Tools for Resto

[greenbeast]

Good info, thank you all, making my list!

 

[Opus]

Breaker bar, ratchets, extensions, 3/8" and 1/2" 6 point sockets, deep and shallow

Kroil

Metric tap and dies

Multitude of good drill bits

Grinder

Metabo

Punch set

Bud Light

Cheap Harbor Freight electric cutting wheel (die grinder type)

Kroil

Compressor with assortment of air tools

welder

Torch set

Kroil

patience

files (Large set, jewelers set)

Hammer assortment

Drills, corded, cordless

Kroil

Money......and Time..........

 

[greenbeast]

Thank you sir!

 

[greenbeast]

Thanks, I feel better with every post. I have punch sets a crapload of sockets deep and shallow. Torch, grinders and cutting wheels.

Lost my breaker bar in the move so will find me another. Metric tap and die I'm gonna get. Time and patience got it...most of the time. I doubt there isn't a person who walked away from a project so they wouldn't hurt themselves or someone at the moment!

 

[1911]

A good set of Vessel JIS screwdrivers, including a big one, so that you can put the hinges and etc. back on without stripping the heads.

 

[GA Architect]

^^^ yes, a set of these:

 

[greenbeast]

^^^ yes, a set of these:

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Ok, I would have missed this one!

 

[alberta mac]

Lots of caffine for you !
and anti-seize for all the bolts you replace !

 

[Pete]

One of the most useful tools I've got is a 4" Milwaukee angle grinder which I use with a wire cup brush, thin cutting disk or an I-forget-what-it's- called-disk that has sort of like abrasive flaps on it, coarse like 60 or 80 grit. Good penetrating oil like Ole Red, equal parts kerosene (or diesel fuel), paint thinner, automatic transmission fluid and acetone. Ten times better than PB Blaster, Kroil, WD-40, et al. Another cheap but very useful tool for removing ancient bolts is an impact driver, the kind you whack with a BFH. Oh yeah,a BFH or 3 and a set of chisels and punches. Set of jack stands is a must.

Pete

 

[Bambi Girl]

Hi All
For me the best single tool brought for the job and sold after finishing with it was the car body rotisserie.

...via IH8MUD app

 

[sggoat]

Here's one that may not be common--a cooling hose release tool--slip the pointy end up underneath the hose between it and the

connection-run it around to break loose the hose sticking to the connection-saves a lot of effort trying to get stubborn hoses off--(a little Vaseline on it makes it work even better)--

 

[Weber Sarge]

If you order a set of Vessel drivers I'd suggest getting the Impacta series since they can be used with a hammer to break fasteners loose . JIS 1,2,3 are the sizes you need , NOT PHILIPS ! Philips drivers will destroy Japanese Industrial Standard cross head screws .
Vessel Degating Nippers & Blades, JIS Compatible Screwdrivers, Anti Static Solutions, Gate Cutters, Air Tools, EOAT, Bits - Vessel Tools
There is a discount I had set up with them , Larry is our go-to guy and answers the phone most times . Use checkout code IH8MUD for 10% off . Their drivers aren't cheap , but they don't wear out and destroy fasteners either . Basic starting set if tearing down a Cruiser -

980 Series | Impact | Screwdrivers | Hand Tools | VESSEL TOOLS
240001 | Impact | Screwdrivers | Hand Tools | VESSEL TOOLS

This is a steal - I have 4 here and use them all the time - 350 8*150 | CLEARANCE | Hand Tools | VESSEL TOOLS

If you own a 1/4" hex impactor/bit driver these are really great on a Cruiser and actually fit the cross head JIS screws - you'll have to call Larry and see if he will make up a small quantity of these , otherwise the 10 packs last a lifetime -
487205 | Cross | 9.5mm Ball Detent | 6.35mm (1/4") Hex | Industrial Bits | VESSEL TOOLS
489904 | Cross | 9.5mm Ball Detent | 6.35mm (1/4") Hex | Industrial Bits | VESSEL TOOLS

If you do upgrade to a decent size 220v compressor - and air chisel is one tool that will get a lot of things done .

