Recommended spares and tools
- A multi-meter (battery tester)
- PTFE tape (for dealing with unexpected domestic leaks)
- Adjustable spanners
- Spanner set
- Filter wrench
- Side cutters and cutting equipment for fouled propellars
- 24mm spanner for engine mount adjustment
- A flat head and multi-faceted Phillips screwdriver
- Pliers
- A hammer
- Spare lengths of electrical wire/ insulation tape
- A socket set
- Refractometer for checking coolant (antifreeze) and batteries
- Spark plug sockets (for outboards only)
- Jump leads
With this kit, River Canal Rescue says you should be able to manage the majority of maintenance issues.
Useful extras
If you have the room, you could also carry common or engine specific spares such as:
- Morse cables throttle and gear selection
- Fan belts
- Impellers
- Spark plugs, fuel and oil filters,
- Bulbs
- Bolts and fuses
- A supply of oil and ‘Stop Leak' or putty for those unexpected hull breaches
Happy boating!
