emergency equipment

[fuzzy1]

A can of those temporary "fix a flat" tire inflator/foam things ... (I'm not sure what the limitations are with those canned fixers.)

Based on other threads, I understand after using the foam flat tire sealers, expect to throw away the tire and the TPMS sensor. The later will be expensive.

[nola_Prius]

Originally Posted by fuzzy1

Based on other threads, I understand after using the foam flat tire sealers, expect to throw away the tire and the TPMS sensor. The later will be expensive.

Yikes... I didn't know those will mess up the tire pressure sensor... that's pretty lame.

[Dolce]

I carry an eletric air pump to inflate flat tires. 90% of the flats I have gotten were slow leaks and usually pumping the tires back up will give me a few hours of driving to get my tire fix without ever needing to reach for the spare donut. My pump also has an emergency flasher light that can also be converted to solid white flash light. I use it regularly to check tire pressure with the built in gauge.


I also have a head band flash light, that uses LED. If i put a set of lithium AA batteries in it, it should last about 10 years without needing to change them.
When you have to change the tire or do something in the dark, you want both hands to be free and available.


There are new fire extinguishers the size of a can of hair spray. They take up very little room in the trunk.





Lastly, a pack of beef jerky. Emergency food or just a snack

[nineinchnail1024]

I make sure I'm wearing a comfortable pair of shoes.

[qbee42]

Originally Posted by fuzzy1

Based on other threads, I understand after using the foam flat tire sealers, expect to throw away the tire and the TPMS sensor. The later will be expensive.

The new sealers are safe to use with TPMS. It's still a mess to clean up, but it doesn't kill the sensors.

Tom

[eglmainz]

Originally Posted by vapor8

The idea of the reflective vest was one of those "Why haven't I ever thought of that?" moments for me... Thanks for the great idea; I'm ordering one for each car this week!

In Europe (For sure in France), I know that it is required that every driver keep a safety (orange or bright yellow) vest with reflector strips in the vehicle in case of emergency. They have several other required items, but it was the vest that I thought was very smart. They shoudl require that in all cars here too. Only a few bucks, but they may save your life.

[wwbarr]

Gorilla power wrench to provide the extra bit of leverage to deal with the awkward positions you'll be in when needing to change a flat tire on the road. Used to carry an automotive fire extinguisher. Can't tell how many times I've been the only one around at work with a long set of jumper cables.

[spinkao]

I carry a first aid kit, four-pound fire extinguisher, wool blanket, reflective triangle, reflective vest, flashlight, jack & wrench to change a wheel, and small emergency spare wheel. Also some spare light bulbs & fuses, and a paint repair kit . All fits nicely into the space under the trunk floor .