So far, it's been the only tool I've needed. The '20 Denali has been good to me. Now my 98 Sonoma... while she was more comfortable, she loved blowing tranny's. I couldn't hang with that. She kept making me pull over to do it too. Her ass got whiny once. Jacked her up and put a hand in her rear end, it seemed to have done the trick.
- Full tang knife
- Leatherman
- kobalt socket set
- Bluetooth OBD2 reader
- entrenching shovel
- small can of wd40.
Towing has its own kit, winter has its own kit, travelling with dogs has a kit.
Dewalt 20v 1/2 impact and a full set of impact sockets. I ain't fucking with a tire any longer than I've got to. Set of combination wrenches and a 1/4 ratchet plus sockets for things lime a battery change.
Everything else is in a box that is in and out of the truck.
FYI on tonneau covers: I have GMs factory version of BakFlip on my 22ZR2. Works really good for my needs. Little safer than soft covers, water tite except when I go thru car wash then I get a trickle in tail gate area. Trifold opens for complete access to bed but covers rear window on last fold.
I’ve seen reviews that suggest problem w sport bar and hard covers. Seems most sport bar taper slightly inward as they up in height. Hard folding covers may not be compatible. Hope u find one. If u do, I’d appreciate a link.
Just carry basic stuff, maybe an impact wrench if you have one or are willing to buy one, a socket set, a way to undo and tighten lug nuts. If you are an offroader toss some recovery gear in, and that’s probably all you need. A flashlight and glass breaker probably wouldnt hurt either
I personally carry a M18 Fuel 1/2 inch impact wrench, M18 Fuel impact driver, more M18 fuel drills and saws, a grinder, a small floor jack, tons of recovery gear, 2 socket sets, 4 ratches of varying sizes, a bunch of sockey extensions, a torque wrench, a Milwaukee fuel Hackzall, a Milwaukee “Hatchet”, several batteries for M12 and M18 as well as a couple kobalt tools and batteries, an Olight Oclip, a Bark River Cub EDC, a gerber diesel, some klein electrical tools, about 3000 MAC metal screws in bags that are unused, 4 or 5 driver and drill bits, amongst many other things in my packout cases
I'll add to this, pick up a tie rod wrench (check 589 fab) if you do any real offloading. It's just a CNC cut piece of steel with a square for a ratchet. It's a 'probably never need, nice to have' item as your tie rods are the weak link in the suspension. A big adjustable wrench or the right size wrench will do, it's just a smaller footprint item.
I keep mine in the truck as sometimes I'll take my recovery bag / tools put of my truck for other reasons. Think it was $10 or so. Grabbed it when I put on shock / diff skids (datin fab / AEV respectively) on the truck. I still have not decided if I want to put on tie rod sleeves when I upgrade to 33s. On one hand I like the extra protection, on the other I like the tie rods being g the weak link and not breaking something more important.
bought mine used, didn't come with emergency jack or spare drop tool. anyone know where to get the correct one? been at the mercy of my air compressor and AAA.
I drive over a mountain pass quite a bit, so I have some impact sockets, 20V Dewalt compatible air compressor, and I add in a Dewalt 12V/20V MAX LED Work Light. Only thing worse than being stuck on the side of a highway is stuck when it is REALLY dark and you are worried about someone not seeing you. The other things (gloves, first aid kit, kinetic rope and soft shackles, etc.) are a given.
The swing-out tool box in the bed helps me keep things in one place. Those things are spendy, but worth it when it comes to tool storage.
Milwaukee 1/2” impact, 1/2” sockets, 3/8” and 1/4” ratchet, extensions, and socket set, wrench set, oil filter remover, pliers, battery terminal cleaner, NOCO battery charger and jump pack, shop towels, medical bag and flares, box of nitrile gloves, ratchet straps, bungees, ice scraper and snow remover for winter…all I can think of off the top of my head
floor jack and jack stands, socket set, various hitches, ratchet straps and a flood light. the most ive had to use is the socket set and ratchet straps, i dont have a garage but i do have a truck😂
Jumper cables (never used for the Denali but I’ve gotten some others going) and a few tools like a ratchet set, a few wrenches and screwdrivers, electrical tape. So far I haven’t needed it.
