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Uh....x1 million on the BFH...basically fixes everything a screwdriver doesn't...
Or completes the destruction of the offending part so that you have to properly repair the problem
knuckle pull scale...
The 152 pc mechanics tool set is overkill. Get a good set of metric sockets, wrenches, etc. And you're set in that area. Don't carry more than you have to. 
Unless you're just trying to be prepared for fixing everybody else's broken-a vehicles on the trail for them.
Unless you're just trying to be prepared for fixing everybody else's broken-a vehicles on the trail for them.
And if you're gonna fix everybody's rigs make sure and have an extensive set of Torx bits for the Heeps!
On board air for your impact and to air up your tires. Simple circuit tester and a pair of vice grips for sure. Wobble extension for your impact. Forget the 18v drill, use your corded one unless you're installing a snorkel in the bush.
fj80toyman
...One Landcruiser at a time
Thinking about what I carry and what I keep in my garage.
My truck box includes...
-12V circuit tester light
-small digital volt/ohm meter (inexpensive but not cheap)
-extra wire and butt-splice connectors
-various blade fuses, assortment of amp rating
-4x everything that says 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 17mm
My garage tool box includes...
-low price code reader (for 95+)
-Infrared temp measurement tool
Things I still need...
-Front hub / axle seal-puller tool
-(many of the above items I have, many I need, thanks for the ideas!)
Do we need the same kind of thread for parts?
What to take with you, what to keep in the garage? Likely already exists?
Dan.
My truck box includes...
-12V circuit tester light
-small digital volt/ohm meter (inexpensive but not cheap)
-extra wire and butt-splice connectors
-various blade fuses, assortment of amp rating
-4x everything that says 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 17mm
My garage tool box includes...
-low price code reader (for 95+)
-Infrared temp measurement tool
Things I still need...
-Front hub / axle seal-puller tool
-(many of the above items I have, many I need, thanks for the ideas!)
Do we need the same kind of thread for parts?
What to take with you, what to keep in the garage? Likely already exists?
Dan.
Boy HOWDY!
That is a fact.
Without that one it's difficult to know what other tools you really need.....
It's not necessary, but a multimeter will save many headaches during troubleshooting/fixing electrical problems.
I've used the multi tabbed Dana 60/70 socket well over a dozen times on several Toyota 4x4s without any issues. I understand how you can round the nuts but it's due to improper use, not the socket. This socket can also be used on the 80's REAR hub nut. These sockets are cheaper than buying two Toyota SSTs and can be found at any parts store.
Buy a Toyota wire diagram book if you plan to that kind of work. A multi-meter with guess work just is ameture and time consuming. -- Buy atleast a $20 soldering station and do it right, no damn crimp or splice connectors!!
Other than the typical 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, and 19mm sockets I have a 22, 24, and 30mm.
You can kill two birds with one stone if you buy an impact socket set, they dub as deep sockets (of course if you have an impact wrench/compressor)
One set of sockets in 3/8 drive will cover up to 19mm but invest in a set of 1/2 drive along with both size drive torque wrenches
(I bearly use my 1/4 drive stuff but it's nice to have)
x2 that ratcheting wrenching are great things to have. a set of wrenches from 8mm to 19mm should be fine.
A good set of pliers including, needle nose, dikes, and in the smaller version
If you can, buy the proper phillips head driver set: http://www.katun.com/products/toolsjis.html
Hammers, rubber and a 5lb steel - no wimpy nail drivers needed
Brass and Steel drifts
3ft breaker bar
Snap ring pliers
Other tid bits:
Silicone grease in a tube
Lock tight
Black weather striping glue (great all purpose use)
Penetrating oil
A good floor jack with large saddle, no wal-mart junk with a dinky 3" saddle
12 Ton high rise jack stands x4
I've never felt the need to purchase a seal puller or driver. Some improvising and neither is needed but could save some time.
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I have purchased one rear nut with 3 pimples from wrecker, failed out thread and soldered piece of pipe from back with cut-out for handle. Perfect rear axle tool for less then $20AUS.
mine.
