Best socket wrench sets according to redditors

What the hell? Why is yours so cheap!?
We got the same flyer and had the same laugh in our shop about this.

http://imgur.com/ME5TFmv

There's the page from our flyer.

If anyone is actually interested in this kit. Very similar kit is sold by Gear Wrench for 150 bucks and it comes with a full set of metric ratchet wrenches. Fantastic buy.

Canadian Link (Page 49 top left) - http://www.g2sequip.ca/Catalog/1-50-ENG-AJ-2016.pdf

USA - Socket set http://amzn.com/B000NIAIE2 Wrenches http://amzn.com/B00AA7Y8QU

Especially when a much nicer wera set is only 250$

https://www.amazon.com/Wera-Zyklop-Metric-Ratchet-Piece/dp/B0024LOT6Y

I didn't see anything worth buying. None of the deals were exceptional.

Edit:

For Cyber Monday, Zoro.com has 25% off everything!

Just found this 3 piece set of Channellocks for $29.99. If I didn't own all of them already, I'd be all over it.

https://www.doitbest.com/products/303214?via=57c72fea69702d410a003cf7%2C57c7301c69702d410a003ede

Also, I picked up this Wera socket set for $150. Still a rip off IMHO, but fuck it. (Click on the "new from" link to access the $147 price)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001O9M4BE/ref=psdcmw_553424_t1_B0024LRV00

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0024LRV00/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MA3gAbMC0FRKK

something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Maximum-Impact-Bolt-Remover-pieces/dp/B01JDNIYPW?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1#customerReviews


Oh I missed that part in your post. yeah, the grind the head off, etc that u/BearFLSTS said is your next move.

I can try. I depends what you have around, and what tools you have, but i don't think i had anything special.

Tools

1. Cordless Electric Drill
   
2. Hand Saw
   
3. Pliers
   
4. A socket set
   
   
   Materials
   
   
5. 6m length of 100mm x 50mm timber (NZ$20, The store cut it into 3 x 2m lengths for free so I could get it in the car easily)
   
6. Various bits of wood from a pallet I had left over.
   
7. Lot's of long wood screws. Mine were 100mm I think. Get the ones with the square hole. The drill holds onto them much easier when screwing them in.
   
8. Some shorter wood screws for tacking on extra bits.
   
   That's it for materials.
   
   Method
   
   First I went to my local wreckers to find a seat. We have this thing in New Zealand called Pick-A-Part. They have a whole bunch of cars that are usually crash damaged, and they are all sitting up on welded stands so you can get under them and into them easy.
   
   I just walked around until I found a drivers seat that was fairly sporty, good condition, and manual adjustments(I didn't want to have to wire up 12 volts to run the little motors, but that would be pretty cool if you want to do that)
   
   My seat came out with 4 bolts. Just look for the ones that bolt the rails to the floor of the car. Then you will probably have to undo a couple wires, one for the seat belt sensor(bloody things) and the trigger for the seat belt pre-tensioner.
   
   Once I got everything home, I sat two of the 2m timber lengths on their edge like rails. Balanced the seat on them with the rear mounting holes as close to the end as I could. Once I had worked out how I was going to screw the chair down, I measured the distance between the back of the two rails. Cut a piece of timber that length and just screwed from the outside of the rails straight into the end grain. Repeat for the front of the seat.
   
   Screw the seat down. Now you just cut pieces to the length you want to hold up the "table" part for the steering wheel. I used some small pieces of pallet timber at the front to hold the pedals. I just mounted them a bit below the top of the rails so the pedals can't slide off. Then screwed a couple of off-cuts on the front to stop it sliding away. Also used some extra bits to add some stability to the steering wheel mount.
   
   Here's some more pics. It's rough as guts, but I just wanted to make something functional while I build my full motion platform. It took about an hour to chuck together.
   
   Anyway, I'm sure you can all make a much nicer version, but that's what I came up with half drunk on a Saturday afternoon!
   
   

The 1/4” set is heavily discounted too: Wera 8100 SA 2 Zyklop 1/4" Metric Ratchet Set, 41-Pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001O9M4BE/

The GearWrench US semi-equivalent (a bit more $): https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0062FSAVI/

I've got one of these under the Blackhawk name. I've seen them under Husky as well, as far as I know they are all made by the same manufacturer. One of the smallest bit drivers I've ever seen. With the socket adapter, it is also the smallest 1/4" drive ratchets I've seen too.

The transmission shouldn't have much to do with your car starting.

First, in what ways does your car start funny?
-Could be the battery
-Could be the starter
-Could be a clogged injector
-Could be many inexpensive things that many people think will be bigger than it is.

Second, in what way is your transmission acting funny?
-Is it slow to shift?
-Does it shift hard?
-Does it have fluid?


The first thing I would do is learn a little about basic car maintenance. I know it all seems so complicated, but from someone who has at times in my life had to fix my car if I wanted to go anywhere just know this; there are very few car mechanics who are also MENSA Members. It is a different kind of intelligence all together but, with a little bit of effort everyone capable of driving a car, can learn how to fix one. I know you said you don't have tools or a garage, but stay with me here.

I always take people for their word when buying cheap cars. I have literally purchased cars for $200 that the previous owner told me that the transmission was "going out". At $200 I can turn a profit no matter what, so it's always a good buy. But every now and then I'll buy one and once I've gotten it home I've simply put transmission fluid in and bam! Transmission fixed! It's amazing, really. So I've bought cars that could have sold for $1,500-$2,200, but the owners didn't know enough to check the transmission fluid.

