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u/mrtravis2772 · 4 pointsr/plastidip

From what I've heard, you don't actually need to take your wheels off to dip. If you don't know what tools you'll need to do it, then you probably should go this route.

However if you still want to get some good tools to learn how to work on your car, here's what you'll need:

Floor jack this is the Harbor Freight one. It can be found in stores for as low as $70 depending on coupons. It's actually a pretty decent jack. Its very low and it lifts well. It's pretty good quality too, just very heavy. If you're not in the states/near a HF, do some research on a decent one as you don't want to drop your car on anyone/anything.

Jack stands you'll need four if you want to take all your wheels off at once. I don't have these stands and I don't know anything about them so do your research on some good ones (they don't have to be very expensive) and make sure to get some that will support your vehicles weight. Remember, be safe.

Breaker bar this will help you get the leverage you need to break your lug nuts loose. It's a very smart idea to properly torque your lug nuts back down when you put your wheels back on so they don't fall off or you don't snap a stud. Here's a combo kit with a torque wrench and that same breaker bar I have a few Tekton brand tools and I'm very pleased with them. They are a fantastic budget option that isn't junk. I would definitely buy from them again (and I'm a bit of a tool snob)

Lug nut sockets this is a generic kit that I have no experience with. You'll need a socket to fit on your breaker bar and torque wrench. This is a set with multiple sizes, you only need one size for your car so if you want to save some money, figure out what size your lug nuts are and just get one socket. The ones in this kit and some you'll find elsewhere are coated in a plastic sleeve to prevent scratching on your wheels.

Gloves Gloves aren't necessary but some people like them to keep from getting their hands super dirty. You can get as cheap or as expensive as you like with gloves. These seem to be popular. If you do go to HF to buy a floor jack, I like their heavy duty black nitrile gloves. They're disposable and very strong.

This should be all you need to get started with changing tires and whatnot. I'm on mobile so sorry for the inevitable typo. Good luck with your wheels and don't forget to post pictures on the finished product. I'll link some more tools below this if you'd like to build of a kit to do basic maintenance like changing your oil, etc...

Socket set This is a very good place to start with sockets. I linked a 1/4 drive and 3/8 combo set. The smaller 1/4 inch drive sockets are great for small places and will be fine for a lot of your car. The 3/8 inch drive set is good for larger fasteners or things that are a bit tighter. If you were only going to get one, I'd get the 3/8 drive. Alternatively if you want something a little bit better, GearWrench makes very good sockets and ratchets for a good price as well (more than Tekton but way less than "professional" tool truck brands)

Oil drain pan Doing an oil change is a great way to do maintenance on your car and get started before you do bigger things. You'll need to drain the old oil somewhere so a pan like this is perfect. You don't need anything too fancy. I think I got mine from my local auto parts store for ~$10.

Screwdrivers There's a million different options for these. My personal favorites are the Wera Kraftform screwdrivers they are super comfortable and they have a special non slip tip that is amazing. I don't want to use any other screwdriver ever after this. (They're on sale now too!! They're usually about ~$10 more than this. I almost want to get an other set just because)

Pliers These are great pliers at a good price. Keep them clean and they should last a long time. I'm very happy with mine.

I can't think of much more right now. You'll know when you need something else. This also depends on what kind of car you have. Jeeps for example, use a lot of torx fasteners so you'd need torx sockets for a lot of stuff. Just make sure you watch a lot of videos on how to do things and make sure you're comfortable doing whatever it is you're doing. The last thing you want to do is damage you or your car.

u/The_Canadian · 1 pointr/Lexus

There are a few videos of this, but I'll summarize the steps:

  1. Park on flat ground with the parking brake on

  2. Put shifter in Neutral

  3. Remove the piece that goes around the shifter. The joint for it is visible near where your leg would be. Grab both sides and pull up. Disconnect the wires attached to it and set it aside.

  4. Remove climate control module. There are 5 double sided metal clips - 2 on the bottom and 3 on top. Push the unit toward you, the clips will pop out. This took a surprising amount of force, so don't be too alarmed.

