The Top 5 tools you want to buy next

[Merkava_4]

1) Cable operated hose clamp pliers - SK or Mayhew.

2) Pressure brake bleeder - Motive Products.

3) Inch pound torque wrench - Precision Instruments.

4) 3/8 drive long flex ratchet - Snap-on F831 or FLF936.

5) Heavy ball peen hammer - Estwing or Nupla.

 

[GooberMcNutly]

2, 3, 4 arm gear puller set
Seal driver set
Ultrasonic parts cleaner
A GOOD instant-on soldering iron
Acetalyne welder set

 

[eschoendorff]

1) Cable operated hose clamp pliers - SK or Mayhew.

Once you use these, you won't know how you ever lived without them!

 

[DiStOrTiOn]

1) Long Pattern metric combination wrenches (probably Craftsman Pro)

2) Wobble socket extensions

3) Ryobi 18v spiral saw

4) Craftsman spark plug socket set

5) offset handle ratchets (don't know what brand yet)

 

[Uncle Buck]

Actually one thing has come to me that I would really like; the Motive Products brake bleeder. I am strongly considering making mine though as the cost can easily be beat and I think one can easily be built.

 

[eschoendorff]

1) Long Pattern metric combination wrenches (probably Craftsman Pro)

2) Wobble socket extensions

3) Ryobi 18v spiral saw

4) Craftsman spark plug socket set

5) offset handle ratchets (don't know what brand yet)

You will like the Craftsman Pro wrenches. I have a lot of wrenches by many makers and the Craftsman Pro are right up there with the rest of them.

At the risk of being flamed: I have an offset handle flex Craftsman full polish ratchet. No complaints - does everything i tell it to and not ratcheting issues.

 

[rsanter]

4) Craftsman spark plug socket set

I have several of these that are spare

bob

 

[rsanter]

Actually one thing has come to me that I would really like; the Motive Products brake bleeder. I am strongly considering making mine though as the cost can easily be beat and I think one can easily be built.

I have a brake bleeder set I no longer need.

bob

 

[Jason_D]

1) IR Thundergun (can't justify the purchase yet as I have 2 others that are
still fine)
2) SO or MAC Deep swivel impact sockets

3) Ridged cable, hose clamp tool

4) SK spline ratcheting wrench "topper" set (20-24mm)

5) Snap-on screwdriver set. (still using my 10yr old Pratt & Reed set,I love 'em)

 

[wrenchr]

Good deals as they present their selfs, If it is a real good deal that I have and dont require another, then I sell it for a profit!!

 

[Mike83]

How about all 14,000 tools in Snap-On's catalog???

In reality:

1) Actron Scan Tool

2) Fuel System Tester

3) Fuel line disconnect tool (can you tell that I need to change my fuel filter?)

4) 1/2" drive, 6-point deep metric sockets (SK is preferred)

5) Craftsman Pro long reach needle nose pliers - once there is a shipping deal at Sears.com! (anyone have experience with these?)

 

[mx757]

I bought a Mohawk USL-6000 lift http://www.mohawklifts.com/consumer/usl6000.php

now want to get transmission jack and oil drain to fit under it. but no rush...
one these days i'll get them

 

[jay50]

Once you use these, you won't know how you ever lived without them!

Get the Meyhew with memory cable that stays in bent position.
That is one great tool; got me out of many tight situations at firewall hoses...

 

[eschoendorff]

Get the Meyhew with memory cable that stays in bent position.
That is one great tool; got me out of many tight situations at firewall hoses...

The Mayhew's have a memory cable???? Damn... I coulda used that. Didn't know they had that feature.

 

[Fedwrench]

The Mayhew's have a memory cable???? Damn... I coulda used that. Didn't know they had that feature.

Yeah, but it triples the size of the cable so, you lose a little in weaving it though the engine compartment capability. It also has a ratcheting lock instead of the single hook.

 

[eschoendorff]

Yeah, but it triples the size of the cable so, you lose a little in weaving it though the engine compartment capability. It also has a ratcheting lock instead of the single hook.

Well, when my current Craftsman one dies, I know what I'll be replacing it with....

 

[rsanter]

I bought a Mohawk USL-6000 lift http://www.mohawklifts.com/consumer/usl6000.php

now want to get transmission jack and oil drain to fit under it. but no rush...
one these days i'll get them

I have an oil drain that I am not using, where are you?

bob
[email protected]

 

[Stuey]

1. 80 tooth Freud non-ferrous miter saw blade
2. Compounding Klein hand seamer
3. Wiha 3K hex drivers
4. More Wika 3K screwdrivers
5. Assortment of screwdriver bit sockets

 

[wrigh003]

My list. All/mostly big stuff, which ***** because it means that it takes forever to see any progress.

