Here's a question for everyone... if YOU were going to be on a multi-week off road trip in a foregin country: What spare parts would you bring for your KJ?

Keep it realistic... yes, I realize a second transmission would be great

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Former CRD owner... now I just sit around and stare at the wall.

A window regulator.

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I'm right 97% of the time. Who cares about the other 4%.

What if the Hokey Pokey is what it's all about?

2005 Jeep Liberty Limited - Bright Silver Metallic

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Former CRD owner... now I just sit around and stare at the wall.

but DT would need at least 4 of them.......

I'd take a spare front diff, ball joints, upper ctrl arms, axle sha .....oh hell, i'd just tow a spare KJ behind me......

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99 TJ
71 C101
04 KJ
03 SFA KJ Sport
LOST JEEPS So-Cal

I would buy another KJ and put it on a trailer behind my KJ.

Actually, it would depend on the country. What is the availability of stock replacement parts, junkyards, etc. where you're thinking about going?

Also, it would depend on where you'd be staying. Are we talking middle-of-nowhere, living out of a tent/camper, living off the land, for multiple weeks? Or staging in a town and off-roading from town on day or multi-day trips?

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Bingo. Possibly 100-200 miles from anywhere that could POTENTIALLY order a part

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Former CRD owner... now I just sit around and stare at the wall.

Very cool.

Are you going to be Jeeping every day? Or are you looking at base-camp and then change days up between Jeeping, Mtn Biking, hiking, days of rest, etc.?

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90% Jeeping...

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Former CRD owner... now I just sit around and stare at the wall.

motor oil, trans fluid, antifreeze, idler pulley, serp belt, just normal things like that

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MUDD'S MOTORSPORT'S We do IFS lift installs ,
03 OVERLAND EDITION /Kilby-Skidrow-Mopar-4XGuard skids/ 2.5 inch TOTAL CONTROL JBA coilovers -JBA Arms/MOABS-31 FALKEN WILDPEAK AT3W / 4.10's etc, 04 Kilimanjaro Edition loaded, plus 05 KJ limited

If you have Cell service, then bring a Cell phone and extra Battery.

have towing service with unlimited milage and off road coverage if possible.

have the Oil changed before the trip.

have JB weld or some sort of metal/plastic sealer handy.
paper towels, rubber gloves/ leather gloves.
Basic tool kit, Large heavy duty zip ties, Rathing tie downs 4 at least.
2 rolls of Duct Tape and Knife.

1 large Bar for moving things away from tires.

Fill up with gas before you go into the wild. have a 5 gallon jug with gas with you.

Also have some good rope for tieing things away.

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2008 Liberty Limited 4X4 Command Trac 2
All stock Auto with 235/60/18

All you need is duct tape, big @ss hammer, flash light and bottled water.
If you can't fix it with duct tape and a big @ss hammer, just throw it away

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Out - 2008 Jeep Liberty Limited 4x4
In - 2011 Jeep Liberty Carbon Edition http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3972889/2 ... ed-edition

Radiator hoses, radiator cooling fan motor.

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2003 KJ Renegade, 5 speed, frankenlifted,Al's a Arms 4.5,Moabs 245/75/16 BFG KM2's, custom rock rails, full Mopar skids, Hella ff220 lights,Hd cooling,Front DTT,Riddler diff cover,Rola safari rack,Cobra 29 peaked & tuned.

Pastafari Alum, Pink shovel recipient

Beer, and spare beer, and spare spare beer, and spare spare spare beer.

And some captain morgan and coke.
Or Jim Beam Red Stag and coke.
Makes it taste like cherry coke.
Oh, and spares of that too!

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'02 Jeep KJ 4x4- Gone
'92 YJ- lift, swampers, bumpers....yeah, its pretty sweet.
*DISCLAIMER*: I can not be held liable for anything I say on the forums or in real life.
I also can not be held liable for any jeep breakage or life problems caused due to my advice being taken.

Yes. As for anti-freeze, I would suggest the G05 pre-mix blend.

And don't forget a tire repair kit. ARB makes a great one. A can of fix-a-flat might be in order too.

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2004 TJ Rubicon.

