Bring the spare belts at least.

I was in the middle of nowhere with a broken alternator belt, and it could
have really sucked.  It is a good feeling to just grab a wrench, and a belt,
and make the repair.

I also like to have some electrical stuff, wires and connectors, as well as
some odd pieces of hose and bailing wire, etc.  OF course basic tools too.

There are all too many times when you need your McGuyver skills on the road
trips with a Vanagon, and the items that do not take up too much of your
space (or explode in a hot car) you should bring along.

Basically.... whatever makes you feel better about travelling.  If you are
the kind who heads out for a 3000 mile adventure without even a mobile
phone, then go for it!  If carrying an alternator with you on the trip makes
you feel good... do it.

I imagine that we all find ourselves somewhere in between these two
extremes.

The important thing is to have a good trip and a good time! (and be able to
forget about the Vanagon, if possible).

RSF

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Salzburg, Austria
1987 Wolfsburg Vanagon 2.1 GL Weekender
1987 Golf Cabriolet
1991 Golf