1/2: (they trade places all the time) air compressor, small MIG setup- turning over both in my head, can't decide what to do first. I'll probably snap one day and rush out and buy both.
3: Quiklift or other non-hydraulic/ lowbuck get-the-car-in-the-air-a-couple-feet solution
4: dado set for my table saw
5: router and some bits, maybe even a router table

Ha! Saw this thread with a star by it, figured I'd go see what I wanted last time I posted in it, almost a year ago.

I'm one for five. Got a great compressor that I love, but haven't used it to its potential yet. Other notable purchases/acquisitions of the last year: Finish nailer, dad gave me his cordless framing nailer, and I bought a chainsaw. Whee, lumberjackin' time.

I have had -0- time to work on the project car, working instead on the project house and raising the project infant-and-toddler duo. I (somewhat sadly...) foresee a lot more woodworking/home-maintenance than mechanic-ing for me over the next several years. So I still need a router and the dado set would be cool.

My updated top-5 list for this year:
1) I need an extension ladder, my gutters need cleaning.
2/3) Impact wrench/sockets for continuing to take apart my old car and lawnmower blade sharpening
4) A new lawnmower, speaking of. My old Murray rider is finally broken more than it's working.
5) Air hose reel in the carport/planned garage.

 

[eschoendorff]

Ha! Saw this thread with a star by it, figured I'd go see what I wanted last time I posted in it, almost a year ago.

I'm one for five. Got a great compressor that I love, but haven't used it to its potential yet. Other notable purchases/acquisitions of the last year: Finish nailer, dad gave me his cordless framing nailer, and I bought a chainsaw. Whee, lumberjackin' time.

I have had -0- time to work on the project car, working instead on the project house and raising the project infant-and-toddler duo. I (somewhat sadly...) foresee a lot more woodworking/home-maintenance than mechanic-ing for me over the next several years. So I still need a router and the dado set would be cool.

My updated top-5 list for this year:
1) I need an extension ladder, my gutters need cleaning.
2/3) Impact wrench/sockets for continuing to take apart my old car and lawnmower blade sharpening
4) A new lawnmower, speaking of. My old Murray rider is finally broken more than it's working.
5) Air hose reel in the carport/planned garage.

HF impact sockets do the job plenty well. IR 231 impact gun will work nicely. As for a new mower, if you want a really great tractor that'll run forever, see if you can find an old Case/Ingersoll or Craigslist.

 

[wrenchr]

How about all 14,000 tools in Snap-On's catalog???

In reality:

1) Actron Scan Tool

2) Fuel System Tester

3) Fuel line disconnect tool (can you tell that I need to change my fuel filter?)

4) 1/2" drive, 6-point deep metric sockets (SK is preferred)

5) Craftsman Pro long reach needle nose pliers - once there is a shipping deal at Sears.com! (anyone have experience with these?)

How about all 14,000 tools in Snap-On's catalog for free???

 

[Merkava_4]

How about all 14,000 tools in Snap-On's catalog for free???

All I can say is that I'm damn lucky I don't have an S-O dealer living next door; cause if I did, I would've already been through lock smithing school.

 

[wrenchr]

That is what a big pry bar is for........It is the key to the city!!!!!!!!!! hahahaha.

 

[Zeroek]

1) Digi Rotor Mic (Blue point or Matco)
2) Snap on Cordless 30 LED Utility Light ECFSP30
3) 3/8" Impact Swivel Sockets
4) Service cart of some kind
5) Some Wrench Racks

 

[SteveU]

I bought a Mohawk USL-6000 lift http://www.mohawklifts.com/consumer/usl6000.php

now want to get transmission jack and oil drain to fit under it. but no rush...
one these days i'll get them

What did that bad boy set you back? Wondering if they are as much or more than a 2 post lift. How sturdy is the car when it's up in the air?

 

[BadBloodRacing]

Just picked up two from my wish list, a metal bandsaw and a 1 1/4 brad nailer. Picking up a bigger nailer next weekend. Typically when I see tools on sale I just go ahead and pick them up, provided I have the money too.

 

[jay50]

All I can say is that I'm damn lucky I don't have an S-O dealer living next door; cause if I did, I would've already been through lock smithing school.

But with a thought towards safely securing his loot, SO dealer would probably pen up his Doberman inside the truck to give you a friendly welcome.....

 

[katit]

1. Belt tensioning gauge
2. 3/8 Impact gun
3. FLF80
4. ??
5. ??

 

[rsanter]

TIG welder

bob

 

[wrenchr]

But with a thought towards safely securing his loot, SO dealer would probably pen up his Doberman inside the truck to give you a friendly welcome.....

