I think some states let you slide on that....as long as you don't break down in their state...

 

I don't know why flares would be a requirement but I know that they are not permitted as a stand alone because they go out after a while and reflective triangles do not. One thing that I could never understand is the wide misplacement of the triangles. Many drivers put them along the white line if they are on the shoulder and they get run down. IIRC they are supposed to be placed in the center of the lane in which you sit. And if that lane is the shoulder (often called break-down lane) they should be in the center of that lane.

BTW, Sous has a nice list of things to take there.

 

-where can one get the 3D print file
-have
-option for iOS? Best scanner for iOS?
-carry a bunch of extensions
-have the rest minus the beer instead I carry a full bar to make Long Islands

Nice list BTW Sous thanks for the input.

 

I use this adapter and ForScan.

Veepeak OBDII Adapter

 

This is how I understand the proper placement as well. Either that or staggered from one side to the other at appropriate distance. I believe the thinking is that people will swerve to avoid the triangle and if they are placed wrong this might lead said driver in a direct collision path.

Truth be told we have 2 sets (6 triangles total), one in the truck and one in the camper. The come in s nice compact container.

Thanks Mark, I cannot plan for everything, but I can do my best. If I cannot resolve the issue, that is what the last few items are for...

I don't have the file, sorry. I got it from an overlander that was on the FTE a while back. He was nice enough to send me one for the price of shipping. Really cool little tool.

There are a couple of choices now for iOS, but I am an Android person. I think the wifi version of the OBDLink works with Apple and as I understand it, they just released a MX+ version that works with Apple and Android.

In the event I we do have an issue that calls for Forscan or Forsca Lite, I also have a wired scan tool as seen in the link below.



TP is "OK" for monitoring, but absolute GARBAGE for troubleshooting or reading codes. The wired scanner above is on the approved tool list for Forscan. Forscan is free on a PC and the best tool available to consumers for troubleshooting.

Another reason for the wired version is because if I am broken down somewhere the last thing I want to do is have the bluetooth adapter wig out on me. I would end up smashing it...

Extensions I learned the hard way when I kept having a boot blow off and it was damn hot by the passenger side radiator. A 2' or 18" extension made it easy. That stays in the truck next to the 2'x1/2" breaker bar which has multiple uses.

I used to drink Long Islands a lot... switched to IPA/APA years ago though. The alcohol is there for celebrating as you arrive to your destination or to drink your worries away and party while the tow truck takes them away.

Crap happens and you cannot plan or prevent everything, but failing to plan is planning to fail.

 

Oh ya, a new can of brake cleaner as well on the list. This is a pack item due to blowing off a boot and not being able to get a good seal 4 more times. It makes for a good boot conditioner and is generally useful when doing mechanical things.

 

Cheap hairspray in addition.

 

I keep most tools needed to take the engine fully apart roadside on board lol as for breakdowns I’ve had the transmission go out had to get towed 400 plus miles, h pop line blow thought it was the turbo had to get towed 400 plus miles engine was soaked in gallons of oil, high pressure steering line blow out repaired on road side and same with one blown of boot. Additionally, fried a PCM was able to limp it
home, bad IPR where the truck worked great for 15 minutes than 1 hr cool down then 15 mins of driving until shut down(an AXLE NUT socket will pop off the ipr for some reason the axle style is longer than a traditional deep well) I believe it’s a 29MM equipment. In addition to the tools I have heavy duty poncho can also be used as a work blanket, short and long gloves, fire extinguisher, 2 jacks with stands, some apps to monitor the engine, wood in the bed because you may need to support the jack/stands and AAA top level with trailer protection as well. On a long trip I’ll carry a diesel can, ATF, mighty vac with adapters, oil and 2 spare tires. Using a lot of the craftsman large truck boxes lets me keep so many tools organized under the bench and behind it. I could keep less but it’s annoying for me having to unload the tools, re load the tools, un load the tools and then when I need them I might not have them.

 

We noticed these sites a couple years ago when we came back from New York. I think they will be fine. They had there own power, dump station, and were away from the highway so noise shouldn’t be an issues. Also never seen more then one or two campers so you shouldn’t have to worry about being full. Will be interested in seeing how it goes.

Have a a great time. We had to cancel our trip to the UP this year. Can’t wait for the fall camping trip to come now.

 

Based on my trip from hell earlier this month while towing my in-laws boat over the Cascade Mountains, I would suggest the following in addition to what has been said above:

Check/grease the wheel bearings in anything that you are planning on towing.
Check your alternator (to be honest, I'm not sure if it is possible to tell or predict if those things are going to fail).
Check your batteries.
Throw in a multimeter in with your other assorted tools.

Have a good trip.

 

Very, very good advise. Can use it for the truck or the trailer.

 

I knew I would forget something on my list...

A good multimeter is also in the truck. This is essential for troubleshooting electrical problems in the camper as well as the truck.

Great advice from hosegp.