Appropriate Tool List

kZo · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 12:50:47 PM

I am looking for a list if tools that everyone uses to work on their vehicles. I'm going to start my collection.

I understand that this is a vague question, but if you would list the tool an what it's importance is it would be greatly appreciated.

Example: Craftsman Torque Wrench (some model) - what you use it for.

I think this thread could be used by many to see what the best tools are for a particular job.

Thanks!

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Appropriate Tool List - Basic Set (updated 12/15/10)
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Low Profile Jack
Jack Stands
Protected Lug Bolt Sleeve
3/4 hex set
Torque Wrench (15lbs - 150lbs)
Ratchet Wrenches
Socket Wrench & Attachments
Torx Socket Set (pref ones with holes)
Tamper Proof Hex Keys
Torque Bits
Sockets (8mm - 22mm)
Breaker Bar
Instant Bolt Remover

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Appropriate Tool List - Specialty Jobs
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Tool - Job
Budweiser - Self Explanatory
32mm / Dead Blow - Fan Clutch Removal
Protected Lug Bolt Sleeve - Lug Bolt Removal
17mm 1/2" drive socket - Wheel Studs / Oil Drain Plug / Tranny Drain Plug
22mm Hex Socket - Rear Differential drain/flll plug
7mm hex - Replacing Pads
Big C-Clap - compress brake caliper pistons
RTAB Tool - ??
Interior Trim Removal Tool - Removal of interior trim
O2 Sensor crows foot attachment
Peake Code Reader - Error Code Reader
Feeler Gauge - valve adjustments
Micrometer - valve adjustments
Valve Shims - valve adjustments
32mm Open End Wrench - valve adjustments

jjojo2004 · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:11:12 PM

You definitely need the tools to remove the fan clutch. This also allows you to replace the water pump too. A must have--I need these tools myself!! It's like a long pulley holder and a big 35MM? open end wrench. Haha

akashyap · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:15:08 PM

32mm / dead blow Fan clutch removal.

monochrom3 · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:21:22 PM

1) 7mm hex (doesn't usually come in a normal allen set) for replacing pads
2) protected lug bolt sleeve

bimmer777 · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:38:07 PM

This could potentially be a very useful thread. Would be great if some of the regular track guys could chime in.

christopherp · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:40:06 PM

For the normal DIY maintenance: low profile jack, 3/4 hex set, torque wrench that ranges from 15-150 lbs
The skys the limit as far as tools go for cars...

OP, did you go to Iowa? I'm starting my grad program(MBA) there in January.

mugenh22a4 · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 02:08:53 PM

Don't forget the Budweiser

kZo · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 04:04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by christopherp

For the normal DIY maintenance: low profile jack, 3/4 hex set, torque wrench that ranges from 15-150 lbs
The skys the limit as far as tools go for cars...

OP, did you go to Iowa? I'm starting my grad program(MBA) there in January.

No, unfortunately I did not go to Iowa. I was born and raised here in Iowa though. Huge Hawkeye fan and season ticket owner.

MBA huh? You driving all the way to Iowa City? What do you currently do?

m3freak86 · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 04:06:32 PM

Torque wrench, jack stands, low profile jack, mutiple hex bit set, ratchet wrenches, and a good socket wrench/attachments.

wilsel · Tue, Dec-14-2010, 04:11:32 PM

1. 17mm 1/2" drive socket for the wheel studs, oil drain bolt, and tranny drain/fill bolts.

2. A collection of Torx sockets (might as well get the ones with the hole in the center, or you will end up getting 2 sets)

3. 22mm Hex Socket (for the rear diff drain/fill plugs)