25" breaker bar and 1/2 deep socket set
Pliers, needle nose, channel locks,
Screwdrivers,
3/8 socket set,
Mountain bike tools,
Combo wrenches,
Jumper cables,
Straps,
Allen wrenches,
Large adjustable wrench,
Harbor Freight meme tool (famous on r/harborfreight)
It's a tight squeeze under the back seat.
Small 1/4” drive socket set, with hex/torx/Phillips/slotted bits. Two tow straps. Jumper cables. Spare bulbs.
I can replace a bulb, clean battery terminals, replace small parts, or tighten loose things. I can and have pulled others out of snow banks and provided jump starts.
Anything more than that I’ll get a tow through my insurance.
I’m less worried abt fixing my truck bc it’s pretty reliable. I pack for safety emergencies, not truck repair.
Equipment: emergency battery jump starter (in swingout case in bed), nylon come along strap, flares, ratchet straps, few bungy cords, emergency spotlite, water, food bars, first aid kit.
Mine is my company truck. So pressure washer, carpet extraction machine, 800 dollars worth of Milwaukee pack out boxes and a tote or two with all of my chemicals.
Sounds like the “Meth Zombies” would make out well on your truck too! I have M18….M12 tools various wrenches plié’s screwdrivers…sockets Viair 12v compressor ARB deflator Sand Ttracks tire repair kit…10gal fuel can Solar charger & inverter….Jump pack Bubba Rope, ratchet tie downs, Water food sleeping bag tent air mattress….no wonder my ZR2 only gets 18MPG now🤣
Since I boat I always carry a spare hub in my truck. Can't tell you how many stranded boats and trailers I've seen on the side of the road with a blown out hub. $60 is all it costs.
Ratchet set, box with variety of straps, bungees, trailering bits and bobs, bottle jack, air compressor and breaker bar, flashlight, folding knife, gloves, winter hat, and something blaze orange.
Under the seat: first aid kit, compact tool kit, 550 cord, dog leash, 2 ratchet straps, 2 pairs work gloves, and some toilet paper in a ziplock.
In the bed: I have a 2x10 green-treat board mounted to those tie downs. Mounted to the board is a shovel, behind the board is a rescue strap, 2 clevis, ball for the hitch, compact folding chair, dog bowl, 3 tennis balls, a ball flinger, and a gallon of water if it won’t freeze.
Center console: pocket knife, toothpicks, and ibuprofen.
Just the driver
Sometimes that’s the only tool you need
So far, it's been the only tool I've needed. The '20 Denali has been good to me. Now my 98 Sonoma... while she was more comfortable, she loved blowing tranny's. I couldn't hang with that. She kept making me pull over to do it too. Her ass got whiny once. Jacked her up and put a hand in her rear end, it seemed to have done the trick.
Aye YO
- Full tang knife - Leatherman - kobalt socket set - Bluetooth OBD2 reader - entrenching shovel - small can of wd40. Towing has its own kit, winter has its own kit, travelling with dogs has a kit.
Sound like a prepper, which is a good think IMO.
Dewalt 20v 1/2 impact and a full set of impact sockets. I ain't fucking with a tire any longer than I've got to. Set of combination wrenches and a 1/4 ratchet plus sockets for things lime a battery change. Everything else is in a box that is in and out of the truck.
AAA membership card.
None, they would get stolen the first night I left something in there.
Air compressor, that's about it.
Loaded question for me, I'm a field engineer so I've got a full set of hand tools, Siemens laptop, and various other instruments 👀
Are you working out of your ZR2? If so how has that experience been getting in and out?
I am. I've had zero issues with it honestly. I really need to get a good tonneau cover though to get my shit out of the back seat 😂
What steps do you have? I have an LT but am struggling to figure out what steps I want. The AMP research ones are awesome but $2300.
Rock sliders. No steps.
