Calgary PnP virgin....

[dunl]

Looking to head there for the first time tomorrow....just wondering if anyone has any tips for a first-timer heading out, things to bring I might not think of, etc. 

I figure there is a $1 entrance fee?  What do they let you bring in?  Can you go in and out, or $1 each time (never know...)?

[calltrex]

Looking to head there for the first time tomorrow....just wondering if anyone has any tips for a first-timer heading out, things to bring I might not think of, etc. 

I figure there is a $1 entrance fee?  What do they let you bring in?  Can you go in and out, or $1 each time (never know...)?

just get a stamp if u go back and forth.

last few times it was free to get in anyways.

took a sawzall with me last time

[Rubi03 jef]

all depends on what you plan on looking for .. socket set is good to have .. cutters for any wireing you dont want to fuss with and a good hammer

[dunl]

Just looking....what I might find, though, I don't know....

[JENSSEN]

-Hammer
-X-acto Knife
-Multi screwdriver
-Side cutters
-Adjustable wrench
-socket set
-Pry bar / tire iron
and if you find something you should be able to get it out

[calltrex]

i just take a bunch of stuff and leave it in my car. if i need something i just goto my car.  then your not carrying all the stuff all over.

wear boots

the place is huge..

you wont find any TJs there

If u see any Samurai's let me know

[Mudhawg]

Might see ya there Dunl gotta go get some junk for the Heep

[tubby]

Darcy, 

  If you need any extra tools or help; pm me your #. I don't live that far from PNP, and can help you out.







ps. bring some rubber boots for sure!

[dunl]

If u see any Samurai's let me know

Will do. Zukifreek on RigidSteel has a bunch in Rimbey if you're really in need.

Might see ya there Dunl gotta go get some junk for the Heep

I'll keep an eye out for ya.

Darcy, 
  If you need any extra tools or help; pm me your #. I don't live that far from PNP, and can help you out.
ps. bring some rubber boots for sure!

Probably work better if you PM me your number in case I need help, eh? 

Thanks for the help guys....I should have all the tools covered. 

[The Machinist]

Don't forget the magic tools!

Vice grips, breaker bar and a BFH!

[dunl]

Don't forget the magic tools!

Vice grips, breaker bar and a BFH!

Breaker bar?  But I'm a huge, massive 160lbs soaking wet....lol

Good call....I would have forgotten that. 

[cLAY]

WD40 helps as well. Also depending on what you are getting a snipe to slide over the breaker bar helps. If I have a lot of tools with me  I will leave them in the car, go scout out what I need(its a big yard) and when I've found what I need I'll go back and get my tools.

DO NOT let your tools out of your site. People will steal them.

You are not allowed to bring jacks in or any kind of flame(ie propane torch).

If the yard is muddy/snowy pull the carpet from the truck of a vehicle to lay on. Bring some coveralls so you can peel them off after and not get your car dirty on the way home. I use latex all the time when working on cars now and its handy at the wrecker as you just peel them off when your done and yor hands are clean.

Core charges apply on many parts so if its a big item(diff,tranny,etc) you may want to bring the old one with you for exchange.

Oh yeah, its not your car, its going to be wrecked anyway, don't worry about being *nice* when pulling it apart.......

[dunl]

Well, enjoyed myself there today, even if it was a waste of time.  The most useful thing I could find was a ZJ steering box, and I didn't get it because I left my gear puller on the table saw in the garage.  Managed to leave tubby89's number home too....sheesh.

Three cherokee's there (88,90,91?) and one ZJ....that was it.

[Vinman]

If you're working under a vehicle an old back seat makes a nice comfy creeper.

Vince

[dunl]

Lots of mud out there...definately need something to lay on.

BTW, there was a Sidekick there, but the two old guys working on it?  I'm not sure if they were after every part on the unit, or prepping it to be re-painted....they were pulling off everything they could see. lol