Posted by Tool Pan on 10/19/2014 to
Let's do a basic logic equation here. You own a car. Cars require repairs. Repairs cost money. Therefore, if you own a car, you will end up spending money to keep it properly maintained and running at peak efficiency.
The question then becomes: "Do you want to throw your money away by having a mechanic do the repairs, or do you want to assemble the tools and equipment needed to do the repairs yourself?" Well, if your home comes complete with garage space, the answer is pretty simple. You do it yourself and save money in the long run!
Tools & Equipment
Working in a quality Fast Times at Ridgemont High quote isn't easy, but as Spicoli once said: "My old man is a television repairman, he's got this ultimate set of tools. I can fix it!" Well, Spicoli got one thing right. To do any sort of auto repairs, you really need to assemble a great set of automotive tools. The smart way of going about that is to start small, and build as you go. A few of the basic "must-have" tools in your initial collection:
* Screwdriver set: standard and slotted, in a variety of lengths
* Socket set: Standard and metric, plus enough extenders to reach all of those parts that don't sit right on top of the engine block.
* Wrenches and Grips: box wrenches and adjustable, vise grips and pliers, these are your friends.
* A Decent-sized Toolbox: Get one that is bigger than you initially need, so you have room to add more tools and equipment as you go along.
Tools to add later
* Diagnostic tools: Get a good multimeter to start, because being able to test individual electrical system components is a great way to avoid buying the wrong replacement part.
* Air-powered tools: A good compressed air system can save yourself some wear and tear on your hands and wrists
* Auto Lift: You can get a set of stands early on, which will really help when you need to work on parts on the bottom side of your engine. When you get a little money saved up, you can add an affordable lift system to raise your vehicle up even more for convenience.
Safety First!
You should never do auto repairs without the proper safety equipment. Some of the basics are: Goggles to protect your eyes, gloves to protect your hands, and a secure anti-slip mat to stand on, so you don't slip and bust something that shouldn't be busted. Garage Set-up and Layout When setting up your garage for some serious auto repairs, use a little common sense. Utilizing wall space efficiently to store some tools and supplies will save you floor space, which is always good when you're under the hood. Keeping tools near where you'll be doing the work will also go a long way toward saving you time on your repairs.
The question then becomes: "Do you want to throw your money away by having a mechanic do the repairs, or do you want to assemble the tools and equipment needed to do the repairs yourself?" Well, if your home comes complete with garage space, the answer is pretty simple. You do it yourself and save money in the long run!
Tools & Equipment
Working in a quality Fast Times at Ridgemont High quote isn't easy, but as Spicoli once said: "My old man is a television repairman, he's got this ultimate set of tools. I can fix it!" Well, Spicoli got one thing right. To do any sort of auto repairs, you really need to assemble a great set of automotive tools. The smart way of going about that is to start small, and build as you go. A few of the basic "must-have" tools in your initial collection:
* Screwdriver set: standard and slotted, in a variety of lengths
* Socket set: Standard and metric, plus enough extenders to reach all of those parts that don't sit right on top of the engine block.
* Wrenches and Grips: box wrenches and adjustable, vise grips and pliers, these are your friends.
* A Decent-sized Toolbox: Get one that is bigger than you initially need, so you have room to add more tools and equipment as you go along.
Tools to add later
* Diagnostic tools: Get a good multimeter to start, because being able to test individual electrical system components is a great way to avoid buying the wrong replacement part.
* Air-powered tools: A good compressed air system can save yourself some wear and tear on your hands and wrists
* Auto Lift: You can get a set of stands early on, which will really help when you need to work on parts on the bottom side of your engine. When you get a little money saved up, you can add an affordable lift system to raise your vehicle up even more for convenience.
Safety First!
You should never do auto repairs without the proper safety equipment. Some of the basics are: Goggles to protect your eyes, gloves to protect your hands, and a secure anti-slip mat to stand on, so you don't slip and bust something that shouldn't be busted. Garage Set-up and Layout When setting up your garage for some serious auto repairs, use a little common sense. Utilizing wall space efficiently to store some tools and supplies will save you floor space, which is always good when you're under the hood. Keeping tools near where you'll be doing the work will also go a long way toward saving you time on your repairs.
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