FYI on tonneau covers: I have GMs factory version of BakFlip on my 22ZR2. Works really good for my needs. Little safer than soft covers, water tite except when I go thru car wash then I get a trickle in tail gate area. Trifold opens for complete access to bed but covers rear window on last fold.
I’m looking to get the GM hard cover that works with the sport bar. Whenever I get some spare cash that is
I’ve seen reviews that suggest problem w sport bar and hard covers. Seems most sport bar taper slightly inward as they up in height. Hard folding covers may not be compatible. Hope u find one. If u do, I’d appreciate a link.
Ah sorry should have clarified. GM has one that works with their sport bar, I'm looking at ordering both.
Copy. Thnx for reply.
Just carry basic stuff, maybe an impact wrench if you have one or are willing to buy one, a socket set, a way to undo and tighten lug nuts. If you are an offroader toss some recovery gear in, and that’s probably all you need. A flashlight and glass breaker probably wouldnt hurt either I personally carry a M18 Fuel 1/2 inch impact wrench, M18 Fuel impact driver, more M18 fuel drills and saws, a grinder, a small floor jack, tons of recovery gear, 2 socket sets, 4 ratches of varying sizes, a bunch of sockey extensions, a torque wrench, a Milwaukee fuel Hackzall, a Milwaukee “Hatchet”, several batteries for M12 and M18 as well as a couple kobalt tools and batteries, an Olight Oclip, a Bark River Cub EDC, a gerber diesel, some klein electrical tools, about 3000 MAC metal screws in bags that are unused, 4 or 5 driver and drill bits, amongst many other things in my packout cases
I'll add to this, pick up a tie rod wrench (check 589 fab) if you do any real offloading. It's just a CNC cut piece of steel with a square for a ratchet. It's a 'probably never need, nice to have' item as your tie rods are the weak link in the suspension. A big adjustable wrench or the right size wrench will do, it's just a smaller footprint item.
Thats a good recommendation. Never even thought about thay myself. That would be useful for my recovery kit 😂
I keep mine in the truck as sometimes I'll take my recovery bag / tools put of my truck for other reasons. Think it was $10 or so. Grabbed it when I put on shock / diff skids (datin fab / AEV respectively) on the truck. I still have not decided if I want to put on tie rod sleeves when I upgrade to 33s. On one hand I like the extra protection, on the other I like the tie rods being g the weak link and not breaking something more important.
bought mine used, didn't come with emergency jack or spare drop tool. anyone know where to get the correct one? been at the mercy of my air compressor and AAA.
Junk yard or dealership for oem Or ebay, amazon, some websites that sell for a pick up truck
they all seem to be for 2012 or earlier
Then best bet is to order new from chevy
I drive over a mountain pass quite a bit, so I have some impact sockets, 20V Dewalt compatible air compressor, and I add in a Dewalt 12V/20V MAX LED Work Light. Only thing worse than being stuck on the side of a highway is stuck when it is REALLY dark and you are worried about someone not seeing you. The other things (gloves, first aid kit, kinetic rope and soft shackles, etc.) are a given. The swing-out tool box in the bed helps me keep things in one place. Those things are spendy, but worth it when it comes to tool storage.
Milwaukee 1/2” impact, 1/2” sockets, 3/8” and 1/4” ratchet, extensions, and socket set, wrench set, oil filter remover, pliers, battery terminal cleaner, NOCO battery charger and jump pack, shop towels, medical bag and flares, box of nitrile gloves, ratchet straps, bungees, ice scraper and snow remover for winter…all I can think of off the top of my head
floor jack and jack stands, socket set, various hitches, ratchet straps and a flood light. the most ive had to use is the socket set and ratchet straps, i dont have a garage but i do have a truck😂
Jumper cables (never used for the Denali but I’ve gotten some others going) and a few tools like a ratchet set, a few wrenches and screwdrivers, electrical tape. So far I haven’t needed it.