There can be other issues with the transmission, for sure, but honestly unless you've abused it (you know things like constantly shifting into drive while still rolling backwards/ driving without fluid) I would assume it's likely not going out. It could be, but I doubt it.



The starting thing I would put a large sum of money that it's your battery. You can take your battery into a autozone and have them test it, it might just fix that entire issue.

I view vehicles differently than most people I know a 2005 Chevy Cobalt with 120,000 miles is still pretty new, if you have in fact been changing the oil. My truck has 220,000+ and I feel like it's just getting started. IMO, your car isn't getting old. You may want a new one, but if you ask me it isn't the frugal decision.

The frugal decision is to buy some tools, like these.. Buy a book, like this one and last but not least get a manual specific to your vehicle, like this one..

With those things you're into it for less than $100 and with the knowledge you'll gain from doing simple things, like learning to change the oil, to swapping out the serpentine belt, and bolting on a new alternator, you'll end up saving thousands in your lifetime. And in time you'll gain confidence and start to do more and more.

My first project was changing my own oil, my second I put in a new thermostat, my third was an alternator, my fourth was a coil pack, and my knowledge and skill has improved with each one. I swapped a transmission a little over a year ago in my truck. My girlfriend at the time thought it was silly that I wanted to do it myself (her uncle owns a dealership, she tends to throw cars away for new ones) so I had her call a repair shop. They quoted her more than $3000 to put in a used transmission. I put in my own used transmission for $350. I did it all laying in a parking lot, without a garage using only hand tools (much like the ones I linked you to). It took longer, I got really dirty, it was frustrating and really, really hard, but at the end of the day I saved more than $2,500.

I've written you a book here, but it's because I think far too often people make excuses instead of just admitting that they want a new car. If you really want the new car, that's fine go for it! However I won't tell you it's a frugal decision because it probably is not.

How about this:https://smile.amazon.com/TEKTON-4-Inch-Socket-6-Point-32-Inch/dp/B00RCYX504/

or this:https://smile.amazon.com/Craftsman-Piece-Mechanics-Storage-20058/dp/B00HHJPL4M/

Get this: https://www.amazon.com/Maximum-Impact-Bolt-Remover-pieces/dp/B01JDNIYPW

Hammer the closest diameter one on the locking lug. Unscrew. Throw locking lug in trash, go buy new regular lugs.

https://www.amazon.com/Williams-50673-8-Inch-Socket-15-Piece/dp/B005VMVEV6/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?keywords=jh+Williams+set&qid=1565396842&s=gateway&sr=8-7

https://www.amazon.com/Williams-100P-8MD-8-Piece-Premium-Screwdriver/dp/B002NH5F30/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=jh+Williams+set&qid=1565396884&s=gateway&sr=8-2

https://www.amazon.com/Williams-50661-4-Inch-Socket-27-Piece/dp/B002O18PLO/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=jh%2BWilliams%2Bset&qid=1565396884&s=gateway&sr=8-5&th=1&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/KNIPEX-Tools-9K-00-Combination/dp/B00KBCM456/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=knipex+pliers+set&qid=1565396944&s=gateway&sprefix=knipex+plier&sr=8-6

https://www.amazon.com/Sunex-2569-Master-Impact-43Piece/dp/B00MPQ88RY/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=sunex+1%2F2+impact+socket+set&qid=1565396983&s=gateway&sprefix=sunex+&sr=8-3

https://www.amazon.com/Ingersoll-231C-Super-Duty-Impact-Wrench/dp/B0002SRM3I/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=ingersoll+rand+1%2F2+impact&qid=1565397014&s=gateway&sprefix=inger&sr=8-6

https://www.strictlytoolboxes.com/tool-vault-56-11-drawer-tool-cabinet.html

https://www.amazon.com/Streamlight-Stinger-Flashlight-Steady-Charger/dp/B0015ZO8VG/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?keywords=streamlight+flashlight&qid=1565397140&s=gateway&sprefix=streamli&sr=8-9

https://www.amazon.com/Sunluway-Filter-Socket-Adjustable-Removal/dp/B07MGR24BP/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?keywords=oil+filter+socket+set&qid=1565397258&s=gateway&sprefix=oil+filter&sr=8-17


https://www.amazon.com/Industrial-CDI-2503MFRPH-Adjustable-Micrometer/dp/B000KL4H80/ref=sxin_3_sxwds-bovbs?keywords=cdi+torque+wrench&pd_rd_i=B000KL4H80&pd_rd_r=cb4b628e-131d-4fcc-b250-1d9ff8c30f7a&pd_rd_w=dmdpJ&pd_rd_wg=pkYb4&pf_rd_p=eba0c0ae-19a3-4eb8-a600-1bc2a745bcd0&pf_rd_r=DDV7A2667PM9STRGS9T6&qid=1565397296&s=gateway&sprefix=cdi



Buy this list and stay away from tool trucks. Good luck

This is what I would buy

http://www.amazon.com/GearWrench-80300-Piece-4-Inch-Socket/dp/B000NIAIE2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1380905279&sr=8-2&keywords=gearwrench+1%2F4

GearWrench 85035 35 Pc MicroDriver Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0062FSAVI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_uzM8Bb8WFMFF1

GearWrench 35pc micro driver set I have one of these and it comes in handy all the time. I'm a professional mechanic and this kit always comes with me on service calls.

or

Wera Tool-Check Plus Bit Ratchet Set with Sockets - Imperial Basically a fancier more indepth version of the GearWrench set. I don't own one, but its on my list and would likely replace the GW set at work. I'd bring the GW set home.

or

Knipex Alligator Plier Set What can be said, Knipex makes the best pliers. You can grab hex heads, turn pipe as it grips like a mother, and any other thing your sweet little heart desires.

or

If you want to save up a little more cash, these Knipex Plier Wrenches are awesome or so I've heard Also on my list of stuff to get. These play a similar role as adjustable wrenches.

