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Discussion in 'Garage / Workshop' started by slmgt, Apr 21, 2011.

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  1. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:11 PM
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    slmgt

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    What are the most important tools to have around when working on a Tacoma?

    I have basically no tools or experience with cars let alone trucks and am looking for guidance on what tools I absolutely need. For example...

    If renting/borrowing from a shop is a better idea for some tools, that knowledge would be helpful too!
     
    slmgt, Apr 21, 2011
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  2. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:23 PM
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    luk8272

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    luk8272 Poodoo

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    General service tools are the most important. Get you a good tool set, ratchet, sockets and wrenches. Couple of various pairs of pliars. Not to forget a lug wrench. The best way to keep from having to use those tools is good maintance practice. Check the air, oil, Power steering, and radiator fluid.
     
    luk8272, Apr 21, 2011
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  3. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:26 PM
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    Hitch and wiring, aux back-up light, rear strobe lights, radio and underseat sub.
    A set of metric wrenches and sockets. 10mm-19mm and a 24mm for the lug nuts.
    A set of metric allan keys. This style of oil filter wrench= OF636(measure your filter, I don't remember the size): http://matcotools.com/Catalog/toolcatalog.jsp?cattype=T&cat=2125&select=&page=4#
    Floor jack, jack stands, oil drain pan, oil dry, rags.

    Get good tools once, or buy cheap tools many times... Craftsman or better.
     
    skytower, Apr 21, 2011
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  4. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:29 PM
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    a hammer

    -Jeremy Clarkson
     
    Nonfatwater7, Apr 21, 2011
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  5. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:29 PM
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    HondaGM

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  6. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:30 PM
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    A BMFH to be exact
     
    luk8272, Apr 21, 2011
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  7. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:31 PM
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    The most important thing to have around when I work on my truck is.........Beer!!! Otherwise I don't feel like working on an engine. Oh wait I have a Toyota I just drink and stare. :)
     
    Rainman998, Apr 21, 2011
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  8. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM
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  9. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:34 PM
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    Buy a good set of sockets/ratchets. Minimum quality would be Craftsman or Stanley.

    Get a set of torx bit sockets.

    Get a good set of channel lock pliers, and a regular set of pliers (wire cutters, linesman pliers, needlenose, etc) Get a set of wire strippers/crimpers.

    A good set of vice grips will come in handy in a lot of situations, but not always needed.

    Get a good set of wrenches. Combo box/open ended is great.

    Get a good set of screwdrivers. And there is a huge difference in quality. Dont buy that 27 piece kit for $9.99.


    Those should cover most anything you will do with almost any vehicle you own, as well as a huge amount of general purpose stuff for the rest of your life.

    Most of the rest can be bought as needed.
     
    mattg43, Apr 21, 2011
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  10. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:42 PM
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    zip ties and duct tape is all u need
     
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  11. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:44 PM
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    my electric impact, it just makes shit so much quicker
     
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  12. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:45 PM
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    Gear wrenches. I love those things!
     
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  13. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:48 PM
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    A few bolts are different.
    Dremel tool.
     
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  14. Apr 21, 2011 at 12:59 PM
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  15. Apr 21, 2011 at 2:27 PM
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  16. Apr 21, 2011 at 2:33 PM
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    :popcorn: sounds like this is gonna be a good one
     
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  17. Apr 21, 2011 at 2:36 PM
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  18. Apr 21, 2011 at 2:45 PM
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    sorry but had to do that quote
     
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  19. Apr 21, 2011 at 2:46 PM
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  20. Apr 21, 2011 at 3:18 PM
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    So have all the necessary tools been covered? It looks like a solid list with some less necessary recommendations.
     
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