Tool question
Laughing Gas
Joined: Apr 2021
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From: Middle TN
I have metric and SAE impact sets, but they're fairly heavy so I went with this impact set for my rv tool bag:
This little set covers every lug nut on every vehicle I own, and the quality seems good. Also, the length and slightly thinner wall make them easy to get past the hubs on the truck. For smaller socket needs in the rv, I just use my Harbor Freight all-in-one tool kit.
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From: Lake Hartwell, GA
Both. I have some basic drill bits, vice grips, hammer, crescent wrench, mini hacksaw, multimeter with clamp on ammeter, 200 piece socket/wrench, bottle jack, plus the tool kit I created for the side-by-side and eye protection. There are a few other tools that escape my mind, plus spare parts as well as a small collection of hardware (nuts, bolts, screws, wire nuts, duct tape, Eternabond, etc.).
It is great to have the ability to fix something and continue on instead of cancelling a trip or waiting 5+ hours for a tow.
Cargo Master
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I carry the impact, a Jacobs chuck with adapter, twist drills, and an angle grinder with cutoff wheels, flap discs and grinding disks.
Lead Driver
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From: Uh oh, CA
I recently picked up some Milwaukee Tools to keep with me in the truck and camper. I went with the M12 platform based my needs, as well as on all the good reviews I have read. I picked up the Fuel 1/2" Stubby Impact and a (non Fuel) 3/8 ratchet. I also have the 1/2" Fuel hammer drill on the way. I have a couple of the 2 amp batteries, a 4 amp and a 6 amp. I think these three devices will have me covered pretty well for most things. I haven't had the chance to use them much yet, but looking forward to using the impact to rotate tires!
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