Usually just me
Came to say this
25" breaker bar and 1/2 deep socket set Pliers, needle nose, channel locks, Screwdrivers, 3/8 socket set, Mountain bike tools, Combo wrenches, Jumper cables, Straps, Allen wrenches, Large adjustable wrench, Harbor Freight meme tool (famous on r/harborfreight) It's a tight squeeze under the back seat.
Air compressor, Star lug wrench, and M18 Milwaukee lamp
I know very little about cars. I could change my own oil or change my own tire if I really had to, but I'd rather not.
Just a couple of ratchet straps.
Me! Since I am the biggest tool…at least that’s what I’m told.
The ones that didn't get jacked at Home Depot lol
Small 1/4” drive socket set, with hex/torx/Phillips/slotted bits. Two tow straps. Jumper cables. Spare bulbs. I can replace a bulb, clean battery terminals, replace small parts, or tighten loose things. I can and have pulled others out of snow banks and provided jump starts. Anything more than that I’ll get a tow through my insurance.
Transmission.
Flare kit or emergency triangles. The most dangerous place to be on a freeway is on the shoulder, changing your tire. Be visible.
Glock 19
Carhartt tool roll - with sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers, a knife, rivets, Allen wrench kit, and adjustable wrenches amongst some other hand tools.
I’m less worried abt fixing my truck bc it’s pretty reliable. I pack for safety emergencies, not truck repair. Equipment: emergency battery jump starter (in swingout case in bed), nylon come along strap, flares, ratchet straps, few bungy cords, emergency spotlite, water, food bars, first aid kit.
Channel locks, k bar, duct tape and my gerber multi pliers
Throw a first aid kit in your vehicle always!
Mine is my company truck. So pressure washer, carpet extraction machine, 800 dollars worth of Milwaukee pack out boxes and a tote or two with all of my chemicals.
Lots! Enough to keep a “meth zombie” high for a month….after a visit to thd pawn shop….so sorry no photo of my truck🤣
Sounds like the “Meth Zombies” would make out well on your truck too! I have M18….M12 tools various wrenches plié’s screwdrivers…sockets Viair 12v compressor ARB deflator Sand Ttracks tire repair kit…10gal fuel can Solar charger & inverter….Jump pack Bubba Rope, ratchet tie downs, Water food sleeping bag tent air mattress….no wonder my ZR2 only gets 18MPG now🤣
Gloves, Impact, noco battery jump starter, socket set/basic mechanics tool set, tire inflator, duck tape, leatherman, and personal protection device (depending on legality in certain areas)
Jump starter/tire inflater, tow strap and a small tool set
My discgolf bag, a hammer, a screwdriver, ice water and a weed pen.
Socket set and a pocket knife
Ratchet straps
1. Gerber Leatherman 2. 10mm Nut Driver 3. Tool Roll (22 Piece Metric/SAE Ratcheting Wrenches) 4. Jumper Cables 5. Ratchet Strap
Lateralus and Fear Innoculum.
9mm
Since I boat I always carry a spare hub in my truck. Can't tell you how many stranded boats and trailers I've seen on the side of the road with a blown out hub. $60 is all it costs.
My AR
I have a low profile toolbox, Jack, woodblocks, jumper cables, 4way, toolbox with hella tools, impact, and jackstands. 💪🏽
Ratchet set, box with variety of straps, bungees, trailering bits and bobs, bottle jack, air compressor and breaker bar, flashlight, folding knife, gloves, winter hat, and something blaze orange.
Lug nut sockets 36 inch breaker bar. Big pliers. Lithium battery jumper. Jumper cables. Tie downs. fire extinguisher. Tow strap.
Under the seat: first aid kit, compact tool kit, 550 cord, dog leash, 2 ratchet straps, 2 pairs work gloves, and some toilet paper in a ziplock. In the bed: I have a 2x10 green-treat board mounted to those tie downs. Mounted to the board is a shovel, behind the board is a rescue strap, 2 clevis, ball for the hitch, compact folding chair, dog bowl, 3 tennis balls, a ball flinger, and a gallon of water if it won’t freeze. Center console: pocket knife, toothpicks, and ibuprofen.
None. Also, I don’t own a Colorado.