15 Items to Stock for SHTF Repairs: Prepper School Vol

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Tape
Glue
Cordage
Tarps
Heavy Mil Contractor Bags
Shoe Repair
Zip Ties
Flex Seal
Caulk: sealant
Spare Buckles / Fast-tex
Pallets
Sewing Kits
Insulation Strips
Lubricants
Repair Tools
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[@NardusSwanevelder]

1) Tape - gorilla, duct, masking, electrical, plumbing 2) Glue - gorilla, super, wood, loctite 3) Cordage - paracord, wire, ropes, ratchets 4) Tarps - with eyelets: plastic, canvas 5) Heavy Mil contractor bags 6) Shoe repair - shoe goo, shoe laces 7) Zip ties - different lengths 8) Flex seal - liquid rubber 9) Caulk sealant - kwik seal plus 10) Spare buckles & straps 11) Pallets - use as barriers, use for repairs, building stuff 12) Sewing kits - thread, buttons, leather stitcher 13) Insulation foam strip 14) Lubricants - WD-40, WD-40 Penetration, Red 'N' Tacky Grease, Goo Gone 15) Repair tools - power and manual 16) Screws - contractors screws, nuts, bolts 17) Colloidal silver - antibiotic 18) Books - The modern survival guide for the coming economic collapse by Ferfal, Going Home series, Alas Babylon, etc 19) Trauma classes, stop the bleeding class

[@seniorfrog6622]

Much appreciated!!!

[@ZorroDaddy]

Much Appreciated.

[@9x19freedom]

Thank you I hate when he makes live videos I like his normal vids

[@DrSchor]

what is an eyelid on a tarp

[@seniorfrog6622]

Eyelids are holes on the edges of a tarp that allow you to secure them with bungee cords or zip ties.

[@ericwitt4586]

I’ve been prepping the basics for years duct tape paracord extra clothes and boots mostly military stuff tarps extra socks and so on when you get older you tend to want some of the comfort stuff lol like power and hot showers and good food me and my grandson went up to cabin for 4 days we tried the ready hour spaghetti and added beef to it with some yellow corn and garlic bread it was so much food that one bag took 7 cups of water we ate on it for a big lunch the next day too lol !

[@jimstillwell4668]

Steel wool and peppermint will keep the mice at bay. If you don’t have caulk stuff steel wool into some of those cracks and large spaces. They don’t like it. They don’t like peppermint either. Take those left over candy canes,break them up and place them in places where you would put decon or some other poison. Lots safer for pets and children. Great video. Thanks

[@T_1357_F]

Haven't bought a new pair of shoes since they invented duck tape.

[@donnabush7938]

I highly recommend the books ‘Where There is no Doctor’ and ‘Where There is no Dentist.’ I was a missionary in the Amazon jungle in Peru, and those books were invaluable! Also, just having a basic First Aid book on hand will be a big help.

[@krzjim]

Excellent books. I have them on my iPhone. The phone may not work but the compass, music, and saved books will work as long as the phone has power.

[@randallace]

Better book is called ditch medicine - where there is no doctor refers you to prescription meds - there may be none - but ditch medicine refers you to old school techniques to do the same thing

[@patriciaduncan6523]

Got yrs ago!😊

[@patriciaduncan6523]

@@krzjim One EMP will ruin the rest of your life…..😮

[@sandiv2655]

@@randallace Amazon wants $499.50 for this book!

[@harrypeterson9287]

Something else very useful is a good stapler. Combined with the trash bags it's a quick way to temporarily fix a leaking roof, a broken window or even build an entire shelter in the woods. You can also staple together joints on wooden objects like a drawer that's falling apart or fabricate wooden frames for whatever purpose.

[@henrygreene7845]

EXCELLENT VIDEO One thing I never leave the house without is a plastic bag I get from any store. The bags they use when you purchase items. The bag fold up stick it in my back pocket, You can use them of 100 different WAY. ...... Use like a GLOVE.... CARRY STUFF... COVER STUFF..... ON AND ON.. TRY IT..

[@paulgeorgeades2833]

Noticed that the questions being asked has increased in volume,love your 2 KZbin channels,watching from South Africa.

[@SDWNJ]

Several years ago I was throwing away an old backpack from college with a ripped shoulder strap and before I tossed it, I noticed all the buckles on it and realized that they might be useful so I cut them off and have used a few since then.

