food/Water *
• Extra Clothing
• Rain Gear / Poncho *
• License, Insurance, AAA Card *
• Cash, Checks or Credit Cards *
• Forest Passes
NAVIGATION/ASSISTANCE
• Compass *
• Maps
• GPS System
• CB Radio *
• Cell Phone *
EXTRAS & CAMPING
• Tent, Sleeping Bags, Pillows, Tarps
• Waterproof Matches *
• Small firelog: Can be cut into pieces to last most of the night
• Tie Downs (slip)
• Tie Downs (ratchet)
• Coveralls & Extra Clothes
• Roll of shop paper towels
• Plastic garbage bags *
• Bear Bag
• Zip Lock Bags
• Sunscreen
• Bug Repellant
• Camera
• Axe & Machete
• Lantern
• Cooking & Eating Utensils
• Propane Grill or Lighter Fluid
• Cooler
• Toiletries: Toothbrush/paste, Soap, Toilet Paper, etc...
• Prescriptions *
Always check your vehicle over prior to any 4x4 outing. Make sure all fluid levels are full and your vehicle's parts are all in working order. Bring maps so you don't get too lost and a cell phone or cb radio in case you do. Bring more than enough food, clothing and water just in case. And as always bring friends. It's always funner wheeling together and nice to have someone there to pull you out if needed. Plan an itinerary and let someone know when you should be back. Think smart and have fun!
While you can't take everything with you, here are some good things to consider, pick and choose what is most important for your planned trip and situations you may encounter.
Items with an * should be considered essential.
RECOVERY
• Hi-Lift Jack *
• Tow Strap/Recovery Strap *
• Chains
• Winch or Comealongs
• Jumper Cables
• Foldable Shovel *
• Rescue Beacon
REPAIRS
• First Aid Kit *
• Tool Kit *
• Electrical Repair Kit & Fuses
• Air Compressor
• Tire Pressure Guages & Pliers
• Bailing Wire *
• 2 part epoxy putty *
• Leather Gloves (hot stuff & cables) *
• Latex Gloves (grease)
• 8' X 10' Tarp
• Flashlight or Headlamp w/ extra batteries *
• Propane Torch
• Acid core solder
• Rope
• Duct Tape
VEHICLE EXTRAS:
• Spare Tire *
• Extra Gas Can & Carriers
• 3 quarts of Engine Oil *
• Pint of Brake Fluid
• Engine Oil Filter and Wrench
• Can of WD-40 *
• Fire Extinguisher *
• Road Flares
• Spare fan or serpentine belts
• 3 quarts of Auto Transmission Fluid
• Something to drain fluids into (don't leave them behind, or on the trail!)
NECESSITIES
• Food/Water *
• Extra Clothing
• Rain Gear / Poncho *
• License, Insurance, AAA Card *
• Cash, Checks or Credit Cards *
• Forest Passes
NAVIGATION/ASSISTANCE
• Compass *
• Maps
• GPS System
• CB Radio *
• Cell Phone *
EXTRAS & CAMPING
• Tent, Sleeping Bags, Pillows, Tarps
• Waterproof Matches *
• Small firelog: Can be cut into pieces to last most of the night
• Tie Downs (slip)
• Tie Downs (ratchet)
• Coveralls & Extra Clothes
• Roll of shop paper towels
• Plastic garbage bags *
• Bear Bag
• Zip Lock Bags
• Sunscreen
• Bug Repellant
• Camera
• Axe & Machete
• Lantern
• Cooking & Eating Utensils
• Propane Grill or Lighter Fluid
• Cooler
• Toiletries: Toothbrush/paste, Soap, Toilet Paper, etc...
• Prescriptions *
