Reddit mentions: The best safety products

It depends on the item, but that's not necessarily true at all. There are plenty of things but aren't suitable to flip for profit.

• I had these safety triangles in my garage for 3-4 years and have no use for them. Box is dusty and a little faded but actual item is brand new. $40 retail, yeah I can put them and try to get $10-20 but it's not an in-demand item, rather that sitting on them for a month dealing with haggling, requests for more pics, and all that bullshit I put it up for free and it took a week for someone to just come and pick them up, because people who don't need this don't even want it for free. If someone does need it, I'm happy that they can use something I no longer need.
  
  
• Dog collars/toys/supplies - I don't really care to get money for it but would rather someone (who is not well off) be able to use them rather than going to the trash. Again, no profit to be made.
  
  
• Pots and pans or older kitchen appliances in good shape when you upgrade. Not worth trying to get $5,10, 20, whatever out of it, and nobody who does not need those things will reply. People who are furnishing their apartment and are broke would be happy to not have an added expense.
  
  
• Stereo, older but works perfect, has AUX out (could even hook up a Bluetooth thing to it). Again, not worth the bullshit "feelers" and time wasters, and I'm happy if someone can use it for their new apartment or something.
  
  None of these are something you can flip for a profit. No vetting required in any of the examples as people who don't need these things aren't going to msg me unless they are just complete hoarders (unlikely here as it's a big city and apartment/storage space is at a huge premium).
  
  Just clearly state your terms and ignore any potential choosing beggars. Honestly I find it amusing when they like as for free delivery as it's a simple "fuck no". Like I can go put this in the trash, and that will be easier than dealing with your shit. Trying to do something nice here. But I'll happily drop off if they pitch in a $10 or whatever because I realize not everyone has a car and I'm always driving around the city.

I apologize in advance for this long post. None of these are "must gets", but they are what I got for my 2016 Premium forester. I'm posting this for my own future reference as well as to help some people who are wondering what accessories might be good for their new forester. I highly recommend ordering from Jackie from Annapolis Subaru @ 443-837-1422 as she can get you some good prices on the subaru accessories as well as WeatherTech products! I saved on WeatherTech shipping costs (~$20) by ordering through Jackie and the warranty is the same as if I had bought them through their website.

Please note that some of these accessory links are for my specific car year, model and configuration. I have a 2016 Premium forester without eyesight (affects the Covercraft/heatshield sunshade - they also have eyesight compatible sunshades!).

Also, I personally didn't get my windows tinted, but I think that is something that you should seriously consider doing :)

Speaker kit

Tweeter kit


WeatherTech DigitalFit floorliner (1st & 2nd row)


WeatherTech cargo/trunk liner (without bumper protector)

Weather Tech TechCare floorliner and floormat Cleaner/Protector Kit

Gorilla mud flaps

Covercraft's UVS100 sunscreen - use promo code FREESHIP

Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/ Approach Lighting

Luggage Compartment Cover (manual rear gate)

Rear bumper cover

Auto-Dimming Mirror with Compass and HomeLink

Rear Seat Back Protector

Two Home Depot 5 gallon homer bucket

Heatshield sunshade (driver/passenger, second row, rear windshield, sunroof) - note that their website only shows only one side window (driver/passenger), you need to call in to ask them to add the second row side window ones - on my invoice it says part #1425S-A and #1425S-B

Antigravity Batteries AG-XP-10 Multi-Function Power Supply and Jump Starter (check eBay to see if priced cheaper)

Viair 77P Portable Compressor Kit (check eBay to see if priced cheaper)

Amazon stuff:

EZ Pass Holder for VA Flex

Aux cable

Stickershield (parking stickers, etc)

Dropstop seat gap filler (driver/passenger side)

Door panel removal kit (for speaker kit install)

Two grit guards

Microfiber Drying towel

Microfiber cloths (3 pack)

Car wash shampoo

Wheel brush

Resqme (window breaker/seatbelt cutter)

Wheel cleaner

Microfiber wash mitt

Reindeer costume for Christmas

Headrest coat hanger

Road reflective triangles

Duct tape

Odor eliminator

Tire air pressure gauge

OBDII Scanner (Bluetooth)

First aid kit

Hello, beauty. Welcome to the Mustang Club. The red one is Rudy, and the blue one started off as Renegade until a dream I had where it was actually a Transformer and told me its name is Wanderlust (which is fitting, as I'm almost 60k miles in after a little over 3 years).