  5. Remove radio. There are 4 10 mm bolts - 2 on the bottom facing you and 2 more at a 45 degree angle. The easiest way to reach these is with a 10 mm socket (preferably the deep type) and a driver handle like this If you use a standard ratchet, then you'll need a 6" extender. I found the handle and the socket alone to be an easier way to go because of the space.

  6. Plug AUX jack into the empty slot on the radio. Test it now to make sure it all works. The one I linked will use an input called "CD 1". If you press the "CD" button, this will be the default input if you have a device plugged into the jack.

  7. Reverse process for radio and climate control module removal. The converter "brick" can be placed inside the area below the shifter and taped in place. There's a flat area to put it. I used foil tape (actual duct tape) because it's strong. Adhesive Velcro would also work.

  8. Route the cable as needed. I passed it through the gap between the pop-out 12V (lighter) plug and the climate control module. If you do that, you will not be able to close that. However, I charge my phone from there, so it's a non-issue.

  9. Replace the panel around the shifter and put the vehicle in park or another preferred gear.


    This is a pretty easy thing to do. I'm not a car guy (I'm learning) and I was able to do it. The tools required are pretty minimal. I would suggest a headlamp so you can see easily in there.

    Here's what mine looked like before I took the radio out to plug the cable in. The phone holder I have fits in the CD slot. I also use a USB plug with a 6" cable to charge my phone and that woks well. If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask. The time it takes to install this is so worth it.

    This is a video of what you need to do. I didn't use this exact kit (the one I linked previously was cheaper).
u/Ordinate1 · 13 pointsr/Tools

Craftsman is junk; Husky is decent; Snap On is overpriced.

I re-tooled last summer from my old Williams set. Here's what I wound up with:

-Snap On GF80: 3/8" drive ratchet, got it off ebay for $50. I probably wouldn't buy again, but it is very nice.

-Pittsburgh Pro extendable 1/2" drive and flex-head 1/4" ratchets: Less than $20 each, and they are 90% as good as the Snap On. I would probably buy the 3/8" instead of the Snap On, if I had to do it over again.

-Pittsburgh Pro 1/2" drive impact sockets: These boys have taken some abuse at this point, and other than the etching having been stripped off of a couple (see abuse above), they are still in great shape. $25 for shallow, $32 for deep, Metric or SAE.

-GearWrench 3/8" drive impact sockets: $60 for a pretty complete (8mm-19mm + 21mm, 5/16"-3/4") set, and they are very thin-walled so you don't really need chrome.

-Pittsburgh Pro 3/8" chrome (shallow only): $9/set for 12-point sockets, which is the only reason I got them.

-Pittsburgh Pro 1/4" chrome sockets, shallow and deep: Overpriced, really, but I got the color-coordinated ones which are pretty cool. I might go for a cheaper set if I had to do it again. $8-9/set.

-GearWrench Long Pattern Wrench Set: I got the 22-piece Metric set (6mm-32mm with some skips) for $97; I haven't bothered to get the SAE set, I just have a handful of Pittsburgh SAE wrenches on a wrench ring.

And a big rally box to put it all in. I bet you could get all of it for under $500 if you use coupons at Harbor Freight and shop around for the GearWrench stuff.

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I also got a DeWalt cased set to keep in my trunk:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-1-4-in-x-3-8-in-Drive-Polished-Chrome-Mechanics-Tool-Set-200-Piece-DWMT75000/206510555

But I had to add some wrenches (it has 10mm, 11mm, 13mm and 14mm; wtf?!) to my trunk bag to make it "complete," and even then it has some oddness to it (3/8" drive starts at 14mm, so you'd better not have any really tight 12mm bolts...) so it might not be what you are looking for, but they make a few different sets.

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Other things I considered:

https://www.amazon.com/Williams-50614-2-Inch-Socket-146-Piece/dp/B00HR1Q5F4

$320 for a complete Williams socket set, but the wrenches are about the same...