Few weeks in another country.. well here you go , pick and chose what you will need, I beleive this is a complete list. Have fun

Offroad Checklist


Offroaders Guide to Gearing up for Offroad

• The Basic List
• Safety and Survival
• Beyond the Basic Offroad Checklist
• Vehicle Recovery Items
• Tools Checklist
• Versatile Items
• For the Vehicle
• For the Serious Offroader
• Basic Camping / Extended Stay List
• 25 Tips to do before going Offroad

Basic Tips
• Always travel in groups of 2 or more vehicles
• Always alert someone back home where you are going and when you expect to return
• Take at least a basic supply of tools and gear
Pre-departure Maintenance Checklist
• Check engine oil
• Check transmission oil
• Check brake fluid
• Check radiator coolant for leaks, fluid levels, clean fins, thermostat and radiator cap
• Check battery for damaged or corroded wiring, clean terminals
• Check windshield wipers for wear and fluid level
• Check fan belts for cracks
• Check hoses for cracks and bulges
• Check air cleaner
• Check seat belts
• Check tire air pressure (air up to recommended pressure for highway driving, air down at trail head, air up prior to trip home)
• Check tires tread wear or damage (including your full-size spare), look for cuts and missing chunks
• Check and tighten lug bolts
• Tighten drive shaft u-bolts
• Check and tighten lug bolts
• Check for body/frame cracks
• Check brake pads & shoes (adequate braking pad material, in good condition and without contamination)
• Check for loose bolts or nuts throughout vehicle (loose nuts will lead to shearing the studs off)
• Grease all fittings (u-joints, steering)
• Check gear oils: transfer case/differentials, replace if necessary
• Check Winch for proper operation, check winch cable for kinks, frays or damage, straighten winch cable if necessary
• Check headlights, brake lights, auxiliary lights; make sure they're aimed properly
• Check suspension including springs, shocks, alignment, wheel bearings and steering linkage

The Basic, Minimal Offroad Checklist

The minimal list is the basics that you should always carry in your vehicle when offroad. These items are good to have in the vehicle at all times.

• First Aid Kit (See Safety and Survival below)
• Basic Personal Essentials (water, food)
• Spare Tire, Full Size
• Jack and tire iron to change your tire
• Tow strap
• Tree saver
• Come-alongs
• Basic Tool Kit
• Spare Key for vehicle kept on your person
Safety and Survival

• The First Aid Kit

o First aid kits come in many shapes and sizes. You can buy them, or you can make your own kit. Whether you buy a first aid kit or put one together, make sure it has all the items you may need. Include any personal items, such as medications. Keep ID card (and/or copies), emergency number contact info and medication allergy in your purse, in your vehicle glove box, and in your first aid kit.
Here are suggestions for the contents of a first aid kit:

• Activated Charcoal (use only if instructed by Poison Control Center)
• Adhesive Tape
• Antiseptic Ointment
• Alcohol swabs, individually wrapped
• Band-Aids (assorted sizes)
• Blanket
• Cold Pack
• Disposable Gloves
• Gauze Pads and Roller Gauze (assorted sizes)
• Hand Cleaner
• Plastic Bags
• Scissors and Tweezers
• Small Flashlight and Extra Batteries
• Syrup of Ipecac (use only if instructed by Poison Control Center)
• Triangular Bandage
• Burnaid gel
• Snake Bite kit
• Disposable emergency blanket
• Instant Cold pack
• Instant Hot pack
• Medications:
IMPORTANT: LOOK AT THE EXPIRATION DATE ON ALL MEDICATION PACKAGES! DO NOT USE ANY MEDICATIONS AFTER THEY EXPIRE. ALSO TEMPERATURE CHANGES AND HUMIDITY CAN CAUSE MEDICATION TO BECOME INEFFECTICE OR DANGEROUS. Anti-diarrhea medication, Tylenol ( fever reducer), Ibuprofen (Nuprin, Motrin, Advil) inflammation reduction, sprains bruises, etc, Benadryl for mild allergic reactions, Epinephrine in the form of an Epi Pen to treat more serious allergic reactions that might otherwise be fatal.
Safety Items

• Safety Glasses
• Leather Gloves
• Fire Extinguisher - Should be mounted in the vehicle in an easily accessible location.
• Flares
• Tarp
• Flashlights
• Matches / lighter
Basic Personal Essentials

• Water - At least 1 Gallon per person, per day if not more. Drier, hotter climates require at least 2 Gallons, per day if not more. Remember: Alcohol doesn't hydrate. In fact alcoholic beverages dehydrate since it take more water to metabolize alcohol than the beverage contains. Plus it may cause you to require the above mentioned First Aid Kit.
• Food - Bring food for twice the amount of time you are planning on being gone. Should you be delayed and have to spend a night out on the trail, you wont have to worry about going hungry. Good ideas for trail food: trail mix, snacks, beef jerky, fruits, dry/canned food, etc.
• Extra Cloths - Nobody likes to sit in wet cloths or an extended period of time.
• Personal items - This includes toilet paper, anti- microbial hand cleaner, etc
• Sun block
• Rain Jacket
• Communication devices - Cell Phone, CB Radio, Amature (Ham) Radio (license required to operate), GMRS/FRS radios
• Power inverter if necessary (e.g. Cell phone recharger, battery recharger for communication devices and camera)
• Trash bags - Keep your trails clean
• Maps, information about the area
• Compass or GPS
• Water purification tablets
Survival - Seasonal Specific

