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JT Moderator	Message Posted: Feb 21, 2010 12:01:00 AM Ignore JT Report Abuse What is the most important emergency equipment that you carry in your vehicle? Tire stuff (spare tire / jack / chains) Warning devices (flares, etc.) Communications (cell phone, On-Star) Jumper cables Personal survival gear / first-aid kit Tools (tow chain / cable / shovel / flashlight) Extra fuel Not applicable Post your thoughts about this poll below.

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What is the most important emergency equipment that you carry in your vehicle?
Tire stuff (spare tire / jack / chains)
Warning devices (flares, etc.)
Communications (cell phone, On-Star)
Jumper cables
Personal survival gear / first-aid kit
Tools (tow chain / cable / shovel / flashlight)
Extra fuel
Not applicable
Post your thoughts about this poll below.

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pkhdonovan Champion Author Maine Posts:11,986 Points:2,700,830 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 5:55:47 PM Ignore pkhdonovan Report Abuse combination of all of these
boatbum2 All-Star Author Phoenix Posts:654 Points:55,515 Joined:Sep 2003	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 5:26:18 PM Ignore boatbum2 Report Abuse Does a loaded 44 Mag count as safety equipment?
Jethroy Champion Author Toronto Posts:4,105 Points:750,910 Joined:Mar 2004	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 5:24:48 PM Ignore Jethroy Report Abuse Brain
gwengo Rookie Author Pennsylvania Posts:1 Points:9,270 Joined:Jul 2009	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 5:03:04 PM Ignore gwengo Report Abuse I ALWAYS have in both my cars, as roadside emergency kit. It contains jumper cables, flares, tire patch and other necessities just in case.
pulpwood Champion Author Mississippi Posts:7,379 Points:1,859,605 Joined:Sep 2006	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 4:10:53 PM Ignore pulpwood Report Abuse Cell phone!
N9HVP Champion Author Indiana Posts:11,693 Points:2,467,615 Joined:Sep 2004	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 3:18:06 PM Ignore N9HVP Report Abuse Tire Stuff.
chui Champion Author Dallas Posts:2,900 Points:2,363,915 Joined:Sep 2004	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 3:07:28 PM Ignore chui Report Abuse cell phone
rxheaven Sophomore Author Montreal Posts:109 Points:501,005 Joined:Apr 2009	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 2:59:22 PM Ignore rxheaven Report Abuse Well, yes I keep almost all of what's mentioned, but one thing that isn't mentioned and I consider the most important is a fire extinguisher.
dangnad All-Star Author Las Vegas Posts:864 Points:474,355 Joined:Nov 2005	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 2:07:33 PM Ignore dangnad Report Abuse I've never had an emergency worse than a flat tire on the road so I've always practiced changing a tire with every new car I buy and then try to keep the tire-changing equipment and spare well maintained. Of course, these days, I have a cellphone with me too.
RxHugh Champion Author Greensboro Posts:7,582 Points:1,569,960 Joined:Feb 2003	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 1:21:00 PM Ignore RxHugh Report Abuse Tire stuff (spare tire / jack / chains)
zacksnanny Champion Author New Brunswick Posts:1,631 Points:2,198,960 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 1:09:16 PM Ignore zacksnanny Report Abuse cell phone
rick3532 Rookie Author Tennessee Posts:17 Points:492,370 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 1:07:54 PM Ignore rick3532 Report Abuse My primary vehicle is a Toyota Tacoma truck. In addition to my cell phone, I always have a set of jumper cables and a heavy-duty tow chain (approx. 10-12' long). I also carry a few 'standard' tools (sm. hammer, screw drivers, pliers and an adjustable wrench).
zacksnanny Champion Author New Brunswick Posts:1,631 Points:2,198,960 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 1:06:57 PM Ignore zacksnanny Report Abuse Tire stuff (spare tire / jack / chains)
Winoscientist Champion Author Maryland Posts:7,898 Points:1,371,335 Joined:Jun 2007	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 11:28:57 AM Ignore Winoscientist Report Abuse We carry a supply box with several bottles of bourbon, scotch and wine for the unforeseen breakdown.
hotsawss Champion Author Riverside Posts:7,233 Points:222,530 Joined:Nov 2009	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 10:52:11 AM Ignore hotsawss Report Abuse A big sign with HELP on it and a flare gun.
jBeta Champion Author Columbus Posts:2,527 Points:528,195 Joined:Oct 2005	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 10:27:48 AM Ignore jBeta Report Abuse I wanted to answer "my brain."
stoopsy Champion Author Columbus Posts:1,845 Points:357,350 Joined:Jun 2004	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 10:13:57 AM Ignore stoopsy Report Abuse a phone to call if needed
kimberly55 Veteran Author Allentown Posts:417 Points:652,905 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 7:59:21 AM Ignore kimberly55 Report Abuse Carry it all!!