Yeah, I'd hate to have you stress about that. You'll need to get a jump or a trickle charger or battery jump pack. Packs are super fun to have and you'll find a simple smart trickle charger (even a really old one) is a good investment to have if you own cars and have a garage or storage unit off your parking area.

So you want to learn how to work on your own car? Youtube specific things can help. But I also recommend you get a repair guide for your car. A real one, made by Bentley's if you can get one. They're expensive but worth it.

This is a good starting tool kit. https://www.amazon.com/Craftsman-230-Piece-Mechanics-Tool-50230/dp/B01GWD834I/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=metric+tool+kit&qid=1550301071&s=gateway&sr=8-5


You can also piece stuff together from harbor freight, a little tool box, metric sockets and wrenches. Stay away from power tools unless you want to invest in things like milwaukee cordless socket drivers (A gift from heaven). You'll need long and short screwdrivers, e-torx head sockets, stuff like that.


You'll need jackstands, a floor jack, flashlight, rags, an oil container and catch pans, gloves, rubber mats to protect your knees and feet if you're outside on the car or under it. You get started by buying a few proper tools and teaching and asking mechanics, both amateurs like myself and professionals.

You can look up information and repair steps on Technical Information System cloned and hosted here:

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https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/

As a BMW owner and self-repair person, you'll want to get familiar with REALOEM.www.realoem.com

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Here's an example link to another e70 (since I don't know your precise model) car:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=GY03-USA-06-2011-E70-BMW-X5_M&diagId=11_4184

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I also recommend you get a diagnostic tool or at least a coding cable for your car and if you have a laptop, or can buy a cheap laptop, download BMW Standard Tools for INPA (www.bimmergeeks.net has links and sells cables that are tested). This gives you the ability to start using your cars own internal diagnostics and learning how to do things like reset adaptations, trigger and diangose major systems and subcomponents.

But mainly, get started by doing what you're doing. You'll make mistakes, you'll break stuff, but in a few years of poking around you'll be helpful to someone else. The thing about being handy and learning, is that its often easy to turn right around and help other people. My son and I rebuild motors with people for fun. We swap car transmissions from auto to manual for fun. We swap harnesses, do all kinds of stuff. We learn, we do it, we get better and we can sometimes teach some of these skills to others.

Welcome. There's no stopping you now.

Could get something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/GearWrench-80300-Piece-4-Inch-Socket/dp/B000NIAIE2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1380905357&sr=8-2&keywords=gearwrench+1%2F4+drive

Not the most complete kit as far as the sockets are concerned but it's the best I could find with a quick search - you could get a set like that one since it has the molded case and such that you want, then buy a 2nd [more complete] set of 1/4" sockets to supplement the ones in that kit when necessary.

I use all gearwrench ratchets myself and love them. My buddy (a professional mechanic who has owned snapon, matco, etc) really likes them as well and has also started buying gearwrench stuff recently.

Pretty sure you can also upgrade/repair the internals of that style ratchet with the 88-tooth matco internals that you can get for $15-$20 per kit. Granted the kit I posted above comes with 84-tooth internals from the get-go so it's probably a moot point... it's more of an upgrade for the ratchets I bought with 60-tooth internals from the factory.

The only problem with ordering from amazon is that I don't think they are an authorized retailer and gearwrench may give you trouble if you try and warranty the tool (and tell them you bought it on amazon). Instead just tell them that you bought the tool from fastenal or advance auto or some other authorized retailer and they will warranty it just fine from what I've heard... but in my experience it's irrelevant since the ratchets have held up just fine to whatever abuse I've put them through.

edit - there's also a similar kit with 12-point sockets instead of 6-point (link)

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWMT75049-Mechanics-Tools-Piece/dp/B01BHJE0J4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1520558857&sr=8-2&keywords=dewalt+mechanic+tool+set

https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-13101-8-Inch-6-Point-16-Inch/dp/B00RCYX4WI

Both sets are under the same link. Tekton offers a lifetime warranty on their products.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A50NBMO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1488204970&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=tekton+bit

If they're those piddly 14-15 pc sets, no.

I'd get a couple Sunex master sets. You can cover all/most the deep/shallow and metric/SAE for <$250.

https://www.amazon.com/Sunex-2668-Master-Impact-39-Piece/dp/B0002SRB4S/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1574954876&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Sunex-2569-Master-Impact-43Piece/dp/B00MPQ88RY/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=sunex+metric&qid=1574954722&sr=8-5

The metric set is a little on the smaller side with only ~30mm. And idk what size of metric fasteners you'd run into. But it does come with all the extensions you'll ever need.

