Stus-List Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat

[Korbey Hunt via CnC-List]

I have an angel grinder that works off 1500 watt inverter and 12volt battery 
that I feel is essential for cutting chain, cable or other potential  hazards.

From: David Knecht via CnC-List 
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2022 11:48 AM
To: CnC CnC discussion list 
Cc: David Knecht 
Subject: Stus-List Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat

I agree with much of what has been suggested.
 I disagree on the Klein screwdriver.  I prefer the Lutz style where the all 
the tips are visible all the time.
https://www.amazon.com/Lutz-21001-Ratchet-Screwdriver-Blue/dp/B00ZKQ8BJQ/ref=sr_1_35?crid=26LURHODN4JV0=multi+tip+screwdriver=1668109274=multi+tip+screwdriver%2Caps%2C82=8-35

 I also have a set of Alden wrenches that I love as I don't need to know the 
size of the head/nut I am trying to loosen.  Not for really stuck nuts where 
shear power is needed, but great in tight spaces and for many less demanding 
applications.
https://www.suncoasttools.com/crm/VendorPages.aspx?Vendor=AldenWrenches

S/V Aries
1990 C 34+
New London, CT

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On Nov 9, 2022, at 2:45 PM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List 
mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:

Basics:
Tapes- Silicone repair, electrical/rigging and duct.
For screwdrivers a Klein 11 in 1 and 4:1 stubby, #3 phillips and large flat 
blade
Channel locks, adjustable wrenches and box wrenches, SAE and metric, allen 
wrenches SAE nd metric
Crimpers Strippers
Battery powered multi tool and drill, dremel
Strap wrench
sockets, SAE and metric
and David's coat hanger!

Joel

On Wed, Nov 9, 2022 at 2:34 PM David Risch via CnC-List 
mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:
Do  not forget the most important one...

Wire Coat Hanger

From: Shawn Wright via CnC-List 
mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>>
Sent: Wednesday, November 9, 2022 1:57 PM
To: Stus-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>>
Cc: Shawn Wright mailto:shawngwri...@gmail.com>>
Subject: Stus-List Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat

I carry a lot of tools, but did cull some of them after the first season, as 
many were duplicates which came with the boat but were of inferior quality, or 
were badly corroded.

I have a large plastic toolbox with: complete screwdriver set (plus a good 
multi tip driver), (3 each of standard, philips and roberston, plus roberston 
#0 for small trim screws). Complete wrench set both metric and SAE in a wrap. A 
wrap of custom made wrenches for the boat, made for hard to access bits on the 
engine, supplied by PO. Needle nose pliers, channel locks, side cutters, 
crescent wrenches. Several metal files, hacksaw with spare metal cutting 
blades. Set of allen keys. Small hammer. Tap and die set with common sizes 
(full set I leave at home).

In addition, I have a decent sized ratchet set in a case with 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2" 
drive sockets both metric and SAE up to 22mm, along with torx and hex sockets.

I also have 3 plastic bins with electrical tools (meter, soldering iron, 
crimpers, etc), connectors and wire, although could probably cull down to one, 
but I always seem to have several minor electrical mods on the todo list. I 
would rate this category *very* highly, as it takes very little space, but can 
make the difference when something electrical goes wrong.

I also have a set of 18V tools (circular saw, recip saw, drill, hammer drill, 
flashlight) that I use for projects, but keep only the drill and light aboard 
when sailing. Good set of drill bits as well.

Spare parts for nearly everything: starter, alternator, engine belts, water 
pump, impellers, glow plugs, engine coolant premixed, zincs for engine and 
shaft, macerator pump, water pressure pump. Large assortment of SS fasteners, 
shackles, etc.

We have an electric dinghy motor which charges off solar, and the battery is 
capable of starting the main engine in the event of total battery failure. So 
far, I've only had to use it to jump start the car after leaving it for several 
months... :)

Depends on where you sail, but we are often out 4-6 weeks at 

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[Dennis C. via CnC-List]

My #1 goto tool - Gearwrench 85035 microratchet set.  Great for leverage
and tight spots.  5-6 degree swing arc is invaluable.