Lengas Champion Author Gary Posts:13,530 Points:2,713,775 Joined:Nov 2004	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 7:27:39 AM Ignore Lengas Report Abuse Cell phone, Ham radio, CB radio
Bonanza Champion Author Boston Posts:12,063 Points:2,547,005 Joined:Jun 2004	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 5:45:07 AM Ignore Bonanza Report Abuse Cell phone
CPGas1815 Champion Author Michigan Posts:6,027 Points:1,099,605 Joined:Apr 2008	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 5:44:11 AM Ignore CPGas1815 Report Abuse jumper cables
pennypincherAB Sophomore Author Edmonton Posts:132 Points:20,890 Joined:Dec 2007	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 3:21:59 AM Ignore pennypincherAB Report Abuse Communications (cell phone) Personal survival gear / first-aid kit Tools (tow chain / cable / shovel / flashlight) Can't leave home without them :>)
bja0030 Champion Author New Mexico Posts:3,194 Points:535,930 Joined:Jan 2010	Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 12:26:56 AM Ignore bja0030 Report Abuse FOOD,CELL PHONE,EMERG.KIT
1939fred Rookie Author San Diego Posts:29 Points:746,430 Joined:Sep 2006	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 11:26:07 PM Ignore 1939fred Report Abuse Since I am 70 years old, live alone, have congestive heart failure, hyperparathyroidism and am on blood thinners I carry a cell phone on me at all times just for emergencies. Personally I HATE cell phones because most persons who use them are generally rude, feel very self-important and seem to never turn them off and use them in areas where signs are posted asking persons not to use their cell phones. In addition I have had just too many near crashes because of drivers using their cell phone while they are driving - especially when they are making left turns off a street onto the street where I'm either stopped for a traffic light or they are driving toward me and don't notice my car. I don't even give my cell phone number out to my friends. I use it only for making outgoing calls. The only calls I accept to me are call made to me on my regular landline telephone.
Airhose Rookie Author Louisville Posts:11 Points:105,445 Joined:Jan 2006	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 10:22:23 PM Ignore Airhose Report Abuse Cigarettes, food, a blanket, water, and a plastic bowl & roll of toilet paper! I can just wait out the emergency.
Lookingood All-Star Author Alberta Posts:627 Points:1,053,400 Joined:Apr 2006	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 10:16:13 PM Ignore Lookingood Report Abuse Cell phone and tire stuff.
paulydel Champion Author Delaware Posts:8,769 Points:846,150 Joined:Jan 2008	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 9:10:41 PM Ignore paulydel Report Abuse I voted N/A or other because all or any of those answers would be a big help.
FrisperCat Champion Author Anchorage Posts:3,613 Points:1,110,950 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 7:52:33 PM Ignore FrisperCat Report Abuse Mee too JCool~ so i went with other - they should have had an all of the above because "the most important" item depends on the current "emergency" you're experiencing!
Dancin Champion Author Toronto Posts:5,510 Points:2,082,255 Joined:Mar 2004	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 7:52:10 PM Ignore Dancin Report Abuse C'mon jcool2525 An empty gas can is as useless as screened windows in a submarine. If you travel in very rural areas, late at night, where gas stations are not found on every corner, carrying fuel in the trunk is a safety measure. It is illegal to carry fuel in the passenger compartment, not in the trunk if so equipped.
jcool2525 Veteran Author Los Angeles Posts:283 Points:1,201,935 Joined:Jun 2007	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 5:12:13 PM Ignore jcool2525 Report Abuse I carry everything that's on the list except for extra fuel. It's illegal to store gas inside the car. An empty fuel container is all right.
Gas_Buddy Champion Author Maryland Posts:25,948 Points:3,030,065 Joined:Aug 2004	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 4:51:38 PM Ignore Gas_Buddy Report Abuse Other. Significant other, that is, who has all the answers to everything I do wrong or for everything wrong that happens to me.
Smokeycowboy009 Rookie Author Wisconsin Posts:34 Points:55,350 Joined:Mar 2009	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 4:39:58 PM Ignore Smokeycowboy009 Report Abuse All of the above except for the extra fuel. (ie illegal to carry fuel inside vehicle)
zacksnanny Champion Author New Brunswick Posts:1,631 Points:2,198,960 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 4:05:11 PM Ignore zacksnanny Report Abuse Cell phone, spare tire,etc.
chui Champion Author Dallas Posts:2,900 Points:2,363,915 Joined:Sep 2004	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 3:53:41 PM Ignore chui Report Abuse CELL PHONE, AND MY G.P.S.