Do you feel like she's an old lady or a dignified younger woman? For old lady I like Blanche, or Bianca for the younger option.

I definitely suggest some kind of car garbage can. Even Wanderlust ends up cluttered, and a small garbage container looks better than a plastic bag hooked on the glovebox. I would keep a bunch of plastic bags folded in the bottom, with the one currently being used pulled up like a regular garbage bag, so you can just take the bag with you to toss it and pop a new one into place.

I also suggest a steering wheel cover if the wheel is factory original. I have that one in Rudy.

And while it may not be allowed, I'm always a fan of a little ornamentation hanging from the rear view. Wanderlust has a pentagram that's been in every vehicle I've ever owned, and it has a veteran poppy wrapped around the string.

I also strongly suggest you keep a car charger ONLY in the car that you do NOT remove to other vehicles. That way, you always know that you'll have a way to charge your phone.

And I personally keep a set of reflective triangles in my trunk along with the standard roadside emergency kit, gives a little added peace of mind if you ever break down. People are stupid and tend not to notice a broken down car. I'm a police dispatcher and I've had a lot of calls of a disabled vehicle getting hit by someone who didn't notice them.

I have this one: Shade the width is perfect but the cutout for the rearview mirror is not quite deep enough for a perfect fit. It is definitely adequate. Action Photo in garage

So I get that the ditch is owned by the city , but please buy a $20 reflectors .. like I know it is entertaining, but I feel like you belong in the imatotalpieceofshit community. reflectors

I did a good amount of research, I came to this conclusion: if you're going to go for just a black (carbon fiber?) or a clear one, then it's about $20 and you can get it here (the $20 options seem to be good according to a lot of forums): https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR1.TRC0.A0.H0.Xf30+reflector.TRS0&_nkw=f30+reflector&_sacat=0


If you want one that matches your paint it's gonna be closer to $60-100 depending on what color (for my mineral grey f82 it was $70), get those here (just look up autoteknic f30 front reflector "color"):
https://www.amazon.com/AutoTecknic-Painted-Front-Bumper-Reflectors/dp/B00IVBTJES/ref=sr_1_9?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1523933828&sr=1-9&keywords=f30+front+reflector



Here's a good guide for the f30: https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=730082

Wow, I never thought too much about that but it's definitely a valid concern. Electric cars are just so quiet, it's wild. Now that I'm thinking about it, I know they make these whistles that you can put on your car, when you're driving at a certain speed they make a sound animals like deer can hear.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003XNGLJU?fp=1&pc_redir=T1

Fender for sure is the absolute top accessory. You know when you're rolling down the street and theres that line of water all the way across from a neighbor washing their card or w/e? Yeah you roll over that at any speed and it's going to splash water into your crotch. Same goes for puddles, light rain, etc.

The second thing I'd recommend is instead of getting sidekicks get yourself some of this reflective 3M tape. I got the 2" wide roll and it's plenty to cover the sides also it's kinda gummy and thick so it does add some protection. It's reflective and it protects keeps your stuff fresh... if it wears out you've got enough for a complete redo!

i think they invented something to save the deer back in 1902 when these were invented:

https://www.amazon.com/Living-Products-LLC-0001-Save-A-Deer/dp/B003XNGLJU

XD

This is the tape I used and here's a couple pictures I took after putting it on.

I can't say how bright it is when lit with a car's headlights because, well, I'm on top of it when it's out in traffic. But with a camera flash, it's pretty bright. And I even see the interior lights reflecting when I open the door into the garage.

Im not sure that you want something as bright as possible, you just want something that will alert other drivers. Being too bright could potentially cause further accidents. Are you looking for something to inspect damages around your car, or just to notify other drivers of hazards?

Personally, I might suggest these as an alternative. The are reflective, so they should be easily visible by other drivers at night, and no batteries required to worry about running out. Furthermore, they would be able to be easily seen during the day as well, rather than a small puck that would likely be overlooked in bright sunlight.

