Tool Recomendations

[NeXtras]

I got the job at the ford dealer, i start monday!

What should i buy for tools, i need them cause they all supply their own tools.. he told me standard set of screw drivers and an oil filter wrench...

what else should i get, for the job and home use.. i was thinking a socket set..

 

[CaFordDude]

how much money do you want to spend?

How about some sort of all in one tool box till you really get in there and see what you need? Certainly not the same quality of VInce's box but at least you could get started.

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200223524_200223524

 

[eco]

I got the job at the ford dealer, i start monday!

What should i buy for tools, i need them cause they all supply their own tools.. he told me standard set of screw drivers and an oil filter wrench...

what else should i get, for the job and home use.. i was thinking a socket set..

Whats your job....lube tech??

 

[blacksnapon]

A lot depends on the work you will be doing. The set that Aaron is displaying is ok for minor, basic stuff. Later, if you have the opportunity to get training, the tool trucks can put together a starter set, with whatever you want to put in it (payments too!)

 

[Skandocious]

I agree with Aaron. With a job position like the one you're starting (oil changes) don't spend more than like $40-50 TOPS for the entire tool set. If you decide to climb the ladder later then you can upgrade and not feel guilty for tossing the cheap set.

 

[flareside_thunder]

I gotta agree as well.......magnetic tips on the screw drivers might be a good thign too...if and when you upgrade....MAC,Mountain, SnapOn,Craftsman (although they are starting to not wanna honor their warranties),S&K,Sunnex, are all good brands and are warranted.

On another note..CaFordDude send me the link to your avatar...me likey........twas my sig once.

 

[surewhynot]

I don't have anything to add except, congrats on the neww job!

 

[ameritaz3038]

A lot depends on the work you will be doing. The set that Aaron is displaying is ok for minor, basic stuff. Later, if you have the opportunity to get training, the tool trucks can put together a starter set, with whatever you want to put in it (payments too!)

just add a note here, tool trucks do do payments just do not over extend yourself, i seen many of friends have their entire paycheck go to the tool trucks , and in the end have nothing. Be Careful!

 

[NeXtras]

I don't have anything to add except, congrats on the neww job!

haha thanks.. cant wait to start..

yes lube tech, but ill also be doing some recall work which means the 05-06 f150..

 

[95F350XL]

I just started to work full time a few months ago at a smaller shop. I do get big jobs tho. Id say go to sears and get a like 200-300 peice set, at my sears there on sale for like 190-300 depending on what you get in it. My sears is good for changing everything. Im a cheapo and wont pay snap on and matco prices. 100 bucks for 6 screwdrivers, no way. Craftsman and there pro line is better. I just got a nice set on ebay of Blackhawk gear wreches for 149 shipped. They are your best friend. Also maxtool.com has good prices on impacts. I got the IR Ti 1000ftlbs one. Forget the exact number. You will want one especially if your oil change man, caus you will be gettin tire rotations. I just got a Husy Pro wrench set for like 45 bucks and they are long shank and polished. They have been working great.

 

[d-kuzmen]

I got the job at the ford dealer, i start monday!

What should i buy for tools, i need them cause they all supply their own tools.. he told me standard set of screw drivers and an oil filter wrench...

what else should i get, for the job and home use.. i was thinking a socket set..

What dealer you going to work at? If your just gonna be changing oil and recalls get a basic starter set. Will you be needing air tools also, if your gonna be rotating tires and such, if so I would recomend like a snap-on impact stay away from sears air tools they just don't last.

 

[flareside_thunder]

remember you ain't gotta go out and buy the best right off the bat...start out with a decent yet affordable set and slowly work your way up or save your money and buy a good high end kit.....

 

[Lost]

Congrats . You will need small socket wrench set . Like said . Also get a set of the Gas/trans disconnect wrenches.$14- $25 , And Line wrenches $29.99 for SAE or Metic Craftsman . I say this because u will do fuel filters also .

 

[95F350XL]

Id also suggest gettin the box you want from the start. Im on my 4th one now. I just dont have the coil to get a big one all at once. Im already starting to fill my newest box.

 

[NeXtras]

well i started there.. pretty good job.. doin the "bag and tag" and quick lube.. i dont need alot, im stationed next to my friend so he lets me use most of his tools and so does the guy next to him.. im actually on lunch break right now... not too bad of a job if I must say so myself..

 

[blacksnapon]

well i started there.. pretty good job.. doin the "bag and tag" and quick lube.. i dont need alot, im stationed next to my friend so he lets me use most of his tools and so does the guy next to him.. im actually on lunch break right now... not too bad of a job if I must say so myself..

Learn all that you can, while you can. Your service manager can set you up with a stars number, then you have access to on line training.

 

[TheRoadVirus]

well i started there.. pretty good job.. doin the "bag and tag" and quick lube.. i dont need alot, im stationed next to my friend so he lets me use most of his tools and so does the guy next to him.. im actually on lunch break right now... not too bad of a job if I must say so myself..

Good to hear, I had an idea that you'd enjoy it. Especially if you're working alongside a friend. Lucky you.

 

[NeXtras]

Good to hear, I had an idea that you'd enjoy it. Especially if you're working alongside a friend. Lucky you.

i wasnt sure if i would be or not.. everyone in there is nice.. good work environment..

i had to drive a 02 mustang 5spd.. lol im not too good with a clutch, but i did fine, no bucking and DIDNT stall it.. hadda drive a big ass dodge diesel (inspection sticker, which is why it can be a dodge)

im havin a good time.. extreamly hot though, got to 95 today so its about 85 in the service bay, very humid too..

 

[TheRoadVirus]

I've always found that driving standard is about 10 times easier in a vehicle with a decent amount of low-end torque. I learned on a sunfire.. that wasn't nearly as easy.

 

[NeXtras]

i learned on a 92 corolla lol.. and ive driven a harley too..