Off-Road Checklist For Your Next Adventure
Posted: February 15, 2018 | Author: Kevin Koontz | Read Time: 1 minutes
Going off-road can be an exhilarating adventure. It is important to pack strategically and prepare for the trip ahead of time. If possible, try not to go off-road alone and always tell someone (who isn't going with you) where you are going and when you should be back.
Pre-Trip Maintenance Checklist
- Check engine oil
- Check transmission oil
- Check brake fluid
- Check radiator coolant
- Check windshield wiper fluid
- Check fan belts
- Check hoses
- Check air cleaner
- Check seat belts
- Check tire air pressure (tire air pressure changes for highway driving and off-road driving)
- Check for tire wear or damage
- Check and tighten, if needed, the u-bolts and lug bolts
- Check for frame cracks
- Check brake pads and shoes
- Check for any loose bolts or nuts
- Check shocks
- Check winch for proper operation (if vehicle has one)
Gear to Bring
- First Aid Kit
- Spare Tire
- Jack and tire iron to change your tire
- Tow strap
- Basic tool kit
- Extra gas
- Come-alongs (a hand-operated winch)
Personal Essentials
- Water
- Food
- Sunscreen
- Jacket
- Communication device
- Maps
- Compass or GPS
- Sunglasses
This article was published more than 5 years ago and might contain outdated information or broken links. As a result, its accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
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