4. A big C-Clamp to compress the brake caliper pistons

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 12:50:47 PM	#1
kZo Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 66 In the garage: '06 FORD F-150 '02 BMW M3 Reputation: 0	Appropriate Tool List I am looking for a list if tools that everyone uses to work on their vehicles. I'm going to start my collection. I understand that this is a vague question, but if you would list the tool an what it's importance is it would be greatly appreciated. Example: Craftsman Torque Wrench (some model) - what you use it for. I think this thread could be used by many to see what the best tools are for a particular job. Thanks! -------------------------------------------------------------- Appropriate Tool List - Basic Set (updated 12/15/10) -------------------------------------------------------------- Low Profile Jack Jack Stands Protected Lug Bolt Sleeve 3/4 hex set Torque Wrench (15lbs - 150lbs) Ratchet Wrenches Socket Wrench & Attachments Torx Socket Set (pref ones with holes) Tamper Proof Hex Keys Torque Bits Sockets (8mm - 22mm) Breaker Bar Instant Bolt Remover -------------------------------------------------------------- Appropriate Tool List - Specialty Jobs -------------------------------------------------------------- Tool - Job Budweiser - Self Explanatory 32mm / Dead Blow - Fan Clutch Removal Protected Lug Bolt Sleeve - Lug Bolt Removal 17mm 1/2" drive socket - Wheel Studs / Oil Drain Plug / Tranny Drain Plug 22mm Hex Socket - Rear Differential drain/flll plug 7mm hex - Replacing Pads Big C-Clap - compress brake caliper pistons RTAB Tool - ?? Interior Trim Removal Tool - Removal of interior trim O2 Sensor crows foot attachment Peake Code Reader - Error Code Reader Feeler Gauge - valve adjustments Micrometer - valve adjustments Valve Shims - valve adjustments 32mm Open End Wrench - valve adjustments __________________ - kZo 2002 - BMW M3 2006 - Ford F150 King Ranch Last edited by kZo; Wed, Dec-15-2010 at 05:27:31 PM.

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:15:08 PM	#3
akashyap Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Age: 21 Posts: 660 Reputation: 0 Location: Austin	32mm / dead blow Fan clutch removal. __________________ CDV Delete, Auto Solutions 30%, Koni Yellows, Vogtland Springs, TopSpeed Exhaust

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:21:22 PM	#4
monochrom3 P-Car Noob Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 5,119 In the garage: '10 PORSCHE GT3 '96 BMW ///M3 '07 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Reputation: 0 Location: Austin	1) 7mm hex (doesn't usually come in a normal allen set) for replacing pads 2) protected lug bolt sleeve __________________ 997.2 GT3: Carrara White, no mods necessary MKV GTI: Black Magic Pearl, 4-Door, DSG, APR Stage 1, Omanyt (R32) wheels, Wolfsburg front end (daily driver) e36 M3: TechnoViolet, gutted, AutoPower rollbar, CF sunroof delete, BW door panels (track toy) e46 M3: TiAg, ESS VT450, Dinan 3.91's, Euro headers/cats, SS x-pipe, SS race muffler; GC coilovers & swaybar; Stoptech ST60/40; OEM CSL bootlid, Dinan 19's (sold)

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:38:07 PM	#5
bimmer777 I drive an AWD Turdbro Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 2,233 Reputation: 0 Location: NYC	This could potentially be a very useful thread. Would be great if some of the regular track guys could chime in. __________________ "Good drivers have dead flies on the side windows" - Walter Röhrl

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:40:06 PM	#6
christopherp Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 807 In the garage: '05 BMW M3 Reputation: 0 Location: Rock Island	For the normal DIY maintenance: low profile jack, 3/4 hex set, torque wrench that ranges from 15-150 lbs The skys the limit as far as tools go for cars... OP, did you go to Iowa? I'm starting my grad program(MBA) there in January. __________________ 2005 AW/Cinn 6sp, Vert, oem ZCPs 2001 Mustang Cobra (sold)

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 01:11:12 PM	#2
jjojo2004 GR68JOJO Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 677 Reputation: 0 Location: Jacksonville	You definitely need the tools to remove the fan clutch. This also allows you to replace the water pump too. A must have--I need these tools myself!! It's like a long pulley holder and a big 35MM? open end wrench. Haha

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 02:08:53 PM	#7
mugenh22a4 เป็นคนจีน Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 7,404 Reputation: 0 Location: Seattle	Don't forget the Budweiser __________________ 2008 ISF, Smokey Granite Mica on Black

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 04:06:32 PM	#9
m3freak86 JERSEY STRONG Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 16,140 In the garage: '04 BMW M3 Reputation: 0	Torque wrench, jack stands, low profile jack, mutiple hex bit set, ratchet wrenches, and a good socket wrench/attachments. __________________ 2004 Carbon Black ///M3 (Sold) Mods and Specs My Exhaust Obsession My Journal 2013 SWP Subaru WRX Hatch WRX Journal

Tue, Dec-14-2010, 04:11:32 PM	#10
wilsel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,272 Reputation: 0 Location: Fort Collins, CO.	1. 17mm 1/2" drive socket for the wheel studs, oil drain bolt, and tranny drain/fill bolts. 2. A collection of Torx sockets (might as well get the ones with the hole in the center, or you will end up getting 2 sets) 3. 22mm Hex Socket (for the rear diff drain/fill plugs) 4. A big C-Clamp to compress the brake caliper pistons __________________

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