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This might be the "bang for the buck" winner, simply for the completeness of the socket sets:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYZ2IJ5

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MDO6L90

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OZJN3PQ

$270 ($180 for 1/2", $88 for 1/4" and 3/8") for a staggeringly complete set (10mm-32mm in 1/2" drive, shallow and deep, with no skips!) and then $42/set for the wrenches, 8mm-22mm.

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https://www.amazon.com/KD-Tools-KDT-80942-239-Piece/dp/B00OL2XFLO

GearWrench socket, wrench and allen key set, $210 for a whole bunch of tools, although they aren't the high-tooth-count ratchets.

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https://www.harborfreight.com/hand-tools/hand-tool-sets/301-pc-mechanics-tool-set-63464.html

Then there's this thing. It is actually quite well reviewed, and surprisingly complete on the socket side, if a little short on wrenches. It's usually on sale for $160.

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0056E11QW

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BT0AYG0

...and then there's the dream: If I could get away with having this stripped-down of a set... $600 for a very nice, but fairly bare-bones set. No deep-well, no 3/8" drive at all (hello, super-tight 12mm bolts!), and only great big long extensions... if you never need to get into really tight spaces, maybe. The 3/8" drive set is another $260 on top of this, and still doesn't have short extensions or deep-well sockets.

u/pnapod · 0 pointsr/Tools

I don't like harbor freight because they skip sizes and they don't have a complete set that I have found of metric and standard and shallow and deep well.

You didn't say what drive size you're wanting, but if it's 3/8” then I would recommend this gear wrench set off Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UM688Z6/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_FqJaBbDMPHTZS

I bought it a month ago for $90 and it's on sale now for $65. It is a great set. Includes a nice case and both standard and metric deep/shallow. As well as a couple extensions and a universal joint. Also, one thing I like is the size is stamped on there in an easy to read label.

u/kowalski71 · 3 pointsr/cars

I know tools so here we go. Focusing on the extras, luxuries, and conveniences. If I don't specifically note a manufacturer/model I probably just grabbed the first Amazon link to make it clear what I'm talking about.

  • 12v impact gun/electric ratchet. These are an awesome luxury for working on cars, much time spent turning ratchets will be saved. Also useful around the house for driving sheetrock screws. I like the Bosch PS41 for bang for the buck and Milwaukee M12 for the full 12v set (they have a ratchet, Bosch doesn't).
  • Fucking magnet trays, how do they work?!
  • Amazeballs stocking stuffers: finger bit adapters.
  • Timing light
  • Torque wrench
  • Dremel. I have the cordless one because every Dremel I've ever broke has failed at the brushes and it has a BLDC but that's actually been a really useful feature for working on cars. Grab and go.
  • 4.5" grinder. Pick your favorite color but you usually can't go wrong with yellow or red.
  • Wobble extensions
  • Hex and/or Torx bit set
  • TS8000 MAP gas torch and bottle. I should've put this higher cause this is crazy useful and everyone needs one.
  • Decent wire strippers
  • Multimeter/DMM. There are various guides out there but I think there's an Extech that's a commonly recommended entry level DMM.
  • If they're into old shit aka carburetors grab an ultrasonic cleaner.
  • Flex head ratchet in your favorite size.
  • Snap ring pliers
u/tfof · 1 pointr/Audi

Get a socket and wrench set What I got

Get torx bits What I got

I got the Haynes Audi A4 book but everyone suggests the Bentley manual, I don't know which is better, I just know that the Haynes helps a bit and is ~100USD less expensive

Jack and Jack stands

35mm or 36mm socket for the oil filter. WIG

That ought to get you through a good chunk of work. Cost me ~200USD for that. Although I did get other things for the car like;

Triple square bits What I got

1/2in breaker bar

Sockets for the 1/2in breaker bar

Security bit set What I got ,Used it to replace a few sensors

Yeah, that's it. The extras ran me ~90usd more

u/nilsh32 · 2 pointsr/saab

Here is a good way to search for things like that and here is a good tutorial for the PCV update. It's crank case ventilation... it's nothing complicated, but you want to make sure you have the most current version (#6) to avoid sludge.