[@DrSchor]

what is a buckled

[@jamescharles4904]

Google it

[@deadmanswife3625]

@@DrSchor buckles

[@richardelliott9511]

Caulks, sealers, glues, and some tapes have fairly short shelf lives, so only keep limited amounts on hand, but remember to rotate those items out every year or two.

[@kathryndalton9867]

I think for security that shutters should be applied to homes like shops so that at night you can just pull them down like stores do! I reckon one day in the future this may just be the case

[@kathleenhunter6251]

That's a great idea.

[@johnalder6028]

How about wind up clocks?

[@ericwitt4586]

I’ve used silver sulvadine when I burnt my eyes welding that hurts bad but that med knocked it out almost overnight

[@John-li6tn]

You may also add lubricating jell (personal lubricant/ KY Jelly) to lubrication list for anything rubber (O rings, gaskets, seals etc). Can't wait for all the jokes but it doesn't deteriorate rubber products like petroleum Jelly. It's also sold in pool stores but smaller tubes & more expensive.

[@DrSchor]

i am still waiting

[@truffleturkey7]

Good fire starter with cotton balls.👍

[@christisking1193]

Had a fuse go out in the Wife’s car. Picked up a few packs of different fuses while I was at it. Don’t forget fix a flat and tire repair kits.

[@eddiewalker7252]

Solar has no moving parts shoot for 240 Watt Photovoltaic (Trina Solar) with Deep Cycle BattleBorn Batteries! Easy plug and play you can build your own system for 4-7K buy 7 modules online and save half the cost on a used 3000Watt Inverter. Then add a 60amp Charge controller so you don't overload your 6 Batteries then have roofers install array followed by a Master Electrician Plug it all in! Be sure to apply for all State and National rebates then go back the following year and install a transfer switch so you can switch over to full Off Grid mode otherwise when the grid goes down so will you!

[@PabloP169]

Excellent rundown on items that many ma not have considered in their preps, including me. So I have made a list and will work at collating them for storage & easy access for transportation if needed.

[@manuelanacleto6509]

If you know an electrician, ask him to hook you up with some 2500lb mule tape - comes in handy

[@SDWNJ]

I bought some flex seal sealing tape and the edge of the roll was so sticky that I had to wrap it in waxed paper to keep it from sticking to anything I set it down on.

[@butterflyatsunrise2121]

Solar: Power os lost when converted. Many things/appliaces/lights are available in 12v and no power lose.

[@wannabe4668]

JB weld works great for shoe repair and it also makes the repaired area water proof

[@SDWNJ]

I've been looking at that Speedy Stitcher and a similar product by Tandy (leather working tool company).

[@denisewilson8367]

Car batteries are junk for solar. You could use marina deep cell batteries. Flexible panels are junk and might last as long as 5 years. Glass surface, metal frames regular panels last at least 25 years. I love Harbor Freight panels for a cheap emergency set up. The amorphous panels they use pick up even the allest amount of light/sun power than any other panels. But they only come in 25 or 10 or 100 watt powers. I've had mine for 7 years and they are still in great shape. But use a better mmpt controller and not the pwm that comes with the kits. Midnight invertors are great but expensive. ? Epever China version are pretty good but not expensive.

[@wannabe4668]

Harbor freight sells the aluminum eyelets so if the fall off or rip you can replace them.

[@wannabe4668]

For the tarps

[@mindalick8867]

denim and leather patches, 100s of large safety pins, clothespins (wood), extra zippers, buttons, threads, stronger thread for sewing moccasins

[@ericwitt4586]

To add to my preparation for home here and my off grid cabin I just got a solar generator with panels is made by Lion Energy which is a great company it’s a 2000 watt and will keep us with power I also bought a dual fuel generator for here at home I’ve got one at the cabin too I can transport the solar gen from place to place I’ve been wanting it for years just waited for the best technology to get here lol !!