Well the tools dealers here close to Detroit store the trucks in a warehouse. Even overnight. Merkava would have a mission impossible.

 

[kvom]

My list:

1) 220V Mig Welder
2) 20-ton shop Press
3) Heavy duty 1/2" impact to replace the NT one I have
4) AutoEnginuity scanner for Ford 7.3 diesel
5) Bearing Pullers

 

[Blacknwhitepit]

1. Plasma Cutter - Never got, still using my torches Thinking about a MILLER!

2. Cordless Milwaukee 28v Impact Gun - Got it for Christmas!!

3. Right angle impact wrench - Got it!

4. DOHC Cam lock (Lisle more than likely) - Had a bid in for $10 for one on EBAY and got sniped at the last second!!

5. Ethos (New Snap on Diagnostic tool) - Got a MODIS!


Next 5

1. Snap on MT2661 Timing gun.

2. Snap on Die Grinder (don't know whether I should get the mini or regular, angled or extended). I will probably buy whatever is cheapest on EBAY!

3. Snap on or Irwin 35 piece extractor set

4. Carbide Burr set

5. Full 4 piece set of Milwaukee 28V tools (Hammerdrill, sawzall etc...)


-BWP

Been almost 6 months... time to check.

1. I got the Timing gun

2. Got the die grinder.

3. Still have not got the Snap on extractor set, it seems like these have dried up on EBAY.

4. I keep getting outbid by a $1.00 or so on Snap on Carbide burr sets.

5. Just won the rest of the 28V set a couple nights ago on Ebay


Next 5

1. Snap on extractor set (I will be needing this soon)

2. Engine Hangar (Lisle)

3. Snap on differential tool A176

4. Blue point Swivel head Rivet gun

5. Borescope

-BWP

 

[mister_bin]

Need

1) Impact Swivels SAE and Metric Shallow and Deep

2) Snap On Torque Wrench Digital with Degrees

3) 3/8" Impact with over 300 Ft Lbs (Ingersoll or SO)

4) Matco Scraper Set

5) Covers for my IM6100, IM5100 and my 2135TiMax (Some one in my shop decided to play hockey with my impact wrenches.. Serves me right for forgetting to lock my box)

Wants like REALLLLY WANTS (Please Santa)

1) Snap ON Flex head ratchets 3/8" and 1/2"

2) Snap ON Long Ratchets (SHLF936) both the 1/2 and the 3/8

3) Parts Cleaner.. Dunno what size yet but i want one

4) A Second Snap On Screw Driver Set to match my current one

5) And This http://cgi.ebay.ca/Digital-Brake-Dr...ryZ43991QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Thats really It for now.. i know everytime i say ahh i have all the tools i need I end up kicking my self because 3 minutes later i find something i need so i'm gonna keep quite..

 

[speed bump]

I don't know what the next tools I am going to buy are as I haven't found the right deal yet although I will definetly pick up a 15mm and an 18mm impact socket as soon as I find the right one

Looking and thinking about these though
1.) SK Black Oxide metric wrench set
2.) Body work tools
3.) IR 213 just the basic gun as I don't use it nearly enough
4.) long hanllded flexible head 1/2" rachet
5.) bent handle 3/8" drive rachet.

 

[Bigger Hammer]

1) Hossfeld bender
2) IR 7.5 HP 2 stage 80gal compressor (or equivalent)
3) AC tig welder (Damn my xmt and the aluminum job I have to do)
4) Used 4' 12ga. finger brake
5) Used 4' Stomp shear

 

[Jiffycake]

1) Welder
2) Fair sized tool box
3) Miter saw
4) Router
5) Jigsaw blades, table saw blades, etc.
6) More room!

 

[AutoTech]

not really hand tools but next on my list is:

(1) GM Tech 2 scan tool
(2) Chrysler DRB 3 Scan tool
(3) Pico 4 channel scope

 

[Lightning]

1. Fluke multimeter
2. Makita Cordless drill
3. Compression tester kit
4. Torque comparater
5. Leak down tester
6. SAE ratcheting combination wrenches
7. Tap and die set

 

[Brookesy]

1. Engine crane

2. Torx bits

3. Bigger tool box

4. Tap & Die set

5. Lambda sensor socket

 

[Dr.JohnnyFever]

Top 5 and beyond.

1. 18" Adjustable Wrench
2. Mitutoyo or Brown & Sharpe 6" Caliper
3. Jack Stands
4. Oxy-Acetylene Welder
5. More Pliers
6. Fluke Multimeter
7. Digital Oscilloscope
8. Better Drill Press
9. Mig Welder
10. Bigger Air Compressor and Tank
11. Good IR Impact Wrench
12. Car Lift
13. Metal Lathe
14. Milling Machine