Replacement Parts.

[JerL]

I believe that in the future (months to years away) there will be a period of time where civilized society breaks down, law enforcment is not able to protect, and transportation, and manufacturing systems cannot function due to lack of fuels, and electrical power. I believe there may be a time when we will not be able to travel very far,whether due to issues of saftey, or lack of navigable roads, or lack of fuel for vehicles. full fledged power plants are very complex operations, as is putting power on the grid, as well as dangerous. Most manufacturing operations are very complex also. My question is what are you doing to prepare to survive without the option of resupply?
For example:
Clothing, fabric, sewing needles (hand or machine), shoes, ammo parts (lead, primers, powder, casings), replacement parts for guns (springs, firing pins, barrels, etc.), glasses, fuel, batteries, light bulbs, lamp wicks, etc.
Things break down, wear out, and get lost. There are some tools that if they are not available, there is no suitable replacement. I have tried to buy spare parts for some things I can foresee i.e. replacement blades for my bow saw, extra handles for my axes, spare water filters, and so on.
Again my question is what are you doing to prepare to survive without the option of resupply?

[firend]

yes, very good post. I think people get stuck on the food train express to much. There is so much more to it....:0

[Original_Intent]

Razor blades. Lots and lots of razor blades. ('1984' reference)

[NoGreaterLove]

I am currently building a wind generator and studying on how to build solar panels from scratch. I think it would be impossible to stock up on all of the supplies. This being the case, I feel it would be wise to become an expert in a field and stock up on those supplies. That way you can barter your talents and means for items you need.

[armedtotheteeth]

Razor blades. Lots and lots of razor blades. ('1984' reference)

Yes, that would be double plus good!

[Henmasher]

Another thought would be. Since no electricity the endowment would become live at all temples. Who of us knows it well enough to step in and keep the temples churning out ordinances for our kin? I know I don't

[Original_Intent]

Another thought would be. Since no electricity the endowment would become live at all temples. Who of us knows it well enough to step in and keep the temples churning out ordinances for our kin? I know I don't

Pretty sure they have a hard copy or two they could train from.

[Henmasher]

Oh I agree, but that is time wasted where preperation could have helped. That was really my point

[pritchet1]

Solar power storage units at each temple. Witness the ongoing "green building" activities of the church.

http://kealakai.byuh.edu/index.php?opti ... Itemid=196

According to Newsroom.lds.org, some of the methods on the list include more efficient heating and cooling systems that work with solar-powered equipment, landscaping and plumbing techniques that operate via satellite and are designed for example, to turn off sprinkler systems when it is raining and heat floors only when need.


A new chapel in Farmington, Utah, that is using solar panels for energy.
Some examples of LDS Church buildings that have already gone green are a church building in Susanville, Calif., that has geothermal energy production that heats the chapel. Buildings in the Baltic nation of Latvia use radiant heated floors in the winter time. And a “new building in Farmington, Utah, symbolizes the continued innovative use of technology by the church in its construction design,” says information on newsroom.lds.org. “The roof-mounted solar panels are projected to generate enough electricity to completely power the structure, saving an estimated $6,000 in energy costs annually.”

“It’s about creating a place of worship that works in harmony with the environment,” said H. David Burton, presiding bishop of the LDS Church who is responsible for its physical facilities. “For decades we have looked for innovative ways to use natural resources in our meetinghouses that reflect our commitment as wise stewards of God’s creations.”

Newsroom.lds.org also says 17,000 meeting houses are being utilized by church members and new buildings are being built and renovated every day. Additionally it quotes Jared Doxey, director of architecture, engineering and construction of some of the church building projects, as saying, “As the church continues to grow globally, and there is a greater demand for meeting houses, more than ever we need to engage in wise construction practices to benefit both the environment and our members.”

Virtual Tour - http://beta-newsroom.lds.org/blog/virtu ... etinghouse

[Zephyr]

Also the importance of human entertainment and interaction needs to be addressed.
(Yes, I know this is lower priority, but it is still useful.)

It is also comforting, especialy for children, to be read to or play games during difficult times.

We will need games, books, and toys that entertain all ages and are easily portable.
Cat's cradle requires only yarn and know-how. Yo-yo's, jacks, and cards can be tucked into bug-out kits.

Books and board games are great to have on hand for times of no electricity and are great stress relievers.

Just a thought...

[Original_Intent]

That is a great point Zephyr. Deseret Industries always has a pretty large used book selection and you can build a pretty decent library at probably 10% or less of the cost of buying new. I'm not sure how that compares with used book stores for others that may not be near a DI.

[Col. Flagg]

Zephyr, I love your avatar!

[tsc]

1. Get plenty of matches. It is a lot easier to start a fire if you have matches. Also, if you have extra, you can possibly barter with others for needed items.

2. Buy an adapter for your car so that you may use some electrical items, as long as your car has gas, in case the power in your home goes out.

3. Water, water, water. You can live up to 30 days without food, but not very long without water.

I know these are not an answer to the original question, but thought I would throw it out there.

[Zephyr]

Zephyr, I love your avatar!

Thank you! I think it is by Danny Hahlbohm.

That is a great point Zephyr. Deseret Industries always has a pretty large used book selection and you can build a pretty decent library at probably 10% or less of the cost of buying new. I'm not sure how that compares with used book stores for others that may not be near a DI.
That is a great point Zephyr. Deseret Industries always has a pretty large used book selection and you can build a pretty decent library at probably 10% or less of the cost of buying new. I'm not sure how that compares with used book stores for others that may not be near a DI.

Good point! They also have a lot of games.
There are also toys small enough to pack in a bug-out kit.

[singyourwayhome]

Portable musical instruments are high on my list. Think of how important music was to the pioneers. With that in mind, we have a couple harmonicas in our 72-hr-kits (when else are you going to take time to learn to play one?), and we purchased, instead of rented, the instruments my children play for the band. So we have the harmonicas, a french horn, a clarinet, and a piano. That last one's not so portable, but it works for now....

As for replacement parts, I have a cheap hand grinder for wheat. I asked at the Bosch Kitchen Center what part would be most likely to break or wear out on it, and ordered two of them.

I have extra wicks for my kerosene lamp, and I've read up on how to make replacements. I've also read about making candles and hand-held oil lamps. Very simple. I think our technology will drop 100+ years if society comes to a screeching halt, and the best thing we can do is learn to be more self-reliant.