[Paul Bennett]

While MoonRaker simply asked for PARTS to take, at some point we all need a list, whether mentally or printed-edited-printed and ultimately implemented. MoonRaker? he has the best thing to take, a friend in a SUV following him.

Great suggestions from this thread:
1. Fuel pump, carb float
2. Distributor, coil, rotor, cap, some spark plugs
3. Water pump and belts
4. Special tools needed for above
5. Cardboard to lay on, rags, Vodka as hand cleaner
6. Generator, jump cables
7. Repair manual, cable ties, duct tape
8. Tire stuff + jack, wheel blocks, tow rope
9. Tools, water, oil, flashlight, test light

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Dan Brown's super comprehensive pre-trip check list (Glens Falls NY)
Requires starting a week early

A. LUBRICATION
1. Check engine oil and oil filter; change if due. 2. Check gear oil levels in transmission, over-drive and rear axle; change if due. 3. Check gear oil level in steering box. 4. Grease universal joint, torque tube bearing and all other fittings.
5. Grease wheel bearings if due.
6. Carry 2 quarts of engine oil.
B. TIRES
1. Check air pressure in tires.
2. Check tread and sidewall condition.
3. Check tread depth.
4. Check for uneven wear and cracks.
5. Carry jack, jack hand, lug wrench.
6. If tube tires: Carry tire pump, tire irons, spare tube and patch kit
C. LIGHTING
1. Check headlights, hi/low beams
2. Check fog lights, if any.
3. Check Tail Lights
4. Check Brake lights
5. Check Dash lights
6. Check Turn signals
7. Carry spare light bulbs of sizes and types for primary uses.
D. FUEL SYSTEM:
1. Check gas tank fuel level. Fill and add additives as desired. 2. Verify tank and gas lines are leak-free. 3. Check fuel filter, if used. Clean or replace if necessary.
4. Check fuel pump(s) for leakage.
5. Check carburetor(s) for proper adjustment and leakage. 6. Carry new, rebuilt or good used spare fuel pump.
7. Carry new, rebuilt or good used spare carb.
8. Carry minimum of 2 gallons of spare gas, plus additives.
E. COOLING SYSTEM:
1. Check coolant condition and level in radiator tank.
2. Clean/flush system if necessary.
3. Check for leaks at hoses and connections.
4. Check operation of thermostats
5. Carry one of each new, rebuilt or old (if in good condition) water pumps.
6. Carry one new radiator hose of each type used, including heater. 7. Carry one extra gallon of premixed coolant.
F. ELECTRIC SYSTEM
1. Check, clean and tighten primary wire connections.
2. Check cell fluid levels in battery.
3. Check battery terminals and cables; tighten and clean if necessary.
4. Check connections on starter and solenoid.
5. Inspect and clean spark plugs and wires. 6. Carry spare spark plugs.
7. Inspect distributor cap, rotor and points.
8. Check and adjust timing if necessary.
9. Check connections on coil.
10. Carry jumper cables (min 10 ft length).
11. Carry electric storage charger.
11. Carry spare cap, rotor, points and condensor.
12. Carry new or good used spare coil 13. Carry spare fuses of various required sizes and types.
14. Carry one gallon distilled water.
G. ENGINE
1. Test compression of each cylinder (plugs out; throttle plate open) and analyise results.
Atmospheric pressure X compression ratio + atmospheric pressure + 5 = normal compression
2. Check oil pressure gauge and sending unit for operation.
3. Check coolant temperature gauge and sending units for operation..
4. Check torque on head bolts (55 fp Iron; 45 fp Alum).
5. Check clutch and brake pedal free-play settings.
6. Check transmission shifting.
7. Test windshield wipers for wear and operation.
8. Carry one new or used (if good) fan belt of each type used.
9. Carry full set of spare engine gaskets.
H. BRAKES
1. Check fluid level in master cylinder; add if as required.
2. Check rigid and flexible hydraulic lines for leakage or corrosion.
3. Pull drums and check shoes, springs, drums, wheel cylinders (on hydraulics).
4. Check hand brake for proper operation.
5. Adjust drum and hand brake if required.
6. Carry container of spare brake fluid.
I. STEERING & SUSPENSION
1. Check wheel alingment.
2. Check condition of king pins, tie rods and ends, drag links and sway bars.
3. Check condition of steering box and its end play.
4. Check springs and shackles.
5. Check shock absorber bushings, bolts and linkage.
2. Check shock absorbers and steering box for seepage or leaks; refill if required.
J. MISC
1. Fender pad.
2. Flashlightes and spare batteries.
3. Jack knife.
4. Cell phone and charger.
5. Road flares.
6. Tire chains or mud hooks.
7. Tool kit.

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Whew, and don't forget a camera!