"must have" tools on board?
 

Just wondering what tools you carry on board if any.

I was putting together a tool kit and not really sure what I should have.

Anyone?

I carry a complete set of common hand tools. Basically you should have any tool required to replace any spare part that you carry (e.g. belts). I also highly recommend wire cutters and a utility knife if case your prop gets fouled and you have to cut it free. Crab pots an trout lines are a real problem here.

Bottle opener.:evilb:

Actually - it would depend on your engine(s). I carried different tools when I had my big blocks than when I ran OBs.

Big blocks = lots of tools. OB's = 5 0r 6.

hammer and duct tape should take care of most problems...

The only tool you don't bring is the one you will need. I bring everything I would need to work on carbs, valvetrain, exhaust, belts, hoses or wiring. And duct tape for the really tricky jobs.

I picked up one of the soft tool bags from Home Depot for like $15 and filled it with a small socket/driver set and whatever other tools I needed...crescent wrench, vice grips, side cutter, allen wrenches, etc. It doesn't take up much space and I probably only spent $80 for everything. I couldn't find a kit that specifically fit the needs of a boat so I just pieced it together.

I also carry a soft tool bag with the basics,socket set ,screwdrivers .knife and large cresent and large channelocks.A good test for the tool bag,I replaced both seapumps on mine and was able to do it without going to the tool chest just what I carry on board.If you do your own maint take note of what tools you use and stock it from there.

Just my little yellow SeaTow membership card! Hahaha!!!

...get it back on dry land and fix it right with the proper tools & supplies. I'm all about pre-trip and post-trip inspection...constantly checking every nut, bolt, screw, hose clamps, etc.
Spare fuses are a good carry.

Whatever tools you plan on having on the boat add one of those long extendable magnets.
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+1

I used that a lot to fish out everything from bolts to keys that fell out of my pocket and under an engine.....

I've thought about that...but I don't want to be the retard who has to call Sea Tow when a socket set would have fixed it. Not worth the teasing involved :)