Tools to Carry in the ZR-1 - Page 2 - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Gunny · 12-13-2015

Cliff,

Thanks for posting the tool list ... this is very helpful. Couple of questions, though ...

It seems that the 1/4" socket set is primary. Do you use the 3/8" wrench and 1/4" socket adapters or do you have the necessary 3/8" sockets?
the flex head ratchets ... are 12mm & 14mm needed? where?
tire repair ... yes, I carry one also. what about an inflator (like the ZO6)?
what about a serpentine belt? and wrench?
side terminal battery wrench? or is this covered with one of the other wrenches?

Still much to learn on my part but I'm trying to remember if I've ever used much more than 8mm, 10mm, 13mm, 15mm sockets. I like the way you layer the tools in the two storage compartments. Ever consider carrying the oil in the front of the engine compartment (left or right side)? or is that not a good idea? I think that if it leaked it would be easier to clean up the inside of the fender area rather than the storage compartments.

We Gone · 12-13-2015

I also carry a 12v compressor tire plug kit and a small tube of hand cleaner.

Dynomite · 12-15-2015

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Originally Posted by Gunny

Cliff,

Thanks for posting the tool list ... this is very helpful. Couple of questions, though ...

It seems that the 1/4" socket set is primary. Do you use the 3/8" wrench and 1/4" socket adapters or do you have the necessary 3/8" sockets? I use the socket adapters as I do not have any bolts that have not been removed before
the flex head ratchets ... are 12mm & 14mm needed? where? Complete Set with the 14mm used for Oil Changes
tire repair ... yes, I carry one also. what about an inflator (like the ZO6)? Prolly a good idea
what about a serpentine belt? and wrench? I think I will toss in a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter which the 1/2 inch will fit the Belt Tensioner.
side terminal battery wrench? or is this covered with one of the other wrenches? I have the 8mm combination ratchet which I think will loosen the side terminal bolts.

Still much to learn on my part but I'm trying to remember if I've ever used much more than 8mm, 10mm, 13mm, 15mm sockets. I like the way you layer the tools in the two storage compartments. Ever consider carrying the oil in the front of the engine compartment (left or right side)? or is that not a good idea? I think that if it leaked it would be easier to clean up the inside of the fender area rather than the storage compartments.

You are probably correct on the oil location but the AMSOIL 10w-40 plastic bottles are substantial and never had a leak yet

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Originally Posted by We Gone

I also carry a 12v compressor tire plug kit and a small tube of hand cleaner.

The hand cleaner is a great idea as I do have all the Red Rags I need to go with the hand cleaner

There may be room under or next to the AMSOIL for this 12 volt portable air compressor or something like it.

Paul Workman · 12-15-2015

Excellent topic! Y'all have filled in a couple holes in my "kit".

Dynomite · 12-31-2015

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Originally Posted by Paul Workman

Excellent topic! Y'all have filled in a couple holes in my "kit".

I have added and subtracted a couple tools behind the seats.

Forgot to mention this cool Tire Pressure Gauge in the Center Console
I keep the tire pressures around 30 psi.

Tools to Carry in the ZR-1

Z51JEFF · 01-06-2016

The only tools I carry in the car are the tools to remove the spoiler and a new tow strap to be used to get it on the back of a flatbed truck for a tow.

Dynomite · 01-06-2016

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Originally Posted by Z51JEFF

The only tools I carry in the car are the tools to remove the spoiler and a new tow strap to be used to get it on the back of a flatbed truck for a tow.

You also need a come-a-long or winch and a Tow Trucks that have flat beds all have winches and a tow strap. So......I just saved you having to carry a tow strap.

You also have to figure out where to connect the Tow Truck Tow Strap to the front of your ZR1

Oh....I guess you removed the spoiler so now what

Z51JEFF · 01-06-2016

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Originally Posted by Dynomite

You also need a come-a-long or winch and a Tow Trucks that have flat beds all have winches and a tow strap. So......I just saved you having to carry a tow strap.

You also have to figure out where to connect the Tow Truck Tow Strap to the front of your ZR1

Oh....I guess you removed the spoiler so now what

The tow strap will either go around the cross member or the factory tie down loop at the frame, I hope.

12-13-2015	#11
Gunny Join Date: May 2005 Location: Georgia Mountains Posts: 926	Re: Tools to Carry in the ZR-1 Cliff, Thanks for posting the tool list ... this is very helpful. Couple of questions, though ... It seems that the 1/4" socket set is primary. Do you use the 3/8" wrench and 1/4" socket adapters or do you have the necessary 3/8" sockets? the flex head ratchets ... are 12mm & 14mm needed? where? tire repair ... yes, I carry one also. what about an inflator (like the ZO6)? what about a serpentine belt? and wrench? side terminal battery wrench? or is this covered with one of the other wrenches? Still much to learn on my part but I'm trying to remember if I've ever used much more than 8mm, 10mm, 13mm, 15mm sockets. I like the way you layer the tools in the two storage compartments. Ever consider carrying the oil in the front of the engine compartment (left or right side)? or is that not a good idea? I think that if it leaked it would be easier to clean up the inside of the fender area rather than the storage compartments.

12-13-2015	#12
We Gone Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: ATL. GA. Posts: 2,170	Re: Tools to Carry in the ZR-1 I also carry a 12v compressor tire plug kit and a small tube of hand cleaner. __________________ Steve 1990 Steel Blue/Black #2355 1990 Red/Red #1473 1991 Quasar /Black #118 Sold 1991 Turquoise/Black #766 Parted Out 1993 Yellow/White #179 Sold 1990 Black/Gray #1361 Headers/4:10s Sold

12-15-2015	#14
Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,493	Re: Tools to Carry in the ZR-1 Excellent topic! Y'all have filled in a couple holes in my "kit". __________________ Good carz, good food, good friendz = the best of timez! 90 #1202 "FBI" top end ported & relieved Cam timing by "Pete the Greek" Sans secondaries Chip & dyno tuning by Haibeck Automotive SW headers, X-pipe, MF muffs Former Secretary, ZR-1 Net Registry

01-06-2016	#16
Z51JEFF Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Fremont,Ca Posts: 3,068	Re: Tools to Carry in the ZR-1 The only tools I carry in the car are the tools to remove the spoiler and a new tow strap to be used to get it on the back of a flatbed truck for a tow.