I am not sure if this is overkill or not but I've seen I guy changing a
flat tire at a campground using a cordless Makita drill/impact driver to
remove the lug nuts.

On Wed, Oct 2, 2019 at 10:28 PM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote:

>         Actually 1 of these 2 might be closer in quality to the 1 I have ~
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> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CMJ2KU/ref=psdc_15709141_t1_B071FV7XVM
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> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004SEXO3E/ref=psdc_15709141_t3_B000CMJ2KU
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> On 2 Oct , 2019, at 11:16 PM, OlRivrRat wrote:
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> >        I keep 1 of these in My VDub & All Times ~ Works Great ~
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> > https://tinyurl.com/yyw6mc8k
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> > On 2 Oct , 2019, at 7:01 PM, Richard Koerner wrote:
> >
> >> Stephan, you are TOTALLY right about this observation.  In the old
> days, with 14" wheels, I would just go to Costco; at the time, it was an
> appropriate solution.  Switched to GoWesty 16" wheels after an on road blow
> out.  I now go to Discount Tire.  I'm happy with those guys.  But....
> >>
> >>
> >> As I remember,  I added a little smear of anti-seize grease to threads
> and faces of bolts.  And,....I added a 2 foot length of pipe...in my
> storage area...to be able to loosen those bolts in the case of an
> on-the-road emergency.  Honestly?  I do not know if I could change a tire
> now.   I haven't tried.   Ugh.
> >>
> >> The Coscto Supervisor, back then, was pretty adament about torquing
> wheel fasteners to 133 foot pounds.  That's a lot.  I said, "Well then how
> am I supposed to get those bolts off?  When off on the side of the road in
> the middle of the night in the middle of nowhere??"   No solution was
> reached.
> >>
> >>
> >> Suggestions are welcomed.
> >> Rich
> >> San Diego
> >>
> >>   On Wednesday, October 2, 2019, 5:31:13 PM PDT, Stephen Grisanti <
> bike2vcu@yahoo.com> wrote:
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> >> Ground level:  Did a tire shop last tighten the lug nuts/bolts on your
> wheels?  Make sure you can remove them with the lug wrench you have before
> setting out.
> >> Stephen
> >>   On Wednesday, October 2, 2019, 08:21:52 PM EDT, Richard Koerner <
> rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET> wrote:
> >>
> >> Hello.  I'm getting ready to do a Vanagon roadtrip from San Diego to
> Portland, OR.  About 1,000 miles one way; about 3,000 miles
> roundtrip...given little extra excursions.  I've been doing this since 1974
> with my Baywindow, and since 1987 with my 85 Tintop.  Trip will be about
> 2-3 weeks.   Mid-October.   Here is how I prep for it.
> >>
> >> I start at the ground.  Tires, all 5, in good shape; inflated to proper
> pressure.  Motor:  fresh oil and filter change, coolant fluid clean and
> full. Of course, no motor problems with Subie 2.2 with 60k miles.  Starter
> and House batteries all check out just fine, less than 4 years.  Wheel
> bearings and CV Joints were both attended to, and also my 3 year annual
> brake fluid flushing.  No leaks or drips anywhere.  Brakes (standard disc
> on front and drum on rear) working fine....no funny stuff.  Clutch is good,
> replaced with Subie conversion.
> >>
> >>
> >> I move up to the next level:  interior.  Sleeping bags clean, Mr Buddy
> Heater ready to go with extra propane cylinders, and also an extra sleeping
> bag and an extra comforter to toss on top.  Luci Light (solar) ready.
> Dishes and pans and cutlery sorta clean!  Plastic ice chest clean.  Extra
> water in jugs under rear seat.  Some DVD's ready to watch.  Laptop computer
> all updated and charged.  CELLPHONE!!!..it's ready too, especially with the
> Kampnik app installed, that is great.  All necessary charging cables for
> all of these.
> >>
> >> I always travel with a paper map.  Road Atlas or something; AAA fold up
> maps are awesome.  When out in the boonies, they are worth their weight in
> gold.
> >>
> >>
> >> In drawers, I've got a couple little baggies of powdered detergent and
> a bagful of quarters...to do laundry on the road.  And some extra money,
> about $40 in $1 bills.  Makes it easy at some of those campgrounds.
> And....a hidden extra credit card...just in case.
> >>
> >> Next level up....exterior.  2nd and 3rd coats of Carnuba Wax,
> especially on front end where bugs hit.  All instrumentation working good.
> Cruise Control (Audiovox CCS-100) works like a champ.  Clean windows.
> Whisk broom and shakeout on carpeting.
> >>
> >>
> >> Food?  I kinda get that on the road.  Whatever I'm in the mood for, as
> it happens.  Between Garmin Nuvi GPS and Smartphone, it works out pretty
> easily to find resources.  Wow, such luxury compared to when I did this
> stuff in the 70's!  My A/C works too...but probably won't need it for this
> trip.
> >>
> >>
> >> That's all I can think of for now.  No....I tried AAA a few years
> ago...I decided better spend the money on preventative maintenance instead.
> >>
> >>
> >> Rich
> >> San Diego
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