Stanley 92-839 Black Chrome and Laser Etched Socket Set, 99-Piece https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LY5AKU/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_hrnRub08E59BN

There are some great older hondas for around $1k in running condition on craigslist. You really wouldn't have to fix up too much, maybe clean a few things in the engine and fix up a bit of trim if you want to. If you see a used car you're interested in, PM me and I'll help you figure out if it's worth your while or not if you want.

You really will need a tool set like this. Once you actually get into cars you realize that they are actually not as complicated as you might think, nor are they that terribly hard to work on. Any problem you'd find in a $1k Honda is likely very easy to fix, as those cars aren't exactly packed with features.

I dunno if you've ever built your own computer or something like that, but if you understand what's going on in a computer you'll easily understand what's going on in a car. The only thing is, the bolts require a lot more force to get off versus a desktop's little screws and you'll get way dirtier.

TEKTON 1/4-Inch Drive Socket Set, Inch/Metric, 6-Point, 5/32-Inch - 9/16-Inch, 5 mm - 14 mm, 51-Piece | 13001 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RCYX504/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_NAt4CbSX5ZZNE

I've been dreaming of having a Wera socket set for a while now but the price just isn't very reasonable for me yet...

http://www.amazon.ca/Wera-Zyklop-8-Inch-Ratchet-43-Pieces/dp/B0024LOT6Y

Or even the Joker wrenches...

This set has both 11 and 9 https://www.amazon.com/Wera-Zyklop-Metric-Ratchet-Piece/dp/B0024LOT6Y

Which set do you have?

all the above and you can use these for gripping the head. harbor freight sells a cheap o version if you dont work on cars much and/or wont need a better quality in the future

https://www.amazon.com/Maximum-Impact-Bolt-Remover-pieces/dp/B01JDNIYPW?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1

Buy this & stick it in your trunk.

1. OPT7 Aura 8pc bed light kit https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BZPAOU4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
2. Suaoki 600A Peak Portable Car Jump Starter / Jumper Pack 18000mAh with Air Compressor https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0185CYFE6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
3. Car Charger Adapter - Cigarette Lighter Adapter, 4 Port USB https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J7KTBEE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
4. 1-1/2" x 15 ft Heavy Duty Ratchet Cargo Tie Down Straps 3000 lbs Dual J-Hooks https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N8LMJV6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
5. Work light https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXZWDHB/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
6. VicTsing Bluetooth FM Transmitter https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DDPUQTS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
7. 2-Pack of 3/4" Black D-ring Shackle https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013FLW8J6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
8. 3", 30' Tow strap, Recovery Strap 30,000 LB capacity https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N4U4G5S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
9. Stanley 99 piece set https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LY5AKU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
10. Hand sanitizer
    
11. Bug spray
    
12. Headlamp
    
13. 2 75 pound sand bags
    
14. Jack
    
15. Blanket
    
16. Wool socks
    
17. Duct Tape
    
18. 3 pairs of goves
    
19. Two water bottles
    
20. 2 hats
    
21. zip ties
    
22. Tire plug kit
    
23. Ice scraper

Long ball head allen, triple square, small electric impact, THIS WILL SAVE YOUR ASS, torx screw drivers T20 25 30, wobble extensions, and small set of pics.

Bonus: porsche road recovery kit has a aluminum rod that threads into the hub. So you dont have to fight lining up the holes with the bolts.

Source: Audi master guild mechanic for 10 years, APR tech support for 2

If you have more questions PM me.

So your lock nut socket broke? Any decent shop should have a tool like this to remove the locking lug nut. Not sure why you need a wheel replacement, unless there is cosmetic damage from attempted removal. Hyundai can get you a replacement lock nut socket but that generally takes a week or more.

I would use an extractor to remove the lock nut and replace it with a standard nut. Unless you live in an area with theft or lug nut tampering, those lock nuts are more trouble than they're worth.

If you do get replacement lock nuts, make sure they match whatever seat style your standard lug nuts use - our local Hyundai dealer keeps putting cone seat lock nuts on vehicles that require washer seat lug nuts. Don't do this!

No type or amount of sealer will work on the outside as you describe. Getting the bolt out can be accomplished in many ways. If a socket will fit on it, one of the bolt extractors like this Maximum Impact Bolt & Nut Remover Set 13 pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JDNIYPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_KsfJBbF0C8HMP may work. Or you can weld a new nut on top the bolt. If the bolt head is accessible, you might be able to grab it with some vice grips. You may be able to hit it with a hammer and chisel to move it a little and wrench it out. You might get lucky with a good quality 6 point socket. You may be able to pound on a cheaply made slightly smaller socket and wrench it out. You could drill / grind / dremel off the bolt head, remove the cover and then grab it with some vice grips and remove it. It all depends on how accessible it is and what resources and tools you have available.

DeWalt mechanic toolset @ Costco Dallas for $99.99. Includes 173 pieces and it's in a plastic case with a handle. Kinda looks like this one

They also had another set for $29.99 and I think it had ~45 pieces. Also... They have rifle bags.

I would start simple and work my way up. First thing I ever built was a bird house as a kid. I grew up building theater sets. And now I build about anything I set my mind to.


My tool box is huge due to other activities but last time I did a solely wood based project my tool box would have been something like this:
(I apologize if I am saying things you already know, I wrote the fallowing as if the reader has no tool knowledge)

20-oz hammer
>a heavy hammer is always good for driving nails, making bolts fit and generally hitting things as needed. I carry a 20-OZ husky.

