Toolbox for TVR Vixen diff cover
Discussion
I am thinking of making a toolbox to fit where the diff access cover is in my Vixen. There is some height available to make a shallow box with foam inlay and lid for necessary tools to bring on longer trips. I won't be able to fit the largest tools, but spanners, ratchets, screwdrivers etc should fit.
The box would be made from FG and foam cut to make the tools fit snug.
Question is what are the essential tools to bring?
1/2" spanners x2
Philips screwdriver
Flat screwdriver
1/2" ratchet and sockets maybe?
Spare fuses
Spare bulbs
What else would fit within the width, depth and length confines of the diff cover?
Fitting would be via clip nuts
The box would be made from FG and foam cut to make the tools fit snug.
Question is what are the essential tools to bring?
1/2" spanners x2
Philips screwdriver
Flat screwdriver
1/2" ratchet and sockets maybe?
Spare fuses
Spare bulbs
What else would fit within the width, depth and length confines of the diff cover?
Fitting would be via clip nuts
In Many ways David is spot on however i dont really like the idea of coming home on a recovery Truck although its still worthwhile having cover.
I tend to probably carry far more than needed and the spares have been used on others cars over the years more than my own.
However in the Vixen Bodied cars there is a simple solution.
The Passenger side foot well when you sit in the passenger side you will find that your feet dont touch the end and dont have somewhere to rest your feet.
This was done on mine by Alan Bell when he re built her a number of years ago.
He built a frame 6,5 inches out and made a false floor that is trimmed and has clips under the carpet that keep it in place where you can store all sorts mine packed tight has all sorts from spare fuel pump to coil to a full socket set and many other bits hidden in there.
When i bought the car from a German Dealer after the owner sadly died did not even realize it was there.
Plus the weight is in the best area of the car.
here are a few pictures
Andrew
I tend to probably carry far more than needed and the spares have been used on others cars over the years more than my own.
However in the Vixen Bodied cars there is a simple solution.
The Passenger side foot well when you sit in the passenger side you will find that your feet dont touch the end and dont have somewhere to rest your feet.
This was done on mine by Alan Bell when he re built her a number of years ago.
He built a frame 6,5 inches out and made a false floor that is trimmed and has clips under the carpet that keep it in place where you can store all sorts mine packed tight has all sorts from spare fuel pump to coil to a full socket set and many other bits hidden in there.
When i bought the car from a German Dealer after the owner sadly died did not even realize it was there.
Plus the weight is in the best area of the car.
here are a few pictures
Andrew
I have all the above in a laptop size bag which slides down behind the drivers seat perfectly. It's not visible but easy to get out when required. Other items to consider are torch, contact points and condenser, HT lead, spark plug, cable ties, duck tape.
The item I don't carry is a jack, which makes having a spare wheel questionable. I'd love to find a really small jack that could be stored somewhere and it makes sense to put it where you're thinking, as when needed you'll need to get the spare out anyway.
Moto
The item I don't carry is a jack, which makes having a spare wheel questionable. I'd love to find a really small jack that could be stored somewhere and it makes sense to put it where you're thinking, as when needed you'll need to get the spare out anyway.
Moto
Moto said:
I have all the above in a laptop size bag which slides down behind the drivers seat perfectly. It's not visible but easy to get out when required. Other items to consider are torch, contact points and condenser, HT lead, spark plug, cable ties, duck tape.
The item I don't carry is a jack, which makes having a spare wheel questionable. I'd love to find a really small jack that could be stored somewhere and it makes sense to put it where you're thinking, as when needed you'll need to get the spare out anyway.
Moto
Jack should be inside the back of the wheel as there is plenty of space there for it along with a tool role as well the spare goes in with the back facing up with the spare holder having a dish where the jack sits The item I don't carry is a jack, which makes having a spare wheel questionable. I'd love to find a really small jack that could be stored somewhere and it makes sense to put it where you're thinking, as when needed you'll need to get the spare out anyway.
