DIY Tools

So decided on this bundle since my other drill went down. Hopefully this will serve me for years.

 

that is almost exactly what my rails look like, except even the patches and weld beads are now rusted too lol

 

Which stake nut?

 

Here's a pretty cool DIY Allen key

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CeHYGyGF248/

 

this one (ignore the brass shavings )

 

I guess it is time for the eye Doctor I see no nut that might need staked in the picture.

 

Better picture, that was the best one i could find at the time and from my first poor install

 

You always need a strategy in mind before you start on rusty bolts. How are you going to proceed if you break something? Extracting broken bolts from the steering knuckle is a PITA (several forum members have been there, including me).

I have had MUCH better success with an impact over a breaker bar for freeing vs snapping bolts. Alternate between loosening and tightening to break the rust bond; heat with a torch, soak with penetrant, etc.

 

I like this -- sometimes it's better not to start than to get stuck without a ride because a bolt broke off in an inconvenient location

no joke, sometimes it's best to start doing this weeks or days beforehand with Deep Creep or PB Blaster

 

To the first point, I’ve learned this the hard way. I concoct plan a, b and c before beginning, and buy what could break in advance of starting. Still cheaper than paying a shop.

To the second point, any penetrant can work…liquid wrench is also pretty good. Hammer taps to jostle the rust a little, combined with wire brushing, can also help during this prep stage.

 

Oh yes......I have a 3 cans of penetrating oil and a angle grinder very low RPM with a soft brass brush ready to start on every bolt I see needs it just as suggested week or 2 in advance of the job. I appreciate all the advice and I am looking forward to cussing throwing wrenches etc as I spend my weekends getting everything in good working order. Bangin an Clangin therapy is good for the soul!

 

$18 OEMTOOLS 25969 Toyota 4-Pin Hub Locknut Socket, 1/2 Drive | Remove & Install Locknuts Without Damage | Designed for Extra Durability | Mechanic-Quality Locknut Socket

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N4989WC?ie=UTF8

I use this with a 1/2' impact or a long breaker bar.

 

I concur. They have served me well.

 

Well another good 20$ score on some used tools today so the tool collection is coming along well with the good advice on here. All the impact sockets are old snapons.....Wizard an an S K Wayne and even an old Bonney breaker bar an wrench found! Cant complain on this lot for 20$

 

Nice haul! Those Snap On sockets fetch good money on eBay, probably worth at least $20 each.

 

For real???? 20$ each???

 

Only the Snap-On fanboys perhaps.
Size matters….
11mm=$2
10mm=$2,000,000

 

All the black ones are Snap Ons and a couple of some company called Gray Canada and Proto. Wish I knew someone who wanted to buy these standards in this picture. OH and one Wright who Ive never heard if either

 

Take a look at some completed listings, you might be surprised. People spend serious money on Snap On stuff, and just vintage tools in general.

 

Also got this whole set of standard S-K Wayne and Bonney non impact sockets as well and some company called SRI-LANKA but again all standard an no metric ‍♂️