Basic Tools Needed For Upkeep

[CreepinDeth]

I'm not a mechanic either, so I know what you're going through.....



#1. Best tools I ever bought.....right here, Gear Wrench 16 piece ratcheting wrench set.
I can't stress how useful these are. You won't find them this cheap in any store.

#2. Great quality socket set 1/4, 3/8 and if you can get the 1/2 too.
You don't need to buy Strap On (Snap ON) tool sets or MAC tools and finance tool sets til you're 50.
You can get the Lowes Kobalt sets during Thanksgiving > Christmas sales VERY Cheap.
That's when Lowes really hammers out the sales. Example Here

Besides Lowes , there's Menards tools which are also Made in the USA.
EL Home Cheapo's Husky line are all Chinese and they charge you the same $$$.

#3. Hydraulic Jack - IMO Costco has the best low cost quality option with the 3.5 ton Arcan XL35R jack for $99.
FYI , not ALL Costco's carry it, so call and ask if it's in stock first. This is the best one I've found.
http://www.adamsautoadvice.com/2011/...r-from-costco/

#4. Jack Stands- Shop for the lowest price but best quality.

#5. 60 Gallon Air compressor - I got my 60 Gallon 135Psi Kobalt from Lowes on year end clearance for $325.

#6. 18V+ Power Drill - I'm personally a fan of DeWalt's quality or Milwaukee. Walk into any Grainger industrial supply, that's all you see.
That should tell you something. I was also a Home Depot contractor for years, 80% of the crews use DeWalt.