I do a good amount of things myself and I don't have a garage either. I live in Seattle in an apartment complex, I just park in a nearby lot and do it there, keep what tools I have in the trunk. You can do a lot with a ratchet set and some torx bits, essential things to have if you own a saab. (or just to have in general). O2 sensors are easy. It's literally just a plug that screws into the exhaust pipe, the pipes have threaded holes for the O2 sensor to plug into. The hardest part of this is sometimes it's on there pretty good and you might have to use some PB blaster beforehand to loosen it up, and use some muscle. You need an O2 sensor socket for your ratchet. Worst thing that happens driving with a bad O2 sensor is slightly worse gas mileage and a check engine light, so no rush. Depending on which O2 sensor is bad you might need to jack up the car to get to it, make sure you are safe about this if you do. The O2 sensor literally then just plugs into a spot in the engine bay and you're good to go.

Without a garage yeah it's pretty hard to do major things but stuff like O2 sensors you save hundreds doing it yourself and it's very straightforward. I'm no mechanic but nobody taught me anything about cars either, I have learned a lot over the years by using the internet, doing research, etc. The people on saabcentral.com forums are very helpful, and lots of old posts for common problems to help you out with.

u/lFrylock · 2 pointsr/Tools

Super rare to find a 3/8” drive socket above 19mm generally speaking.

Tekton, Capri tools, Gearwrench, all good candidates as far as I can tell.

My Mac guy sold me some “EXPERT” china branded impact sockets on a buy the deeps and get the shallows free. Cost me C$70 for each the standard and metric sets, and they’re pretty nice sockets for the price.

I’d say get a solid general socket set.

TEKTON 4888 3/8-Inch and 1/2-Inch Drive Impact Socket Set, Inch/Metric, Cr-V, 6-Point, 3/8-Inch - 1-1/4-Inch, 8 mm - 32 mm, 38-Piece https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000JM93YS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LLOQBb6QVQKCX

This looks decent for the price


My first set of impact sockets was something general like this that had a little bit of everything, and I think it was on a big sale for C$110 or so, which is a steal.

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/maximum-150-piece-impact-socket-set-0580318p.html#srp

Hopefully some of this helps!

u/LJ-Rubicon · 2 pointsr/Jeep

What to buy in order

Absolute first thing to buy is a fire extinguisher from Amazon. You can get a mount for it, mount it somewhere you can quickly get it

2) winch

3) air compressor.

This is what I suggest

Smittybilt 2781 5.65 CFM Universal Air Compressor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004K25GMG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NF0ADbPPPVFC2

I'm not a smittybilt kinda guy, but that one is good. ARB makes a good one for more money. When you offroad, air down to 15psi

4) tools

Buy this first

TEKTON 3/8-Inch Drive 6-Point Socket & Ratchet Set, Inch/Metric, 5/16-Inch - 3/4-Inch, 8 mm - 19 mm, 47-Piece (Case) | SKT15301 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P6RJXJ9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3K0ADbPSAB4NG

That'll get most of your minor stuff fixed

Then, get a torx bit set. I have 2 sets from harbor freight.

Then, when budget allows, get this

TEKTON 1/2-Inch Drive 6-Point Socket & Ratchet Set, Inch/Metric, 3/8-Inch - 1-5/16-Inch, 10 mm - 32 mm, 84-Piece (Case) | SKT25302 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P7WLYFH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ML0ADb04NMYX3

Get a 36mm socket for the axle nut

All that, plus various other hand tools (torque wrench, repair manual, rtv adhesive) , and you'll be able to fix everything on your jeep. I keep all that stuff in my metal box in the rear of my wrangler at all times.

