Emergency kit in trunk?
Posted by macman7500@reddit | askcarguys | View on Reddit | 50 comments
What should I keep or do you guys keep in your trunk for emergencies? I was thinking tire inflator, fire extinguisher, band aids, gloves, box of water in a carton to avoid microplastics, energy bar, and motor oil with paper towels. I already have a Noco jump starter and tire inflator. Anything else im missing?
alanwazoo@reddit
Latex gloves. Emergency tire inflator in a can (sometimes land in a bad spot to do a tire change). Road reflectors. Multimeter. Also glass breaker by driver's seat.
3Green1974@reddit
No one has said a gun yet. Interesting. But, a .22 (because they’re actually bad ass and won’t destroy your hearing) or a 9mm (also bad ass but your hearing will maybe be okay if you don’t mag dump it).
One_Evil_Monkey@reddit
I mentioned a 22lr/22 mag revolver but mine was lost in a boating accident.
3Green1974@reddit
It’s crazy how often that happens. If I had a magnet and a boat, I’m sure I could find a bunch of these guns in Kentucky lakes and streams.😂😂
One_Evil_Monkey@reddit
Haha
Yeah, those "boating accidents" are terrible.
3Green1974@reddit
They sure are. They’re costing me a lot of money. Maybe I should quit taking guns with me when I go boating lol!
One_Evil_Monkey@reddit
Well, that would be one solution... but if you do that then how will you prove they were lost at sea?
superstud666fromhell@reddit
A bottle of bourbon an 8 ball of coke a large sack of marijuana a pack of backwoods and a box of matches
TealSapphire@reddit
All that stuff is junk. Get rid of it.
macman7500@reddit (OP)
Suggestions?
maybach320@reddit
First aid kit, 126 piece mechanics tool kit, towels, a blanket, miscellaneous snacks, and a flashlight.
macman7500@reddit (OP)
I have a tool kit but I don't like to lug it around it's too heavy and I feel like I'm wasting fuel
TealSapphire@reddit
126? Hahahahahah why so specific? The 98 piece won’t do?
Munster19@reddit
Well it was a 128pc kit but the 10mm socket and wrench went missing :)
One_Evil_Monkey@reddit
It's always the 10mm.
maybach320@reddit
It’s a set I’ve had for years because it a relatively flat, lots of tool kit are more like a box and this is flat and wide enough that it can disappear under luggage. The number is just stuck in my head so it got listed.
Unhappy_Hat_2593@reddit
MRE’s are always good to keep in the trunk.
FourCats44@reddit
Blanket. Because it gets cold!
I used to keep an emergency set of clothes (old scruffy jeans and a worn out t shirt) in case I ended up covered in water or some other unpleasant fluids.
If you are going to include a water bottle and energy bar make sure to rotate them at least once a year or something so they remain edible.
macman7500@reddit (OP)
The problem is if I leave the energy bar there I'll end up eating it within a week haha so I might exclude it
Ponklemoose@reddit
Friend of mine who was into doing derecho and rescue says yo carry literal dog food for that reason.
macman7500@reddit (OP)
I might try to buy those biscuits that have no flavor but it has enough nutrition
oceanView229@reddit
When I lived in rural area got a cheap 2 liter jug style cooler. Used that for container to hold stuff u talking about. Plus a warm coat.
Now that I live in less remote area. Just a battery starter. In cold weather leave winter coat on back seat. During last blizzard put sleeping bag in car.
DefrockedWizard1@reddit
specifically a wool blanket as they still mostly work if wet and are difficult to light on fire
piemat@reddit
$100 in cash ($20s), sharp knife, tools, booster cables. Your jump start box will need to be charged, so if that's your route, you need a maintenance procedure that keeps it charged. For tools, I'm thinking one of those +/- 100 piece sets in a case. Pliers and a hammer.
In addition to CPR and stop the bleed training, a tourniquet, gauze, and a CPR pocket mask.
Ratchet straps always come in clutch too.
Prize-Lychee7973@reddit
blanket. jetboil and a mountain house meals pack. chemical heaters and babywipes. i basically took my deployment oh shit kit and put it in my trunk.
Recent_Permit2653@reddit
Basic tools (ratchet, sockets, adjustable wrench, multitool). Jack and a good spare tire. Some rope, a jar of elastic straps in varying sizes. First aid kit. Binoculars, compass, and a fire starter.
Keep in mind I grew up out west, where it’s plausibly several hours’ drive between towns.
TealSapphire@reddit
Fire starter?
One_Evil_Monkey@reddit
Yeah, magnesium bar and striker.
Munster19@reddit
Possibly, yeah. Really depends where you're at. But usually a magnisium bar and striker are fairly compact and cheap, not to mention waterproof just in case.
Captain3leg-s@reddit
I have helped so many random people with my battery jump start pack.
