Help me make a "tool checklist".

[TimDaToolMan]

I'm wanting to make a tool checklist. Primarily tools for working on cars. I want to have this with me at flea markets and such, so I can find stuff easier.

So far I have in my checklist.

1/4 Drive Socket Set.
3/8 Drive Socket Set.
1/2 Drive Socket Set.

1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 Ratchets

Extensions, Swivel Sockets, etc.

Wrench Set Metric and Standard.

Ball-Peen Hammer.

Torque Wrench.

Wire Strippers.

Pliers (various sizes and kinds).

Wire Cutter.

Propane Torch.

Help me think of more.

 

[1941Willyscoupe]

Rubber Mallet, Jack, Jack Stands, Flashlights, Droplights, Gasket Scrapers, Crimpers, battery brush....a lot of other specialty tools such as piston ring pliers, pulley tools, etc etc.

 

[MJB24]

Creeper, power tools, air compressor, air tools

 

[ianguilly]

Car lift, parts washer, alignment rack...little stuff.

 

[kunkernator]

Google; "tech school tool checklist", you will find a very full list of tools that is required for tech students.

 

[TimDaToolMan]

Google; "tech school tool checklist", you will find a very full list of tools that is required for tech students.

Thanks!

 

[toolstools]

Oil filter wrenches/sockets, line wrenches, multimeter, breaker bars in all sizes, Axle sockets, cash, bigger tool box.

 

[Armstrong1720]

Cresent wrenches. Do you have breaker bars ? Light tester ?

 

[rusty65]

Retreading or thread repair tools are also a big must and craftsman sells a good USA set for around 40.

 

[d.mcfarland]

Punches and chisels? Wobble extensions?

 

[toolstools]

Id also suggest posting a wanted thread here. Save money and help someone out here. Unless money is abundance or the need is right now. Just my opinion.

 

[rick carpenter]

I wouldn't buy used multimeters, torque wrenches, and wire strippers. I'd say all other suggestions worthy of looking at.

 

[sberry]

Copy the Sears 309 piece set. ha

 

[metaleltr]

http://www.denlorstools.com/home/dt1/page_13030/recommended_automotive_tool_list_for_new_techs.html

 

[greasemonkey44]

haha no one mentioned it yet
i would be lost without prybars
for testing mounts; moving engines, pushing wrenches,
give me a lever large enough and ill move the world

 

[wannab20hatch]

Torx and hex bits/sockets, BFH, clip/trim tools

 

[basspro]

Look into a basic set of flex head ratchet wrenches. Good drill bits and a drill of some sort. Flashlight, headlamp, worklight. Pry bars, a couple cans of PB blaster, multimeter, compression tester, timing light, hose clamp pliers, punches/chisels, dial caliper, breaker bars, pocket ref book.

Also, hook and pick set, several vice-grips, flare nut wrenches, good bluepoint pencil magnet, telescoping magnet, telescoping mirror, magnetic parts tray, snap ring pliers, retaining ring pliers, various c clamps, pipe wrenches, chain wrench.

 

[Cobbzor]

Pin punches, gasket scrapers, snap ring pliers, bearing puller....

 

[CWP1616L]

There's no screwdrivers on that list that I can see...

 

[devilsnight]

multimeter, timing light, spring compressor, air compressor/impact wrench, list goes on. I've been in the buisness for a long while, my advice:: Don't buy tools you don't need. When I borrow a tool from someone I make a note of it and buy my own. For a diy mechanic, If you need it buy it... Don't waste all your money on this and that, when its just going to look nice in your box at the end of the day. Buy as you need

 

[Ad13]

Safety glasses.

 

[MPOWERD]

Haven't seen the following tools listed yet...

Allan wrenches, Spark Plug sockets, oil filter wrenches, engine code reader, Good flashlight, also adjustable plug in lights, spark plug gapping tools, feeler gauge, etc...

 

[chrisziem]

Hex and torx sockets

 

[theknurl]

common sense.......


that might be tough though

 

[jetmech09]

inspection mirror, magnet, mechanics fingers. picks. flashlight.