5) get some ammo cans and fill them with various spare parts such as U-joints or what not

6) bottle jack or high lift. I prefer a bottle jack

Torin Big Red Hydraulic Bottle Jack, 6 Ton Capacity https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CO86EG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TO0ADb8MSFCNM

And carry at least 2 jack stands with you at all times

7) if you don't have lockers, this is the part where you start saving up for lockers (and/or Dana 60 axles)

Edit : just seen you have a Rubicon, you can skip number 7 😎

u/Dimmed_skyline · 7 pointsr/Tools

I have the Tekton 84 piece 1/2 socket set and so far has not let me down. The fit and finish is certainly better then my cheaper craftsman sockets and I hear the warranty is pretty good. You won't find 1/2 sockets bigger then 32mm without stepping up to 3/4 sockets. Not that you'll need them since you only see that in agricultural machinery and factory/plants.

u/Seismech · 5 pointsr/Tools

> ... the best ratchet set for under $70 ... but just the standard sizes

This $67 Tekton set would be a good choice. It includes the most commonly encountered sizes in both shallow and deep sockets:

  • SAE sizes: 5/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16 & 3/4 inch
  • Metric sizes: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 & 19 mm

    90 tooth ratchet and a full lifetime warranty

    It doesn't include all of the sockets in their more expensive $125 set

  • SAE sizes: 1/4, 9/32, 5/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 13/16, 7/8, 15/16 & 1 inch
  • Metric sizes: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 & 24 mm

    But you won't find a set with that range of sizes in your less than $70 price range; barring a very lucky find at a yard sale/e-bay/Facebook Market place.
u/Choco617 · 2 pointsr/MechanicalKeyboards

quartz64 above has good advice. Also, I found that I felt more confident I was being careful by using a keycap puller - just be aware some of the larger keys won't be two-piece, that threw me off. Also, you not only need a 5.5mm (or 7/32") driver to open the case, but it needs to be deep socket to reach. If you already have a handle, this one worked perfectly for me.

u/Steve2762 · 1 pointr/mechanics

TEKTON 3/8 Inch Drive 6-Point Socket & Ratchet Set, 74-Piece (1/4-1 inch, 6-24 mm) | SKT15311 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TBH736Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Hr4vDbRFEDNAG

This is the one I was looking at. The other options are there as well. The 3/8 in drive 74 piece set has a breaker bar, so it looks like a great set with the torque I might need, while also having good range (down to 6mm, up to 24mm) while the 1/2 inch drive would start at 10mm. I would not need many options after 24mm.

At the same time, I hear people talking trash about Tekton, saying it rusts. DEWALT is maybe to general for most. I’m not sure what to go with.

u/Carson_Blocks · 2 pointsr/Tools

I recently had to rebuy my basic tool set as I moved a few thousand km and didn't bring everything. What mattered to me was a comprehensive set with no 'skips' (has every size, not skipping uncommon sizes), decent quality (sized accurately), good durability, and ratchets that aren't terrible. I ended up choosing the Tekton 3/8" and 1/4" sets from Amazon. No regrets. I augmented the set with the Gearwrench 120XP ratchets, which are nice but I'm glad I have the Tekton ones as well when I don't want the floppy flex head. I think Metric and SAE is pretty much mandatory. Even if you only work on Metric stuff, the odd SAE will appear.

I don't think much of modern Stanley socket sets at all. I'd go Harbor Freight first.


Edit: Here's what I've bought: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MDO6L90/

u/JuiceStyle · 2 pointsr/ft86

Get the following stuff to prepare:


  • spray can of penetrating oil like pb blaster or the seafoam brand one.

  • 3/8 drive torque wrench and breaker bar
  • deep 14mm socket 3/8 drive
  • some different sizes of 3/8 extensions
  • 3/8 bendy elbow thingy
  • o2 sensor specific socket - I used this one
  • wrenches/sockets for the overpipe bolts (sorry idk sizes off top of my head)
  • high temp thread anti seize - I got this one
  • new gaskets for header and overpipe. Grimmspeed ones are great.

