On my 1911, I use my suitcase for all of my tire changing needs. I have a jack, tire irons and wrenches, hammer, patches, 2 sizes of tubes, flaps and a air pump.
We don't have a suitcase, although we have a luggage rack. We've been holding out for one of those picnic sets in a wicker case. Haven't found one yet.
SSG - What a great idea!
In the small storage compartment under the rear seat, I keep stuff I hope not to use; a jack, spare inner-tubes, flaps, tire irons, a spare coil and other emergency supplies.
There's a small battery box on my right hand running-board in which I keep the stuff of frequent use; things like screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, a container of oil, rags and a pair of knee-pads. The gray, disc-shaped gizmo on the inside of the lid is a tiny, battery-powered spotlight with a magnetic base. Bought it for two bucks at Pep Boys and it comes in real handy.
On the left running-board is an accordion luggage rack holding the wicker basket in which I keep photo props; things like false, stick-on handlebar mustaches, Col. Sanders bowties, derby hats, a straw hat, a pair of old-fashioned driving gauntlets and, oh yes, a fire extinguisher.
Based upon how the weather looked for the day, I would say drivers of that period would have kept one or more, of the four things listed below in a suitcase on the running board for simple day to day driving:
1. A hat, duster and goggles.
2. An oilcloth raincoat
3. A sweater (and bourbon) for warmth.
4. His curtains to keep them from getting stepped on by the passengers.
Tools would have been kept in a toolbox or tool pouch under the seat.
Jim Patrick
Clean underwear.
Scott, glad to see you back in the Model T hobby.
Willie
Thanks Willie!
Heck, I may even make it to a meeting soon, but the last thing I want to do when I'm at home is head back into Houston.
I was nice to see you and Luke the other day, I wished the occasion would had been different.
Scott
I have a Hawkeye Refrigerator Picnic Basket that I refinished a number of years ago. It is a great add on to carry items such such as flags, picnic lunch etc. One item I carry has been a conversation piece that never fails to get a few smiles and laughs. PS - (Looks real but contains water and Pepsi)
Used to keep my tools and spare parts under the back seat of my '17 touring until they apparently multiplied in the dark and wouldn't fit any more!
Now I keep them in a vintage suitcase I got on T-bay. Easier to get at, too heavy to steal, and more room for MORE crap under the backseat!*G*