LostAnotherOne Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Hey guys. So two years ago I bought my first boat and haven't really ran into any problems just a little fix here and there. Theres a bunch of you on here that have had a boat for several years and I'm sure you have run into issues. So I'm just wondering what are some things that you always keep in your boat or even car that have helped you out in the past? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 A battery booster pack. A must have for helping others more than a few times. They now are small enough to fit in a glove box and have USB connections. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limeyangler Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 A battery booster pack. A must have for helping others more than a few times. They now are small enough to fit in a glove box and have USB connections. Yes, these are awesome. I also keep a large tarp and some bungee cords to make a shelter, lays flat nicely in the floor storage, a machete and a small ratchet set and screwdriver set, probably other crap too but I can't think off the top of my head. GOOD THREAD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Gorilla glue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkpie Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 (edited) A towel, small roll of duct tape, a piece of weed trimmer line to clear obstructed tell tales on the outboard, Jumper cables, standard small tool kit, Long handle needle nose pliers, spare batteries for trolling motor remote, small first aid kit, small set of bolt cutters, sunscreen, bug spray, spare hat and rain suit and a headlamp. All things that often get put into use other than the bolt cutters and the jumper cables. But when you need them, you'll really need them! My old dog leaned on a rapala once out on the lake, and it was bolt cutter surgery time! All worked out! Edited June 24, 2017 by porkpie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bass Tard Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 I keep a pail under the center console. Garbage goes in it, garbage comes out, and its a lady washroom, a boat bailer, or a quick livewell filler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioFisherman Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 My 1986 35hp merc blew a fuse that was under the cowling one day, no idea why, it was starting fine and the next time I went to start it ? nothing. Luckily I was fishing in sheltered waters with a marina in site, I just used my electric motor to cruise over there and buy some spare fuses. One of my son's friends came over to do some plumbing work for us, and he used this for lighting. I was impressed enough by it that I bought a six pack of them on ebay. Aside from being a great little light to have around for power outages and as a work light? The red strobe light is a great feature in case you break down on the road at night, all my kids got one for their cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpierre Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 These are great tips! I keep my older repaired prop on board and plastic prop wrench Warm sweatshirt and gloves in case the weather turns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 (edited) On our backlake trips, I always take some tylenol#3's just in case a kid breaks an ankle or something Also benedryl in case we encountered something unknown someone allergic too. Keep in mind, we almost always have shore lunch on backlake trips so the possibility of injury is higher Also cotton balls dipped in Vaseline. Edited June 24, 2017 by manitoubass2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Plug. Extra one that is. Waterproof bag with toilet paper and dry socks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spincast Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 spare tire - grease gun / grease for bearings, heat shrink butt connectors & lighter, spare bulbs and a first aid kit. sunscreen hat, muskol, tool kit for the great lakes add a few extra times like a (registered) DSC radio, sea anchor and flares (don't care how big your boat is) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Field Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Spare spark plugs, a shear pin and the tools required to replace either. A spare cotter pin may be useful as well. I always carried these along with the other required equipment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Toilet paper! That reminds me, I need to refill that ziploc bag. Spare fuses, spare shear pin for Electric motor. Extra rope(s), squeegee (great for cleaning windshield) First Aid kit, Tylenol or aspirin, water proof matches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosebunk Posted June 24, 2017 Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Got a pee bucket. Also store a cheap rainsuit, well waterproofed first aid, much of what's been said above and some tools. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostAnotherOne Posted June 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2017 Last year i used a gravel boat launch and couldnt get my boat out of the water. I have a front wheel drive vehicle. Anyways a couple guys helped me out. Would of been screwed if no one was there. Anyways i built something at home that you guys may get a laugh at. I cut two fence boards (2 feet each) and screwed a roofing shingle on each of them. So if i get stuck again just put these two boards in front of my front tires and off i go lol. Have a feeling it was a waste of time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Posted June 25, 2017 Report Share Posted June 25, 2017 Last year i used a gravel boat launch and couldnt get my boat out of the water. I have a front wheel drive vehicle. Anyways a couple guys helped me out. Would of been screwed if no one was there. Anyways i built something at home that you guys may get a laugh at. I cut two fence boards (2 feet each) and screwed a roofing shingle on each of them. So if i get stuck again just put these two boards in front of my front tires and off i go lol. Have a feeling it was a waste of time. Not a bad idea, probably work well in winter snow too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted June 25, 2017 Report Share Posted June 25, 2017 Fish in the livewell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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