Fluke 101 multimeter

Syringe of TefGel

Clip on flashlight

Wirecutter/crimper + selection of MARINE grade connectors

Corkscrew/bottle opener - use this tool first!

Dennis C.
Touche' 35-1 #83
Mandeville, LA

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[David Knecht via CnC-List]

I agree with much of what has been suggested. 
 I disagree on the Klein screwdriver.  I prefer the Lutz style where the all 
the tips are visible all the time. 
https://www.amazon.com/Lutz-21001-Ratchet-Screwdriver-Blue/dp/B00ZKQ8BJQ/ref=sr_1_35?crid=26LURHODN4JV0=multi+tip+screwdriver=1668109274=multi+tip+screwdriver%2Caps%2C82=8-35
 


 I also have a set of Alden wrenches that I love as I don’t need to know the 
size of the head/nut I am trying to loosen.  Not for really stuck nuts where 
shear power is needed, but great in tight spaces and for many less demanding 
applications.
https://www.suncoasttools.com/crm/VendorPages.aspx?Vendor=AldenWrenches 


S/V Aries
1990 C 34+
New London, CT



> On Nov 9, 2022, at 2:45 PM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List  
> wrote:
> 
> Basics:
> Tapes- Silicone repair, electrical/rigging and duct.
> For screwdrivers a Klein 11 in 1 and 4:1 stubby, #3 phillips and large flat 
> blade
> Channel locks, adjustable wrenches and box wrenches, SAE and metric, allen 
> wrenches SAE nd metric
> Crimpers Strippers
> Battery powered multi tool and drill, dremel
> Strap wrench
> sockets, SAE and metric
> and David's coat hanger!
> 
> Joel
> 
> On Wed, Nov 9, 2022 at 2:34 PM David Risch via CnC-List 
> mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:
> Do  not forget the most important one…
> 
>  
> 
> Wire Coat Hanger
> 
>  
> 
> From: Shawn Wright via CnC-List  > 
> Sent: Wednesday, November 9, 2022 1:57 PM
> To: Stus-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>>
> Cc: Shawn Wright mailto:shawngwri...@gmail.com>>
> Subject: Stus-List Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat
> 
>  
> 
> I carry a lot of tools, but did cull some of them after the first season, as 
> many were duplicates which came with the boat but were of inferior quality, 
> or were badly corroded.
> 
>  
> 
> I have a large plastic toolbox with: complete screwdriver set (plus a good 
> multi tip driver), (3 each of standard, philips and roberston, plus roberston 
> #0 for small trim screws). Complete wrench set both metric and SAE in a wrap. 
> A wrap of custom made wrenches for the boat, made for hard to access bits on 
> the engine, supplied by PO. Needle nose pliers, channel locks, side cutters, 
> crescent wrenches. Several metal files, hacksaw with spare metal cutting 
> blades. Set of allen keys. Small hammer. Tap and die set with common sizes 
> (full set I leave at home). 
> 
>  
> 
> In addition, I have a decent sized ratchet set in a case with 1/4, 3/8 and 
> 1/2" drive sockets both metric and SAE up to 22mm, along with torx and hex 
> sockets.
> 
>  
> 
> I also have 3 plastic bins with electrical tools (meter, soldering iron, 
> crimpers, etc), connectors and wire, although could probably cull down to 
> one, but I always seem to have several minor electrical mods on the todo 
> list. I would rate this category *very* highly, as it takes very little 
> space, but can make the difference when something electrical goes wrong. 
> 
>  
> 
> I also have a set of 18V tools (circular saw, recip saw, drill, hammer drill, 
> flashlight) that I use for projects, but keep only the drill and light aboard 
> when sailing. Good set of drill bits as well.
> 
>  
> 
> Spare parts for nearly everything: starter, alternator, engine belts, water 
> pump, impellers, glow plugs, engine coolant premixed, zincs for engine and 
> shaft, macerator pump, water pressure pump. Large assortment of SS fasteners, 
> shackles, etc. 
> 
>  
> 
> We have an electric dinghy motor which charges off solar, and the battery is 
> capable of starting the main engine in the event of total battery failure. So 
> far, I've only had to use it to jump start the car after leaving it for 
> several months... :)
> 
>  
> 
> Depends on where you sail, but we are often out 4-6 weeks at a time in fairly 
> remote areas, so being self-sufficient is important.
> 
> 
> 
> --
> 
> Shawn Wright
> 
> shawngwri...@gmail.com 
> S/V Callisto, 1974 C 35
> 
> https://www.facebook.com/SVCallisto 
> 
>  
> 
>  
> 
> On Wed, Nov 9, 2022 at 10:34 AM CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List 
> mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:
> 
> I've been helping a friend get his sailboat together and it's his first boat 
> and he never has the right handtools, so I bring my own toolbag.  I wonder if 
> anyone ever put together a list of 

Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat

[Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List]

I think a bigger issue might be the person with no tools would not know how to 
use them if he had them!
Tool 1 might be this book: Nigel Calder’s Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical 
Manual

Joe

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[Dave S via CnC-List]

Brass-headed mallet.  Forgot that….

Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 10, 2022, at 8:32 AM, Matt Wolford via CnC-List 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> Depending on how you use your boat, there may be a difference between what 
> you have onboard and what you have in your dock box (or car).
>  
> Following up on what Bill added, I have two or three of those grabby things 
> in different lengths (sometimes 3 feet doesn’t reach).  It’s helpful to have 
> the kind with a light at the end.  Re: the hammer, I have one of those 
> orange, plastic coated mallets on board that comes in handy a lot.
>  
> Although not really a “tool,” Shawn noted that he has a dinghy battery for 
> starting if necessary.  Based on Bill’s advice a few years ago, I keep a 
> 3000-amp NOCO boost jump starter on board.  I haven’t needed it to start the 
> boat, but I’ve used it for other purposes and lent it to several friends to 
> start boats and cars.  I keep it in my car in the winter.
>  
> Matt
> C 42 Custom
>  
> From: Bill Coleman via CnC-List  
> Sent: Wednesday, November 9, 2022 4:36 PM
> To: Stus-List 
> Cc: Bill Coleman 
> Subject: Stus-List Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat
>  
> Wow Shawn,, someone who probably has more tools on their boat than me!
> A couple others I find useful, are the little 3 foot cable thingies that you 
> depress the end with your thumb, and the other end picks up the screw you 
> dropped in the bilge -
> I also have two sizes of hemostats, regular and pointy end vice grips, and a 
> rawhide hammer, and a 2# Copper Hammer. No steel hammer.
> And of course, a forehead mounted miners light.
> One more thing I have to mention is lithium batteries. I have ruined more 
> lights and instruments by using alkaline batteries, that I just took them off 
> the boat.  I used to think I would remember to remove the batteries from 
> these in the fall, and come back in the spring to find them all corroded.
> There, I'll stop now.
>  
> Bill Coleman
> Entrada, Erie PA
>  
> On Wed, Nov 9, 2022 at 1:57 PM Shawn Wright via CnC-List 
>  wrote:
> I carry a lot of tools, but did cull some of them after the first season, as 
> many were duplicates which came with the boat but were of inferior quality, 
> or were badly corroded.
>  
> I have a large plastic toolbox with: complete screwdriver set (plus a good 
> multi tip driver), (3 each of standard, philips and roberston, plus roberston 
> #0 for small trim screws). Complete wrench set both metric and SAE in a wrap. 
> A wrap of custom made wrenches for the boat, made for hard to access bits on 
> the engine, supplied by PO. Needle nose pliers, channel locks, side cutters, 
> crescent wrenches. Several metal files, hacksaw with spare metal cutting 
> blades. Set of allen keys. Small hammer. Tap and die set with common sizes 
> (full set I leave at home). 
>  
> In addition, I have a decent sized ratchet set in a case with 1/4, 3/8 and 
> 1/2" drive sockets both metric and SAE up to 22mm, along with torx and hex 
> sockets.
>  
> I also have 3 plastic bins with electrical tools (meter, soldering iron, 
> crimpers, etc), connectors and wire, although could probably cull down to 
> one, but I always seem to have several minor electrical mods on the todo 
> list. I would rate this category *very* highly, as it takes very little 
> space, but can make the difference when something electrical goes wrong. 
>  
> I also have a set of 18V tools (circular saw, recip saw, drill, hammer drill, 
> flashlight) that I use for projects, but keep only the drill and light aboard 
> when sailing. Good set of drill bits as well.
>  
> Spare parts for nearly everything: starter, alternator, engine belts, water 
> pump, impellers, glow plugs, engine coolant premixed, zincs for engine and 
> shaft, macerator pump, water pressure pump. Large assortment of SS fasteners, 
> shackles, etc. 
>  
> We have an electric dinghy motor which charges off solar, and the battery is 
> capable of starting the main engine in the event of total battery failure. So 
> far, I've only had to use it to jump start the car after leaving it for 
> several months... :)
>  
> Depends on where you sail, but we are often out 4-6 weeks at a time in fairly 
> remote areas, so being self-sufficient is important.
> 
> --
> Shawn Wright
> shawngwri...@gmail.com
> S/V Callisto, 1974 C 35
> https://www.facebook.com/SVCallisto
>  
>  
> On Wed, Nov 9, 2022 at 10:34 AM CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List 
>  wrote:
> I've been helping a friend get his sailboat together and it's his first boat 
> and he never has the right handtools, so I bring my own toolbag.  I wonder if 
> anyone ever put together a list of hand tools to be kept on the boat that I 
> could share with him.
>  
> I also need to remove some unnecessary tools as the bag has gotten heavier 
> over time.
>  
> Thanks in advance,
> Chuck S