Utility Knife
>Utility Knifes are much different then regular knifes, I prefer these retractable's over folders, but that is probably just because it is what I grew up with.

pliers and a wrench

Ratchet set
>Ratchet Sets are nice to have but not necessarily a "Must have" Ratchets make the job of a wrench and pliers easier.

Power Drill
>Linked is the drill I own. This charger will put the battery 0-30% in 10 min and fully charge from dead in 30 min.
>You can also also buy saw and sander attachments for the drill along with many others. I have the jigsaw and the sander and the jigsaw gets tons of use.

Drill Bit Set
>the set linked will let you do just about anything you may need to do with a drill. Drill holes, drive screws, ext.



This list as it stands is $270. I think you will find that as you do projects and continue to learn your tool collection will expand. Tools like air guns/compressors, table saws, miter saws, circular saws, drill presses, ext. are all useful in time, but slightly more expensive... and large..


TD;DR: Really the answer is simply this: You shouldn't buy tools then go looking for a project. Find a project you want to do, then find the tools to do the job.

They sell socket sets which take off rounded bolts. They’re like regular sockets but with teeth. Find one, take the one that almost fits on this bolt head, pound it on with a hammer and then back out the bolt.

Here’s one: Maximum Impact Bolt & Nut Remover Set 13 pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JDNIYPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kZtCCbH6YTSJX

It's hard to say without knowing exactly what you're going to be doing, since it varies so much job to job. I work on the MRO side of things doing c-checks on commercial birds, and on a day to day basis my most used tools are just your basic hand tools and my 12V drill. However I have picked up some other stuff along the way that has proven invaluable:

• Skin Sppons, they're really good for cutting sealant and all prying when there's just a little bit of a gap
  
• This little ratchet, some weeks I use this thing more than my regular ratcheting screwdriver or 1/4" ratchet, it helps out in tight spots
  
• Brass Punches
  
• Spline sockets, it will really vary aircraft to aircraft how much you really need these. Craftsman has decent cheap sets, they call them universal sockets or something.
  
• Ignition wrenches, there's lots of shitty little hardware
  
• Headlamp
  
  That's all I can really think of at the moment, don't worry about having every possible tool you can think of before you start. There's no sense in spending a bunch of money on tools you won't end up using. It's much easier to figure out what you need to fill in gaps once you start rather than trying to guess now. No one is going to expect you to have everything right away and it sounds like you have a good start already.
  

So... i'm not sure how the taxes and stuff with VAT and what not work over there, but you might be able to get a nice Wera set in that price range depending on what sizes you need.

This is a bit out of the 100 euro range, but it is a very nice set and you can potentially find it cheaper elsewhere / locally: https://www.amazon.de/Wera-Speed-Knarrensatz-Antrieb-43-teilig-05003594001/dp/B0024LOT6Y/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1495673798&sr=8-3&keywords=wera+zyklop

Start with a basic tool kit: screwdriver set, hex wrenches, pliers, box cutter, level, hammer, ect.

https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-94-248-65-Piece-Homeowners-Tool/dp/B000UHMITE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1495687960&sr=8-3&keywords=Tool+kit

Something like this.

Then i definitely recommend socket wrenches.

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWMT73804-Drive-Socket-Piece/dp/B00WLVV2YE/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1495688089&sr=8-9&keywords=socket+wrench

Next I'd recommend an impact driver. There are going to be times where your drill won't cut it.

https://www.amazon.com/BLACK-DECKER-BDCI20C-Lithium-Impact/dp/B00JJ3QY9A/ref=sr_1_4?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1495688152&sr=1-4&keywords=impact+driver

I purchased a circular saw recently and have gotten a good amount of use out of it. If you don't plan on doing any woodwork then pass on this.

https://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-BDECS300C-Circular-Laser/dp/B01LX8KOAD/ref=sr_1_6?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1495688185&sr=1-6&keywords=circular+saw

Probably outside of your price range if you're sticking to $300 but a pressure washer is amazing. I use mine all the time.

Another extra item would be an air compressor. You can use it for tons of stuff such as nail guns.

And then also you'll need all your yard work tools. Loppers, shovels, rakes, trimmers, ect.

Oh man.... All the stuff to maintain your home is so expensive. But I'd start here.

You'll need something similar to this set to replace spark plugs. Depending on the type of vehicle, it can be pretty tight to access them still.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RCYX4WI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_4qoNzbV72B287

I have this Gearwrench set in both 1/4 and 3/8 drive and am very happy with them: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009PJPH28/

The only thing I don't care for is the friction fit sockets instead of the little push button type on the back of the driver.

Decided to up my game and ordered this last night

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0062FSAVI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00

All stanley, husky, and craftsman sockets are made with the same dies and tempering... Walmart has a nice "black chrome" set for like $60 with deep well sockets, metric and SAE. I have a complete set of huskys "black chrome" that have outlasted everything else.... The socket wrenches are pretty comfortable. My kit came with a foam insert for tool control and i still have the whole set and use it everyday...


stanley set

If looking for ratchet\socket sets I would probably look at Gearwrench, Williams USA, and SK personally. Williams, Bluepoint, and Snap-On are all made by the same company. There are Williams tools made in Taiwan that are very similar if not the same to Bluepoint which is also made in Taiwan. There are Williams USA tools that are very similar to Snap-On. but at a reasonable price. You can find Williams USA at http://www.toolsdelivered.com/38-Inch-Drive_c_2652.html, just make sure the description says made in USA.

