Thinking of driving to france in the Chim? what do i take?
Discussion
Breakdown cover, credit card and mobile phone. Forget the bulb kit - you would never manage to change the front ones at the roadside. Never been asked to show a bulb kit in 40 years of driving in France. Its not actually a legal requirement to carry one - however it is illegal to drive with a duff bulb (no different to UK then).
Corkscrew & wine glass
cheese knife
2 hi viz vests
triangle
Driving licence, passport,V5,insurance cert & mot. You must carry these in car at all times, and I have been asked to produce on several occasions
Enjoy the D roads !!!!!!!
Corkscrew & wine glass
cheese knife
2 hi viz vests
triangle
Driving licence, passport,V5,insurance cert & mot. You must carry these in car at all times, and I have been asked to produce on several occasions
Enjoy the D roads !!!!!!!
Don't forget your EU certified breath testing kit (twin pack).
I kid you not
The breath testing kit became a legal requirement last year, you must carry one or risk a fine, just like you must have the two fluorescent vests and a warning triangle.
Oh, and the French Police now have the right to confiscate your Sat Nav & give you a massive fine if you have speed camera locations loaded on it.
In practice it would be extremely unlikely to happen, but don't say I didn't tell you if it does
I always carry a few likely spares like a spare throttle cable, coil, rotor arm and the longest HT lead.
Other than that, put a small tool kit together.
With a TVR your tool kit should always include a test meter, a long length of twin core wire & a selection of crimp terminals.
Mobile phone, Euro break down cover that repatriates you, & a credit card are essentials.
I also recommend a Telepeage Transponder if you're planning on using the motorway network, it'll make your life soooo much easier at the tolls.
Finally, make sure you prep the car thoroughly and you'll be far less likely to have any issues.
Above all enjoy the trip
I kid you not
The breath testing kit became a legal requirement last year, you must carry one or risk a fine, just like you must have the two fluorescent vests and a warning triangle.
Oh, and the French Police now have the right to confiscate your Sat Nav & give you a massive fine if you have speed camera locations loaded on it.
In practice it would be extremely unlikely to happen, but don't say I didn't tell you if it does
I always carry a few likely spares like a spare throttle cable, coil, rotor arm and the longest HT lead.
Other than that, put a small tool kit together.
With a TVR your tool kit should always include a test meter, a long length of twin core wire & a selection of crimp terminals.
Mobile phone, Euro break down cover that repatriates you, & a credit card are essentials.
I also recommend a Telepeage Transponder if you're planning on using the motorway network, it'll make your life soooo much easier at the tolls.
Finally, make sure you prep the car thoroughly and you'll be far less likely to have any issues.
Above all enjoy the trip
ChimpOnGas said:
Don't forget your EU certified breath testing kit (twin pack).
I kid you not
The breath testing kit became a legal requirement last year, you must carry one or risk a fine, just like you must have the two fluorescent vests and a warning triangle.
Breathalyser requirement is not being actively enforced : http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...I kid you not
The breath testing kit became a legal requirement last year, you must carry one or risk a fine, just like you must have the two fluorescent vests and a warning triangle.
It seems the minister responsible may have had some "interest" in the company which makes them.
marshalla said:
Breathalyser requirement is not being actively enforced : http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
It seems the minister responsible may have had some "interest" in the company which makes them.
"It will be treated/checked on about the same level as all the other crap your supposed to carry, completely ignored in other words"It seems the minister responsible may have had some "interest" in the company which makes them.
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k off great smile. GB badge, Do you still need them?Check your breakdown cover. Mine won't cover a car more than 16 years old outside the UK.
Also, download one of these. Was a great help to me after an accident and it helped bridge the language barrier.
http://european-accident-statement.accidentsketch....
Also, download one of these. Was a great help to me after an accident and it helped bridge the language barrier.
http://european-accident-statement.accidentsketch....
