speed bump
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hammers
a good DMM
Scan tools
half a brain
torch
welder
safety gear
a good DMM
Scan tools
half a brain
torch
welder
safety gear
Tools every mechanic needs
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mrpowderkeg
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dial indicator, and a caliper or micrometer it doesn't have to be expensive either, but I have seen some jobs that failed and broke because eyeballing clearances doesn't work.
rocketman
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A decent bench vice to hold sh*t.
Mapp gas torch for the eventual stuck nut/bolt.
DVOM for the electrical issue you will face.
Assortment of hammers to beat unwilling and unmovable parts into submission.
A piece of pipe that will fit over the end of your longest breaker bar cause eventually, it won't be long enough.
Good compressor for all the air tools you wish you could buy.
Lights, lots of em' so you can see what the hell you are doing!!
Mapp gas torch for the eventual stuck nut/bolt.
DVOM for the electrical issue you will face.
Assortment of hammers to beat unwilling and unmovable parts into submission.
A piece of pipe that will fit over the end of your longest breaker bar cause eventually, it won't be long enough.
Good compressor for all the air tools you wish you could buy.
Lights, lots of em' so you can see what the hell you are doing!!
And a work bench that won't move around. Good light and good shop ventilation. Nothing worse than working around a bunch of smoke, dust and noise in the dark.
bmxr4life87
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hand held propane torch for stubborn fastners (new bottle can be had for under $5 at walmart)
DVOM
Scan Tool (not code reader but actual scan tool)
Factory Manual for whatever your working on
Long Pliers
Long Pick Set
Hammer Assortment
Prybar Assortment
Wide assortment of chemicals such as brake clean, lube, grease etc
DVOM
Scan Tool (not code reader but actual scan tool)
Factory Manual for whatever your working on
Long Pliers
Long Pick Set
Hammer Assortment
Prybar Assortment
Wide assortment of chemicals such as brake clean, lube, grease etc
tatra
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often reffered to as the blue tipped wrench
surprised nobody mentioned a church key, in case a buddy stops by with non twistoffs, oh the horror
Mr.Nutcase
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So true... safety glasses are must.....
Mr.Nutcase
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so thats what the hole in the top of the radiator is for......You mean condoms.........
06wt
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a few different lenghs of 1'' chromoly tubing
I cant belive no 1 has mentioned this yet
I cant belive no 1 has mentioned this yet
J.A.F.E.
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Wood blocks. 2x4 and 4x4.
c39er
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mrpowderkeg
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I got pissed and bit the bullet, and purchased this last weekend.... I consider it an investment, and it's made in USA
SpiderGearsMan
Banned
a good pen
to cheat the flat rate manual
to cheat the flat rate manual
Canadian Charlie
Banned
Not really a tool but I'll say a radio to keep you calm during those fustrating evenings in the shop
Breaker bar
Impact Sockets
Torque wrench
Breaker bar
Impact Sockets
Torque wrench
kiall1987
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Monte are those automatic or the one you strike?
MAD
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You have to strike them (the black pin on top)
atikovi
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Sorry for the big pic. Mityvac pneumatic sucker. Makes brake fluid changes a breeze. No more squeezing a hand pump until your arm is sore on difficult bleeds. Just connect it and come back 5 minutes later. Also great for transmission fluid changes if the pan doesn't have a drain plug. ***** the ATF out of the pan before lowering so no spills or hot fluid down your arms. Best thing for bleeding Ford PS systems after replacing a rack. No more whines from air in the fluid.
I'd add a phone to call for back-up. Hell you can never own or know everything. But knowing someone to call in the clutch is priceless. Make sure the folks that help you out know that you apperciate it. It's free and always in good form. -Patrick
Fedwrench
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Two additions I thought of when reading the newer posts. First, the Mityvac pneumatic fluid extractor is the best thing since sliced bread. However, you want to be careful removing hot fluids such as oil, ATF, or coolant. I have seen more than one shatter. If you're going to remove hot fluids, I would recommend an all metal unit from John Dow or others.
Secondly, no one tech has seen everything and has all of the answers but, there is a place for professional techs where you can pick each others brains, search through thousands of real tough repairs and their fixes, and get more real world knowlege than you ever realized existed. That place is iatn.net it will run you $15 a month to become a sponsoring member but, you'll make far more money in the long run from being able to research tough problems. It's not for the DIY crowd. I recommend every tech especially those starting out, become a member.
Secondly, no one tech has seen everything and has all of the answers but, there is a place for professional techs where you can pick each others brains, search through thousands of real tough repairs and their fixes, and get more real world knowlege than you ever realized existed. That place is iatn.net it will run you $15 a month to become a sponsoring member but, you'll make far more money in the long run from being able to research tough problems. It's not for the DIY crowd. I recommend every tech especially those starting out, become a member.
lauver
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JAFE---Good call. I have a bunch of old 2x4 and 4x4 scraps that get used all the time. They are absolutely indespensable for garage work. Most folks don't think of them as tools, but I do.
cruiser808
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Access to OEM service manuals. In all my work, SST's and a fine supply of hard line tools others have identified is essential, but OEM manuals, either hard copy or online, are priceless.
Wouldn't an understanding of how what you're working works be the most important tool? Having a boat load of tools, electronics etc. won't do a thing for ya if you don't have an understanding how the thing is supposed to work. I'd say your mind is the most important tool
Where in the US can you buy this? Found the part number on the site but google can't find it for sale in the US