Tools for Resto

[TCEd]

put some ice packs in the freezer, eventually you'll need one.

 

[thebigredrocker]

Just skimmed through this old thread. Didn’t see where left handed drill bits were mentioned. They help if you ever have broken bolts to remove.

 

[Weber Sarge]

JIS cross head screws in the US market is sort of a secret and very few people know about them . Most that do know are motorcycle guys that are picky enough that they hate destroying the original fasteners on their bikes or have had to replace those oddball-sized screws. Many bikes use odd sizes and very fine thread pitches - like the odd 7mm bolts and such. Use a Philips driver on a Japanese bike and kiss that fastener goodbye...period. The heads are notoriously softer than the shank/threaded portion and love to snap off - so be wary of that . Proper tools is a passion of mine and many times I build my own specialty tools here - got a whole wall full of them in the shop. I had fought with Japanese cross heads for years - even my expensive German and Swiss drivers never fit correctly. I was searching for a better quality driver and learned about JIS 20yrs ago - never regretted that nor forgotten it . I have several sets , individual drivers and other tools made by Vessel - they cut no corners and their quality for the price is great . KTC is also another great company - a bit tough to get but the set of round wood handled laquer finished drivers of theirs is my favorite - the just fit the hand so well and so far after 2yrs there is not a sign of wear on the tips - I love those things.

I hope the coupon code is still working for the IH8MUD discount - it was nice of Larry at JVD to do that for us .

Sarge

 

[fjwagon]

Get some good quality screwdrivers(Professional type) the cheap ones wear out quickly. A camera, laptop, a charging station, an engraver (trust me on this one). Several Sharpies. A white or yellow paint marker. A "grabber", clamps are always good and different types. You can never have too many clamps. An OEM manual for your LX If don't have one already. A multi-meter. 90* bend needle nose pliers. And the last thing if you do get a welder make sure it's 220 V setup.
It never fails, you get good at it and then you start doing bigger jobs but your 120v one is not big enough so then you farm it out or buy a bigger one, ask me how I know.

 

[emac]

Lots of great advice. I would add Ziploc bags, a good set of shelves for storage, a table to lay things on for pictures/disassembly, and a good roll cart to keep all the go to tools on. I had a three step process for removing broken bolts. Grind flat, drill, and retap. I think about half my hardtop bolts broke. Saved every one. After several days of working, take an hour or two and clean up the shop. Getting everything clean and reorganized helped me recharge.

3/8 cordless impact wrench was a lifesaver for my aging arms.

 

[thecrazygreek]

This tool is so freakin awesome. . Get one... you will not know how you lived with out it. That and a nice impact driver and you will be well on your way...

I know this is an old thread but this tool took those phillips windshield bolts out no problem after spending hours trying everything else. Heat, hammer screw driver, impact etc etc... miracle tool made by god...

Thexton THE482 Fastener Removal Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GTJHO0/?tag=ihco-20

 

[hedgehog23]

a grinder with cut off disks , flap disks , and grinding disks

 

[4x4veteran]

Proper Id

Know your tool. Tool 101

Advanced tool ID

Use the right tool for the job.

 

[1911]

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"Major Rebuild" also known as a 2 lb. jeep wrench.

 

[Pierps]

Here's an obscure tool you'll need (to remove the window crank handle). This thing pushes the clip out. Pretty handy and inexpensive.

https://www.amazon.com/Performance-Tool-W80646-Window-Handle/dp/B0002KO3J2/?tag=ihco-20

If you aren't doing the body and paint work, that will really save you from a lot of tool purchases.

 

[spotcruiser]

It's actually easier to use a rag to pull the clips off.

Here's an obscure tool you'll need (to remove the window crank handle). This thing pushes the clip out. Pretty handy and inexpensive.

https://www.amazon.com/Performance-Tool-W80646-Window-Handle/dp/B0002KO3J2/?tag=ihco-20

If you aren't doing the body and paint work, that will really save you from a lot of tool purchases.

 

[DEADSALT]

pneumatic descaler,
by far the most useful obscure tool when taking apart and rebuilding a land cruiser.