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[Matt Wolford via CnC-List]

Depending on how you use your boat, there may be a difference between what you 
have onboard and what you have in your dock box (or car).

 

Following up on what Bill added, I have two or three of those grabby things in 
different lengths (sometimes 3 feet doesn’t reach).  It’s helpful to have the 
kind with a light at the end.  Re: the hammer, I have one of those orange, 
plastic coated mallets on board that comes in handy a lot.

 

Although not really a “tool,” Shawn noted that he has a dinghy battery for 
starting if necessary.  Based on Bill’s advice a few years ago, I keep a 
3000-amp NOCO boost jump starter on board.  I haven’t needed it to start the 
boat, but I’ve used it for other purposes and lent it to several friends to 
start boats and cars.  I keep it in my car in the winter.

 

Matt

C 42 Custom

 

From: Bill Coleman via CnC-List  
Sent: Wednesday, November 9, 2022 4:36 PM
To: Stus-List 
Cc: Bill Coleman 
Subject: Stus-List Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat

 

Wow Shawn,, someone who probably has more tools on their boat than me!

A couple others I find useful, are the little 3 foot cable thingies that you 
depress the end with your thumb, and the other end picks up the screw you 
dropped in the bilge - 

I also have two sizes of hemostats, regular and pointy end vice grips, and a 
rawhide hammer, and a 2# Copper Hammer. No steel hammer.

And of course, a forehead mounted miners light. 

One more thing I have to mention is lithium batteries. I have ruined more 
lights and instruments by using alkaline batteries, that I just took them off 
the boat.  I used to think I would remember to remove the batteries from these 
in the fall, and come back in the spring to find them all corroded.

