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Since the inception of this thread, I've taken a job at a local GM dealership as a Quick Service Tech as well as an Apprentice for two hours a day. I've purchased a 1/2" impact and a small set of impact sockets that have the most common lug nut sizes, a tire inflator with a gauge on it, a set of...

They don't care at all. As long as I'm getting the job done, my manager couldn't care less. They "provide" some tools, and I use that term extremely loosely. One of my coworkers has a Matco cart, another a Blue-Point, and they use the Craftsman tool cabs and top boxes because they can just wheel...

I actually, really, REALLY like those dogbone wrenches. I used them in one of my old jobs removing and installing boat docks. Saved a lot of time when you couldn't remember what size bolts were on that particular dock, and you have to park the truck about a quarter mile away...and make the walk...

I know! I'm probably going to end up giving them back nearly all of the money they give me; but, hey, it's for a good cause. Right? :)

Probably should have mentioned this originaly, but the reason I've chosen such a large assortment is because I have a MI Mechanic Trainee's License, which allows me to assist and work with a licensed tech. The managers goal for me is on my downtime to be helping the regular techs, and phase me...

I just got a new job at my local Sears in the Auto Service Center as the Express Tech/Lube Tech. Does anyone have any advice on tools or about the job in general? They "provide" tools, but it's a chaotic mess and quite frankly I think the job could be done faster and more efficiently with a...