    Soak all the header bolts and overpipe bolts to be removed with the penetrating oil for an hour or so. Watch some YouTube vids on how it's done. Then torque everything down to spec (Google is your friend!) If you can do an oil change, you can do this with the right tools and instructions. Just be prepared to take your time and do it right. Use anti seize on all the bolt threads and o2 sensor threads when reinstalling. It'll make life easier for you in the future. Also be prepared to not drive the car for a few days of shit goes wrong... When I did mine on a car with only 5k miles, the primary o2 sensor was found installed crossthreaded into the OEM header from factory... Had to order a new o2 sensor to go into my new header. Shit like this could happen. Good luck!
u/kurbycar32 · 3 pointsr/Tools

Depends on purpose and budget. Sounds like you want to start with a socket set though. These Tekton sets are easy to get on Amazon and people here in the tools forum seem to like them.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RCYX58G/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_Em2yCbFVQBNN0

u/whoismiked · 8 pointsr/Tools

You will be hard pressed finding a good set that goes past 19mm for 3/8. You better off going with a 1/2 set.

I think Tekton makes incredible impact sockets for the price point. They also have stellar customer service and hassle free lifetime warranty.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009447UOC

u/False_Sheppard · 1 pointr/Audi

I found two different socket sets by Neiko. One for XZN sockets and one for Torx sockets. Would you consider these good quality? They aren't terribly pricey and have gotten very good reviews it seems.

u/remedialrob · 1 pointr/ChapoTrapHouse

Might I recommend The Gator Grip. It's a socket that can work on many different sized bolts and it comes with the ratchet wrench. It's much smaller than carrying around an adjustable pliers like in the picture or an adjustable wrench or worse an entire small tool kit.

A ratchet and one small Gator Grip socket will easily fit into a back pocket and has way more torque and functionality than other adjustable bolt removal solutions.

Also it will be faster so there's less of a chance of being caught.

u/NBQuade · 33 pointsr/Justrolledintotheshop

> . But if you are a hobby mechanic, you can buy ten of the $20 tools. If they last you only use them a few times a year, you'll probably be ahead of the game.

I'm a shade tree mechanic but I like nice things so I buy nicer tools. Not the snap-on's but not the pure chinesium crap.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SRAO4

Like these. Not Snap-on quality but not garbage either.

u/mjh215 · 1 pointr/Tools

If you are looking for a socket set replacement for an emergency, I'd recommend a Gator Grip socket. They are surprisingly robust and actually work quite well. There are some limitations which you could find in a video review on youtube with minimal searching. If you need larger sizes, add the Gator Grip King Gator.

http://www.amazon.com/Endeavor-Company-ETC-120-Universal-Socket/dp/B000N8NJIE/
http://www.amazon.com/Gator-Grip-ETC-125MO-King-Socket/dp/B00008K2TF

Another two tools that could come in handy if you are trying to replace wrenches are Knipex Plier Wrenches and Knipex Cobra adjustable wrenches...

If you need translations, just search and replace "wrenches" with "spanners"... ;)

u/DesolationRobot · 1 pointr/Tools

IMO, "complete set" is overrated. Assuming you're not making a living with these tools and a jaunt down to Home Depot or Autozone or wherever to buy a loose 16mm socket if and when you ever need it isn't going to break you then I'd get whatever set you want/believe in the most and then supplement with loosies when you need them. They skip sizes in many sets because some sizes are vastly more rare than others in the wild.

I'm not OCD about having different brands sitting next to each other, though.

This Tekton set doesn't skip sizes, but only goes to 24mm. But honestly it's those super large ones where you'd almost never need any particular size, so you're better off buying loose sizes if/when you need them.

u/grayman19 · 1 pointr/engineering

A flexible snake like a hose? A hose that could possibly full of some fluid to transmit power from somewhere to the wrench?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydraulic_torque_wrench

http://www.hytorc.com/images/stories/hydraulictools/xlct/applications/XLCT-low-clearance-hydraulic-torque-wrench-application.jpg

These generally use a reaction arm to resist the torque. Just a chunk of metal that presses against something fixed to resist the movement generated by the tremendous torques that they can develop.