• Winter

o Extra clothing
o Warm outer layers (jacket, wind breaker)
o Head gear (warm hat, hooded jacket)
o Emergency blanket (compact survival type)
• Summer

o Sun Block
o Insect repellant
o Sunglasses

Beyond the Basic Offroad Checklist

Vehicle Recovery Items

• Hilift Jack
• Tow straps - 2 or more, 2 inch width or wider, 20 foot or longer
• Towpoints front and rear, frame mounted
• Tree saver
• Come-along (one or more)
• D-rings, Shackles
• Shovel (standard or military foldup)
• Axe (at least hand axe or hatchet)
• Chainsaw and bar oil, 2 cycle engine oil, spare chain (can be handy in recover situations, as well as for trail clearing on wooded trails)
• Winch Kit: tree strap, hi-lift jack, snatch block, pickle fork, shackle, gloves
• Pullpal
• Snow tire chains (if tires don't cut it)
Basic Tools

• Complete Socket Set with SAE (standard) and Metric with 3/8" and 1/2" drives. Deep and standard sockets.
• Crescent, open end combination box wrenches SAE (standard) and Metric
• Allen Wrenches
• Torx sockets (especially if you own a Jeep)
• Standard & Phillips screwdrivers, large, medium, small
Versatile Tools

• Large Hammer (a.k.a. the "BFH")
• Pliers (various sizes)
• Needle Nose Pliers
• Vice Grips, various sizes
• Large channel-lock Pliers
• Pipe wrenches - having 2 medium of these can be useful for tie-rods.
• Pocket/utility knife or razor blades
• Crescent wrenches (medium & large)
• Hacksaw with spare blade
• A BIG pry bar (or crowbar) or length of strong metal pipe, inside diameter of pipe large enough to slip over a wrench or socket drive for extra leverage.
• Magnet
Specialty Tools

• Snap ring pliers
• Air Pressure Gauge
• Portable air pump
• Standard Bottle Jack with 12" square wooden platform for use in soft ground
• 12 volt and battery powered portable tools: Impact wrench, sawzall, drill, spotlight
• Jumper cables
Additional Versatile Items

• Duct Tape
• Bailing wire
• Wood blocks - Useful as chock blocks, jacking platforms, ramps, suspension supports (for broken torsion bars)
• Hose clamps
• Bungee cords, several in multiple sizes - good for securing gear, temporary repairs, etc.
• Small ratchet straps
• Rope lengths
• Super glue/epoxy
• Tank sealant putty
• Tie wraps
• Rags
• Work Gloves, leather
For the Vehicle

Fluids

• Engine Oil
• Brake Fluid
• Power steering fluid
• Automatic transmission fluid
• Coolant or Water
• Bearing Grease
• WD-40
• JB Weld
• Starter Fluid
• Extra gas
• Funnel, siphon hose
Spare Parts / Repair Items

• Lug Wrench
• Extra Fan / serpentine belts
• Hoses, fuel line, brake lines, coolant hoses, hydraulic hoses or plugs (if using a ram assist or full hydro)
• Spare Fuel filter (if not using a cleanable one)
• Spare Hi-steer studs (if applicable)
• Spare Tire
• Fix-A-Flat and/or Tire Plug kit, plugs
• Extra Lug nuts, tire star wrench or lug key with key socket
• Cotter pins / keys - various sizes
• Valve stems, Valve stem remover
• Nuts & bolts assorted standard and metric sizes
• Spare Leaf spring center bolts
• RTV or Hylomar HPF - form-a-gasket
• Radiator stop leak - silver flakes in tube
• Spare Hub (and hub fuses if applicable).
• Electric fuel pump
• Coil / electronic ignition
• Spare Universal Joints (U-joints for drive shaft & axles)
• Spare Drive Shaft (rear and front)
• Extra spark plug wire (size of longest wire)
• Spare points
Electronics Repair Kit

• Volt ohms meter (multimeter)
• Wire cutters / wire crips / wire strippers (multi-tool)
• Spare fuses of all sizes and types used in your vehicle
• Electrical tape
• Spare wire - lengths of various gauges
• Spare switches
• Spare relay if you use relays
• Spare vehicle sensors - TPS, MAP, etc.
• Crip on ends (male and female, various gauges)
• Small pocket sized needle point blow torch (handy for soldering wire)
• Flux core solder for repairs
• Wiring Diagram of your vehicle
Expanded List