Here's the link for the stuff I used:

http://www.amazon.com/customTAYLOR33-Intensity-SILVER-Reflective-©Copyrighted/dp/B00G61E1FW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1426438562&sr=8-4&keywords=reflective+tape+motorcycle

I chatted with the guy that sells it on facebook. Nice guy, very helpful, would buy again. Took maybe 45min to get it on.

For you it's a joke. For me, I actually carry 80% of this on my motorcycle :D

• SBV Touring Pro tools kit: https://www.sbvtools.com/429-tm_thickbox_default/sbv-touring-bmw-pro-toolset.jpg
  
• Dunlop warning triangle: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dunlop-303925-Professional-Visibility-Compliant/dp/B004ALJ65U
  
• Airman Tour compressor: https://www.louis.eu/artikel/airman-tour-air-compressor-inclusive-adapter/10002998
  
• Nissen Synchro warning lights: http://nissen-uk.com/products/synchros-2/
  
• Leatherman tool
  
• LED flashlight
  
• mobile powerbank/booster: https://media.lidl.com/media/b5d6f83a3d09d757731d52875d92e4f9.jpeg
  
• necessary tooling to plug flat tires
  
  This all fits in half a side pannier.
  
  Edit: yes I ride a K 1600 GT and yes it all fits. I even forgot to include the garden chair I sometimes bring along :D

A big ass maglight flashlight - a good light source and a heavy object in one.

Flairs, or emergency LED lights if you breakdown on the highway so you don't get rear-ended. Something like:

https://www.amazon.com/Fasmov-Warning-Triangle-Emergency-Reflector/dp/B016MBHC56/

A good first aid kit. Not the 83-tiny-bandages-and-4-Tylenol first aid kit, but something EMTs recommend.

Water. If you're heading anywhere near deserts, lots of water.

A cellphone charger that lives in your car.

All of this is stored in the trunk of my Jeep strapped down in the black tote pictured. I didn't get all of these things at Amazon, but tried to find a link to purchase everything.

Not pictured is a rollbar mounted fire extinguisher

This isn't specifically for camping, just what I have on me at all times.

Starting at the top right:

• Three pack of road triangles
  
  
• Solar power bank
  
  
• Leatherman Super Tool 300 in black oxide
  
  
• Cyber Power inverter
  
  
• Bungee cords
  
  
  
• Ratchet and random sockets
  
  
  
• Ratchet strap
  
  
  
• Jumper cables
  
  
  
• 30,000 tow strap
  
  
  
• Target brand first aid kit
  
  
  
• Coast px20 with red beam
  
  
  
• Coghlans right angle flashlight
  
  
  
• Eton solar/ crank radio and light
  
  
  
• Tire pressure gauge
  
  
  
• Digital tire pressure gauge
  
  
  
• Military issue folding shovel
  
  
  
• 7 ton shackle permanently borrowed from my ship
  
  
  
• 75ft of paracord
  
  
• Harbor Freight wrench set
  
  
• Harbor Freight torque wrench
  
  
• 20'x20' blue tarp
  
  
  

I can't get a good bead on exactly where that is, but it looks like it could be a deer whistle: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Products-LLC-0001-Save-A-Deer/dp/B003XNGLJU

these are simple and kinda neat

http://www.amazon.com/Honda-Insight-Bumper-Reflector-Lights/dp/B008DILDTS/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1397965839&sr=8-4&keywords=brake+lights+crz

Something like this could help? http://www.amazon.com/automotive/dp/B0008D6NK0

That's why I always put put out a few of these reflectors on a stick - so matter which way your car is parked you can make sure your camp can be seen.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004L08GC4/

Heat reflective blanket. Mid priced example: https://www.amazon.com/Heat-Reflective-Blanket-Military-Grade-1-5/dp/B01CR414P6
2 of those and a very very light sleeping bag means you will be very warm without carrying a bulky bed roll.
This works too for underneath you: https://www.amazon.com/Max-Reflector-Standard-Accordion-Shade/dp/B000CAINDE/ref=sr_1_5?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1509572055&sr=1-5&keywords=windshield+reflector

Get a coupe of those 4 foot high aluminum poles with an orange reflector on the top.

https://www.amazon.com/Blazer-376RDM-8-36-Inch-Reflective-Driveway/dp/B01LX0488Z/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549836522&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=roadside+reflector+pole

When I was visiting India the car I was riding in had a tune played by the reverse bulb to warn people of the car backing up. I don't know what song it was but I noticed some pedestrians singing along with it. Similar to this.

