Decent tool set of 4x4ing

[Sumboodie]

Used to just empty my toolbox, but wanting to buy stuff to leave.
It's a pain, takes too much time plus rather not bring my good tools out in the mud where they may end up lost or sacrificed. (Have welded tools together to get home)

Mostly Metric being it's a Merc.

Edit..

Not sure why, but it cut off half my post.

I had put need to keep it reasonable on weight and even more so on cost. Maybe $250 area.

Could probably put 5,000lbs of tools in the kit and still need more.

 

[Firebrick43]

Off road in a mercury?

 

[Andres26tnt]

Overland tool kit, easily go over you vehicle with your tools. Tally everything up and put those tools in the box or whatever you buy to put inside the vehicle. Or you can have full sets of 1/4 to 1/2 sockets, full set of wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, and most used specialty tools. Join a group that uses you vehicle to see what they have on their boxes.

 

[Bert_]

I have some leftover canvas and I've been wanting to make a tool roll to stash somewhere in my jeep. Will carry the common wrenches, an adjustable, couple screwdrivers. Kind of a bare minimum to do 80-90%

 

[Sumboodie]

Overland tool kit, easily go over you vehicle with your tools. Tally everything up and put those tools in the box or whatever you buy to put inside the vehicle. Or you can have full sets of 1/4 to 1/2 sockets, full set of wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, and most used specialty tools. Join a group that uses you vehicle to see what they have on their boxes.

Most people on the internet don't use them like this.

I got a full Karen attack for saying I was putting tires 4" larger than stock. From a 42" to a 46"

 

[Southernbuild]

I got a full Karen attack for saying I was putting tires 4" larger than stock. From a 42" to a 46"

We need pictures of your rig before being able to properly help you spend your money!!

 

[fourjeepin]

Most people on the internet don't use them like this.

I got a full Karen attack for saying I was putting tires 4" larger than stock. From a 42" to a 46"

There are people on this forum that abuse a 4x4 for no good reason, though I try to avoid the mud.

 

[Firebrick43]

We need pictures of your rig before being able to properly help you spend your money!!

He is just trying to troll people.

A quick search shows its a Case MB4/94, aka a unimog, not a "merc" which has been used for over half a century to denote mercury.

And its 14.5R20 tires or something close to that. No one talks about tires in class 6 plus trucks as 44" or 46" tires.

 

[Sumboodie]

We need pictures of your rig before being able to properly help you spend your money!!

No idea about the weird colors. It's how it was when I bought it. Other one I have is red.

 

[Sumboodie]

Can't get photos to load, so not sure it's ok.

Maybe like

VEVOR Mechanical Toolset – 1/4" 3/8" 1/2", 450 Pcs SAE

Want to handle repairs with confidence? This mechanical toolset offers 450 CR-V tools, multi-drive sockets, high torque capacity & a portable case. Get today!

www.vevor.com

 

[Sumboodie]

There are people on this forum that abuse a 4x4 for no good reason, though I try to avoid the mud.

Not abuse. I bought them to go out in the woods and do camping (not "overlanding").

They aren't some mesueum rarity or anything but I swear some people think if I use non factory parts ir heaven forbid take a torch and welder to it that anvils fall from the sky or something

 

[RTM]

Can't get photos to load, so not sure it's ok.

Maybe like

VEVOR Mechanical Toolset – 1/4" 3/8" 1/2", 450 Pcs SAE

Want to handle repairs with confidence? This mechanical toolset offers 450 CR-V tools, multi-drive sockets, high torque capacity & a portable case. Get today!

www.vevor.com

Not knowing much about MOGS, but seeing a couple in the neighborhood, seems like there isn’t going to be much “small” on them, maybe a few special engine or electrical bits . I’d expect you to need more 1/2” to 3/4” drive stuff, rather than 1/4” drive stuff.

If you were just wheeling a Jeep, the linked kit might work great, but I expect anything you break wheeling the MOG is gonna be a beastly size.

Maybe just buy the small stuff you might reasonably need for a roadside fix, in each size, find an appropriate box, and say done.

again, just guessing based on what I see (and wish I had a use for)

 

[Schurkey]

Half the tools. Twice the credit card.

 

[Sumboodie]

Not knowing much about MOGS, but seeing a couple in the neighborhood, seems like there isn’t going to be much “small” on them, maybe a few special engine or electrical bits . I’d expect you to need more 1/2” to 3/4” drive stuff, rather than 1/4” drive stuff.

If you were just wheeling a Jeep, the linked kit might work great, but I expect anything you break wheeling the MOG is gonna be a beastly size.

Maybe just buy the small stuff you might reasonably need for a roadside fix, in each size, find an appropriate box, and say done.

again, just guessing based on what I see (and wish I had a use for)

Most of the parts are fairly small. Biggest wrench I've needed was a 7/8" (22mm).