RxHugh Champion Author Greensboro Posts:7,582 Points:1,569,960 Joined:Feb 2003	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 3:49:15 PM Ignore RxHugh Report Abuse Tire stuff (spare tire / jack / chains)
4bangerON Rookie Author Ontario Posts:57 Points:7,040 Joined:Mar 2009	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 3:38:49 PM Ignore 4bangerON Report Abuse Most of these things are just common sense.
Oldlar Sophomore Author Florida Posts:161 Points:530,845 Joined:Oct 2006	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 3:14:22 PM Ignore Oldlar Report Abuse My cell phone, since the demise of the CB radio, by far is the biggest help to call AAA (which is also a good thing to have on hand). When driving my toy cars, which are 20+ years old, I carry a tool box wth a few replacement parts.
CPGas1815 Champion Author Michigan Posts:6,027 Points:1,099,605 Joined:Apr 2008	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 2:53:09 PM Ignore CPGas1815 Report Abuse My thumb. Does anyone pick up hitch-hikers anymore?
pulpwood Champion Author Mississippi Posts:7,379 Points:1,859,605 Joined:Sep 2006	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 2:37:44 PM Ignore pulpwood Report Abuse Me!
OKRifle Champion Author Oklahoma City Posts:10,382 Points:1,806,285 Joined:Oct 2007	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 2:21:05 PM Ignore OKRifle Report Abuse Communications (cell phone, On-Star) & gun!
pkhdonovan Champion Author Maine Posts:11,986 Points:2,700,830 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 2:05:48 PM Ignore pkhdonovan Report Abuse combination all of these
01DodgeRam1500 Rookie Author Portland Posts:18 Points:315,885 Joined:Jan 2007	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 1:18:30 PM Ignore 01DodgeRam1500 Report Abuse The bad thing is they don't have a "all the above" box cause in both me truck and my small sedan I carry the TOP 6 on that list and I live in a city.
phurburger Champion Author Atlanta Posts:2,555 Points:530,670 Joined:Oct 2005	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 1:12:44 PM Ignore phurburger Report Abuse When I lived in the Rockies it was definitely the mountain bag & blankets, but now that I'm in a less outback environment, it's my cell phone.
barefootAL Rookie Author Little Rock Posts:4 Points:44,700 Joined:Feb 2010	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 12:56:32 PM Ignore barefootAL Report Abuse I want to think I'd change a tire if needed--but honestly, would probably call for assistance--so might need the option to vote a tie for cell phone/tire eq.
Lengas Champion Author Gary Posts:13,530 Points:2,713,775 Joined:Nov 2004	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 12:02:40 PM Ignore Lengas Report Abuse Cell phone, ham radio, CB radio
zitcut Rookie Author Wisconsin Posts:1 Points:282,545 Joined:Apr 2005	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 11:50:37 AM Ignore zitcut Report Abuse at first i was going to check spare tire but after thinking i havent had aflat in 5 years but ive used on star twice in last two years lost twice so I checked onstar [Edited by: zitcut at 2/24/2010 11:54:12 AM EST]
KCK8 Champion Author Kansas Posts:6,544 Points:218,150 Joined:Oct 2009	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 11:48:18 AM Ignore KCK8 Report Abuse Tire stuff.
Mike_Hancho Rookie Author Illinois Posts:6 Points:225,720 Joined:Dec 2009	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 11:39:00 AM Ignore Mike_Hancho Report Abuse I was also looking for fire extinguisher like nedthenanite from Mississippi. Who wants to watch there car go up in flames due to a small fire.
Mike_Hancho Rookie Author Illinois Posts:6 Points:225,720 Joined:Dec 2009	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 11:35:23 AM Ignore Mike_Hancho Report Abuse I think I am the only one who posted warning devices such as flares etc. To answer cell phones is a wasted vote since 99.9% of people carry one IMO. If you have ever been broke down on an interstate with cars whizzing by at 75 mph, you will want flares or triangle reflectors that truckers use. p.s. I am not a trucker but they know road safety.
Muradia Champion Author Toronto Posts:6,399 Points:1,383,405 Joined:Nov 2006	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 11:30:07 AM Ignore Muradia Report Abuse Tire stuff (spare tire / jack / chains)
AzDriver Veteran Author Phoenix Posts:309 Points:83,930 Joined:Mar 2003	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 10:21:38 AM Ignore AzDriver Report Abuse I answered jumper cables but they are part of a whole power station with a compressor to put air in my tires and a light. It's about the size of a gallon of anti-freeze, maybe slightly bigger.
DancingBearNY Rookie Author Rochester Posts:53 Points:63,135 Joined:Oct 2008	Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 10:04:53 AM Ignore DancingBearNY Report Abuse I voted "Tools", but IMO most of the other choices could fir into that category. And I'm surprised what the #1 choice is. Kind of points out how things have changed.