Moto
Andrew
Andrew Gray said:
Jack should be inside the back of the wheel as there is plenty of space there for it along with a tool role as well the spare goes in with the back facing up with the spare holder having a dish where the jack sits
Makes sense. When I purchased the Vixen there was no tool roll or jack but there was a vinyl cover for the spare - original I think and not damaged but not very nice. So as I had all the wheels refurbed and the spare is immaculate I ditched the cover to the back of a cupboard, turned the spare the right way up so it now looks good. I could probably just cable tie a jack underneath the spare.Moto
Moto said:
I could probably just cable tie a jack underneath the spare.
Moto
Don't forget to pack some cutters in the car, nothing worse than something tie wrapped and nothing to remove it.Moto
Another alternative for the OP is just considering carrying some key spares, then use the roadside recovery man to fit them, that way you won't be stranded and even better won't get your hands dirty!
Moto said:
Andrew Gray said:
Jack should be inside the back of the wheel as there is plenty of space there for it along with a tool role as well the spare goes in with the back facing up with the spare holder having a dish where the jack sits
Makes sense. When I purchased the Vixen there was no tool roll or jack but there was a vinyl cover for the spare - original I think and not damaged but not very nice. So as I had all the wheels refurbed and the spare is immaculate I ditched the cover to the back of a cupboard, turned the spare the right way up so it now looks good. I could probably just cable tie a jack underneath the spare.Moto
Andrew
http://www.tbcmainsite.co.uk
For the man who has everything... this is lovely and very apt for our cars...
N.
For the man who has everything... this is lovely and very apt for our cars...
N.
http://www.tbcmainsite.co.uk
For the man who has everything... this is lovely and very apt for our cars...
N.
For the man who has everything... this is lovely and very apt for our cars...
N.
Moto said:
Andrew Gray said:
Jack should be inside the back of the wheel as there is plenty of space there for it along with a tool role as well the spare goes in with the back facing up with the spare holder having a dish where the jack sits
Makes sense. When I purchased the Vixen there was no tool roll or jack but there was a vinyl cover for the spare - original I think and not damaged but not very nice. So as I had all the wheels refurbed and the spare is immaculate I ditched the cover to the back of a cupboard, turned the spare the right way up so it now looks good. I could probably just cable tie a jack underneath the spare.Moto
Oliver.
Dollyman1850 said:
http://www.tbcmainsite.co.uk
For the man who has everything... this is lovely and very apt for our cars...
N.
Rather Nice For the man who has everything... this is lovely and very apt for our cars...
N.
Would work well in the 3000s boot
I opted for this for the Tuscan as i could not fit the footwell cupboard and the side vents
Jack etc and some other spares in with the spare wheel and a socket set under the seat then this set up which stores nice down the side of the spare wheel.
Andrew
Just to put this into perspective, in some 12,000 miles over the past 5 years the Vixen has only needed a tool kit 3 times. Once with a broken fan belt where 3 cables ties joined together lasted 25 miles to get me home. A spanner to tighten an earth connection when the headlights started to flicker and last week when the car wouldn't start after filling it up with fuel. I don't know why yet but after a short time she fired up and all OK for now. I'm thinking possibly a failing coil.
Not too bad really for a 45 yea old car.
Moto
Not too bad really for a 45 yea old car.
Moto
Moto said:
Just to put this into perspective, in some 12,000 miles over the past 5 years the Vixen has only needed a tool kit 3 times. Once with a broken fan belt where 3 cables ties joined together lasted 25 miles to get me home. A spanner to tighten an earth connection when the headlights started to flicker and last week when the car wouldn't start after filling it up with fuel. I don't know why yet but after a short time she fired up and all OK for now. I'm thinking possibly a failing coil.
Not too bad really for a 45 yea old car.
Moto
Very True they are robust little cars and not that much to go wrong its more peace of mind when it come to having tools with you Not too bad really for a 45 yea old car.
Moto
Andrew
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