Basic Tools?
#1
06-27-2007, 09:20 AM
Basic Tools?
I was told to bring the basic tools for pre trip inspections. Other than a wrench, what would those "other tools" be??
Thank you for any help 
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06-27-2007, 11:18 AM
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A "basic" tool kit for a driver would consist of:
1 quality 6 inch adjustable wrench 1 12-18 inch pry bar 1 hammer 1 dual chuck tire gauge able to measure up to 120 psi min. I roll duct tape 1 multi bit screw driver or a slot, phillips and a few different sized torx screw drivers. 1. Flash light with spare batteries 1. 100 foot tape measure
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#3
06-27-2007, 11:35 AM
I would add a decent socket set. Makes replacing mud flaps a lot easier.
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06-27-2007, 12:14 PM
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Forgot one thing that comes in handy. Vice grips.
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06-27-2007, 12:59 PM
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Always carry a spare flux capacitor, might catch something on the pre-trip that requires a new one.
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06-27-2007, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Scoe
Always carry a spare flux capacitor, might catch something on the pre-trip that requires a new one.
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#8
06-27-2007, 02:00 PM
Sure, I can deliver that load yesterday. No problem.
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06-27-2007, 02:03 PM
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Good leather gloves.
6" plastic ruler to check slack adjusters. 3/8 open end/box wrench to adjust brakes, if your company trains and qualifies you as a "Brake Inspector".
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#10
06-27-2007, 02:20 PM
Don't forget the KY. :P
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