tool kit/spares suggestions

[portlandtug25]

Hello all,
I am in the process of assembling a tool/spares kit for my R25 with Volvo D3.(I assume it's metric) Any suggestions? There doesn't seem to be a lot I would need or could service myself. Does everyone carry a spare impeller? Does anyone know what size the shaft packing nut is? The boat has 19 hours on it so I'm not anticipating a breakdown..but want to be prepared.

Thanks
Roger in Portland

 

[Tom Zmon]

Look at the LaurieAnn blog then go to tools and repairs chapter
This is great starting point.

 

[Crewdog]

I think the most used tool in my kit has been the drive bit kit from the battery drill, especially the square drive bits for use on the various fasteners around the boat.

a good Craftsman toolkit has a size variety of sockets, wrenches, drivers, extensions that can also be utilized for use with a square drive bit. I did end up taking the pieces out of the industrial strength toolbox and putting the varieties of sockets and wrenches in ziploc bags and putting them all into a couple of g.i. tool bags from a military surplus store. And a selection of screwdrivers, pliers of various types, several crescent wrenches, ball peen hammer, punches, magnetic pickup tools, flexible claw pickup tool, tape measure, rescue tape in a different bag.

Got an electrical kit in another bag with multimeter, electrical pliers w/stripping/crimping tool, 40 watt solder iron & solder, couple rolls of wire, electrical tape, butt connectors and wire ties of various sizes.

Don't forget several flashlights placed around the boat; and at least one of those headlights with an elastic band u can use to keep both hands free.

And haven't had to use this yet, but a real sharp fixed blade knife just in case a line has to be cut real quick.

Oh yeah, and a container of various spray lubricants such as wd-40, silicone spray, Corrosion Block, 3-in-1 oil, metal polish for railings.

I know there'd be more if i went down to boat and actually did an inventory, but this will get ya started.

Good luck!

Bill

 

[pugtug613]

I like those tool kits in the cases. I have a Creasent brand, but they make plenty. Mine cost $40.00. Yes eventually they rust, but $40. You could spray them after each use to get them to last longer. I have mine for 3 yrs now, still fine. Multi meter is indispensable. Vise grips, duct tape and WD40 can fix ANYTHING! Impeller, yes. (Although it is a bear to change) Look up the thread on changing impeller. I try NOT to use an electric drill to take out and replace those smaller screws. I have stripped plenty. That reminds me, a set of "screw extractors" for when you use an electric drill and strip the screw! You'll know what you need eventually. The important thing is use the boat. A lot.
Chester

 

[Lone Star Ranger]

Here's a technique I use for my tools. First off, my tool bag is a plastic tool box shaped like an old Army .50 cal ammo can. I have a ZCORR Anti Corrosion 50 Cal Ammo Can Liner inside the box, with my tools inside the liner. The plastic liner has VCI molecules that keep my metal tools from rusting. The liner has a flat gusseted bottom to maximize storage capacity and the air tight water proof zipper adds additional protection in case the plastic can gasket fails. I like the ZCORR concept, it's how weapons are stored, shipped and sold and kept from rusting.

I ordered my ZCORR from Amazon for $7.49, West Marine has a similar bag for about $12, but it's not as big as the ZCORR for my larger tools.

Like I said, it's just a technique, you are welcomed to copy it if it works for you.