Gearwrench is the same level as Bluepoint and Williams made in Taiwan. If it were me personally and was looking at any Taiwan made tools, I would probably find the cheapest that fit my needs. Tekton and Pittsburgh pro sockets are also made in Taiwan and are good. But probably not as "nice" overall.

This 3/8 6pt Gearwrench set is very complete and highly regarded.

This SK set is also very nice, made in USA, and in the same range as Williams USA I would say.

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According to the Amazon page

>>Set Includes:

>>5 In. ratcheting microdriver

>>1/4 In. square drive adapter

>>5 piece 1/4 In. drive 6 point SAE socket set

>>5 piece 1/4 In. drive 6 point metric socket set

>>18 piece 1/4 In. hex shank bit set


>>5 piece 5/16 In. hex shank bit set

So looks like 5 of the hex bits are 5/16" but the rest is 1/4".

this GearWrench set is nice and small, SAE & mm, but I wish it was a regular ratchet and not a bit ratchet w/socket adapter

Maximum Impact Bolt & Nut Remover Set 13 pieces https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01JDNIYPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qORKDb672NW2P

Just a suggestion. You can get/do whatever you want but these have saved my ass quite a few times.

I just get whatever is cheap from home depot/hardware store/target/etc.

But if you want specific kits or multitools, try:

https://shop.animalbikes.com/hard-goods/tools/kotulak-multi-tool.html on sale makes it more worth it otherwise pretty expensive

https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-Long-Wrench-13-Piece-25262/dp/B00I5THFR4/

https://www.amazon.com/40-Pieces-EPAuto-Reversible-Ratchet/dp/B01LZEMYOD/

https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-23003-8-Inch-Adjustable-Wrench/dp/B00FFUPRXK/

Like I said, I don't like to buy "bike tools". Unless you really feel the need to get some compact multi tool for "reasons". I like to buy tool sets for the house so I have tools. Then take what I need for the bike with me in a backpack.

Those multi tools aren't gonna feel comfortable in your pocket anyway. Have a backpack. Have everything you need in it. And if you drive to a spot it stays in your car or if you're riding you carry it around but since you're already carrying a pack it's not much different if it's individual tools or a singular piece.

Yes. I can get these from amazon.co.uk

https://www.amazon.co.uk/GearWrench-80700-Piece-2-Inch-Socket/dp/B000NICEVW/ref=pd_day0_hl_60_9?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000NI92QW&pd_rd_r=f481daf5-5ac8-11e8-9b66-012e9bc06fb1&pd_rd_w=YkBHs&pd_rd_wg=SX3CZ&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_p=5912880959572961824&pf_rd_r=ABD3Q0ZVJZXPR6H10K3X&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&refRID=ABD3Q0ZVJZXPR6H10K3X&th=1

https://www.amazon.co.uk/GearWrench-80550P-8-Inch-Standard-56-Piece/dp/B009PJPH28/ref=sr_1_37?s=diy&ie=UTF8&qid=1520451601&sr=1-37&keywords=GearWrench

But the shipping is what the killer is. I was hoping for some brands I could get easily in the UK.

I bought this set a couple years ago and they are still going strong and i use them in my dewalt 20v impact

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KE6E1U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

+1 for the Wera Toolcheck +. I keep mine in my laptop bag at all times along with a tool roll of their micro screwdrivers. Quality is fantastic and the mini ratchet is much stronger than you'd expect for something so small. Very fine tooth action too.

If you're wanting full sized tools though they do a great set of ratchets in 1/4, 3/8 or 1/2 sizes. This link is the Amazon link for the 3/8 sized set. The Joker spanners are great too.

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

Additional Notes:

I hope this is the right subreddit. Putting this first because it is the important part. I am looking for a sort of project car but one for someone that has no mechanic experience. I have an engineering degree, but have never worked with automotives. My current car is good enough to last at least til december so I am looking for a car that I can work on until then and eventually have it become my daily car. I want this to be a learning experience so by the end of it all I will be somewhat efficent at basic mechanic work as well as tuning, performance upgrades, etc. I have never owned a manual car but desire this so that I learn how to drive stick as well as they seem to have the most viability when talking about upgrades and working on them. I plan on using 3k USD on the inital purchase but if I find something for less then the remainder of the 3k will go straight back into the car being purchased. I also plan on spending between 300-600 USD a month on parts to gradually upgrade performance and eventually apperance. The idea is putting roughly 6-7k into a car and make it a learning experience instead of just purchasing something I wont want to work on. I also have a mechanic that can look at the car during the initial purchase but any links that will help with identifying problems especially for specific cars will be appreciated.


Can you do Minor/major work on your own vehicle:

I just purchased a the following as starter mechanics tools

• Craftsman 230-Piece Mechanics toolset
  
  
• TEKTON Universal Joint Set
  
  
• Neiko 1/2 Inch drive premium Breaker Bar
  
  
• Kobalt 5-piece pliers set
  
  
• Pro-Lift F-767 Grey Low Profile Floor Jack - 2 Ton Capacity
  
  
• Torin T43002 Jack Stands: 3 Ton Lift Capacity
  
  And also a Ball Pein Hammer and Rubber Mallet
  
  
  If you have any recommendations other than what I purchased, I can still return any of these items and purchase others. Any other items I might need let me know. I plan on getting more tools as I need them.
  