Sears used to have nice kits like the Velvor, but they're pretty **** now.

 

[Sumboodie]

He is just trying to troll people.

A quick search shows its a Case MB4/94, aka a unimog, not a "merc" which has been used for over half a century to denote mercury.

And its 14.5R20 tires or something close to that. No one talks about tires in class 6 plus trucks as 44" or 46" tires.

I banned you from my account for stupid stuff like this but for some reason it popped up.

Ironic calling me a troll when it's you!

"Merc" is a Mercedes. Nobody knows or cares about the Mercury brand anymore, not even Ford. They barely existed into the 90s, and haven't in nearly 15 years.
Besides what Mercury 4wd would use all metric fasteners?

No, they are 395/85r20, which means nothing to most folks without looking it up vs me saying 42" vs 46"

Either way, none of that was really relevant to a tool kit. Why I mentioned it in passing.

 

[nh_yota]

https://www.amazon.com/GEARWRENCH-Point-Mechanics-Drawer-Storage/dp/B07QLNVJJ1/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[nh_yota]

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWMT75049-Mechanics-Tools-Piece/dp/B01BHJE0J4/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[rust in the eye]

If you are looking to keep bulk and weight down a bespoke "kit" is the way to go. Bag and wrench rolls to carry.
Any purchased "set" is going to have tools you will not need so why tote them? It may still make $$ sense to buy a complete set and leave some behind but if you are like many here you'll have lots to choose from to make your special set for the Merc.
I always wanted to drive one of those or a Pinzgauer, looks like fun.

 

[Chipm]

Exploring Overland has a pretty interesting series of articles on what he calls the "One Case Tool Kit." Similar goals to what you described: One Case Tool Kit

 

[slowtwitch73]

Word salad alert...

 

[Sumboodie]

If you are looking to keep bulk and weight down a bespoke "kit" is the way to go. Bag and wrench rolls to carry.
Any purchased "set" is going to have tools you will not need so why tote them? It may still make $$ sense to buy a complete set and leave some behind but if you are like many here you'll have lots to choose from to make your special set for the Merc.
I always wanted to drive one of those or a Pinzgauer, looks like fun.

Weight isn't a huge deal per se, just I don't want to lug 1500lbs of tools around just in case if 100lbs will do it. Its a waste on weight, space and money.

Of course a guy could tow his whole shop to the woods and still find out he needs something not in the shop

 

[Sumboodie]

I'll probably throw in some air tools, maybe buy cheap stuff or decide the stuff in the toolbox mostly collects dust now.
Batteries all good, but not something I can keep out in a bin and expect to work (cold mostly an issue)

 

[Sumboodie]

If you are looking to keep bulk and weight down a bespoke "kit" is the way to go. Bag and wrench rolls to carry.
Any purchased "set" is going to have tools you will not need so why tote them? It may still make $$ sense to buy a complete set and leave some behind but if you are like many here you'll have lots to choose from to make your special set for the Merc.
I always wanted to drive one of those or a Pinzgauer, looks like fun.

Buying a set is usually cheaper vs buying individual was ny thought.

Like a 300 piece socket set for let's say $150 but they're $3-4 each seperate.

 

[rust in the eye]

Next time you service the vehicle instead of putting those tools away put them aside. You'll have a good beginning shopping list.

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

Next time you service the vehicle instead of putting those tools away put them aside. You'll have a good beginning shopping list.

This is how I do things when trying to put together a kit. I'd also suggest using "rolls" and "tool bags" instead of blow molded cases. I wouldn't waste my time buying a big kit when all you need is metric.

 

[Steve from Socal]

Unless you plan on doing a 'field overhaul' a set of hand tools to 1 1/4 -30mm and service tools like filter tools air lines and fittings etc. Mogs are simple machines and unless there is a major failure the low hanging stuff and belts, hoses, fluids etc. Does it still have hydrauilics?

 

[Kscardsfan]

I can't give you any advice on the tools you need, but I love that machine. Rock on.

 

[Dodgepu360]

My question is: what spare parts do you carry?

I don't know what the weak links are on Unimogs but think through the process of changing what ever parts you carry and make sure you have all those necessary tools.

 

[tarbellb]

Any chance theres a military kit specified to that model, boom shopping list complete


If you hate noise and rattles, I would avoid those plastic tool kits

 

[Beerhippie]

Mercedes made a full tool kit for the 'mogs. I'm sure you can pick one up for under $10K, less if you skip some PTO tools like the hydraulic pump, hydraulic chainsaw, lathe, welder.....

 

[cherrybomb]

Next time you service the vehicle instead of putting those tools away put them aside. You'll have a good beginning shopping list.

