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Old 10-17-2009, 09:40 AM   #1
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I just picked up a pair of mechanic's gloves after resisiting for years. How stupid I've been - my hands are spotless (no dirt, no blood, no dangling skin) after swapping out my wheels for next weekend's AX. This new-found treasure got me thinking about the tools I've accumulated over the years - and especially those that make life so dang much easier.

My faves:
  • Compressor and impact wrench - 4-wheel swaps take 20 minutes!
  • Extendable magnetic tool/part retriever
  • LED headlight - looks stupid, but it's really nice to be able to see...
  • 12-pound long-handle sledge hammer - there are few things I love better than wrecking stuff
  • RotoZip spiral saw with angle grinder attachment
  • A _GOOD_ socket set. It's amazing how much better life is after you pitch the crappy set and get a decent one.
  • JB Stick - if you can't fix it with epoxy putty, it is not worth saving!

Post up a few of your faves!

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Old 10-17-2009, 11:57 AM   #2
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I like torque wrenches, and have a few. I tend to over-tighten things so if I can find a torque specification I break out a torque wrench.

My next favorite is the specialty tool I needed most recently to change my alternator pulley. I'll probably never need it again but find it clever.


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Old 10-17-2009, 04:29 PM   #3
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For the car: Good set of english / Metric sockets and a floor jack
For the house: Good hammer, utility knife and a set of wood chisles
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Old 10-17-2009, 05:19 PM   #4
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Just added recently to my collection the Motive Products pressure bleeder, and a Torin 'Big Red' floor jack. It's very low, all aluminum, and lifts low cars fast. I also really like my cordless impact wrenches.
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Old 10-17-2009, 05:44 PM   #5
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this thing has made my life so much easier - I'm no longer fumbling to balance a flashlight in just the right spot....it was only 12bucks

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Old 10-17-2009, 07:46 PM   #6
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Old 10-17-2009, 08:29 PM   #7
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i was always a fan of the dewalt 18v impact portable and packs a great punch
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Old 10-18-2009, 11:29 AM   #8
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I agree, mechanix (or equivalent) gloves are great for changing tires and such. For more involved and dirty automotive work, I use latex gloves. It can make some operations more difficult, but when you've finished a really filthy job, and you can strip off the gloves and throw them away and your hands are clean, it's worth it. I buy 3 or 4 boxes at a time at harbor freight (~$4 per box).

Other favorite tool: Set of Gearwrench wrenches. I don't use them that often, but sometimes they come in Really handy. Just saw them on sale at Sears for $30 (for 8). Reg price is around $60 to $70.

Another favorite tool, although not used much for automotive work, is a GOOD cordless screwdriver. Milwaukee makes the best ones I've used.
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Old 10-18-2009, 03:38 PM   #9
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Old 10-18-2009, 11:03 PM   #10
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A two post hoist.

Once you have one, and never have to lie down under a car ever again, you wonder why didnt you do this earlier.
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Old 10-19-2009, 04:11 AM   #11
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A two post hoist.

Once you have one, and never have to lie down under a car ever again, you wonder why didn't you do this earlier.
I've got some nice tools but a lift would be the best. Wish I had one of those ;-)

I think my favorite tool to use is my pneumatic grease gun.
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Old 10-19-2009, 05:49 AM   #12
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Six pack of Sam Adams Octoberfest.

I always wind up with extra bolts.. JK
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Old 10-19-2009, 01:01 PM   #14
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Can't really say I have one particular favorite but:

Motive Power Bleeder. What a life saver (and $$$ too).

Rhino Ramps.

A good socket set and an accurate torque wrench

oh.. and a cheapo ($10 iirc) micrometer from either Harbor Freight or Cummins Tools for measuring the rotor thickness

Spaten Octoberfest thank you

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Now how can I convince wifey that I need that lift? hmmmmm
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Old 10-19-2009, 01:27 PM   #15
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Old 10-19-2009, 02:37 PM   #16
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Old 10-19-2009, 04:24 PM   #17
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I always wind up with extra bolts.. JK
I got the same set!! A screw drive will double as a bottle opener.
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Old 10-19-2009, 04:47 PM   #18
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+1 on the rhino ramps.
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Old 10-19-2009, 08:21 PM   #19
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UView Airlift Vacuum Tool for refilling coolant.

Only about $100 on Amazon.com.

If you want the SAME tool with the Porsche sticker on it, you can pick it up at the dealer...for $500.

This is far and away one of the best tools I have ever run across:

Excellent, no expense spared quality, and a tremendous time saver!

It just does a stupendous job of giving you total control over refilling the Porsche cooling system and does so with zero air pockets.

Regards, Maurice.
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Old 10-20-2009, 08:59 PM   #20
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My favorite Boxster related tool is:

Then there's the Bentley Manual, and a huge number of other great websites.

And since I love electrical stuff these:


Honestly, there are too many great tools! Like this.

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