Preparedness for when

maryb

Karmacat wrote: »

Hi Mary, I was born in 1954 too, but a bit later, so I get mine on my 66th - didn't know that about the civil service announcement I try not to think about it, because I'm so furious about it Since reading this thread, I've gone back to what I used to think in my 20s, that almost anyone with a great deal of wealth has obtained a fair amount of it by, um, being a toerag, thats the technical term, you understand

It stinks doesn't it? Boris is hugely popular among oldies in London for reinstating freedom passes at 60. I'm lucky enough to be comfortable but I hesitate to spend £9 for a day in central London even though the fast trains only take 15 minutes. I'm not counting on it lasting past the next election though.

siegemode

newthrift wrote: »

siegemode having had a look through your list, this has given me some good ideas for bits I hadn't thought of that would be relevant. Also made me think about re-checking what my OH has got in his incase of emergency pack in his lorry - it is pretty well equipped but will double check it later or over the weekend.

Can anyone recommend where best to pick up seat belt cutter and window breaker?

We have a couple of these, one each kept in the door pockets. Torch, seat belt cutter and window breaker. also has a magnetic bottom so can be placed on the side of the car as a warning and also flashes or can be used as an ordinary torch.

AA 3-in-1 Emergency Beacon



Got them for £8.99 on @mazon a couple of years back. AA has them for £9.99. I've always been scared of getting stuck in a sinking car so it gives piece of mind as well as having a useful torch and a magnet on the bottom.

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siegemode wrote: »

Do let us know if you think of anything else whilst planning your trip to France.

There are a few things I couldn't spot, in your list of things you keep in your car.

Spare fuel.

Spare bulbs.

Engine oil.

Coolant.

Jump leads/jumper pack.

Tow rope/bar.

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I keep one of these in the car.

It has a magnetic base, so I can attach it to the car bodywork.

The magnet being quite strong, and the unit being very light, I can attach it to the side of the car, on the offside, so it provides a flashing red arrow head, guiding passing vehicles around the safe side of my car.

boultdj

FurryBeastOz wrote: »

Now I understand your username siegemode. Is there any room in the car for you and DH? Actually some great ideas there. We are travelling to South of France in May and I always find I've missed something. Your car list now added to my various scenario packing lists. Thanks

Don't forget a spare set of car light bulb's[in the boot], a breathaliser kit and to carry the high viz vests in the glove box which is now the law to carry in france, the police can fine you if your not carring them.hth

siegemode

Bedsit Bob The items you mention I will look into, but OH does no more than check oil and tyres and washer bottle and I just wouldn't know where to start, hence AA cover. We have the car serviced by the local dealership when it goes for the mot and also take it for a winter check every Oct. FIL helps with costs so it's well maintained so that we are always able to get to him if and when he needs us. A tow rope will be added to the shopping list. I love your triangle thingy:D Where from and how much please ?

boultdj Thanks for reminding me to move the yellow vests from the boot to the front with us.

jk0

I am reading this at present, and thought it might interest you guys. You can download a taster chapter for free:

https://liraspg.com/a-secret-history-of-the-american-crash/

boultdj

Happy to help seigemode, and thank you for your list, need to add some of it to my car.

Karmacat

Bedsit_Bob wrote: »

Originally Posted by Karmacat
Norty Bob!

Actually I was making a serious point.

There's no point sending a message in Morse, if you can't understand the reply.

Much better to just use the internationally recognised distress signal.

Uh, I know you were making a serious point, Bob, and its a good one. You made it in a humourous way, and I thought I'd be humourous an'all. Oops!

Hollyberry

paidinchickens wrote: »

I'd never heard of DIY temporary tooth filler, DH and my teeth are terrible also, so I'll be tracking some down.

PiC x

MrsAtobe beat me to it, but both of ours came from B00ts. We have these two:

http://www.boots.com/en/Dentanurse-First-Aid-Kit-for-Teeth_6340/
http://www.boots.com/en/Dentek-Cap-and-Crown-Cement-Repair-Kit_867969/

I've used the first one before to replace a filling when we were out of the UK for a couple of days. It worked pretty well, and the mixing process to prepare the goo was strangely satisfying. I seem to recall tasting cloves for the entire period before I had it properly fixed though.

siegemode Great list - will review and see what we should add.

MrsL Really helpful thoughts on footwear. I would add one more which is about taking the opportunity to purchase specific items when you can, for example snow boots in snowy climates or water wear at the coast. This comes to mind as I took my snow boots back to Chicago last month, having originally purchased them there about 13 years ago in a blizzard. They have lasted brilliantly, are made of decent leather with great grippy soles and good ankle support, and were bargainously about £25 at the time - not cheap, but great value. Well worth buying stuff at a location where the users need it to be good.