Who Got Junk in the Trunk?!

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I do!! Coming from a sedan with a trunk, the CX-5 has loads of space. I like to be prepared where I can, so I always carry these items for "just in case". What do you have for emergencies? And any suggestions to what I can add? And no, I'm not talking about insurance or road side assistance.

My list -
factory tools
Tire repair kit/reflectors
Craftsman Cordless impact wrench/sockets/extensions
assorted hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, trim remover, hexes)
exterior cleaning supplies
Microfiber towels/ oil rags
Slime fix-a-flat
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Rain poncho
Tie straps/bungees
Snap-on battery jump start
1 gallon gas can
Cree flashlight
Bottled water/dry food
Rear seat headrests (wish I could eliminate this)
Latex/Mechanix gloves
small insulated cooler
MAC fender protector
Spare remote fob




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What it looks like with everything in it's place
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Personally, I like to travel light (and rattles from junk in the trunk tends to drive me crazy) so I have:

In summer mode:
-a net (16$ Canadian tire) that is attached to the anchors so when I carry stuff I slip everything under it to keep things from moving to much.
-a blanket to cover up stuff or to prevent my carpet from getting dirty.

In winter Mode;
-same as summer mode
-a window brush/scraper
-a light compact shovel (but I never use it... because AWD)
-a spare windshield washer bottle
 
Heh, I have my tire well stuffed with things like that. The downside is stuff can shift and rattle.
 
Normally I have only the left side backseat headrest (not really 'stuff') and duct tape, next to the spare.
On ski trips I take also chains (required by law), mini shovel and plastic cover + gloves. I take them all out of the car when we return.
 
craigo said:
Heh, I have my tire well stuffed with things like that. The downside is stuff can shift and rattle.
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I do love it that I can stuff a lot of things in that tire well with no problems. That may change though if I decide to put the sub in the well.
 
This reminds me of the saying "Luck favors the prepared"

Something tells me that you don't have a AAA membership? (lol2)

Good job at being prepared for any circumstances that may happen to you're when driving. Seems like stuff everybody should bring with them when embarking on a long road trip.

I think I will use your list of supplies as inspiration in preparing an emergency kit to keep in the CX5. (2thumbs)
 
My AAA card and first aid kit is supplemented by towels, shop towels, 2 seat towels, rug for cargo area if needed, roll of paper towels, windex spray, detailer spray, gloves, flashlight, window scraper and squeegee, and a few plastic bags. I'm trying to keep my curb weight close under 3500 pounds w/full tank of gas.

In my console are a few smaller items like tire pressure gauge, pens/pad, small flashlight, small coin purse, wipes, etc.
 
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to the OP - does your cordless craftsman batteries stay charged back there? I'd imagine they go flat after a few weeks and wouldn't be helpful if/when the time came to need them. i mean you always have a tire iron :)

throw in some glow sticks.
 
Does the spare remote fob make it very convenient for car thieves? Dont know if I would keep it in the car.
 
deepfriedsushi said:
This reminds me of the saying "Luck favors the prepared"

Something tells me that you don't have a AAA membership? (lol2)
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I do not have AAA, but my insurance has Roadside Assistance (for like $5 every 6 months). But, like you said, I try to be properly prepared. But, if I were to have a flat tire, for example, I would try repair it first before calling for assistance. By the time they got there, I would have the flat repaired and be long gone. So that would save me a lot of time and hassle. An added bonus is if another motorist is stranded, it would allow me to do my good "deed for the day". I have jumped several cars and fixed a flat once or twice for others (attn)
Added bonus #2, if I jump someone, I don't have to strain my electrical system.
 
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biking4jesus said:
to the OP - does your cordless craftsman batteries stay charged back there? I'd imagine they go flat after a few weeks and wouldn't be helpful if/when the time came to need them. i mean you always have a tire iron :)

throw in some glow sticks.
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Biking, glow sticks! Thanks for that, I'm adding that on my list. The batteries have not charged for at least 2 months and still torqued the lugs off at for least 4 tires (confirmed). But I will put them on a charge every couple weeks or so just to make sure. In fact, I just put them on last night but they didn't need it. (cool)

Arnold63 said:
Does the spare remote fob make it very convenient for car thieves? Dont know if I would keep it in the car.
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Arnold, the only thieves that know about this is you all! ;D But if my car were to be broken into, they would still have to search for the fob. And if they are looking for it that hard, they are probably Memphis Raines' crew and are probably prepared to steal it no matter what. But.... now that you all know, I'm hiding it somewhere else! (yes)

p.s.- I do recommend the craftsman C3 cordless tools and the Snap-on Proseries PSJ-2212 battery boost box, they're worthy of their prices.
 
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Ed- cell phone? You keep a cell phone just for your car?How does that work, on a prepaid card or phone company service? Have to recharge it often? With my luck, it would be dead when I need it the most (ugh). Do you not simply keep a cell on you? I also have all you mention in the red bag except the cell phone and folding chair.
 
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Yes, great idea on the cell phone, you do not need a service contract on a phone to dial 911.
 
High vis jacket.
Warning triangle.
Spare bulbs.
Breathalyser kit.
Umbrella.
Alloy wheel cleaner.
Small tool kit.
Tow rope.
1st aid box.
Rope to hold tailgate if load sticking out the back.
Torch.
Foldable boxes for shopping
Shopping bags.
and on longer trips I put a spare winter wheel and jack in, just incase.
 
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Wow, nice supply lists, guys. In the cargo area I have a laundry basket in which I keep my jumper cables, umbrella, towels/microfibers, cleaners/detailers, squeegee, and I have to get some emergency triangles and tire chains. Going to have to get a cargo tray to make sure the carpet back there doesn't get destroyed from the basket sliding around.

Up front I've got the tire pressure gauge, flashlight, car escape tool, and dry-erase marker in case I need to quickly write down a license plate number or something on the window.
 
Dr_Watson said:
Torch.
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I never thought about a torch. Are we talking about a small butane one, or a larger metal canned type used for plumbing? And have you needed it on the road yet?

meteorgrey said:
Wow, nice supply lists, guys. In the cargo area I have a laundry basket in which I keep my jumper cables, umbrella, towels/microfibers, cleaners/detailers, squeegee, and I have to get some emergency triangles and tire chains. Going to have to get a cargo tray to make sure the carpet back there doesn't get destroyed from the basket sliding around.

Up front I've got the tire pressure gauge, flashlight, car escape tool, and dry-erase marker in case I need to quickly write down a license plate number or something on the window.
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I too, have a small "stackable bin" I put on the back seat that stores a hoodie, Michelin blanket (promotion item), beach towel, and a couple of hats. I bought a pack of furniture leg pads, but the rubber grippy kind and glued them to the bottom to keep it from sliding around.
 
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In the city I keep it minimal; swiss army knife that has tools, credit card, cell phone. In the mountains I go all out; sleeping platform, thermarest mattress, sleeping bag, food, water, coat, extra clothes, ham radio, cell phone, flashlight. For a new car I don't need AAA, jumper cables, or toolbox, but have done that with my older cars. Cars are much more reliable today. Strongly suggest the ham radio if you are out in the SW deserts or Sierra/Rocky mountains. Many times those areas don't have cell towers, but do have ham radio repeaters.
 
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