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Torq wrench, either 1/2", or 3/8", better yet both. Yes to the creeper.
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Oh I’m just supremely jealous. That is on my bucket list of garage tools!
For me.... a heat gun, heat shrink, wire strippers, voltage tester. All the other items have been said.
Shout out to the one that posted the LIFT. Thats the life... Show off!!!
Magnet base flashlight, cordless ratchet, cordless impacts, rolling creeper, silicone parts tray, liteband(or headlamp).
Beyond that, just the basic sets of sockets, screwdrivers, wrenches...
Beyond that, just the basic sets of sockets, screwdrivers, wrenches...
Yup, sure as hell beats the shit out of jack and stands!
Not sure how hot it gets in Denver, but a good shop fan!
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Now, where in VA are you....and do you share that lift?yes, I agree. it surely is the lift
(go Hokies)
yes, I agree. it surely is the liftA Two Post Lift!
I live in the Dumfries / Manassas area.Now, where in VA are you....and do you share that lift?
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Completely depends on what jobs you are going to do.
Oil and tire rotations only.
Small tool set ie wrenches, sockets, ratchets and screw drivers.
jack of some type floor or bottle
jack stands
oil filter tool or large channel locks
1/2 drive impact driver air/cordless or 1/2 breaker bar with socket
Air compressor mid size, no pancake compressors unless just to add air to tires
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my to cents on tool brand, buy mid level think (Dewalt, Milwaukee) if it has moving parts, for sockets wrenches harbor freight (Pittsburg)is fine for at home use and if it break who cares you can buy 3 for same price as mid level.
If getting in to more major stuff the sky is the limit
Oil and tire rotations only.
Small tool set ie wrenches, sockets, ratchets and screw drivers.
jack of some type floor or bottle
jack stands
oil filter tool or large channel locks
1/2 drive impact driver air/cordless or 1/2 breaker bar with socket
Air compressor mid size, no pancake compressors unless just to add air to tires
funnel
my to cents on tool brand, buy mid level think (Dewalt, Milwaukee) if it has moving parts, for sockets wrenches harbor freight (Pittsburg)is fine for at home use and if it break who cares you can buy 3 for same price as mid level.
If getting in to more major stuff the sky is the limit
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most importantly a factory trained Ford mastertech(me)
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Off the top of my head, and aside from the obvious screw drivers, hammers, mallets and socket sets (standard and metric in classic and impact, short and deep), compressor and air tools - these are things I can't imagine not having. All the big work stuff you can rent or borrow if you're lucky (suspension tools, etc.)
* Milwaukee driver with large multi-bit set, also step drill bits with the hex end to fit in the driver, as well as hex end to 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 drive adapters to fit in the driver (for sockets)
* Cobalt pilot point drill bits, tap and die set, rivet nut kit
* Zip ties, Gorilla tape, Electrical tape (roll and liquid) Hole punch, assorted knives, assorted clamps, wire hangers, cotter pin set, hitch pin set, roll pin set,
* Magnet trays for holding removed hardware, telescoping magnet reach - for finding the ones you drop, various portable magnet LED lights and an LED light bar that can rest on the ground or hang
* Assortment of pliers to include long needle nose and angled, cutters to include really good (sharp) side cutters and lineman's pliers, classic Vise grips small, medium and large, Vise grip adjustable wrench (trust me!)
* Small ratchet for hex bits, and 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 drive thumb ratchets
* Torque wrenches for in. lbs. and ft. lbs.
* Breaker bar, and a pipe that fits over the breaker bar, or a short and long breaker bar, lol
* Thread gauges (male, female as well as the plastic rule and metal fan types all have their place)
* Assorted trim and plastic fastener removing tools
* PB Blaster, Anti-seize, WD-40, brake clean, paint pen, silver Sharpie, box o' shop towels, HD nitrile gloves
* Big ass piece of cardboard to lay on, foam pad to kneel on, rolling chair to roll on
* Account on BoltDepot.com
* Beer and tunes
Basically if you're a weekend warrior - You can take a few hundred bucks to HF and get most of this, with money left over
, but don't cheap out on those cobalt drill bits!
* Milwaukee driver with large multi-bit set, also step drill bits with the hex end to fit in the driver, as well as hex end to 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 drive adapters to fit in the driver (for sockets)
* Cobalt pilot point drill bits, tap and die set, rivet nut kit
* Zip ties, Gorilla tape, Electrical tape (roll and liquid) Hole punch, assorted knives, assorted clamps, wire hangers, cotter pin set, hitch pin set, roll pin set,
* Magnet trays for holding removed hardware, telescoping magnet reach - for finding the ones you drop, various portable magnet LED lights and an LED light bar that can rest on the ground or hang
* Assortment of pliers to include long needle nose and angled, cutters to include really good (sharp) side cutters and lineman's pliers, classic Vise grips small, medium and large, Vise grip adjustable wrench (trust me!)
* Small ratchet for hex bits, and 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 drive thumb ratchets
* Torque wrenches for in. lbs. and ft. lbs.
* Breaker bar, and a pipe that fits over the breaker bar, or a short and long breaker bar, lol
* Thread gauges (male, female as well as the plastic rule and metal fan types all have their place)
* Assorted trim and plastic fastener removing tools
* PB Blaster, Anti-seize, WD-40, brake clean, paint pen, silver Sharpie, box o' shop towels, HD nitrile gloves
* Big ass piece of cardboard to lay on, foam pad to kneel on, rolling chair to roll on
* Account on BoltDepot.com
* Beer and tunes
Basically if you're a weekend warrior - You can take a few hundred bucks to HF and get most of this, with money left over
, but don't cheap out on those cobalt drill bits!
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One of the best tools in my toolbox is the Power Probe. Can use it to detect / resolve electrical issues including instantly supplying ground or 12v to something.
Other than that, I have a lift, but without a lift you want a quality floor jack and quality jack stands. Add a quality torque wrench and breaker bar as well.
Other than that, I have a lift, but without a lift you want a quality floor jack and quality jack stands. Add a quality torque wrench and breaker bar as well.
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Just one? I thought the rule was to have at least a replacement for the replacement, and a spare hidden in a super secret spot.
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A crap ton of light. Install lights on the ceilings and on the walls and have them run to switches so you can turn them all on or some on. Also get some good magnetic lights. Just makes everything easier. A good LED fixture is about the price of 4 gallons of gas - invest in them.
A nice radio. Not super loud, but one that has a few speakers around so it's just a relaxing area. A fridge goes a long way too.
Lastly - an obd computer. I have a nice one from Harbor freight that can do all kinds of tests and checks for al kinds of vehicles. For the Bronco get yourself a Forscan setup and learn how to use it before there is a panic.
The basics of battery powered tools, hand tools, and jacks have already wisely been pointed out.
A nice radio. Not super loud, but one that has a few speakers around so it's just a relaxing area. A fridge goes a long way too.
Lastly - an obd computer. I have a nice one from Harbor freight that can do all kinds of tests and checks for al kinds of vehicles. For the Bronco get yourself a Forscan setup and learn how to use it before there is a panic.
The basics of battery powered tools, hand tools, and jacks have already wisely been pointed out.
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