Mechanic Tool set

pudzey101

Hi all looking to service the car and will need a set that includes a selection of sockets, wrenches, pliers and screwdriver bits etc


Anyone know where to get ones for handy money doesnt have to be top of the range

cheers

cabb8ge

Halfords

Don't look for set with all in, buy what you need.

But you will not need too much for service at home. Filter wrench and socket for removing sump plug. Spark plug wrench and screwdriver for air filter box have you 99% there for most of work.

Inspect of brake hoses, discs and pads no tool needed.

Of crucial importance is safety, axle stands and never go under car with support only of jack.

pudzey101

Cheers mate

http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/7002881.htm

Seen that on argos might be worth getting will come in handy for aul jobs around the house too :~)

cabb8ge

.... oh yes, no pliers needed Can be of use but not tool for the novice.

cabb8ge

pudzey101 wrote: »

Cheers mate

http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/7002881.htm

Seen that on argos might be worth getting will come in handy for aul jobs around the house too :~)

That look ok..... get this for spark plugs...
http://www.halfords.ie/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_11101_catalogId_15551_productId_567025_langId_-1_categoryId_212616

and for oil filter...(my favourite of types )
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_525117_langId_-1_categoryId_255216

pudzey101

cabb8ge wrote: »

That look ok..... get this for spark plugs...
http://www.halfords.ie/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_11101_catalogId_15551_productId_567025_langId_-1_categoryId_212616

and for oil filter...(my favourite of types )
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_525117_langId_-1_categoryId_255216

Oh yeah not sure what mm my spark plugs are probably 12mm

Dont need an oil remover ( im so strong) lol joke i use the screwdriver method even though its messy :~)

Truckermal

Hey Pudzey, great to see you around again!!! I buy my bits and bobs in Aldi/Lidl most of the time and the stuff is great but they only come up now and again. Halfords do good socket sets allright and are cheap too especially with a AXA card..:)

sf80

Get the Professional socket set from halfords, 150 or 170 piece, regularly on sale half price. Comprehensive set and good quality, way better than I expected.

It's half price at the moment: http://www.halfords.ie/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_11101_catalogId_15551_productId_862463_langId_-1_categoryId_212410

Mix of metric and imperial, has most of what you would need (including spark plug sockets). Then just get some more specialist things as you need them (feeler guages, tap and die sets, oil filter straps/wrenches, breaker bar, blow torch etc.)

mickdw

You can build up bit by bit. I wouldnt be going out spending a fortune and I dont think an all in one kit is the way to go.
A socket set to start I would think, set of spanners (or 2) from about 9mm to to about 19 should cover most basic tasks. Torx set as you will always use them, a couple of screwdrivers and an oil filter tool of whatever type will do the job on your car.
if you are doing brakes, a g clamp and possibly a wind back tool depending on car.

dodderangler

sf80 wrote: »

Get the Professional socket set from halfords, 150 or 170 piece, regularly on sale half price. Comprehensive set and good quality, way better than I expected

Only thing I ever got from Alford's was that set and done me well with daily use in garage though I still went out an bought a teng set
For spark plugs a 17 or 21 long socket works same and won't break

harg90

ehh, can i just say at this point, you dont need tools to look at brakes, hoses, ect. put you do need to kno what your looking at and looking for. for your own safety and the safety of others on the road i would recomend you to bring your car to a garage. people arnt trained in this line of work for no reason.

and tools are required for checking balljoints ect.

and depending on the make, modle and year of the car, wou may need more than just a set of sockets to open the sump bung, and more than just a filter rench to open the oil filter, and more than the standard plug socket to remove you plugs (if petrol)

and if its deisel and you decide to change your fuel filter, you may end up havin fun with air locks..

to be totaly honest, by the time you have bought what you need, and pay 23% vat on your parts (as aposed to payiny 13.5% when sold through the garage)

you may be just as cheep going to a good indy?

especialy if you fcuk up, i.e ring a plug, crack a filter housing, slip on or ring a sump bung..


dont get me wrong, im all for beeting the ressasion, but you do have to ask youself, is it just a case of falce economy?

what sorta car isit? year, engine ect?

pudzey101

Truckermal wrote: »

Hey Pudzey, great to see you around again!!! I buy my bits and bobs in Aldi/Lidl most of the time and the stuff is great but they only come up now and again. Halfords do good socket sets allright and are cheap too especially with a AXA card..:)

Sound bud

Yeah think il go for the argos set will come in handy for fixin the kids bikes and what not

would love to get the lidl/aldi sets but can never get to them on time there quality alright id say

pudzey101

[QUOTE=harg90;87826548 what sorta car isit? year, engine ect?[/QUOTE]

Honda Integra DC2 , 97 1.8 type r

I wont be going near anything major just basic service every 3-6 months

mickdw

cabb8ge wrote: »

and for oil filter...(my favourite of types )
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_525117_langId_-1_categoryId_255216

I had that very tool. Recently made bits of it trying to open a large diameter filter on a jeep and being a bit thick with it.
I love the type with the 3 lugs that sit down over the filter and tighten on it as you attempt to loosen the filter.

harg90

pudzey101 wrote: »

Honda Integra DC2 , 97 1.8 type r

I wont be going near anything major just basic service every 3-6 months

cool iv just sen some DIYers go very wrong
think there a 16mm plug halfords do a lovly tube type, magnet init and 3/8 drive, il have a wee look now.

best plugs for her are Denso PK22PR-L11
and it takes 4L of oil.

harg90

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_162753_langId_-1_categoryId_255216

its like that, but 10mm not 8..

pudzey101

thanks guys just going to get the basic socket set

eringobragh

For a type R you cant beat a cup wrench and ratchet - fits exactly to the filter and a piece of piss to remove the filter no slipping, etc.

Laser Cup Oil Filter Wrench 65mm/67mm

Same one I use on the MR2 - works out about €7