  
  
  Location: USA, Texas, Rio Grande Valley Area
  
  Price range: Max 3000 USD for inital purchase
  
  New or used: Used
  
  
  Must haves: Easy to work on; Cost-Performance Efficent aftermarket parts; Ability to Upgrade
  
  
  Intended use: Project car for a couple months; Eventually Daily Use
  
  
  Vehicles you've already considered:
  
  
  
• 2000 Honda Civic EX D16Y8 Engine
  
  
• 1992 Corolla Toyota
  
  
• 1989 Honda civic ef sedan w/D15Z1 off 92-93 civic vx
  
  
• 1999 Honda Civic Coupe 1.6 vtec
  
  
• 1991 Honda Civic Hatchback
  
  
• 1997 vtec Hoonda Civic
  
  
• 1995 Honda Civic
  
  
• Civic Ex D19Y8
  
  
• 2000 Honda Civic Vtec 1.6
  
  
• 1984 vw rabbit gti
  
  
• 1999 Ecclipse
  
  
• 2000 Ranger
  
  
• 2000 Eclipse
  
  
• 1990 Mustang foxbody 5.0
  
  
• 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage
  
  
• 03 Mits Eclipse GTS Spyder
  
  
• CAMARO Z28
  
  
  I am open to suggestions but am more fond of light cars with better mpg
  
  
• Local Craigslist
  
  
• Local Craigslist 2
  
  Is this your 1st vehicle: No, currently have a 99 Toyota Corolla LE with 287k miles purchased at 170k and I put on the rest. I just had regular oil changes and minor things fized like sparkplugs. It had problem with the starter 6 months ago but banging on it made it work with no problems since then. No aftermarket parts and only problems currently is the evap cannister that I havent fixed and paint restoration as the clearcoat is gone aa I was ignorant on washing and waxing regularly as I live in a hot climate. It also has some rust on the roof and around the doors starting the develope. The corolla is okay, but being an automatic I assume there isnt much performance upgrades available. I also have the ability to purchase a 2005 Ford Escape XLT that works fine and just had a new cpu, tires and air compressor installed and has no current problems besides being Ford red in color ha
  
  
  
  Any help, opinions are greatly appreciated. If you would like to mentor me during this process as well, it would be cool to have someone in which I could ask question and get definite answers as no one in my immediate family or friends are car buffs.
  

I keep a small set of tekton sockets/ratchet in my truck.
I am really happy with this brand, I have a good amount of their tools.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00RCYX4WI/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1521201099&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=tekton&dpPl=1&dpID=51q30N7b4eL&ref=plSrch

These have been pretty good to me so far.

Super small footprint
https://www.bahco.com/en/p/22pcs-bits-set-phillips-torx-hexagonal-screws-bit-holder-and-socket-adaptor-14/7d-ec-04-30-8b-90-ae-29-01-b1-1d-50-2b-5a-44-79/

Have abused this one a lot. Good bang for your buck if you will use the sockets, both size and dollar wise. There is a little cut out with room for a short extension.
https://www.amazon.com/GearWrench-85035-35-MicroDriver-Set/dp/B0062FSAVI

Tool kit like this

DEWALT DWMT75049 Mechanics Tools Set (192 Piece) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BHJE0J4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gkXwDbYGP48SN

Ammo box or two with other various tools (channel lock, needle nose, etc)

Corollas are great cars! I thought about getting one as my second car.

Yeah, you do need tools for most things. If you are able, you can assemble a small tool kit for under $100, and that will allow you to do a lot of stuff. Changing your own oil is a very good place to start, and most cars only need a single socket to do it.

If you want to get into car maintenance without tools, you can clean your car out, check and top off the fluids accordingly, or go to a gas station that has an air pump to pump up your tires.

Here is a good beginning to a tool kit:

Screwdrivers

Sockets

Pliers

Wrenches

Superior tool basin buddy

https://smile.amazon.com/Superior-Tool-03825-Wrench-Wrench-coupling/dp/B007BI7IJA/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3MVMO3N7DDBT7&keywords=superior+tool&qid=1568886959&sprefix=superior+tool%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-4

1/4 dive socket set up to 9/16 or the metric equivalent plus extensions

https://smile.amazon.com/TEKTON-4-Inch-6-Point-Ratchet-32-Inch/dp/B07P7WMK4L/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3LFRNNYLLK74W&keywords=1%2F4+drive+socket+set&qid=1568887157&sprefix=1%2F4+drive+%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-4

Tool bag ( may as well start thinking about having more then one )

https://smile.amazon.com/DEWALT-DGL573-Lighted-Technicians-Tool/dp/B00QNTVV6Y/ref=sr_1_4?crid=9LFYMX8PWTBT&keywords=dewalt+tool+bag&qid=1568887426&sprefix=dewalt+tool%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-4

I really like that tool bag, use an old tool bag for spare / rare tools

TEKTON 1/4-Inch Drive 6-Point Socket & Ratchet Set, Inch/Metric, 5/32-Inch - 9/16-Inch, 4 mm - 14 mm, 55-Piece (Case) | SKT05301 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P7WMK4L/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_eIFJDbCKNYTQA

These are both on my Amazon wish list just for this purpose, maybe something like one of these would be useful?


