ON BOARD TOOL BOX - Whats in yours?

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ON BOARD TOOL BOX - Whats in yours?

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What does everyone keep in their on board tool boxes in case of emergencys or repairs out on the water?
I am trying to put one together for my new boat and any ideas would be great.
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(If this topic has been discussed already just point me in the right direction, as I spent about 4 minutes searching.....)
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Ratchet/socket necessary to change prop (and a spare prop of course :wink: )
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Post by curls »

These are things I've found necessary to get my partner and I out of jams during tournaments:
- small compact socket set.
- Leatherman multi-tool which includes pliers.
- Small multi-driver screwdriver with assorted bits.
- a few zip-ties / zap-straps.
- electrical tape is always useful (doubles as a quick bandaid if necessry).
- FIRST AID KIT (even the small ones are more useful than none!).
- spare _____ if desired. (main prop, livewell pump, bottle of marine oil, food and water rations (I like a few extra granola bars and bottles of water onboard), etc.)

All of this should fit in a small 1 cu.ft area of your boat. Keep it in a waterproof (Ziploc) bag or two and hope you never need to use it.

Murphy's Law says that once you assemble the kit, it will never be needed, but the day before you assemble it, you'll need every piece of it. LOL.
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TP

nuff said
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A couple pairs of extra EAP's.
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Post by cprince »

I have much of what was already mentioned, but I would add two tubes of JB Weld (I hate leaks!!) and a point and seal set for my trolling motor.

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A big hammer...and bubblegum.

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Toolbox? I have a Yamaha. LOL! Knock on wood.
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