Other tools that don't generate quite as much torque don't need such a device and just use a long flexible solid shaft.

http://www.amazon.com/Anytime-Tools-203032-Flexible-Extension/dp/B00129IG7W

https://jet.com/product/detail/34400e65b1354c9c8db5a7108fbed65c?jcmp=pla:ggl:All_Products_Catch_All:All_Products:na:na:na:na:na:2&code=PLA15&k_clickid=b697a11b-98a0-40c2-ae4f-6bef65a50225&abkId=403-15&gclid=CL2zgaOCycsCFVQ2gQod9iQKdQ

u/aDDnTN · 1 pointr/MechanicAdvice

don't assume you can pick out a better gift with your limited knowledge than what he has been looking at for months, if not years.

go ask him what impact socket set he wants and buy it for him. then, if you have extra funds, consider buying him some accessories for that or other tools.

i would recommend getting a descent set of torque sticks to go with his air impact wrench and impact sockets. this will prevent issues requiring more tools (and replacement parts) in the future.

u/haemaker · 1 pointr/LifeProTips

Yes! Harbor Freight is awesome. Cheap stuff, but who really needs a Hazet socket set when a Pittsburgh will do just fine?

u/maybenosey · 4 pointsr/Tools

Of course, you can save a couple of bucks and get a 1-1/8" and 1-1/4" socket extra if you go with Tekton 4880, also good quality stuff.

u/Smileverydaybcwhynot · 1 pointr/Tools
u/nolotusnotes · 1 pointr/Skookum

Well, I hope I got the right ones.

Online retail calls them "Triple Square Spline Drive."

Actually, I did get the right ones. They are also listed as "AZN" which is the other name for triple square.

https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-10056A-Triple-Square-10-Piece/dp/B004WK9I3O

u/vigillan388 · 1 pointr/Audi

Are you sure they are a hex bolt? On my car, they are a special VW triple square socket.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008K7STNK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_1XMZBbBN3CTCH

u/lepfrog · 3 pointsr/Tools

I lucked out and got this metric set by tekton for about $25 last year. 10-24mm no skips. If you wait for the sales you can get them for pretty cheap.

u/anonymousQ_s · 2 pointsr/Tools

Yep, but actually a good deal according to camel camel camel.

Here's the direct, non-affiliate link to Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/GearWrench-84916N-Metric-Impact-Socket/dp/B00UM688Z6

And CCC: https://camelcamelcamel.com/GEARWRENCH-84916N-Metric-Impact-Socket/product/B00UM688Z6

Edit: It's no longer available but it was about $56.

u/The_Spook_of_Spooks · 1 pointr/Justrolledintotheshop

Had this set for 4 years with no issues until I upgraded to the stubby snapon ones https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-10056A-Triple-Square-10-Piece/dp/B004WK9I3O/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=triple+square+socket+set&qid=1568772882&sr=8-4

Edit: Yes, I use them with impact tools :)

u/Esquire99 · 2 pointsr/Jeep

No, that's a socket set. While the ratchet/driver itself will be helpful, you need to buy a set of torx bits.

Something like:

http://www.amazon.com/Neiko%C2%AE-10071A-Torx-Bit-Socket/dp/B000J0TF6G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1465236822&sr=8-1&keywords=Torx

u/hobodoompants · 2 pointsr/Justrolledintotheshop

This could be the subject of a subreddit all on it's own. I do have to mention though that these have changed my life:

http://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Extension-Ratchet-Mechanic-Tools/dp/B00129IG7W

Highly highly highly recommended!

u/BMWbill · 4 pointsr/Tools

Why not buy this cheap set of them, try them out, and let us now how good they are?

https://www.amazon.com/Hazet-6-Point-Socket-Set-HZ854-1/dp/B00D8VL3RM

u/MajorDanger85 · 6 pointsr/Tools

Holy cow I wish I could try one of these. But I don’t think I’d ever buy them.

