Check List for cross country tour

** Must be NEW, very recent or in excellent condition
RR - Recommended


Tires **
 radials RR

Suspension
  Tie rods **
  Reach Rod **
  Inner Rubber bushings **
  Alignment **
  Control arm bolts tight
  
Engine
  Tune up - Plugs , points, adjustments, air filter, wires
  Gaskets/seals tight
  Valve adjustment
  Exhaust system **
  Fuel pump **
  Fuel filter **
  
Cooling
   Radiator  **
     Cap  **
	Overflow Kit RR
   hoses  ** 
   belts **
   Water Pump  **

Wheels
  bearings **
  grease seals **

Brakes
  shoes/pads **
  cylinders **
  drums / rotors
  lines  
    steel **
    rubber **
  fluid **

Universals **

Carrier bearings **

Transmission 
   Pan gasket

Rear axle
  bearings **
  inner seals **
  fluid level

Electrical
  fuses
  bulbs
  generator  / alternator
    bearings  **
    regulator **
  

Emergency Items
  tire repair kit, plugs / installer **
      superglue RR
      air compressor RR
      Flares  **
         reflective signal devices **
  fuel pump **
  points **
  coil **
  gas line hose SAE 8 or 9
  hose clamps 
  Water Container


Tools
    Your choice
 

Recommended modifications
  Install 6 volt alternator
        new 12 volt alternator  (GM SI10) single wire
    


Additional :
  Pair of walkie-talkies
  Emergency CB radio
  First aid kit