Sarge

 

[Chungas Revenge]

Ner' do well friends...And a fridge..! Just sayen'

 

[pbgbottle]

Also for me a snap ring plier. I finally bought one a few years ago after taking hours removing them with screw drivers. Best little speciality tool I've ever bought. And a hub socket bought that late to after I finally got sick of knocking my wheel bearing nuts loose with a chisel. Lol

 

[65swb45]

Patience and planning are your best tools. A dedicated work table w/ vise is a nessisity. Air tools are nice, but a small 4" electric grinder is indispensable....you can cut, sand, wire wheel and of course grind. The tap and die is fine, but maybe look for thread cleaning taps too. Sharp files (a small knife file is handy). Starting a build thread is great, but documenting you progress/teardown with a camera gives you a reference to fall back on.

The list goes on....

Good Luck

Kevin

One grinder is good; two is better! I REALLY like having both setups availabe on a moment's notice. One with a cutoff wheel, the other with the flap disc.

 

[47coeman]

There have been many great recommendations that will make your restoration work fun and less frustrating. However if you don't have every one of these great tools that doesn't mean you won't be successful in your journey. I started working on cars it seems like a hundred years ago when I was 14 in the late 50's. Then I had less than the bare essentials but through the years I added stuff and today I have many more great tools but still could use more pieces to in the tool box to make my job easier. I guess what I am trying to say is that it is a journey that we are on and enjoy the ride and have fun in the process.

 

[Michael B]

Don't hesitate to install a 220 outlet. It is not expensive and it will save $ on your electric bill.

 

[Jdc1]

Factory Service Manuals

Either paper copy or a free electronic copy courtesy of Trollhole

Sent from my SM-G920V

 

[Delancy]

even my beautiful wife is up at night looking at cruiser things now!

Pics of wife?!??














I'm joking, of course.

Obligatory query, one that, if I don't pose will result in numerous messages asking if I'm feeling OK.

No disrespect, Mrs H!!

I wonder if that lucky tool guy use to work for me?

I'm a pretty good judge of character and thought I knew what you professed, so unless you're a closet "cook" I'm betting the paths haven't crossed.

Add to that list a leveling kit, new 40 fenders, and H55/BF1A to further entice. Added bonus, it's not hotter than hell, right now, nor is the state one giant wildfire.

What the heck happened!

They're all leaving California, too!!

Delancy posts around 500 times a day so it seems like a lot of tulsans have cruisers!

Hey, now.....

Someone's gotta step up and vocalize (or would that be textualize?) solid tech support.....

Bahahahaha.

Poor Tulsa.....I've tarnished her name, forever.

I know there have been discussions about an intervention for Chris....

"Those who drive (MANY) rusty Cruisers, shan't cast grains o' salt at others.."

-Delnancy

 

[Dedtruk]

If you order a set of Vessel drivers I'd suggest getting the Impacta series ... Larry is our go-to guy and answers the phone most times . Use checkout code IH8MUD for 10% off . Their drivers aren't cheap , but they don't wear out and destroy fasteners either . Basic starting set if tearing down a Cruiser ... Sarge

Sarge, you rock! I have been wrenching a fairly long time and knew the bolts in our rigs are JIS but it never occurred to me the screws are JIS too! OK, so I win the dumba$$ award today. Thank you for relieving me of some of my ignorance! Cheers!

PS: Starter kit links are 404 error. I'll see if I can find the current links.

Megadora : 980 Series
Megadora : 930/KIT-P123
Impact

Think I'd spring for the 240001 (cushioned grip) impact driver because it seems the most versatile. If that doesn't work, you're probably going to have to weld a nut on the fastener in question, or take an oxyacetylene torch to it.