Simon BB said:
As above plus .....a selection of fuses, some coolant, litre of oil and bobs yer uncle.
If you have breakdown cover the car won't miss a beat, if you don't it'll break down for sure! ;-)
Enjoy, the roads are fantastic!
They sell oil and coolant in France.......Mob 1 is half the price it is in the UK.If you have breakdown cover the car won't miss a beat, if you don't it'll break down for sure! ;-)
Enjoy, the roads are fantastic!
Fuses? Yes, I thought every TVR had those in the boot so didn't mention them!!!!
- Distributor cap
- Rotor Arm
- Ignition amp
- Two plug heat extenders
- Spare remote fob batteries
- Spare keys well hidden in a secret place within the car
- Two spare spark plugs
- HT lead
- Throttle cable
- Drive belt (Serp or Pre-serp)
- Tyre weld (two cans)
- Tow rope
- Tape measure
- Insulating tape
- Engine oil
- Jump Leads
- Rubber gloves
- Head torch
- Spare batteries for head torch
- First aid kit
- Registration doc (Original V5)
- MoT certificate
- Insurance docs including Green Card
- French road accident form
- Two waterproof ponchos
- Collapsible water container
- Hard copy old school road map of France for when your sat nav gives up
- Clutch master cylinder
- Brake fluid
- Tool bag
- Nylon cord/string
- Power steering fluid
- Magnetic pickup tool
- Water pump
- Small wire brush
- Gasket scraper
- Emery paper
- Tweezers
- Needle nose pliers
- Copy of Steve Heath's bible
- 3G connection for Piston Heads by mobile phone
- Spark plug spanner
- Universal joint 3/8" drive
- Rocker cover socket
- Alternator
- Fuel pump
- Jack & jack handle
- Pen & paper
- Tyre pressure gauge
- Steel rule or vernier callipers
- Selection of bulbs
- High viz vests (two of)
- Hand wipes
- Alloy wheel nut socket
- Lots of rags
- Pair of overalls
- Pocket tyre plugger
- PTFE tape
- Breath testing kit (two of)
- Headlight beam deflectors
- Warning triangle
- Spare pair of spectacles/contact lenses (if you wear them)
- One collapsible axle stand
- Gaffer tape
- Hose repair tape
- K-Seal or Radweld
- Epoxy putty
- SuperGlue
- Epoxy resin
- Cable ties (selection of)
- Mobile phone (with camera)
- Mobile phone charger
- Sat nav
- Telepeage transponder for the motorway tolls
- BluTak
- Double sided tape
- Small can of WD40
- Small tube of silicone sealant
- Length of strong fencing wire
- Assortment Nuts, Bolts, Washers (big penny washers too)
- Heat shrink
- Length of screen wash tube
- adjustable spanner
- 10ft length of high amp twin core cable
- Selection of crimp type electrical terminals
- Soldering Iron
- Solder & flux
- Hammer
- Length of hose for syphoning fuel
- 1/2" Drive telescopic breaker bar
- Pry bar
- 8" file
- Selection of needle files
- Chisel
- Jewellers screwdrivers
- Length of fuel hose
- Punch
- Combination spanner set
- Small socket set, 3/8 & 1/4 drive
- Selection of Jubilee clips & fuel hose clips
- Test meter
- spare batteries for test meter
- Ratchet terminal crimping tool
- Selection of fuses
- Mole Grips
- Pliers
- Heavy duty scissors
- Side cutters
- Hacksaw
- Gasket paper
- Allen keys (selection of)
- Tube of hylomar Blue instant gasket
- Small tube of Copper grease
- Thermostat & gasket
- Allen bit for removing the starter motor
- 3/8 & 1/4 drive extensions
- 1/2" 3/8 & 1/4 drive converters (up & down)
- Water pump pliers
- Screw drivers (selection of)
- 12v tyre pump
- two 100amp strip fuses (or better still midi type)
- Fire extinguisher
- One gallon petrol can (filled)
- Sharp knife & or multi-tool/Swiss army penknife
- Rain-X (for when your wipers pack up)
- Wiper motor park switch
- Sump plug & copper washer
And......
