What spares do I need for a long trip
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What spares do I need for a long trip
Hi folks. I'm taking my Caddy to France in about 10 days for 3 weeks. First time doing it in the caddy, a 2014 1.6tdi, and I'm just wondering about what spares I should have in case I get stuck. Glow plugs, an injector are the two main ones I have. Changed all the filters only a month or so ago so i think I should be fine without spares for them. Any suggestions? I would be handyish enough mechanically from years with a VW t25 but the caddy is only new to me in the last 6 weeks.
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Re: What spares do I need for a long trip
European break down cover with a repatriation option and a mobile phone with international roaming.
Note re injectors, you will need new seals for the one you don’t need to replace. And a new bolt.
Note re injectors, you will need new seals for the one you don’t need to replace. And a new bolt.
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Re: What spares do I need for a long trip
Good shout re the new seal, I wouldn't have thought of that. If I end up having to replace one do I need to code it to the ECU or anything or are they basically just install one and away you go.
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Re: What spares do I need for a long trip
You'll be alright!! But if you happen to have a problem with the van while in France give us a shout. There's a few french / french speaking members in the forum that will be happy to help.
Enjoy your trip!
Enjoy your trip!
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Re: What spares do I need for a long trip
I’ll always bring a battery, fluids and aux belt on long trips. (Touch wood) never needed any
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Re: What spares do I need for a long trip
Appreciate that Javito. Spare belt is a good one as well. Space in the van is limited so it's going to just be the bare minimum for spares
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Re: What spares do I need for a long trip
Not spares, assume you have most of these but listing for completness!
Jump leads, booster pack, tyre pump, tyre foam, cable ties, duct tape, WD40, tools, jack, bulb kit
hi viz and triangle
Jump leads, booster pack, tyre pump, tyre foam, cable ties, duct tape, WD40, tools, jack, bulb kit
hi viz and triangle