Hazet set on Amazon.

u/Darkshadow64540 · 3 pointsr/Tools

Sunex makes great tools but the price of their socket sets is just too high for someone who isn't earning money with them, this Tekton set covers what a kid getting their first car should keep in the trunk for less than a third of the Sunex version.

https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-4-Inch-8-Inch-6-Point-16-Inch/dp/B00RCYX58G

u/akep · 1 pointr/Honda

Its common for this gen civic to eat o2 sensors once in a while. if it ever pops up, usually replacing it works fine as long as its the only DTC you have. Bosch o2 sensor and the deep well o2 socket (prefer amazon one here and not this one from autozone as its weak and could strip your sensor)

u/JuanOnlyJuan · 1 pointr/specializedtools

So a specialized universal socket

Gator Grip King Socket The Original Professional Grade Self-Adjusting Universal Socket with over 450FT Pounds of Power. Self-Adjusts for shape and size as well as Standard and Metric Application https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00008K2TF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_hfkVDbHJH8YYN

Im sure there's cheaper versions but I don't feel like looking

u/Ranger207 · 2 pointsr/Skookum

Had the same problem. This socket worked for me. Didn't like paying $6 for a socket I'd use maybe once every couple of years, but I couldn't find one that fit anywhere near me.

u/jbrandt01 · 2 pointsr/Justrolledintotheshop

http://www.amazon.com/Anytime-Tools-203032-Flexible-Extension/dp/B00129IG7W

Not sure I'd attempt a final torque with one, but getting all the way on then busting knuckles for the final chooch is worth it.

u/Kaell311 · 10 pointsr/LifeProTips

I believe when using air tools you're supposed to use torque limiting attachments.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000IX3BSM

u/vivalarevoluciones · 1 pointr/Tools

Op consider an impact set when you get your next paycheck ;)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JM93YS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oPtExbK71XJZM

u/Fluffypupper22 · 2 pointsr/cars

I ordered a the 1/2, 3/8, and 1/4 inch set from Tekton

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYZ2IJ5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gAFizbJAH7B8Q

Think these should be fine?

u/jonathanrdt · 2 pointsr/Lexus

TEKTON 4929 3/8-Inch Drive by 7/8-Inch Oxygen Sensor Socket
http://amzn.com/B000NPUKIE

u/thescreensavers · 1 pointr/CherokeeXJ

For a bit more $$ you can buy a lot with a case that will cover anything you might encounter, https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000J0TF6G/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/destahd · 1 pointr/MechanicAdvice

Twice the cost for a full Tekton set 10-24mm and works for impact wrenches too.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009447UOC/

u/Mriccucci · 2 pointsr/Tools

These are triple square fasteners, tool link below

https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-10056A-Triple-Square-10-Piece/dp/B004WK9I3O

u/Sophias_dad · 0 pointsr/MechanicAdvice

I've never seen a heptagon bolt head. I'd try one of these...

https://smile.amazon.com/Professional-Self-Adjusting-Universal-Self-Adjusts-Application/dp/B00008K2TF/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1524930779&sr=8-8&keywords=gator+grip

and replace that bolt with a standard hex headed bolt during reassembly.

u/Killbot_Wants_Hug · 1 pointr/cars

I've always wondered if one of the gator sockets could take them off.

u/ZZZ_123 · 2 pointsr/Cartalk

TRIPLE SQUARES! Almost forgot about those freaks. You can't do your brake pads, along with other stuff, without it. I think it is literally a VW and Audi thing only?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004WK9I3O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/Flawed_Giroux · 1 pointr/Tools

I bought the first link (1/4th and 3/8th set) and 3rd link (wrenches and knife) so far you talked me into it lol. (all i have money for right now), i'll be getting impacts in the future but my impact gun is a 3/8th drive so i was thinking these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UM688Z6/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

I mean i'll take any advice

I almost got lost on the costal tool site, so many good things on there