Go2 Socket Adjustable Bolt Remover Tool - Rounded or Damaged Nut Extractor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155J8IS6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qvFFDbGFZJB0C

Topec Impact Bolt & Nut Remover Set 13 Pieces, Nut Extractor Socket, Bolt Remover Tool Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MX8B6XX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_bxFFDbYC7KX9J

I highly recommend a remover set. Essentially they are a set of specialized sockets that have cutting threads to cut into a rusted bolt head to easily remove them. Something like this

I think I'm going to grab a 3/8 set so I can be prepared for anything. The one I'm looking at has a nice compact case and some extensions. For pliers, I was mostly worried about hard to reach hose clamps and things like that. I'm wondering what to do for wrenches though. I'm looking at these double box end wrenches in 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, and 14mm. I don't think I'll need anymore metric sizes for the side of the road but I'd like some SAE in case I'm helping someone else.

What he’s talking about is There are specific sockets called bolt extractors (you’ll want to get a breaker bar for extra leverage) they have teeth in the socket that dig into the bolt and grip into the metal so you can get leverage onto it. They’re specifically designed for this type of job. You could also get an angle grinder and grind the head off if all else fails. A junk yard or major parts store may be able to get you a new bolt.

Don’t know anything about this brand and I’m not suggesting you to buy this specific set but here is an example of what we’re talking about
https://www.amazon.com/Maximum-Impact-Bolt-Remover-pieces/dp/B01JDNIYPW/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=3PX3KLHW58IF3&keywords=bolt%2Bextractor%2Bset&qid=1550536181&s=gateway&sprefix=bolt%2Bex&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1

This one is pretty nice, plus it has metric in case you need it. But you’d have to get a separate deep-well kit like this one .

New socket. https://www.amazon.com/40-Pieces-EPAuto-Reversible-Ratchet/dp/B01LZEMYOD/ref=sr_1_4

https://www.amazon.com/GearWrench-85035-35-MicroDriver-Set/dp/B0062FSAVI/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=gearwrench+85035&qid=1573185704&sr=8-2

Something like this. It's basically a ratchet that just takes he's bits that is low profile. Great for interior work and inboard flap actuator fairings on CRJs

Looks like that one only goes up to 13mm.

This one includes a 15mm and ships Prime, if that's a concern.

For the wrenches and sockets, I've got
https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-85-783-Finish-Combination-Wrench/dp/B000NIK9BE/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1541118044&sr=8-17&keywords=stanley+wrench

and
https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-92-824-Chrome-Etched-69-Piece/dp/B000KE6E1U/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1541118061&sr=8-5&keywords=stanley+socket


They're about on par with the Craftsman stuff I have but cheaper.


The bad thing about cheap wrenches and sockets is that they break, and even worse than that they're mis-sized. For example, you might have a socker that's off by .25mm - what will happen is you'll get to an extra tight bolt and instead of turning it the socket will just round off the corner. Then even if you get a good tool to put on it you might be screwed since the bolt is now mis-shapen.


Just thought I'd mention that since it sounds like you're just starting out. Good tools not only last longer, but work better too.

this set would cover 95% of random around the house uses.

That is kind of weird because this craftman set
"Craftsman 154 pc Mechanics Tool Set # 35154 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00065T000/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_dMhxxbWTXXWFY "

Is made in the USA and it seems very similar to the Kirkland one.

Metric, most vehicles use metric these days. Combination wrenches And 3/8's socket set

Links are for examples only, tool choice is a highly personal decision, for more help deciding visit r/tools and personally I recommend brands with lifetime, no receipt needed warranties (Tekton, Husky-home depot, Craftsman-sears, $$$Snap on, $$Mac tools, $$Matco, and for those on a budget: Pittsburgh pro from harbor freight, you'll need a receipt but they will email you a receipt if you give them your address)

You need to grab a set of sockets the grab on to stripped nuts. Probably just the basic ones 8-15mm would be fine. I've saved my ass countless amount of times. Something like this guy

https://www.amazon.com/Maximum-Impact-Bolt-Remover-pieces/dp/B01JDNIYPW/

Nice! I have the nameless TBE coming in Saturday with 4" exits and muffler deletes. Can't wait.

I think you sold me on the tool set too. I've been looking for a few months and all the sets claim to be so many pieces but 1/3 of them are screwdriver bits! The one I saw on amazon is mostly sockets with extensions and various sized ratchets. I believe it is about 80 bucks shipped too!

This is the one

You should have a kit like this for simple general repairs. Be sure to get one that has metric sized sockets.

https://www.amazon.com/WORKPRO-24-Piece-Compact-Sockets-Ratchet/dp/B010AHBMFO/ref=sr_1_13?crid=G9UKV626GB2Y&keywords=3%2F8+ratchet+socket+set&qid=1573751311&sprefix=3%2F8+ratchet+so%2Caps%2C199&sr=8-13

Impact bolt and nut remover. Pop one of those bad boys on and use your best impact drill.

https://www.amazon.com/Topec-Impact-Remover-Pieces-Extractor/dp/B07MX8B6XX/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=nut+extractor&qid=1573310564&s=hi&sr=1-5

It needs to fit VERY tight. If it's loose you will just round it even further.