Tool kits

[simoncs]

Hi guys,

I would like to put together or buy a mechanics toolkit for 4wd trips for the disco.
I have had a quick look online but not seen anything special. Prefer a canvas tool roll than a box or case.

Anyone else managed to purchase something, or create something. Would the socket set/ spanners be imperial or metric?

Thanks

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[Blknight.aus]

I suggest...

combo 3/8+1/4 inch drive socket set covering 8-19mm (most do 10-19 and thats acceptable) in 3/8th and 4-13mm in 1/4 (most do 4-12mm) Good ones also come with the imperial equivalents. Kingchrome do a nice set and for introductory tools are worth the money, My kingchrome set is better than 10 years old and the most commonly used sockets are starting to fracture their chroming off so are due for replacement.

A set of metric Ring open ended spanners 8-24mm I suggest sidchrome or equivelent for these

a good pair of

Vice grips
needle nose pliers
slip joint pliers
Combination pliers


10inch shifter
Combo Screwdriver

#1 flat tip
#2 flat tip
#1 phillips
#2 phillips

Allen/torqz bit set (metric)r
multi meter (only needs to be a reasonable, cheap item)



Thats a get you started list....

From there what you bulk that out with depends on how game you feel about your servicing.

[kenl]

I carry a metrinch combo kit in my car for my spanner needs, they are good sets and I have abused one set for 18 years before scum stole it. The only draw back is they are pain in very tight spaces, but they will undo a badly rounded off nut/bolt, trade offs. The set i have is this one Metrinch-tools - IF THIS CAN'T DO IT, NO TOOL CAN (http://www.metrinch-tools.com/website/produkten.php'subnr=7&subcat=CAT39) and it needs a 12mm spanner added to it which I have done, it easily fits into the case.

Other than that I always carry my leather man, cause I always need it when I don't have it. And Daves list covers things pretty well too.

In the shed I like as much Stahlwille as I can afford, just love good tools!

[Blknight.aus]

In the shed I like as much Stahlwille as I can afford, just love good tools!

and yet you have metrich?

[pop058]

given this is in the D3/D4/RRS section, I thought a laptop/scan tool thingy would be on the list :D.

[Blknight.aus]

thats for diagnostics....

Havent yet seen the computer diagnose a leaking gasket, coolant weep, loose wheel bearing, shot shocky rubber, torn wiper blade or bald tyre.

tools are for repairing what the computer does or doesnt find.

[Robocop]

I'm also in the market for a tool roll kit, look into the king chrome kit I will. To answer the above, I keep my fault mate in the car at all times, I just don't always carry my toughbook with me to make adjustments, but it will clear all faults if needed.

[400HPONGAS]

your right pop058ld be surprised what a reasonable scan gauge can inform you of , a long time before any tools are required. I reckon best bang for buck is a Android smart phone running The Torque Plus app through a Bluetooth connection .Remember we are talking D3/D4

[simoncs]

Thanks guys will check those out.
My tool needs are specific to the D3, hence this forum:-)

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[bell1975]

These are the tool rolls (http://www.cactusclimbing.co.nz/index.php/virtuemart-mainmenu-162?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=71&category_id=89) that I use. They're made by a NZ company, based in Christchurch. If you buy 2 they will be freight free. The exchange rate works relatively well in our favour at present too.

There are also some alternatives on ebay. This (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/220648468778'ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649)and this (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/290541215710'ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649)or this (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TOOL-ROLL-AUSTRALIAN-MADE-ORIGINAL-NEW-GREEN-/230667474793?pt=AU_Hand_Tools&hash=item35b4da5769). Or this (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Custom-LeatherCraft-32-Pocket-Socket-Tool-Roll-Pouch-/330732172841?pt=AU_Tool_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4d012c7629).

The other thing that stuffs easily into a tool roll is a selection of cable ties. And a roll or two of Rescue Tape (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Rescue-Tape-Performance-Bonding-Silicone-Repair-Sparky-/110859949547?pt=AU_B_I_Electrical_Test_Equipment&hash=item19cfc495eb).

[Blknight.aus]

on this note.. I had a request today to spec out a basic socket setup as a grab box to ensure I could deal with the most common stuff at the lightest weight possible... Allen Key and Torqz bits werent required for the equipment list this kit was intended to support

Metric 6 point Sockets 1/4” Sq. Drive: 4, 5, 6, 7
Metric 12 point Sockets 1/4” Sq. Drive: 8, 9, 10, 11,12,13,14,15mm
AF 6 point Sockets 1/4” Sq. Drive: 3/16, 7/32, 1/4, 9/32
AF 12 point Sockets 1/4” Sq. Drive: 5/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16
Metric 12 point Sockets 3/8” Sq. Drive: 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19mm
AF 12 point Sockets 3/8” Sq. Drive: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4”

Accessories:
- 1 Spinner Handle 1/4” Sq. Drive
- 1 Adaptor 1/4”(M) x 3/8”(F)
- 1 Ratchet Handle 3/8” Sq. Drive
- 1 Spark Plug Socket 16mm (5/8”) 3/8” Sq. Drive
- 1 Extension 75mm (3”) 3/8” Sq. Drive (wobble)
- 1 Extension 150mm (6”) 3/8” Sq. Drive (wobble
- 1 Extension 75mm (3”) 1/4” Sq. Drive (wobble)
- 1 Extension 150mm (6”) 1/4” Sq. Drive (wobble)
- Universal joint 3/8” Sq. Drive
- universal joint 1/4” Sq. Drive