Emergency Kit and Tools

[rwmastel]

Other than your factory tool kit, what do you carry in your Pagoda to help with emergencies?  Tools, supplies, or what ever.

I have a kit that came with my Michelin tires (special promotion) that includes:
 - a flash light/work light/warning blinker light
 - a reflector triangle
 - an electric air pump (my cigarette lighter is dead)
 - basic first aid kit
 - basic tools (screw drivers and pliers)
 - more?

I also carry a similar-to-original MB tool kit, some motor oil, power steering fluid, a small blanket, and I can't recall what else.  I guess it's time to inventory and update, but I'll wait to read your replies in hopes of getting all the right stuff in there.

Rodd
Powell, Ohio, USA
1966 230SL, Euro, Auto, Leather, both  tops
1994 E420

[graphic66]

I always carry a spare ignition key and gas cap key, some Prestone Super Sealer radiator sealant, a rain coat, My German Walther PPK, Bic lighter, My Kaco work light, A second small flashlight in addition to my primary flashlight, A small pair of Vice Grips, A piece of hacksaw blade, Small chisel, my electrical multitester, a small hammer, jumper cables, old disributor cap and rotor, extra bulbs and fuses, small roll of electrical tape, all this in addition to my tool roll.

[Shvegel]

Keeping in mind that I just rebuilt or repaired everything in my driveline last winter. I carry the following.
 Points(I have a pertronix ignition but need the peace of mind)
 Cap
 Rotor
 1 plug wire
 Spare electric fuel pump( I use later Bosch pumps from an early Saab application and being a dealer mechanic I have a few lying around)
 
 I also usually carry a fairly extensive tool bag but have only had to adjust the timing a time or two due to horrible interstate gasoline.

[J. Huber]

Two tools that I think are essential:

1. A Cell Phone
2. AAA card (be sure you get the coverage that includes a flatbed & homeward-bound towing).

James
63 230SL

[Cees Klumper]

My basic survival kit (other than my Baretta, which I understand beats Graphic66's Walther PPK) includes:
- extra 5 ltr gasoline container
- extensive toolbox
- fire extinguisher (don't leave home without it)
- mobile phone
- extra set of spark plugs
- set of fan belts
- flash light
- spare tire
- "can-do" attitude

Cees Klumper in Amsterdam
'69 white 280 SL automatic

[graphic66]

An Italian piece in a German car, sounds like your car may get a serious infection. Organ rejection could occur. Both are actually inadequite if the old girl happens to throw a rod and you have to put her out of her misery.

[Ray Ortiz]

I carry all of the above mentioned items, plus a bag of latex gloves and a 12v electric portable lift (6ft) to take it all apart on the side of the road (sic)

[Bob G ✝︎]

Spare set of points & spark plugs
factory tool kit
fire extingisher
spare fan belt for alternator
spare fuses
flash light new Zeon type long life
Tripe AAA card and cell phone
All should fit nicely in the spare type wrap except for the cell phone and fire extinsher that should be carried inside the car.
Bob Geco

[tuultyme]

Where is the best place to mount the fire extinguisher?  Where have others mounted it; in front of the seats on behind them?

Bruce; Blaugrun(green) 1970 280SL; IL

[gwuisman]

Beside many of the mentioned items I carry an umbrella to protect the interior against the sunlight or myself against the rain. A role of toilet paper is very usefull when checking oil. Does no one carry a tow cord? I have one for just in case. I also have a set of copies of my driving lisence, car ID, insurance papers, passport on board.
G.Wuisman
1970 280sl

[drewsalisbury]

Bruce - my 280sl has a fire extinguisher mounted on the floor in front of the driver's seat.  Don't know if it is original location, it is a US extinguisher.  Drew
71 280sl auto


Drew Salisbury

[rwmastel]

quote:I also have a set of copies of my driving lisence, car ID, insurance papers, passport on board.

What if your car gets stolen?  They they have your whole identity!!  I would not keep such important things in my car at all times.

Rodd
Powell, Ohio, USA
1966 230SL, Euro, Auto, Leather, both  tops
1994 E420

[rwmastel]

quote:Bruce - my 280sl has a fire extinguisher mounted on the floor in front of the driver's seat.

This is where I have seen them on classic MB and BMW cars.  They are mounted horizontally, but I don't know if they bolt the bracket to the floor or the vertical surface that supports the front of the seat assembly.

Rodd
Powell, Ohio, USA
1966 230SL, Euro, Auto, Leather, both  tops
1994 E420