[@patriciakneeburg9860]

Which one did you buy

[@ericwitt4586]

@@patriciakneeburg9860 The dual fuel generator is a champion brand and it’s I think a 5000 watt

[@markscarupa4713]

Tarps for water catchment

[@mindalick8867]

needle threaders, magnifiers, eyeglass repair kit, manicure sets w clippers and tweezers. crochet needles (large) to make net bags, knitting needles

[@daviddenson3324]

I used super gluer on a sneaker sole that popped off - worked great

[@DrSchor]

how is that different from ordinary super glue

[@debluetailfly]

I like nails and screw etc organized like you do. If you do use cans, you can dump the contents out on a towel, find what you want, then use the towel to pour the rest back into the can,

[@SDWNJ]

Regarding the question about the expiration of medications - a pharmacist told me that they are required to put an expiration date on the prescription bottle that is no later than a year from the date dispensed but the master bottle the pills came from may have a later date of expiration so ask your pharmacist and write that date on the bottle.

[@deadmanswife3625]

Maybe it depends on the medication but I use aspirin ibuprofen Albuterol any other kind of junk medicine for 20 years and it still works I don't GAF

[@ericwitt4586]

I know y’all can’t answer all the comments so I’ll try for the 5 th time lol thanks for what y’all do to help all of us !!

[@phraktl]

Be sure to research any medications to ensure they aren't toxic after a certain point, e.g. doxycycline

[@tropicaltico]

Use dielectric grease around the inside of a metal garbage can for EMP protection.

[@caryallen9340]

If you buy good real reliable products in the first place they last longer than your conventional cheaper products. Example shoes spend $100 or more on a good pair of shoes or boots like keen. I am very very very hard on shoes boots whatever and those last the longest like two years, so spend the money on products but actually hold true so you can be more prepared for the long term.

[@brittanyhargraves5382]

Do you have a video out there that shows how to make colloidal silver? If not, would you mind making one? I’m very interested to learn that skill :-)

[@ldn0224]

Bank cord is amazingly strong for the size and weight.

[@nmr6988]

I have a lot of random tools, but what I would really love to have is a ready-made and ready-filled toolbox that I can lift. A Sliky saw would probably have to be bought separately. I guess I need a toolbox on wheels!

[@manowarmckenzie-zj6ib]

Over the years I found that gorilla tape is inferior to T-REX tape is so much better for me . Just my opinion

[@jameskrog9811]

Zip ties I used zip ties to put up fencing in an emergency and went back later to add conventional fasteners as I could get them.

[@JL85626]

Wouldn’t you also want a tool kit to help with the repairs

[@cory6549]

I love reusing peanut butter jars for storage

[@kittycato2023]

Sorry i have a lot thi gs ive done...FOR SECURITY....IF U ARE STAYING HOME...TAKE WOODEN BOARDS..HAMMER NAILS THROUGH IT AND SECURE ONTO WINDIW SILLS IF SHTF. Also put on ground outside windiws. Theufs will will have a surprise climbing thru your window.

[@DrSchor]

clever idea. but what is a theuf?

[@richardelliott9511]

Such booby traps are illegal and can land you in serious legal trouble. Don't use them as long as the rule of law is still in place.

[@AlpenGlowLighting]

Axe handle and various tool handles

[@sammyg.3604]

For anyone interested or those who have the money 3M DT17 duct tape is a tape ive used in industrial settings. Its an all weather, indoor, outdoor tape that never budges amd those who work in industrial, hvac, or telecom know what im talking about. Then there's also 3m 3979 duct tape which is contactor grade duct tape and in my personal opinion the gorilla tape he mentions is the only thing that comes close.

[@cajunstacker1376]

I remember old people using baby food jars for nuts and bolts

[@nmr6988]

Teflon tape used to be the Gold Standard for plumbing repairs.

[@kittycato2023]

Id love to see how to make traps. Im not one to hurt animals. Butbif shtf, and wecdont have mutated diseased animals from being nuked..id want to at least know how to make a trap. I wont be the one getting the catch or cooking it though! Also i have hava heart trap...i did rescue and rehab of cats for 23 yrs. Keep your hav a hart traps!

[@lunarminx]

Electric, painter's tape, metal tape. Dry loc paste and paint. All the flex seals. I'm 57 years old and in a 3rd floor tiny apartment and im trying to have those also.

[@decoy8645]

Would you do a video on how to make colloidal silver at home?

[@angeljackson5865]

I get free books like that from my library because people are so stuck on the internet .

