Touring Toolkit

Nothing is more frustrating than being stuck on site or worse, at the side of the road when a problem arises with your tourer.  Be prepared for most eventualities by carrying a simple tool-kit with you.  Here is a list of a few indispensable items.

Screwdrivers
A Phillips screwdriver is a must for all those cross-head screws caravan builders are so fond of.  Then a large and small flat-bladed screwdriver.  If you've got a small electrical screwdriver too, even better.
Pliers
A couple of pairs of pliers should suffice such as bull-nose and long-nose.  Good for gripping hard to hold bits and stripping wires.
Leatherman
It doesn't have to be an official Leatherman, these can be quite expensive.  Any good quality multi-function tool will do.  The possibilities for use are literally endless. Alternatively, a cheap utility knife can do certain jobs.
Tape
PTFE tape is great for wrapping round leaking pipes. Insulating tape is another must have. Duck tape is very tough and cheap to buy and can be a quick fix for tears.
Cable Ties
Ideal for tying anything together.  We lost a vital piece of the metalwork for the awning last summer and cable ties came to the rescue; making sure that the awning stayed in one place for an entire four days. Good for attaching aerial cables to the tourer too.
Rope
Useful for securing anything that a cable tie can't!
Other Useful Stuff
Old rags come in handy for mopping up spills, wiping windows and car lights, checking your oil, and a multitude of other things.
WD-40.  Enough said!
Torch.  Keep one in the car and one in the tourer.  Vital for night-time repairs and upkeep.
Spare fuses.
Batteries.

There are many other things that you could carry with you but then you would probably exceed your curb weight.  This is at least a good starter kit to ensure you have less stress on the road this coming season.