• Winch and Winch Accessories
• Onboard Welder, welding supplies, welding gear and misc. metal pieces (for making repairs especially if carrying an on-board welder)
• Onboard air compressor such as ARB or QuickAir
• Externally mounted Jerry Can for fuel
• Spare axles (rear left / right, front left / right)
• Spare tie rod assemblies (tie rod, drag link, ball joints, ball joint nuts and cotter pins)
• Spare Idler Arm
• Parts that have broken twice before (if you can't carry it, you should have upgraded it)
Camping List for Extended Stay or Remote Excursions

• Maps, information about the area
• Camera and/or Camcorder
• Compass and/or GPS
• Hiking boots or comfortable walking shoes (if you are not already wearing them)
• Duct Tape
• Flashlight
• Propane Lanterns
• Mosquito repellant
• Lighter, matches
• Firewood
• A knife of some sort
• Toilet paper
• Towel
• Water purification pills
• Backpack/sacks
• Cooking Pans for breakfast
• Paper plates
• Paper towels
• Folding camping chairs
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad or air mattress
• Stove or grill and fuel
• Tarps, lots of tarps
• Tent(s)
• Bathing suit
• Flip flops or swimming shoes (no bare feet while swimming)
• Funky fishing hat
• Hiking boots
• Rain jacket
• Sunglasses
• Sunblock
• Soap - Antibacterial
• Waterless hand scrub and/or Wet Wipes
• Binoculars
• Bottle opener
• Cooler cup
• Jacket
• Pocket knife
• Snacks
• Trash bag
• Water
• Extra keys
• Compass
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Sunglasses and/or goggles
• Ice and ice chest or cooler with beverages and food (cooler with latching top and handles to use as strap point)
• Camera, case, film and batteries
• Maps: Sidekick Off Road Maps, state, county, Forestry, BLM Desert Access Guide, etc.

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“You cannot solve a problem from the same consciousness that created it."

“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.”

Sooooooo.... according to that list I should tow a 24' Uhaul trailer behind my KJ with a spare KJ and fully staffed machine shop

...oh and a 8' trailer behind that for the parts to fix the other trailer

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Former CRD owner... now I just sit around and stare at the wall.

Don't forget the beer and the spare beer!
And the spare beer for the spare beer, and so on and so fourth.

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'02 Jeep KJ 4x4- Gone
'92 YJ- lift, swampers, bumpers....yeah, its pretty sweet.
*DISCLAIMER*: I can not be held liable for anything I say on the forums or in real life.
I also can not be held liable for any jeep breakage or life problems caused due to my advice being taken.

At minimum, I would take some upper front control arms, spare lower ball joints with a way to change them, u-joints for the rear driveshaft, and a center ball joint for the rear upper arm. These are the parts you won't find where you are going. These are ussally special order parts even in California! These items will keep you KJ moving on 4 wheels. Also if your KJ has a lot of miles on it, front wheel bearings may not be a bad idea. These are the things that would most likly fail on the dirt roads you will on for weeks on end.

Beyond that, basics like radiator hose repair tape, radiator stop leak, fluids, JB weld, tools etc. The first 4 items are something I would have for sure. I have some used upper arms cheap and ball joints. The rear upper joint is a dealer only item and the u-joints are a funny size but can be found at most auto parts for order.

Good luck with your planning!

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Quinn " Macgyver" Thomas
KF6IQX
97 TJ "Mine after 10 years, I had to buy Heather a JK to get it"
1968 Jeep M715
2007 Rubicon Unlimited 4 door JK

Tha's funny... you just listed the same parts I did. Didn't think of the rear balljoint though, good call. I will also have a set of CV's for the front and might even throw my spare rack and pinion in there... who knows...

Any other suggestions?

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Former CRD owner... now I just sit around and stare at the wall.

i dont think the rear ball joint is necessary, only if your going to be gone for awhile and REALLY dont want to risk it

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Steve
2018 RAM 1500 Rebel
2003 KJ
Mods:Exterior: Frankenlift + 2 extra rear iso, JBA UCAs, ARB Bumper w/XRC8, Safari Snorkel, 265/75/16 AT, Mopar Skids, Boulderbars, RL Gecko Sport Rack
Interior: Infinity Reference speakers, 12" Alpine Type R Sub, Alpine radio, Gauge Pods (Oil, Volts), Cobra Cb, All J Interior Rack