[@lunarminx]

There's a video out there that shows how to turn old sheets into waterproof tarps

[@jesssalinas3242]

Thanks❤

[@richardelliott9511]

I've seen that video, a good piece of knowledge to have but it's a messy and time consuming process. You'll be better off to put away some poly tarps and shower curtains.

[@JaneJones-uh5le]

Duct tape, zip ties, flex seal, bungee cords.

[@kennethgorum6519]

One glue/tape that you forgot to mention is pine sap and its a medicinal use too

[@lunarminx]

Screws dipped in liquid soap adds good grip also.

[@ericwitt4586]

What do you think about precious metals? and how much should we have ?

[@nprwikeepa6082]

Car batteries work with solar setups they just have low amp hours (usually 60ah) which means you need much more batteries for a decent amount of ah. For reference: we have 4x 120ah. For panels, we just matched wattage with the Inverter so even when the batteries die we have power during sunlight, but you can use ohm's law to figure out exactly how many watts you need at 20v charging

[@kevinbrown9831]

I keep my tape in a dark place and in a large ziplock bag. Another tape that is very useful is silicone tape for plumbing repair and makes a great handle for tools

[@deadmanswife3625]

Or wear work gloves with rubberized palms

[@neil2945]

JUST A SIDE NOTE: WD-40 IS NOT PENETRATION OIL

[@dizcret]

THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID!

[@kittycato2023]

I really love your videos! I watch to see how much ive done. Im impressed for someone that has never been in survival mode! Wher can you buy trip wire? Can you reccomend a book about making traps, how to knot ropes stuff like that. Hey diy...those contractor bags or tarps can be cut and used as boots if you get stuck in the snow. cut to put around legs if no boots. Tie parachute cord around legs to hold itbip around legs. Your feet and legs now protected from moisture, if u had to walk through tge snow.

[@thedrummer7673]

Most military surplus stores carry trip wire. You can probably Google it and find some if you don't have a military surplus store near you.

[@DrSchor]

i think you wanna tie tennis rackets on your boots to walk thru snow, isnt that right

[@tomtee4442]

Trip alarms Google it they have a little bit of everything.

[@krzjim]

I have been looking for recommendations for hardware to stock for SHTF. I have cases of standard nails, screws and small bolts. I plan on stocking 10 pieces of 1/2 and 3/4" PVC pipe. several cans of PVC glue. I need 10 sheets of 1/2" plywood. I even have some window glass and putty. All of my tools are mechanical of Ryobi and I made a solar battery charger for the Ryobi.

[@DrSchor]

what is holding up the pvc pipe and plywood. how did you figure you need 10 sheets instead of 9 or 11?

[@richardelliott9511]

PVC cement is another item with a short shelf life, even when unopened. Don't store more than you will use in a year or so, and rotate out fequently. Once you open a can, store it upside down. That will seal any small leaks around the lid for max storage life. And, NO, you can't reconstitute old glue by mixing in some fresh primer, no, no, no.

[@kittycato2023]

Pallets...vertical gardening, firewood!

[@SkippyTarbuckle]

I would add a couple things to a list: Cyalume light sticks, and solid fuel stoves. Inexpensive and lightweight. Different levels of light intensity and duration can be purchased for lightsticks. Even the cheapies at Halloween for the kids will do in a pinch. Good shelf life. And another easy item to keep for repairs, Seam Grip. Keep a couple tubes on hand for many materials repair.

[@jefflarson4982]

Knowledge is important and you may not need so many supplies if you know how to do many things-Jack or Jill of all trades

[@oz7245]

Manual can openers in diff areas.

[@jayteefishing1543]

I always recommend getting a very good shotgun for back up self defense. Reason being, if you have a good fighting shotgun it’s super cheap compared to rifles to stock up a bunch of good defensive ammo. I like to have a good back up option. Plus you can get 12 ga anywhere. I also recommend slugs too. Reason being, I always think worst case scenario all the time and if I’m loaded up with buck shot, I can’t make a precision shot if I needed to. Nobody can. It’s impossible to control where all your lead goes with buck shot. But I do have buck shot as well obviously because it is a very very viable option.

[@oz7245]

Fish antibiotics are so weak it would cost you 10 X as much minimum to equal a prescription. Ask your family doctor to give you a prescription for your emergency kit. We are talking maybe needing 800 MG or more for 1 dose.

