4x4 Truck Accessories
In my opinion the necessary truck accessories items to carry are:
(These should be a part of the standard equipment list of every
4x4)
| Shovel | The most important 4x4
truck accessory. Always keep a shovel handy! |
Hi-Lift
Jack |
For getting unstuck you
can often lift the tire and shovel under the tire. A hi-lift jack is also the easiest way to remove a tire. It can sometimes be a delicate balance, so take precautions! Carry a block of wood as a base if the ground is loose. |
CB
Radio![]() |
A CB radio makes
communications between people in other trucks easier. It connects everyone
traveling together forming a single group. Here you can get a complete CB radio and mounting kit. |
| Tow Hooks | Your truck needs to have a
place to fasten the recovery straps both in front and rear. Even if you never
get stuck yourself someone else might! |
Recovery
Strap![]() |
Usually the quickest way
to get a truck unstuck. The best recovery straps are elastic and help transmitting the force of the moving truck in just the right amount. |
Tire
pressure gauge![]() |
When airing-down its important to use a tire pressure gauge to keep the pressure even among the tires. Same is true when pumping air into the tires later. |
| Tire Pump | A powerful tire pump is
necessary to fill the tires after airing-down. It can also be used to put the tire back on a wheel if it falls of the rim. |
Tire
Repair Kit![]() |
Instead of carrying a huge spare wheel and tire its often possible to fix even large holes in tires with a tire repair kit. Here you can get one of the best. |
Fire
Extinguisher![]() |
Just remember to learn how to use the fire extinguisher. You never know when you are going to need it. |
First-Aid kit![]() |
In the outback's a doctor is not always easy to call. You should always be prepared! Carry a first-aid kit (and take a hands-on course) or buy this survivor kit. |
| Toolset | You need at least a
hammer, crescent wrench, socket set, pliers, screwdrivers and work
gloves. |
| Common spare parts | Among these are: Oil,
grease and common fluids, hoses, belts, bearings and u-joints. Items vary depending on your truck brand. |
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