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08-06-2019, 02:52 PM | #1 |
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Tool Set: Where Do I Start?
Being new to car DIY, I was wondering where to start to build my tool collection. I already have tools for home and PC DIY like screw drivers and Allen wrenches but I don't think they will be much use when it comes to sticking my head under the hood
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08-06-2019, 03:05 PM | #2 |
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I would go to Home Depot or Lowes and buy a metric socket set in 1/2 drive, torq wrench, screw driver set along with floor jack, ramps and jack stands. Don't cheap out on tools because you'll have them forever and a low profile floor jack will save you a lot of aggravation. I bought a standard floor jack and it's probably my worst tool purchase ever.
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I think that I bought Husky at Home Depot. Yes to a breaker bar, I have one in the trunk along with a socket which replaces a lug wrench. I also added a compact tire inflator and a can of tire gunk in case of a flat.
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Best tool I own, https://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-Cordl...gateway&sr=8-7
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DEWALT DWMT75049 Mechanics Tools Set (192 Piece) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BHJE0J4..._yHStDbV02B7WJ
This would be a decent start. It's by no means an end all. Sockets would be my first start. I bought a 176 piece craftsman socket set years ago. It has served me well. You will need 1/2 drive, 3/8 drive & 1/4 drive sockets, wrenches & extensions. A great set of torx, reverse torx & allen sockets too. Wrenches would my next purchase. Get traditional wrenches & and ratcheting wrenches too. Off set & crows foots are always advised. Last, you will need a small 1/4 drive torque wrench as well as a medium sized (3/8 drive) & 1/2 drive. |
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