One_Evil_Monkey@reddit
Wool blanket, IFAK, jump box, some water and energy bars, small wind up flashlight/radio combo, spare set of jeans/t-shirt/sweatshirt, wool socks/gloves. Some flares. Small folding shovel that has a serrated edge on one side and slicing edge on other with some matches, small packet of petroleum jelly coated cotton balls, and a cable saw stored in the handle and has a ball compass on the end. That's all in a duffle bag. Small tool bag with a couple quarts of oil and obviously tools in it.
Would also say a small 22lr/22 mag revolver and spare ammo but that was lost in a boating accident.
No_Durian_3444@reddit
Oh, just the usual - duct tape, zip ties, plastic sheeting, a few tarps, and a spare shovel. You know, for… emergencies.
onion4everyoccasion@reddit
Condom, bottle of jack, stale gummy bears, a Jan Hammer CD, and a 1997 playboy
Munster19@reddit
You jest, but a small bottle of something like everclear could be a viable option. A combo disinfectant and fire fuel.
Calendar-Careless@reddit
Fire extinguisher and first aid kit
Interesting_Rub9393@reddit
Here's what I would suggest as a minimum:
-Cables to charge your phone and the phones of anyone who might be with you regularly (I wish my dad would get a new iPhone already so I can stop keeping lightning cables around)
-First aid kit
-If you have a dog or spend time outside, a tick puller
-Sunscreen and bug spray (rotate this)
-Water (you can add food if you want, I don't bother)
-Glass breaker and seatbelt cutter
-Pads/tampons (even if you don't need them, someone will, and they make good bandages in a pinch)
-Some old towels and a blanket or two
-Spare shoes, I keep Crocs in my truck in the summer just in case my feet/shoes get wet.
-Chemical hand warmers
-Spare bulbs for your headlights
If you have a dog:
-Dog treats
-Dog food
-An English lead (it's a type of leash that doesn't need a collar, just loops over their head. I've broken collars before and been stuck)
-Blanket
Some stuff I carry because I'm nuts:
-Rain gear
-Duct tape
-Sockets and other tools to fit everything I might possibly break
-Battery jump pack
-bigger FAK with trauma stuff
-Axe
-Shovel
-Chainsaw
-Hi lift jack
-12klb winch
Some other stuff I'm forgetting.
AskThis7790@reddit
I keep a small bag that contains a knife, flashlight, a couple of small tools (multitool, pliers, screwdriver, etc…), extra batteries (for the flashlight) a pen, a pancho, and a few other random items. I also keep a pistol, battery jump start, and jumper cables.
Junior_Ad_3301@reddit
Machete. But sharpen it.
OkTechnician4610@reddit
Depends on time of year but always have small first aid kit. Reflective triangle Tin of tyre inflator. Water. & comfy shoes in case need to walk anywhere.
guinness_a_day@reddit
Flashlight. Zip ties. Gaffers tape (much better than duct tape). Candle and safety matches. A good book.
ugh168@reddit
You must work or knows someone that works in film.
joekd713@reddit
Reflective vest, they are very cheap and if on side of the road at night will make a huge difference in visibility
Not only is it a safety item but it sends the message that help is needed and you aren't just stopped
Don't even need to wear it, you can just close it so it's hanging off your door or trunk, wherever an oncoming cars headlights will hit it
jim-1957@reddit
Flares
Infinite-Past7640@reddit
I’ve had to use a tow strap over the years.
SameAd2686@reddit
I carry tarp & seat belt cutter/glass breaker……have been on wet ground with muffler problems….& tool box with basic screwdriver, pliers etc..throw everything in gym bag or plastic milk crate. In my old car carried quart of oil.
deconstruct110@reddit
Fire extinguisher. Have needed it on my antique car once and strangers cars twice.
ScaryfatkidGT@reddit
Wool blanket, battery pack for charging stuff
I’d get a whole firstaid kit not just bandaids
I don’t think microplastics is an issue unless you are like microwaving the bottle… also cartons that hold liquids are plastic lined… could keep a metal hydroflask or something…
chrispina98@reddit
I live in Denver. My kid goes to school in Golden. I have emergency kits in our cars with... Jump starter that can also charge a phone Compact folding shovel (for clearing snow away from exhaust pipe or around tires) Kitty litter (extra traction) Insulated waterproof gloves Trail mix Bottled water Hand warmers Emergency blankets Emergency lights that can attach to the car with magnets
My goal is to make it through a night in below freezing temps until they can get roads clear. We keep winter coats and hats in the car all winter anyway.
Monster51915@reddit
I always keep a blanket, a small first aid kit, energy bars, etc. I also have a tire foam spray filler as well but I have that as an extra because I needed it for my old car at one point and it’s nice to have in case something happens to a second tire as my car has a spare tire.
fitthatfitting@reddit
OBD scanner