What You Need to Carry in Your Vehicle (tools, hardware, software.)

With the described tool kit a computer tech can successfully operate as a self sufficient mobile workshop. All equipment will fit comfortably in the trunk of a mid sized vehicle.

The Tools

small torch
anti static wrist strap
pliers for stripping insulation and cutting wire
forceps
long nose pliers
slip joint pliers
inspection mirror
small dusting brush (a small paint brush will do)
various screwdrivers
precision screwdrivers
a wrap of miniature files
magnifying glass
small adjustable wrench
de soldering pump
de soldering braid
small soldering iron
roll of solder
multi meter
box cutter

Note: There is no cable assembly tools included.

Software

Windows XP
Windows 2000
Windows ME
Windows 98
Service Packs
Acrobat Reader
Microsoft Baseline Analyzer
antivirus software (recommend 2 types)
music disk (for testing sound)
hardware diagnostic software (use Burn-in Test if you don't want to pay)
Ghost (very important for backups)

Hardware and Sundry

service book
CD/DVD drive
antivirus software (for sale)
hard disk
extension cord and 4 way adapter
computer power supply(s)
power cables
telephone cable extension
USB cable
parallel printer cable
cable ties and cable mounts (for running network cables)
assortment of networking patch cables
drive splitter cable (if you run out of internal power connectors)
mice
keyboard
anti static mat
speakers
can of contact cleaner
can of CRC
can of Airbrush
can of freeze
power supply fans
CPU fans
switch (hub)
modems
RAM assortment
glue
floppy drives
video cards
USB cards
network cards
small canister of screws + nuts & bolts
folder with your repair tips and notes
motherboard (optional)

Could pay to carry a notebook computer for Internet access if you are stuck.