[@jameskrog9811]

On bolt guns. I have a couple of bolt action rifles in lesser availability calibres, which I intend to use for hunting to save my other rifles for potential combat situations. Long range combat bolt actions are also good Alas Babylon is very good. Also Pulling Through by Dean ING

[@kellysahy2850]

I’m clever enough to decipher what you mean by “putting things back” but I feel like the context of which you use that phrase can be confusing to most people. As they may think you’re referring to putting an item back to where it belongs. Must be a southern thing

[@Wolfpacker]

I wouldnt use pallets for vegetable gardens. One coming from overseas I belive are 100% treated to keep bug infestations from getting on the ship and coming here. Those chemicals can leech into the garden.

[@rebeccaclementz3756]

I've got a copy of Alas Babylon. They had more survival skills back then.

[@JudgeD-hc9vw]

Always good to see you Sootch!

[@lordaresthefirst]

Robbie good guy but I like sootch solo better personally! Less chit-chat, more on point imho!

[@ldn0224]

Get an orange trash bag. Greater chances to be found if you get into trouble.

[@leebaldwin6015]

Personal experience with the fiber tape is fantastic, broke a handle on a garden hoe and used that to fix it,incredibly strong once it dries

[@rockrollguy]

flex seal is temporary only. Dries out quickly!

[@tims244]

RICE! Works amazing for glue in a pinch.

[@Jadegoodman15]

Where is a good place to get the equipment to make my own caloidal silver

[@whatablissfullife]

City prepping, hobotech have quite a bit of material about solar power.

[@DustinCurtis-bt9fx]

Plenty of whiskey and I believe you fellas have that covered

[@renondagregson1363]

Contractors bags can also make a great body bag in the Shtf.

[@israel.kotigaro1949]

Don't forget the....... BIC LIGHTER !!

[@ericsteel173]

But can we use these supplies to repair the S that H T F?

[@renondagregson1363]

Old fashion oil lamps, wicks, and lamp oil is a mush have.

[@tavaresmccree5005]

I always wondered if there are any billionaire preppers??

[@philclodfelter5994]

Will gorilla tape cover the hole in your hood that you made 🤣

[@michaelpettit6510]

Awesome video, great content. As for prepper groups, what radius is good? Meaning, how close miles/time wise should group members live to one another? TIA.

[@jameskrog9811]

It depends on the circumstances. The closer the better. Your ability to get together to help each other is what matters. In most dire circumstances that could mean walking. The other consideration even with vehicles is your ability to get across the terrain/traffic congestion. If you intend to bug in your best team would ideally be your neighbors/neighborhood. If you are planning on evac to a prepared site you want members to be people with a realistic route/means to get there. It does not matter how great Frank is if he never shows up. I would say a good guide would be to try to keep members in the same quadrant outside a major metro area within an hours walk if possible.

[@renondagregson1363]

I ordered a dental kit. Off temu. Great price.

[@manicwhiteguy]

Lol " guys you know caulk is important "😂

[@beholdheiscomingonthecloud5526]

Don't use the gorilla tape on a weave....lol

[@bobb7792]

Inverters are best to buy quality. Batteries spend the money buy lithium. Car batteries can only be drained to 50 percent before you start damaging them. That being said. Car batteries are better than nothing. Till you can afford more

[@antoniothomas9761]

What about bow & arrows.

[@DrSchor]

ok, i give up. how do you use a bow and arrow to repair things

[@michelleparks]

You gotta cut down on the time of these vids!

[@oz7245]

When I need a nut or bolt or any hardware I try to buy a box so I will have some later when I need them. Saves on a trip to the store. Or if SHTF I don't have to go out.

[@markscarupa4713]

Fix a flat, ratchet straps, extra Molle straps, jute is a Firestarter

[@kittycato2023]

Jute ha? Great i have alot of that, thanks!

[@luckyjohnson6988]

Amoxicillin is amoxicillin clavamox is clavamox

[@markbailey1423]

Please do one on communication

[@bobb7792]

Umm army did a study in medications. Most don't lose any appreciable loss over 5 yrs

[@susansailors1716]

Ferfals book is a great read.

[@reneemays8111]

Where would I go to learn how to make a solar battery bank with an inverter?