So I bought the my 2007-208 this summer and it was an amazing few months. It is now in storage and I am thinking about what I need for next year. High on the list is a set of tools for the boat. What do people recommend as tools to carry with you each trip?
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Check WM and BW. They have some nice sets which are designed for boats. Thery are very compact and fit nicely in the GW storage areas. I added a mini-ratchet set and some hex keys.
I do like those tool sets that megabytes mentioned. Some of them are in gasketed cases. They even have stainless steel tool sets.
Besides the tools themselves, I think it's equaly important to have a good supply of spare parts and accessories on hand. I made up a custom tool box, specifically for the boat, which includes, not only tools and a ratchet set, but spark plugs, fuel line and a coupler, hose clamps, an assortment of ss fastners, sealent, crc spray lubricant, etc. Lots of electrical items too - fuses, electrical tape, wire ties, crimp connectors, wire lugs, etc.
A hammer and some duct tape never hurts either. :lol:
Besides the tools themselves, I think it's equaly important to have a good supply of spare parts and accessories on hand. I made up a custom tool box, specifically for the boat, which includes, not only tools and a ratchet set, but spark plugs, fuel line and a coupler, hose clamps, an assortment of ss fastners, sealent, crc spray lubricant, etc. Lots of electrical items too - fuses, electrical tape, wire ties, crimp connectors, wire lugs, etc.
A hammer and some duct tape never hurts either. :lol:
I take a completely different approach to boat tools. Buy the cheap version of whatever you need. I hit up harbor freight and filled a whole tool box for like $50. Nothing worse than dropping a $55 SS adjustable wrench over, I'd feel like I'd have to swim for it. To have a full set of real screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, cutters, ratchets, filter wrenches, etc in SS would be crazy. I keep all my tools on the boat 24/7 wipe down with a rag in WD-40 once a season, no rust in the cabin....jh
jehines3 said:
I'm along the same lines. It's way too easy for something to go ker-plunk and slim odds of ever seeing it again. I've had bad luck with Harbour Freight tools but I sure didn't spend too much $ on the tools.
catch22 said:
I'm with Grog on the quality of tools. Don't forget spare oil filter, 'bungs' to fill a hole in an emergency, and the rubber mallet.
I think GT meant a spare fuel filter. You should also have a filter wrench. Some tape, a few clamps, some disposable gloves and some wire ties.
Some folks carry cotter pins, spare prop, prop wrench etc. I carry a spare anchor and Tow US's number
Some folks carry cotter pins, spare prop, prop wrench etc. I carry a spare anchor and Tow US's number