Jayco Seneca Super C tool kit

[Redberet_k9]

Looking for some input on a Jayco Super C tool kit. Do I need to have a full air compressor, impact wrench and 20 ton jack to change a 210lb tire on my rig? Or, do I just need a general service tool kit, spare parts, fuses, belts, filters and general "fix it ****".

 

[435-fht]

I doubt I would change a tire, but maybe carry a spare.

After my last trip, a leveling jack got stuck in the down position. I plan to add tools to raise my RV enough to safely unbolt a jack.

 

[Rustynuts]

I carry a decent supply of hand tools, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2 drive sockets and ratchets, wiring supplies and tools, pex plumbing kit, Dicor sealant, Eternabond tape, and misc specific rv related parts that might be hard to find on the road. I do carry a 12 ton bottle jack, cordless Milwaukee impact and socket, 3’ breaker bar and torque wrench when traveling. I don’t carry a spare but many have had wheel seals go out or if there were brake issues, I would have no problem pulling it apart to fix it. Done right, you never have to lift a heavy tire to remove or install. I like to be prepared and not be setting on the road waiting for help if I can help it. I made a built in tool box that fit in a small unusable compartment that most all tools fit in, spare parts go under the bed.

 

[435-fht]

Rustynuts, where do you get your drawer slides?

 

[Rustynuts]

Rustynuts, where do you get your drawer slides?

I always use Accuride 3832 touch release slides. I used to own a cabinet shop that my sone now runs so we have wholesale accounts. Most places mark them up past MSRP but now you can order direct from Accuride website.

 

[Plumberman]

I carry pretty much the same thing as Rusty but I do not own a cabinet shop (although the drawers did look pretty cool) so I use Milwaukee pack-outs. They inner lock and come in various sizes so you can stack as many as you need. Also you can take them to where you are working, rather than just a handful of tools, which is helpful because most of the time I end up working on someone else's rig (thank goodness). Recently added several large 1" drive sockets and a 1" breaker bar and socket adaptors. Also carry a multimeter.

 

[435-fht]

I always use Accuride 3832 touch release slides. I used to own a cabinet shop that my sone now runs so we have wholesale accounts. Most places mark them up past MSRP but now you can order direct from Accuride website.

Thanks. I used "drawer slides" for a box I made that fit in the back of my truck. The box was 4' wide by 6' long, and probably 4' extension that could hold 600#. The cost was several hundred $.

Accuride slides that are better suited for RV basements are much more affordable.

 

[Redberet_k9]

Many thanks to you all for the recommendations and info!!
Knew this community was the freakin BOMB!

Now, it's off to Harbor Freight to do a little shopping and organizing

 

[Redberet_k9]

And I don't plan on changing a 210lb. tire on the side of the road!!!!!

 

[Rustynuts]

I forgot, I also carry oil and fuel filters for engine and genny and any special tools needed to change and clean diesel fuel to prefill the fuel filters.

 

[Plumberman]

I agree about the tire... there are people that do that and I will pay them..

 

[435-fht]

I agree about the tire... there are people that do that and I will pay them..

I haven't decided on what to do long term with my Seneca, but when I had my Greyhawk, I carried a spare and the tools to change it.

There are many areas near me that AAA doesn't service. My initial thoughts are if I have a spare, maybe a local garage/big hearted stranger will take pity on me, if I have the parts needed.

 

[Plumberman]

Most of the highways and byways I travel have a heavy duty truck service on them somewhere. Those guys will change a tire on the side of the road no problem. I do have the tools I need to take a tire off, just no spare to put back on.

 

[Grumpy]

and clean diesel fuel to prefill the fuel filters.

A wise old diesel mechanic told me to carry the silver/grey bottle of Power Service for that. You know it's clean.

 

[Rustynuts]

A wise old diesel mechanic told me to carry the silver/grey bottle of Power Service for that. You know it's clean.

I carry two of these aluminum fuel bottles, it’s enough to prefill the filters. When I change filters annually, I use the bottled fuel to fill them and refill with fresh fuel.

 

[435-fht]

Sorry if I'm getting slightly off topic. I understand the need to prefill fuel filters, but is this a Freightliner thing?

I only have a few months ownership with my current Ford based RV, but on my previous Ford 6.7L diesel pick up, you cycled the ignition On/Off three times to allow the low pressure fuel pump to fill the filters.

 

[Rustynuts]

Sorry if I'm getting slightly off topic. I understand the need to prefill fuel filters, but is this a Freightliner thing?

I only have a few months ownership with my current Ford based RV, but on my previous Ford 6.7L diesel pick up, you cycled the ignition On/Off three times to allow the low pressure fuel pump to fill the filters.

The Freightliner and many large truck chassis don’t have a lift pump in the fuel tank like pickups do. On the Freightliner M2/S2 there is a primer on the primary fuel/water separated to totally fill the primary and refilling save you time and trouble with air in the system.

 

[Redberet_k9]

So, a few new tool bags with general service tools...and whatever specialty items that Jayco Seneca 37K needs to service the RV. Electrical items to include a Multi-Meter to run down those pesky gremlins, a few special duty water and black tank items. I think the addition of screws, bolts, Velcro and 550 cord should handle most emergency fixes.
Again, you folks are amazing and a great deal of assistance!!

 

[Rustynuts]

Don’t forget the Duct Tape and Zipties

 

[Semix-Hex]

We are full-time and we carry, it seems way too many tools and repair parts.
The funny thing is, that I've used almost all of them on all the projects I've been working on.
I also do not have a home base to store anything, so they come with me.
Ps. a ladder has been really helpful.