That's good advice any time you buy a new toy,whether it's vehicle,workshop or lawn! It's also a good time upgrade and move tools around ,it's nice to cull what's not working,and reward yourself with good stuff

 

[Sumboodie]

Unless you plan on doing a 'field overhaul' a set of hand tools to 1 1/4 -30mm and service tools like filter tools air lines and fittings etc. Mogs are simple machines and unless there is a major failure the low hanging stuff and belts, hoses, fluids etc. Does it still have hydrauilics?

Yeah, the winch is hydraulic. The PTO hydraulic pump isn't used, but I may convert it to run the winch. It's higher flow though lower pressure. 20gpm 2000psi vs 11gpm 2500psi for the pump off the engine.

 

[Sumboodie]

That's good advice any time you buy a new toy,whether it's vehicle,workshop or lawn! It's also a good time upgrade and move tools around ,it's nice to cull what's not working,and reward yourself with good stuff

Most of my stuff I have access to my tools, or can go fetch them, so generally not a problem.

This case, I might be 50 miles into the woods. So need to hopefully fix on site.

I've owned one for 4 or 5 years, it needs an engine installed and the one in the pic I got this winter. It runs and drives.

I have no idea how they managed only 95hp and ~200 ft/lbs torque out of a big, heavy, 5.7L

My little TDI Jetta makes about that with 1.9L

 

[Firebrick43]

I have no idea how they managed only 95hp and ~200 ft/lbs torque out of a big, heavy, 5.7L

My little TDI Jetta makes about that with 1.9L

Because it has no turbo on it. That is pretty good for a naturally aspirated diesel of that displacement.

 

[Basskiller]

Never go wheeling without it.

Karnage Welder

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[Beerhippie]

Never go wheeling without it.

Karnage Welder

The Karnage Welder is a compact, self-contained, battery-powered portable welder for off-road, farm, ranch, and mobile welding. Weld anywhere, anytime, in seconds, no cables, no pulling batteries, no hassle.

karnagewelder.com

He has a PTO. Go big or go home!

 

[Steve from Socal]

Most of my stuff I have access to my tools, or can go fetch them, so generally not a problem.

This case, I might be 50 miles into the woods. So need to hopefully fix on site.

I've owned one for 4 or 5 years, it needs an engine installed and the one in the pic I got this winter. It runs and drives.

I have no idea how they managed only 95hp and ~200 ft/lbs torque out of a big, heavy, 5.7L

My little TDI Jetta makes about that with 1.9L

The HP rating is DIN rated a bit different than SAE and the engines are rated like a marine or industrial engine at high load factor. Remember the Unimog is an implement like a tractor. The first Unimogs were used as row crop tractors.

 

[Bert_]

Most of my stuff I have access to my tools, or can go fetch them, so generally not a problem.

This case, I might be 50 miles into the woods. So need to hopefully fix on site.

I've owned one for 4 or 5 years, it needs an engine installed and the one in the pic I got this winter. It runs and drives.

I have no idea how they managed only 95hp and ~200 ft/lbs torque out of a big, heavy, 5.7L

My little TDI Jetta makes about that with 1.9L

Because that little 1.9 would blow up in a hurry if you tried to get that much power for any length of time.

 

[gimpyrobb]

I collect military trucks and have wheeled all over. I like the harbor freight 301 piece tool kit cause it has 6pt sockets. My M.V.s use a lot of fine thread nuts n bolts and if you use a 12pt socket, it will round the corners. The 301 piece kit has wrenches, but its a crappy selection, but the bits selection is impressive. Bits as in torx, allen, etc. It also has a decent screwdriver selection.

Anyhoo, for me, its a great deal as you can get it on sale for $185 with tax out the door in Ohio.

https://www.harborfreight.com/mechanics-tool-set-301-piece-63464.html

 

[Sumboodie]

I collect military trucks and have wheeled all over. I like the harbor freight 301 piece tool kit cause it has 6pt sockets. My M.V.s use a lot of fine thread nuts n bolts and if you use a 12pt socket, it will round the corners. The 301 piece kit has wrenches, but its a crappy selection, but the bits selection is impressive. Bits as in torx, allen, etc. It also has a decent screwdriver selection.

Anyhoo, for me, its a great deal as you can get it on sale for $185 with tax out the door in Ohio.

https://www.harborfreight.com/mechanics-tool-set-301-piece-63464.html

Harbor Freight shipping

I collect military trucks and have wheeled all over. I like the harbor freight 301 piece tool kit cause it has 6pt sockets. My M.V.s use a lot of fine thread nuts n bolts and if you use a 12pt socket, it will round the corners. The 301 piece kit has wrenches, but its a crappy selection, but the bits selection is impressive. Bits as in torx, allen, etc. It also has a decent screwdriver selection.

Anyhoo, for me, its a great deal as you can get it on sale for $185 with tax out the door in Ohio.

https://www.harborfreight.com/mechanics-tool-set-301-piece-63464.html

$48 shipping though for 10-14 day shipping. $83 for 7 day.

Something like that in the Amazon maybe would work. Hell, might buy a couple.