Geeesammy Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 With some posts over the past months I've seen asking about tools, maybe it would be for the good of CR if we had a favorite tool thread? Post up your favorites, and those that have been a huge help to you in either your profession or weekend DIY use. Links to purchase the tool or a part number with a picture would be a great thing as well. A few of mine to get it going: Cornwell 3 legged oil filter wrench P/N- 27600 http://www.cornwelltools.com/webcat/products.php?product=HR27600-%252d-3-Legged-Oil-Filter-Wrench# http://i.imgur.com/6wNWIH2.png I use it almost every day at work, a few manufacturers have gone to tiny little filter's and put them in tight spots, this is a huge help in getting them off. For the money it is nice and saves you from dousing yourself in oil if used correctly. Works with a 3/8" drive ratchet. I'll add a few later on when I dig them up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPL_Josh Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 http://www.millerwelds.com/sync_popup/images/welder_214x277.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benner Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 My money maker. SnapOn Master Ball Joint Set. Worth every penny. I've told a few of the techs who've borrowed it to try and brake it. It's a beast of a Ball Joint Press. http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj32/Formula98/47618SnaponBall_00000020662_zps9169ef7b.jpg http://store.snapon.com/Ball-Joint-Presses-Set-Master-Ball-Joint-Universal-Joint-Press-22-pcs--P644058.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Idk if I could pick one. Any of the high tooth snap on ratchets. Makes a world of difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmwohio Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Idk if I could pick one. Any of the high tooth snap on ratchets. Makes a world of difference. This ^^ My F80 and S80. Don't leave home without it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acklac7 Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Idk if I could pick one. Any of the high tooth snap on ratchets. Makes a world of difference. What exactly do you like about them? What makes them so much better then say a Craftsman rachet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 I just picked up a harbor freight 20 ton shop press, I suppose we shall see how it holds up. I'm just tired of having to tote parts to a shop that has a press, now I can do that stuff myself. My second favorite tool is a cheater pipe for when air tools are unavailable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KentStateTsi Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Im in the market for a tap and die set that has EVERYTHING. And a good 3/8" impact. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 I just picked up a harbor freight 20 ton shop press, I suppose we shall see how it holds up. I'm just tired of having to tote parts to a shop that has a press, now I can do that stuff myself. My second favorite tool is a cheater pipe for when air tools are unavailable. Replace the bolts in the stress areas w/ Grade 8 Bolts ASAP. Trust me on that one! :dumb: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 What exactly do you like about them? What makes them so much better then say a Craftsman rachet? With more teeth on the gear, the less area you need to move the ratchet to turn the nut or bolt. Tight places, open places, it works great all over. I want to say most craftsman is under 50 teeth, maybe even 35 like most other manufacturers.. So double the teeth. I think a regular ratchet clicks once in 2" of movement, the snap on 80 tooth clicks about 8 times in 2".. I have the long 1/2" 80 tooth, the 3/8 long flex and short, also the 1/4", and 3" long 3/8 ratchet. Money well spent I could also say the Flank drive plus wrenches are also a great tool to have. Open end wrenches grip more than most 6point sockets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Replace the bolts in the stress areas w/ Grade 8 Bolts ASAP. Trust me on that one! :dumb: KillJoy I have heard that, I will definitely look into it. I made sure to read all the reviews for the press, there were way more good than bad keeping in mind it is a cheap harbor freight press. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I have heard that, I will definitely look into it. I made sure to read all the reviews for the press, there were way more good than bad keeping in mind it is a cheap harbor freight press. Those Hong Kong bolts will break WELL before you max out that press... I would swap them out before ANYTHING major is pressed out.... KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robochan Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 (edited) Today i did trans fluid and differential fluid so my favorite was this http://essentialgearguide.com/1/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/mityvac-1.jpg But my favorite changes every job i do. Edit link: http://www.amazon.com/Mityvac-7201-Fluid-Evacuator-Plus/dp/B0002SR7TC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1396227269&sr=8-1&keywords=mity+vac+7201 Edited March 31, 2014 by Robochan Add link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robochan Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 What exactly do you like about them? What makes them so much better then say a Craftsman rachet? They are just "smoother." Dont require much backwards resistance to actually ratchet. Matco 88 < Gearwrench 88 < SO dual 80. Matco 88 is basically Kobalt. I am about to order a xp120 and try it but I read mac is coming out with a 90 tooth so im curious about that too. Really should try one yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acklac7 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 With more teeth on the gear, the less area you need to move the ratchet to turn the nut or bolt. Tight places, open places, it works great all over. I want to say most craftsman is under 50 teeth, maybe even 35 like most other manufacturers.. So double the teeth. I think a regular ratchet clicks once in 2" of movement, the snap on 80 tooth clicks about 8 times in 2".. I have the long 1/2" 80 tooth, the 3/8 long flex and short, also the 1/4", and 3" long 3/8 ratchet. Money well spent I could also say the Flank drive plus wrenches are also a great tool to have. Open end wrenches grip more than most 6point sockets. They are just "smoother." Dont require much backwards resistance to actually ratchet. Matco 88 < Gearwrench 88 < SO dual 80. Matco 88 is basically Kobalt. I am about to order a xp120 and try it but I read mac is coming out with a 90 tooth so im curious about that too. Really should try one yourself. Sold. Great thread Grant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoostedAce Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 My money maker. SnapOn Master Ball Joint Set. Worth every penny. I've told a few of the techs who've borrowed it to try and brake it. It's a beast of a Ball Joint Press. http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj32/Formula98/47618SnaponBall_00000020662_zps9169ef7b.jpg http://store.snapon.com/Ball-Joint-Presses-Set-Master-Ball-Joint-Universal-Joint-Press-22-pcs--P644058.aspx Somehow I knew you where gonna post that ball joint press lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benner Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Somehow I knew you where gonna post that ball joint press lol Yeah but you have to admit it's pretty badass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/th/aplus/apex/gearwrench-9509-main-2-lg.jpg Reversible is a must on a torque converter http://www.gettools.com/images/product-final/6832378.jpg These are awesome, who needs a deep socket? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10phone2 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I just picked up a harbor freight 20 ton shop press, I suppose we shall see how it holds up. I'm just tired of having to tote parts to a shop that has a press, now I can do that stuff myself. My second favorite tool is a cheater pipe for when air tools are unavailable. since you have the press, you can get an add on kit from swag off road to do l-brackets, boxes, etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 It's already been mentioned in other threads, but the kobolt double drive extendable ratchet is awesome.. http://toolguyd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Kobalt-Double-Drive-Ratchet-Set.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Staying organized is the key to me being efficent at my job, so I'd say the tool organizers and big magnets that hold everything in place are a huge difference. I hate working at home because I spend so much more time looking for stuff. Other then that its just having quality tools I can trust not to slip off or break, fucking up by hands more then I already do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex L. Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 http://www.bakersgas.com/media/products/MIL907204001.jpg It does everything and everything well. It's the last welder I'll ever need. I want to get a decent manual lathe and vertical mill for awhile, we'll see if/when that happens though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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unfunnyryan Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Knipex Cobra. If its stripped and it turns, this will turn it. http://www.expeditionexchange.com/knipex/DSC04518.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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