ChimpOnGas said:
- Distributor cap
- Rotor Arm
- Ignition amp
- Two plug heat extenders
- Spare remote fob batteries
- Spare keys well hidden in a secret place within the car
- Two spare spark plugs
- HT lead
- Throttle cable
- Drive belt (Serp or Pre-serp)
- Tyre weld (two cans)
- Tow rope
- Tape measure
- Insulating tape
- Engine oil
- Jump Leads
- Rubber gloves
- Head torch
- Spare batteries for head torch
- First aid kit
- Registration doc (Original V5)
- MoT certificate
- Insurance docs including Green Card
- French road accident form
- Two waterproof ponchos
- Collapsible water container
- Hard copy old school road map of France for when your sat nav gives up
- Clutch master cylinder
- Brake fluid
- Tool bag
- Nylon cord/string
- Power steering fluid
- Magnetic pickup tool
- Water pump
- Small wire brush
- Gasket scraper
- Emery paper
- Tweezers
- Needle nose pliers
- Copy of Steve Heath's bible
- 3G connection for Piston Heads by mobile phone
- Spark plug spanner
- Universal joint 3/8" drive
- Rocker cover socket
- Alternator
- Fuel pump
- Jack & jack handle
- Pen & paper
- Tyre pressure gauge
- Steel rule or vernier callipers
- Selection of bulbs
- High viz vests (two of)
- Hand wipes
- Alloy wheel nut socket
- Lots of rags
- Pair of overalls
- Pocket tyre plugger
- PTFE tape
- Breath testing kit (two of)
- Headlight beam deflectors
- Warning triangle
- Spare pair of spectacles/contact lenses (if you wear them)
- One collapsible axle stand
- Gaffer tape
- Hose repair tape
- K-Seal or Radweld
- Epoxy putty
- SuperGlue
- Epoxy resin
- Cable ties (selection of)
- Mobile phone (with camera)
- Mobile phone charger
- Sat nav
- Telepeage transponder for the motorway tolls
- BluTak
- Double sided tape
- Small can of WD40
- Small tube of silicone sealant
- Length of strong fencing wire
- Assortment Nuts, Bolts, Washers (big penny washers too)
- Heat shrink
- Length of screen wash tube
- adjustable spanner
- 10ft length of high amp twin core cable
- Selection of crimp type electrical terminals
- Soldering Iron
- Solder & flux
- Hammer
- Length of hose for syphoning fuel
- 1/2" Drive telescopic breaker bar
- Pry bar
- 8" file
- Selection of needle files
- Chisel
- Jewellers screwdrivers
- Length of fuel hose
- Punch
- Combination spanner set
- Small socket set, 3/8 & 1/4 drive
- Selection of Jubilee clips & fuel hose clips
- Test meter
- spare batteries for test meter
- Ratchet terminal crimping tool
- Selection of fuses
- Mole Grips
- Pliers
- Heavy duty scissors
- Side cutters
- Hacksaw
- Gasket paper
- Allen keys (selection of)
- Tube of hylomar Blue instant gasket
- Small tube of Copper grease
- Thermostat & gasket
- Allen bit for removing the starter motor
- 3/8 & 1/4 drive extensions
- 1/2" 3/8 & 1/4 drive converters (up & down)
- Water pump pliers
- Screw drivers (selection of)
- 12v tyre pump
- two 100amp strip fuses (or better still midi type)
- Fire extinguisher
- One gallon petrol can (filled)
- Sharp knife & or multi-tool/Swiss army penknife
- Rain-X (for when your wipers pack up)
- Wiper motor park switch
- Sump plug & copper washer
And......
ETA 
Edited by Sardonicus on Friday 3rd May 23:26
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