There, I'll stop now.

 

Bill Coleman

Entrada, Erie PA

 

On Wed, Nov 9, 2022 at 1:57 PM Shawn Wright via CnC-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote:

I carry a lot of tools, but did cull some of them after the first season, as 
many were duplicates which came with the boat but were of inferior quality, or 
were badly corroded.

 

I have a large plastic toolbox with: complete screwdriver set (plus a good 
multi tip driver), (3 each of standard, philips and roberston, plus roberston 
#0 for small trim screws). Complete wrench set both metric and SAE in a wrap. A 
wrap of custom made wrenches for the boat, made for hard to access bits on the 
engine, supplied by PO. Needle nose pliers, channel locks, side cutters, 
crescent wrenches. Several metal files, hacksaw with spare metal cutting 
blades. Set of allen keys. Small hammer. Tap and die set with common sizes 
(full set I leave at home). 

 

In addition, I have a decent sized ratchet set in a case with 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2" 
drive sockets both metric and SAE up to 22mm, along with torx and hex sockets.

 

I also have 3 plastic bins with electrical tools (meter, soldering iron, 
crimpers, etc), connectors and wire, although could probably cull down to one, 
but I always seem to have several minor electrical mods on the todo list. I 
would rate this category *very* highly, as it takes very little space, but can 
make the difference when something electrical goes wrong. 

 

I also have a set of 18V tools (circular saw, recip saw, drill, hammer drill, 
flashlight) that I use for projects, but keep only the drill and light aboard 
when sailing. Good set of drill bits as well.

 

Spare parts for nearly everything: starter, alternator, engine belts, water 
pump, impellers, glow plugs, engine coolant premixed, zincs for engine and 
shaft, macerator pump, water pressure pump. Large assortment of SS fasteners, 
shackles, etc. 

 

We have an electric dinghy motor which charges off solar, and the battery is 
capable of starting the main engine in the event of total battery failure. So 
far, I've only had to use it to jump start the car after leaving it for several 
months... :)

 

Depends on where you sail, but we are often out 4-6 weeks at a time in fairly 
remote areas, so being self-sufficient is important.




--

Shawn Wright

shawngwri...@gmail.com  

S/V Callisto, 1974 C 35

https://www.facebook.com/SVCallisto

 

 

On Wed, Nov 9, 2022 at 10:34 AM CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List 
mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote:

I've been helping a friend get his sailboat together and it's his first boat 
and he never has the right handtools, so I bring my own toolbag.  I wonder if 
anyone ever put together a list of hand tools to be kept on the boat that I 
could share with him. 

 

I also need to remove some unnecessary tools as the bag has gotten heavier over 
time.

 

Thanks in advance,

Chuck S

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[MICHAEL BRANNON via CnC-List]

Years ago I saw this set recommended in a magazine.   It is my go to set and I 
always have one on the boat:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-1-4-in-and-3-8-in-Stubby-Ratchet-and-Socket-Set-46-Piece-H46PCSTS/300117122
 

 .   Additionally I have one these on my person when sailing:   
https://www.amazon.com/Gerber-Crucial-Black-Engraved-Multi-Tool/dp/B0976CT8PV/ref=sr_1_3?crid=34T83F6YMSZI3=gerber+crucial+multitool=1668082293=gerber+crucial%2Caps%2C78=8-3
 



Mike, 

Virginia Lee 93295
1978 C 36 CB MKI
Virginia Beach, VA

> I've been helping a friend get his sailboat together and it's his first boat 
> and he never has the right handtools, so I bring my own toolbag.  I wonder if 
> anyone ever put together a list of hand tools to be kept on the boat that I 
> could share with him.
> 
>  
> 
> I also need to remove some unnecessary tools as the bag has gotten heavier 
> over time.
> 
>  
> 
> Thanks in advance,
> 
> Chuck S
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> Joel 
>