FOUR WHEEL DRIVING - THE COMPLETE CHECKLIST
PREPARING FOR A TRIP, ALWAYS CARRY -
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Basic recovery gear
Basic first aid kit
Fire extinguisher
CB Radio
Tool kit, spare parts, a can of WD40 (see check list)
10 litres of water or more depending on number of people and location
Map of area and surrounds
Matches, compass, torch, knife and a space blanket
RECOVERY EQUIPMENT - THE BASIC KIT
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Snatch strap
Two rated and stamped 'D' shackles
Shovel
Axe
Jack and jacking plate
Depending on the nature of the trip and the problems likely to be encountered, to the above you can add -
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Manual and/or Electric Winch
Tree protector strap, winch extension straps
Snatch-Block, extra 'D' shackles
High lift jack and accessories
Air bag jack
Chainsaw, snow chains - if applicable to location and state. Chain saws are illegal in some areas (such as
National Parks). Make sure you check before you leave home.
Recovery points securely mounted to front and rear of vehicle.X
THE FIRST AID KIT
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Basic first aid manual (from Red Cross or St John Ambulance)
Antiseptic fluid (Betadine, Dettol or similar)
Antiseptic cream (Betadine or similar)
Panadol
Eye drops
Assorted bandaids, strips/spots, wound closures
Elastic or crepe bandages (for sprains and snake bite)
Sterile gauze bandages (50 mm & 75 mm)
Triangular bandages (to support limbs and hold dressings in place)
Adhesive tape, cotton wool, tissues
Scissors, safety pins
Thermometer
Calamine lotion, Stingose or similar
Pencil and note pad.
To that you can add many items:
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Antihistamine tablets
Itch/skin relief cream (for itch, bites, minor burns)
Anti-diarrhoea tablets (or mixture)
Gastrolyte - for treatment of diarrhoea
Travel sickness tablets
Andrews tablets, or similar, for indigestion
Ear drops
Temporary tooth filling mix to replace fillings, loose caps
Nyal toothache drops
Burn cream
Cream/ointment for bruises and swelling due to injury
Strepsils or similar
Tweezers, splinter remover
Rubber pointed eye probe, eye wash
Methylated spirits
"Airsplint" (for any broken limbs)
Plus any personal medication or tablets you or your family are on.
TOOLS TO CARRY -
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Set of ring and open end spanners (to suit your vehicle)
Adjustable spanner, plug spanner
Wheelbrace, jack and jacking plate (30 cm square x 2.5cm thick board)
Screwdrivers - Phillips head screwdriver
Hammer, chisel
Hacksaw and spare blades
File, including a points file
Pliers and wire cutters
Feeler gauges
Tyre levers
Pumps and pressure gauge for tyres
Tube/tyre repair kit
Battery jumper leads
Repair manual
WD40, or similar
SPARES TO CARRY -
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Radiator hoses, heater hoses, fan belts
By Pass Hose for cooling system.
Fuses, globes, electric wire, spark plugs, plug leads, points, coil and condenser
Tyre tube
For longer trips you could include a more comprehensive range of tools and spares, but DON'T go overboard!