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I have a small toolbox which goes under the back seat.  Has a tow strap, flash light, umbrella, gloves, craftsman 7/8 socket/breaker bar for the lug nuts, gerber utility tool, knife.  I also keep a blanket (never know when a picnic or other event will pop up), jacket, and a small plug in air compressor under the back seat

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I keep the same things you do and a few other things.

 

jumper cables

tie downs(in case I buy something I don't want sliding around)

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opps forgot to add i have a bunch of bungee cords also

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Lets see, in my center console I keep my stanley socket/tool set, haynes manual, flashlight, pen and paper.

 

In my cab packs under the rear seat:  sweatshirt (comes in handy more than you'd think), first aid kit, 12volt compressor, 2 heavy duty shackles, to strap, flares, a few other tools, some ropes, bungees, and a whole lot of other "emergency" type things.  I don't like to be stuck somewhere w/o any means of helping myself and I'm the kind of guy that likes to stop and help people who are having trouble (especially if she's hot).  

 

Things I still need to put in the truck are an ice scaper, buy a hi-lift jack, and foldable shovel.

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Lemme think,

You forgot the most important thing....DUCT TAPE!!!

jumpers, various bungies, wire clothes hanger (unlocks cars, holds up mufflers..etc), pliers, rags, stocking hat, mittens, gloves, GI folding shovel, 2 ponchos (It sucks to change a tire in the rain (or help someone cute!). "X" lug wrench, pad of paper and pencil (ink freezes), spare bulbs (turn signals, low beams) fuses, 50ft of rope, 9in1 screwdriver, cresent wrench, flat tire fix kit, medium weight jacket, blanket, umbrella, Maglight (both 2D and 2AA versions), exacto knife, plastic bag.  Most of this fits in a medium sized plastic tool box, under the 2nd row seats, and I keep the ponchos under the drink holder in my center consul.  I REALLY wish the Tahoe had a small trunk (like the Trailblazer).

I still need to add some winter stuff; rock salt in 1/2 gal milk jug, an old parka and ice scraper (though the way this winter is going, I'll never need it   :(   ).

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I keep a Craftsman tool kit, mag light, jumper cables, tow rope, gloves, and a small folding shovel.  Just added some bungees.  I need to add some flares and a first aid kit.   :(

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3-9 iron, 4 wedges, 2 putters, 2 drivers, towels, goretex rain suit, carry bag and staff bag. 2 pairs of golf shoes.

Oh, also a flashlight, space blanket, and a pint locked in the side compartment. All for emergencies.

I forgot to mention the 4 wood and 7 wood and the long handled ice scraper.

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9mm Glock in center consol, that's about all I need.

LOL, I only carry a little 22 mag revolver full size guns are to expensive if they get stolen

 

other than that It looks like I need to get some more stuf,

I only have jumper cables, 2 million candle power rechargable spot light, a 12v floresent light A quart of oil (hard to find mobil one when u need it) a nice accurate tire gauge, and a wimpy 200' 7/8 tow rope

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Hmmmm...well I have my pool cue, extra jacket, golf clubs/shoes (they can come out now), jumper cables, tow chain, gerber utility tool (just like a leatherman), cresent wrench, screwdrivers, DUCT tape (a MUST), needle nose visegrips and one of those high tech LED flashlights (very bright)

 

 

Eric

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