What tools do I need?

[bigsupra]

I have read about auto repairs for a while and am thinking about doing some simple ones on my car.

I didn't know what tools I would need; like the basics or tools I will definetly need for the future.

What brands would you recommend and is there a store you would recommend to buy them.

[Shaunzmuders]

You are speaking way to broad for "auto repair", their are thousands of things you could repair,you need to be more specific on what you're fixing and tools wise theirs your great tool companies but expensive, snap-on,mac,craftsman and lower end tools such as stanley.

[bigsupra]

What are the tools that you would recommend for a begginer automachanic. Like should I get a set of wrenchs and sockets etc.

[curtis73]

I would go get a craftsman, husky, or cobalt set of tools that included the basics.

Rachets and Sockets (sae and metric, deep well, and some 12-point)
screwdrivers (big and little)
allen wrenches
box/end wrenches from 1/4" up to 13/16" and metrics too.
a selection of pliers, side cutters, needle nose, lineman, and channel lock adjustable
adjustable wrenches, 8", 10" and 12"

Its also really handy to have a nut driver. Its just a screw driver handle with a 1/4" socket head so you can put your small sockets on it. Really nice for smaller hex screws that don't require the torque of a rachet

optional stuff
utility knife
rubber, plastic, and metal mallets
magnet for retrieving the nuts you drop
a tool box that is bigger than you think you need.

[curtis73]

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...seBVCookie=Yes

I think this is a screamin' deal at $199. Lifetime warranty. If you leave your rachet out in the rain and the guts rust, take it back for a free new one. No forms, no hassles, just "here's you new rachet, bye now." Husky and Cobalt have the same warranty and they're fine tools.

[bluevp00]

Keep in mind if you're mostly working on foreign cars, metric tools are all you're going to be using, and most American cars since 2000 have mostly metric sized nuts & bolts (espically GM). Older american cars will use SAE measurements, as well as most household items (such as lawnmowers) so it's important to buy those sets as well, but try to keep the emphasis on metric sizes.

[bigsupra]

thanks for all of the help so far. I greatly appreciate everybody taking some time and answering my questions.

[Steel]

And a 3 pound sledgehammer to convince stubborn parts to move when they dont wanna. Seriously.