Home Garage
#1
Home Garage
Hello, ok i just wanted to ask what do i need for a home garage? seriously, i really want to learn more about my car but i dont know where to start, what tools i need (most basic; i dont plan to rebuild engines in my backyard) any instruction books (helms????) etc... also i just wanted to know if anyone has a home garage and what theyre experiances are like?
regards
David
regards
David
#2
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k, you don't wanna rebuild engines, but what is it you PLAN to do..
basic socket set, wrench set...
full set of phillips and flat head screw drivers...
compressor?? guns?? tool chest?? allen keys, torx set.... tap and dye set...drill and bits...pry bars...obd2 reader...multi-meter etc etc etc etc
manuals?? imo, nothing even cloes close to the actual shop manual
basic socket set, wrench set...
full set of phillips and flat head screw drivers...
compressor?? guns?? tool chest?? allen keys, torx set.... tap and dye set...drill and bits...pry bars...obd2 reader...multi-meter etc etc etc etc
manuals?? imo, nothing even cloes close to the actual shop manual
#3
I would personally start with a set of axle stands a jack and some wheel chalks.
As for hand tools, a torque wrench is a must. You should be fine with a set of metric combination wrenches and a decent socket/ratchet set. The stuff you get at Canadian tire is fine to start.
Get a service manual for the car you have so you can get torque specs and detailed instructions.
Most important, if you are unsure of something don't mess with it. Ask someone or read until you are confident. You don't want to mess with your's or someone else's life.
Adam
As for hand tools, a torque wrench is a must. You should be fine with a set of metric combination wrenches and a decent socket/ratchet set. The stuff you get at Canadian tire is fine to start.
Get a service manual for the car you have so you can get torque specs and detailed instructions.
Most important, if you are unsure of something don't mess with it. Ask someone or read until you are confident. You don't want to mess with your's or someone else's life.
Adam
#5
Originally posted by d16y8
can never go wrong with a 2 and a half pound sledge.
can never go wrong with a 2 and a half pound sledge.
I would go with a set of sockets 1/4", 3/8", & 1/2" drive both standard and metric.
A complete set of wrenches (regular & stuby) standard & metric.
A good set of screw drivers.
A set of hammers
Brass & steel punches
A dencent set of pry bars.
3ton floor jack with stands. imo 2ton is junk
Now the best thing I would do is wait until Cdn Tire has 1/2 off sales. I bet come spring time each week a different set of tools will be on sale.
#6
What I'd get in order. I assume you're young if you're asking what tools to buy. I suggest only buy quality things, you'll have them the rest of your life. Mastercraft has a line of lifetime warrenty things that are just fine, and if you watch, have huge sales on periodically.
1. Tool box. (cuz where are you gonna put tools? Organization of a shop is key IMO)
2. Socket set, metric.
2 1/2. Set of wrenches, I like one side open end, one end boxed with the built in racheting action.
3. Set of screwdrivers
3 1/2. Various vise grips and needle nose pliers
4. Jack and at least 2 stands (set of ramps optional)
5. Hacksaw, prybar/breaker bar and BFH (Big fvckin hammer)
6. Air compressor with a die grinder (standard and pistol grip), impact gun, air rachet(s) 1/4 and 1/2" drive, air saw (like a reciprocating saw)
7. Torque wrench
8. Table Vise.
9. Soldering gun.
These are just things that I'm thankful I have when it comes to doing a job, right tool always saves many headaches.
-Chris
1. Tool box. (cuz where are you gonna put tools? Organization of a shop is key IMO)
2. Socket set, metric.
2 1/2. Set of wrenches, I like one side open end, one end boxed with the built in racheting action.
3. Set of screwdrivers
3 1/2. Various vise grips and needle nose pliers
4. Jack and at least 2 stands (set of ramps optional)
5. Hacksaw, prybar/breaker bar and BFH (Big fvckin hammer)
6. Air compressor with a die grinder (standard and pistol grip), impact gun, air rachet(s) 1/4 and 1/2" drive, air saw (like a reciprocating saw)
7. Torque wrench
8. Table Vise.
9. Soldering gun.
These are just things that I'm thankful I have when it comes to doing a job, right tool always saves many headaches.
-Chris
#7
A decent sized garage to fit all the crap you neep plus the car would be nice too.
Wood to put under the wheels when the car is too low to get the jack under. Blocks for the wheels so the car stays put. Cold beer and music. Sand or kitty litter for when you spill fluid all over the floor.
Wood to put under the wheels when the car is too low to get the jack under. Blocks for the wheels so the car stays put. Cold beer and music. Sand or kitty litter for when you spill fluid all over the floor.
#12
[i]Wrenching away isn't as easy as following the steps in a book. [/B]
#15
Originally posted by janz3n
no that would fall under the common sense part.
no that would fall under the common sense part.
really? What happens if you start threading a bolt and it becomes very resistant all of a sudden? Your helms manual isn't going to tell you what to do. That **** isnt common sense, it's experience.
#16
yes experience is always good.. but you do get that over time.. everyone has to start somewhere. you gain experience by doing stuff and learning. but common sense and having some car knowledge and some kind of manual anyone can work on there own car. its really not that hard if you enjoy doing it.
#17
a whole socket set hex sockets n all those things n screwdrivers n phillips n flat head vise grips wire cuters well it kinda depends on what u wana in ur garage if u wnana install body kits do electrical things painting it all depends but a socket set always comes in handy n a hammer always comes in handy