The clamp for the front brake line is just called a P-clamp. Check your local big hardware store in the specialty drawers. For the reflectors if you want a cheap fix you can just get some reflector bolts and put them into the license plate.

You need one of these

Ummm.... https://www.amazon.com/Mallory-Sonalert-Reverse-725-04069-Replacement/dp/B06XT6Y4LW

Prime Time

Need these for my car so it stops getting damaged.

You can buy these at mitre 10 https://www.amazon.com/Blazer-381ODM-24-Fiberglass-Reflective-Driveway/dp/B0091OG8VQ

The technology already exists, it just needs some minor adaptations.

deer whistle

https://www.amazon.com/Living-Products-LLC-0001-Save-A-Deer/dp/B003XNGLJU

Seems to work

https://www.amazon.com/Living-Products-LLC-0001-Save-A-Deer/dp/B003XNGLJU

I wonder if some deer whistle alerts would keep the dog away.

https://www.amazon.com/MAXSA-Innovations-37312-Garage-Lasers/dp/B000F6F99G

I've never seen anyone use that foil before but why spend 20 dollars on an aluminum reflector? You can get mylar for 10.
http://www.amazon.com/Max-Reflector-Standard-Accordion-Shade/dp/B000CAINDE/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1374636213&sr=8-6&keywords=car+sunshade

This is what we do too, except it was designed for exactly this purpose. Worth every penny.

This is the device you seek: https://www.amazon.com/Driveway-FM138-Mighty-Mule-Automatic/dp/B0002YP97S. It will be different for every brand gate opener though so find out what brand yours is and just go to their website. You're not inventing the wheel here, all apartment complexes have the setup you're describing.

Don't get a grill guard if you want actual front end protection.

The first thing to do is get a [deer whistle] (http://www.amazon.com/Living-Products-LLC-0001-Save-A-Deer/dp/B003XNGLJU) - you want to avoid any impact at all costs and prevention measures always outweigh mitigation measures.

If you really want front end protection you want to get a full replacement bumper. A brush guard is just that - it only protects against brush and minor front end scratches - in an actual collision brush guards often increase the amount of damage to the vehicle. There are [multiple outlets and vendors] (http://www.hdtruckware.com/ford-c-1/full-front-replacement-bumpers-c-1_6/) who sell front end protection - and many are pretty pricey.

There are more than a few individuals on /r/trucks that swear by brush guards "I hit a deer at 60 and didn't get a scratch!" - this is bullshit. Even full replacements only mitigate the overall damage done to the front end. I had a '96 F350 in one of the fleets I oversaw with a full replacement bumper - truck hit a deer at 50 and the whole front end was destroyed and the truck totaled out.

If you really want one, head over to your local craigslist and start shopping. I purchased both my front and rear full replacement bumpers (solid pipe ranch hand style) for $400 and got a set of rock bars/steps for $100 - these bumpers can retail for over $1k new. Find a shop to sandblast and paint it and then install it.

> https://www.amazon.com/Blazer-376RDM-8-36-Inch-Reflective-Driveway/dp/B01LX0488Z/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549836522&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=roadside+reflector+pole

We have those. My neighbor keeps them in bulk in his garage. They're hard to see in the video because they face the road, but they regularly get broken by incidents like this.

may not pay for the repairs though and might even kill you if they go through the windshield.

While visiting a friend in Indiana, many people there have a kind of inaudible (for humans) car whistle that is activated with speed and will supposedly scare away deer.
https://www.amazon.com/Living-Products-LLC-0001-Save-A-Deer/dp/B003XNGLJU

They have so many accidents hitting deer it's a serious safety issue. A lot of people I talked to had personal experience with either close calls or outright hitting deer.

It's a whistle to scare deer away

I think this one exactly >>> Deer warning

Save-A-Deer

Wildlife Warning Device