Just recently the problem of a simple snap ring removal was brought up. So it got me thinking, which after a double cheese burger and milkshake was quite something, cause usually all I want to do after that is have a nap.
So I want to create a thread of tools that I think every person who wants to work on their Toyota
should have. The first tool I ever was told to have was the one from the previous thread.
Snap Ring Pliers. Now below I have 'stolen' from Cruiser Outfitters website. These are absolute
required tools I think, cause axles is where most of our work begins. Take any beater to show truck and servicing axles/brakes/wheel bearings/seals and birfields it begins and ends with these tools.
The spring scale gauge isn't completely required, I've rebuilt several front knuckles and so long as shims are replaced and in good condition and the knuckle bearings are factory replacements it's possible to get away without this, especially in the bush with a field fix.
So I begin with this, and lets see if we can make a good list that everyone can recognize.
Now as this thread progresses, Hi LIft is not a definitive Toyota tool - OK.
Axle Overhaul Tools & Supplies
54mm Front Hub Socket - $21.50
A must have in the garage or on the trail. 54mm drive hub socket is a mandatory tool while performing any work on the FRONT axle. Available in 3/8" drive.
(Fits 9/1975-2007 FJ40/55/60/62/80/LX450/100/LX470 & 79'-85' Mini-Truck)
Part# FA15007
Spring Scale Gauge - $22.50
A must have in the shop when rebuilding a front (or full-float rear) axle, repacking wheel bearings or setting up knuckle bearing preload. Use of tool is covered by instruction manuals included with our knuckle rebuild and wheel bearings kits.
(Fits All Year Land Cruisers, 4Runners & Pickups)
Part# FASCALE
Knuckle Stud Socket - $10.00
Use our Knuckle Stud Socket to install the 1979-97 knuckle studs with proper torque. Works with KS12005 studs only.
(Fits All Year Land Cruisers, 4Runners & Pickups w/KS12005 upper and lower knuckle studs)
Part# KSSOCKET
Snap Ring Pliers - $21.00
For use on the free-hub/drive flange snap ring found on Early - 2007 Land Cruisers including the 2x/4x/5x/6x/7x/8x/10x models. Allows easy removal and installation of the snap ring without damage.
Part# FASNAP
FF Rear Hub Socket - $32.50
A must have in the garage or on the trail.
(Fits 1/79 & newer 4x/5x/6x/7x/8x/105 with full-float REAR axle)
Part# TOOLFFSOCK
So I want to create a thread of tools that I think every person who wants to work on their Toyota
should have. The first tool I ever was told to have was the one from the previous thread.
Snap Ring Pliers. Now below I have 'stolen' from Cruiser Outfitters website. These are absolute
required tools I think, cause axles is where most of our work begins. Take any beater to show truck and servicing axles/brakes/wheel bearings/seals and birfields it begins and ends with these tools.
The spring scale gauge isn't completely required, I've rebuilt several front knuckles and so long as shims are replaced and in good condition and the knuckle bearings are factory replacements it's possible to get away without this, especially in the bush with a field fix.
So I begin with this, and lets see if we can make a good list that everyone can recognize.
Now as this thread progresses, Hi LIft is not a definitive Toyota tool - OK.
Axle Overhaul Tools & Supplies
54mm Front Hub Socket - $21.50
A must have in the garage or on the trail. 54mm drive hub socket is a mandatory tool while performing any work on the FRONT axle. Available in 3/8" drive.
(Fits 9/1975-2007 FJ40/55/60/62/80/LX450/100/LX470 & 79'-85' Mini-Truck)
Part# FA15007
Spring Scale Gauge - $22.50
A must have in the shop when rebuilding a front (or full-float rear) axle, repacking wheel bearings or setting up knuckle bearing preload. Use of tool is covered by instruction manuals included with our knuckle rebuild and wheel bearings kits.
(Fits All Year Land Cruisers, 4Runners & Pickups)
Part# FASCALE
Knuckle Stud Socket - $10.00
Use our Knuckle Stud Socket to install the 1979-97 knuckle studs with proper torque. Works with KS12005 studs only.
(Fits All Year Land Cruisers, 4Runners & Pickups w/KS12005 upper and lower knuckle studs)
Part# KSSOCKET
Snap Ring Pliers - $21.00
For use on the free-hub/drive flange snap ring found on Early - 2007 Land Cruisers including the 2x/4x/5x/6x/7x/8x/10x models. Allows easy removal and installation of the snap ring without damage.
Part# FASNAP
FF Rear Hub Socket - $32.50
A must have in the garage or on the trail.
(Fits 1/79 & newer 4x/5x/6x/7x/8x/105 with full-float REAR axle)
Part# TOOLFFSOCK